Cable tray is a hanging structure which is fabricated in different metals to fix all types of cables wiring/control cables in industry. It is the mechanical solution for hanging & laying the cables and provides protection against all environmental effects and technical contingencies.
Classification, Design and accessories of Cable Tray:
Cable tray can be fabricated and design according to industrial usage and plant specifications.
it could be in following types;
Ladder Cable tray:
A stair type ladder tray consists of Rungs which is joint by two sheet walls. It has relevantly less weight.
Perforated Cable tray:
Design, bend and fabricated a one piece of material and perforated by punches. It has high weight as compared to Ladder cable Tray.
Other types of cable tray are duct and cable tray Mesh type.
Cable tray is fabricated by difference types of material like, SS Steel, Aluminum, MS Steel and HR Steel. The choice and selection of material solely depend on characteristics of environment and atmosphere of installed area.
Cable tray is coated by Hot Dip Galvanized or powder coated procedure to protect against rust and other environment effect. Cable tray as a set consists of different accessories like Joint plates, Nut Bolts, Bends, Tee, Risers, Vertical and horizontal bends, Cable tray supports, Rods and brackets. These accessories are helpful in complete installation of cable tray.