Feed-through duct

Are you unable to install electrical cables and wires inside walls or floors? Does your installation need to be checked regularly? Then you need an alternative to laying your electrical routes. Mounting brackets, clamps, cable ties and similar devices are often used as fasteners. However, their common disadvantage is that the installation remains open and visible. However, this is unacceptable in most cases. In order to hide the wiring, ducts are used for cable routing. We would like to introduce you to their types and sizes in this article.

Cable routing ducts are used wherever extensive installations are necessary and concealed installation is not possible. A typical example is the multi-storey office building. In addition to power supplies, all kinds of data transmission cables have to find their way to the individual offices and different floors. And of course you don't lay these lines and cables loosely, but protect them from damage and unauthorized access with a cable routing duct.

Cable routing ducts made of plastic

Plastic cable ducts are most commonly used to route cables within a building. In most cases, these are white or gray profiles with a rectangular cross-section. Depending on the model, the channels can be divided into several strands. Likewise, there are cable ducts in various other shapes and even colors, which are intended for laying in specific locations or for different purposes. For example, there are models with a triangular cross-section for the connection between worktops and the wall. Half-round variants are used on the ground so that people do not trip over the cable.

materials and structure

Plastic cable routing ducts are made of non-combustible PVC or polyethylene. Typically, the length of a segment is 2 meters. Other dimensions are also available for special cases, so you can also find longer cable ducts if required. The width and height can be chosen individually. The standard dimensions are between 10 mm and 60 mm. Deviations are also possible here depending on the application. The most popular and widespread are the simple, classic U-shaped cable ducts. U-shaped cable ducts are available with both solid and slotted sidewalls. On the other hand, the coverage is usually always massive. This is clamped onto the side walls without tools.

attachment

Depending on the material and the load-bearing capacity of the surface, cable routing ducts are fastened, glued, nailed or screwed using retaining clips. The manufacturers provide appropriate mounting holes for this on the underside of the duct ex works.

 


TIP

If you decide to stick it on, please also take into account the subsequent weight of the cables and lines. In many cases, double-sided adhesive tape is not sufficient for permanently secure attachment.


 

accesories

In order not to have to make curves, angles or branches on the main line yourself, many manufacturers offer additional elements to adapt to your own needs. You get connection boxes, T-pieces and corner profiles for every type of cable duct. These allow you to create cabling of any complexity without affecting walls and floors and without wasting time. There are also consoles for sockets and switches, which can be connected directly to the cable duct.

channels for the floor

Special ducts should be used to route cables and lines to the center of the room. These are very flat and curved in cross-section. This minimizes the risk of tripping and also protects the cable from damage caused by mechanical stress.


Colored floor ducts are also available. On the one hand, you can create a subtle appearance to match the floor covering or, on the other hand, use contrasting colors to draw attention to this 'dangerous area'.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of cable routing ducts made of plastic?

Cable routing ducts enable a highly flexible and yet safe installation of cables and lines in almost all spatial conditions.

  • There is no need to open the walls and floors to lay cables and lines.
  • The installation is accessible at any time for repairs, checks and extensions.
  • The cables and lines are protected against mechanical damage.
  • The elements are inexpensive and can be assembled quickly.

 

On the other hand, you have to accept that the usability of the wall is somewhat affected by cable routing ducts and the design of the interior design suffers as a result. It also cannot be ruled out that carelessness can result in damage or that the installation can be ripped out of the wall.

Source: eibabo®, OBO LKM40040FS cable routing ductImage: OBO LKM40040FS cable routing duct

Wiring ducts of metal

Metal cable trunking is designed for heavy loads. These models are usually not necessary for classic household use. Metal ducts are mainly suitable for the industrial sector, because complex line systems and extensive cable bundles often have to be laid here.

materials and construction

Galvanized steel is predominantly used as the material. This protects against corrosion and serves to maintain the function of the system in the event of external faults. Cable routing ducts made of metal are predominantly U-shaped and are available both with and without a cover. Perforated and non-perforated material is used depending on the operating conditions. The dimensions can be up to 300 mm in width and 100 mm in height. Standard lengths are 2000 mm and 3000 mm. From a certain dimension, the transitions to massive cable support systems are fluid.

 


TIP

You can order the right end pieces, duct connectors, partitions, brackets, clamps or device sockets from us at the same time.


 

attachment

Due to the high weight, the metal channels cannot be glued. Fixing with anchors and dowels is common. For channels with larger dimensions, shelves or consoles are offered for attachment.

accesories

Metal cable routing ducts are often used to route electrical cables in raised floors or false ceilings. Depending on the requirements, additional components are required for their assembly in order to create turns, climbs, slopes or branches.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of cable routing ducts made of metal?

Metal ducts, when properly secured, can withstand the weight of a large number of power cables. They allow you to easily trace the path of each cable. As with the plastic variants, installation is easy and access for maintenance, replacement and additions is available at all times. An additional plus is the fire protection on the inside and outside. The disadvantage is the high weight and the higher costs. Individual adjustments to the modules are comparatively complex on the construction site. A lot of accessories and high-quality tools are therefore required.

The portfolio available in the eibabo® online shop starts with narrow and flat items for just one line and extends to wall ducts and ceiling ducts, which can accommodate dozens of lines and cables. We recommend the high-quality items from the well-known manufacturers Kleinhuis, Niedax, Niedergesäß, OBO, Pflitsch, PROTEC.class, Rehau, Tehalit and Vogels.

 

eibabo - technology store

 

Catalogue content:


In this eibabo® catalogue Installation ducts for wall and ceiling > Installation duct you will find items from the following product groups:

Item overview:

  • Cabel Canal
  • Cable routing
  • Cable routing duct
  • Ceiling duct
  • Conduit
  • Design channel
  • Device installation trunking
  • Door bypass channel
  • Electrical installation duct
  • Glue channel
  • Industrial channel
  • Installation channel
  • Line protection channel
  • Metal channel
  • Mini cable channel
  • Plastic
  • Plastic channel
  • Roller channel
  • Sheet steel
  • Sheet steel channel
  • Skirting board
  • Skirting channel
  • Surface channel
  • Wiring
  • Wiring duct


from the following manufacturers:

Manufacturer overview catalogue Feed-through duct:

  • Kleinhuis
  • Niedax
  • Niedergesäß
  • OBO
  • Pflitsch
  • Tehalit
  • Vogels


 
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Cable routing duct – route cables safely

Are you unable to install electrical cables and wires inside walls or floors? Does your installation need to be checked regularly? Then you need an alternative to laying your electrical routes. Mounting brackets, clamps, cable ties and similar devices are often used as fasteners. However, their common disadvantage is that the installation remains open and visible. However, this is unacceptable in most cases. In order to hide the wiring, ducts are used for cable routing. We would like to introduce you to their types and sizes in this article.

Cable routing ducts are used wherever extensive installations are necessary and concealed installation is not possible. A typical example is the multi-storey office building. In addition to power supplies, all kinds of data transmission cables have to find their way to the individual offices and different floors. And of course you don't lay these lines and cables loosely, but protect them from damage and unauthorized access with a cable routing duct.

Cable routing ducts made of plastic

Plastic cable ducts are most commonly used to route cables within a building. In most cases, these are white or gray profiles with a rectangular cross-section. Depending on the model, the channels can be divided into several strands. Likewise, there are cable ducts in various other shapes and even colors, which are intended for laying in specific locations or for different purposes. For example, there are models with a triangular cross-section for the connection between worktops and the wall. Half-round variants are used on the ground so that people do not trip over the cable.

materials and structure

Plastic cable routing ducts are made of non-combustible PVC or polyethylene. Typically, the length of a segment is 2 meters. Other dimensions are also available for special cases, so you can also find longer cable ducts if required. The width and height can be chosen individually. The standard dimensions are between 10 mm and 60 mm. Deviations are also possible here depending on the application. The most popular and widespread are the simple, classic U-shaped cable ducts. U-shaped cable ducts are available with both solid and slotted sidewalls. On the other hand, the coverage is usually always massive. This is clamped onto the side walls without tools.

attachment

Depending on the material and the load-bearing capacity of the surface, cable routing ducts are fastened, glued, nailed or screwed using retaining clips. The manufacturers provide appropriate mounting holes for this on the underside of the duct ex works.

 


TIP

If you decide to stick it on, please also take into account the subsequent weight of the cables and lines. In many cases, double-sided adhesive tape is not sufficient for permanently secure attachment.


 

accesories

In order not to have to make curves, angles or branches on the main line yourself, many manufacturers offer additional elements to adapt to your own needs. You get connection boxes, T-pieces and corner profiles for every type of cable duct. These allow you to create cabling of any complexity without affecting walls and floors and without wasting time. There are also consoles for sockets and switches, which can be connected directly to the cable duct.

channels for the floor

Special ducts should be used to route cables and lines to the center of the room. These are very flat and curved in cross-section. This minimizes the risk of tripping and also protects the cable from damage caused by mechanical stress.


Colored floor ducts are also available. On the one hand, you can create a subtle appearance to match the floor covering or, on the other hand, use contrasting colors to draw attention to this 'dangerous area'.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of cable routing ducts made of plastic?

Cable routing ducts enable a highly flexible and yet safe installation of cables and lines in almost all spatial conditions.

  • There is no need to open the walls and floors to lay cables and lines.
  • The installation is accessible at any time for repairs, checks and extensions.
  • The cables and lines are protected against mechanical damage.
  • The elements are inexpensive and can be assembled quickly.

 

On the other hand, you have to accept that the usability of the wall is somewhat affected by cable routing ducts and the design of the interior design suffers as a result. It also cannot be ruled out that carelessness can result in damage or that the installation can be ripped out of the wall.

Source: eibabo®, OBO LKM40040FS cable routing ductImage: OBO LKM40040FS cable routing duct

Wiring ducts of metal

Metal cable trunking is designed for heavy loads. These models are usually not necessary for classic household use. Metal ducts are mainly suitable for the industrial sector, because complex line systems and extensive cable bundles often have to be laid here.

materials and construction

Galvanized steel is predominantly used as the material. This protects against corrosion and serves to maintain the function of the system in the event of external faults. Cable routing ducts made of metal are predominantly U-shaped and are available both with and without a cover. Perforated and non-perforated material is used depending on the operating conditions. The dimensions can be up to 300 mm in width and 100 mm in height. Standard lengths are 2000 mm and 3000 mm. From a certain dimension, the transitions to massive cable support systems are fluid.

 


TIP

You can order the right end pieces, duct connectors, partitions, brackets, clamps or device sockets from us at the same time.


 

attachment

Due to the high weight, the metal channels cannot be glued. Fixing with anchors and dowels is common. For channels with larger dimensions, shelves or consoles are offered for attachment.

accesories

Metal cable routing ducts are often used to route electrical cables in raised floors or false ceilings. Depending on the requirements, additional components are required for their assembly in order to create turns, climbs, slopes or branches.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of cable routing ducts made of metal?

Metal ducts, when properly secured, can withstand the weight of a large number of power cables. They allow you to easily trace the path of each cable. As with the plastic variants, installation is easy and access for maintenance, replacement and additions is available at all times. An additional plus is the fire protection on the inside and outside. The disadvantage is the high weight and the higher costs. Individual adjustments to the modules are comparatively complex on the construction site. A lot of accessories and high-quality tools are therefore required.

The portfolio available in the eibabo® online shop starts with narrow and flat items for just one line and extends to wall ducts and ceiling ducts, which can accommodate dozens of lines and cables. We recommend the high-quality items from the well-known manufacturers Kleinhuis, Niedax, Niedergesäß, OBO, Pflitsch, PROTEC.class, Rehau, Tehalit and Vogels.

 

eibabo - technology store

 

Catalogue content:


In this eibabo® catalogue Installation ducts for wall and ceiling > Installation duct you will find items from the following product groups:

Item overview:

  • Cabel Canal
  • Cable routing
  • Cable routing duct
  • Ceiling duct
  • Conduit
  • Design channel
  • Device installation trunking
  • Door bypass channel
  • Electrical installation duct
  • Glue channel
  • Industrial channel
  • Installation channel
  • Line protection channel
  • Metal channel
  • Mini cable channel
  • Plastic
  • Plastic channel
  • Roller channel
  • Sheet steel
  • Sheet steel channel
  • Skirting board
  • Skirting channel
  • Surface channel
  • Wiring
  • Wiring duct


from the following manufacturers:

Manufacturer overview catalogue Feed-through duct:

  • Kleinhuis
  • Niedax
  • Niedergesäß
  • OBO
  • Pflitsch
  • Tehalit
  • Vogels
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