CMP Cleats: Secure, Durable Cable Management for Electrical Installations
Introduction to CMP Cleats
What Are CMP Cleats
Cleveland Cable Company is one of the UK's largest suppliers of CMP cleats. CMP Cleats are specialised cable management devices designed to securely hold and retain cables in position during fitting and throughout their operational life. Developed for both single- and multi-core cable applications, CMP Cleats prevent cables from moving during electrical faults, thereby averting potential hazards and ensuring a neat, organised setup. Whether installed indoors or outdoors, their products provide a structured arrangement that minimises the risks commonly associated with loose or unrestrained cabling.
Why Are They Important for Electrical Installations?
Proper cable management is crucial for maintaining safety and compliance with industry standards. CMP Cleats play a vital role in this, delivering reliable cable retention that protects electrical systems from mechanical stress, vibration, and short-circuit forces. Their use is to protect the system during a short-circuit event. Cable cleats are not just a compliance item; they’re a critical part of a well engineered, maintainable cable management strategy. For electrical engineers, contractors, and professionals, choosing the right cable cleats is essential for ensuring longevity and safety.
Types of CMP Cable Cleats
CMP offers a comprehensive range of metallic and non-metallic cable cleats to suit a wide variety of applications and cable arrangements. These include:
- Single/Multi Cleats: Perfect for securing a single cable along its route
- Trefoil Cleats: Engineered for use with three-phase cable systems, holding three single-core cables in a trefoil (triangular) formation.
- Quad-Cable Cleats: Designed for projects where multiple cables need to be secured together in a parallel arrangement.
- Fire Performance Cleats: Designed to maintain cable retention in fire conditions, preventing collapse where insulation or primary supports may fail.
Single & Multi Cleats
Trefoil Cleats
Quad-Cleats
- Saturn
- Venus
- Mercury
- Cyclone (I, II & III)
Fire Performance
- Solace
- Themis
Each type is available in multiple sizes and a wide range of fixing packs to suit any installations requirements, including C-clamps to provide a solution to fixing when securing direct into the sub structure is not an option.
Features of CMP Products
CMP cable cleats stand out for their innovation, precision engineering, and user-centred features, including:
- Simple tool-assisted fitting methods.
- High mechanical strength to contain short-circuit forces.
- Versatile mounting options for different cable trays or containment systems.
- Independently tested and compliant with IEC 61914 for short-circuit performance.
Materials Used in CMP Cleats
Benefits of Aluminium and Stainless Steel
CMP Cleats are primarily constructed from premium materials like aluminium and stainless steel. These metals have been chosen for their exceptional mechanical and chemical properties, providing a solid foundation for cable management systems.
- Aluminium: Lightweight and corrosion-resistant - ideal for installations where reduced structural load and ease of handling are important – options include: 5000 Series and LM20 high-pressure die cast.
- 316L Stainless Steel: Known for its superior strength and resistance to chemical and environmental factors, stainless steel is ideal for harsh, corrosive environments.
- Polymetric Cleats: Low Smoke and Fume Zero Halogen (LSF0H), Phosphorus-free, V0 Nylon
- Standard Liner: Low Smoke & Fume (LSF), Zero Halogen (LS0H) and Phosphorus Free
We also offer isolation pads for use when dissimilar metals are unavoidable, to eliminate the risk of galvanic corrosion throughout the cable system.
Durability and Corrosion Resistance
Longevity is a key attribute of all CMP Cleats. The use of robust, corrosion-resistant materials ensures the cleats maintain their structural integrity even in demanding industrial or outdoor settings. This durability safeguards cables against potential damage from weathering, chemical exposure, and mechanical impacts, ensuring reliable performance throughout the electrical system's lifetime.
CMP offer cleats with the option of a range of anti-corrosion coatings, including:
- Epoxy coatings
- Polyester coatings
- Thermoplastic coatings
Why Are CMP Cleats Easy To Use?
Best Practices for Installation
CMP Cleats are engineered for straightforward and efficient installation. To maximise their effectiveness:
- Select the correct cleat size and type for your cable and application.
- Ensure proper spacing per manufacturer guidelines to effectively contain short-circuit forces.
- Secure cleats to the appropriate cable tray or containment system using compatible fasteners, C-clamps, basket clips & bespoke fixing solutions where necessary are also available.
Following these practices ensures good engineering practice to ensure the full cable management system is neat and tidy.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using the incorrect size or type for the cable arrangement.
- Spacing cleats too far apart, risking insufficient cable retention during a fault.
- Over- or under-tightening the cleats can damage cables or reduce containment capability.
By adhering to CMP’s installation guidance, electrical professionals can achieve a secure and robust solution every time.
Conclusion and Recommendations – Why Buy?
Summary of Key Points
CMP Cleats offer unparalleled solutions for cable management, ensuring operational safety, system reliability, and adherence to international standards. With options in aluminium, stainless steel & polymetric, they offer durability and corrosion resistance, making them suited for any environment. Their ease of installation, broad product range, and proven performance make them the top choice for electrical engineers and contractors keen to maintain high safety and quality standards.
Why Choose Cleveland Cable?
- UK’s largest stock of cable
- Proud partnership with CMP
- High-quality products certified to British and EMEA standards
- Competitive pricing with fast UK and international delivery
- Expert technical support for cable containment and accessories
- In-house BSI testing laboratory ensuring premium quality control
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