Cable channels: types and sizes, dignity, color, manufacturers

Electricity of the net They are an integral part of each building. When laying them using special cable channels, types and sizes are standardized. Such articles are intended to protect the inside conductors from possible mechanical damage or other adverse effects of external influences. Installation of cable channels can carry out both inside and outside the building. Wide range of colors allows you to choose a suitable option for a particular interior. It should refer to the proposed range of manufacturers, to when buying make an informed choice.

Cable channels for wiring: information relevant to the consumer

The composition includes a cable channel body and cover, joined by means of special locks, latches. Number of locks can be different. For products with a single lock is much easier to open and close the cover, which greatly simplifies the control process inside the wire. Channels with two locks allows more securely combine elements system together.

Used in the manufacture of GOST cable channels may have internal partitions or made without them. The first type allows you to simultaneously in one box to place wiring and cable malotochny, despite the fact that they are not recommended to run together.

Box for wiring can be tough and flexible. The degree of stringency determines whether many installation work under certain conditions, e.g., at high risk of mechanical damage or base complex geometry. Flexible duct demand for laying the power supply system in the room with uneven walls, for example, log house.

Hard products can be divided into deaf and with holes. The former can be perforated or parapet. Second - floor, parapet, plinth.

Blind boxes for the cable provided in the form of:

• corrugated pipeIe cast tubes made from rubber or soft plastic;
• Chains, tracks. This design consists of semi-large number of identical sections that allow the product bend at an arbitrary angle.

Depending on the design features of the mounting tray manufacturers offer:

• Mini trunking with Greatest transverse dimensions within which may be only 1 - 2 wires;
• Parapet rails with T-shaped, shaped, W-shaped, L-shaped profile and versatile. According to their design features they are close to the mini-cable channels, but have large cross-sectional dimensions. Allow the use of non-standard adapters to the regulation of rotation angle in the range of 7 - 45 degrees. These securely attached sockets and switches;
• baseboard designMounted at the junction of the floor and walls and having cavities for wiring. May consist of several sections;
• Flexible ducts. Manufacturers offer corrugated and chain products. The latter include a large number of metal or plastic elements. Demand in the industry. For the production of corrugated products using non-combustible plastic. Allow the installation of a different angle. Demand for laying closed and open wiring, and also when the device suspended ceiling;
• Flattened floor trunking with a characteristic oval lid. Demand, if necessary to bring the power to the equipment installed on table in the middle of the room. The special oval shape does not interfere with moving people. Presented in a variety of colors;
• perforated channelFor the manufacture of metal and plastic which may be used. Designed for groups of cables mounted in the switchboard production facility;
• Corner ceiling structure. Product characteristic triangular shape, mounted in the junction of ceiling and walls;
• wire trayFor the manufacture of the guide wire which uses the metal. Used in industrial plants;
• transparent channelsDesigned to accommodate the LED strips. According to its constructive performance close to the angle guide, but are arranged at an angle of 45 degrees partitions used to mount LED.

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The materials used for the manufacture of cable channels, their advantages and disadvantages

For the manufacture of the cable channels different materials are used for wiring. It determines not only the appearance of products, but also for their technical characteristics. Do not think that the ducts for cables perform a purely decorative function. Their main purpose is to protect people inside buildings from the effects of an emergency, such as a short circuit. Taking into account the load on the electrical network within residential products mostly assembled from plastic, and industrial plants. Each species has its own distinctive features, which you should definitely read before buying.

Metal ducts for laying cables: types and characteristics of installation

Appearance of metal boxes for electrical wiring can hardly be called attractive. However, from the point of view of security is significantly superior to plastic counterparts. Can be open or closed.

When laying the power supply system in an industrial plant are frequently used open products of steel, wall-mounted or mounted directly to the ceiling. Such a metal box for wiring has a width sufficient to be able to place the thick bundles of cables within it.

From using private refuse products from the inevitable heating cable due to the meeting of the magnetic fields of the neighboring wires. This can cause ignition wiring and tripping automation. In open systems, natural ventilation It provides timely heatsink.

Metal is a good conductor. To ensure the safety of bystanders when installing electrical steel boxes necessarily provided grounding.

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Attention! Laying electric cables in a steel box should be done next to each other to provide contact with metal conductive wires.

Another type of metal cable ducts are made of anodized aluminum products. They are mainly used for laying power supply systems in industrial plants. Sometimes they are used in home interiors, decorated in the style of Hi-Tech. They consist of a box with a lid, columns, polycarbonate fixtures and wiring.

The advantages of such products should include:

• The ability to protect against electromagnetic interference;
• High impact strength;
• resistance to UV;
• refractoriness;
• The ability to withstand considerable variations in temperature without loss of geometric shapes.

The disadvantages include the complexity of the installation. For mounting boxes and lids used dowels, which greatly complicates the installation and requires a special tool.

Varieties and characteristics of plastic boxes for cables

Plastic boxes for electrical wiring cost much less than their metal counterparts. Can be open or closed. Given that the plastic is not among the conductive materials, the installation of plastic systems grounding do not provide.

For their manufacturing self-extinguishing PVC is used, which eliminates the likelihood of flame propagation when an emergency occurs. The closed product tight to cover the channel. It also increases the level of security, since it is impossible to complete combustion due to the limited access of oxygen.

Attention! When an emergency box only time can prevent the spread of flame. The main element of the security system should be automatic, able to work in the event of an emergency situation.

Despite the fact that the cable channel PVC can be purchased at a relatively low price, their use in industry is limited. Because of the low strength characteristics of such products have a limited life. Open models gain in laying a small number of cables.

Closed plastic cable channels are widely used in household wiring installation. Manufacturers offer products of various colors, shapes and sizes, so to find a suitable option for a particular room in the cellar.

Typical dimensions of cable channels for wiring

Dimensions of plastic cable channels standardized. Manufacturers offer products:

• standardUsed in the installation of power wiring for the connection of domestic appliances, lighting, lines, sockets;
• broadDesigned for mounting multiple independent communications. Special boxes have longitudinal baffles to facilitate the process of laying wires and the subsequent diagnosis;
• Mini box. Products small size, used primarily in the laying of telephone lines, the Internet, signaling communications. Allows you to put small wires.

The transverse dimensions of products may vary from 1 to 0.7 x 6 x 10, with the wall thickness 0.7 - 2.4 mm. To find out what are the dimensions of the cable channels, refer to the reference literature.

Attention! Measurements for electrical boxes are selected so that the inside could accommodate the desired number of conductors.

For private homes are available in sizes 25 × 16 mm. This size is enough for stacking several power cables. If the system to be mounted on an industrial enterprise - this size is not enough. Given the number of stacked wire, cable channel 150h100 mm may be required.

Available colors of cable channels

In the interior coloring elements used is important. Due to the fact that the manufacturers offer color cable channels, you can find a suitable option for a particular room.

Optionally, give preference to popular white color. You can purchase the cable channel black, if such colors would be more appropriate in a particular interior.

When choosing a color box for the wires should be remembered that it must integrate harmoniously with the interior. It is necessary to carefully select products rich color. They will inevitably attract the attention, which in some cases may not be the best option.

Features cable channels installation for laying open wiring

At the initial stage, the wiring should decide the method and place of fastening of cable channels. The selection can be made in favor of floor cable channels or wall models, each of which attachment site is chosen individually. fixing method depends on the material and the design features of the purchased products. Preference may be given to Self-tapping screws, Double-sided tape or liquid nails. The first option is preferable, since the box can be easily disassembled when necessary. Given that most of the models originally supplied with special holes for fastening, fixing the box will not cause difficulties.

Tool selection will depend on the method of attachment. To tighten the screws should be prepared Cordless. Sami screws are selected depending on the substrate, which will fasten the cable channels. Thus, if the wall is made of drywallShould be preferred pyatnadtsatimillimetrovym metiz flat head. Also need a knife or scissors, with which the individual elements will be cut to size.

Attention! Mounting holes must be located at a distance of 30 - 50 cm.

Mounting wall box for wires for wiring is performed in the following sequence:

Photo	Description of work
	Remove from the product packaging, and the top cover. We carry marks on the wall and begin to fasten the cable channel is formed markup. Installation starts from sockets or lamp
	The spatial position of the abutting elements should be carefully monitored.
	After the start box to lay wire fixation.
	As the wire tab on the spot is mounted cable channel cover.

If it is mounted the flexible cable duct for cables, prepare the substrate is not necessary. Such a product can be securely fixed on any surface. Prior to installation of the rigid type base should be carefully aligned.

The junctions of the elements 90 degree angle should be used cable channel. This will form a solid and beautiful system. For each angle is not difficult to pick up the product the desired configuration. Docking is carried out with a small gap, to avoid warping in the case of thermal expansion.

When installing the cable channels on the floor should select suitable products that will not only be able to fit harmoniously into the interior, but also will allow to place the required number of wires. Models with baffles in this case are the preferred embodiment.

The installation of street-channel cable often used to protect the wiring from traffic or pedestrians. The choice of model depends on the number of wires, which are planned to reach the ground. While some products are designed for only one wire inside the other it can be hidden just three. The special partition to avoid contact of adjacent cables.

Can I use the cable channels for decorative purposes: photos of interesting options

It is sometimes difficult to decide how nice to dissolve the wiring and at the same time ensure the supply of energy to every household appliance. In this case, the aid comes a decorative cable channel, with which you can achieve the desired result. The choice of products is dependent on stylistic room. Sometimes ordinary imitation copper tubes allows you to achieve a unique result.

With the help of flexible round cable channel for conventional wiring or wiring in the wall can form a beautiful picture, which will be a stylish element of decor. Well-chosen hardware will give the drawing finished appearance.

Using transparent cable channels, it is possible to obtain an additional source of light. Inside the LED strip can be used to backlight certain objects or as a nightlight.

Using a triangular cable channel, you can place the wire at the junction of walls and floors. Special product configuration will simultaneously stretch several cables without the risk of accidental contact.

Cable channels for wiring: types, types, prices of the most popular sizes from different manufacturers

To buy cable channels desired size at a bargain price, it is worth to get acquainted with the available supply. With the same shape and size of the product may differ substantially in value, depending on who is the manufacturer of a particular model. Not always overpay for the brand is the effective solution. Among domestic producers can also find with the best quality and value.

To discover the types, sizes, and prices of cable channels offered by various manufacturers. The length of one item of 2 meters:

Photo	Manufacturer	Size, mm	The average price, RUR
	T.plast, Italy	40×40	125
	Promrukav	40×40	55
	Promrukav	60×60	105
	CCH-2P (POLYURETHANE)	1000×250×50	3500
	RUVINIL	40×16	50
	Wire tray LO0661	100×60	490
	PlastElectro PE 2010	20×10	20
	DLP Legrand	105×50	1310

conclusion

Thus, the cable channels can not only prevent accidental electric shock, but also can be a stylish element of decor. A wide range of products offered by leading manufacturers, allows you to choose the best solution for your home or office. Installation of the product, if desired, can be made with your own hands.