What is used to build an offset in a cable tray system?

An offset in a cable tray system is essential for allowing the trays to navigate around obstacles while maintaining a clean and organized pathway for cables. Swivel plates are specifically designed to facilitate this type of maneuvering by providing the flexibility needed to change direction without causing stress on the cables or the tray system itself.

Swivel plates can adjust to various angles, which enables a precise offset to be created, accommodating the layout of the installation site effectively. Their ability to rotate helps in aligning the cable trays at the desired height and angle, ensuring that the cables can run smoothly without kinking or damaging.

The other options, while they may be components of a cable tray system, do not serve the same purpose for creating offsets. Plastic connectors and plastic bends, for instance, may offer some degree of flexibility but generally are not designed for the same level of adjustability needed to create effective offsets as swivel plates do. Metal clamps might be used for securing trays but lack the functionality required to create an offset. Therefore, swivel plates are the most suitable choice for building an offset in a cable tray system.