PowerLift PL-X Compact Base
Setup
Transport
Operation
Note: For indoor use only. The PL-X complies with ANSI and OSHA safety standards.
Go Where Others Can’t
Practical
- Stable at all heights
- Incredibly fast setup time
- 350 lb (159 kg) platfrom capacity
- Reaches up to 12 ft (3.66 m) platform height
- Complies with ANSI standards and OSHA regulations
- Compact base allows for easy storage
Smart Design
- Powered by electric drill
- Masts stow and stack for quick extension
- Base self-stabilizes for easy use
Portable
- Fits through standard doors
- Rolls across most indoor terrain
- Quick-attach components remove for transport
PowerLift PL-X
Compact Base Specifications
PL-X4 | PL-X8 | PL-X12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform Capacity | 350 lbs (159 kg) | 350 lbs (159 kg) | 350 lbs (159 kg) |
| Power Source | AC or DC Drill | AC or DC Drill | AC or DC Drill |
| Rated Horizontal Force | 53 lbs (234 N) | 53 lbs (234 N) | 53 lbs (234 N) |
| Drive | Gear Drive with Integrated Brake | Gear Drive with Integrated Brake | Gear Drive with Integrated Brake |
| Maximum Manual Force | 45 lbs (200 N) | 45 lbs (200 N) | 45 lbs (200 N) |
| Maximum Wind Speed | 0 mph (0 m/s) (For Indoor Use Only) | 0 mph (0 m/s) (For Indoor Use Only) | 0 mph (0 m/s) (For Indoor Use Only) |
| Maximum Chassis Inclination | 0 Degrees | 0 Degrees | 0 Degrees |
| Platform Size (L x W) | 23.3 in. (591 mm) x 24.8 in. (606 mm) | 23.3 in. (591 mm) x 24.8 in. (606 mm) | 23.3 in. (591 mm) x 24.8 in. (606 mm) |
| Swivel/Lockable caster Diameter | 8 in. (203 mm) | 8 in. (203 mm) | 8 in. (203 mm) |
| Machine Weight | 415 lbs (188 kg) | 525 lbs (238 kg) | 824 lbs (374 kg) |
| A Stowed Length | 57 in. (1448 mm) | 57 in. (1448 mm) | 57 in. (1448 mm) |
| B Stowed Width | 30 in. (762 mm) | 30 in. (762 mm) | 30 in. (762 mm) |
| C Stowed Height | 67.5 in. (1715 mm) | 67.5 in. (1715 mm) | 67.5 in. (1715 mm) |
| D Minimum Platform Height | 16.5 in. (419 mm) | 16.5 in. (419 mm) | 16.5 in. (419 mm) |
| E Ground Footprint Width | 30 in. (762 mm) | 30 in. (762 mm) | 30 in. (762 mm) |
| F Ground Footprint Length | 47 in. (1194 mm) | 47 in. (1194 mm) | 47 in. (1194 mm) |
| G Distance from Wall Side | 1.5 in. (38 mm) | 1.5 in. (38 mm) | 1.5 in. (38 mm) |
| H Distance from Wall Front | 5.5 in. (140 mm) | 5.5 in. (140 mm) | 5.5 in. (140 mm) |
| I Erected Mast Height | 67.5 in. (1715 mm) | 115 in. (2921 mm) | 163 in. (4140 mm) |
| J Maximum Platform Height | 44.4 in. (1128 mm) | 92.4 in. (2347 mm) | 140.4 in. (3566 mm) |
| M Maximum Extended Height | 89.5 in. (2273 mm) | 137 in. (3480 mm) | 185 in. (4699 mm) |
| N Maximum Working Height | 116.4 in. (2957 mm)* | 164.4 in. (4176 mm)* | 212.4 in. (5395 mm)* |
*Based on 6 ft (2m) above platform height.
Note: Specifications subject to change without notice.
Mechanics That Make Sense
Ergonomic Platform
The PowerLift platform features front entrance gates, making it more ergonomic and easier to step in and get to work. It also features a large tool tray to allow you to carry all your supplies.
Automatic Overspeed Brake
The gearbox includes an integrated overspeed brake. This provides safety redundancy by automatically stopping the platform in the event of overspeed.
Large Transport Wheels
The compact base features three large 8-inch wheels to easily roll over obstacles. The front wheel swivels, making maneuvering the PowerLift effortless.
Self-Stabilizing Base
The PowerLift compact base allows for instant access in tight spaces. The base automatically engages and rests on the ground when the platform is raised to keep you stable.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Compact Base version of the PowerLift PL-X can reach a maximum platform height of 12 feet (3.66 m).
Yes. The Compact Base is specifically designed for tight indoor environments such as schools, offices, industrial buildings, and residences. It fits through standard doors and maneuvers easily.
The lift is powered by a standard AC or DC drill, which drives the gear system with an integrated brake for safe operation.
Yes. The PowerLift PL-X Compact Base is designed for single-person transport and operation. It features removable components and large wheels for easy mobility.
Absolutely. The base self-stabilizes when the platform is raised, ensuring stability at all heights up to 12 feet.
The platform supports up to 350 lbs (159 kg), making it suitable for most maintenance tasks.
Yes. It complies with ANSI and OSHA safety standards, and is intended for indoor use only.
PowerLift PL-X Compact Base
Components + Accessories
See the PowerLift in Action
The Powerlift PL-X with compact base literature is available for download.
The PowerLift PL-X Operator’s Safety Manual is available for download.
“I lOVE this machine. Finally used it on a customer job – I LOVE this machine. Very easy for one guy to move the PowerLift – it’s well balanced and easy to set up!”
“The PowerLift is a fantastic product for our facility, especially servicing the lights in the racquetball courts. Nothing else has the right combination of being lightweight to protect the floors, breaks down to carry through the small doors, and provides the needed reach to the ceilings.”