AFR4RA - Computers and Peripherals Panduit - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Cable Raceway Channel & Fittings System
Brand	Panduit
Model	AFR4RA
Application	Power, Data, and Audio/Video Cable Management
Channel Dimensions (approx.)	Outer channels: 0.111" (THN), 0.13", 0.164" fill; Inner channels: 0.24", 0.3", 0.24" fill
Maximum Cable Fill	40% or 60% depending on cable type (THN, Cat6, Cat6A)
Cable Types Supported	THN/THWN/T90 14-24 AWG, Cat6, Cat6A, Cat6A SD
Mounting Surface	Concrete, drywall, wood (appropriate hardware required)
Included Hardware	Concrete screws (5/32" drill bit needed)
Additional Components (sold separately)	Couplers, End Caps, Junction Boxes, Wall Transitions, Table Legs
Installation Method	Screw mount (adhesive strip only for positioning)
Cover Type	Tamper-proof, not intended for easy removal
Material	PVC or similar thermoplastic (assumed)
Color	White or light grey (typical)
Operating Temperature	Indoor use, 0-50°C (typical)
Compliance	UL Temperature Rise Test (as per manual)
Maintenance	Wipe with damp cloth, no harsh chemicals

Frequently Asked Questions - AFR4RA Panduit

What is the Panduit AFR4RA used for?

The AFR4RA is a raceway channel system designed for routing and organizing power cables (THN/THWN/T90) and data cables (Cat6, Cat6A) in commercial or industrial environments.

Can the AFR4RA be mounted on drywall?

Yes, for Greenfield applications (new construction), the channel can be mounted on 1/2" or 5/8" drywall using the provided standoff. For existing installations, follow Brownfield instructions to cut a hole in drywall between studs.

What tools are needed for installation?

You will need a 5/32" concrete drill bit for concrete screws, a screwdriver or drill, and possibly a level. For drywall, a drywall saw or hole cutter is required.

How many cables can I put in the AFR4RA?

Fill capacity depends on cable type. For example, THN 14 AWG can fill up to 40% of the outer or inner channel. Cat6A can fill up to 60%. Refer to the fill tables in the manual for exact numbers.

Is the adhesive strip sufficient to hold the raceway?

No, the adhesive strip is only a positioning aid during installation. The raceway must be secured with mechanical fasteners (screws) into the mounting surface.

Can I use this raceway under a table for a desk?

Yes, the AFR4RA includes a table leg transition fitting for mounting under a table. The channel should be cut 3-1/2" to 4" shorter than the distance from floor to table underside.

Are covers removable after installation?

Covers are tamper-proof and not intended for easy removal. Route cables before installing covers, as they snap into place securely.

What is the maximum allowable gap between base and cover for the end cap?

When installing the end cap, the base can extend beyond the cover by a maximum of 0.3" (7.6 mm) to ensure proper engagement.

Does the AFR4RA support both power and data cables in the same channel?

Yes, the divided insert application allows separating power and data cables. The manual shows configurations for power/data, data-only, and power-only applications.

Where can I find replacement fittings for the AFR4RA?

Replacement fittings such as couplers, end caps, junction boxes, and transitions are available from Panduit or authorized distributors. Check the Panduit website for part numbers.

USER MANUAL AFR4RA Panduit

Raceway Channel	See Fig.	Electrical Cables			Data Grade Cables
		14	12	10	24 AWG		24 AWG		24 AWG
		THN/THWN/T90			Cat 6		Cat 6A		Cat 6A (SD)
		0.111	0.13	0.164	0.24		0.3		0.24
		Fill			Fill		Fill		Fill
		Max	Max	Max	Spec	Max	Spec	Max	Spec	Max
		UL Temp Rise Test			40%	60%	40%	60%	40%	60%
Outer Channels (with screws installed)	A	21	15	10	3	4	2	3	3	4
Inner Channels	B	24	17	11	3	5	2	3	3	5

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Themountinghardwareusedtosecure theracewayshallbeappropriateforthe mountingsurface.

Screwsprovidedwithracewayare intendedforinstallationonaconcrete surface.

NOTES:

• An adhesive strip may serve only as a positioning aid during the installation process. The raceway shall be secured by mechanical fasteningmeans.
• Holes for mounting raceway and associated fittings should be predrilled into infrastructure prior to the installation of the mounting hardware.
  •A5/32"concretedrillbitisneededfortheprovidedconcretescrews.

BASE&COVER

COUPLER

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Staggerbase jointandcover couplingjointto strengthen assembly.

RIGHTANGLE

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TRANSITIONTOT70

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ENDCAP

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Ensureendcapandcoverarefullyengagedasshown.0.3"ismaximumallowabledistancebasecanextendbeyondcoverwheninstalling cap.

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JUNCTIONBOX
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Ensureendcapand coupler(s)connectto junctionboxcoveras shown[8places]
Note: JunctionBoxcanbeassembledbetweenworacewaypathswiththeuseoftwocouplerfittings. Endcapinstallationsshownasreference.

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BREAKOUTSFORCONDUITAPPLICATIONS

DIVIDEDINSERTAPPLICATIONPOWER/DATAAPPLICATIONDATAAPPLICATIONPOWERAPPLICATION

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WALLTRANSITION

GREENFIELDAPPLICATIONS-NEWCONSTRUCTION

1/2"drywallapplication5/8"drywallapplication
Determine if you will use 1/2" or 5/8" drywall. Orient standoffasshownfordesiredapplication.
lfinstallingintoexistinginfrastructure,continuetoBrownfieldapplicationinstructions.
Securebasetosoleboardandroute cablesandwiringasdesired.Donot overtightenscrewsasflooringinstallationmayrequireadjustments.
Adjustwalltransitionfittingbaseheight duringflooringinstallation.Afterdrywall andflooringhavebeeninstalled,secure transitionfittingbasetothefloorusing appropriatehardware.
ContinuewithStep4ofBrownfieldapplicationinstructions.

**OnlyusestandofforGreenfield applications**

BROWNFIELDAPPLICATIONS-EXISTINGINFRASTRUCTURE

Cutholeindrywallbetweenstudstothe dimensionsshown.

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TABLELEG

INSTALLATIONBETWEEN2RACEWAYCHANNELS

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Centeroftablelegtransitionfittingwillsitapproximately3-1/4"fromtheedgeoftheracewaycover.
Routecablespriortoinstallingtheracewaycover.
NOTE: Desired hole in table should be offset from table leg center to accommodate proper mountingoftableleg.
Measuretheheight fromthefloortothe undersideofthetable. Channelshouldbe between3-1/2"to4" shorterthanthemeasuredheight.Ifnecessary,cutchannelfrom bottomedgetoaccommodate.

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Securemountingbrackettotopofchannelusingprovidedhardware. Usethetopholeofthechannelforassembly.Donotfullytightenthe mountingbracketatthistime.

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Ensurecouplersconnecttobottomtransition bootsasshown. [4Places]

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Routecablespriortoinstallingcovers.Coversaretamper-proof andarenotintendedforeasyremoval.
Assembletoptransitionbootstoeachother. Transitionbootlatcheswill mounttothesteppedflangesofthemountingbracket.
Ifaddedstiffnessisdesired,securebottomofchannelusingprovidedhardwareinthelowermostholesofthechannel.

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INSTALLATIONASSTANDALONEORWITHSINGLESIDERACEWAYCHANNEL

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NOTE: For single side raceway application; above floor raceway should be mounted prior to table leg installation. Centeroftablelegwillsitapproximately3-1/4"fromtheedgeoftheracewaycover.Routecablespriorto installingtheracewaycover.

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NOTE: Desired hole in table should be offset from table leg center to accommodate proper mounting of table leg.

NOTE: Desired hole in table should be offset from table leg center to accommodate proper mounting of table leg.

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INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

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Securemountingbracketstotopandbottomofchannelusingprovided hardware. Usetheholesclosesttotheendsofthechannelforassembly. Donotfullytightenthemountingbracketatthistime.

Pre-drillholesininfrastructureifnecessary.Secure bottommountingbrackettofloorwithproperhardware.(Concretescrewsprovided)

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Ensurechannelislevel.Securetopmounting brackettoundersideoftableusingprovided hardware.

TransitionBootLatch

Assemblebottomtransitionbootstogether.Transitionboot latches(showninstep7)willmountosteppedflangesofthe mountingbrackets.Placebottomofchannelontopofcap-tureledgeoftransitionboots.
Tightenallmountingbracketscrewstothechannelatthis time.

Routecablespriortoinstallingcovers.Coversaretamper proofandarenotintendedforeasyremoval.

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