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Wireways vs. Cable tray

Good day. I have used conduits(IMC,PVC,RSC, etc.) all the time for the projects but this time we will be
using wire ways. This is new for me so I am asking what is the difference between Wire ways and
Cable trays. We will be using wire ways with cover and some are perforated cable tray. If possible, can
you provide some pictures so I can point out the difference in their physical features.

Sorry if this is a simple question for others. I just want to distinguish what is the difference between
this 2 as I am using this for the first time.

Thank you guys!

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 They can have the same design but wireways are almost completely enclosed due to the voltages that
are being carried. I'm sure some of the wireways have ventilation holes but nothing like cable trays
which are wide open.

Data, phone and light wiring doesn't need to be enclosed so the cable tray is less expensive to buy
and generally easier to install based on weight. Cable trays are usually like a basket design rather
than a solid base.

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I disagree that cable tray is mostly limited to lower voltages and communications. I have seen lots
and lots of cable tray carrying 4.16 and 13.8 kV cables. Admittedly, these were in an industrial
location rather than locations accessible to the general public.

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I can break it down simpler:

Cable trays are for cables. A group of wires surrounded but an overall jacket.

Wireways are for wires, Individual insulated conductors such as THHN. Wireways can also used for
cables, but normally for low voltage cables.

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Cables most often pulled into cable tray is Type TC for power or control circuits.

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