Overview
The KUPO RH-500 is a 500 kg direct-control D8 chain hoist for standard half-ton entertainment rigging points. It uses a 0.40 kW 4-pole motor, 6.3 x 19.1 mm Grade 80 EN 818-7 load chain, 5-pocket chain sprocket, IP 54 protection, and a 3 mm 4-pin CEE power cable.
Why It Matters
This is the clean half-ton direct-control workhorse. It gives crews more capacity than RH-250 while staying simpler than the LV and MSP variants, which is useful for one-motor points and straightforward venue rigs.
Key Features
- 500 kg capacity and 4 m/min at 50 Hz, 4.8 m/min at 60 Hz lifting speed match the intended rigging workload.
- Grade 80, 6.3 x 19.1 mm, EN 818-7 compliant load chain gives the hoist the correct chain size and pitch for its lift wheel.
- Spring-loaded heavy-duty DC brake provides the primary holding action when power is removed or a fault occurs.
- Direct control suits simple controller-to-hoist operation keeps the operator workflow clear for this control version.
Performance & Safety
RH-500 is the direct-control 500 kg hoist without MSP or low-voltage control.
- Safe working load: 500 kg.
- Lift speed: 4 m/min at 50 Hz, 4.8 m/min at 60 Hz.
- Motor: 0.40 kW x 4P.
- Duty cycle: FEM 2m / ISO M5, ED 40 %, 240 starts/hr.
- Compliance: BGV D8 / IGVW SQP2 2018.
- Degree of protection: IP 54.
Applications
Use for entertainment rigging, touring truss systems, lighting grids, line arrays, scenic pieces, broadcast stages, venue installs, and professional overhead lifting where the hoist rating matches the rigging plan.
Compatibility
Use with compatible direct-control RIGPRO controllers and 4-pin CEE cabling for 500 kg D8 hoists.
Additional Technical Notes
- Chain Fall: 1
- Brake: Spring-loaded heavy-duty DC brake
- Friction Clutch: Yes, for overload protection
- Working Noise: 75 dB(A) at 1 m
- Dimensions: A 600, B 156, C 23, D 247, F 221, H 33, I 33, J 105, M 30 mm
- Motor Isolation Class: F
- Load Wheel: 5-pocket chain sprocket
- Suspension: 360° turnable hook suspension with safety latch
- Chain Link Weight: 0.89 kg per meter
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this model for direct control or central controller operation
RH-500 is the direct-control version. Choose RH-500LV for low-voltage control.
How is this different from the nearest sister model
Compared with RH-500P, this version does not include Micro Switch Positioning.
Can I swap to a different load chain size
No. Use the specified Grade 80 EN 818-7 load chain size for the hoist. Chain diameter, pitch, and load wheel geometry must match the hoist design.
