Corrections were incorporated into this standard on 282016. Cable trays simplify the wiring system design process and reduces the number of details. These corrections are viewable below under complimentary documents. This manual provides installation information for power and control cables for industrial. Cable management is critical to the safety and longevity of ground mount solar pv arrays. All cable tray needs to be electrically continuous per nec 250. Cable tray systems h46a, h47a and 57a midspan splice standard for h46a, h47a and 57a straight sections. Nema does not undertake to guarantee the performance of any individual manufacturer or sellers products or services by virtue of this standard or guide. Kable kontrol cable management trays cable basket tray. It provides the needed flexibility in circuit layouts in.
When two cable tray runs cross at different elevations, lacing a cable between the rungs of one tray and dropping into the other is a common practice which changes the direction of the cable while providing adequate cable 20 cooper bline, inc cable tray manual. Individual rungs will support without collapse a 200 lb. Nema ve2 was developed by the nema cable tray section, of which mp husky is a charter member. Nema ve2 addresses cable tray installation and provides information on maintenance and system modification. Cablofil wiremesh cable tray concept based upon performance, safety and economy.
For a printable pdf copy of this guide, click here. Wf2750 users guide welcome to the wf2750 users guide. Tray system number bottom type length 12 120 20 24 25 30 40. Cablofil adapts to the most complex configurations, and its structure gives maximum strength for minimum weight. Guide for design of electrical cable tray systems ieee xplore. Eaton s bline series support systems, enclosures, furniture and services have a vast offering of resources to help learn more about our products and services. Wire mesh cable tray fittings are fieldfabricated from straight tray sections, in accordance with manufacturers instructions and item 2. Cable tray wiring systems are well suited for computer aided design drawings. Edvard csanyi these methods are recommended for all types of power and control cables. This specification is a guide for the application, design, and installation of cable trays ct. One of the most popular applications for speed link is to support cable management systems such as wire basket tray, cable tray and cable ladder.
Cable management systems for the petrochemical industry. Using the control panel product parts locations using eco mode and other power saving settings. Installation guide unitray cable tray systems, support. Most tray classes are available in a nominal 312, 4, 5, 6 and 7 inches 8 inch height also available as a special see appendix. Neca manual of labor units 20172018 edition index 25 kv two conductor potheads 124 250 volt duct heaters 73. Complete cable tray manual for electrical engineers and. They have a 300 volt insulation rating and are available in sizes 22 awg to 12 awg. The final drawings for a cable tray wiring system may be completed and sent out for bid or construction more quickly than for a conduit wiring system. This manual is intended for use by the design engineer and the installer in the field and is not a text on power. Most projects are roughly defined at the start of design of cable tray. Bline ct02man cables and connectors pdf manual download. Cable installation manual for power and control cables photo credit. As new technologies develop or new needs arise, count on full adaptablity from a cable tray system because cables can enter or exit at any point. Place the jaws around the wire you are wanting to remove.
The ease of creating fittings, carried out on site, as well as. This standard specifies the requirements for nonmetallic cable trays and. Best practice guide to cable ladder and cable tray systems. Cable ties or other spacing devices may be used to. Cable tray installation cable tray, cable bus, wire mesh. Bline has recognized the need for a complete cable tray re f e rence source for electrical engineers and designers. Product catalogs, brochures, instruction sheets and more. Branch pivot connectors branch from existing cable tray runs at any. The information has been organized for use as a reference guide for both those unfamiliar and those experienced with cable tray.
When cutting bottom wires, turn tray upside down and cut wires from underside. The following pages address the 2005 national electric code. Cable tray selection process cable trays manufacturers. Cable tray systems open design eliminates moisture buildup and reduces damage to cable insulation during installation. Paper iod76106, approved by the petroleumand chemical in dustry. Because cable tray systems are easy to inspect, maintenance requires less time.
Our live chat assistants are standing by to answer your questions. 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. Welcome to the ninth edition of general cables cable installation manual for power and control cables. Cutting and removal of cable tray sections still allow continuity per 250. This page is designed for quick access to our most commonly requested resources. Best practice guide to cable ladder and cable tray.
Use of cable tray as an egc is rare since ul requires. Tray manual in our continuing attempt to supply our customers with as much information as possible about our equipment, here is our 2nd installment of our machine service manual. Since then, demand for wire cable tray has expanded rapidly and in 2001, cablofil demonstrated its commitment to the north american electrical market by establishing a 78,000 sq. Installations cti mission statement the cable tray institute cti was founded in 1991 to support the cable tray industry by engaging in research, development, education, and the dissemination of information designed to promote, enhance, and increase the visibility of the industry. Type itc instrumentation tray cable nec article 727 these types of cables are instrumentation cables and are available in shielded or unshielded constructions consisting of multiple single conductors, unshielded or shielded twisted pairs, with or without a metal armor.
Abb has developed a simple eightstep process to guide you in the process. Cable tray width will be 3, 6, 8, 10, 12, 20, or 24 inches. Cabs high quality solar cable management system delivers safe, strong and durable cable support with important advantages over trenching or cable tray. For cable tray installersthis publication is intended as a practical guide for the proper installation of cable tray systems. Full cable tray and cable management nema catalog eaton. Cable trays, trays installation, installation guide, cable, trays, trays. Addresses shipping, handling, storing and installing cable tray systems. View and download cooper bline ct02man user manual online. Again rest the side of the wire shears against the side of the vertical wire you are going to leave. Cable tray wiring systems offer significant advantages over conduit pipe and other wiring systems. Sheaves, or a shoe, may be used to guide the cable into the tray. Information on maintenance and system modification is also provided. The bline cable tray manual the following manual address the 2005 national electric code requirements for cable tray systems as well as design solutions from practical experience. Ul classified for their suitability for use as equipment grounding conductor in accordance with sections 392.
The bline cable tray manual was produced by blines technical staff. Complete cable tray manual for electrical engineers and designers. They are reliable, adaptable, lowmaintenance, lowcost and safe choices. My company just installed a major lab project which required over 4,000 feet of prewired aluminum surface raceway. For more information refer to the cable tray manual pages man1 thru man53 or call us at 1800851. This guide does not apply to conduit systems, cable trunking systems and cable ducting systems or any currentcarrying parts. If the load rating of the tray permits, cable can be piled deeper in the tray. Standard cablofil splices provide continuity per 250. It covers 600 volts through 46 kv insulated copper conductors, however, the cable installation manual is not. Figure f3 cable feed into cable tray d cable sheaves or a shoe may be used to guide cable into the desired direction, maintain minimum bend radius, and reduce friction. Cable tray manual based on the 2014 national electrical code cable tray manual 2014 cable tray manual bline series cable tray systems man1 eaton mark shown is the property of its respective owner. Cable tray wiring systems offer significant advantages over conduit pipe and other. Cable tray is less expensive, more reliable, more adaptable to changing needs and. Six bolt design 12 stainless steel type 316 hardware standard.
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