Ladder cable tray without covers provides for maximum air flow, dissipating heat produced in current carrying conductors. Dust buildup is minimal compared to other types of cable tray, such as ventilated trough or solid bottom. Cable tray (or cable ladder) systems are a popular alternative to electrical conduit systems, as they have an outstanding record for dependable service, design flexibility and cost savings in commercial and industrial applications. A properly designed and installed cable tray system will provide. maintain spacing or to keep cables in place when the tray is ect the minimum bend ra-dius for cables as they exit the bottom of the cable tray. A rung spacing of 6 to 9 inches (150 to 230 mm) is preferable when the cable tray cont d for instrumentation and control applications that require. Cable trays support insulated electrical cables in industrial and commercial settings. Think of it as the “spinal cord” or the “ elevator shaft ” for your cabling infrastructure, providing a protected and structured pathway for cables to travel. Covers construction and test requirements for continuous, complete nonmetallic systems of ladder, ventilated, solid bottom cable trays, or channel type trays, intended for the support of power or control cables, or both. NEMA FG-1 was rescinded as a published standard in November 2017. The Ladder Tray features light, rugged, tubular steel construction.