The Yale CMHTM9-CONNECT is a 500 kg Working Load Limit connector used to mount accessories to the apex of the Yale CMHTM9 Personnel Tripod — typically a personnel winch or retrieval block for routine confined space access or rescue retrieval. Manufactured by Columbus McKinnon under the Yale brand, supplied with a test certificate.
Key Features
- 500 kg Working Load Limit — rated for personnel lifting and rescue applications
- Designed for the CMHTM9 tripod apex — direct fit to the tripod's pulley mounting point
- Compatible with Yale personnel winches and retrieval blocks — the standard mounting interface for confined space access equipment
- Forged steel construction — robust for daily site use
- Supplied with test certificate — ready for use as part of a personnel rescue system
Technical Specifications
| Model |
Part Number |
Working Load Limit |
Use |
Compatible With |
| CMHTM9-CONNECT |
192063945 |
500 kg |
Tripod apex mounting |
CMHTM9 Personnel Tripod |
Connector designed specifically to interface between the CMHTM9 tripod apex and Yale personnel winches or retrieval blocks.
CMCO Group | EN ISO 9001 Certified
This connector is manufactured by Columbus McKinnon under the Yale lifting brand. Supplied with a manufacturer's test certificate. LOLER 1998 thorough examinations are required every 6 months for any lifting accessory used in personnel access or rescue.
Suitable Applications
Connector for mounting Yale personnel winches and retrieval blocks to the apex of the CMHTM9 Personnel Tripod. Used in confined space access and rescue applications.
How to Use the Tripod Connector
- Inspect the connector for damage before each use.
- Mount the connector to the apex of the CMHTM9 tripod as described in the tripod operating manual.
- Mount the winch or retrieval block to the connector.
- Verify all connection points are fully secured before applying load.
- After use, remove the connector for storage with the tripod.
Warning:
Do not exceed the 500 kg Working Load Limit. Do not modify the connector. Use only with the CMHTM9 tripod — not approved for other tripod models.
Safety Information
- Always inspect the connector before each use.
- Do not exceed the 500 kg WLL.
- Verify all connections are secure before applying load.
- Use only with the CMHTM9 tripod for which it is designed.
- Withdraw from service if any damage is found.
Inspection and Maintenance
Inspect for cracks, distortion, or wear before each use. Clean and dry after use. Thorough examination by a competent person every 6 months.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is this connector used for?
It mounts a personnel winch or retrieval block to the apex of the CMHTM9 Personnel Tripod, allowing the tripod to be used for routine confined space access (with a winch) or rescue retrieval (with a retrieval block).
Q: Is it compatible with other tripods?
It is designed for and approved for use with the Yale CMHTM9. Compatibility with other tripod models is not certified.
Q: What is the 500 kg Working Load Limit?
The maximum load the connector can support, including the weight of the casualty plus the winch/block hardware.
Q: Do I need this connector if I already have the tripod?
The tripod includes a pulley for direct accessory mounting. The connector is an additional adapter for specific accessory configurations — check your winch or block requirements.
Q: How often must the connector be inspected?
Pre-use inspection before every use, thorough examination by a competent person every 6 months.
