Wire Basket Cable Tray Roll Forming Machine Data Sheet | Technical Specifications
Wire Basket Cable Tray Roll Forming Machine Technical Data Sheet
Machine Overview
Parameter Specification
Machine Name Wire Basket Cable Tray Roll Forming Machine
Profile Produced Wire basket cable tray profiles
Machine Type Automatic wire forming and welding production line
Production Application Electrical cable management systems, data center cabling, commercial building wiring
Manufacturing Process Wire straightening, forming, welding and cutting
Production Environment Electrical equipment manufacturing facility / wire processing factory
Wire basket cable tray roll forming machines produce mesh-style cable trays made from steel wire rods welded together to form a basket structure used for cable routing.
Wire basket trays are widely used in commercial buildings, data centers, telecommunications infrastructure, and electrical installations.
Production Specifications
Specification Typical Value
Production Speed 8–15 m/min
Forming Stations 10–16 stations
Wire Diameter Range 3–6 mm
Tray Width Range 50–600 mm
Tray Height Range 50–150 mm
Cut Length Tolerance ±1 mm
Minimum Tray Length 500 mm
Maximum Tray Length 3000 mm
Production speed depends on tray width, wire diameter, and welding cycle time.
Material Compatibility
Material Type Supported
Galvanized Steel Wire Yes
Stainless Steel Wire Optional
Carbon Steel Wire Yes
PVC Coated Wire Optional
Galvanized wire is commonly used due to corrosion resistance in electrical installations.
Material Strength
Property Typical Range
Yield Strength 350–600 MPa
Tensile Strength 400–700 MPa
Surface Finish Galvanized / stainless steel / coated wire
Wire strength determines the load capacity of the cable tray system.
Machine Frame Construction
Component Specification
Frame Type Heavy duty welded structural steel frame
Frame Thickness 12–18 mm steel plate
Machine Base Fabricated steel structure
Frame Alignment Precision machined mounting surfaces
Machine Weight 6–12 tons
Rigid machine construction ensures consistent forming and welding accuracy.
Wire Forming System
Specification Typical Value
Wire Straightening System Multi roller straightening unit
Wire Feeding System Servo controlled wire feeding
Wire Forming Method Automatic bending and shaping
Forming Accuracy ±0.5 mm
Wire forming units shape steel wire into tray side frames and cross wires.
Welding System
Component Specification
Welding Type Automatic resistance welding
Welding Points Multiple weld points per tray section
Welding Power 50–120 kVA
Welding Control Digital welding controller
Welding systems connect longitudinal wires and cross wires forming the basket structure.
Drive System
Component Specification
Drive Type Servo drive system
Main Motor 5–11 kW
Transmission Precision gearbox and servo motors
Lubrication Automatic lubrication system
Servo driven systems provide accurate wire feeding and forming.
Cutting System
Component Specification
Cutting Type Automatic hydraulic or servo cutting
Blade Material Hardened tool steel
Cutting Accuracy ±1 mm
Cutting Control PLC synchronized cutting
Cutting units separate finished basket tray sections to programmed lengths.
Control System
Component Specification
PLC Siemens / Mitsubishi / Delta
HMI Touch screen control interface
Length Measurement Encoder controlled length measurement
Control Accuracy ±1 mm
Automation Fully automatic production line
Control functions include:
Automatic tray length control
Production batch programming
Wire feed synchronization
Welding control
Fault diagnostics
Emergency stop system
Electrical Specifications
Parameter Value
Voltage 380V / 415V / 480V
Frequency 50 Hz / 60 Hz
Control Voltage 24V
Electrical Cabinet IP54 industrial enclosure
Protection Overload protection and circuit breakers
Machine Layout Dimensions
Parameter Value
Machine Length 12–18 m
Machine Width 2–2.5 m
Machine Height 1.8–2.2 m
Total Production Line Length 20–28 m
Typical production line configuration:
Wire Payoff → Wire Straightening → Wire Forming → Welding System → Cutting System → Output Table
Wire Handling Equipment
Specification Value
Wire Payoff Type Automatic wire spool payoff
Wire Coil Weight 500–1500 kg
Wire Feeding System Servo controlled feeding
Wire Straightening Unit Multi roller straightener
Optional Equipment
Equipment Description
Automatic Stacker Basket tray stacking system
Wire Spool Loader Automatic wire spool loading system
Quality Inspection System Automated weld inspection
Remote PLC Monitoring Remote diagnostics and monitoring
Automation systems improve productivity and reduce manual labor.
Installation Requirements
Requirement Typical
Foundation Reinforced concrete foundation
Floor Load Capacity 6–12 tons
Electrical Connection Three phase industrial power supply
Air Supply Optional
Installation Time 2–3 days
Maintenance Requirements
Component Maintenance Interval
Gearbox Oil 6 months
Bearings 6 months
Welding Electrodes Monthly inspection
Wire Straightening Rollers Monthly inspection
Hydraulic Oil 12 months
Routine maintenance ensures reliable basket tray production.
Production Capacity Example
Production Speed Output
8 m/min 480 m/hour
10 m/min 600 m/hour
15 m/min 900 m/hour
Production capacity depends on tray width, wire diameter, and welding cycle speed.
Wire Basket Cable Tray Profile Information
Specification Value
Profile Type Wire basket cable tray
Tray Width Range 50–600 mm
Tray Height Range 50–150 mm
Wire Diameter 3–6 mm
Typical Length 2000–3000 mm
Wire basket trays provide ventilation, flexibility, and lightweight cable management.
Machine Standards
Standard Description
CE Certification European machinery safety standards
ISO 9001 Manufacturing quality management
Electrical Standards IEC electrical installation standards
Wire basket cable tray machines produce cable support systems used in electrical installations and data infrastructure.
Shipping Information
Specification Value
Container Size 40 ft container
Shipping Weight 10–16 tons
Packaging Industrial export packing
Typical Machine Price Range
Machine Type Price Range
Basic Production Line $120,000 – $180,000
Automatic High Speed Line $180,000 – $260,000
Fully Automated System $300,000+
Pricing depends on welding systems, automation level, and production capacity.
Applications
Industry Use
Data Centers Cable routing infrastructure
Commercial Buildings Electrical wiring support
Industrial Plants Cable management systems
Telecommunications Cable support structures
Wire basket cable tray roll forming machines are widely used by electrical equipment manufacturers producing lightweight cable management systems used in commercial buildings, data centers, telecommunications installations, and industrial facilities.