How to Choose the Right Cable Duct
the right cable trunking for safe and durable cable management

Q: Is Unex or Licatec better?

Unex is best suited for construction & public environments with high fire requirements. With excellent finish and no burr, this is our best cable duct. Licatec is well suited for industrial environments and equipment cabinets.

Cable ducts organize and protect cables in electrical cabinets and installations.
Material choice affects fire safety, flexibility and long-term durability.

Explore the right cable tray for safety and durable cable management

PVC

Affordable standard choice
UL 94 V-0
Simple processing
For automation cabinets and machines

See Cable Channels IBOCO

Halogen-free - Unex
(U43X series)

Halogen-free in PC-U43X material
EN 60754-2 & IEC 61034
Low smoke generation
For public environments and infrastructure

Unex Halogen-Free Cable Ducts

Halogen-free - Licatec

Halogen-free PC/ABS
Cost-effective HF alternative
Low smoke generation
For industry and property

Licatec Halogen-Free Cable Trunking

Flexible duct

Flexible cable duct
Simple cabling
For mobile applications
Common in robotics

Rib Channels

Comparison Table

The choice of cable duct is guided by fire safety, environmental requirements and how the installation will be carried out. The table below compares PVC ducts, halogen-free alternatives from Unex and Licatec and flexible ribbed ducts based on standards, benefits and typical applications.

Material / Type	Standards	Advantages	Limitations	Typical uses
PVC	UL 94 V-0	Affordable and 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, and fire-resistant	Higher cost than PVC	Buildings and public spaces
Halogen-Free – Licatec	EN 60754, IEC 61034	Halogen-free construction for safer installations	Higher cost than PVC	Automation, industrial cabinets
Flexible duct	UL 94 V-0	Flexible and easy cable routing	Lower mechanical stability	Robotics, moving environments

Summary

PVC ducts are cost-effective and easy to cut, but not halogen-free. Common choice in automation and standard installations.
Halogen-free channels from Unex offers high fire safety and low smoke generation – suitable for buildings and public environments.
Halogen-free channels from Licatec are adapted for industrial applications where halogen-free requirements meet the need for robust cabling.
Flexible Ducts are flexible and service-friendly, especially appreciated in robotics and applications with moving cables.

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.