legrand 1517 Over Floor Raceway Installation Guide

: September 3, 2024
: Legrand

Table of Contents

legrand 1517 Over Floor Raceway
Product Usage Instructions
1500 Series Raceway System Layout
OVER FLOOR RACEWAY
Ordering Information
OVERFLOOR RACEWAY INDEX
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legrand 1517 Over Floor Raceway

Product Specifications

Brand: Wiremold / Open Space

Product Name: 1500 Series Overfloor Raceway
Code Reference: cULus Listed Underfloor Raceways: File E4376 Guide RJBT. Fittings: File E41751 Guide RJPR. Meets Article 386 of NEC. Meets Section 12-1600 of CEC.
Color Options: Available in galvanized steel unless otherwise indicated in the part number description.

Product Usage Instructions

System Components
The 1500 Series Raceway system includes various components such as:

G. 1517 Internal Elbow
H. 1518 External Elbow
I. 2642D Junction Box
J. 2686FO Transition Feed Fitting
K. 2600 Series Overfloor Steel Raceway
L. 2400 Series Raceway
M. V500 500/700 Series Raceway
N. 1500 Raceway Base & Cover
O. 1/2 Conduit or Armored Cable

Wire Fill Capacities
The raceway supports different cable/wire sizes for both communications and power:

Communications:
- Unshielded Twisted Pair
- Coaxial Fiber
- Refer to the provided table for wire fill capacities based on cable/wire size.
Power:
- THHN/THWN Wire Size (14 AWG, 12 AWG, 10 AWG)
- Refer to the provided table for wire fill capacities based on wire size.

Installation Instructions
Follow these steps to install the 1500 Series Overfloor Raceway:

Identify the layout and components needed for your installation.
Securely attach the raceway base to the floor using appropriate fasteners.
Assemble the raceway components including elbows, junction boxes, and transition fittings as required.
Route the cables/wires through the raceway ensuring proper organization and fill capacities are maintained.
Secure the raceway cover in place.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What are the available color options for the 1500 Series Raceway components?
A: The components are available in galvanized steel unless specified otherwise in the part number description.
Q: How do I determine the wire fill capacities for communications and power cables?
A: Refer to the provided tables in the user manual that list the wire fill capacities based on cable/wire size for communications and power applications.
Q: Are there specific tools required for cover removal or installation?
A: Yes, a cover removal tool is available for the 1500 and 2600 Series Overfloor Raceways to assist in cover removal.

WIREMOLD / OPEN SPACE
1500 SERIES™ OVERFLOOR RACEWAY

Wiremold® 1500 Series™ Steel Raceway provides permanent protection for overfloor cabling in high traffic areas.

CODE REFERENCE
cULus Listed Underfloor Raceways: File E4376 Guide RJBT.

Fittings : File E41751 Guide RJPR. Meets Article 386 of NEC.
Meets Section 12-1600 of CEC.

1500 Series Raceway System Layout

OVER FLOOR RACEWAY

NOTE : Illustration is for showing product applications only.

KEY

A. V1517B Adapter Fitting
B. 1528 Utility Box
C. 1585 Combination Connector
D. 1546A Single Receptacle Box
E. 1546B Duplex Receptacle Box
F. 1511 90° Flat Elbow
G. 1517 Internal Elbow
H. 1518 External Elbow
I. 2642D Junction Box
J. 2686FO Transition Feed Fitting
K. 2600 Series Overfloor Steel Raceway
L. 2400 Series Raceway
M. V500 500/700 Series Raceway
N. 1500 Raceway Base & Cover
O. 1/2″ Conduit or Armored Cable

COLOR OPTIONS

1500 Series™ Raceway components are available in galvanized steel unless otherwise indicated in the part number description.

WIREMOLD / OPEN SPACE
1500 SERIES™ OVERFLOOR RACEWAY

Ordering Information

1500 Series Raceway Wire Fill Capacities for Communications

| CABLE/WIRE SIZE| O.D. (Approx. Inches| dia.) (mm)| 40% FILL
---|---|---|---|---
UNSHIELDED| 4-pair, 24 AWG, Cat 3| 0.190| (4.8)| 3
TWISTED PAIR| 4-pair, 24 AWG, Cat 5e| 0.210| (5.3)| 2
| 4-pair, 24 AWG, Cat 6| 0.250| (6.3)| 1
| 4-pair, 24 AWG, Cat 6a*| 0.354| (9.0)| 0
| 25-pair, 24 AWG| 0.410| (10.4)| 0
COAXIAL| RG6/U| 0.270| (6.9)| 1
FIBER| ZipCord| 0.118 x 0.236| (3 x 6)| 3
| Round 4 Strand Fiber| 0.187| (4.8)| 3
| Round 6 Strand Fiber| 0.256| (6.5)| 1

1500 Series Raceway Wire Fill Capacities for Power

WIRE SIZE THHN/THWN| O.D. (Approx. Inches| dia.)

(mm)

| NO. OF CONDUCTORS 40% FILL
---|---|---|---
14 AWG| 0.111| (2.8)| 9
12 AWG| 0.130| (3.3)| 6
10 AWG| 0.164| (4.2)| 4

NOTE: For additional information, refer to the Technical Section. * Category 6 augmented (6a) cable for 10 gigabit ethernet – max allowed cable diameter per addenda No. 11 ANSI TIA/EIA 568-B.2.

1500-10 Raceway Base & Cover
.040” (1.0mm) galvanized steel. Packed ten 10’ (3m) lengths per carton. Base has 9/32” (7.1mm) diameter mounting holes on centers of approximately 8”
(203mm).
656 Cover Removal Tool
For removing cover of 1500 and 2600 Series Overfloor Raceways.
1500WC Wire Clip
For holding conductors in place. Not UL Listed.
1502 Fiber Bushing
Protects wires from abrasion. Slips into open end of 1500 Series Raceway where it enters a fitting.
1504 Strap
Two-hole strap. Use to fasten 1500 Series Raceway to surfaces at any point desired.
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1511 90° Flat Elbow
For right angle turns on the same surface.
1517 Internal Elbow
For internal 90° corners.
V1517B Adapter Fitting
To feed to or from 500 or 700 Series Raceway on wall to 1500 Series Raceway on floor. Ivory finish.
1518 External Elbow
For external 90° corners.

WIREMOLD / PERIMETER SYSTEMS 1500 SERIES™ OVERFLOOR RACEWAY

Wiremold® 1500 Series™ Steel Raceway provides permanent protection for overfloor cabling in high traffic areas.

CODE REFERENCE
cULus Listed Underfloor Raceways: File E4376 Guide RJBT.
Fittings: File E41751 Guide RJPR. Meets Article 386 of NEC.
Meets Section 12-1600 of CEC.

1500 Series Raceway System Layout

NOTE : Illustration is for showing product applications only.

KEY

A. V1517B Adapter Fitting
B. 1528 Utility Box
C. 1585 Combination Connector
D. 1546A Single Receptacle Box
E. 1546B Duplex Receptacle Box
F. 1511 90° Flat Elbow
G. 1517 Internal Elbow
H. 1518 External Elbow
I. 2642D Junction Box
J. 2686FO Transition Feed Fitting
K. 2600 Series Overfloor Steel Raceway
L. 2400 Series Raceway
M. V500 500/700 Series Raceway
N. 1500 Raceway Base & Cover
O. 1/2″ Conduit or Armored Cable

COLOR OPTIONS

1500 Series™ Raceway components are available in galvanized steel unless otherwise indicated in the part number description.

WIREMOLD / PERIMETER SYSTEMS 1500 SERIES™ OVERFLOOR RACEWAY

Ordering Information

1500 Series Raceway Wire Fill Capacities for Communications

| CABLE/WIRE SIZE| O.D. (Approx Inches| dia.) (mm)| 40% FILL
---|---|---|---|---
UNSHIELDED| 4-pair, 24 AWG, Cat 3| 0.190| (4.8)| 3
TWISTED PAIR| 4-pair, 24 AWG, Cat 5e| 0.210| (5.3)| 2
| 4-pair, 24 AWG, Cat 6| 0.250| (6.3)| 1
| 4-pair, 24 AWG, Cat 6a*| 0.354| (9.0)| 0
| 25-pair, 24 AWG| 0.410| (10.4)| 0
COAXIAL| RG6/U| 0.270| (6.9)| 1
FIBER| ZipCord| 0.118 x 0.236| (3 x 6)| 3
| Round 4 Strand Fiber| 0.187| (4.8)| 3
| Round 6 Strand Fiber| 0.256| (6.5)| 1

1500 Series Raceway Wire Fill Capacities for Power

WIRE SIZE THHN/THWN| O.D. (Approx. Inches| dia.)

(mm)

| NO. OF CONDUCTORS 40% FILL
---|---|---|---
14 AWG| 0.111| (2.8)| 9
12 AWG| 0.130| (3.3)| 6
10 AWG| 0.164| (4.2)| 4

NOTE: For additional information, refer to the Technical Section.

Category 6 augmented (6a) cable for 10 gigabit ethernet – max allowed cable diameter per addenda No. 11 ANSI TIA/EIA 568-B.2.

OVERFLOOR RACEWAY INDEX

1500-10 Raceway Base & Cover
.040” (1.0mm) galvanized steel. Packed ten 10’ (3m) lengths per carton. Base has 9/32” (7.1mm) diameter mounting holes on centers of approximately 8”
(203mm).
656 Cover Removal Tool
For removing cover of 1500 and 2600 Series Overfloor Raceways.
1500WC Wire Clip
For holding conductors in place. Not UL Listed.
1502 Fiber Bushing
Protects wires from abrasion. Slips into open end of 1500 Series Raceway where it enters a fitting.
1504 Strap
Two-hole strap. Use to fasten 1500 Series Raceway to surfaces at any point desired.
WWW.LEGRAND.US/WIREMOLD
1511 90° Flat Elbow
For right angle turns on the same surface.
1517 Internal Elbow
For internal 90° corners.
V1517B Adapter Fitting
To feed to or from 500 or 700 Series Raceway on wall to 1500 Series Raceway on floor. Ivory finish.
1518 External Elbow
For external 90° corners.