Your Complete Guide to Elevators in Chennai
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| Feature | Home Elevator | Passenger Elevator | MRL Elevator | Hydraulic Elevator | Traction Elevator | Glass / Capsule Elevator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 250–500 kg | 630–1600 kg | 320–1600 kg | 500–5000 kg | 630–2500 kg | 320–1000 kg |
| Speed | 0.5–1 m/s | 1–2.5 m/s | 1–2 m/s | 0.5–1 m/s | 1–4 m/s | 0.5–1.5 m/s |
| Max Travel | Up to 6 floors | Up to 20 floors | Up to 16 floors | Up to 6 floors | Up to 40+ floors | Up to 10 floors |
| Machine Room | MRL / No | Yes / MRL | No (Machine Room Less) | Yes (side room) | Yes | MRL / Yes |
| Best For | Villas, Independent Houses | Apartments, Offices, Commercial | Space-constrained buildings | Warehouses, Low-rise commercial | High-rises, Hotels, Hospitals | Showrooms, Luxury villas, Malls |
| Power | Single Phase | Three Phase | Single / Three Phase | Three Phase | Three Phase | Single / Three Phase |
| Price Range | ₹3.5L – ₹8L | ₹8L – ₹25L | ₹6L – ₹20L | ₹5L – ₹18L | ₹12L – ₹40L | ₹8L – ₹30L |
Final elevator selection should consider site dimensions, traffic, regulations and engineering requirements.
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