This tool estimates tray self-weight from material density and an approximate metal volume. For solid and perforated trays, it treats the tray as a formed sheet: Developed sheet width per meter: Dev = W + 2H + 2R Metal volume per meter: V = Dev × t × 1 × (1 − Open%). Find the volume of the cable tray: This depends on the dimensions (width, height, thickness) and length of the tray. Now, let's look at the specifics of Cable Tray Weight Calculation for each tray type. Used only when cover is selected. Extra width beyond tray for seating. All illustrations, descriptions and technical information included in this document are provided as indications and can cable trays are equivalent. The mechanical and electrical characteristics, tests, certifications, overall quality management, recommendations mentioned. Both width and the height of tray are functions of the number, size, spacing and weight of the cables in the tray. Load rating is independent of width. Even though a 900 mm wide tray has six (6) times the volume of a 150 mm wide tray, it cannot carry any more cable weight.
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