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🛗 Emergency Lift Phone Hardware Explained (Gen 2 vs Gen 3)

Last updated on Feb 06, 2026

Overview

Pickle supports multiple Emergency Lift Phone hardware generations to suit different building and signal environments.


Gen 2 Lift Phone Hardware

  • Single FXS port

  • Designed for one emergency phone

  • Internal antenna only

  • Suitable for strong signal environments

Best for: Simple installations with reliable signal coverage.


Gen 3 Lift Phone Hardware

  • Two FXS ports (supports two emergency phones)

  • External SMA antenna connection

  • Antenna extension up to ~10 metres

  • Improved signal flexibility

Best for: Basements, plant rooms, or challenging signal locations.


Choosing the right option

Selection depends on:

  • Number of lifts

  • Signal conditions

  • Building layout

  • Compliance requirements

Pickle can assist in recommending suitable hardware.


Meta title: Lift Phone Hardware Explained | Pickle
Meta description: Compare Gen 2 and Gen 3 Emergency Lift Phone hardware used by Pickle.
Tags: lift phone hardware, Gen 2, Gen 3, emergency phones