Servo hoists: 6 levels from basic to premium

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Quick answer: FullSharp offers 9 servo hoist models in 6 levels. Level 1 is a two-speed VFD hoist (FS-D2B, up to 5,000 kg); level 2 adds stepless speed down to 0.05 m/min (FS-D2C); level 3 replaces buttons with an inline grip (FS-D2L); level 4 adds float mode (FS-D3L, FS-Q6L); level 5 uses wire rope at up to 35 m/min (FS-X3S, FS-X5S); level 6 links to a PLC for automated lines (FS-D2).

Servo hoists explained: 9 models in 6 levels, basic to premium

The question we hear most when customers open the FullSharp servo hoist page is: "Why so many models, which one is cheap and which one is good?". There are nine lines with similar names, and every unit in the photos is blue with a hook and a chain. Below we sort the 9 lines into 6 levels: each level adds one new feature to the level below, so you can see where to stop.

Basic, good value, heavy loadsPremium, precise, automated

Level 1

Variable frequency, 2 speeds

The most basic, close to a standard chain hoist

Key point: only 2 fixed speeds (slow and fast). Smoother than a standard hoist and slows down automatically near the top.

FS-D2B variable-frequency chain hoist

125 – 5,000 kg2 speeds, e.g. 1 / 12 m/minPendant or remote380V (220V option)

Drives the trolley and the bridge from the same controller.
Slow speed can be half the usual low speed; fast speed up to 50% above a standard hoist.
Fewer faults and quicker response than a traditional hoist.

Best for: heavy loads, tight budget, no need for millimetre placement.

FS-D2B-F two-speed servo hoist

125 – 500 kg2 speeds 1 / 12 m/minFS-F3 handle

The pendant is replaced by a one-hand FS-F3 grip that works in either hand.
The best-value choice for a hoist workstation.

Best for: one-hand operation at a workstation on a limited budget.

Level 2

Servo, stepless speed

Gentle, precise placement

Adds: any speed from zero to maximum, no more two steps. Down to 0.05 m/min, so loads land without a knock.

FS-D2C servo chain hoist

125 – 5,000 kg0 – 16 m/min steplessFS-E2 controller

Display shows live speed and fault codes for quick troubleshooting.
Electronic double brake: years without changing brake pads.
Soft start and stop, almost no swing.
Still pendant or remote, synchronised with trolley and bridge.

Best for: loads over 1 t that need precise placement, such as molds or machine assembly.

Level 3

Inline grip on the hoist axis

No more pushbuttons

Adds: a sliding grip on the hoist axis. Push up and the load rises; pull hard for fast, gently for slow. No float mode yet.

FS-D2L intelligent chain hoist

125 – 600 kg0 – 16 m/min steplessFS-B5 grip

The hand moves the same way as the load, so new operators learn it at once.
Electronic friction clutch, maintenance-free.

Best for: operators guide the load and control the hoist at the same time, under 600 kg.

Level 4

Intelligent balancing with float mode

Lifting as if the load weighed nothing

Adds: float mode: the operator holds the load itself and it follows the hand. Plus a photoelectric sensor, anti-rebound and 5–6 handle options.

FS-D3L intelligent balancing hoist

125 – 500 kg0 – 16 m/minUnit only 27 – 33 kg380V (220V option)

Die-cast aluminium body, light and easy to hang on aluminium rail.
6 handle layouts, including FS-F2/F3 hand-held grips.

Best for: precision assembly and fragile parts up to 500 kg.

FS-Q6L intelligent balancing hoist

100 – 600 kg0 – 16 m/minSingle-phase 220V standard

Runs on single-phase power, good for small shops without 3-phase supply.
Adds a 600 kg size and 5 handle layouts.

Best for: like the FS-D3L but with only 220V available or a 600 kg load.

Level 5

Wire rope instead of chain

The fastest and most precise for workstations

Adds: wire rope instead of chain, so it runs faster (up to 35 m/min), quieter and holds position more precisely. Float mode stays.

FS-X3S balancing hoist, wire rope type

100 – 600 kg0.05 – 35 m/min220V (380V option)

The fastest in the range.
Fine-strand anti-twist rope and a built-in planetary gearbox, almost silent.

Best for: stations with a fast, continuous lifting cycle.

FS-X5S intelligent lifting hoist

100 – 750 kg0.05 – 26 m/min3.2 m lift3 control modes

3 modes: handle, pushbutton and float.
FS-C1 handle carries compressed air: clamp and release the fixture on the handle, 360° rotation without tangled hoses.
Anti-tangle drum, quick rope change.

Best for: pneumatic fixtures, fast and precise work, loads up to 750 kg.

Level 6

PLC link for automated lines

The hoist talks to the system

Adds: direct connection to the PLC and plant systems. Set parameters, monitor status remotely and run several hoists together.

FS-D2 PLC-connected servo chain hoist

CAN, RS485 ModbusPROFINET-readyHMI → PLC → hoist

Early fault warnings for maintenance before a breakdown.
Servo braking at zero speed, almost no pad wear.

Best for: automated lines, smart warehouses, plants with an automation team.

Quick comparison

Level	Model	Load (kg)	Speed (m/min)	Stepless	Float mode	Lifting medium
1	FS-D2B	125–5,000	2-step, e.g. 1/12	–	–	Chain
1	FS-D2B-F	125–500	2-step 1/12	–	–	Chain
2	FS-D2C	125–5,000	0–16	Yes	–	Chain
3	FS-D2L	125–600	0–16	Yes	–	Chain
4	FS-D3L	125–500	0–16	Yes	Yes	Chain
4	FS-Q6L	100–600	0–16	Yes	Yes	Chain
5	FS-X3S	100–600	0.05–35	Yes	Yes	Wire rope
5	FS-X5S	100–750	0.05–26	Yes	Yes	Wire rope
6	FS-D2	per configuration	per configuration	Yes	–	Chain

Speeds are at the lowest capacity of each line; heavier loads run slower. See each product page for full specifications.

What to choose for each request

Loads over 1 tBest value: FS-D2B. Precise placement: FS-D2C.

Workstation on a low budgetFS-D2B-F with the two-speed grip.

Operator guides the load while controlling, under 600 kgFS-D2L.

Precision assembly, fragile parts, hands on the loadFS-D3L (380V) or FS-Q6L (220V, up to 600 kg).

Fast, continuous lifting cycleFS-X3S, up to 35 m/min.

Pneumatic fixtures, loads up to 750 kgFS-X5S.

Automated line with a PLCFS-D2.

Clean roomClean room travelling hoist 125 – 2,000 kg.

Every line has overload protection, holds the load on power loss and slows near the top. A hoist is only as safe as the structure it hangs from, so our survey always covers the jib crane or rail system too. Still choosing between a servo hoist and a standard electric hoist? Read how to choose an electric hoist for your factory.

Terms explained

Variable frequency: Drives the motor smoothly but with only a few fixed speeds.
Servo: The motor knows exactly where it is, runs at any speed and stops on the spot.
Stepless: Speed changes continuously with your hand, no steps.
Inline: The grip sits in line with the chain or rope; push one way and the load moves that way.
Float mode: The hoist carries all the weight; a light push on the load moves it up or down.
Anti-rebound: The hook does not jump up when the load is released.
PLC: The controller of an automated line; a PLC-linked hoist follows program commands.

Accessories

Servo electric trolley 2,000 kg runs powered along the rail. Optional control handles: B4 slide, B6 force-sensing, B7 external, E3 remote, T1 full-frame touch on the fixture.

Frequently asked questions

How is a servo hoist different from a VFD hoist?

A VFD hoist has a few fixed speeds. A servo hoist changes speed continuously with your hand, creeps down to 0.05 m/min and stops exactly where you want, so molds and blanks land on pins without a knock.

What is float mode on a hoist?

The hoist carries the weight and the operator just rests a hand on the load and nudges it up or down. Float mode is available on the FS-D3L, FS-Q6L, FS-X3S and FS-X5S.

Which servo hoist runs on single-phase 220V?

The FS-Q6L runs on single-phase 220V as standard, 100–600 kg. The FS-X3S and FS-X5S are also 220V as standard. The other chain models are 380V with a 220V option.

What is the maximum capacity of a servo hoist?

The FS-D2B and FS-D2C chain hoists go up to 5,000 kg. The balancing models with float mode go up to 600–750 kg.

Can a servo hoist connect to a PLC?

Yes. The FS-D2 has CAN and RS485 Modbus ports and a slot for a PROFINET card, so it connects directly to a PLC or the line HMI.

Send us the load weight, lifting height, a photo of the workstation and your power supply. FullSharp will survey the site and recommend the right level, without features you do not need.

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