Panduit PWB6X8WH Wire Basket Tray
The Panduit PWB6X8WH is a 6" x 8" straight-section wire basket tray with white powder-coated steel construction, UL classified as an equipment grounding conductor per NEC sections 392.3(C) and 392.7(B). Designed for data centers, connected buildings, and industrial automation environments, this tray provides continuous grounding and corrosion resistance across backbone cable routes. Ships in cartons of two units.
Key Features
- UL classified for use as equipment grounding conductor — meets NEC 392.3(C) and 392.7(B) requirements for bonding continuity
- 6" height x 8" width straight section for medium-density power, data, and fiber bundle routing
- White powder-coated finish resists scratches and corrosion while maintaining clean appearance in visible ceiling or plenum installations
- Welded steel construction provides continuous electrical path and mechanical strength for heavy cable loads
- Compatible with Panduit wire basket fittings, covers, and splice plates for modular pathway design
The PWB6X8WH's UL grounding classification addresses NEC Article 392 requirements for cable tray systems used as equipment grounding conductors. Sections 392.3(C) and 392.7(B) mandate bonding continuity across tray sections, fittings, and supports — Panduit's welded construction and tested junction hardware ensure code-compliant electrical continuity without supplemental bonding jumpers in most installations. This simplifies AHJ inspections and reduces labor on data center or IDF backbone routes where cable tray substitutes for traditional conduit grounding. The white powder coat meets ASTM B117 salt-spray testing, resisting oxidation in coastal or high-humidity environments where bare galvanized tray develops surface rust.
Deploy the PWB6X8WH in overhead ladder-rack backbones, under-floor cable highways, or vertical riser shafts where 6" side rails provide clearance for Cat6A/fiber bundles with 2" minimum bend radius, and the 8" load bed accommodates 60–80 lb cable fills per linear foot without deflection. The white finish is specified in clean-room IT spaces, healthcare imaging suites, or corporate offices with open ceilings where visible black tray clashes with architectural finishes. Pair with Panduit's PWB-series horizontal elbows, tees, and reducers to build continuous pathways from MDF to remote IDFs or equipment rows, maintaining the grounding continuity and powder-coat aesthetic across the entire route.
Panduit's wire basket platform is engineered for installations requiring UL grounding classification and NEC Article 392 compliance — critical for jurisdictions enforcing strict bonding documentation. The white powder coat differentiates this SKU from standard mill-galvanized tray, solving aesthetic and corrosion challenges in one product. Covered by manufacturer warranty and ships in two-unit cartons for efficient staging on multi-floor build-outs.
