Cartridges, Vinyl, Stylus, Turntable


Generally speaking, will a cheap, non-expensive cartridge (Sumiko Pearl, $120) damage an audiophile record? I’m concerned about wear and damage to a record. In this case, I’m not concerned about sound quality. 
I ask this question because I have a high end system with a very expensive cartridge. Lots of pristine, audiophile LPs. 
 I plan to set up a less expensive system in another room which will get lots more activity. I do not want to buy an expensive cart. 
 Would playing precious records using an inexpensive cartridge damage a record?

Assuming the stylus is in good condition. 

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Thanks for the answer to the question, "Why on earth" It sounded like a system dedicated to casual listening by the household. I always listen to digital when casual listening is involved mostly because it doesn't interrupt my work, etc. But every family has their own lifestyle and so be it. For those who believed I was against a second system I'll remind you that I have 3 systems. More if you count boom boxes and computer systems. So I am not against multiple systems