Panduit T45CIW8 Pan-Way T-45 Surface Raceway Cover, 8 ft, Ivory
Overview
The Panduit T45CIW8 is the snap-on cover for the Pan-Way T-45 surface raceway system — an 8-foot, ivory PVC cover designed to complete tamper-resistant perimeter cable runs for power, low-voltage, or fiber-optic cabling along interior walls. If you are already running T-45 base in a commercial installation, this is the matching cover that locks the system closed and satisfies UL and NEC Article 388 requirements in one step.
Surface raceway is the right call when in-wall conduit is impractical: retrofit office builds, tenant improvements, security camera feeds along perimeter walls, and access control wiring in finished spaces. The T45CIW8 pairs with the T-45 base to deliver a clean, professional appearance without exposing cabling to foot traffic or accidental interference — an important consideration in schools, healthcare corridors, and retail environments where cable integrity directly affects system uptime.
Key Features
- Snap-Fit Closure on T-45 Base: The cover is engineered to press directly onto the T-45 base without tools or fasteners. In a multi-room retrofit, that translates to faster installation labor — you route and dress the cable in the open base, then snap covers on in a single pass rather than re-opening a screw-fastened system for every adjustment.
- 2.38 in (60.4 mm) Width: The 2.38-inch channel accommodates power, low-voltage signal, and fiber-optic cables together in a single raceway run — useful when a security camera location needs both PoE data and an auxiliary power feed in the same surface path without running two separate channels.
- 8 ft (2.4 m) Length per Piece: At 8 feet per section, fewer joints appear along a standard commercial corridor compared to shorter raceway sections. Fewer joints mean a cleaner finished look and fewer potential points of cover displacement over time.
- Ivory (Bone White) PVC Construction: Matches standard commercial wall finishes directly out of the package, reducing or eliminating the need to paint. PVC is lightweight, dimensionally stable indoors, and compatible with standard PVC conduit adhesives if permanent bonding is required for a specific application.
- UL Listed (E95425, E116129): Both listing numbers are present — this matters for commercial inspections. An AHJ reviewing the installation can verify the listing on the label rather than requiring submitted documentation, which keeps punch-list closures straightforward.
- NEC Article 388 Compliant: Article 388 governs surface non-metallic raceways. Specifying T45CIW8 on a low-voltage or mixed-use wiring plan satisfies the code requirement for the cover component directly, without needing a separate code analysis for the finished assembly.
- RoHS Compliant: Relevant for installations in government facilities, educational institutions, and any project requiring material compliance documentation — the RoHS declaration covers the cover component specifically.
- Packaged 8 per Unit, 160 per Carton: The pack-of-8 quantity (64 linear feet per package) aligns with typical room or corridor runs. For larger projects, the 160-piece carton (1,280 linear feet) allows bulk purchasing to match large-scale T-45 base orders without counting covers and bases separately.
Integration & Compatibility
The T45CIW8 is designed exclusively for use with the Panduit Pan-Way T-45 base. It does not fit T-38, T-70, or other Pan-Way profile bases — confirm the installed base part number before ordering. For complete Panduit Pan-Way raceway assemblies, the base and cover are ordered separately, which allows you to stock covers independently and replace them without disturbing installed cabling.
This cover is suited for surface raceway runs carrying PoE camera drops, door controller wiring, intercom cable, or low-voltage alarm circuits. It is an interior-rated product — do not specify for outdoor or high-humidity environments where a rated enclosure or conduit system is more appropriate. For camera mounting at the end of a raceway run, pair with compatible camera wall mounts to maintain a continuous finished appearance from the raceway termination to the device.
When planning cable capacity, reference a cable management planning guide to confirm the T-45 channel cross-section handles your conductor bundle diameter — especially when mixing 23 AWG Cat 6 with coax or fiber in the same channel.
What's in the Box
- 8x Panduit T45CIW8 Pan-Way T-45 raceway covers (8 ft each, ivory) — 64 linear feet total per package
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What base does the T45CIW8 cover fit?
A: The T45CIW8 is designed exclusively for the Panduit Pan-Way T-45 base. It will not fit other Pan-Way profiles such as the T-38 or T-70. Verify the installed base model before ordering.
Q: How many covers come in a package, and how many linear feet does that cover?
A: Each package contains 8 covers at 8 ft each, providing 64 linear feet per package. Carton quantity is 160 pieces (1,280 linear feet).
Q: Is the T45CIW8 suitable for outdoor use?
A: No. The T45CIW8 is an interior-rated PVC raceway cover. For outdoor cable routing, specify a product rated for direct UV exposure and moisture ingress.
Q: Does the T45CIW8 meet NEC and UL requirements?
A: Yes. The T45CIW8 is UL listed under file numbers E95425 and E116129, and complies with NEC Article 388, which governs surface non-metallic raceways. It also meets RoHS requirements.
Q: Can the T45CIW8 carry both power and low-voltage cables in the same channel?
A: The Pan-Way T-45 system is designed to route power, low-voltage, and fiber-optic cables along perimeter walls. Check your applicable electrical code for separation requirements when mixing power and signal conductors in the same raceway channel.
Q: Is the ivory color paintable, or does it need to match the wall finish exactly?
A: The PVC material accepts standard latex or spray paints designed for plastics if a closer wall match is required. The factory ivory (bone white) finish is a close match to most commercial interior wall colors and often installs without painting.
The T45CIW8 is the cover half of the Pan-Way T-45 system — and the spec detail that catches people is the 2.38-inch (60.4 mm) channel width paired with an 8-foot section length. That combination matters in practice: you get enough cross-section to carry a PoE camera drop alongside a secondary power feed or an alarm circuit in the same surface run, and the 8-foot sections keep joint count low on standard commercial corridor spans. I specify this cover regularly on retrofit security installations where the wall is already finished and surface raceway is the cleanest path.
Technical Highlights:
- UL Listing (E95425 / E116129): Two independent UL file numbers means both the raceway assembly and the materials construction are listed — simplifies AHJ sign-off on commercial inspections without additional submittals.
- NEC Article 388 Compliance: Surface non-metallic raceways fall under Article 388; the T45CIW8 satisfies the cover requirement as part of a compliant assembly, which matters when the low-voltage and power wiring inspector is the same person.
- Pack-of-8 / 160-per-carton Sizing: 64 linear feet per package tracks cleanly against typical perimeter room runs; the 160-piece carton (1,280 linear feet) is the right buy for multi-floor or multi-room projects where carrying separate cover and base inventories otherwise creates mismatch waste.
Deployment Considerations:
- The T45CIW8 is a cover only — it requires the T-45 base, ordered separately. Do not assume the base is included; confirm the T-45 base part number is on the same PO before the installation crew shows up.
- Interior use only. PVC surface raceway is not rated for exterior exposure — if the cable path passes through a vestibule, loading dock, or any space with direct weather contact, transition to a rated conduit or exterior raceway system at that point.
For a healthcare corridor or school perimeter security retrofit — where finished walls are non-negotiable and inspection documentation is required — the T45CIW8 is the straightforward, code-documented choice when the T-45 base is already specified on the project.
