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Raceway/Wire Molding Capacity Guide & FAQ
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Q: How much cabling can each type of raceway hold?
A:
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Raceway Fill Chart
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Raceway Width
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3/4"
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1-1/4"
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1-3/4"
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Wire Type
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Size
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Diameter
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40%
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Max.
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40%
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Max.
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40%
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Max.
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Coaxial
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RG6/U
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0.27
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1
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2
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4
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8
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9
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16
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RG59/U
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0.242
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1
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2
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5
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10
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12
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20
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RG62/U
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0.242
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1
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2
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5
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10
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12
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20
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RG58/U
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0.193
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3
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5
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9
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15
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18
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30
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Twisted Pair
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2 Pair
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0.14
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5
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10
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17
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30
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35
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60
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24 AWG
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3 Pair
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0.15
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4
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8
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15
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25
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31
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50
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Unshielded
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4 Pair Cat5e
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0.217
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2
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4
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7
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12
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14
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25
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4 Pair Cat6
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0.24
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1
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2
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5
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10
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12
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20
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25 Pair
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0.41
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0
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1
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2
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4
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4
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7
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Fiber Optic
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2 Strand
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0.175
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3
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6
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11
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18
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23
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36
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FA Jacket
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4 Strand
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0.185
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3
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5
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10
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16
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20
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32
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OFNP
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6 Strand
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0.21
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2
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4
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7
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12
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15
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25
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Electrical
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14 AWG
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0.105
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7
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10
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14
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12 AWG
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0.122
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5
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8
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11
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10 AWG
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0.153
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3
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5
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6
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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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