What happens if other tools draw power from the same source as the capstan hoist?

• A. Increased pulling power
• B. Reduced pulling power
• C. No effect
• D. Immediate shutdown

Answer: (B)

When multiple tools share the same power source, the total amount of power available is finite. If other tools draw power from that source at the same time, the capstan hoist has less current, pressure, or flow to work with. In electric systems, that can show up as a voltage drop or reduced torque, so the hoist pulls more weakly. In hydraulic or pneumatic setups, shared flow means less pressure or speed for the hoist, again lowering its pulling force. So the pulling power decreases because the power source’s capacity is being shared. This isn’t about an automatic shutdown or an increase in force—the system typically just has less power available for the capstan when others are drawing from the same source.