Whitesmith Solutions supplies specialised elevator security and data transmission travelling cables designed for reliable signal integrity within lift systems. The lift travelling cables shown below represent a selection of our most commonly stocked configurations, suitable for emergency phones, shaft communication systems, CCTV, intercom networks, access control, and high-speed data transmission.
Our range includes flat and round travelling cables with screened cores, coaxial conductors, fibre optic integration, control cores, and Cat6/Cat7 data options. Engineered for continuous vertical movement within the shaft, these flexible cables maintain stable power and signal performance in passenger, freight, and high-rise elevator installations.
In addition to the listed products, Whitesmith Solutions can supply a wide variety of custom cable sizes, core combinations, shielding configurations, and hybrid power-and-data solutions to suit new installations, modernisation projects, and replacement applications across all major elevator manufacturers.
For specialist travelling cable requirements, including fibre optic or high-bandwidth data systems, contact our team to discuss your project and identify the most suitable solution.
Cat7 Flat Travelling Cable
The Prysmian Cat7 Elevator Travelling Cable is specifically engineered for high-speed data transmission in vertical lift applications. Designed to maintain stable signal integrity under continuous movement, this cable delivers superior performance for modern elevators that require reliable connectivity for advanced systems such as multimedia displays, CCTV, intercom, and building management networks.
Key Features:
- Cable Type: Flat travelling cable
- Support Type: Unsupported
- Cores: 4 x (4 × 2 × 0.14 mm²)
- Applications: Security, networking multimedia display installations and data transmission
- Maximum Free Suspension Length: 45 m
- Maximum Travel Height: 60 m
- Maximum Travelling Speed: 4.0 m/s
- Approx. Dimensions: 32 mm wide × 8.4 mm high
Manufactured to Prysmian’s exacting standards, this Cat7 flat travelling cable provides excellent signal integrity, durability, and flexibility — ensuring reliable operation in demanding lift environments.
Cat7 Flat Travelling Cable
The Prysmian Cat7 Elevator Travelling Cable is specifically designed for lifts requiring robust, high-speed data transmission with additional support for longer travel heights and higher speeds. This version includes integrated steel support ropes to ensure safe, stable installation in demanding shaft environments.
Key Features:
- Cable Type: Flat travelling cable
- Support Type: Supported
- Cores: 4 × (4 × 2 × 0.14 mm²) + 2 × steel support ropes
- Applications: Security systems, networking, multimedia display installations, and data transmission
- Supported Design: Integrated steel ropes for extended free suspension length and travel height
- Maximum Free Suspension Length: 80 m
- Maximum Travel Height: 150 m
- Maximum Travelling Speed: 6.3 m/s
- Approx. Dimensions: 36.6 mm wide × 8.4 mm high
Manufactured by Prysmian, this Cat7 supported travelling cable combines excellent signal integrity with added mechanical strength and durability, providing a reliable solution for high-performance lift installations and modernisations.
Round Travelling Cable
Supported Round Cable for Lift Emergency Phone Applications
This round travelling cable (4x2x0.34mm²) is purpose-built for lift emergency phone and telephone call system applications. It features a durable PVC sheath, steel carrier element for added strength, and effective shielding for clear, interference-free communication in lift shafts.
Ideal for connecting lift cars to control panels and machine room equipment, this round lift travelling cable ensures maximum flexibility, durability, and long service life — even under constant movement and tight bending radii.
Key Features:
- Cable Type: Round travelling cable
- Applications:
- Support Type: Supported
- Cores: 4 x 2 × 0.34mm²
- Shielding: Shielding braid of tinned copper, covering degree approx. 70%
- Applications: Emergency phones
- Maximum Travel Height: 110m
- Maximum Travelling Speed: 1.6 m/s
- Dimensions: 9.3mm - Ø
Twisted Shielded Pairs Round Travelling Cable
Unsupported Round Cable for Security & Lift Emergency Phone Applications
This round travelling cable, with six sets of twisted pairs, is a cost-effective solution for lift security applications such as CCTV, intercoms, and access control, and emergency phones. Its highly flexible and halogen free with effective shielding for clear, interference-free communication throughout the lift shaft.
Designed to handle constant movement and tight bending radii, this cable ensures long service life and reliable performance in demanding lift installations and modernisation projects.
Key Features:
- Cable Type: Round travelling cable
- Support Type: Unsupported
- Cores: 6x(2x0.75mm²)C
- Shielding: Shielding covering degree approx. 80%
- Applications: Security and lift emergency phones
- Maximum Travel Height: 70m
- Maximum Travelling Speed: 1.6 m/s
- Dimensions: 16.0mm - Ø
