Cable Management: Raceway vs. Cord Cover vs. Wire Loom

 

If you've ever tried to clean up a mess of cables, you've probably seen terms like "cable raceway," "cord cover," and "wire loom." They might seem similar, but each has a specific purpose. Here’s a simple guide to help you choose the right cable management product from EZ Hidewire for your setup.

 

1. Cable Raceway – EZ Hidewire Surface Cable Raceway

  • Best for: Hiding and organizing cables along walls, ceilings, or baseboards.

  • Material: Rigid plastic with adhesive backing.

  • Installation: Peel-and-stick adhesive or screw-mounted.

  • Look: Sleek and professional; paintable to match walls.

  • Use case: Great for home offices, entertainment centers, or under-desk setups.

EZ Hidewire’s surface raceway offers a clean and simple solution for routing cables without damaging your walls.

2. Cord Cover – EZ Hidewire Rubber Duct and Drop-Over Protectors

  • Best for: Protecting cables that run across floors in high-traffic areas.

  • Material: Heavy-duty rubber or polyurethane.

  • Installation: Lay over the cables or secure with adhesive tape.

  • Look: Slight bump or channel depending on model; comes in black, gray, and safety yellow.

  • Use case: Ideal for trade shows, offices, warehouses, and garages.

EZ Hidewire’s Drop-Over Cord Covers are perfect for creating a safer space while keeping cables organized and protected.

3. Wire Loom – EZ Hidewire Split Wire Loom Tubing

  • Best for: Bundling and protecting cables under desks, inside cars, or server racks.

  • Material: Flexible, corrugated polyethylene.

  • Installation: Feed cables through the pre-slit tubing.

  • Look: Coiled black tubing; flexible and easy to cut. 

  • Use case: Common in automotive, A/V setups, and desktop cable management.

Our split wire loom tubing is an affordable, effective way to group and protect your wires from abrasion, dust, and tangling.

Quick Comparison Chart

Feature Surface Raceway (EZ Hidewire) Drop-Over Cord Cover (EZ Hidewire) Split Wire Loom (EZ Hidewire)
Flexibility Rigid Semi-flexible Highly flexible
Installation Adhesive/Screw Lay down/Adhesive Slide-in
Best Location Walls/Baseboards Floors Inside furniture/cars
Look Sleek, paintable Visible, bump-like Ribbed, functional
Use Case Home/Office setups Foot traffic areas Internal cable bundling

Final Thoughts

Whether you're organizing your workspace or preparing a venue for a public event, choosing the right cable management product makes a huge difference in safety, appearance, and functionality. At EZ Hidewire, we offer reliable, easy-to-install solutions for every environment.

Need help choosing the right product? Contact us—our team is ready to help!

 

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