Panduit CCAL1H1013-X Type 1H Aluminum Cable Cleat 10pk

Panduit CCAL1H1013-X Aluminum Cable Cleat

The Panduit CCAL1H1013-X is a Type 1H aluminum cable cleat engineered to secure single cables during short-circuit fault events in datacenter and electrical infrastructure installations. Certified to IEC 61914:2015 and tested to withstand up to 93.4 kA maximum fault current, this one-hole cleat prevents cable displacement during electromechanical forces generated by high-current faults. Designed for 10-13mm diameter cables in moderate corrosion environments, the natural aluminum construction offers a lighter, more economical alternative to steel cleats where maximum fault current ratings fall within the Type 1H specification range. Each package contains 10 cleats for standard cable-tray runs.

Key Features

• IEC 61914:2015 certified for short-circuit withstand up to 93.4 kA maximum fault current
• Type 1H aluminum construction resists corrosion in indoor electrical and datacenter environments
• Single-cable cleat accommodates 10-13mm outer diameter cables
• One-hole design mounts directly to cable tray rung with M10 bolt (sold separately)
• 10-pack quantity supports typical spacing requirements for 6-20 meter cable runs
• 23mm height × 40mm width footprint fits standard ladder and trough tray profiles
• Requires spacers and washers (sold separately) to prevent galvanic corrosion between aluminum cleat and dissimilar metals

IEC 61914:2015 establishes test methods for cable cleats subjected to the electromechanical forces produced by short-circuit currents. During a fault event, electromagnetic repulsion forces between adjacent conductors can generate cable movement exceeding 1 meter if unsecured, risking secondary faults and equipment damage. The CCAL1H1013-X's Type 1H rating confirms it has been tested with a prospective fault current up to 93.4 kA and successfully retained the cable without cleat failure or cable ejection. The aluminum body provides adequate mechanical strength for low-to-moderate fault current applications while offering significant weight and cost savings compared to Type 2H or 3H steel cleats rated for higher fault currents. Installation requires a single M10 bolt (not included) that passes through the cable tray rung and threads into the cleat's mounting hole. When installing on steel cable tray with copper or aluminum cables, always use insulating spacers and washers between the cleat and tray to prevent galvanic corrosion—the electrochemical reaction between dissimilar metals that accelerates material degradation in the presence of moisture. Panduit's documentation specifies torque requirements and spacing intervals based on cable diameter and installation angle.

These cleats are essential in datacenter electrical rooms, UPS battery strings, generator feed circuits, and any installation where NEC Article 110.14 or IEC 60364-4-42 requires cables to be secured against electromechanical forces during fault conditions. Building inspectors and facility engineers increasingly require IEC 61914 certification for critical infrastructure projects, particularly in raised-floor datacenters where underfloor cable trays carry high-amperage feeds to PDUs and busway systems. The 10-13mm cable diameter range covers common single-conductor cables used in 120-480V distribution: 8 AWG through 2 AWG copper, or 6 AWG through 1/0 AWG aluminum. For parallel single-cable runs on the same tray rung, install one CCAL1H1013-X per cable—this maintains the single-cable Type 1H rating and allows independent cable service without disturbing adjacent circuits. Spacing between cleats depends on cable diameter, tray orientation, and calculated fault current; typical datacenter practice calls for cleats every 1-2 meters on horizontal runs and every 0.5-1 meter on vertical risers. The 10-pack quantity aligns with these spacing requirements for standard 6-20 meter tray segments.

The CCAL1H1013-X's aluminum composition and Type 1H single-cable specification make it the preferred choice for datacenter and commercial electrical projects where cables see fault currents below 93.4 kA and the installation environment remains indoors with controlled humidity. This cleat's one-hole mounting design simplifies retrofit installations on existing cable tray infrastructure—no need to drill additional holes or remove tray sections—and the 40mm width provides clearance for cables to route naturally without pinch points that could damage insulation over time. The natural aluminum finish resists oxidation without additional coatings, and the IEC 61914 certification ensures compliance with international electrical standards required for insurance and building-code approval in mission-critical facilities.