220v vs 110v BendPak

[peryan]

I'm ready to purchase a HD7W BendPak lift and I am finding it difficult to get a straight answer relative to the needed amps required. The distributor told me that he thinks the 220V requires a 30A circuit and the 110V a 20A circuit? Also, what is the advantage of the 220V over the 110V?? I have (2) 110v 20A circuits, (1) 110v 15A and (1) 220v 20A circuit in my garage. Which motor option should I go with?

 

[brownbagg]

the 110 going be a little slower in pumping up, but not much. these pump really don't take that much power. the 220 will have more torque

 

[pfhWJ]

Correct me if Im wrong. But by double voltage your amps are half. Your amp draw will be highest when you engage the motor.
advantages are 220 motors will run more efficient, create less heat and use less energy. id go with 220.

 

[akdiesel]

I went with the 110V. Reasons being is it is more accessible then a 220v plug. I have moved my lift three times and that would mean I would have to have an extension for the lift or have multiple 220v plugs and then wire for it. Not very cost effective.
The time to raise my 7400# truck is about 1 minute. Not a big deal for me since I don't charge my time by the hour.
I run my 110v on a 15 amp circuit and have not tripped the breaker.
The cost of the 220v is more but not a big deal.

 

[gowings]

Please post your install when your finished, I'm looking for the same setup in a 12' 4" garage high ceiling with a 8x8 drive thru door to the backyard.

 

[sberry]

It wont matter, the 240 unit is under 20A

 

[peryan]

I will post my results in a few weeks. I'm installing a BendPak HD-7W in my 3rd bay. The ceiling height is 12'9'' and the door is a 9'x8' Ideal. I just ordered a DDM Garage Door high lift kit which will raise my door rails from the existing 102" to 144". Thanks akdiesel. I too am in no hurry to raise the vehicle and you are right, the 110V is much more versatile.