CM Lodestar Classic
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- Industry-standard hoist trusted by riggers worldwide
- AC electromechanical brake — proven in 1M+ units
- Lightweight cast-aluminum housing, powder coated
- Quick-change 208V / 460V plug-and-play wiring
- Inspected pre-shipment by CM-certified specialists
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The Industry Standard in Entertainment Rigging
The CM Lodestar Classic Style electric chain hoist is a living legend in the entertainment industry. For more than three decades, the Lodestar has led the competition and remains Mountain Productions' lifting workhorse onsite.
CM's iconic hoist design delivers best-in-class performance, unmatched safety, and consistent reliability. Ideal for touring concerts and productions — both indoors and out — the Lodestar is universally trusted by rigging professionals around the world.
Certified Service You Can Trust
Our rigging specialists are Level 2 CM Certified in Lodestar maintenance and servicing, and Mountain Productions is a Master Distributor of CM products. We inspect every hoist prior to shipment because we believe in providing dependable performance from every product we distribute.
The Lodestar is second to none — and our own crew relies on this technology every single day.
General Specifications
- Capacity: 1 Ton or 1/2 Ton
- Lift: 60 ft
- Speed: 16 FPM
- Voltage: 208V, 3 Phase
Connectors
Available with either configuration:
- Dual Twist — Power 16-20, Control 14-10
- C7 — Power & Control, with 14-20 Auxiliary Individual Control
- P-14 — Power & Control, with 14-20 Auxiliary Individual Control
Pin Outs
- C7-30: 1=L1, 2=L2, 3=L3, 4=GRN, 5=UP, 6=COMMON, 7=DOWN
- P-14-01: A=L1, B=L2, C=L3, D=UP, E=COMMON, F=DOWN, N=GRN
- Dual Twist – L16-20: X=L1, Y=L2, 2=L3, 6=GRN
- 14-20: X=COMMON, Y=DOWN, W=UP
Performance & Reliability
- Proven Brake Design — AC electromechanical brake field-tested in more than one million Lodestars worldwide
- Smooth Operating Gearing — Helical and spur gears designed for long wear life and smooth operation
- H-4 Duty Rated — Engineered for heavy-duty applications
- Meets or exceeds world standards
Build & Materials
- Lightweight Cast-Aluminum Housing — Durable, strong, and finished with black powder coating for low visibility
- Load-Tested, Zinc-Plated Chain — Designed and manufactured by CMCO, made in America, zinc plated to protect against corrosion
- Fits in standard flight cases
Electrical & Control
- Low Voltage Control — 110V for long cable runs without voltage drop (24V and 48V optional)
- Safe & Quick Voltage Change — Finger-safe wiring and quick-change plug-and-play connectors allow easy switching from 208V to 460V, preventing improper connections that could damage the hoist
Safety
- Over-Travel Prevention — Adjustable limit switch prevents load over-travel in both up and down directions
- Overload Protection — Helps prevent lifting of dangerous loads
Made in the USA
- Proudly manufactured in the United States