Panduit UCCCDL-X130 Universal Cable Clip Latch for Cable-Down Edge Clips
Overview
The Panduit UCCCDL-X130 is a replacement and supplemental latch component designed specifically for cable-down style edge clips used in photovoltaic (PV) solar cable management. If you're running PV wiring along solar panel frames and need a secure, weather-resistant latch that keeps cables routed cleanly downward along panel edges, this is the part to reach for. Sold in packs of 10, these latches pair with compatible Panduit cable-down edge clip bodies to form a complete, tool-friendly retention system capable of managing up to two PV cables per clip assembly. The UCCCDL-X130 (often searched as UCCCDL X130) is purpose-built for the solar installation environment where UV exposure, thermal cycling, and vibration all work against a lesser retention mechanism.
Panduit's wire routing and management catalog covers a broad range of industrial cabling solutions, and this latch fits squarely into the wire routing, management, and protection category — a product family built around keeping conductors where you put them, regardless of environmental stress.
Key Features
- Teeth Locking Mechanism: The positive-lock teeth design on the UCCCDL-X130 prevents accidental release once snapped into position. On a rooftop array subject to wind uplift and thermal expansion, a latch that can work loose over time is a maintenance liability. The teeth locking engagement eliminates that failure mode without requiring tools to close.
- Weather-Resistant Acetal Construction: Acetal (polyoxymethylene) is a dimensional-stable engineering thermoplastic that holds up to prolonged UV exposure, moisture, and temperature swings typical of outdoor PV environments. Unlike standard nylon cable tie mounts that can become brittle after years in direct sunlight, acetal retains its mechanical properties across extended outdoor service life — relevant when your solar array is a 20-year asset.
- Dual PV Cable Capacity: Each assembled clip (latch + base) accommodates up to two PV cables. On a standard panel string, that means fewer mounting points per run, reducing both part count and installation time. Plan your clip spacing accordingly when laying out cable routes across the panel frame.
- Compact Form Factor — 12mm Height, 7mm Width: At 12mm tall and 7mm wide (0.28 in), these latches sit low against the panel frame. That minimal profile reduces wind-load surface area and keeps the cable assembly below the panel edge, avoiding interference with panel-to-panel gaps in tight racking configurations.
- 1.06-Inch Overall Length: The 1.06 in body length keeps the footprint small enough to fit on standard aluminum extrusion frame lips without overhanging into adjacent panel territory — useful on densely packed commercial rooftop installations.
- RoHS Compliant: Compliance with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive means these components meet EU environmental material standards. For commercial or municipal projects with green procurement requirements, RoHS compliance on every BOM line item matters during submittal review.
- Black Coloring: The black finish absorbs rather than reflects light, reducing visual contrast against dark panel frames and anodized racking. On architecturally sensitive installations (BIPV, commercial rooftops visible from street level), that blends the cable management into the system rather than calling attention to it.
Integration and Compatibility
The UCCCDL-X130 is the latch component for Panduit cable-down style edge clips. It is not a standalone clip — it requires a compatible Panduit edge clip base to function. Verify your existing clip base part number against Panduit's cable-down clip family before ordering latches in bulk. The latch is designed around PV wire management on solar panel frames; it is not specified for general-purpose cable tray, conduit, or data cabling applications. For broader cable management solutions, including clip bodies, cable ties, and mounting hardware, reference the matching product family.
The weather-resistant acetal material is suited to the temperature range typical of rooftop and ground-mount PV installations. If you're working in an extreme cold climate (arctic rooftop, mountain-elevation ground mount) or an unusually high-heat environment (metal rooftop in a desert climate with no airflow under panels), verify operating temperature limits with Panduit's application data before specifying at scale. See Panduit's cable tie mounts category for the full clip body and latch ecosystem.
What's in the Box
- 10x Panduit UCCCDL-X130 Universal Cable Clip Latches (cable-down style)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does the UCCCDL-X130 latch attach to — is the clip base included?
A: No. The UCCCDL-X130 is the latch component only for Panduit cable-down style edge clips. The clip base is a separate part. You'll need to match this latch to the appropriate Panduit edge clip body designed for cable-down orientation.
Q: How many PV cables can one assembled clip hold?
A: Each assembled clip (latch plus base) can accommodate up to two PV cables. This is the rated capacity per Panduit's published product description.
Q: Is the UCCCDL-X130 suitable for long-term outdoor UV exposure?
A: Yes. The latch is made from weather-resistant acetal, an engineering thermoplastic selected for its dimensional stability under UV exposure, moisture, and thermal cycling. It is black in color, which also helps with UV resistance compared to unpigmented materials.
Q: How many latches come in a package, and what is the carton quantity?
A: Each package contains 10 latches (package quantity: 10). The full carton quantity is 100 units.
Q: Is the UCCCDL-X130 RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. The UCCCDL-X130 meets RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliance standards, making it suitable for projects with EU environmental material requirements or green procurement specifications.
Q: What are the dimensions of the UCCCDL-X130 latch?
A: The latch measures 12mm (overall height), 7mm / 0.28 in (overall width), and 1.06 in overall length. This compact profile keeps the clip assembly low against the panel frame.
The UCCCDL-X130 is one of those components that looks insignificant until you're on a rooftop in year three of a commercial installation and a latch has backed out from thermal cycling — then it becomes the only thing you're thinking about. The teeth-locking design is the detail that matters here: it's not a friction-fit or a simple snap tab, it's a positive mechanical engagement that resists the repetitive micro-movement that outdoor PV frames produce season over season.
Technical Highlights:
- Acetal Material: Weather-resistant acetal holds dimensional tolerances better than standard nylon under extended UV and heat exposure — important when the latch needs to stay snug against the clip body for the life of a 20-year panel asset.
- Dual Cable Capacity: Each assembled unit (this latch plus a compatible base) handles up to two PV cables — reduces total clip count per panel string and cuts installation time on large commercial arrays.
- 12mm Height / 7mm Width Profile: At 12mm tall and 7mm wide, the assembled clip sits low enough to avoid protruding above panel frame lips on most standard aluminum extrusion racking, keeping the wiring profile clean and minimizing wind-load surface area.
Deployment Considerations:
- This latch ships in packs of 10 with a carton quantity of 100 — for commercial-scale arrays, order at the carton level to avoid per-pack unit cost premium and ensure you have spares on-site for replacements during commissioning.
- The UCCCDL-X130 is the latch only — it does not include the clip base. Confirm your clip base part number before ordering at volume; a mismatch between latch and base will be immediately apparent during installation but will delay completion if you're short the right base on-site.
This latch is the right call for commercial ground-mount and rooftop PV projects where cable management longevity needs to match the panel warranty horizon and where RoHS compliance is a submittal requirement. It's not the right tool for non-solar general cable routing applications.
