Increases productivity on the job

  • I-beam splice retention groove allows installers to easily guide and snap splice plate into position 
  • Requires only two bolts to secure place and maintain structural integrity and electrical grounding
  • Up to 50% savings on hardware materials
  • Helps reduce time over field fabricated solutions
  • Innovative, time saving fittings

KwikSplice cable tray drives lower total installed cost

Learn how KwikSplice cable tray helps increase productivity on the job-site and helps drive a lower total installed cost.

I-beam splice retention groove
and two-bolt splice plate

The KwikSplice cable tray's I-beam side rail features a splice retention groove that allows installers to easily guide and snap the splice plate into position.  The splice plate only requires a two-bolt connection, helping reduce installation time.

  • Significant material savings over traditional c-channel rail system
  • Fewer supports required when compared to wire basket systems
  • Minimizes hardware required, saving up to 50% on materials
  • Helps reduce time over field fabricated solutions
  • Lower installed cost for solar installation applications
KwikSplice cable tray features a two-bolt splice plate connection that allows for quicker installation while maintaining structural integrity and electrical grounding.
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KwikSplice cable tray with two-bolt splice plate connection
KwikSplice cable tray showing a cross application using universal fitting

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B-Line series KwikSplice cable tray system overview

The information below includes many details regarding the KwikSplice cable tray system and accessories.  For additional information, view or download the B-Line series cable tray catalog.

  • Lightweight aluminum construction
  • Rated for NEMA 12A and 12B (CSA class C-3m and D-3m) load classes 
  • UL and CSA approvals
  • Manufactured and stocked in U.S. and Canada

KSA straight section specifications

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 B-Line series cable tray catalog.

  • Series: KSA4A, KSA5A
  • Load class: NEMA 12A for 50 lbs/ft  (12 ft. span)
  • Material: Aluminum
  • Side rail height options: 4 or 5 inch 
  • Ladder rung spacing options: 4, 6, 9 or 12 inch or solid bottom
  • Tray width options: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30 or 36 inch
  • Length options:  12 or 10 feet

 

KSB straight section specifications

For additional information, view or download the
B-Line series cable tray catalog.

  • Series: KSB4A, KSB5A and KS6A  
  • Load class: NEMA 12B for 75 lbs/ft  (12 ft. span)
  • Material: Aluminum
  • Side rail height options: 4,  5, or 6 inch 
  • Ladder rung spacing options: 4, 6, 9 or 12 inch or solid bottom
  • Tray width options: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30 or 36 inch
  • Length options:  12 or 10 feet

 

KwikSplice cable tray splices

For additional information, view or download the B-Line series cable tray catalog.

Standard splice plates

  • Furnished in pairs with 1/4" hardware
  • UL Classified
  • One pair including hardware provided with each straight section (Expansion splice quantity subtracted)
  • Can be used with both NEMA Class A and B KwikSplice trays
  • Models:
    • For KS_4A, use KS4A-SSP
    • For KS_5A, use KS5A-SSP
    • For KS_6A, use KS6A-SSP

Expansion splice plates

  • Furnished in pairs with 1/4" hardware
  • Bonding jumpers required on each side rail
  • Models: 
    • For KS_4A, use KS4A-ESP
    • For KS_5A, use KS5A-ESP
    • For KS_6A, use KS6A-ESP

 

Vertical adjustable splice plates

  • Furnished in pairs with 1/4" hardware
  • UL Classified
  • Bonding jumpers not required
  • Models:
    • For KS_4A, use KS4A-VSP
    • For KS_5A, use KS5A-VSP
    • For KS_6A, use KS6A-VSP

Horizontal adjustable splice plates

  • Furnished in pairs with 1/4" hardware
  • Horizontally adjustable to 90°
  • Vertically adjustable to 15°
  • Requires supports within 24” on both sides, per NEMA VE 2
  • Models: 
    • For KS_4A, use KS4A-FSP
    • For KS_5A, use KS5A-FSP
    • For KS_6A, use KS6A-FSP

 

KwikSplice cable tray accessories and fittings

Eaton offers a wide variety of fittings and accessories for the B-Line series KwikSplice cable management solution.  Below are just a few highlights.  For additional information, view or download the B-Line series cable tray catalog.

Universal fitting

The KwikSplice cable tray system features the universal fitting which allows installers to remove side panels, and easily create 90° horizontal bends, tees, or crosses in the field.

  • Patent pending, tool-less hinge splice design
  • Removable side panels for easier field adaptation
  • Speeds installation, increases productivity on the job-site
  • Covers available
  • UL classified 

Model numbers for punched bottom fitting

  • For KS_4A tray, use KS4A-UF-(†)
  • For KS_5A tray, use KS5A-UF-(†)
  • For KS_6A tray, use KS6A-UF-(†)

Model numbers for solid bottom fitting

  • For KS_4A tray, use KS4ASB-UF-(†)
  • For KS_5A tray, use KS5ASB-UF-(†)
  • For KS_6A tray, use KS6ASB-UF-(†)

(†) Insert Tray Width 6" (152mm) to 24” (609mm)

Corner post

Used with B-Line series punched bottom universal fitting to create reducing fittings in the field.  

Model numbers:

  • For KS_4A tray, use KS4A-CP
  • For KS_5A tray, use KS5A-CP
  • For KS_6A tray, use KS6A-CP

KwikSplice traditional fittings

Eaton offers a number of traditional radius fittings for KwikSplice cable tray.

  • Optimal strength to weight ratio for commercial and light-industrial applications
  • Offered with 12 inch or 24 inch radius
  • Horizontal bends
  • Horizontal tees
  • Horizontal crosses
  • Horizontal expanding tees
  • Horizontal expanding / reducing cross
  • Reducers
  • Reducing tees
  • Vertical bends
  • Vertical tee up / down


Time-saving tab and lock trapeze solution

To help increase productivity on the job site, the tab and lock trapeze helps eliminate the need for hold down clamps.

  • Quicker installation
  • Reduction in hardware required
  • Can be pre-installed on either cable tray or ATR support locations

Side rail drop out

The tool-less drop out snaps into place and helps maintain cable bend radius over the side of the tray.

  • Tool-less snap on design
  • Maintains cable bend radius
  • Pre-drilled holes for securing cables
  • Available in 6, 12, and 18 inch lengths

KwikSplice cable tray covers 

Eaton offers a full  range of covers for KwikSplice cable tray straight sections and fittings.  Eaton recommends that covers be placed on vertical cable tray runs to a height of 6 ft. (1.83 m) to 8 ft. (2.44 m) above the floor to help isolate both cables and protect personnel.  Refer to the KwikSplice section of the B-Line series cable tray catalog for more information.

  • Solid covers:  use when no accululation of heat is expected for maximum enclosure of cables
  • Ventilated covers:  provide cable protection, while allowing heat to escape
  • Flanged covers: 1/2 in. (13 mm) flange; cover clamps are not included - order separately
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