DEMS offers 3-point seat belts in a variety of styles and colors. There are over 20 colors and multiple buckle options.
Our factory has 15 expert designers and can make 2D or 3D drawings based on your demands or even just an idea. You also can customize your seat belt with different specifications and colors. Installation is very easy, and our knowledgeable support team is ready to assist whenever needed.
Our three-point seat belts have obtained lots of certifications with their superior quality, such as CCC, EMARK, DOT, etc. You are sure to find a seat belt that will satisfy you.
3 Point Seat Belt
Select the Webbing for Your 3 Point Seat Belt
Our colorful 3 point seat belts will definitely appeal to you. There are about 20 colors (black, beige, grey, blue, red, etc.) of webbing to match your vehicle interior. The width of the webbing is about 47mm, the lengths are from about 48” to 65”, and all these measures can be customized as per your requirements. There’s always a seat belt to match your vehicle’s aesthetics.
Materials You Can Choose for Your 3 Point Seat Belt
DEMS always chooses premium quality materials that meet the standards like ECE R16, DOT, ISO 9001:2015, and TS16949. The material of your 3-point seat belt retractor is made of high-strength polyester and plastic (ABS, PP, and so on). The buckles can be polyester webbing, metal boards, steel wire rope, etc. You can customize a seat belt suitable for your car.
Applications of the 3 Point Seat Belt
3-point seat belts are standard in cars, SUVs, sightseeing cars, buses, karts, and trucks for LV (driver), RV (co-driver), LA, and RA (rear seat, outer rear seats). It is combined with other safety gear (e.g., racing harnesses) to protect drivers in high-speed crashes. Widely recognized as a life-saving technology, the 3-point seat belt remains indispensable across industries.
A three-point belt is a safety harness, recognizable by its “Y” shape. It has 3 mounting points: the right lap, left lap, and one at the shoulder.
For the 3-point seat belt, under normal conditions, the belt moves freely, allowing easy adjustment. When sudden force is applied, a built-in clutch instantly locks the spool to restrain the passenger.
Yes, you can customize the length of the seat belt, and in most cases these belts have additional webbing for more room for larger people.
3 Point Seat Belt
What is a 3 Point Seat Belt?
The three-point seat belt is the most crucial safety device in modern cars. It connects the shoulder strap and the waist strap on one side of your body to form a “Y” shape for fixation.
Our three-point seat belt can effectively distribute the impact force during a collision to the shoulders, chest and hips of the passenger, which prevents them from being thrown out or colliding violently with the interior structure of the vehicle.
The Features of DEMS 3 Point Seat Belt
Three-Point Structure
The most important feature of the three-point seat belt is that it combines the shoulder strap and the waist strap into one, which forms three force-fixing points on one side of the passenger’s body, namely on both sides of the waist and the shoulders.
Its unique “Y” shape design can protect both your upper body and pelvis at the same time.
Precise Protection Mechanism
At the moment of impact, the built-in clutch inside it will quickly lock the seat belt reel, firmly securing the passenger to the seat. Then, the limiting force device will controllably release a certain amount of tension, which allows the passenger’s torso to move forward moderately under the safety restraint to cushion the impact and reduce the compression of the seat belt on the chest, thereby minimizing the injury.
Essentiality
The three-point seat belt is a crucial and indispensable component of all automotive safety systems. Only it can ensure that passengers are in the correct position during a collision, thereby enabling other safety devices such as airbags to function as intended.
No matter how advanced vehicle technology becomes, wearing the three-point seat belt correctly remains an indispensable and crucial life-saving line.
The Advantages of the 3 Point Seat Belt
Significantly Reduce the Risk of Casualties
Using three-point seat belts can reduce the risk of death and serious injury in collision accidents by approximately 40% to 50% on average. By fixing the passenger’s shoulders, chest, and hip bones to the seat, it can effectively prevent fatal secondary collisions and being thrown out of the seat.
In Conjunction with Other Safety Systems
The three-point seat belt can work in coordination with auxiliary safety devices such as airbags to protect your safety.
Only when the seat belt restrains the passenger’s body in the correct position can the airbag play a buffering and protective role. Otherwise, the airbag itself may cause serious harm to the passenger who is moving uncontrollably.
Wide Applicability
The combination of the shoulder strap and the waist strap of the three-point seat belt can scientifically distribute the huge impact force to multiple parts of the human body that can withstand it, while it can also achieve protection through the pre-tensioning and limiting force mechanisms.
This design is applicable to the majority of adult passengers of various body types and can effectively protect against collision risks such as frontal, side, and rollover types.
Simple Operation and Cost-Effective
The three-point seat belt requires almost no active operation or maintenance. You only need to perform the pulling action to provide full protection throughout the journey.
Compared with the life losses and medical costs that could have been avoided for individuals and society, its manufacturing cost is almost negligible.
The Main Application of the 3 Point Seat Belt
Passenger Vehicles
The three-point seat belt is a standard feature for all passenger vehicles, including cars and SUVs. It is installed in the driver’s seat, the passenger seat, and all the seats in the rear row. This is not only a legal requirement but also provides the most basic and effective life protection for your family’s travel and daily commutes.
Truck
The front part of the cab and the passenger seat of the truck have adopted three-point seat belts as mandatory safety equipment to protect the driver and the passengers.
It can reduce fatigue injuries in complex road conditions and during long-distance transportation, and prevent the driver from being injured in a collision.
Specialized Vehicles
Three-point seat belts are also widely used in vehicles such as go-karts and off-road vehicles. Even at low speeds or within enclosed tracks, they effectively restrain occupants during sharp turns, rough terrain, or unexpected collisions.
FAQ
How to Wear the 3 Point Seat Belt Correctly?
You must pass the shoulder strap through the center of your shoulders, and the waist strap should be close to your hips.
Common mistakes include the waist strap being too high, the shoulder strap being behind the shoulders, and the seat being overly reclined, which can cause the seat belt to become slack and thus seriously affect its protective effect.
Why are 3 Point Seat Belts the Prerequisite for the Functioning of Airbags?
Seat belts can secure passengers in the optimal position, preventing excessive forward tilting of the body during a collision.
If seat belts are not worn, the deployment speed of airbags could cause secondary injuries to passengers, and even exacerbate the injuries.
Do 3 Point Seat Belts Require Regular Maintenance?
Generally, no special maintenance is needed. However, if the seat belt webbing shows signs of wear or tear, the locking mechanism or the retractor becomes stuck or abnormally loose, or if the vehicle has experienced a severe collision, it is recommended that you have them checked and replaced.
Can Children Use Adult 3 Point Seat Belts?
No, they cannot use them directly. Children need to be equipped with safety seats or booster cushions based on their height and weight until their height exceeds 140cm (approximately 8-12 years old) and the seat belt can fit the body correctly, then they can use the adult seat belt.
DEMS — Your Reliable Seat Belt Supplier
DEMS always uses high-quality materials to manufacture three-point seat belts and also offers customized services. It ensures that your safety protection needs are met while achieving a perfect match with your car.
As a professional seat belt supplier, DEMS can provide you with various types of seat belts. If you want to purchase three-point seat belts, please feel free to contact us at any time to get the quotation!