Rope Tension Calculator

Calculate elevator hoist rope tensions.

Total weight or mass value. Convert between units as needed (1 kg = 2.2 lbs).
lbs
Total weight or mass value. Convert between units as needed (1 kg = 2.2 lbs).
lbs
Number of items or instances.
Enter the roping (1:1 or 2:1) value for this calculation.

Results

Car Side Tension:
Calculated car side tension based on your inputs.
-lbs/rope
CWT Side Tension:
Calculated cwt side tension based on your inputs.
-lbs/rope
Traction Ratio:
Calculated ratio between values.
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Reference: ASME A17 Standards. Rope tension and traction analysis.