Cable tray prices in the UK range from approximately £0.25 to over £400 per unit depending on size, material, and duty rating.

Overview of Prices by Supplier and Type

1. CMW Ltd

• Standard duty steel trays (3m length, 50mm width): £8.59 ex VAT (£10.31 inc VAT)
• Medium duty steel trays (3m length, 225mm width): £25.19 ex VAT (£30.23 inc VAT)
• Heavy duty or larger trays (450mm width, 3m length): £58.79 ex VAT (£70.55 inc VAT)
• Accessories like couplers and risers range from £2.75 to £19.19 ex VAT depending on size and type . 2. RS Components
• Electrogalvanised steel 3m trays (100mm x 60mm): £18.23/unit ex VAT
• 304 Stainless Steel 3m cable basket trays (60mm x 60mm): £33.76/unit ex VAT
• Larger 3m trays (200mm x 60mm, galvanised steel): £37.35/unit ex VAT
• Hot-dipped galvanised or stainless steel trays can exceed £50/unit depending on width and thickness . 3. Direct Channel & Channel and Tray
• Medium duty 50mm x 3m pre-galvanised trays: £4.92–£10.83 ex VAT
• Heavy duty 50mm x 3m hot-dipped galvanised trays: £7.50–£17.00 ex VAT
• 75mm and 150mm trays range from £4.17 to £17.08 ex VAT depending on duty and finish . 4. CPC UK
• Under-desk cable trays (light duty, 500mm): £15.82–£26.50 ex VAT
• Enclosure vertical trays (150mm x 27U): £45.20 ex VAT
• Prices vary by brand and size, with smaller office trays starting around £18–£32 ex VAT . 5. Legrand & YESSS Electrical
• Pre-galvanised steel 3m trays (50mm x 50mm): £19.44/unit ex VAT
• Hot-dipped galvanised 3m trays (75mm x 50mm): £52.35/unit ex VAT
• Stainless steel 3m trays (50mm x 54mm): £67.25/unit ex VAT
• Medium to heavy-duty trays for industrial use can exceed £100/unit depending on material and width .

Key Factors Affecting Price

• Material: Stainless steel and hot-dipped galvanised trays are more expensive than pre-galvanised or mild steel.
• Duty rating: Light duty trays are cheaper, medium and heavy duty trays cost more due to higher load capacity.
• Size: Width and length directly influence cost; wider and longer trays are more expensive.
• Accessories: Couplers, bends, risers, and covers add to the total cost.
• Supplier and brand: Premium brands like Legrand or RS PRO tend to have higher prices than generic or local UK manufacturers.

Summary

For UK projects, small light-duty trays start around £0.25–£5 per unit, medium-duty trays typically range £4–£40 per 3m length, and heavy-duty or stainless steel trays can exceed £50–£400 per unit depending on size and material. Accessories such as couplers, bends, and risers generally cost £0.38–£20 ex VAT. Prices are generally quoted excluding VAT, with free delivery often available for orders over £50–£100 . For precise pricing, it is recommended to contact suppliers directly with your required tray dimensions, material, and duty rating to obtain a tailored quote.