Compare Dumbwaiters
Dumbwaiters have cars that travel within hoist-ways carrying various items from one floor to another. The comparison chart below showcases five popular dumbwaiters that offer different features according to your needs and configuration of your home.
Top 5 Dumbwaiters Comparison Chart
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Manufacturer | WAUPACA | MATOT | HARMAR | Butler Mobility | INCLINATOR |
Model | Cable Waiter Series 007 | Light Duty | Ascent DW100 | Butler 2000 - Lite | Homewaiter |
Weight capacity | 100 lb - 200 lb | 100 lb - 200 lb | 100 lb - 200 lb | 200 lb | 120 lb |
Travel | up to 50 ft | up to 50 ft | up to 32 ft | up to 50 ft | up to 35 ft |
# of stops | up to 6 | unlimited | up to 4 | up to 7 | up to 4 |
Nominal speed | 30 fpm | 50 fpm | 24 fpm for 100 lb 20 fpm for 150 lb & 200 lb | N/A | 28 fpm |
Standard car door | roll top | bi-parting | bi-parting | bi-part, roll-up or vinyl vertical rising available but not included as standard | collapsible gate |
Standard size (W x D x H) | 20" x 20" x 30" | 20" x 20" x 30" | 20" x 20" x 30" | 24" x 24" x 24" | up to 24" x 24" x 24" |
Interior Finish | powder coated steel, stainless steel optional | stainless steel or primed finishes | ivory powder coat finish, stainless steel optional | birch ply with steel reinforcements, stainless steel optional | painted steel |
Min. overhead required | 18" | 18" | 18" | 36" | 4" |
Warranty | 3 year - limited parts | 1 year - limited | 2 year - parts 5 year - drive train | 1 year - all parts | 2 year - limited parts |
Notable | removable and adjustable metal shelf also available | 4 standard car sizes, custom car sizes at no extra cost | fast, easy installation with “plug 'n play” wiring | corner dumbwaiters also available, can adjust the frame to accommodate 4 side access **only available in US | 5 different cab gate finishes and 9 call station colors to choose from |