How to Choose the Right Cable Duct
Cable ducts organize and protect cables in cabinets and installations. The choice of material affects fire safety, flexibility, and long-term durability. Here we compare Cable ducts in PVC, halogen-free cable ducts from Unex, halogen-free cable ducts from Licatec and flexible ducts.
PVC
- Standard: UL 94 V-0
- Advantages: Low-cost, easy to cut, widely available
- Limitation: Not halogen-free, produces toxic smoke in case of fire
- Typical industries: Automation, standard installations
Halogen-Free – Unex (U43X Series)
- Material:U43X base raw material PC
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Standard:
EN 60754-2 (halogen-free), UL 94 V-0 (self-extinguishing), IEC 61034 (low smoke emission) - Advantages: High fire safety, halogen-free, low smoke emission in case of fire
- Limitation: Slightly higher cost than PVC
- Typical industries: Construction, public buildings, tunnels, infrastructure
Halogen-Free – Licatec
- Material: Halogen-free plastic (special blend)
- Standard: EN 60754, IEC 61034
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Advantages:
A more affordable alternative to halogen-free cable ducts - Limitation: Slightly higher cost than PVC
- Typical industries: Automation, industrial cabinets, buildings
Flexible duct
- Standard: UL 94 V-0
- Advantages: Flexible design for easy cable routing
- Limitation: Not as stable as solid ducts
- Typical industries: Robotics, moving applications
Comparison Table
| Material | Standards | Advantages | Typiska användningsområden | Brand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PVC | UL 94 V-0 | Low-cost, easy to cut | Not halogen-free | Automation, standard installations |
| Halogen-Free – Unex | EN 60754-2, UL 94 V-0, IEC 61034 | Halogen-free, low smoke, fire safe | More expensive than PVC | Construction, public buildings |
| Halogen-Free – Licatec | EN 60754, IEC 61034 | Halogen free | More expensive than PVC | Automation, industrial cabinets |
| Flexible duct | UL 94 V-0 | Flexible, easy routing | Mindre stabil | Robotics, moving environments |
Standards
- EN 60754-2: Halogen-free materials (gas emission)
- IEC 61034: Smoke density
- UL 94 V-0: Flame retardancy
Industry Use Cases
- Construction & Infrastructure: Unex halogen-free for highest fire safety and low smoke emission
- Automation & Industrial Cabinets: Unex or Licatec halogen-free with accessories for installation flexibility
- Robotics: Flexible ducts for movable cable routing
- Standard Installations: PVC for cost-effective projects
FAQ – How to Choose the Right Cable Duct
Why choose halogen-free over PVC?
For fire safety, reduced smoke, and compliance with public building requirements.
Is Unex or Licatec better?
Unex is best suited for construction and public environments with high fire safety requirements. With excellent finish and no burrs, this is our best cable duct.
Licatec is well suited for industrial environments and cabinets.
Can I use flexible ducts inside cabinets?
Ja, men de är vanligare i rörliga installationer.
Do you need help choosing the right cable duct?
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