To help the wiring and wires in buildings, apartment buildings, factories, factories, etc. To be protected and work better, many people have chosen to install a cable ladder system. So what is a cable ladder? Please join us to find out information related to the product in the article below.
1. What is a cable ladder?
In the cable tray ladder system, there is a part called the cable ladder. It is used for wires with good insulating sheath such as XLPE and is often used for wiring and arrangement. Cable ladders are mainly used in places with good environmental conditions such as high-rise buildings, apartment basements, server rooms, or machine rooms.
The cable ladder includes the following parts:
- T-shaped cable ladder (T-cut): This cable ladder is used to divide the conductor system into three directions that can be equal or have different lengths.
- X-shaped cable ladder (X-cut): This type is often used to divide the conductor system into four directions with equal or different lengths.
- Straight cable ladder: To facilitate production, installation, and transportation, a straight cable ladder is usually manufactured 2.5mm - 3mm. Each distance of 300mm will be punched to tighten the wire.
- Inside: This is the accessory used to guide the system from going straight to upward.
- Outside: This is an accessory to guide a system that is going straight down.
- Horizontal bend (L or 90° elbow): Used to guide the cable ladder system to turn left or right. The two sides of this accessory may not be equal.
- Connecting cable ladders: Helps to connect ladders on the same axis.
2. When and why use the cable ladder?
2.1 When to use a cable ladder?
Cable ladders used in several cases such as:
- Used in electrical cable systems in buildings, apartments, hospitals, factories, industrial parks, etc.
- Used to install and protect electrical equipment. type of wire, conductor specialized in the distribution of electricity and communication signals.
- Used to manage cable lines in commercial, industrial, etc.
2.2. Why use a cable ladder?
In the current wiring system, cable ladders are used very popularly thanks to the features and convenience that it brings. Some of the obvious benefits of using a cable ladder are:
- Cable ladders help connect electrical wires and conductors. This is the main role that helps to gather all types of conductors into one joint.
- Cable ladders are installed to preserve electrical wires during use from the attack of insects and rodents. In addition, there are also environmental factors. As a result, the life of the power cord is also greatly increased.
- Makes the convection and conduction process easier. You can connect, conduct electricity with many different shapes and designs from simple to complex in all different spaces.
- Make the repair process easier. If in the past, the power source was often installed in the wall, which would make it difficult to repair. Now, thanks to the cable ladder system, you will quickly find the problem and fix it.
It can be seen that the use of a cable ladder system will make the process of connecting and connecting the power source easier and will be protected safely. It helps the electrical system in buildings, apartment buildings, factories, factories, etc. To be better protected.
3. Types of Cable
Ladder Dimensions Cable ladders come in many different sizes. In which, some common sizes are:
- Height (H): 50mm, 75mm, 100mm, ...
- Width (W): 100mm, 200mm, …, 1000mm
- Length (L): standard length is 3m or depending on the customer's request
- Thickness: 0.8mm - 2.5mm4.
4. Types of materials for manufacturing cable ladders
4.1. Powder-coated cable ladder
Powder-coated cable is one of the commonly used products installed in offices, buildings, high-rise buildings, industrial parks, apartment buildings,... It supports the installation of electrical cabling. The reason powder-coated cable ladders are used so much is that it offers the benefits of convenience and flexibility when going through traditional, direct, or wall-mounted wiring.
Powder-coated cable ladders are usually made from stainless steel, black corrugated iron, or galvanized corrugated iron. After that, they will be coated with a large powder-coated gray or depending on the customer's requirements.
4.2. Hot dipped galvanized cable ladder
Hot-dip galvanized cable ladder is applied technology to coat the entire surface with a layer of hot zinc. As a result, the product will be optimally protected under the impact of environmental factors, peeling paint surface, metal corrosion, etc. For outdoor works, the environment is sensitive. high corrosion, near the sea, ... then galvanized cable ladder is a popular installation product. As a result, electrical cables in constructions, factories, factories, etc. are always safely preserved.
5. Standards for cable tray ladders
In the current power system, the cable tray ladder is an important device. It is widely used and also has strict regulations on design and installation.
In which, the standards of the cable tray ladder in the design need to be ensured in terms of technical requirements. As a result, construction costs and installation time will be saved. The design standards include the material, the thickness of the cable tray ladder, the spacing of the supports of the cable tray ladder, and the curvature radius of the cable tray ladder.
The installation of cable tray ladders is also specified in TCVN 9208:2012 of the Ministry of Science and Technology. These regulations are clearly and fully stated in Articles 6 and 7. These are detailed requirements during the installation process to ensure that they are carried out in the correct technique and sequence and achieve the best results.
6. Notes when installing & constructing cable tray ladder system
When installing and constructing a cable tray ladder system, to have safe and effective work, it is necessary to note the following:
- Source of input materials Input
Standards are the first important factor to have if you want to install the system well and follow the technical requirements. If the products are manufactured from quality materials, safety during construction will be ensured. Besides, the use process will also be guaranteed in terms of quality and avoid possible problems. So, before installing and constructing the system, it is necessary to carefully check the cable tray ladder.
- Determine the installation location of the cable ladder
Besides the product material, the installation location is also a very important factor. Because even though the product has a beautiful design and quality, if the installation is wrong, the use process is not guaranteed. Moreover, it is also wasteful and takes a lot of construction time.
- Installation in the correct sequence
During the construction of the cable tray ladder system, the installation in the correct sequence is very important and necessary. It will help customers get a quality system. Therefore, the construction stage needs to be focused to ensure safety and peace of mind when using.
Besides the above notes, it is necessary to pay attention to the standards of cable trays during installation and construction.
7. Cable ladder manufacturing process
The manufacturing process of cable ladders at Bestray will include the following steps:
Step 1: Calculation of the cable ladder dimensions
Before production, the dimensions must be calculated accurately to ensure compliance with the engineering requirements of the project. . As a result, the cable ladder when installed will have enough space to arrange and well manage the wires. Besides, it also ensures good operation and long-term use.
Step 2: Select materials for cable ladder
Cable tray ladder has many different types depending on the material and surface treatment depending on environmental conditions such as:
- Powder-coated black corrugated iron cable ladder
- Galvanized corrugated iron cable ladder hot dip
- Electroplated black corrugated iron cable ladder
- ….
Before production, it is also necessary to calculate other specifications in terms of thickness, length, and width.
Step 3: Cut the workpiece to the correct size
Workers will cut the workpiece according to the previously calculated technical drawings. After the sheet is cut, it needs to ensure accuracy, smoothness, no warping, no rust.
Step 4: Punching processing
The corrugated iron sheets will be put into the CNC machine to punch holes according to the design. Products need to ensure high aesthetics, accuracy to improve product quality. At the same time, it helps the installation process to be carried out correctly.
Step 5: Create the product shape
After punching, the workpiece will be transferred to the folding press according to the size and structure that have been designed before. At this stage, the cable ladder is welded to the previously shaped details to create a solid product.
Step 6: Check the product before painting it on the surface
The cable ladder will be checked in detail after the joints and welds are finished. In addition, it is necessary to check technical parameters such as thickness, length, width to ensure accuracy. Once the requirements are met, the surface treatment step will be moved.
Step 7: Surface treatment
- Raw products will be thoroughly cleaned according to standards. This is an important step to ensure the finished product has a durable and beautiful coating.
- After cleaning, the product will be covered with a layer of paint according to the customer's request.
Step 8: Check, pack and deliver to customers
After completing the above steps, the product will be checked for final quality. The final product needs to ensure that it fully meets the criteria according to the technical drawings, has a solid structure, is not warped, and has an even and smooth coating before being shipped. After that, the product will be carefully packed and handed over to the customer.
1. Company introduction
Bestray Joint Stock Company with more than 15 years of operation in the field of providing equipment and materials for cable tray ladders has become a reliable partner of many customers. Here, we are committed to always providing customers with quality products at the best prices. To know more about the price list of cable ladders, you can refer here.
Besides, customers can also learn more about other products such as cable trays, cable trunking, accessories of cable trays that Bestray currently supplies.
If you want more detailed information, please feel free to contact us.
Bestray JSC
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