Hook Mat With Cable Management — Integrated Tile Protection and Cable Entry for Solar Installations
The Hook Mat With Cable Management does two jobs in one product: it protects roof tiles during solar installation and routes DC and AC cables cleanly into the roof space — with no tile cutting, no separate cable flashing, and no additional penetrations required.
Built on the same 100% recycled crumb rubber as the original Hook Mat — the installer’s favourite across the UK for Rosemary and plain tile installs — this is the natural next step for jobs where cables need to exit the roof at the fixing point.
Built on the UK's Most Trusted Tile Protector
The original Hook Mat has become the go-to solution for solar installations on Rosemary and plain tile roofs across the UK. With over 1.5 million units sold, installers rely on it for its consistency, durability, and the perfectly balanced flexibility that only 100% recycled crumb rubber delivers.
The Hook Mat With Cable Management carries that same proven construction forward — and adds something the original was never designed to do: get your cables through the roof cleanly, safely, and without any additional work.
Two Problems. One Product.
Installing solar on flat tile roofs involves two distinct challenges at the fixing point. The Hook Mat With Cable Management solves both.
Tile Protection
Rosemary tiles and plain tiles are brittle under the localised pressure of a roof hook. The Hook Mat With Cable Management replaces the tile beneath the fixing point entirely. Its shock-absorbing crumb rubber body absorbs bearing load and vibration, preventing cracking both during installation and across the full service life of the system — exactly as the original Hook Mat does.
No tile cutting. No flashing at the hook position. No risk of pressure damage.
Integrated Cable Entry
The Hook Mat With Cable Management features four independent cable-management channels machined into the underside of the mat. Each channel accepts a single cable ranging from 4mm to 6mm in diameter — compatible with both 4mm and 6mm DC solar cable, as well as AC cable from micro-inverters.
Cables are routed through the channels and directly into the roof space in a single, clean operation. No lead slate. No additional cable entry products. No separate roof penetration.
Four cables. One product. One step.
How It Works Alongside the Original Hook Mat
The Hook Mat With Cable Management is not a replacement for the original Hook Mat — it is a companion to it.
On a typical flat tile solar installation, the majority of fixing positions require tile protection only. The original Hook Mat handles those positions. At the fixing points where cables need to exit the roof — usually one or two positions per installation — the Hook Mat With Cable Management takes over, delivering the same tile protection at those positions while simultaneously managing the cable entry.
The two products are used together on the same job. Same rubber. Same installation process. Different function at the cable exit point.
If you are specifying a flat tile solar installation:
- Use the Hook Mat at all standard fixing positions requiring tile protection only.
- Use the Hook Mat With Cable Management at any position where cables need to pass from the array into the roof space.
Key Features
Four Independent Cable Entry Channels
Four dedicated channels on the underside of the mat allow installers to route multiple cables cleanly beneath the roof tile. Each channel is sized for a single 4–6mm cable, making it easy to separate DC positive, DC negative, and AC micro-inverter cabling while leaving spare capacity for future expansion or additional strings.
Compatible With 4mm DC, 6mm DC, and AC Micro-Inverter Cable
Designed to suit the cable sizes commonly used on residential solar installations, each channel securely accepts cables from 4mm to 6mm in diameter. The universal sizing removes the need for adapters or on-site modification, simplifying installation across a wide range of systems.
Same Shock-Absorbing Crumb Rubber as the Original Hook Mat
Manufactured using the same proven crumb rubber compound as the original Hook Mat, the product delivers long-term protection against tile pressure and vibration. The material remains flexible, UV-stable, and resilient throughout the service life of the solar installation without compressing or degrading over time.
No Tile Cutting Required
Installation follows the same straightforward process as the original Hook Mat. The mat is positioned beneath the tile, cables are routed through the integrated channels, and the hook is installed — all without cutting tiles, fitting flashing, or using specialist tools.
Universal Fit for Rosemary and Plain Tiles
Engineered to suit standard Rosemary and plain tile profiles, the mat provides a reliable fit across the majority of UK domestic tiled roofs. A single product can therefore be used across multiple roof types without modification.
100% Recycled Crumb Rubber
The mat is manufactured from recycled vehicle tyre rubber diverted from landfill and repurposed into a durable rooftop protection material. This high-performance crumb rubber combines sustainability with long-term weather resistance and flexibility for demanding solar installations.
Installation Overview
How to Fit the Hook Mat With Cable Management
- Identify the fixing positions where cables need to exit the roof into the roof space.
- Remove the tile or tiles at those positions.
- Place the Hook Mat With Cable Management into the tile course in their place, with the cable-management channels facing down into the roof.
- Route the required cables — DC and/or AC — through the appropriate channels and down into the roof space.
- Fit the roof hook through the mat as normal.
At all other fixing positions, install the standard Hook Mat as usual.
No cutting, no flashing, no specialist tools required at any stage.
Technical Specification
| Material | 100% recycled crumb rubber |
| Tile compatibility | All Plain and Rosemary flat tiles |
| Mat dimensions | Width 165mm × Length 250mm |
| Cable channels | 4 integrated channels (underside) |
| Cable compatibility | 4mm–6mm DC solar cable; AC micro-inverter cable |
| Cables per channel | 1 |
| Total cable capacity | 4 cables simultaneously |
| Box quantity | 13 per box |
| Installation method | Direct tile replacement |
| Hook compatibility | All standard solar roof hooks and hangers |
| Environmental | Manufactured from recycled end-of-life tyres |
Supplied in Boxes of 13
The Hook Mat With Cable Management is supplied in boxes of 13 — a practical site quantity designed to work alongside boxes of the original Hook Mat. Order the right mix for each job: standard Hook Mats for the fixing positions, cable management mats for the exit points.
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Available to trade accounts in boxes of 13. Contact the team for volume pricing, product samples, or technical support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Hook Mat and the Hook Mat With Cable Management?
The original Hook Mat provides shock-absorbing tile protection at the roof hook fixing point — it replaces the tile beneath the hook, preventing cracking and eliminating the need to cut tiles. The Hook Mat With Cable Management does exactly the same thing, with the addition of four integrated cable entry channels on the underside of the mat. These channels allow DC and AC cables to be routed from the solar array through the roof and into the roof space in the same step as the hook installation.
The two products are designed to be used together on the same job: standard Hook Mats at all tile-protection-only positions, and Hook Mats With Cable Management at the positions where cables need to exit the roof.
How many cables can the Hook Mat With Cable Management handle?
Four cables simultaneously — one per channel. Each of the four channels accepts a single cable ranging from 4mm to 6mm in diameter, covering 4mm DC, 6mm DC, and AC cable from micro-inverters.
Can I use the Hook Mat With Cable Management as a standard tile protector, without routing any cables?
Yes. The cable channels are on the underside of the mat and do not affect the performance of the product as a tile protector. It can be used at any fixing position as a direct replacement for the standard Hook Mat if needed.
Is the Hook Mat With Cable Management compatible with micro-inverter AC cable?
Yes. The four cable channels each accept cables from 4mm to 6mm in diameter. AC cable from micro-inverters falls within this range and is fully compatible.
Does it fit the same tile types as the original Hook Mat?
Yes. The Hook Mat With Cable Management is designed for all plain and Rosemary flat tile profiles — the same tile compatibility as the original Hook Mat. No modification or adjustment is required for any standard flat tile roof.
What is the Hook Mat With Cable Management made from?
100% recycled crumb rubber — the same material used in the original Hook Mat. Produced from end-of-life vehicle tyres, it is flexible, UV-stable, and built to last the full service life of a solar PV installation without degrading or losing its protective properties.
Do I still need a cable flashing or lead slate if I use the Hook Mat With Cable Management?
The Hook Mat With Cable Management routes cables through integrated channels in the mat body and into the roof space, removing the need for a separate cable entry product at that position. For most domestic installations, this eliminates the need for a cable flashing or lead slate at the cable exit point entirely.
How many come in a box?
The Hook Mat With Cable Management is supplied in boxes of 13.