Low-Rise Wheelchair Lift
ADA Compliant Wheelchair Lift That Is Fit for Any Location
The Ascension Protégé is a versatile ADA compliant wheelchair lift with a low profile that is ideal for stages or other places where sight lines are important. Its lifting height of 42 inches and 900-pound capacity ensure that the Protégé can provide access almost anywhere: indoors, outdoors, a business, school, or home.
Ascension Protégé Models
The Ascension Protégé is available in several configurations to provide access in almost any location. The models vary based on:
- Portability – portable lifts can be wheeled to different locations and plugged into a standard electrical outlet; fixed lifts are attached to the finished floor and are hard wired into power.
- Configuration – lifts may be installed as standalone units or with different combinations of gates or doors on the platform and landing (some included and some to be ordered separately from Ascension or a third party).
Choose your lift based on the needs of your project and code requirements. Contact an Ascension accessibility expert to talk about which option is best for you.
Protégé 5442P
Portability: Portable
Configuration: Fully assembled, ready to set up.
Protégé 5442F
Portability: Fixed
Configuration: Fully assembled, ready to install.
Protégé 5442FG
Portability: Fixed
Configuration: Configured to use a fixed gate on the upper landing. The gate is included.
Protégé 5442FX
Portability: Fixed
Configuration: Configured to use a fixed gate or door on the upper landing (not included).
Protégé 5442FF
Portability: Fixed
Configuration: Configured to use a fixed door on the lower landing (not included).
Protégé 5442FE
Portability: Fixed
Installation: Configured to be installed in a shaftway with fixed doors (not included) on both the upper and lower landings.
Protégé Details
Lifting Height, Capacity, and Size
- Lifting Height: 4″ to 42″
- Capacity: 900 lbs
- Overall Footprint: 52″ W x 61″ L
- Platform Size: 36” W x 54” L
Power
- 110/120 15 amp AC
- An external battery backup is an optional feature.
Drive System
Direct acting hydraulic drive system with a hydraulic hand pump that can be used in the event of an emergency.
Lighting
- Optional platform lighting for rider safety in the event of an emergency
Materials
Powder-coated steel and aluminum with high-impact thermoplastic windows.
Finish
Black powder coating is standard. Custom paint, glass treatments, hardware, and other options are available.
Speed
Ascends and descends at 5 feet per minute (fpm), in line with ADA regulations.
Sound
Ascending and descending volume is between 50 dB and 70 dB, similar to the level of casual conversation at a restaurant.
Base
The floor beneath the lift and door swings must be flat, level within 1/8”, and capable of supporting the lift’s weight with rated load (1750 lb. total).
Warranty
10-Year Drivetrain, 4-Year Parts, 90-Day Labor
The Purchaser holds the warranty and only they can bring claims forward to Ascension. Installers cannot bring claims forward on behalf of the Purchaser, approve warranty claims, or perform warranty work without official notice from Ascension.
Pre-assembly and Installation
Arrives fully assembled. Installation of fixed models must be done by a credentialed and experienced installation company.
More Information About the Protégé
Ascension Protégé Brochure (PDF file)
Get Technical Drawings and Specs
Your Lift Your Way!
You can customize just about every part of your Ascension lift. Choose the color, glass, and hardware options that best match your location or aesthetic. Our lifts have blended in to theaters, historic landmarks, sports venues, and even a princess carriage!