Product Description
Yale YL 518805656 electric lift truck motor brush—OEM carbon brush for drive motor assemblies, compatible with Yale electric forklifts and pallet trucks. Equivalent to YT518805656. Engineered for high current capacity in continuous duty cycles. Electrically conductive carbon construction with copper shunt and spring assembly for positive commutator contact. Valid for Yale electric lift truck applications.
Specifications
Material & Construction
| Brush Material | Electrically conductive carbon compound |
Part Numbers
| OEM Part Number | YL 518805656 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | YL 518805656 |
| Cross-Reference Part Numbers | YT518805656 (equivalent), YL518805656, YT518805656 |
| Equivalent Part Numbers | YT518805656 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the YL 518805656 motor brush used for?
A: The YL 518805656 is an OEM carbon brush for Yale electric lift truck and pallet jack drive motor assemblies, providing electrical contact with the motor commutator during continuous operation.
Q: What Yale equipment models are compatible with the YL 518805656 brush?
A: This brush fits Yale electric forklifts and pallet trucks with compatible drive motor assemblies. Equivalent cross-reference is YT518805656.
Q: What are the material properties of the YL 518805656 brush?
A: The YL 518805656 is constructed from electrically conductive carbon compound with a copper shunt and spring assembly, designed for high current capacity and continuous duty cycle operation in electric motors.
Q: How long does the YL 518805656 brush last before replacement?
A: Brush lifespan varies with usage intensity and duty cycle. Replace the YL 518805656 if you observe arcing, reduced motor power, intermittent electrical contact, or audible commutator chatter.
Q: What are the equivalent part numbers for the YL 518805656?
A: The OEM part numbers are YL 518805656 and YT518805656 (equivalent cross-reference). Both designations reference the same carbon brush assembly for Yale electric lift truck motors.
Q: Can the YL 518805656 handle continuous duty in electric material handling?
A: Yes. The YL 518805656 is engineered for high current capacity in continuous duty cycles typical of electric lift truck drive motors, ensuring reliable commutator contact and electrical performance.