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Telecab 17 Through-Floor Lift
A high capacity through-floor lift
The Savaria Telecab 17 through-the-floor lift provides service to two levels in your home. It features an 845 lb capacity, making it well suited to use with heavier mobility equipment such as power wheelchairs or scooters. Using the same drive system as the robust Savaria V-1504 wheelchair lift, the Telecab 17 delivers reliable performance, without the need for a hoistway. The lift features a fully enclosed acrylic cab.
Why choose a Savaria Telecab 17 lift
High capacity indoor wheelchair liftThe Savaria Telecab 17 accommodates heavy devices such power chairs and mobility scooters. Choose from two cab sizes with up to a 36" by 54" interior cab size with 80" height for a spacious interior.
The Telecab 17 installs onto a support wall and travels through a floor cut-out on the second level that is capped shut when the lift descends. The lift features constant pressure operation also known as “push-to-run” buttons to service two levels in your home, thanks to its hydraulic drive tower.
Telecab 17 Through-Floor Lift
Standard finish
- Automatic ceiling lighting with two recessed LED fixtures
- White powder-coated aluminum finish
- Features a modern cab style including full-height acrylic panels on three sides and a single access door
- Interior control panel located for easy reach if seated in a mobility device
- Full-depth sturdy handrail
- Wall-mounted call button
- Sloped threshold along with non-skid flooring provide easier and secure access to the lift for mobility device users or those with diminished stability
- Door with a hydraulic closer
Other Options
Optional size
The standard 30" by 46" cab can be upgraded to 36" by 54"
Door Options
The door can be ordered to hinge left- or right-sided at time of ordering.
Battery
You can also opt for a UPS battery back-up system that provides power operation for several trips during a power failure.
Telecab 17 Specifications
Applications
Residential, indoor
Motor/pump
2:1 roller chain hydraulic
Standard capacity
845 lb (384 kg)
Maximum travel distance
23' (7 m) with 2 stops
Nominal speed
20 ft/min (0.1 m/s)
Drive
2:1 roller chain hydraulic
Floor cutout
60 ½" × 35 ¼" (1537 mm × 895 mm) for 30" × 46" cab
68 ½" × 41 ¼" (1740 mm × 1048 mm) for 36" × 54" cab
Minimum overhead required
96" (2438 mm) to have 6" minimum clearance by code
92" (2337 mm) requires variance
Power supply required
110 VAC, 20 A, 60 Hz, single phase
Savaria Link
Optional. Learn more.
Warranty
A 36-month warranty against defective parts is included through your local dealer.*
*Please note the full details of the Savaria warranty, including the requirement for regular maintenance.
Telecab 17 Gallery
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An up-close view of the controls inside the Telecab 17. The buttons are press-to-run, also called constant pressure operation.
The Telecab and Telecab 17 both feature obstruction sensors that stop the lift if it meets any obstruction as it travels.
The Telecab 17 carries up to 845lb, making it great for those with heavier mobility equipment such as a power wheelchair or scooter. Installed by Silver Cross London.
A top landing view of the Telecab 17.
The Telecab 17 includes a full door with acrylic panel that provides a spacious entrance for mobility equipment.
Here's a view at the top landing of the Telecab drive tower. The cab is not seen here as it is at the bottom landing.
Silver Cross London had the floor plug finished with matching wood flooring for a beautiful end result.
The Telecab 17 has automatic cabin lighting. Installed by Savaria Alberta.
Explore other Savaria through-floor lift models
Savaria offers three models of through-the-floor lifts for home use. If you need two-door access, see the Telecab. If you don’t need to accommodate a wheelchair, see the Luma lift.
How to choose a through-floor lift
Learn more about how to choose the best through-floor lift, including how much they cost, the site preparation needs, how long the installation process takes and other considerations with our home accessibility ultimate guide section.
