Lift Counterweight Balance Calculator
Calculate counterweight mass from car mass and a user-specified fraction of rated load.
A QUICK WALKTHROUGH
How to use this tool
- Enter values in the stated units.
- Review the simplified model and exclusions.
- Calculate locally; confirm rules and equipment limits separately.
Formula and limits
Counterweight = car mass + balance fraction × rated load. Fraction is user-provided; no design value is recommended. This does not determine a safe or code-compliant installation.
Privacy
Inputs are calculated locally and are not uploaded.
GOOD TO KNOW
Common questions
Does this certify elevator or pool design?
No. It is an arithmetic estimate using only values you supply.