Plate Loaded Pull Up – Definitive FAQ Guide

Do you want to buy gym equipment to help your clients develop powerful shoulder muscles?

Then go for the plate loaded pull up for sale at Yanre Fitness. 

This guide has detailed information on the plate loaded pull up. Here you will find answers to your questions on the plate loaded pull up. 

Okay, let’s jump in and check out the frequently asked questions on the plate loaded pull up.

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What is a plate loaded pull up?

The plate loaded pull up is also known as the assisted dip. Other names it has are the commercial pin-loaded dip and the chin-up assist machine. 

This gym equipment mainly isolates the mid-back and the upper back muscles.  

Is there an advantage of performing pull ups using the plate loaded pull up?

There is an advantage of performing pull ups using the plate loaded pull up. 

The benefit of using the plate loaded pull up is that less force is needed to perform pull up exercises. 

The plate loaded pull up has weights that assist a user in performing the pull ups. So, the heavier the weight selected, the easier the pull up becomes.

What are the types of plate loaded pull up?

The two types of plate loaded pull up’s are the plate loaded pull up with the knee pad and the plate loaded pull up with the foot placement. 

Here is more detailed information on the two types of plate loaded pull up.

1. Plate loaded pull up with a Knee Pad

This type of plate loaded pull up has a knee pad. That counterbalances the trainers’ weight while performing the pull-ups.

Counterbalancing is done using the assisted weights from the weight stack.

The knee pad also enables users to mount the machine with ease while supporting themselves with the handlebars.

2. Plate loaded pull up with foot placement.

In this type of plate loaded pull up, the trainers perform the pulls while standing on the foot placement. Standing on the foot placement counterbalances their weight.

In this plate loaded pull up the counterbalance weight is selected from the weight stack.

How is the plate loaded pull up suitable for beginners?

The plate loaded pull up has features that make it suitable for beginners. 

First, the plate loaded pull up has counterbalance weights to assist users in the pull up exercises. This means that the addition of more load weight makes the performance of the pull-ups easier. 

The plate loaded pull up also has step platforms to make it easy to mount the machine.  The machine’s handlebars also support users while mounting it.

What type of materials are used in the plate loaded pull up?

The plate loaded pull up is made with the best materials to offer comfort and stability. It is also ergonomically designed to make the machine versatile.

Its mechanical and ergonomic features ensure maximum focus on the shoulder muscles. The materials include:

Steel frame: The plate loaded pull up is made with commercial heavy-duty steel. The heavy-duty steel gives the gym equipment strength and makes it stable.

Knee pad: The plate loaded pull up has a cushioning knee pad for enhanced comfort. 

The knee pad also has edges that are stitched to avoid folding that may reduce its lifespan. It is designed with PU leather upholstery to give it an appealing appearance.

Kindly visit the Yanre Fitness website for the buyer’s guide. It has a lot of information on materials used to engineer the plate loaded pull up.

Weights stack safety cover: The weight stack’s safety cover is also known as the shroud.

This safety cover is made from 4mm thick ABS plastic. This material is environmentally friendly and durable.

Handles: The plate loaded pull up’s handles are rubber coated to give them a firm grip. The handles also have anodized aluminum end caps that are durable and have a great aesthetic appeal.

Figure 4: Materials on parts of the plate loaded pull up

Does the plate loaded pull up have additional accessories?

The plate loaded pull up has additional accessories to enhance its usability. These accessories include the water bottle holder and mobile phone storage.

Figure 5: Water bottle holder

Is the plate loaded pull up easy to use?

Yes, indeed. The plate loaded pull up has design features that make it easy to use. 

It has a weight stack that is color-coded to enable a quick selection of the load weight. The color coding is in three levels of weight intensity.

Figure 6: Color-coded weight stack

The plate loaded pull up also comes with a start assist lever that makes the gym equipment user-friendly.

Finally, the plate loaded pull up also has yellow quick-release adjustment levers.

Does the plate loaded pull up have options for the handles?

The plate loaded pull up has two options for handles:

• The stainless steel handle. The stainless steel handle is the most popular handle on the plate loaded pull up. This handle has a standard diameter of 30mm.
• The plastic-coated handles. This handle has a diameter of 28mm.

Can you prevent contact with the plate loaded pull up’s weight stack?

Yes, it is. The plate loaded pull up’s weight stack has a protective covering. This covering helps to avoid unintentional contact.

The protective cover also enhances the appearance of the plate loaded pull up.

How is weight assist balance controlled in the plate loaded pull up?

The plate loaded pull up features a counterbalance knee pad mechanism. This mechanism helps to control the weight assist balance.

With this mechanism, the plate loaded pull up becomes an excellent pull-up machine. That is suitable for users of all fitness levels.

Can the plate loaded pull up enable unassisted exercise?

Yes, the plate loaded pull up enables unassisted exercise. The machine allows for unassisted movements by folding the counterbalance knee pad away. Thus allowing unassisted pull-ups to be performed with the plate loaded pull up. 

This feature makes the plate loaded pull up adaptable for experienced clients. That already has conditioned mid-back muscles.

Does the plate loaded pull up enable users to perform multiple exercises?

Of course, yes. The plate loaded pull up is versatile gym equipment. It has features that enable users to perform various exercises. These features include:

• Multiple handles that offer five positions to grip the machine. These grip positions enable users to perform variations of the pull-up exercises.

The multiple positions also make the machine adaptable for people of different sizes.

• The plate loaded pull up has wide and narrow twist-lock handles for dipping. These handles can rotate away to allow the performance of other exercises.

Are there options for the weight stacks on the plate loaded pull up?

Yes, Yanre Fitness has a range of 21 weight stacks you can choose for your plate loaded pull up.

The most common weight stack is the standard 80kg weight stack. But for high-intensity training, we have weight stacks with a maximum load capacity of up to 180kg.

Does the plate loaded pull up ensure a smooth workout experience?

Yes, it does. The plate loaded pull up has high endurance fiberglass-impregnated nylon pulleys. In addition to the pulleys, the machine also has belts. 

These two features ensure that the machine offers a smooth workout experience. 

The pulleys have diameters of 6″ (15 cm) and 4-1/2″ (11 cm). The pulleys also feature sealed bearings.

Does the plate loaded pull up enable you to get on the machine comfortably?

Indeed it does. The plate loaded pull-up has side platforms or steps to enable users to step and get a grip on the machine. 

The steps make the plate loaded pull up suitable for users of all sizes and fitness levels.

Figure 7: Steps on the plate loaded pull up

Will the plate loaded pull up fit with the modern outlook of my gym?

Yes, of course. The plate loaded pull up has an impressive design. It has a sophisticated appearance. 

The upholstery is durable and makes the plate loaded pull up stylish.

On the other hand, powder-coat finishing gives the gym equipment a formidable yet elegant look.

So are you looking for a pull up machine that will also improve the aesthetic appeal of your gym? 

Then the plate loaded pull up is your perfect choice.

What type of cables does the plate loaded pull up use?

The plate loaded pull up uses imported 6mm oiled steel cables. These cables have a breaking strength of 1900 kg.

Does the design of plate loaded pull up prevent sliding?

The plate loaded pull up has rubber feet to prevent the machine from sliding during work out.

The machine also has textured rubber on the feet platforms. The rubber prevents trainers from sliding off while working out.

Alternatively, the feet platforms can have a spray-coat of Polyethylene to prevent sliding.

In addition, the rubber feet on the plate loaded pull up also prevent damage to the floor.

Is the plate loaded pull up adjustable?

Of course, the plate loaded pull up has a couple of adjustable features. These adjustable features include:

Adjustable dip handles: The dip handles on the plate loaded pull up can be rotated out of the way. 

This adjustment clears the dip handles to enable trainers to perform chin-ups.

Figure 10: Adjustable dip handle

Adjustable knee pad (sometimes feet pad): The knee pad on the plate loaded pull up has a catch. That enables the knee pad to rotate out of position. 

This adjustment is crucial for the performance of unassisted pull up exercises.

Pin-selected weight stack: The plate loaded pull up uses a pin to adjust the weight on the weight stack.

The weight selector pin on the plate loaded pull up is magnetic. This magnetism prevents it from getting misplaced since it sticks to the plates.

Is the plate loaded pull up rust and water-resistant?

Yes, the plate loaded pull up’s finishing makes it rust and water-resistant. It also gives the machine an elegant look and resistance to corrosion.

The plate loaded pull up’s finishing starts with a coat of polyethylene. Polyethylene is an effective agent that is water-resistant. It also prevents rusting and corrosion. 

After coating with polyethylene, the plate loaded pull up’s frame is powder-coated. Powder coating gives the frame a sophisticated and elegant look. Also, to make the powder coat permanent, either heat or ultraviolet radiation is applied. 

The types of materials used in the plate loaded pull up matter. Since it determines how well the plate loaded pull up resists rust and abrasion. 

That is why the plate loaded pull up at Yanre Fitness is made using only high-quality materials. Materials that are durable, rust, and water-resistant. 

How often should preventive maintenance be performed on the plate loaded pull up?

The ideal number of times for performing preventive maintenance varies. For the plate loaded pull-up, it depends on the type and model of the machine. 

Generally, it is advisable to perform regular maintenance. To ensure safe and uninterrupted functioning of the plate loaded pull up.

Does the plate loaded pull up come with an instructional placard?

Yes, the plate loaded pull up comes with an instructional placard to aid in the use of gym equipment. The instructional placard also has safety information.

Figure 12: instructional placard

Is the plate loaded pull up customizable with different color options?

There is a wide range of colors for you to choose for the plate loaded pull up.

Do you have unique color customization that is specific to your gym’s theme?

Then contact the sales team at Yanre Fitness for more information.

How much does the plate loaded pull up cost?

The costs of the plate loaded pull up range from $1,590.00 to $4,190.00.

This cost varies depending on the type, model, and size of the plate loaded pull up.

Conclusion

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