Yale AYS Lifting Claws for YS Hydraulic Cylinders ? Low-Clearance Lifting Attachments

Description

Yale AYS Lifting Claws are designed to convert Yale YS-series hydraulic cylinders into compact, versatile lifting units for low-clearance lifting applications. Where space is restricted and conventional lifting methods are impractical, lifting claws provide a safe and controlled solution for raising loads from ground level or confined spaces.

The claws screw directly onto the collar thread of YS hydraulic cylinders, creating a lightweight, portable lifting system that can be deployed quickly on site. Their slim profile allows positioning beneath loads with minimal clearance, making them ideal for containers, machinery bases, steel sections and structural components.

Lifting claws enable precise, incremental lifting when used with hand pumps or power packs, supporting safe and accurate control during industrial maintenance, installation and repair tasks. When operating with a lifting claw, the effective lifting capacity of the cylinder is reduced by 50%, and this must always be considered in load calculations. For improved stability, claws are commonly used with piston plates and load-spreading plates.

Manufactured from robust steel, AYS lifting claws are built for demanding industrial environments and matched to specific YS cylinder sizes to ensure safe load transfer. Typical applications include container lifting, machine alignment, steel fabrication and temporary lifting where overhead access is limited.

Important Usage Notes
Maximum lifting force of the hydraulic cylinder is reduced by 50% when using a lifting claw
The cylinder must be able to support itself against the load
Load calculations must always account for reduced capacity
For improved stability, use in combination with piston plates or load-spreading plates

Compatible Models & Specifications
Model Description Suitable Cylinder Weight (kg)
AYS-10 Lifting claw, permissible capacity 5 t YS-10/? 0.9
AYS-15 Lifting claw, permissible capacity 8 t YS-15/? 1.3
AYS-23 Lifting claw, permissible capacity 12 t YS-23/? 3.8

Typical Applications
Lifting containers and container frames
Machinery installation and relocation
Steel construction and fabrication work
Industrial maintenance and repair
Low-clearance lifting operations

Safety & User Instructions
Always reduce the cylinder?s rated capacity by 50% when using a lifting claw
Ensure the lifting claw is securely screwed onto the cylinder collar
Confirm the cylinder is correctly supported against the load
Never exceed the permissible lifting capacity of the claw
Use stable ground support and suitable load-spreading accessories
Inspect claw and threads before each use
Follow all site safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE