Support spacing for cable trays must align with the manufacturer's instructions, as outlined in NEC 392. Generally, standard trays require supports every 6 to 10 feet, while heavy-duty, long-span trays can handle distances of up to 20 feet between supports. Whether you are working on power distribution systems, industrial installations, or commercial projects, adhering to cable tray spacing standards ensures smooth operations and minimizes. Hubbell's NEXTFRAME® Ladder Tray is the effective and widely used cable runway that supports and delivers bundles of cable between cabinets, racks, and closets, along walls, and suspended from ceilings. The Ladder Tray features light, rugged, tubular steel construction. It is designed for. The following pages address the 2014 National Electrical Code® requirements for cable tray systems as well as design solutions from practical experience. Nearly every. The NEC requires that cable trays must be supported by members at an interval specified by the cable tray manufacturer, but not more than 5 feet for horizontal runs to support the weight of the cables and other loads. Grounding: Metallic trays can serve as equipment grounding conductors (EGC) if they meet NEC requirements.