About this Item
- 4,000 lb. Lift Rating
- Standard series includes 4000 lb. gear plate and 1 hp motor
- Factory assembled and tested under load
- No steel-on-steel moving hoist parts
- Meets UL and NEMA requirements
- 2 in. motor pulley and 10 in. hoist pulley included
- Ships in (2) boxes
BH-40 – 4,000 lb. Standard Flat Plate Boat Lift Hoist
The BH-40 – 4,000 lb. Standard Flat Plate Boat Lift Hoist combines a 1 HP wired motor and a 4,000 lb. gear plate assembly to create a boat hoist. Features no steel-on-steel moving parts. The hoist uses bronze-on-steel gearing. A 96-tooth cast-iron worm gear on a hardened bronze worm. The hoist uses a solid aluminum extended block housing that strengthens and supports the backplate. This reduces heat build-up caused by friction and keeps the worm gear greased and aligned. It allows for a more economical and lighter weight 1/4″ backplate. The hoist includes actual true backplate bearings, innovative and easy-to-reach zerk grease fittings, enclosed worm housings, metal drive pulleys, drive belts, and extended support blocks.
Includes:
4,000 lb. Gear Plate Assembly
Elite 1 Wired HP Boat Lift Motor
#12020 – 56 Frame Motor Mounting Fastener Kit
#12235 – AX-34 – 34″ Flat Plate Hoist Drive Belt
#12273 – 10″ Zinc Die-Cast Hoist Pulley
#12051 – 2″ Aluminum Die-Cast Motor Pulley
4,000 lb. Standard Gear Plate Assembly
The 4,000 lb. Standard Gear Plate Assembly features no steel on steel moving parts. 4,000 lb. rating. Includes aluminum short block assembly, 96-tooth cast iron worm gear assembly, 10 in. aluminum die-cast hoist pulley, AX-34 – 34″ flat-plate hoist drive belt, and your choice of backplate type.
Aluminum Short Block Assembly
The Aluminum Short Block Assembly is a complete replacement worm assembly. Fits all BH-USA standard flat-plate hoists. Features industry-standard 2 inch bearing blocks. Made from marine-grade aluminum. Bronze worm installed on hardened drive shaft inside blocks from the factory. Flange bushings on blocks. Easy-to-reach grease fittings. Easy replacement for worn out worms on older gear plates. Hardware included. Aluminum worm cover included.
96 Tooth Cast Iron Worm Gear Assembly
The 96 Tooth Cast Iron Worm Gear Assembly, also referred to as a bull-gear, is designed to fit any BH-USA flat-plate boat hoists. The worm gear mounts on the top of the gear plate. Grease fitting installed on the drive pipe opening. Includes install sleeve, backplate bearing with snap rings, and axle sleeve bolt. Match a cast iron gear with a steel bronze worm.
10″ Zinc Die-Cast Hoist Pulley
The 10″ Zinc Die-Cast Hoist Pulley is made from a zinc die-cast metal. Spoke wheel designed. Used on boat lifts to grove cable to drive pipes. 10″ x 10″ outer diameter. 3/16″ set screw. 3/4″ bore. V-grooved allows boat lift cable to move in and out of the groves without a lot of resistance or sharp edges. Manufactured by BH-USA.
AX-34 – 34″ Flat Plate Hoist Drive Belt
The AX-34 – 34″ Flat Plate Hoist Drive Belt is a standard fit for BH-USA boat hoists. The belt fits around the 2 in. motor pulley and the 10 in. gear pulley. The motor mounts to the flat-plate gear plate assembly. The motor turns the motor pulley. The cogs in the belt grip and turn the gear pulley. The gear pulley turns the bushing to move the drive pipe. Tightly forms into the groves of the pulley. Designed with Anti-break technology. Cogged for true grip.
Elite 1 HP Painted Boat Lift Motor
The Elite 1 HP Painted Boat Lift Motor is a NEMA motor. UL Listed. CSA approved. Totally enclosed, non-venting housing (TENV). TENV helps prevent dirt and insects from getting into the motor. Standard duty, single-phase, dual voltage motor with a start capacitor. The 56 frame mount fits most standard flat-plate hoists including all BH-USA flat-plate hoists. Easy to follow wiring diagrams included. It does not work with direct drive input hoists.
Motor only wired 220 volts from the factory. Rewirable to 110 volts. Motor only does not include a 2″ motor pulley, GFCI wire harness, or boat lift switch. Wired motors include the 2″ motor pulley, GFCI wire harness, boat lift switch, and cable length in the styles you select.
BH-USA recommends using a licensed electrician to wire or rewire any electrical component.
2″ Aluminum Die-Cast Motor Pulley
The 2″ Aluminum Die-Cast Motor Pulley is a pulley designed to mount to the end of an electric motor and move a cogged belt that turns a worm gear on a gear plate. Fits NEMA 56 frame, single-phase motors. Set screw included. 5/8″ bore size. Fits 3/4″ belts. Made from cast aluminum. Measures 2″ x 2″ x 1 5/8″. Weighs .25 pounds. Motor key stock not included.
56 Frame Motor Mounting Fastener Kit
The 56 Frame Motor Mounting Fastener Kit includes all stainless steel fasteners. Designed to mount (1) 56 frame (claw foot) boat lift motor to a gear plate assembly. The combination of a motor and gear plate creates a hoist. 56 Frame boat lift motors do not work on direct drive boat hoists.
BH-USA Flat-Plate Boat Hoists
| Boat Hoist |
Hoist Style |
Gear Plate Assembly |
Boat Lift Motor |
| BH-30 | Standard | 4,000 lbs. | Elite 3/4 HP Painted Electric Motor |
| BH-35 | Deluxe | 6,500 lbs. | Elite 3/4 HP Painted Electric Motor |
| BH-40 | Standard | 4,000 lbs. | Elite 1 HP Painted Electric Motor |
| BH-45 | Deluxe | 6,500 lbs. | Elite 1 HP Painted Electric Motor |
| BH-65 | Deluxe | 6,500 lbs. | Elite 1 HP Heavy Duty Painted Electric Motor |
| BH-75 | Advanced Single Pulley | 7,500 lbs. | Elite 1 1/2 HP Painted Electric Motor |
| BH-85 | Advanced Dual Pulley | 8,500 lbs. | Elite 1 1/2 HP Painted Electric Motor |
BH-USA Equipment Guide
This boat lift hoist replaced a 40 year old boat lift hoist. Sizes and everything were still the same. Great product and I have no doubt this hoist will last 40 years easily.
Cody B –