Chain Hoist Direct Drive (1:1 Reduction) 1in Shaft

This Overhead Door Chain Hoist (Direct Drive) is engineered for operating large, heavy-duty commercial and industrial overhead doors. Designed to mount directly to a 1-inch shaft, this unit provides manual operation via hand chain when power operation is not required or available. It's ideal for facilities requiring dependable, space-efficient manual control.

The kit includes a 26-foot hand chain, 1 chain keeper, 2 shaft collars, and a 1/4" shaft key. The system requires a minimum 5-3/8" offset from the shaft centerline to the wall and features a sprocket with an 8-13/16" outer diameter for optimal torque transfer.

Product Features

• Compatible with 1" diameter shaft

• Direct drive configuration for smooth manual control

• Sprocket diameter: 8-13/16" outer / 7-7/16" inner

• Requires 5-3/8" shaft-to-wall offset for proper installation

• Ideal for tight spaces and heavy overhead doors

• Built for commercial and industrial environments

Kit Includes

• 26 feet of hand chain

• Chain keeper

• Two shaft collars

• 1/4" key for shaft

• Pre-assembled for streamlined installation

Installation Overview

Shaft-Mounted Units (1:1, JR-ST, JR-RD, JRG):

• Mount unit on the shaft; align door sprocket with small 9-tooth sprocket

• Use set screws and shaft collars to secure the unit

• Install roller chain using connector link

• Optional wall bracket prevents unit from swinging

Final Steps :

• Loop the hand chain around the pocket wheel

• Chain length should hang ~1 ft from the floor

• Use pliers to open and reconnect the hand chain loop

• Install the chain keeper to hold chain clear of door opening