Cable Types: Only use conductors rated for open-air environments, such as Tray Rated (Type TC) or Metal-Clad (Type MC) cables. Clearances: Maintain at least 12 inches of vertical clearance above trays for installation and maintenance access (2026 NEC update). association representing the major electrical equipment manufac-turers in the U. The Cable Tray ng standards, performance standards, test standards and application in this document have been tested extens ompetent professional en completely installed, without damage either to conductors or. cable trays are equivalent. These systems, made from metal or plastic, are open structures designed to support electrical conductors, ensuring proper organization and safety. Here's what you need to know: Cable Types: Only use. Hubbell's NEXTFRAME® Ladder Tray is the effective and widely used cable runway that supports and delivers bundles of cable between cabinets, racks, and closets, along walls, and suspended from ceilings. It is designed for. WARNING: Do not use a cable tray as a walkway, ladder or support for people. Using cable trays as walkways can cause personal injury and also damage cable tray and installed cables. Performances of cable tray systems are dependent. Cable tray installation must comply with specific technical standards to ensure electrical safety, system reliability, and long-term maintainability.