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Escalator Step
FY-TJ1000 1000*400mm Universal Type Escalator Step
Item No.: FY-TJ1000
Using for 9300/9700/SWE/SJEC/BLT/CANNY/FJITEC ETC..
Description
FY-TJ1000 1000*400mm Universal Type Escalator Step
| Part number | FY-TJ1000 |
| Details | 1000*400mm Silver Grey Coated Roller:70*25mm |
| Using for | 9300/9700/SWE/SJEC/BLT/CANNY/FJITEC ETC.. |
| Support roller size | 70*25mm/75*23.5mm/75*25mm/76*25mm; 80*25mm/100*25mm |
| Color | Sliver Grey; Raw Aluminum; Black; |
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1. What are Escalator Steps?
Escalator steps are the moving platforms that help passengers travel between different floors without exerting any effort. These steps are interconnected through a step chain, ensuring coordinated movement of each step. Each step is connected to the escalator's drive system, which uses motors and gears to provide the necessary power.
2. What is the Structure of an Escalator Step?
The structure of an escalator step includes several key components:
- Step Plate: Also known as the step surface, it is usually covered with anti-slip grooves to provide better traction and prevent slipping.
- Step Riser: The slightly curved front part of the step, helping to form a smooth transition between the step and the ground below.
- Step Trailing Wheel: A small wheel located at the back of the step that helps it move smoothly along the tracks.
- Chain Wheel: Connected to the escalator’s drive system, this wheel is a crucial part of the mechanism that synchronizes the movement of the steps with the chain.
- Axle Slot: This is where the step chain is mounted onto the step, keeping it connected and in sync with the entire system.
3. How Many Steps Are There on an Escalator?
The number of steps on an escalator depends on the rise height, inclination angle, and the number of horizontal steps. Generally, escalators with smaller rise heights may have 50 to 80 steps, while escalators with larger inclinations may have over 100 steps. For example, an escalator with a 35° inclination angle and a 6-meter rise height typically has around 70 steps.
4. How Does an Escalator Step Work?
An escalator works by using a step chain to connect all the steps together. The motor at the top drives the rolling chain, which is connected to the step chain through gears. When the motor starts, it turns the gears, moving the rolling chain, which in turn drives the steps. As the steps move, the distance between the upper and lower rails changes, allowing the steps to rise or descend at the landing points. At the landing points, metal comb plates with mesh teeth prevent shoes or clothes from getting stuck.5. What is the Width of an Escalator Step?
The common widths for escalator steps are 24 inches, 32 inches, and 40 inches. The wider 32 to 40-inch steps are typically used in high-traffic areas like malls or subway stations, while the 24-inch steps are better suited for low-traffic locations such as private buildings or small malls.
6. What is the Height and Depth of an Escalator Step?
The standard height of most escalator steps is 200 mm, with the maximum height reaching 240 mm. The depth of the step should generally be greater than 380 mm to ensure stability and comfort.
7. What Materials Are Used for Escalator Steps?
Escalator steps must be durable and resistant to corrosion due to exposure to dirt, grime, and water. The most common materials used are stainless steel and aluminum alloy.
- Stainless steel steps are suitable for indoor installations, providing high strength and durability.
- Aluminum alloy steps are highly rigid and strong, making them ideal for both indoor and outdoor use. They tend to be more expensive than stainless steel options but offer better performance.
