{"product_id":"stratus-sae-c12x-12-000-lbs-two-post-lift","title":"Stratus SAE-C12X 12,000 Lbs Clear Floor Two-Post Lift","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStratus SAE-C12X\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e12,000-lb two-post car lift\u003c\/strong\u003e built for shops that service three-quarter-ton and one-ton trucks, full-size vans, and SUVs alongside everyday passenger work. Its \u003cstrong\u003eclear-floor overhead design\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps the bay floor between the columns completely open — there is no floor plate or cable trough to step over, so a transmission jack, oil drain, or creeper rolls straight through and you work the underside unobstructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003esingle-point manual release\u003c\/strong\u003e drops both columns together from one lever, and the \u003cstrong\u003edirect-drive hydraulics\u003c\/strong\u003e raise a full load to working height in about \u003cstrong\u003e60 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Twin overhead limit switches stop the carriages at the top of travel, and every unit is factory proof-loaded — a dynamic test at 115% of rated capacity and a static test at 150% — before it ships. The columns wear a two-tone powder-coat finish (Granite Gray RAL 7026 with Rein Orange RAL 2004) that stands up to brake fluid, degreaser, and daily shop traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SAE-C12X runs on \u003cstrong\u003e220V single-phase power\u003c\/strong\u003e through a 4 HP direct-drive motor and is backed by a \u003cstrong\u003e5-year structural warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. It ships as freight with the anchor bolts, screw-up rubber pads, and truck adapters already in the crate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear-floor overhead design\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bay floor between the columns stays open, with full under-vehicle access and nothing to trip over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-point manual release\u003c\/strong\u003e — one lever releases the locks on both columns together for a controlled descent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect-drive hydraulics\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 4 HP, 220V single-phase power unit raises a full load in about 60 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual overhead limit switches\u003c\/strong\u003e — two top limiter switches stop the carriages at the top of travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory proof-load tested\u003c\/strong\u003e — each lift is verified with a dynamic test at 115% of rated capacity and a static test at 150%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelescoping swing arms\u003c\/strong\u003e — front and rear arms reach from 35 1\/16\" to 70 7\/8\" to spot a wide range of wheelbases and pickup points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-tone powder-coat finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — Granite Gray (RAL 7026) with Rein Orange (RAL 2004) for chemical and wear resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 screw-up rubber lift pads (60 mm \/ 2 5\/16\" peg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 truck adapters, 4\" (60 mm \/ 2 5\/16\" peg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 anchor bolts, 3\/4\" diameter x 6\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner's, installation, operation, and maintenance manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold separately: cradle pads (60 mm peg) and a tripod jack stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/stratus-sae-c12x-12-000-lbs-two-post-lift-adapters.jpg?v=1780819990\" alt=\"Stratus SAE-C12X lift arm with stacked screw-up rubber pads and a steel truck adapter sleeve\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eScrew-up rubber pads and a 4\" truck adapter on a swing arm.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eStratus SAE-C12X 12,000 lb Two-Post Lift Specifications\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifting capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12,000 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax lifting height (with adapters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e78 13\/16\" (2,001 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax lifting height (without adapters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e74 13\/16\" (1,900 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum pad height (without adapters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 15\/16\" (100 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum pad height (with adapters)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 1\/8\" (130 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRise time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 60 seconds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e173 1\/4\" (4,400 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall width (outside of columns)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e155 1\/8\" (3,940 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth between columns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e129 15\/16\" (3,300 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive-thru clearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115 11\/16\" (2,939 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArm reach (front \u0026amp; rear)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 1\/16\" – 70 7\/8\" (890 – 1,800 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColumn base plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 1\/4\" x 16 9\/16\" (540 x 420 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 HP, 220V, 60 Hz, single-phase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended breaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic fluid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAW32 or AW46\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConcrete requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\" minimum (6–12\" recommended), 3,000 PSI, cured at least 28 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchor bolts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/4\" diameter x 6\" (16 included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,753 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e112\" x 44\" x 32\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA 220–250V, 30A plug is not included with the lift. Hydraulic fluid is not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/stratus-sae-c12x-12-000-lbs-two-post-lift-dimensions.webp?v=1780819990\" alt=\"Stratus SAE-C12X dimension diagram with overall height, drive-thru clearance, and arm-reach callouts\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003eSAE-C12X dimensions: front elevation and top-down arm-reach plan.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStratus backs the SAE-C12X with a \u003cstrong\u003e5-year warranty on the lifting structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e3 years on hydraulic components\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e2 years on electrical parts\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the SAE-C12X lift my heaviest truck?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it is rated at \u003cstrong\u003e12,000 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, which covers full-size three-quarter-ton and one-ton pickups, full-size vans, and SUVs with margin to spare on everyday passenger vehicles. Each lift is proof-load tested at 115% of rated capacity (dynamic) and 150% (static) at the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat concrete does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStratus specifies a minimum of \u003cstrong\u003e6 inches of reinforced concrete\u003c\/strong\u003e (6 to 12 inches recommended) at \u003cstrong\u003e3,000 PSI\u003c\/strong\u003e, cured for at least 28 days. The lift anchors with the 16 included 3\/4\" x 6\" bolts, torqued to about 90 ft-lb (no less than 80, no more than 110).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat electrical service does it require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4 HP motor runs on \u003cstrong\u003e220V single-phase power\u003c\/strong\u003e on a \u003cstrong\u003e30A breaker\u003c\/strong\u003e. The unit ships without a plug — you supply a 220–250V, 30A plug — and the supply is three-wire (green\/yellow is ground, the other two are hot). The factory power cord reaches about 11 feet, so plan the disconnect location accordingly. Have a licensed electrician make the connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much overhead clearance do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lift stands \u003cstrong\u003e173 1\/4\" (about 14 feet 5 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e at the overhead beam. Confirm your ceiling clears that height plus room for the tallest vehicle you plan to raise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the SAE-C12X ALI or ANSI certified?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStratus does not list the SAE-C12X as ANSI\/ALI ALCTV or ANSI\/UL 201 certified, and the manufacturer notes that not all of its lift models meet those standards. The unit is proof-load tested to 115% (dynamic) and 150% (static) of rated capacity. If third-party certification is a requirement for your shop, confirm the current certification status with MGS before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it ship, and can I install it myself?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SAE-C12X ships by LTL freight, crated at about \u003cstrong\u003e2,753 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e and roughly 112\" x 44\" x 32\". Delivery is to a commercial address or freight terminal; residential and lift-gate delivery may carry additional carrier fees, and the buyer arranges unloading. Installation and electrical hookup are the buyer's responsibility — have a licensed electrician wire the disconnect. Contact MGS at \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@mygaragesupplies.com\"\u003esales@mygaragesupplies.com\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"tel:+13073811810\"\u003e307-381-1810\u003c\/a\u003e to confirm delivery options and scheduling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I adjust the lifting speed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The oil-flow valve adjusts travel speed — tightening it (clockwise) slows the lift, loosening it (counter-clockwise) speeds it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/stratus-sae-c12x-12-000-lbs-two-post-lift-manual.pdf?v=1780819992\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Stratus SAE-C12X owner's and installation manual, PDF, opens in new tab\"\u003eOwner's \u0026amp; Installation Manual (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/stratus-sae-c12x-12-000-lbs-two-post-lift-brochure.pdf?v=1780819990\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Stratus SAE-C12X product brochure, PDF, opens in new tab\"\u003eProduct Brochure (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/stratus-sae-c12x-12-000-lbs-two-post-lift-faq.pdf?v=1780819990\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Stratus SAE-C12X frequently asked questions sheet, PDF, opens in new tab\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Stratus Auto Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51933894213918,"sku":"SAE-C12X","price":6341.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/5550\/0318\/files\/stratus-sae-c12x-12-000-lbs-two-post-lift-hero.jpg?v=1780820606","url":"https:\/\/mygaragesupplies.com\/products\/stratus-sae-c12x-12-000-lbs-two-post-lift","provider":"My Garage Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}