Designed for repetitive vertical movement of fixed loads in assembly, production, and service environments, the Ingersoll Rand BMDS-6 Medium Duty Spring Balancer provides an adjustable 8.8–13.2 lbs load capacity and 6.5 ft lift. Its short-cable configuration is suited to workstations where a tool or other supported load travels through a relatively limited vertical range. The spring-balancer design compensates for the weight of the supported equipment, allowing the operator to raise and lower the load with minimal effort.
The BMDS-6 features a cast aluminum body, stainless-steel cable, an anti-friction cable guide, adjustable capacity, and an adjustable stroke-limiting device. The manufacturer also specifies an upper suspension shackle for installation and a safety device against load dropping due to spring breakage on BMDS models above the BMDS-2. The BMDS-6 is specifically rated for loads from 8.8 to 13.2 lbs with 6.5 ft of lift.
Type: Medium Duty Spring Balancer | Series: BMD Series | Model: BMDS-6 | Configuration: Short Cable | Load Capacity: 8.8–13.2 lbs | Lift: 6.5 ft | Housing Material: Cast Aluminum | Cable Material: Stainless Steel | Balancer Weight: 5.1 lbs
Features:
- Medium-duty spring-balancer design compensates for supported tool and equipment weight during vertical movement.
- Adjustable capacity accommodates supported loads within the specified 8.8–13.2 lbs range.
- 6.5 ft lift provides controlled vertical travel for supported equipment.
- Short-cable configuration is suited to workstations requiring a compact vertical operating range.
- Cast aluminum body provides the specified housing construction.
- Stainless-steel cable provides the specified cable construction.
- Anti-friction cable guide helps guide the cable during movement.
- Adjustable stroke-limiting device allows the available cable travel to be controlled.
- Safety device helps prevent load dropping in the event of spring breakage.
- Upper suspension shackle is included for ease of installation.
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Applications:
- Assembly stations where medium-weight tools are used repeatedly within a limited area of motion.
- Production workstations requiring single-load balancing for compatible tools and fixtures.
- Automotive and equipment service applications using supported equipment within the 8.8–13.2 lbs capacity range.
- Maintenance stations where controlled vertical tool movement can reduce the effort required to reposition equipment.
- Applications involving weld guns, assembly fixtures, and other compatible equipment requiring overhead balancing.
FAQs:
- Q: What is the load capacity of the BMDS-6?A: The BMDS-6 has an adjustable load capacity of 8.8–13.2 lbs.
- Q: How much lift does the BMDS-6 provide?A: The BMDS-6 provides 6.5 ft of vertical cable travel.
- Q: What does short cable mean on the BMDS-6?A: Short cable identifies the BMDS-6 configuration within the BMD Series. This model provides 6.5 ft of lift and is intended for applications where loads travel a relatively short distance.
- Q: What materials are used in the BMDS-6?A: The balancer uses a cast aluminum body and stainless-steel cable.
- Q: Is the BMDS-6 capacity adjustable?A: Yes. The BMDS-6 has adjustable capacity within its specified 8.8–13.2 lbs operating range.
- Q: Does the BMDS-6 include a spring-break safety device?A: Yes. The manufacturer specifies a safety device against load dropping due to spring breakage for the BMDS Series, with the BMDS-2 identified as the exception.
| SKU | Capacitylb (kg) | Weightlb (kg) | Liftft (mm) | NPTin | CFM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium Duty | |||||
| BMDS-2 | 2.2 – 5.5 (1 – 2.5) | 4.4 (2.0) | 6.5 (2,000) | – | – |
| BMDS-4 | 4.4 – 8.8 (2 – 4) | 4.4 (2.0) | 6.5 (2,000) | – | – |
| BMDS-6 | 8.8 – 13.2 (4 – 6) | 5.1 (2.3) | 6.5 (2,000) | – | – |
| BMDS-8 | 13.2 – 17.6 (6 – 8) | 5.5 (2.5) | 6.5 (2,000) | – | – |
| BMDLN-4 | 4.4 – 6.6 (2 – 3) | 1.5 (0.7) | 6.5 (2,000) | – | – |
| BMDLN-6 | 8.8 – 13.2 (4 – 6) | 7.1 (3.2) | 8.2 (2,500) | – | – |
| BMDLN-8 | 13.2 – 17.6 (6 – 8) | 7.7 (3.5) | 8.2 (2,500) | – | – |
| BMDLN-10 | 17.6 – 22 (8 – 10) | 8.2 (3.7) | 8.2 (2,500) | – | – |
| BMDLN-12 | 22 – 30 (10 – 13.6) | 8.8 (4.0) | 8.2 (2,500) | – | – |
| BMDLLN-4 | 4.4 – 8.8 (2 – 4) | 6.6 (3.0) | 8.2 (2,500) | – | – |
| BMDLLN-6 | 8.8 – 13.2 (4 – 6) | 7.3 (3.3) | 8.2 (2,500) | – | – |
| BMDLLN-8 | 13.2 – 17.6 (6 – 8) | 7.9 (3.6) | 8.2 (2,500) | – | – |
| BMDLLN-10 | 17.6 – 22.0 (8 – 10) | 8.4 (3.8) | 8.2’ (2500) | – | – |
