Panduit CCAL2H7083-X Aluminum Cable Cleat 70-83mm 131kA

Panduit CCAL2H7083-X Two-Hole Aluminum Cable Cleat

The Panduit CCAL2H7083-X is a two-hole aluminum cable cleat engineered to secure single cables ranging from 70mm to 83mm in diameter against displacement during short-circuit fault events. Certified to IEC 61914:2015 and tested to withstand fault currents up to 131kA, this cleat delivers critical cable retention in medium to high fault current installations where mechanical failure could compromise safety or uptime. The aluminum construction provides excellent conductivity and mechanical strength for applications in less corrosive environments, including data centers, industrial distribution systems, and electrical equipment rooms where cable runs must meet stringent safety and compliance standards.

Key Features

• IEC 61914:2015 certified for short-circuit cable retention performance
• Tested to 131kA maximum fault current for high-energy electrical environments
• Two-hole mounting design for secure attachment to cable tray rungs
• Accepts single cables 70-83mm (2.76"-3.27") in diameter
• Natural-finish aluminum construction for strength and conductivity
• Compact footprint: 145mm W × 100mm H (5.71" × 3.94")
• Package quantity of 10 cleats for multi-point cable runs
• Compatible with M10 mounting bolts (sold separately)
• Spacers and washers available separately for galvanic corrosion protection

Cable cleats are a required safety component in installations where short-circuit electromagnetic forces can cause cables to whip, move, or contact adjacent conductors or grounded surfaces. The CCAL2H7083-X addresses this requirement with a design validated under IEC 61914:2015, the international standard governing cable cleat performance under short-circuit conditions. Testing to 131kA fault current ensures the cleat maintains cable position even during severe electrical events that generate extreme mechanical forces. In practice, this means your cable runs remain secure during fault conditions that would otherwise cause unsecured cables to fail mechanically, create additional faults, or damage surrounding infrastructure. The aluminum alloy construction provides the tensile strength and ductility needed to absorb and dissipate fault energy without fracturing.

Installation is straightforward for technicians familiar with ladder tray or cable runway systems. The two-hole design allows the cleat to mount directly through tray rung holes using M10 bolts (not included), creating a fixed anchor point for the cable. The cleat's 145mm width and 100mm height accommodate the specified cable diameter range of 70-83mm while maintaining a low profile that doesn't interfere with adjacent cable runs or tray stacking. Each package includes 10 cleats, which aligns with typical spacing requirements for large-diameter power or feeder cables in vertical or horizontal runs. For installations where dissimilar metals are present—such as galvanized steel trays with aluminum cleats—Panduit offers optional spacers and washers to prevent galvanic corrosion at the mounting interface, extending service life in humid or outdoor-rated electrical rooms.

The CCAL2H7083-X is purpose-built for applications where aluminum's combination of mechanical strength and lower cost makes it the preferred material over stainless steel or composite alternatives. This includes indoor data center electrical distribution, industrial plants with controlled humidity, and substations where corrosive exposure is minimal. The natural aluminum finish provides good surface conductivity and visual inspection capability without additional coating or treatment. For runs carrying high-ampacity conductors—such as utility feeds, generator tie-ins, or UPS distribution circuits—the cleat's 131kA rating provides margin above typical fault current levels in 480V, 600V, and medium-voltage systems, ensuring compliance with NEC and IEC installation codes that mandate cable support capable of withstanding available fault current at the point of installation.