How to separate cable trays

Use cable tray dividers, wire mesh trays, and locking accessories to efficiently separate and organize cables.

Cable Tray Dividers

One of the fastest ways to separate cables is by using tray dividers. These are physical barriers that hook directly onto wire basket trays, creating distinct channels for different cable types, such as power and data cables. For example, a 30mm basket tray divider provides a 30mm height separation and can be easily adjusted along the tray using pre-spaced fixing slots, ensuring quick installation and compliance with standards while reducing electromagnetic interference.

Dividers are compatible with major brands like Legrand, Unistrut, and Metsec.

Wire Mesh Cable Trays

Wire mesh cable trays allow for flexible cable separation by providing a grid structure where cables can be routed in layers. Cables can be locked in place to prevent movement, which is particularly useful in environments with frequent maintenance or inspection, such as food processing or industrial machinery. These trays are gentle on cables and can be cut to size using battery-powered tray cutters, which can handle steel or stainless steel trays up to 6mm thick, enabling fast and clean modifications.

Accessories and Locking Mechanisms

Additional accessories, such as cable locking clips, dividers, and splice couplers, help maintain separation and organization. These tools allow installers to group related cables together while keeping incompatible cables apart, improving safety and reducing clutter. Using these accessories in combination with dividers or mesh trays ensures that cables remain separated even during cleaning, inspection, or reconfiguration.

Practical Tips

Plan cable routes before installation to minimize adjustments. Use dividers for high-density trays to prevent tangling and interference. Employ tray cutters for quick resizing or creating custom separation points.

Add support brackets every few feet to maintain tray stability when separating heavy cables. By combining dividers, wire mesh trays, and locking accessories, you can achieve rapid, safe, and organized cable separation suitable for industrial, commercial, or data center environments.