Why Carbon Fiber Electric Wheelchairs Are Best-Sellers Worldwide

Carbon fiber models in the electric wheelchair market have emerged to be top sellers in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. So why is this lightweight material so popular? While steel is strong and aluminum is economical, carbon fiber is the one that provides an unmatched combination of portability, durability and comfort. In Ningbo Baichen Medical Devices Co., Ltd., we produce carbon fiber power wheelchairs, as well as aluminum, steel and magnesium wheelchairs. The following are four reasons why electric wheelchairs made of carbon fiber are increasingly becoming popular amongst customers all over the world.

Ultra-Lightweight for Effortless Travel

The weight is most apparent benefit of carbon fiber. Ningbo Baichen carbon fiber-powered power wheelchair is up to 60% lighter than a prototype steel model, which usually weighs less than 18 kg with batteries. This ultra-light frame actually makes it possible for a senior or a single caregiver to lift the chair into a car trunk, carry it up a flight of stairs, or maneuver it through crowded airport. For frequent travelers, this weight savings is not luxury, it is a necessity. Airlines have strict baggage weight limits; a carbon fiber chair stays within those limits while a steel chair incurs fees. This portability is why carbon fiber is the top choice for active users who refuse to stay home.

Natural Vibration Damping for Superior Comfort

The vibrations are passed on to the user by steel and aluminum transfer roads, leading to fatigue during long distances. Carbon fiber is naturally a vibration damping material. The material receives and holds energy of bumps, cracks, and uneven pavement before it travels to the seat. There is a substantial reduction in shoulder, back and neck pains with a full day of use. This difference in comfort is essential to seniors with arthritis or joint pains. Carbon fiber power wheelchair transforms the rough ride to a smooth glide, and thus daily travel becomes less tiresome and enjoyable. Key selling point in reviews and word of mouth recommendations is this comfort advantage.

Corrosion-Resistant for All Climates

Steel rusts. In salty waters, aluminum cans can corrode. Magnesium is very susceptible to corrosion. Carbon fiber is a nonreactive substance and will not rust, corrode or degrade due to humidity, road salts or coastal air. This renders carbon fiber-powered wheelchair the perfect choice among those in Florida, Southeast Asia, the UK, or the areas with a high level of humidity or winter road salts. The frame does not need anti rust coating or special wash after being exposed to wet conditions. For customers who are close to the sea or commute extensively in wet conditions, carbon fiber will provide them with confidence that their frame will not corrode in the background, leading to weakening.

Premium Aesthetics and Resale Value

Carbon fiber is woven with a unique look which conveys quality and technology. Sleek appearance of carbon fiber is an added value to users who perceive their wheelchair as an extension of their personal style- or who have to make a professional impression in the workplace. Furthermore, power wheelchairs made of carbon fiber have a higher retention value than the steel and aluminum ones. After several years, a well maintained carbon fiber chair can be resold at 50-60% of the original price whereas steel chairs will fetch scrap value. Carbon fiber is a more intelligent investment to buyers who take into account long-term value over simply the initial price.

Summary

The carbon fiber electric wheelchairs are the best selling in the global market due to their ultra light weight portability, natural vibration damping to ensure high comfort level, corrosion resistance to all weather conditions and high quality aesthetics with a high resale value. At Ningbo Baichen Medical Devices Co. Ltd. we produce carbon fiber powered wheelchairs and aluminum, steel, and magnesium powered wheelchairs in 20,000 m2 facility. We have 60 frame processing machines, and 4 assembly lines that provide us with carbon fiber mobility of a world class. Call us now and become one of the thousands of users that have switched to carbon fiber as their first choice.