Elevator Calculator
Feet-Inches Math for Mechanics
About
A specialized calculator for elevator mechanics, offering precise calculations in feet, inches, and fractions. It includes tools for hoistway dimensions, rope length, clearance checks, and electrical calculations like Ohm's Law and voltage drop, all designed for field use.
What's New in Elevator Calculator
1.1.1
August 3, 2026
NEW: Pipe Bend calculator in the Electrical tab — offset bends (10°–60° with multipliers and shrink built in), 90° stub-ups with EMT take-up deducted automatically, and 3-point saddles. Enter your measurement, get your bend marks as tape-ready fractions. NEW: Convert tab — switch between inches, feet, mm, cm, and meters (with a feet-inches-fraction readout), plus pounds, kilograms, ounces, and grams for metric nameplate data.
MoreFAQ
What units does Elevator Calculator support?
Elevator Calculator supports calculations in feet-inches-fractions, decimal feet, decimal inches, and metric units. It allows for precise fractional calculations down to 1/32".
Does Elevator Calculator work offline?
Yes, Elevator Calculator is designed to work completely offline. This ensures functionality even when there is no signal available in areas like elevator pits.
What specific elevator-related calculations can Elevator Calculator perform?
It can calculate hoistway total height, rail length, and bracket count. It also computes rope/cable length with roping ratio and sheave wraps, and checks pit depth and overhead clearance against rated speed.
Are there any ads in Elevator Calculator?
No, Elevator Calculator is ad-free. The app explicitly states 'No account, no ads, no subscription'.
What electrical calculations are included in Elevator Calculator?
The app includes an Ohm's law solver for voltage, current, resistance, and power. It also features an NEC voltage drop calculator with 3%/5% pass/fail indicators and a wire gauge reference table.
Is Elevator Calculator suitable for beginners?
While built for professionals, the app's clear UI and specific tools cater to the direct needs of elevator mechanics. Its focus on exact calculations and industry-specific functions makes it a valuable tool for those in the trade.
How accurate are the calculations in Elevator Calculator?
Elevator Calculator performs integer math under the hood, ensuring exact answers without rounding errors. It provides precise results for all measurements, including fractions down to 1/32".
What is the age rating for Elevator Calculator?
Elevator Calculator has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no content restrictions.