Metsec Cable Tray Systems generally conform to BS EN 61537 Cable management – cable tray systems and cable ladder systems.
Information relating to compliance is detailed/highlighted within the following sections of the standard:
6.1.1 Metsec cable tray systems are metallic system components
6.2.2 Metsec cable tray systems are non-flame propagating system components
6.3.2 Metsec cable tray systems have electrical continuity characteristics
6.4.1 Metsec cable tray systems are electrically conductive system components
6.5.2 Metsec cable tray systems are made of steel with metallic finishes or stainless steel
(Resistance to corrosion is classified according to Table 1 and follow the relevant specification in Table 8, with compliance according to Table 7.)
| Class | Reference – material and finish |
|---|---|
| 0 | (a) None |
| 1 | Electroplated to a minimum thickness of 5 m |
| 2 | Electroplated to a minimum thickness of 12 m |
| 3 | Pre – galvanised to grade 275 to BS EN 10346 |
| 4 | Pre – galvanised to grade 350 to BS EN 10346 |
| 5 | Post – galvanised to a zinc mean coating thickness (minimum) of 45 m according to BS EN ISO 1461 for zinc thickness only |
| 6 | Post – galvanised to a zinc mean coating thickness (minimum) of 55 m according to BS EN ISO 1461 for zinc thickness only |
| 7 | Post – galvanised to a zinc mean coating thickness (minimum) of 70 m according to BS EN ISO 1461 for zinc thickness only |
| 8 | Post – galvanised to a zinc mean coating thickness (minimum) of 85 m according to BS EN ISO 1461 for zinc thickness only |
| 9A | Stainless steel manufactured to ASTM: A 240/A 240M – 95a designation S30400 or EN 10088 grade 1 – 4301 without a post treatment (b) |
| 9B | Stainless steel manufactured to ASTM: A 240/A 240M – 95a designation S31603 or EN 10088 grade 1 – 4404 without a post treatment (b) |
| 9C | Stainless steel manufactured to ASTM: A 240/A 240M – 95a designation S30400 or EN 10088 grade 1 – 4301 with a post treatment (b) |
| 9D | Stainless steel manufactured to ASTM: A 240/A 240M – 95a designation S31603 or EN 10088 grade 1 – 4404 with a post treatment (b) |
| (a) | For materials which have no declared corrosion resistance classification |
| (b) | The post – treatment process is used to improve the protection against crevice crack corrosion and the contamination by other steels |
| System Component Material and Finishes | Classification According To | Compliance | Subclause for Compliance Check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-metallic | 6.5.1 | Declaration | 14.2.1 |
| Reference – zinc coating as in Table 1. | 6.5.2 Table 1 classes 1 to 8 | Declaration or measurement | 14.2.2 |
| Non-referenced zinc coating | 6.52 Table 1 classes 1 to 8 | By neutral salt spray test NSS | 14.2.3 |
| Reference – stainless steel as in Table 1. | 6.5.2 Table 1 Class 9A to 9D | Declaration | 14.2.2 |
| Non-referenced stainless steel | Not classified | Declaration | None |
| Other metallic coatings | 6.5.2 Table 1 Column 1 classes 1 to 8 | By neutral salt spray test NSS | 14.2.3 |
| Aluminium alloys or other metals | 6.5.3 Under consideration | Under consideration | 14.2.4 |
| Organic coatings | 6.5.4 Under consideration | Under consideration | 14.2.5 |
| Class | Minimum Thickness m | Minimum coating thickness as given in EN 10327 or EN 10326 m | Mean coating thickness (minimum) to ISO 1461 m |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 (a) | – | – | – |
| 1 | 5 | – | – |
| 2 | 12 | – | – |
| 3 | – | 13 | – |
| 4 | – | 19 | – |
| 5 | – | – | 45 |
| 6 | – | – | 55 |
| 7 | – | – | 70 |
| 8 | – | – | 85 |
(a) As declared by the manufacturer or responsible vendor
6.6.1 Minimum temperature for the system components is given in Table 2.
6.6.2 Maximum temperature for the system components is given in Table 3.
| Minimum transport, storage installation and application temperature °C |
|---|
| +5 |
| -5 |
| -15 |
| -20 |
| -40 |
| -50 |
| Maximum transport, storage installation and application temperature °C |
|---|
| +40 |
| +60 |
| +90 |
| +105 |
| +120 |
| +150 |
| Classification | Perforation in the base area |
|---|---|
| A | Up to 2% |
| B | Over 2% and up to 15% |
| C | Over 15% and up to 30% |
| D | More than 30% |
Note: Classification D relates to IEC 60364 – 5 – 52 Subclause A.52.6.2 second paragraph
6.9.4 System component offering impact resistance up to 20 J (as verified by testing in accordance with 10.9 Test for impact resistance.)
7.1 Each system component is marked by a label. Labels used fully comply with the rubbing test. Boxed items are labelled on the packaging
| Part No. | External Depth mm | Internal Depth mm | External Width mm | Internal Width mm (internal) | X-sectional Area mm2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTSL12/0050 | 12 | 10.2 | 50 | 48.2 | 491.6 |
| CTSL12/0075 | 12 | 10.2 | 75 | 73.2 | 746.6 |
| CTSL12/0100 | 12 | 10.2 | 100 | 98.2 | 1001.6 |
| CTSL12/0150 | 12 | 10.2 | 150 | 148.2 | 1511.6 |
| CTSL12/0225 | 12 | 10.2 | 225 | 223.2 | 2276.6 |
| CTSL18/0300 | 18 | 10.2 | 300 | 297.6 | 3035.5 |
| CTSL25/0050 | 25 | 15.6 | 50 | 48.2 | 751.9 |
| CTSL25/0075 | 25 | 23.2 | 75 | 73.2 | 1698.2 |
| CTSL25/0100 | 25 | 23.2 | 100 | 98.2 | 2278.2 |
| CTSL25/0150 | 25 | 23.2 | 150 | 148.2 | 3438.2 |
| CTSL25/0225 | 25 | 23.2 | 225 | 223.2 | 5178.2 |
| CTSL25/0300 | 25 | 23.2 | 300 | 298.0 | 6913.6 |
| CTSL25/0450 | 25 | 23.0 | 450 | 447.6 | 10294.8 |
| CTSL25/0600 | 25 | 22.6 | 600 | 597.6 | 13505.8 |
| CTSL50/0075 | 50 | 22.6 | 75 | 73.2 | 1654.3 |
| CTSL50/0100 | 50 | 48.2 | 100 | 98.2 | 4733.2 |
| CTSL50/0150 | 50 | 48.2 | 150 | 148.2 | 7143.2 |
| CTSL50/0225 | 50 | 48.2 | 225 | 222.6 | 10729.3 |
| CTSL50/0300 | 50 | 47.6 | 300 | 297.6 | 14165.8 |
| CTSL50/0450 | 50 | 47.6 | 450 | 447.0 | 21277.2 |
| CTSL50/0600 | 50 | 47.0 | 600 | 597.0 | 28059.0 |
| CTSL50/0750 | 50 | 47.0 | 750 | 746.0 | 35062.0 |
| CTSL50/0900 | 50 | 46.0 | 900 | 896.0 | 41216.0 |
Minimal internal radius of fittings available for the accommodation of cables is 125mm.
9.1 Surfaces of system components which are likely to come into contact with cables during installation are inspected to ensure they shall not cause damage to the cables when installed correctly.
9.2 As with all metallic system components, care should be exercised that handling is in accordance with the relative COSHH regulations and gloves should be worn.
9.3 Screwed connections have been designed to withstand the mechanical stresses occurring during installations and normal use and will not cause damage to cables when correctly inserted. Screwed connections are in general ISO metric threads fully compliant to tests in accordance with 9.3.1 and 9.3.2 of the standard. Metsec cable tray systems are usually assembled using M6 roofing bolts particularly for couplers, fishplates and connection to supporting framework. These bolts should be tightened to a torque of 12N/m.
Cable tray lengths have been tested generally in accordance with the standard under 10.2 and 10.3 for verification of the loading graphs. It should be noted that independent testing has been carried out to verify the structural performance of the cable trays at the minimum and maximum temperature classifications for test conditions under 10.2.2.
All accessories eg bends, tees etc should be directly supported by a suitable support device or devices at appropriate positions.