Tripod Turnstile: Simple in Appearance, but a Magical Passage Tool with Hidden "Mechanisms"?

You've undoubtedly seen this device at scenic spot ticket gates, stadium ticket gates, factory gates, and even school entrances: three metal rollers arranged in a triangle, rotating at a constant speed like both a steady guard and a precise timer. This is a Tripod Turnstile—its simple and unadorned exterior might even make you think it's just a rotating barrier, but peel back the cover and the hidden mechanism will amaze you.

1. The "Security Code" in the Mechanical Structure

The three metal rollers of the tripod turnstile, each approximately 5cm in diameter, may appear unremarkable, but they are actually meticulously designed. They are fixed to the rotating shaft at a 120-degree angle, with the weight of each roller within a tolerance of no more than 50 grams, ensuring uniform force during rotation. This structure is the first "mechanism”. When unauthorized, the rollers are securely locked in place by an internal locking mechanism, making it difficult for an adult to move them even with full force. When authorized, a gear train drives the rollers, and the speed is strictly controlled, ensuring smooth passage for pedestrians while preventing collisions caused by excessive speed. ZOJE's heavy-duty tripod turnstile ZOJE-S906 offers the highest level of safety and stability.

2. The "Intelligent Brain" of the Electronic System

If the mechanical structure is the body of the tripod turnstile, then the electronic control system is its "nerve center" and also the second “mechanism” of the tripod turnstile. Within this seemingly simple chassis, core components such as the CPU, card reader, and infrared sensor are integrated, forming a complete "recognition-judgment-execution" logic chain. When you tap your ID card or IC card, the card reader completes the information comparison within 0.3 seconds. If the authorization matches, the CPU immediately sends an unlock command to the motor. If someone is detected following or attempting to climb over, the system immediately triggers an audible and visual alarm and automatically locks the roller shaft.

3. "Transformation Magic" for Scene Adaptation

The third "mechanism" of the tripod turnstile allows it to adapt to different usage scenarios. In humid environments, its circuit interfaces are waterproofed to withstand rainwater intrusion. At dusty construction sites, dust-proof cotton is installed in the chassis gaps to ensure unimpeded motor heat dissipation. At outdoor scenic spots, ZOJE's tripod turnstile gate can also be integrated with ticketing systems to achieve "one-time ticket purchase, multiple entries and exits." After entering the scenic spot by swiping their ID card, visitors can use their ID card or facial recognition to pass through the ticket gate repeatedly within 24 hours, preventing ticket scalping and enhancing the visitor experience.

4. Underestimated "Safety and Cost-Effectiveness"

Many people may think that tripod turnstiles lack technical expertise, but the data reveals the truth: a standard tripod turnstile has a service life of up to 10 years, maintaining stable operation even with an average daily traffic volume of 3,000 people. The maintenance cost per turn is also significantly lower than other gates. For high-traffic venues with limited budgets, tripod turnstiles offer the ultimate in cost-effectiveness.