A minimum clearance of 23 cm (9 in) should be maintained between the top of a tray and beams, piping, etc., to facilitate installation of cables in the tray. In general, vertical spacing for cable trays should be 30 cm (12 in), measured from the bottom of the upper tray to the. The spacing between trays, whether horizontal or vertical, depends on various factors like cable type, environment, and tray material. This article provides an in-depth. 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. Clause 522-08-04 Where conductors or cables are not supported. Cable trays play a vital role in supporting electrical cables and wires in commercial, industrial, and utility installations. 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. maintain spacing or to keep cables in place when the tray is ect the minimum bend ra-dius for cables as they exit the bottom of the cable tray.