Built for fast, precise lifting in assembly operations, maintenance departments, manufacturing facilities, and general industrial environments, the Ingersoll Rand ML250K-2C10-C6U MLK Series Air Chain Hoist provides a 550 lb (250 kg / 0.25 metric ton) lifting capacity with a 10 ft lift and 6 ft pendant drop. Its pneumatic drive delivers smooth, responsive operation using compressed air, making it an excellent solution for repetitive lifting applications where speed, reliability, and continuous-duty performance are essential.
Part of the Ingersoll Rand MLK Series, this air chain hoist features a compact design with a high lifting speed, making it well suited for production workstations, equipment maintenance, and material handling tasks. A planetary gear transmission provides efficient power transfer, while the self-adjusting, spring-applied, air-released disc brake securely holds suspended loads whenever air pressure is removed. The steel snap hook and pendant control allow safe, accurate load positioning throughout the lifting cycle.
Type: Air Chain Hoist | Series: MLK Series | Model: ML250K-2C10-C6U | Capacity: 550 lb (250 kg / 0.25 Metric Ton) | Lift: 10 ft | Pendant Drop: 6 ft | Control: Pendant Control | Bottom Hook: Steel Snap Hook | Chain Falls: 1 | Rated Lift Speed: 101 ft/min (30.8 m/min) | No-Load Lift Speed: 171 ft/min (52.1 m/min) | Rated Lowering Speed: 117 ft/min (35.7 m/min) | No-Load Lowering Speed: 99 ft/min (30.2 m/min) | Hook Mount Headroom: 18 in (457.2 mm) | Trolley Mount Headroom: 18 in (457.2 mm) | Load Chain Size: 6.4 × 19.5 mm | Chain Weight: 0.6 lb/ft (0.3 kg/ft) | Net Weight (10 ft Lift): 48 lb (21.8 kg)
Features:
- 550 lb (250 kg / 0.25 metric ton) lifting capacity for handling tools, components, assemblies, and light industrial equipment.
- High rated lifting speed of 101 ft/min increases productivity during repetitive lifting operations.
- 100% duty cycle supports continuous operation in demanding production environments.
- Planetary gear transmission delivers smooth lifting performance with efficient power transfer.
- Self-adjusting, spring-applied, air-released disc brake securely holds suspended loads during operation.
- Steel snap hook provides a durable attachment point for dependable load handling.
- Pendant control enables accurate raising and lowering for precise load positioning.
- Compact modular design with interchangeable components simplifies maintenance and reduces downtime.
Applications:
- Assembly workstations requiring fast, repetitive lifting of components and subassemblies.
- Manufacturing facilities handling small equipment, fixtures, and tooling.
- Maintenance departments lifting pumps, motors, valves, and replacement parts.
- Material handling in warehouses and production lines utilizing compressed-air systems.
- General industrial lifting where compact size and rapid lifting speeds improve productivity.
FAQs:
- Q: What is the actual lifting capacity of the ML250K?
A: The ML250K is rated by Ingersoll Rand at 550 lb (250 kg / 0.25 metric ton). While some listings describe it as a 1/4-ton hoist, the manufacturer specifies the capacity as 250 kg (550 lb). - Q: How fast does this hoist lift a rated load?
A: The rated lifting speed is 101 ft/min (30.8 m/min), allowing quick handling of light loads in production environments. - Q: What does the 6 ft pendant drop mean?
A: The pendant control extends approximately 6 feet below the hoist, allowing the operator to comfortably control lifting and lowering operations. - Q: Is this hoist suitable for continuous-duty operation?
A: Yes. The MLK Series is designed for a 100% duty cycle, making it suitable for repetitive industrial lifting applications.

| SKU | Capacity | Hook Mount Headroom |
Trolley Mount Headroom |
Lifting Speed | Lowering Speed | Chain Size |
Chain Weight (per foot of lift) |
Net Weight w/10 ft of Lift |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| lb | metric tons |
# Falls | in | mm | in | mm | Rated Load | No Load | Rated Load | No Load | lb | kg | lb | kg | ||||||
| ft/min | m/min | ft/min | m/min | ft/min | m/min | ft/min | m/min | |||||||||||||
| ML250K | 550 | 0.25 | 1 | 18 | 457.2 | 18 | 457.2 | 101 | 30.8 | 171 | 52.1 | 117 | 35.7 | 99 | 30.2 | 6.4 x 19.5 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 48 | 21.8 |
| ML250KS | 550 | 0.25 | 1 | 18 | 457.2 | 18 | 457.2 | 40 | 12.2 | 71 | 21.6 | 90 | 27.4 | 53 | 16.2 | 6.4 x 19.5 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 48 | 21.8 |
| ML250KR | 550 | 0.25 | 1 | 18 | 457.2 | 18 | 457.2 | 26 | 7.9 | 42 | 12.8 | 38 | 11.6 | 30 | 9.1 | 6.4 x 19.5 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 48 | 21.8 |
| ML500K | 1,100 | 0.50 | 1 | 18 | 457.2 | 18 | 457.2 | 55 | 16.8 | 106 | 32.3 | 97 | 29.6 | 59 | 18 | 6.4 x 19.5 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 48 | 21.8 |
| ML500KS | 1,100 | 0.50 | 1 | 18 | 457.2 | 18 | 457.2 | 22 | 6.7 | 44 | 13.4 | 66 | 20.1 | 32 | 9.8 | 6.4 x 19.5 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 48 | 21.8 |
| ML500KR | 1,100 | 0.50 | 2 | 18 | 457.2 | 18 | 457.2 | 13 | 4 | 21 | 6.4 | 20 | 6.1 | 15 | 4.6 | 6.4 x 19.5 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 61 | 27.7 |
| ML1000K | 2,200 | 1 | 2 | 18 | 457.2 | 18 | 457.2 | 28 | 8.5 | 53 | 16.2 | 49 | 14.9 | 30 | 9.1 | 6.4 x 19.5 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 61 | 27.7 |
| ML1000KS | 2,200 | 1 | 2 | 18 | 457.2 | 18 | 457.2 | 11 | 3.4 | 22 | 6.7 | 33 | 10.1 | 16 | 4.9 | 6.4 x 19.5 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 61 | 27.7 |
| HL1000K | 2,200 | 1 | 1 | 18.5 | 469.9 | 18.1 | 459.7 | 26 | 7.9 | 40 | 12.2 | 37 | 11.3 | 26 | 7.9 | 9.5 x 25.7 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 84 | 38.1 |
| HL1000KR | 2,200 | 1 | 1 | 18.5 | 469.9 | 18.1 | 459.7 | 26 | 7.9 | 40 | 12.2 | 37 | 11.3 | 26 | 7.9 | 9.5 x 25.7 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 84 | 38.1 |
| HL1500K | 3,300 | 1.50 | 1 | 18.8 | 477.5 | 18.9 | 480.1 | 16 | 4.9 | 28 | 8.5 | 26 | 7.9 | 16 | 4.9 | 9.5 x 25.7 | 1.3 | 0.6 | 84 | 38.1 |
| HL2000K | 4,400 | 2 | 2 | 23 | 584.2 | 21.6 | 548.6 | 13 | 4 | 20 | 6.1 | 18 | 5.5 | 13 | 4 | 9.5 x 25.7 | 2.6 | 1.2 | 125 | 56.7 |
| HL3000K | 6,600 | 3 | 2 | 25 | 635 | 22.6 | 574 | 8 | 2.4 | 14 | 4.3 | 13 | 4 | 8 | 2.4 | 9.5 x 25.7 | 2.6 | 1.2 | 125 | 56.7 |
| HL4500K | 9,900 | 4.50 | 3 | 30.9 | 784.9 | 28 | 711.2 | 4.6 | 1.4 | 10.5 | 3.2 | 10 | 3.1 | 6.6 | 2 | 9.5 x 25.7 | 3.9 | 1.8 | 193 | 87.5 |
| HL6000K | 13,200 | 6 | 4 | 36.2 | 919.5 | 32.2 | 817.9 | 3.5 | 1.1 | 8.4 | 2.6 | 7.6 | 2.3 | 4.8 | 1.5 | 9.5 x 25.7 | 5.2 | 2.4 | 248 | 112.5 |
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