Stage Rigging Capstan Winch
Make lifting, lowering, and maneuvering heavy loads and arbors easier and safer by upgrading your rigging system with a capstan from Thern Stage Equipment. Whether you have out-of-balance arbors causing you stress, your venue doesn’t have a loading gallery, or you need a solution for overhauling an out-of-balance line set, our portable, motorized capstan is the perfect solution. Elevate every performance with a stage capstan winch designed for rigging versatility and consistent, high-quality performance when you need it most.
Product Description
Our portable capstan is a motorized hoist with an un-grooved drum that easily positions out-of-balance arbors for loading. Equipped with convenient foot controls and a 40-ft power cord, the unit glides easily on four fixed or swivel casters.
Made from heavy-duty, high-quality materials, this capstan is made for durability and reliable performance night after night. We guarantee consistent service life for your stage rigging capstan winch by offering a two-year limited warranty to make sure you’re 100% satisfied.
Key Features
- 8:1 design factor
- 1,500 lbs load rating
- Includes worm gear winch to extend life
- 150 ft of 3/4″ multiline II, terminated with thimble and carabiner
- Covered foot pedal switches help prevent accidental operation, freeing both hands to better control the hauling line
- Available in multiple three-phase voltages
Operation Guidelines
For installation, preparation, cleaning, and additional operation instructions, please refer to the owner’s manual.
Venue Applications
Large and small theater venues, arenas, churches, museums, convention centers, places of worship, and other large event facilities.
| Series | Capacity | Speed | Rope Diameter |
| Capstan | 1,500 lbs | 36 fpm | 3/4" multiline II (150' included with hoist) |
DW1M1-S4
