*Suitable for many lifting and lowering applications. *Self-locking brake winches provide additional safety and control for many lifting and pulling jobs. *The automatic friction brake supplies constant, positive holding action and prevents runaway load. *Brake is fully automatic and the load remains in position anytime when the handle is released. *Hand winch can be supplied with belt or steel cable to special order. *High quality steel and hardened gears *Light handle force. *Painting or zinc plating is optional