For boat lifts that operate with a ¾ horsepower motor at 110 Volts it will typically draw 12.5 Amps and at 220 Volts it will typically draw 7.5 Amps. For boat lifts that operate with a 1 horsepower motor at 110 Volts it will typically draw 14.5A and at 220 Volts it will typically draw 8.5 Amps.Aug 23, 2021
How do I increase the capacity of my boat lift?
Sheaves are added to increase the capacity of the boat lift. for every sheave you add, you reduce the load on the motor and drive unit in half. The sheave needs to be routinely greased and should always be turning when the boat lift in being raised or lowered.Aug 25, 2017
How deep of water do you need for a boat lift?
While most boat lifts need three feet of water to work with, there are options for those with shallower shores. A sling-style lift works better for shallow waters because it can compensate for the lack of depth.Aug 19, 2021
What cable should I use for a boat lift?
The most commonly used cable for boat lifts. BH-USA recommends 7 x 19 aircraft cables for boat lift applications. 7 x 19 means the rope has seven strands and there are nineteen wires in each strand. Always consider at least a 5:1 safety factor when figuring working loads.
How much does a Sunstream boat lift weigh?
2,000 to 32,000 lbs
How much does a cantilever boat lift weigh?
Cantilever Lifts Most commonly cantilever PWC lifts are found with lifting capacities between 750lbs to 1,500lbs and internal widths ranging from 52" to 88" depending on model. For your larger watercrafts, we also offer aluminum Hydraulic Cantilever Boat Lifts with lifting capacities starting at 4,000lbs.
How much weight can my boat lift handle?
Boat lifts can range between 1,500lbs to 250,00lbs in capacity. Determine your boats wet weight which includes fuel, water, engines, batteries and anything else that you have added to the boat.Aug 23, 2021