Distance of electrical supports within cable trays
The NEC requires that cable trays must be supported by members at an interval specified by the cable tray manufacturer, but not more than 5 feet for horizontal runs to support the weight of the cables and other loads. 8 (Other Mechanical Stresses (AJ)) in that document provides requirements for cable support. In this blog, we'll focus on support spacing for perforated, ladder and wire mesh cable trays and reference the National Electrical Code (NEC). The distance between trays affects not only the ease of maintenance but also cable protection, heat dissipation, and system stability. Cable tray (or cable ladder) systems are a popular alternative to electrical conduit systems, as they have an outstanding record for dependable service, design flexibility and cost savings in commercial and industrial applications.
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