Generally, standard trays require supports every 6 to 10 feet, while heavy-duty, long-span trays can handle distances of up to 20 feet between supports. To determine the proper spacing, consult the manufacturer's load capacity chart, which accounts for the total weight of the. The distance between trays affects not only the ease of maintenance but also cable protection, heat dissipation, and system stability. The spacing between trays, whether horizontal or vertical. The standard NEMA lengths for cable tray are 12, 20, 24 and 30-feet, although some manufacturers like Eaton offer cable tray in lengths up to 40 feet. Selecting a cable tray length is based on several criteria, including: The required load that the cable tray must support. All illustrations, descriptions and technical information included in this document are provided as indications and can cable trays are equivalent. During forklift offloading on uneven ground, one must exercise extreme caution to prevent load shifting.
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