Zinc melts at 788°F; therefore a zinc-coated steel cable tray might experience serious corrosion problems at these extreme temperatures. At 200°F, fiberglass will lose up to 50% of its rated load. Use of additional supports is necessary to offset the decrease in material strength at temperatures above 100°F. The highest continuous temperature. cable trays are equivalent. The mechanical and electrical characteristics, tests, certifications, overall quality management, recommendations mentioned in this technical guide only apply to our own cable management ranges and cannot under any circumstances be transposed to si osure, overheating or. This white paper describes the use of sensor cable systems from LISTEC GmbH for the early detection of temperature-related hazards in cable trays and supply ducts. It explains typical causes of fire, outlines technical and organisational solutions, and provides recommendations for installation. For a 100° F differential (winter to summer), a steel cable tray will require an expansion joint every 128 feet and an aluminum cable tray every 65 feet. VE 1 Figure 6-9 is a nomograph from which the required metal expansion. ies aluminum alloys (Aluminum Association designation) to manufacture cable tray.