Reference boundary

Cable tray series reference only. It does not select tray, supports, loading, grounding, bonding, or installation method.

Reference table

Decode common cable tray series labels by tray style and load/span catalogue context.

Reference basis summarizes common cable tray series and style labels from manufacturer catalogue literature.
Series labelTray styleCatalogue contextBoundary
Ladder trayladderindustrial feeder and power cable support referenceseries label reference only; manufacturer tray loading and support data governs actual use
Ventilated troughventilated bottommixed power and control cable support referenceseries label reference only; manufacturer tray loading and support data governs actual use
Solid bottom traysolid bottomsmall cable and shielding-sensitive routing referenceseries label reference only; manufacturer tray loading and support data governs actual use
Channel traysingle-channelshort branch or instrumentation routing referenceseries label reference only; manufacturer tray loading and support data governs actual use
Use notes
  • Use this table for preliminary reference and arithmetic checks only.
  • Confirm equipment ratings, product markings, installation conditions, utility requirements, and the local authority requirements before design or field use.