What makes a European style hoist lower hook block different from standard CD/MD hoist hooks?

European style lower hook blocks are manufactured according to DIN 15401/15402 and FEM standards. They feature a significantly more compact structure to minimize hook-to-trolley headroom loss, use high-efficiency thrust ball bearings for smoother rotation, and adopt enclosed housings that protect the rope sheaves.

What DIN hook numbers are used in Tie Shou European hoist hook blocks?

Tie Shou utilizes DIN 15401 single hooks (ranging from No. 1.6 to No. 10) for capacities up to 16 Tons, and DIN 15402 Ramshorn double hooks for heavy-duty capacities from 20 Tons to 32 Tons and above.

European Electric Hoist Lower Hook Blocks (1T-32T)

Tie Shou European style electric hoist lower hook blocks (bottom hook assemblies) are high-performance hoisting components engineered in compliance with FEM / ISO duty standards and DIN 15401 / DIN 15402 forging specifications. Designed for European standard wire rope hoists and overhead cranes, these compact hook blocks offer rated capacities from 1 Ton up to 32 Tons, delivering low headroom clearance, high mechanical efficiency, and long service life under heavy-duty industrial cycles.

Key Engineering Advantages & Technical Features:

DIN Standard Drop-Forged Hooks: High-tensile alloy steel hooks heat-treated to Grade DG/V standards, featuring high toughness and anti-fracture ductility.
360° Smooth Swivel Bearing: Integrated heavy-duty thrust ball bearing allows effortless 360-degree load rotation under full rated capacity without line twisting.
Spring-Loaded Safety Latch: Drop-forged steel safety latch securely bridges the hook mouth to prevent accidental sling or wire rope disengagement.
Enclosed Protective Sheave Cover: High-strength steel housing shields the inner sheaves and rope grooves, preventing wire rope jumping and external debris ingress.

Technical parameters and FEM class selection matrix for Tie Shou European hoist lower hook blocks
Model No.	Rated Capacity (WLL)	Reeving Ratio	DIN Hook No.	FEM Duty Class	Bearing Type
TS-EHB-2.0T	2.0 Tons (2,000 kg)	2/1 or 4/1	DIN 15401 No. 1.6	2m (M5) / 3m (M6)	Heavy Thrust Ball Bearing
TS-EHB-5.0T	5.0 Tons (5,000 kg)	2/1 or 4/1	DIN 15401 No. 2.5	2m (M5) / 3m (M6)	Heavy Thrust Ball Bearing
TS-EHB-10T	10.0 Tons (10,000 kg)	4/1 Reeving	DIN 15401 No. 5.0	2m (M5) / 3m (M6)	Heavy Thrust Ball Bearing
TS-EHB-20T	20.0 Tons (20,000 kg)	4/1 or 8/2	DIN 15402 Ramshorn	2m (M5) Standard	Spherical Thrust Roller Bearing
TS-EHB-32T	32.0 Tons (32,000 kg)	4/1 or 8/2	DIN 15402 Ramshorn	2m (M5) Heavy	Spherical Thrust Roller Bearing

Technical parameters and FEM class selection matrix for Tie Shou European hoist lower hook blocks

Model No.

Rated Capacity (WLL)

Reeving Ratio

DIN Hook No.

FEM Duty Class

Bearing Type

TS-EHB-2.0T

2.0 Tons (2,000 kg)

2/1 or 4/1

DIN 15401 No. 1.6

2m (M5) / 3m (M6)