With a lifting capacity of 1,000 lbs and a working load limit up to 3,000 lbs, this device will work for anyone looking for a reliable, durable piece of equipment. The Hobbs H-2 is designed for lowering lines from 1/2" to 3/4" in diameter.
Whether you are a landman, logger, or tree service professional, the Hobbs "H2" Lowering and Lifting device is proven to be durable enough to get the job done right.
The Hobbs lowering device was first designed and manufactured in 1980 by Ed Hobbs. Tried and true, the device has been improved and re-designed over the years, with the current version being the H-2. This device is designed for lowering lines from 1/2" to 3/4" in diameter, with a working load limit of up to 3,000 lbs.
The H-2 offers smooth and precise rope control and a lifting capacity of 1,000 lbs. The heart of the device is an aluminum spool and a solid steel shaft that's oil-impregnated bushings for years of use. The device is easy to operate and can be used by one person. It has a built-in brake that allows you to hold your load in place while lowering it or raising it back up again.
The Hobbs "H-2" Lowering & Lifting Device can be used for heavy rigging and tree removal. The device is rated for up to 3,000 lb of lifting force and 1,000 for lowering. It can be used in different ways, including standard mounting, preservation mounting, or cut-in mounting.
Hobbs "H2" Lowering & Lifting DeviceThe First, Original and Authentic Lowering Device Since 1980 The H-2 Is rated for use with arborist lowering lines from ½ to ¾ inch in diameter. Featuring solid mounting, smooth and precise rope control, as well as increased lifting and pulling capacities, the H-2 is designed to perform on the job, on demand, every day for years to come. First invented by Ed Hobbs in 1980, the Hobbs Lowering Device has been improved and extensively re-designed by Ken Johnson. The H-2 is the end-result of years of experience gained in the field world-wide under extreme rigging conditions.
CAPSTAN SPOOL FEATURES - The reconfigured capstan spool is cast from A-356 aluminum and T-6 hardened. With a ¾ inch thick wall structure, the H-2 capstan spool is designed for high impact loading, wear resistance and heat dissipation. Massive, maintenance-free oil-impregnated bushings support the front and rear of the spool, which rotates on a 1-1/2-inch solid steel shaft.
LIFTING FEATURES - Inserting the patented winch bar through the nose of the H-2 to rotate the capstan spool employs the same principles as a come-along. The design is simple, reliable and capable of impressive pulling and lifting power. The 16:1 mechanical advantage can develop over 3,000 lbs. of pulling force and is rated to lift up to 1,000 lbs. Being able to remove unwanted rope slack, as well as lifting limbs and performing other pulling and lifting tasks, increases the versatility of the H-2.
FRAME FEATURES AND RATINGS (working load limits WLL) - The unique, angled frame may be mounted in 3 separate configurations to suit the rigging task.Standard Mounting – Suitable for most removal applications. 3 mounting spikes cut aggressively into the tree as the strap is tightened for increased holding strength. 2,000 lbs. WLL. Medium to Heavy rigging.
Preservation Mounting – For maintenance pruning when large limbs are removed and the tree is preserved. A hinged guard presents mounting spike insertion and a hinged heavy-duty rubber pad provides additional protection. 1,000 lbs. WLL. Light to Medium rigging.
Cut-in Mounting – When maximum mounting strength is needed during high-impact loading (e.g. butt hitch trunk wood): a notch is cut into the tree and the top frame plate is placed beneath it. 3,000 lbs. WLL. Heavy to High Impact rigging.
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