What is the function of a crane pendant control? By using a pendant control that hangs from the hoist or a separate festoon track, the hoist and crane operator can manage the crane and the load as it moves down the runway .The hoist and crane operator uses a handheld controller with push buttons that is directly hooked into the hoist or a separate festoon track and hangs down. With the control pendant, the hoist and crane operator is able to go down the runway with the crane and the load . By using the pendant control, the hoist and crane operator can to position the hoist laterally and control the up and down lifting movement of the hook.

To fulfill the needs of industrial users, we provide a wide range of standard crane pendant configurations. These modular push button devices are made up of stock components, which keeps the price low and allows for speedy delivery. The knowledgeable sales staff is well-versed in the use of push button crane pendants in a variety of industrial settings.

Technical data of crane pendant push button stations

• Crane Pendant Control
• push-button 2~16
• The crane pendant control (button switch) is used in the circuit control system of 50 Hz or 60 Hz, rated voltage below 500, such as crane, electric hoist, and other equipment control in the open air, rain, snow, and dust .

The above are standard parameters, and customized solutions and designs are provided according to your actual needs.

With a crane pendant controller，the hoist or crane operators can control the crane's motions while keeping a safe distance from the load. To learn more about the crane pendant controller, please contact us.

Advantages of using pendant push button controls

Not far ago, crane pendant controls are used to control almost all types of overhead crane systems years ago. Radio control systems became more commonly employed as their prices fell. Because of their dependability and ergonomic design changes that make them more comfortable for the operator to use, pendant systems are still very popular today. The modern pendant control is much smaller and lighter, and it can be operated with just one hand.

The most significant benefit of pendant controls is their dependability. There is no interference between a remote radio transmitter and the receiver because they are hard wired into the hoist or festoon system.

Pendant controls are very resistant to mechanical damage and pollutants due to their tough construction. The following are some of the advantages of their design:

• High impact resistance – can't be dropped by the operator because it's suspended from the crane;
• Resistance to corrosion, moisture, dust, dirt, and grime;
• Insulated design provides shock resistance;
• Ergonomic design for operator comfort and less fatigue;
• High mechanical strength, collision resistance, emergency stop switch, and mechanical interlock,safe and reliable.
• The contact has great capacity and extended service life.
• Operation with one hand, light and convenient.
• ABS plastic makes up the shell.
• The button head has a direction indication or letter mark on it, which makes it difficult to wear.
• The contact is a conventional silver or copper contact with excellent conductivity.
• After rotation or finger movement, the emergency stop switch shall be reset, and the operation button is automatically reset.

Pendant controls are appropriate for cranes with lower duty cycle classifications, while they can be utilized on practically any type of overhead crane. The crane controls will always have power because they are hardwired into the electrification system, so the operator won't have to worry about changing or charging batteries for a crane that isn't used very often. For explosion-proof cranes, pendant controls are frequently the favored control option.

The pendant, unlike radio controls, is always accessible because it hangs from the crane itself. Unlike a radio transmitter, the operator does not have to worry about finding it or keeping track of it.

Limitations of using pendant controls/ push button controls

One of the biggest drawbacks of employing a pendant control is that it keeps the operator constantly near to the load. Putting the operator near the load, especially when dealing with big loads and/or dangerous items like hot metals or chemicals, might increase the risk of an accident or exposure to harmful elements.

Another significant disadvantage is that the operator must follow the weight across the facility's floor, thus increasing the risk of a trip or fall. The operator must be aware of any materials or barriers on the floor, as well as where their coworkers are working and what machinery or equipment is in the immediate vicinity.

In high-use duty cycles, overhead cranes can move up and down the runway quickly, making it difficult or impossible for the operator to keep up with a pendant system. When operating a process crane or a heavy-duty crane, it's far more convenient for the operator to control the crane from a cab or via radio control.

Finally, the pushbutton controls within a crane bay can become stuck on machines or other impediments, causing the pendant to become detached from the crane. Furthermore, as the pushbutton cable goes down the crane bay, the wires inside it can break owing to dragging and catching on impediments and obstacles.

Application of crane pendant push button stations

• The crane pendant control (button switch) is used in circuit control systems that operate at 50 Hz or 60 Hz and have a rated voltage of less than 500 volts in the open air, rain, snow, and dust, such as crane, electric hoist, and other equipment control.
• Operators can control the crane's actions while keeping a safe distance from the cargo with a crane pendant controller.
• Control hoists, cranes, or winches using pendant control stations with six operators. Push button stations that can be customized by the user.

Featured crane pendant controls

Crane pendant control

• Application of crane pendant control: Indoor and outdoor environment
• Ambient air temperature of crane push button stations: - 5 ℃ to + 40 ℃, with an average of + 35 ℃ within 24 hours
• Altitude of crane push button stations: no more than 2000m
• Pollution level of crane push button stations: 3
• Installation category of crane push button stations: Class II
• There is no obvious shaking, shock vibration, rain and snow intrusion, no explosion hazardous medium, and there is no gas and dust in the medium which is enough to corrode metal and damage insulation

Single speed and double speed pendant controller

1) A wide range of design styles to fulfill individual requirements

2) It is composed of impact-resistant ABS, and the button head is constructed of high-performance synthetic rubber that is difficult to wear.

3) Operation at single and double speeds, huge contact capacity, shock resistance up to 100g, and long service life

4) Temperature range: - 15 °C to + 70 °C

5) The contact is a conventional silver contact with excellent conductivity. After rotation or finger movement, the emergency stop switch shall be reset, and the operation button is automatically reset.

6) It can be used both indoors and outdoors. Tube bundle should be utilized to secure the bushing and control cable of the wire control switch when used outdoors.

Explosion proof pendant controller

1) 4, 6, 8, 12 push buttons, used for explosion-proof electric hoist and explosion-proof crane.

2) It is ideal for explosive and combustible gas environments.

3) Working conditions: - 25°C to + 40°C, relative humidity of the environmental medium > 85%, and no more than 2000m altitude.

4) A composite structure is used, and explosion-resistant components are inserted within.

5) The shell is one-time pressed from a high-strength aluminum alloy.

XAC Pendant controller

Upgrade the international chain type double speed electric hoist's control switch. It has the following features: a tight and attractive appearance, a light handle, mechanical interlock of positive and negative (normal descent) buttons, automatic reset, emergency retraction button, and a safer and more reliable operation. It is suitable for rain, snow, dust, and other tough environments, with an IP65 waterproof and dustproof rating. It's compatible with a wide range of single and double-speed electric hoists.