For non-trade: Where to obtain Centaur Dado Trunking accessories?

DonnyDave

I have a length of Campus PVCu Dado Trunking (100mm x 50mm) and would like to purchase some accessory boxes and end pieces for it. Product information is here:

http://www.centaurmfg.co.uk/products/the-campus-range.php

Googling reveals that CEF deals in Centaur stuff, but as I'm not a tradesman, I doubt they'd serve me.

The only other outlet I found is this one, but they don't list end pieces:
http://www.cwl.org.uk/shop/category_7/Centaur-Boxes.html?shop_param=cid%3D%26

I've looked on eBay (both past and present listings) for Centaur trunking and found nothing for this type of dado trunking.

Any ideas?

I'm only looking for a small quantity, say 5 double boxes (CSPB 2) and two singles (CSPB 1) along with two end caps (CES 42).

Owain_Moneysaver

I don't see why CEF wouldn't serve you, but they will probably expect you to buy full boxes (usually 10 of something)

DonnyDave

Owain_Moneysaver wrote: »

I don't see why CEF wouldn't serve you, but they will probably expect you to buy full boxes (usually 10 of something)

Thanks. I assumed they dealt only with the trade.

I'll approach them and see what they say.

fluffpot

I'm sure CEF will rip you off (sorry, sell it to you) although you'll end up paying over the odds if you've not got a trade account, but you don't have much choice, eh?

DonnyDave

I just got a reply from John at CWL and he says that they do do the end pieces for £2.40 plus VAT and P&P!

will-he-payitoff

You can use normal metal flush backboxes and fix them to the wall.

DonnyDave

Thanks for the guidance.

Can you tell me how the dividers work?

See page 4 of this PDF for a picture of the trunking in question.

Basically the strips that the dividers fit on to are 22mm from each side, so there is a gap of 47mm in between which isn't big enough for an accessory box.

So presumably the divider needs cutting where the accessory box it, i.e. so it butts up to either side box?

When dividing into different compartments, does it need two dividing strips? If so, then that gives three compartments. Is this correct? I guess that the middle compartment isn't useable for cables as it will be blocked by boxes.


BTW, I'm using it at home, about a metre in length fitted on the wall above my desk, but just curious to know how it works and appreciate the guidance.

muckybutt

DonnyDave wrote: »

Thanks for the guidance.

Can you tell me how the dividers work?

See page 4 of this PDF for a picture of the trunking in question.

Basically the strips that the dividers fit on to are 22mm from each side, so there is a gap of 47mm in between which isn't big enough for an accessory box.

So presumably the divider needs cutting where the accessory box it, i.e. so it butts up to either side box? Yes

When dividing into different compartments, does it need two dividing strips? If so, then that gives three compartments. Is this correct? Yes I guess that the middle compartment isn't useable for cables as it will be blocked by boxes. Normally use the centre compartment for mains cables, you should be able to get cables over and under / behind the accessory box.

The top and bottom compartments can be used for data cables etc but you could use them for power if needed, just dont mix data and power circuits in the same compartment.

DonnyDave

I ordered from Cablenet Wholesale. They will supply quite a number of manufacturers' of trunking accessories. I got back boxes and two end caps for my trunking.

I have one question. What about removing the lid to make changes once it's all done? Is it necessary to leave somewhere to take it all apart or is there a knack (without damaging it with marks where it's been prized apart with the blade of a screwdriver)?

The end piece has a slot for a screw to secure it, so that won't be able to be removed without the top cover being removed. I suppose that it could be slid along.

will-he-payitoff

Take a socket off and lift the lid from there.