Chandelier Lifts for High Ceilings: ALADDIN Light Lift Specifications and Planning Guide

In double-height halls, stairwells and lobbies, a chandelier is often too high to reach with a standard ladder. Cleaning and relamping then require scaffolding or a mobile access platform.

The ALADDIN Light Lift is a motorised winch, installed above the ceiling, that lowers a chandelier to floor level and returns it to its original height. The system has been manufactured in the USA since 1990 and is covered by US patent no. 5105349. ZAVADSKI e.U. in Vienna is the official distributor of ALADDIN LIGHT LIFT INC. in Europe.

  • Since 1990Manufactured in the USA
  • 4 modelsALL200 to ALL1000
  • 91–454 kgFixture weight, by model
  • US patentNo. 5105349

ALADDIN Light Lift models: load and lamp capacity

Model Max. fixture weight Standard lamp load SmartLift controller
ALL200 200 lb / 91 kg 1,560 W Optional
ALL300 300 lb / 136 kg 1,560 W Optional
ALL700 700 lb / 318 kg 2,200 W Standard
ALL1000 (special order) 1,000 lb / 454 kg 2,200 W Standard

Optional lamp load: 2,200 W (1 circuit), 3,300 W (2 circuits) or 4,400 W (2 circuits). Winch cable: 35 ft / 10.7 m standard; 65, 90 or 120 ft optional.

Other data

Locking
Two independent locking systems (see Safety)
Sloped ceilings
Adapter available
Relamping cord
Optional (see Safety)
Warranty
1 year on components
Certification
UL and cUL listed (ALL1000 listing pending per the Aladdin catalogue)

Choosing a model

Choose the model by fixture weight, not by size. Add the weight of crystal, arms and any accessories. A 400 lb (181 kg) chandelier needs at least an ALL700.

Standard and Remote Installation

Standard mount

The winch is installed in the ceiling void directly above the fixture, level and fixed to the joists. The unit is not visible from the room. It runs on existing wiring and is installed by a licensed electrician.

Remote mount

Where there is no access above the fixture, such as under a roof terrace, a structural beam or a finished upper floor, the winch is placed in an accessible area and connected by cable, brackets and pulleys. Distributors list a maximum distance of 25 ft (about 7.6 m) between winch and fixture for remote installations.

For either arrangement, the ceiling void must be planned for early. Winch access, joist position and the route of the supply cable should be agreed before the ceiling is closed. This is the main reason to involve a supplier at design stage.

Controls

Keyswitch

Every lift includes a keyswitch for any new or existing wall. It is child-resistant and prevents accidental operation. The chandelier moves while the key is held in the “on” position and stops where the key is released, so the user chooses the height.

SmartLift controller

A wall controller that raises or lowers the chandelier automatically, without holding a key. A stop height above the floor can be programmed in. It is standard on the ALL700 and ALL1000 and optional on the ALL200 and ALL300.

The controller can be mounted up to 50 ft (15 m) from the winch, and up to 100 ft (30 m) with additional wiring, according to distributor documentation.

Safety

Dual locking

Two separate, independent locking systems hold the fixture.

Power cut-off

Current to the chandelier is disconnected automatically while it is lowered. Nobody working on the fixture is exposed to mains voltage.

Relamping cord (optional)

A separate cord that allows the lamps to be lit and checked at floor level.

Rules for specifiers (from the Aladdin manual)

  • Only one chandelier per lift
  • Only single-stem or chain-hung fixtures
  • Only the fittings supplied by Aladdin (dowel pin, nipples, couplers)
  • The lift must not be modified

If a fixture has several suspension points or a non-standard mount, discuss this with us before ordering.

What to Send Us for a Project Assessment

With the following information we can recommend a model and mounting type:

  1. Total fixture weight, including all accessories
  2. Total lamp load in watts, and the number of circuits
  3. Suspension type: single stem or chain
  4. Ceiling height and the drop required to reach floor level
  5. Ceiling construction and the space above it: joists, void depth, access
  6. Whether the ceiling is sloped (and at what angle)
  7. Preferred location of the wall control
  8. Mains voltage and local electrical requirements

Typical Applications

Entrance halls and stairwells in private residences

Hotel lobbies, restaurants and ballrooms

Listed or historic buildings where ceiling access is limited

Offices, showrooms and event venues with fixtures above normal reach

In each, the lift replaces temporary access equipment and makes routine cleaning and relamping a single-person task.

Video: Control Options

Aladdin’s short FAQ video explains the key switch options for raising and lowering a chandelier.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum chandelier weight?
200 lb (91 kg), 300 lb (136 kg) and 700 lb (318 kg) for the ALL200, ALL300 and ALL700. The ALL1000, available on special order, takes up to 1,000 lb (454 kg).
Can the lift be installed without access above the chandelier?
Yes. The remote mount option uses cables, brackets and pulleys to place the winch in an accessible location.
Is it safe to work on the fixture while it is lowered?
Current is disconnected automatically while the chandelier is lowered, and two independent locking systems hold it when stopped.
Can it be installed under a sloped ceiling?
Yes. A sloped-ceiling adapter is available.
Who installs it?
A licensed electrician. The system uses existing wiring.
What is the warranty?
One year on components.

Contact

For specification support, quotations or technical drawings:

ZAVADSKI e.U.
Burggasse 67 / Lokal 2, 1070 Vienna, Austria
+43 660 1119397
info@zavadski.biz
Download the ALADDIN Light Lift catalogue (PDF)