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Raceway Capacity & FAQ
Q: How much cabling can each type of raceway hold?
A:
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Raceway Fill Chart |
Raceway Width |
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3/4" |
1-1/4" |
1-3/4" |
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Wire Type |
Size |
Diameter |
40% |
Max. |
40% |
Max. |
40% |
Max. |
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Coaxial |
RG6/U |
0.27 |
1 |
2 |
4 |
8 |
9 |
16 |
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RG59/U |
0.242 |
1 |
2 |
5 |
10 |
12 |
20 |
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RG62/U |
0.242 |
1 |
2 |
5 |
10 |
12 |
20 |
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RG58/U |
0.193 |
3 |
5 |
9 |
15 |
18 |
30 |
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Twisted Pair |
2 Pair |
0.14 |
5 |
10 |
17 |
30 |
35 |
60 |
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24 AWG |
3 Pair |
0.15 |
4 |
8 |
15 |
25 |
31 |
50 |
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Unshielded |
4 Pair Cat5e |
0.217 |
2 |
4 |
7 |
12 |
14 |
25 |
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4 Pair Cat6 |
0.24 |
1 |
2 |
5 |
10 |
12 |
20 |
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25 Pair |
0.41 |
0 |
1 |
2 |
4 |
4 |
7 |
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Fiber Optic |
2 Strand |
0.175 |
3 |
6 |
11 |
18 |
23 |
36 |
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FA Jacket |
4 Strand |
0.185 |
3 |
5 |
10 |
16 |
20 |
32 |
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OFNP |
6 Strand |
0.21 |
2 |
4 |
7 |
12 |
15 |
25 |
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Electrical |
14 AWG |
0.105 |
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7 |
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10 |
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14 |
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12 AWG |
0.122 |
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5 |
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8 |
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11 |
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10 AWG |
0.153 |
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3 |
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5 |
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6 |
40% - Column follows the guidelines of EIA/TIA for cable fill allowing for additions after install
Max. - Recommended maximum fill based on bend radius and internal cabling area
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Q: In what lengths and quantities are raceway pieces available?
A: Raceway is available in 6' pieces. There is no minimum order quantity requirement, and case lots contain 20 pieces.
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Q: How does raceway attach to surfaces?
A: Raceway features a double-sided, self-mounting adhesive backing for quick and easy mounting to any suitable surface.
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Q: What is the best way of cutting raceway to suit my application?
A: For quick, clean and easy raceway length customizations, we recommend using our PVC & Wire Duct Cutter.
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Q: Is it okay to paint raceway?
A: Yes, raceway can be painted any color to suit any application. |
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