At present, there are two main types of traction elevators in domestic villa elevators: traction steel belt elevator and traction wire rope elevator, both of which are common load-bearing materials and have their own different advantages and characteristics. So, which of these two home villa elevators is safer and more suitable for family use?
1.Materials and structure
The wire rope is made of multiple strands of fine steel wire, which has good flexibility and tensile strength. It can maintain stability in a variety of complex mechanical environments, especially suitable for scenarios with large loads and tensile forces.
Steel strip is a flat strip material made of high-strength steel through a special process. It has a higher load carrying capacity and lower elongation for a smoother running experience.
2.Service life and maintenance
Wire ropes are prone to wear and tear due to friction between multiple strands of steel wires during use, which will gradually reduce their service life. At the same time, wire ropes need to be lubricated regularly to maintain good operating condition and prolong service life.
Due to the smooth surface and low coefficient of friction, the steel belt does not require frequent lubrication maintenance. In addition, the wear rate of steel belts is relatively slow, so the service life of steel belts is usually longer than that of wire ropes under the same conditions of use.
3.Safety and reliability
The flexibility of the wire rope allows it to have a certain cushioning capacity when subjected to overload or shock loads, but the multi-strand steel wire may gradually relax or break, affecting the overall safety.
With its excellent stability and low elongation, the steel belt provides a higher safety guarantee. Its single, flat structure reduces the risk of breakage, making the elevator more stable and reliable during operation.
4.Operational efficiency and noise
Wire ropes may produce vibration and noise during elevator operation, affecting the comfort of the ride. Due to the flatness and stability of its structure, the steel belt can significantly reduce the vibration and noise during operation, providing a more comfortable and quiet riding environment.
To put it simply, the operating principle of steel belt and wire rope is the same, the steel belt is equivalent to arranging the steel core side by side on the outside and adding a wear-resistant layer, just like our belt, the wear-resistant layer plays a wear-resistant role, and will not cause wear and tear because of the use time, so many families will choose traction steel belt elevator when purchasing a home villa elevator.