When installing two cable trays in parallel at the same height, the distance between them should be no less than 0. This spacing is crucial for adequate maintenance access, ease of inspection, and ensuring proper airflow for effective heat dissipation. The cable manufacturer's recommended minimum bending radii for the specific. cable trays are equivalent. The mechanical and electrical characteristics, tests, certifications, overall quality management, recommendations mentioned in this technical guide only apply to our own cable management ranges and cannot under any circumstances be transposed to si osure, overheating or. Although BS 7671 touches on the subject of cable supports, it does not detail specifically what these support distances should be. 8 (Other Mechanical Stresses (AJ)) in that document provides requirements for cable support. 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. Spacing Standards: Electrical (power) and instrumentation (signal/control) cable trays should maintain a minimum vertical and horizontal distance. Dividers or Partitions: Where.