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Gas Cylinder Lifter & Rotator (Counterbalance)

DTP08-250kg-R500-CR01

This gas bottle lifter rotator is counterbalance which makes it ideal for use in narrow workspaces. The design eliminates the need for outlying legs in front of the machine, enabling operators to place cylinders in areas that would otherwise be difficult to access. The unit features a manual-hydraulic hand pump and a manual winch rotation which allows the gas bottles to be rotated at height. This model has a safe working load (SWL) of 250kg.

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LPG gas cylinder is rotated using the cylinder rotator and mover Gas cylinder bottles are moved using the cylinder lifter and rotator Counterbalance lifter holds a LPG cylinder at height A gas cylinder is rotated using the counterbalance cylinder lifter rotator Cylinder Lifter & Rotator moves a gas bottle around a workplace

DTP08-250kg-R500-CR01

This gas bottle lifter rotator is counterbalance which makes it ideal for use in narrow workspaces. The design eliminates the need for outlying legs in front of the machine, enabling operators to place cylinders in areas that would otherwise be difficult to access. The unit features a manual-hydraulic hand pump and a manual winch rotation which allows the gas bottles to be rotated at height. This model has a safe working load (SWL) of 250kg.

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Key product features

Cylinder securing head

Cylinder lifter and rotator holds a gas bottle in the head assembly

Cylinder securing head

The unit has a rubber support pad to suit gas bottles with diameters between 180mm to 550mm, and heights from 1200mm to 1800mm. The operator secures the cylinder in place against the pad using a ratchet and strap mechanism before lifting and maneuvering it into position. 


The rubber pads provide additional grip between the cylinder and support pad ensuring the load is held securely throughout the handling operation. To detach the cylinder the ratchet mechanism is released, this is done by pulling the ratchet lever and rotating the handle forwards.

Sideways rotation

The cylinder rotator is fitted with a slew-ring gearbox assembly which allows cylinders to be rotated sideways.

Sideways rotation

The unit is fitted with a slew-ring gearbox assembly which allows drums to be rotated sideways. The operator uses a long stainless steel crank handle to rotate the gearbox and therefore the drum. The advantage of this model over our other drum tippers is the smaller footprint and counterbalanced design.


The slew-ring gearbox assembly is very robust and hard-wearing. The force required to turn the rotation crank handle is very low due to the high ratio of the slew-ring gearbox. When the operator is not rotating the gearbox with the crank handle the drum remains mechanically locked in place.

Manual hydraulic pump

Hand pump moves the cylinder up and down before rotation

Manual hydraulic pump

This machine makes use of a 13cc hydraulic hand pump to raise the load. Operators move the handle back and forth to pump hydraulic fluid to the lift ram from the tank. To lower the cylinder down a manual release handle is twisted anti-clockwise; this returns the hydraulic fluid back to the tank from the lift ram. 


We use only the highest-quality hydraulic components to ensure long-term reliability. Each hydraulic system is assembled by hand and hydraulic hoses are cleaned before use to ensure system cleanliness.

Chemical-resistant wheels

Cylinder lifter is kept stationary using the rear wheels

Chemical-resistant wheels

This machine is fitted with five wheels in total: two 160mm front wheels, two rear 100mm outrigger castors for stability and a single 160mm rear steering wheel. All wheels fitted are aluminium centred and have a hard polyurethane tyre which is very robust. 


The wheels are resistant to oil making them ideal for use in harsh industrial environments. Due to the precision bearings used, these wheels make for a low rolling resistance when used on a flat and level floor.

ATEX / UKEX-certified model for Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22 (optional)

A cylinder is lifted and rotated in a Zoned ATEX and UKEX environment

ATEX / UKEX-certified model for Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22 (optional)

Within certain industries, explosive or potentially explosive atmospheres exist; these areas are classified as ATEX / UKEX. We provide fully-certified 'Ex' rated cylinder lifters and inverters for use in these hazardous areas. 


Our DTP08-250kg-R500-CR01-Ex is suitable for gas and dust classified spaces: Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22. The cylinder handler & rotator is manufactured to ensure electrical continuity, and a path to ground is always present. We supply our ATEX / UKEX units with a manufacturer’s Declaration of Conformity which demonstrates compliance with the directives and relevant British and ISO Standards.

Specification

DTP08-250kg-R500-CR01 Gas Cylinder Lifter (Counterbalance)

  • Safe working load (SWL)

    250kg 

  • CR01 attachment

    Adjustable cylinder securing using a ratchet and strap arrangement

  • Cylinder sizes

    Cylinders with diameters of 180mm to 550mm, and heights from 1200mm to 1800mm

  • Lift stroke

    500mm 

  • Lift clearance

    450mm 

  • Lifting system

    Hydraulic 13cc hand-operated pump with lowering valve

  • Guarding

    Shatterproof clear polycarbonate

  • Metal preparation

    Grit blasted mild steel, aqua blasted stainless steel parts

  • Surface finish

    Primer and polyester powder coated mild steel, stainless steel is smooth and clean 

  • Unit colour

    RAL 5010 (blue)

  • Front wheel type

    Two fixed 160mm diameter wheels with precision bearings

  • Front wheel material

    Aluminium-centred with polyurethane tyres

  • Rear wheel type

    Steerable 160mm wheel with precision bearings

  • Rear wheel material

    Aluminium centred with polyurethane tyres

  • Compliance

    CE / UKCA

DTP08-250kg-R500-CR01-Ex ATEX / UKEX Gas Cylinder Lifter (Counterbalance)

  • Safe working load (SWL)

    250kg 

  • CR01 attachment

    Adjustable cylinder securing using a ratchet and strap arrangement

  • Cylinder sizes

    Cylinders with diameters of 180mm to 550mm, and heights from 1200mm to 1800mm

  • Lift stroke

    500mm 

  • Lift clearance

    450mm 

  • Lifting system

    Hydraulic 13cc hand-operated pump with lowering valve

  • Guarding

    Anti-static shatterproof clear polycarbonate

  • Metal preparation

    Grit blasted mild steel, aqua blasted stainless steel parts

  • Surface finish

    Primer and polyester powder coated mild steel, stainless steel is smooth and clean

  • Unit colour

    RAL 5010 (blue)

  • Front wheel type

    Two fixed 160mm diameter wheels with precision bearings

  • Front wheel material

    Aluminium-centred with anti-static polyurethane tyres

  • Rear wheel type

    Steerable 160mm wheel with precision bearings

  • Rear wheel material

    Aluminium centred with anti-static polyurethane tyre

  • Compliance

    CE / UKCA
    ATEX / UKEX (zones 1, 2, 21, 22)

Optional features

ATEX / UKEX option

We can offer an ATEX / UKEX version of this model, suitable for use in zone 1, 2, 21 and 22 environments.

Stainless-steel model

We offer 304-grade stainless steel drum lifters, suitable for clean rooms as well as good manufacturing practice (GMP) areas.

Tall-lift model

We can provide this unit with a taller lifting ram (up to 760mm lift stroke), allowing you to place drums onto high containment bunds.

Sale or return

In the UK we can supply certain equipment on a sale-or-return basis, meaning you can use a unit on-site for seven days with no obligation to buy it once the trial period is up. Find out more here.

Gas Cylinder Rotator (DTP08-250kg-R500-CR01)
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Technical specification

See the full technical specification for our Gas Cylinder Lifter & Rotator (Counterbalance) for details such as weight, dimensions and load capacity.
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