
Designed for dependable overhead lifting in manufacturing, maintenance, assembly, and material handling applications, Ingersoll Rand ML500K-2C15-C6U Air Chain Hoist combines a 1/2 Ton (1,100 lb / 500 kg) rated capacity, 15 ft lift, and 6 ft pendent drop to provide smooth and accurate load positioning. As part of the MLK Series, this pneumatic chain hoist is powered by a high-performance six-vane air motor engineered for continuous 100% duty cycle operation. The ergonomic 2-button pendent control enables responsive lifting and lowering, while the steel snap hook with safety latch provides dependable load engagement. The U configuration includes a fabric chain container for convenient storage and management of excess load chain.
Engineered for demanding industrial environments, this hoist features a spring-engaged, air-release non-asbestos disc brake that automatically secures suspended loads whenever the controls are released. Upper and lower limit stops help prevent excessive chain travel, while the compact hook-mounted construction minimizes installation headroom. According to the Ingersoll Rand 7756 Industrial Lifting Equipment Catalog, this model utilizes a single-fall load chain configuration for dependable lifting performance.
Type: Air Chain Hoist | Series: MLK Series | Model: ML500K-2C15-C6U | Capacity: 1/2 Ton (1,100 lb / 500 kg) | Lift: 15 ft | Pendent Drop: 6 ft | Control Type: 2-Button Pendent Control | Top Suspension: Top Hook | Bottom Hook: Steel Snap Hook with Safety Latch | Chain Container: Fabric Chain Container | Chain Falls: 1 | Load Chain Size: 6.4 × 19.5 mm | Headroom: 18 in (457.2 mm) | Lifting Speed: 55 ft/min | Lowering Speed: 97 ft/min | Air Inlet: 1/4 in. NPT | Operating Pressure: 90 PSI (6.3 bar) | Duty Cycle: 100%
Features:
- High-performance six-vane pneumatic motor provides continuous 100% duty cycle operation.
- Responsive 2-button pendent control enables smooth and precise lifting and lowering.
- Spring-engaged, air-release non-asbestos disc brake automatically secures suspended loads.
- Single-fall load chain configuration delivers efficient lifting performance.
- Steel snap hook with safety latch provides dependable load attachment.
- Fabric chain container keeps excess load chain organized and protected during operation.
- Upper and lower limit stops help prevent excessive chain travel.
- Compact hook-mounted construction minimizes installation headroom.
- Designed to meet ASME B30.16, ASME HST-5 Duty Rating A5, and FEM/ISO Classification 1Am/M4.
Applications:
- Manufacturing and production facilities.
- Industrial maintenance and repair operations.
- Machine shops and fabrication plants.
- Assembly workstations requiring controlled overhead lifting.
- General compressed air-powered material handling applications.
FAQs:
- Q: What is the lifting capacity of this hoist?
A: The ML500K-2C15-C6U is rated to lift up to 1/2 Ton (1,100 lb / 500 kg). - Q: How many chain falls does this hoist use?
A: According to the Ingersoll Rand manufacturer catalog, this model utilizes a single-fall (1-fall) load chain configuration. - Q: What size load chain is used?
A: The manufacturer specifies a 6.4 × 19.5 mm load chain. - Q: Does this model include a chain container?
A: Yes. The "U" configuration includes a fabric chain container for collecting and managing excess load chain. - Q: What operating air pressure is required?
A: The hoist is designed to operate using clean, dry compressed air at 90 PSI (6.3 bar).

| 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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