
Our Horizontal Bend is a precision-engineered directional fitting essential for creating smooth, professional changes in the horizontal plane of a cable tray run. It allows cable trays to navigate corners, obstacles, and architectural features with a consistent, protected radius. Manufactured to the same high standards and finish as your straight tray sections, it ensures a seamless transition that maintains system integrity, prevents cable damage from sharp bends, and supports efficient cable installation and future maintenance.
Key Features & Benefits:
Smooth Directional Change: Enables cable trays to make controlled turns (typically 30°, 45°, 60°, 90°) in the horizontal plane, ensuring organized and efficient routing around layouts.
Cable Protection: Designed with a defined inner radius that meets or exceeds standard cable minimum bend radius requirements, safeguarding cable insulation from pinch points and stress.
Seamless Integration: Precision-formed for a perfect fit with straight sections, preserving the structural alignment, load path, and clean aesthetic of the entire tray system.
Durable & Corrosion-Resistant: Fabricated from the same material (e.g., galvanized steel, aluminum, stainless steel) and with the same protective finish as the main tray, guaranteeing matched performance and longevity.
Easy Installation: Engineered for straightforward field assembly with standard connection methods (bolted, welded, or quick-lock), saving time and labor during installation.
Common Specifications:
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Item |
Specification |
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Compatible Tray Type |
Trough, Ladder, or Wire Mesh Cable Tray |
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Function |
Changes horizontal direction of the tray run |
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Standard Angles |
30°, 45°, 60°, 90° (Custom angles available) |
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Material/Finish |
Matches main tray system (e.g., Hot-Dip Galvanized) |
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Key Dimension |
Inside Bend Radius (R) |
Typical Applications:
Navigating around corners of buildings or rooms.
Routing trays along perimeter walls with turns.
Avoiding columns, pipes, ductwork, or other permanent obstacles.
Creating organized grid layouts in data centers and industrial plants.