{"id":30731,"date":"2026-08-04T08:57:42","date_gmt":"2026-08-04T00:57:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/?p=30731"},"modified":"2026-08-04T08:57:42","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T00:57:42","slug":"elevator-surge-protection-guide-for-control-panels-and-power-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/","title":{"rendered":"Elevator Surge Protection Guide for Control Panels and Power Systems"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"30731\" class=\"elementor elementor-30731\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a504753 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a504753\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d0fb3e elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"5d0fb3e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide {\r\n  max-width: 860px;\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n  color: #222;\r\n  font-size: 16px;\r\n  line-height: 1.72;\r\n  font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide h2 {\r\n  font-size: 32px;\r\n  line-height: 1.35;\r\n  margin: 52px 0 20px;\r\n  color: #111;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide h3 {\r\n  font-size: 24px;\r\n  line-height: 1.45;\r\n  margin: 36px 0 16px;\r\n  color: #111;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide p {\r\n  margin: 0 0 18px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide ul {\r\n  padding-left: 22px;\r\n  margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide li {\r\n  margin-bottom: 8px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide .quick-answer,\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide .checklist,\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide .cta-box {\r\n  background: #f7fbff;\r\n  border-left: 4px solid #004898;\r\n  padding: 22px 24px;\r\n  margin: 30px 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide .warning {\r\n  background: #fff9f2;\r\n  border-left-color: #d28a00;\r\n  padding: 22px 24px;\r\n  margin: 30px 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide table {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  border-collapse: collapse;\r\n  margin: 26px 0;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide th {\r\n  background: #004898;\r\n  color: #fff;\r\n  padding: 12px;\r\n  text-align: left;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide td {\r\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\r\n  padding: 12px;\r\n  vertical-align: top;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide img {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  height: auto;\r\n  margin: 32px 0 8px;\r\n  display: block;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide .caption {\r\n  font-size: 14px;\r\n  color: #666;\r\n  margin-bottom: 28px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide .cta-button {\r\n  display: inline-block;\r\n  background: #004898;\r\n  color: #fff;\r\n  padding: 12px 26px;\r\n  border-radius: 4px;\r\n  text-decoration: none;\r\n}\r\n\r\n#leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide .cta-button span {\r\n  color: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n@media(max-width:768px){\r\n  #leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide {\r\n    padding: 0 12px;\r\n    font-size: 15px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide h2 {\r\n    font-size: 26px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide h3 {\r\n    font-size: 21px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide table {\r\n    display:block;\r\n    overflow-x:auto;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide th,\r\n  #leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide td {\r\n    min-width:150px;\r\n  }\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div id=\"leeyee-elevator-surge-protection-guide\">\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nModern elevator systems rely on electronic control panels, variable frequency drives (VFDs), communication interfaces and long cable routes between machine rooms, shafts and field devices. These components can be sensitive to transient overvoltages caused by lightning-induced surges, switching operations and disturbances from building electrical systems.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThis guide explains elevator surge protection from an engineering and OEM perspective, focusing on control panels, VFD systems, communication interfaces, installation considerations and the information required before SPD selection.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"quick-answer\">\r\n<strong>Quick Answer: How should elevator surge protection be designed?<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nElevator surge protection should not be considered as only one SPD at the incoming power supply. A complete evaluation normally considers multiple protection points, including the building power connection, elevator control panel, VFD input, control power circuits and communication interfaces.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Protection Point<\/th>\r\n<th>Main Purpose<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Building distribution supply<\/td>\r\n<td>Reduce incoming transient energy entering the elevator system.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Elevator control panel<\/td>\r\n<td>Protect sensitive controller electronics and internal circuits.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>VFD \/ drive input<\/td>\r\n<td>Reduce transient stress on power electronic components.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Signal and communication interfaces<\/td>\r\n<td>Reduce surge exposure on connected data circuits.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThe final SPD configuration must be confirmed according to system voltage, grounding arrangement, elevator manufacturer requirements and project conditions.\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/elevator-surge-protection-architecture.webp\" alt=\"Elevator surge protection architecture showing power, control panel, VFD and communication protection points\">\r\n\r\n<p class=\"caption\">\r\nElevator surge protection architecture showing the relationship between power circuits, control systems, drives and communication interfaces.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#1-where-can-surges-enter-an-elevator-system\" >1. Where Can Surges Enter an Elevator System?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#2-elevator-control-panel-surge-protection\" >2. Elevator Control Panel Surge Protection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#3-elevator-vfd-surge-protection-considerations\" >3. Elevator VFD Surge Protection Considerations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#4-elevator-spd-protection-point-selection\" >4. Elevator SPD Protection Point Selection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#5-does-an-elevator-system-need-more-than-one-spd\" >5. Does an Elevator System Need More Than One SPD?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#6-elevator-shaft-and-long-cable-surge-risks\" >6. Elevator Shaft and Long Cable Surge Risks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#7-what-spd-cannot-replace\" >7. What SPD Cannot Replace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#8-elevator-spd-selection-workflow\" >8. Elevator SPD Selection Workflow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#9-common-elevator-spd-selection-mistakes\" >9. Common Elevator SPD Selection Mistakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#faq\" >FAQ<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/it\/elevator-surge-protection\/#references\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-where-can-surges-enter-an-elevator-system\"><\/span>1. Where Can Surges Enter an Elevator System?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nAn elevator installation contains several possible surge paths. Besides the incoming AC supply, long cables, control circuits and communication wiring can also become paths for transient disturbances.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>System Area<\/th>\r\n<th>Potential Risk<\/th>\r\n<th>Engineering Consideration<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Main power supply<\/td>\r\n<td>External transient overvoltage<\/td>\r\n<td>Evaluate AC SPD requirements according to the electrical installation.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Elevator control cabinet<\/td>\r\n<td>Controller and PCB damage<\/td>\r\n<td>Select SPD according to panel design and power system.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Drive system<\/td>\r\n<td>Power electronic stress<\/td>\r\n<td>Coordinate SPD selection with VFD requirements.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Signal circuits<\/td>\r\n<td>Communication interruption<\/td>\r\n<td>Confirm interface type and cable conditions.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-elevator-control-panel-surge-protection\"><\/span>2. Elevator Control Panel Surge Protection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThe elevator control panel is the central connection point between power input, control electronics, drive circuits and communication interfaces.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nFor OEM control panels, SPD selection should consider more than rated voltage. Important information may include:\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>System voltage and phase configuration<\/li>\r\n<li>Grounding arrangement<\/li>\r\n<li>SPD type and protection mode<\/li>\r\n<li>Backup protection requirements<\/li>\r\n<li>Installation location and cable length<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"warning\">\r\n<strong>Engineering Warning<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nA higher SPD voltage rating does not automatically provide better protection. If the SPD parameters do not match the actual electrical system, the protection performance may not meet the project requirement.\r\n<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-elevator-vfd-surge-protection-considerations\"><\/span>3. Elevator VFD Surge Protection Considerations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nMany modern elevators use variable frequency drives to control motor operation. VFD systems contain sensitive semiconductor devices and electronic control circuits that require careful protection coordination.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>VFD Related Area<\/th>\r\n<th>Protection Consideration<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>VFD input power<\/td>\r\n<td>Evaluate AC SPD selection and installation position.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Drive electronics<\/td>\r\n<td>Consider transient exposure and manufacturer recommendations.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Control interface<\/td>\r\n<td>Confirm communication and control circuit requirements.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nSPD selection should support the VFD protection strategy. It does not replace the drive manufacturer's installation requirements or other required protection measures.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-elevator-spd-protection-point-selection\"><\/span>4. Elevator SPD Protection Point Selection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/elevator-control-panel-spd-selection-comparison.webp\" alt=\"Elevator control panel SPD selection comparison for AC power, VFD, DC control and communication circuits\">\r\n\r\n<p class=\"caption\">\r\nComparison of elevator protection points to help OEMs and engineers identify suitable SPD evaluation areas.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<table>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Location<\/th>\r\n<th>Typical Protection Focus<\/th>\r\n<th>Buyer Confirmation<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Building MDB<\/td>\r\n<td>Incoming surge energy reduction<\/td>\r\n<td>System voltage, grounding and installation requirements.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Elevator control panel<\/td>\r\n<td>Controller power protection<\/td>\r\n<td>Panel design and internal wiring conditions.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>VFD input<\/td>\r\n<td>Drive protection coordination<\/td>\r\n<td>Drive specifications and manufacturer guidance.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>24V control circuits<\/td>\r\n<td>Electronic circuit protection<\/td>\r\n<td>Control voltage and interface requirements.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Communication lines<\/td>\r\n<td>Signal protection<\/td>\r\n<td>RS485, CAN, Ethernet or other protocol details.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/table>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-does-an-elevator-system-need-more-than-one-spd\"><\/span>5. Does an Elevator System Need More Than One SPD?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nThere is no universal number of SPDs required for every elevator installation. The correct quantity depends on the building electrical design, cable routing, equipment sensitivity and project requirements.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nA complete solution may require evaluation of different protection zones rather than selecting one SPD without considering the system architecture.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-elevator-shaft-and-long-cable-surge-risks\"><\/span>6. Elevator Shaft and Long Cable Surge Risks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nElevator shafts often contain long cable routes connecting machine rooms, controllers, sensors and landing equipment. Longer cable paths may increase exposure to induced transient disturbances.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nFor installations with long communication lines or exposed field devices, the protection design should be reviewed according to the actual installation environment.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-what-spd-cannot-replace\"><\/span>7. What SPD Cannot Replace<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"warning\">\r\n<strong>Professional Design Boundary<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nSPD is only one part of an electrical protection strategy. It does not replace:\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Proper grounding and bonding design.<\/li>\r\n<li>Correct electrical installation practices.<\/li>\r\n<li>Elevator manufacturer requirements.<\/li>\r\n<li>Safety circuit design and compliance review.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-elevator-spd-selection-workflow\"><\/span>8. Elevator SPD Selection Workflow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/elevator-spd-installation-verification-workflow.webp\" alt=\"Elevator SPD installation verification workflow from system information review to OEM approval\">\r\n\r\n<p class=\"caption\">\r\nEngineering confirmation workflow from system information collection to SPD model approval.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"checklist\">\r\n<strong>Before selecting elevator SPD, confirm:<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Elevator supply voltage and phase configuration<\/li>\r\n<li>Grounding system<\/li>\r\n<li>Control panel information<\/li>\r\n<li>VFD or drive requirements<\/li>\r\n<li>Communication interfaces<\/li>\r\n<li>Installation position<\/li>\r\n<li>Required standards or certificates<\/li>\r\n<li>Quantity requirement<\/li>\r\n<li>OEM label and documentation requirements<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-common-elevator-spd-selection-mistakes\"><\/span>9. Common Elevator SPD Selection Mistakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><strong>Choosing only by voltage:<\/strong> SPD selection requires system conditions, not only nominal voltage.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Installing SPD far from equipment:<\/strong> Connection arrangement affects protection effectiveness.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Ignoring communication protection:<\/strong> Electronic systems may have multiple surge entry paths.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Assuming SPD replaces grounding:<\/strong> Surge protection depends on the complete installation design.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"cta-box\">\r\n\r\n<p>\r\nNeed help reviewing an elevator surge protection requirement? Share your system voltage, control panel information and application details with LEEYEE for technical evaluation.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" class=\"leeyee-site-popup-btn cta-button\" aria-label=\"Request Model Recommendation\">\r\n<span>Request Model Recommendation<\/span>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faq\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<h3>Where should SPD be installed in an elevator system?<\/h3>\r\n<p>\r\nSPD installation points depend on the elevator electrical architecture. Common evaluation points include incoming power circuits, control panels, drive inputs and signal interfaces.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Can SPD protect elevator VFD systems?<\/h3>\r\n<p>\r\nSPD can help reduce transient overvoltage exposure, but the final protection arrangement should be coordinated with VFD requirements and project conditions.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Should elevator communication lines use surge protection?<\/h3>\r\n<p>\r\nCommunication protection may be required depending on the interface type, cable length, installation environment and system design.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>What information should elevator OEM buyers provide?<\/h3>\r\n<p>\r\nOEM buyers should provide electrical parameters, installation conditions, interface requirements and documentation requirements before final model confirmation.\r\n<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"references\"><\/span>References<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>[1] IEC 61643 Series, Low-voltage surge protective devices.<\/li>\r\n<li>[2] IEC 60364-5-534, Low-voltage electrical installations \u2014 Protection against overvoltages.<\/li>\r\n<li>[3] IEEE Std C62.41 Series, Recommended Practice on Characterization of Surges in Low-Voltage AC Power Circuits.<\/li>\r\n<li>[4] IEC 60204-1, Safety of machinery \u2014 Electrical equipment of machines.<\/li>\r\n<li>[5] Official SPD manufacturer installation instructions and technical datasheets for application verification.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<script>\r\ndocument.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\",function(){\r\nvar btns=document.querySelectorAll(\".leeyee-site-popup-btn\");\r\nbtns.forEach(function(button){\r\nbutton.addEventListener(\"click\",function(){\r\nvar trigger=document.querySelector(\".w-popup.ush_popup_1 .w-popup-trigger\");\r\nif(trigger){\r\ntrigger.click();\r\n}else{\r\nwindow.open(\"https:\/\/www.cnspd.com\/contact\/\",\"_blank\",\"noopener\");\r\n}\r\n});\r\n});\r\n});\r\n<\/script>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Modern elevator systems rely on electronic control panels, variable frequency drives (VFDs), communication interfaces and long cable routes between machine rooms, shafts and field devices. 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