Eddlux

MD Series Telescopic Masts

The MD Series telescopic masts. These masts are ideal for applications requiring a wind-exposed surface area below 18 square meters, as well as environments where lower lifting capacity is sufficient. Similar to the HDN Series, the design of the MD masts is based on comprehensive evaluation of the most advanced products manufactured in Europe and the United States. While preserving their strengths, all identified weaknesses and limitations of foreign equivalents have been completely resolved through intelligent and optimized engineering, resulting in a uniquely superior product With both domestic and international patent registrations in progress, replication or reverse engineering of this product by other manufacturers is not possible, making the MD Series an exclusive and proprietary solution.

Additional Advantages of the MD Series ​

The system is designed to remove key failure risks found in conventional mast products by eliminating cable cutting at the piston connection point and preventing wire rope fatigue, corrosion, and pulley damage. Full circumferential guide support protects mast tubes from deformation under wind load, while optimized geometry blocks contaminant ingress. A redesigned spirit level improves usability in rough ground conditions, and predefined cable routing prevents interference between guy wires and lifting cables. The first mast section uses high-strength webbing instead of wire rope, avoiding breakage, reverse-rotation cutting, and drum abrasion, resulting in longer service life and reduced maintenance.

Supplementary Notes and Ordering Information
  • Listed weights in tables indicate maximum mast weight without winch; manual or electric winch weight must be added separately

  • MD Series is part of the company’s standard product portfolio

  • For lifting capacities higher than published values, consult the Technical Department

  • Example order code: MD-128-6-15 → MD Series mast, 128 mm base tube diameter, 6 telescopic sections, 15 m extended height

  • Specifications are subject to change without prior notice — request the technical annex for the exact model when ordering

  • Gravity-descent system models require a minimum external load of 10 kg for proper operation

  • Symmetrical loading is mandatory; heavy off-center loads can cause structural damage

  • Off-center loading is allowed only for lightweight payloads

  • Maximum wind-exposed surface area (guyed): up to 0.8 m²

  • Lifting capacity can be increased on request using a higher-capacity winch

  • Upgraded winch configurations may add up to 20 kg extra weight

  • For loads exceeding catalog values, contact the Technical Department for customized solutions

 
 
Maintainability Advantages of the MD Series

Conventional legacy mast designs commonly available in the regional market are virtually non-serviceable. In contrast, the MD Series telescopic masts have been engineered from the ground up with a maintenance-centric design philosophy, offering the following decisive advantages :

  • Complete removal of any mast tube and piston assembly without disassembling the lower tube gland

  • Full removal of any tube and piston without cutting the lifting cable

  • Entire mast can be disassembled using only an Allen key no special or proprietary tools required

  • Field repair and cable replacement possible with simple hand tools (Allen key only)

  • No need for on-site cable pressing equipment, making field repairs practical

  • Cables can be released and removed without cutting

  • Cable lengths can be shortened or extended during maintenance or adjustment

  • No threaded gland screws on mast tubes avoids thread stripping issues found in older designs

  • Fixed pulley shafts no shimming or realignment needed after maintenance

  • Eliminates post-repair alignment problems common in legacy mast designs

  • Lifting cables and power transmission belts can be replaced without full mast disassembly