Zimmerman BAW005060 50Lb. Tool Balancer No Cable

Description:

The Zimmerman BAW005060 is a pneumatic tool balancer designed to suspend and precisely position loads up to 50 lb in industrial environments. It uses compressed air to create a “float” effect, allowing operators to move tools or components with minimal effort and resistance. Installed on overhead rail or workstation systems, this unit is commonly used for ergonomic lifting and controlled handling of parts. The model is part of the Zimmerman/Ingersoll Rand BA series and is widely used in manufacturing systems.

Applications: 

The Zimmerman BAW005060 is used in assembly lines, manufacturing plants, and material handling stations where tools or components need to be lifted, positioned, and held in place. It is commonly applied in automotive assembly, machining operations, and workstation environments where reducing operator fatigue and improving precision is critical. Pneumatic balancers allow smooth vertical movement and enable two-handed positioning of loads.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BAW005060
• Product Type: Pneumatic Tool Balancer 
• Brand: Zimmerman / Ingersoll Rand
• Load Capacity: 2–50 lb (0.9–22 kg)
• Vertical Travel: ~60 inches (5 ft)
• Operation: Compressed air (pneumatic)
• Control: Self-relieving regulator for smooth lifting/lowering
• Duty Cycle: Continuous operation capable
• Construction: Steel housing with wire rope and safety hook
• Mounting: Overhead rail or workstation mount
• Application: Ergonomic lifting and load positioning

Common Replacements:

• Ingersoll Rand BAW0150801 balancer (higher capacity)
• Ingersoll Rand ZA series pneumatic balancers
• Gorbel / Zero-Gravity balancer systems