Which is better, beam wipers or conventional wipers?
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Beam wipers and conventional wipers differ in the following ways: Conventional wipers: They rely on multiple pressure points to ensure close contact between the wiper blade and the windshield. Since this requires significant pressure from the wiper arm, it can lead to fatigue in the wiper motor. The advantage is their sturdy outer shell, while the drawback is poor flexibility during operation. Beam wipers: The first advantage is their lightweight design. The second is the use of a flexible steel strip that tightly conforms to the edge of the wiper blade, allowing it to press against the windshield with minimal force. During operation, they don't require much pressure to clean the windshield effectively. Therefore, in terms of cleaning performance, thoroughness, and applied pressure, beam wipers are significantly better than conventional wipers.
I drive for ride-hailing services, spending over ten hours on the road every day, so my wipers get a lot of use. I mainly use beamless wipers because they clean well and are quiet. I used to use traditional bracket wipers, and the rattling noise at high speeds was unbearable—switching to beamless wipers made a huge difference. Especially in winter with light snow, the full rubber blade of beamless wipers clings tightly to the windshield, clearing snow more efficiently. They cost about 20-30 RMB more, but I think it's worth it—safety comes first. A little tip: when buying new wipers, wipe the windshield and rubber blades with a wet tissue—it can extend their lifespan by half a year.
