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Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« on: August 19, 2018, 09:03:02 AM »
Anyone tell me where I can purchase a cable guide similar to this one? Need something to keep a fridge power cord out of harms way.

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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #1 on: August 19, 2018, 09:08:27 AM »
I got mine from eBay, took a few weeks to get here from China but I guess that is pretty insignificant in comparison to the time it has been now waiting for me to fit ot.

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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #2 on: August 19, 2018, 09:17:33 AM »
I got mine from eBay, took a few weeks to get here from China but I guess that is pretty insignificant in comparison to the time it has been now waiting for me to fit ot.
What did you search for on Ebay? Having trouble finding what I want.
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #3 on: August 19, 2018, 09:21:41 AM »
They are called "Energy Chains".
A quick search found these guys I have no association with them.

http://www.treotham.com.au/catalogue/category/energy-chains/



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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #4 on: August 19, 2018, 09:41:42 AM »
Brilliant. Thanks guys. Found on ebay called "Cable Drag Chain"   :cup:
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #5 on: August 19, 2018, 09:49:39 AM »
They are called "Energy Chains".
A quick search found these guys I have no association with them.

http://www.treotham.com.au/catalogue/category/energy-chains/


I have never heard them called Energy chains before (although they obviously get called that too) but from the linked page

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Energy chains are also commonly referred to as power chain, drag chain, cable chains, cat track, cable carriers etc.


Here is a link to one seller https://ebay.com.au/itm/AU-Black-Nylon-Towline-Cable-Drag-Chain-Wire-Protect-Carrier-CNC-R18-R28-R38/311763716823?hash=item489690cad7%3Am%3AmJnrnevGP3qkA5VVg1IS3wA&var=610650630205

A bit more searching might find a cheaper seller.

Edit, Just realised you have already found one but I'll still post this anyway.


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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #6 on: August 19, 2018, 05:39:23 PM »
We used to use Bretby cable carriers...but they are used for cables that are approx 100mm diameter..and weigh approx 1 ton for each cable..

For anyone with a slide out fridge, they are a great idea !!
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #7 on: August 19, 2018, 06:43:12 PM »
Cable Trunking, RS Components is one supplier. - https://au.rs-online.com/web/c/?sra=oss&r=t&searchTerm=e+chain

punch e-chain or cable trunking into ebay and a fairly wide range should come up.
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #8 on: August 19, 2018, 09:08:48 PM »
Your post was the catalyst for me to install mine, more than once my fridge cable got caught in the end of my track which can result the track trying to slice through the cable and ending the associated fuses life.

Murphy's law had a big impact on the installation though and it took a lot longer than expected, certainly not perfect but serves the purpose.

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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #9 on: August 19, 2018, 09:37:56 PM »
I use occy straps to hold the cords (12V&240V) up out of the way.
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #10 on: August 20, 2018, 08:05:57 AM »
Can you open that track up to put the cable in, or does it have to feed through the centre gap ???
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #11 on: August 20, 2018, 08:11:40 AM »
Normally the energy chain clips open to allow access for laying in what ever they are to be used for.
Being an energy chain they are used for all types hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical energy also for data and control.

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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #12 on: August 20, 2018, 08:16:19 AM »
Just happened to have some at work
we use a fair bit of it.

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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #13 on: August 20, 2018, 10:25:49 AM »
I've used one of these in the past..........

worked a treat.

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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #14 on: August 20, 2018, 10:32:22 AM »
I had my cable catch in the slide so I have now fitted a slit cable protector over it, available in 7mm, 10mm 12 mm diameter etc. anybody who sell auto elec supplies should carry it, bought mine from jaycar.
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #15 on: August 20, 2018, 06:25:54 PM »
I've used one of these in the past..........

worked a treat.

Can you explain what it is please ??
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #16 on: August 20, 2018, 07:30:46 PM »
Can you explain what it is please ??
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #17 on: August 21, 2018, 01:04:17 AM »
I use a cable tie...

Attaches the fridge 12vt feed to the ceiling of the tunnel; off to the side - about 30cm before the inside door frame of the hatch...  (The anderson is at the opening side wall of the tunnel)...

Has never fouled - operates smoothly...

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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #18 on: August 21, 2018, 06:56:50 AM »
Can you explain what it is please ??

I have the same on mine, key holder or pass holder from Officeworks. Retracts by itself and deploys as the fridge draw pulls out. One end cable tied to the back of drawer unit, the other end cable tied to the cable half way, works a treat

https://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/p/rexel-retractable-metal-key-holder-ac9810702

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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #19 on: August 21, 2018, 07:09:10 AM »
Can you explain what it is please ??

We use them on our swipe cards. Clips to your belt and retracts.

I fixed one end to the cable and the other to the cargo barrier above the fridge. As the fridge slides in, the cable retracts lifting it away from the slide........
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #20 on: August 21, 2018, 09:47:33 AM »
I am another user of the Officeworks doohickeys. Been using them for a few years now and think they work a treat.

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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #21 on: August 21, 2018, 10:13:31 AM »
We used to use Bretby cable carriers...but they are used for cables that are approx 100mm diameter..and weigh approx 1 ton for each cable..

For anyone with a slide out fridge, they are a great idea !!
Hahaha I use bretby at work and it may be a little bit of an overkill for the fridge




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« Reply #22 on: August 21, 2018, 10:42:33 AM »
Hahaha I use bretby at work and it may be a little bit of an overkill for the fridge




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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #23 on: August 21, 2018, 11:11:45 AM »
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Haha. How big would that fridge be? 😂😂😂

talk about a drop down fridge slide. GTFO the way :D :D :D
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Re: Where to buy Flexible cable guide
« Reply #24 on: August 21, 2018, 06:27:46 PM »
Hahaha I use bretby at work and it may be a little bit of an overkill for the fridge




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Fairly easy on the surface, but a real pain changing a cable underground !!

But, the cable's big enough, so no voltage drop at the fridge !! ;D
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