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3D model

Rendered view of the Kinesys Apex 500 3D model

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Rev 10 (23/09/2026) Audit: 104 checks, all pass Source: DGProject2030/stage-design-freecad-mcp/stage-design/mechanisms/kinesys_apex500/APEX500.FCStd @ 5a03c21

Fleet-checked details: top carry handles and the gravity hook latch follow Stage Design's units, not the manual figure.

Kinesys

Apex 500

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Capacity
500 kgAs published: 500 kg (1200 lbs) ELL
Speed
max 30 m/minAs published: 0-30 m/min variable (max 500 mm/s)
Rating
BGV-C1
Weight
80 kg
Apex sizes

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Specifications

Supply208V 3Ph, 400V 3Ph
Quiet operationYes
Dynamic lifting approvedYes
Lifting over people approvedYes
Source notes

Variable-speed entertainment automation hoist (TAIT/Kinesys). Dual independent fail-safe brakes each rated for full load; integrated SIL3 load cell; 4 limit switches (EN 17206 two-tier); silent brakes and hover capability for movement over people. Chain 7x22 mm Grade T (EN 818-7). EN 17206 Use Cases 3 & 4; SIL3 (EN 62061) as a system with Apex Drive + Mentor S4. Specs verified against manufacturer manual 9200163 r1v5 and Stage Design fleet units. Kinesys Apex Range brochure APX-2024-47 p.3: 400 kg at 10:1 or 500 kg at 8:1, up to 30 m/min, 7 x 22 mm chain; a 500 kg servo variant reaches 36.6 m/min on 11 x 31 mm chain; 208 V or 400 V, settable by the user; one multi-function Harting connector.

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