Learn more about the newest addition to the cablofil cable tray products. Best practice guide to cable ladder and cable tray systems. A full line of accessories, covers, and radius fittings are available including snapin splice plates, which eliminate the need to hold the splice in place while bolting. Fasteners 6a2 86 cd universal splice reducing height splice 2 2 these splice plates are designed to connect cable tray side rails with different heights. Trough tray field support and frequency depends on the weight and construction splice locations, elbow fittings, etc. Originally established 50 years ago as a family run engineering company, the unitrunk group developed a specialised division manufacturing cable management systems in 1984. Cable tray systems ezystrut cable ladder, tray, strut. For hot dip galvanized trays screw set w38p must be used. Individual rungs will support without collapse a 200 lb. Copeladder 36 cope ladder nema class, physical and structural properties section moment min. Rail heights range from 4 to 10 and width sizes are available up to 36. Installed cost savings of over 50% on project after project drove the market for metal cable trays to over 80 million dollars.
Perforated installation tray for indoor applications in dry environments. How to determine the correct cable tray type first, look up the desired support span and load designation in the nema load class table to determine the correct class of tray. For cable tray installersthis publication is intended as a practical guide for the proper installation of cable tray systems. Cable tray must be supported on spans shorter than or equal to the length of the cable tray being installed. For more information refer to the latest nema standards and local building codes. Use jbolt to attach cable runway to wall angle support or wall support bracket. Aluminum ladder style cable tray powertray aluminum is a versatile ladder style cable tray system available in a broad range of nema and csa load classes. Beama best practice guide to cable ladder and cable tray systems including channel support systems and other associated supports disclaimer this publication is subject to the of beama ltd. Cable trays are made of either steel, aluminium or fibber reinforced plastic frp and are available in six basic types. Cable tray and tray cable are also less susceptible to fire loss than conduit. Difference between cable tray, cable ladder and cable. It offers helpful video tutorials for our products, such as choosing the right material, the different types of, and working with cable tray, mesh and ladder, general strut use, and managing pipework with relevant support components. It is the predominate cable tray type due to its many desirable features.
Best practice guide to cable ladder and cable tray. Cable tray systems design shall comply with nec article 392, nema ve 1, and nema fg 1 and follow safe work practices as described in nfpa 70e. Values are based on simple beam tests per nema ve 1 on 36 wide cable tray with rungs spaced on 12 centers. Branch pivot connectors branch from existing cable tray runs at any.
Section 1 cable ladder system speedway download section 37. Pdf cable tray systems and cable ladder systems for cable. It also helps in costeffective working of complex wires by providing fewer maintenance charges, effective ventilation channels, and easy repair or replacement amid any fault condition. Eaton s submittal builder tool for bline series cable ladder and tray allows you to easily filter, select and download straight section, fitting and accessory submittals. Single rail cable tray 1 ladder cable tray generally used in applications with intermediate to long support spans 12 to 30 feet. Aluminum ladder style cable tray power tray aluminum is a versatile ladder style cable tray system available in a broad range of nema and csa load classes. Ladder tray chalfant manufacturing company free bim.
Cable trays quickly proved their worth as a safe, dependable and costeffective solution to routing and supporting cables. Cable trays will support without collapse a 200 lb. The 653 series nema ve 1 aluminum cable trays come in 10 and 12 foot lengths and can carry more cables at longer support spans than other forms of tray. An external fire usually results in damage to only a few feet of a cable tray system, while wire insulation inside a conduit suffers significant damage and thermoplastic insulation may actually fuse to the conduit. Cable tray straight sections aluminum or steel materialsfinishes following is a list of various materials of construction andor finishes that can be applied to straight sections, fittings and some accessories. Cable ladders, cable trays and their supports should be strong enough to meet the load requirements of the cable management system including cables and any.
Chalfant ladder style cable tray is available in a variety of options to satisfy your needs. Cable ladder tray fittings cable tray accessories cable tray support system firestop system locations 4 20 54 78 82 90 98 102. Combining local manufacture and distribution with an extensive product range, this facility ensures we can effectively support customer demand. When used for vertical 90 angling from cable ladder the vertical riser is attached to the cable ladder. Sfsps basket tray systems make connections fast and. Unitrunk continued to grow and in 2000 the group added a strong international dynamic and breadth of cable management services with the strategic acquisition of vantrunk in runcorn. Submittals and specification sheets in pdf format proprietary file format outputs are native to the chosen software nearly a hundred download options. Cable tray market size, share global industry report, 2026. To be used when leading cables down from a cable ladder to machine. Cable tray is not a wireway and is viewed as a support for cables. Cable ladder trays cable ladder tray runs cable ladder tray fittings cable tray accessories cable tray support system firestop system locations 4 20 54 78 82 90 98 102. Cable tray systems and cable ladder systems for cable management no copying without bsi permission except as permitted by copyright law. Ladder cable tray is used for about 75 percent of the cable tray wiring system installations.
Finishes include steel, 304l and 316l stainless steel to meet the needs of any application. The bline perforated and solid bottom cable tray portion of this catalog is divided into two sections. Cable tray systems h46a, h47a and 57a midspan splice standard for h46a, h47a and 57a straight sections. While the information herein has been compiled in good faith, no warranty is given or should be implied for its use and beama hereby. Cable tray wiring systems are the preferred wiring system when they are evaluated against equivalent conduit wiring systems in terms of safety, dependability, space and cost. Aluminum cable trays, cable tray ladder rack, cable runway. Fasteners 4a1 2 cd cadmiumplated steel fasteners are standard for all splice plate connectors on aluminum and steel cable tray systems. Choose from an extensive selection of metallic ladder tray with a variety of rung and bottom styles to choose from. The struct ure comes in a variety of widths and heights, with fittings available to suite a variety of environments. Cable tray cable ladder cable trunking hai nam switchboard. Us tray aluminum cable tray systems click to download a pdf version of our catalog june 2017 version get a detailed look at our aluminum cable trays, tray covers and wire management accessories, including straight sections, horizontal elbows, tees and crosses, connectors, dividers, clamps and brackets. To properly evaluate a cable tray wiring system vs. Cable tray ladder support system provides secure, straight run rack support and protection for coaxial. Download a full copy of the current vantrunk catalogue in pdf format.
Ansitiaeia 569a commercial building standard for telecommunication pathways and spaces quang dung technology distribution company page 3 of 58 access floor all firestop assemblies shall retain their integrity if penetrated by cables wires etc. Due to the ease in field altering todays ladder tray product, there is a tendency to leave the routing up to the electricians on site. Next, go to the cable tray selection chart, locate the proper class in the left hand column, and then read across the. Installation guide unitray cable tray systems, support. Cable support solutions cable ladder, tray, and supports. Six bolt design 12 stainless steel type 316 hardware standard. The different types of tray designs are described below. Straight sections of ladder type cable trays consist of two longitudinal side rails, connected by individual transverse members, or rungs, which are welded to. A ladder cable tray without covers permits the maximum free flow of air across the cables. Its design allows for continuous airflow, and prevents heating up of cables. Components are easy to attach with our quick connection system.
Ladder cable tray a device resembling a section of ladder used to support communications and power cables. Ansitiaeia 569a commercial building standard for telecommunication pathways and spaces. Download now for a product quick selection guide and overview of the offering. On a project of considerable scope there are large quantities of strut, threaded rod, clips, connectors, ladder tray, fittings as well as hardware, all intended for specific functions and locations. Every second rung is reversed to allow for easy top or bottom mounting of cable ties and clamps.
Ladder a prefabricated metal structure consisting of two side rails connected by individual transverse members or rungs. Currently available at a 3 and 5inch loading depth in 6, 12, 18 and 24inch widths. This type of cable tray provides maximum ventilation to heat producing cable such as power cables. Find product information quickly and easily with the 2016 17 cablofil. Cablofil cable trays offer leading cable ladder trays for innovative cable management.
The cpi cable runway wall to rack kit is a one part number solution to the problem of providing support for cable between the rack and the wall. Cabling standard ansitiaeia 569 a commercial building. Ul classified for their suitability for use as equipment grounding conductor in accordance with sections 392. Wire mesh cable tray fill ratio fill ratio cross section of cable cross section of tray according to nec 392. Fabrication parts takes just as long as the way we place the trays, but having our basket tray as a system family to work similar to how revits ladder tray works would speed up production tenfold when it comes to the trays. Cable tray is a part of cable management systems and is used as a support system to handle bulk wires to improve aesthetics and safety in establishments. Cable tray and cable management nema catalog eaton. Cable tray ladder tray general installation guidelines. Aluminum cable trays are light weight for easier installation while offering a high loading capacity to manage large cable runs. Cope ladder copeladder cable tray systems 35 load and deflection data for aluminum ladder working allowable load capacity, evenly distributedtested per nema standard ve1.
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