Premium Steel Wire Rope for Elevator & Lift Traction Systems
The Lift System Main Traction Cable is a premium steel wire rope engineered for the main traction systems of passenger elevators, freight elevators, and industrial lifts. Manufactured from high-quality high-carbon steel with advanced stranding technology, this traction cable delivers outstanding strength, excellent flexibility, low elongation, and exceptional fatigue resistance for smooth, safe, and reliable vertical transportation.
Designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern lift systems, the rope ensures stable traction, precise floor leveling, reduced vibration, and extended service life under continuous operating conditions.
Product Features
Designed for Main Traction Applications
Specifically engineered for elevator traction machines, the rope provides:
Stable traction performance
Smooth operation over traction sheaves
Precise floor leveling
Low operating noise
Long-term reliability
High Tensile Strength
Manufactured from premium high-carbon steel with nominal tensile grades of:
1370 MPa
1570 MPa
1770 MPa
1960 MPa
to meet different elevator system requirements.
Excellent Flexibility
Available in multiple traction rope constructions, offering outstanding bending performance and reduced stress during continuous operation.
Superior Fatigue Resistance
Optimized strand geometry minimizes internal wire movement, allowing the rope to withstand millions of bending cycles while maintaining consistent performance.
Low Elongation
The rope maintains excellent dimensional stability, improving elevator leveling accuracy and reducing maintenance and readjustment.
Smooth & Quiet Operation
Precision manufacturing ensures uniform diameter and roundness, reducing vibration, traction sheave wear, and operating noise.
Corrosion Protection Options
Available with:
Bright (Ungalvanized)
Electro Galvanized
Special elevator-grade lubricants are available to reduce internal friction and maximize service life.
Technical Specifications
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Item |
Specification |
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Product Name |
Lift System Main Traction Cable |
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Typical Construction |
8×19S, 8×19W, 8×25Fi, 6×19S, Customized |
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Material |
High Carbon Steel |
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Core |
Sisal Fiber Core (SFC), Fiber Core (FC), or Independent Wire Rope Core (IWRC) |
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Tensile Strength |
1370 / 1570 / 1770 / 1960 MPa |
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Surface Finish |
Bright / Electro Galvanized |
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Diameter Range |
6 mm – 22 mm (Custom Sizes Available) |
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Lay Direction |
Right Regular Lay / Left Regular Lay |
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Lubrication |
Standard or Customized |
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Manufacturing Standards |
EN 12385, ISO 4344, GB/T 8903, ASTM A1023 (Optional) |
Typical Applications
The Lift System Main Traction Cable is widely used in:
- Passenger Elevators
- Freight Elevators
- High-Speed Elevators
- Residential Elevators
- Commercial Office Buildings
- Hotels
- Hospitals
- Shopping Malls
- Panoramic Elevators
- Service Elevators
- Industrial Lift Systems
- Warehouse Lift Platforms
Designed for continuous-duty traction systems, this rope provides reliable performance in both low-rise and high-rise buildings.

Product Advantages
Optimized for elevator main traction systems
High tensile strength and excellent safety margins
Outstanding flexibility and bending fatigue resistance
Low elongation for precise elevator leveling
Smooth and quiet operation
Long service life with reduced maintenance
Multiple constructions and core options available
OEM & ODM customization supported
Why Choose Us?
Quality Assurance
Every traction cable is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive inspection before shipment.
Available documentation includes:
- EN 10204 Type 3.1 Mill Test Certificate
- Material Certificate
- Tensile Test Report
- Breaking Load Test Report
- Diameter & Ovality Inspection Report
- Surface Quality Inspection Report
- Factory Inspection Report
- Packing List
Third-party inspection services by SGS, TÜV, Bureau Veritas (BV), or Intertek are available upon request.

Packaging
Standard export packaging options include:
- Wooden Reel
- Plywood Reel
- Plastic Reel
- Steel Reel
- Moisture-Proof Wrapping
- Customized Export Packaging
Each reel is securely packaged to ensure safe transportation and long-term storage.
Why Choose Solite?
- Professional manufacturer specializing in elevator and lift steel wire ropes
- Advanced manufacturing equipment and precision quality inspection
- Strict quality control throughout the production process
- Factory-direct pricing with reliable global supply
- Fast production and worldwide delivery
- OEM & ODM customization services
- Professional technical support for elevator manufacturers, distributors, and maintenance providers



