YOKE 2500 lb UNC Thread Hoist Ring with Ball Bearing - 1/2"-13 Swivel Lifting Point
Professional Ball Bearing Hoist Ring for 360° Swivel Lifting
U.S. Rigging Supply's YOKE ball bearing hoist ring delivers exceptional versatility and smooth operation for professional lifting and rigging applications. Featuring precision ball bearings for 360° rotation and a robust UNC thread design, this swivel hoist ring provides a secure, adjustable lifting point that aligns with load direction to reduce side loading and improve safety.
Key Features:
- Ball Bearing Swivel Design: Precision ball bearings enable smooth 360° rotation for optimal load alignment
- 5:1 Safety Factor: Engineered with professional safety margins for reliable operation
- UNC Thread: 1/2"-13 UNC thread for secure installation in tapped holes
- Long Bolt Design: Designed for soft metal workpieces and extended thread engagement
- Reduces Side Loading: Swivel action aligns with load direction to minimize stress on attachment point
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Forged steel construction for maximum strength and durability
- Versatile Lifting Point: Creates secure attachment points on machinery, equipment, and structural components
Technical Specifications:
- Working Load Limit (WLL): 2,500 lbs (1.25 tons)
- Safety Factor: 5:1
- Thread Size: 1/2"-13 UNC
- Thread Type: Unified National Coarse (UNC)
- Swivel Type: Ball bearing (360° rotation)
- Bolt Design: Long bolt for soft metal applications
- Weight: 3.75 lbs
- SKU: 8-202-010
- Manufacturer: YOKE
Ball Bearing Swivel Advantages:
The precision ball bearing design provides smooth, low-friction rotation that allows the hoist ring to automatically align with the load direction during lifting operations. This self-aligning capability reduces dangerous side loading on the attachment point, minimizes stress on the threaded connection, and improves overall safety. The ball bearing mechanism ensures consistent performance even under load, making it ideal for applications requiring frequent repositioning or multi-angle lifts.
Long Bolt Design:
The long bolt configuration is specifically designed for soft metal workpieces such as aluminum, brass, and softer steel alloys. The extended thread engagement distributes clamping forces over a larger area, reducing the risk of thread stripping or damage to the workpiece. This design is essential when installing hoist rings in materials that may not provide the same thread strength as hardened steel.
Applications:
Ideal for creating lifting points on machinery, equipment, molds, dies, fixtures, jigs, structural components, and fabricated assemblies. Perfect for manufacturing facilities, machine shops, fabrication operations, maintenance departments, and any application requiring secure, adjustable lifting points. Commonly used for lifting heavy machinery, positioning equipment during assembly, moving molds and dies, rigging structural components, and creating temporary or permanent lifting attachments on custom fabrications.
Installation Note: Ensure tapped hole depth provides adequate thread engagement (minimum 1.5 times bolt diameter recommended). Thread should be clean and free of debris. Torque to manufacturer specifications. Verify workpiece material is suitable for the application and provides adequate thread strength.
Safety Note: Always inspect hoist rings before use for wear, damage, or deformation. Ensure swivel action is smooth and unrestricted. Never exceed the working load limit. Verify secure thread engagement before lifting. Use only for vertical lifting—not for side or angular pulls that exceed the rated capacity.