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EWA SERIES "SNAP-BACK PREVENTION"
BALANCERS
ewa series snap back prevention balancer

The EWA Series safety balancers offer true zero gravity, with no drifting or
strain. Tapered drum, quality springs and bearings provides smooth cable
travel throughout the stroke. The EWA Series is used in conjunction with
heaviest tools and welding machines. They are very similar to the standard
ENDO balancers, but incorporate an additional safety mechanisms to
prevent injury to the user.
If the suspension cable is cut, a centrifugal brake engages and the drum locks.
This prevents the cable from snapping back and injuring operators or
damaging equipment. The distance the severed cable will travel before the
centrifugal brake engages is 3.9 inches (100 mm) or less. Used by several
automotive manufacturers, the EWA sets the new standard for employee
safety and ergonomics.
• Easy and Precise Tension Adjustment
• Cast Aluminum Case
• Forged Steel Swivel Hook
• Tension gauge		 • Fall Arrest Device
• Spring Cartridge
• Drum Lock
• Plug-in Cable Set
EWA Series "Snap-Back
Prevention" Balancer

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PRICES
Model
No.		 Capacity
Range (lb)		 Cable
Travel (ft)		 Cable
Dia. (in)		 Wt
(lb)		 A
(in)		 B
(in)		 C
(in)		 D
(in)		 E
(in)		 PRICES
EWA-22 33.1 to 48.5 4.93 0.19 19.4 8.6 6.2 1.18 0.86 1.69 to 76
$1,312.58
EWA-30 48.5 to 66.1 4.93 0.19 20.3 8.6 6.2 1.18 0.86 1.69 to 76
$1,357.36
66.1 to 88.2
4.93
0.19
26.5
8.7
7.4
7.8
0.86
1.69 to 76
$1,834.56
88.2 to 110.2
4.93
0.19
27.8
8.7
7.4
7.8
0.86
1.69 to 76
$1,901.17
110.2 to 132.3
4.93
0.19
29.1
8.7
7.4
7.8
0.86
1.69 to 76
$2,104.28
132.3 to 154.3
4.93
0.19
32.6
8.7
7.4
7.8
0.86
1.69 to 76
$2,162.16
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FOR DIMENSIONS SEE CHART ABOVE
Balancer Safety Features

Safety Spring Canister

Plug-in Cable Set
plug in cable set
safety spring canister
For easy cable replacement

Snap-Back Protection
Works similar to the Fall Arrest
system, except this is designed
to stop the spool if the cable is
ever cut
For safe spring replacement

Tension Gauge

Secondary Support Hangers

Drum Lock System
secondary support hangers
tension gauge
drum lock system
On top and bottom to accommodate
safety chain
Available to lock the spool
while replacing a tool
Lets operator see tension setting

Ratchet System Spring Adjust

Worm Gear System

Fall Arrest System
ratchet system spring adjust
worm gear system
fall arrest system
Insert Allen wrench and turn
clockwise to increase tension
and counter-clockwise to
decrease tension
Turn clockwise to increase
tension, counter-clockwise to
decrease tension
Prevents tool from dropping in
the unlikely event that a spring
breaks
Features and Benefits
 Advantages of Using an ENDO Spring Balancer:
ENDO Spring Balancers are a valuable addition to
your assembly line. They support heavy tools with cable
tension equal to the weight of the suspended tools, which
makes them seem virtually "weightless". As the tool is
repositioned the balancer extends or retracts the support
cable to follow the tool's movements. Constant tension
on the cable is accomplished with a spring motor and a
tapered drum. The assembler has the flexibility to reposition
the tool, while experiencing comfortable operation and less
fatigue. Similar to a Balancer is the Retractor, which does
not have a tapered drum. The tension on the cable increases
as the cable is extended		 • Suspend tools in assembly lines or other work areas
• Help the assembler with repetitive tasks such as
installing fasteners: screws, nuts, bolts, etc.
• Hold fixtures, tools, welding guns, and similar
equipment
• Improves efficiency and diminishes worker fatigue
• Stabilizes tool positioning and contributes to work
accuracy
• Contributes to a safer working environment
• Keeps fixtures, tools, and welding guns off of the floor
and clean.
• Eliminates the need to separately power the balancer
Application Guidelines
• Size the balancer to carry the total weight to be balanced - tool plus all accessories - and stroke (maximum to
minimum height) required.
• Size to the upper end of the capacity range of the balancer when possible.
• Always attach secondary support cable(s) to the eyelet provided for additional safety.
• Balancers are normally hung vertically and the rope is pulled out vertically. To prevent the rope from wearing on the
guide, the rope should not be pulled out at an angle to the balancer body. The balancer can also be mounted
horizontally, however a pulley system must be employed to guide the rope straight out of the balancer then down to
the tool. Again, care must be taken to prevent the rope from wearing on the guide. A trolley and rail system can be
used to help the balancer adjust to changing angles.
• If multiple balancers are used in close together, install them at staggered heights to keep them from hitting each other
• The spring tension is factory preset to the mid-range of the rated capacity. To adjust the tension turn the worm gear
or spindle clockwise to increase the tension and counterclockwise to decrease the tension.
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