CHAIN SPRING

Product Description

The Kito Chain Spring is a genuine OEM replacement component designed for use in Kito E1 Series electric chain hoists, identified by part number E1R051-015S. The chain spring is an internal mechanical component of the hoist chain guide and chain feed assembly, providing the spring tension required to maintain correct chain alignment and engagement with the load sheave as the chain feeds through the hoist body during lifting and lowering operations. Maintaining a chain spring that is in sound condition and providing correct spring force is essential for reliable chain tracking through the load sheave pocket, preventing chain misalignment, chain jamming, and the accelerated wear of the load chain and load sheave that results from incorrect chain feed geometry.

The chain spring is subject to fatigue, deformation, and mechanical damage over its service life through repeated compression and extension cycles during hoist operation, exposure to the operating environment within the hoist body, and the cumulative effects of thermal cycling and vibration. Common conditions requiring chain spring replacement include loss of spring force due to fatigue or permanent set, visible deformation or cracking of the spring, and any condition that results in inconsistent chain tension, chain misalignment at the load sheave, or chain jamming during hoist operation. A chain spring that has lost its correct spring force must be replaced promptly to prevent chain misalignment and the secondary damage to the load chain and load sheave that results from incorrect chain feed.

Using a genuine Kito OEM Chain Spring identified by part number E1R051-015S ensures the replacement component provides the correct spring force and geometry for the E1 Series chain guide assembly, is dimensionally correct for the E1 Series hoist body, and is manufactured to the same material and performance specifications as the original part. Replacement must be performed by a qualified hoist technician familiar with Kito E1 Series service procedures, and the hoist must be fully inspected, electrically tested, function tested, and load tested before returning to service.

Material: Spring steel construction consistent with Kito OEM specifications for E1 Series chain guide components

Compatible With: Kito E1 Series electric chain hoists Part number E1R051-015S

Uses: Replacement of fatigued, deformed, or damaged chain springs in Kito E1 Series electric chain hoists Scheduled preventive maintenance and hoist inspection programs Hoist overhaul and refurbishment Restoration of correct chain tension and alignment through the load sheave

Key Features: Genuine Kito OEM replacement chain spring Designed for Kito E1 Series electric chain hoists Part number E1R051-015S Maintains correct chain alignment and engagement with the load sheave Spring steel construction to OEM specifications Prevents chain misalignment, jamming, and accelerated load sheave wear

Note: Chain spring replacement must be performed by a qualified hoist technician. The hoist must be fully inspected, electrically tested, function tested, and load tested before returning to service following chain spring replacement. Confirm the applicable E1 Series capacity rating and configuration for part number E1R051-015S with your Kito distributor before ordering.