How much weight can a strut nut hold?
How much weight can a strut nut hold?
Beam Loading – Unistrut P1000 – 1-5/8″ x 1-5/8″, 12 Gauge Metal Framing Channel
| Span (in) | Max Allowable Uniform Load (lbs) | Defl at Uniform load (in) |
|---|---|---|
| 144 | 280 | 2.00 |
| 168 | 240 | 2.72 |
| 192 | 210 | 3.55 |
What is strut channel nut?
Strut channel nuts are used to place and secure fittings, electrical panels, junction boxes, or piping clamps within channels or conduits. They consist of a nut with grooves on the side that fit over side of the channel edge and a screw hole.
What is deep Unistrut?
The P5500 Series Unistrut Channel features solid and slotted 12 gauge channel that is 1-5/8″ wide x 2-7/16″ deep and is sometimes referred to as “deep strut”.
What are the different sizes of Unistrut?
The Unistrut Engineering Catalog’s table of contents features three different channel widths, or series, from which to choose: 1-5/8”, 1-1/4” (sometimes referred to as the A-series), and the miniature, 13/16” series.
What are channel nuts?
A channel nut or spring channel nut is a narrow rectangular base with groves along the edge within the grooves are small gripping teeth. The nuts also have a threaded hole through the centre. Channel nuts provide a secure anchor point along the length of the strut to install pipe and cable support components to.
Can you stack Unistrut?
Unistrut P1001-3 (triple combination) is welded with three-channel for additional strength. This channel is ideal for supporting large loads across long spans, offers versatility with connection points at both ends, and avoids welding on the job site.
How do you attach Unistrut?
The nut pictured features a spring, but any Unistrut nut will work. Turn the nut 90 degrees clockwise and align the grooves in the nut with the inturned edges of the channel. Place a fitting over the nut and insert the bolt through the fitting and into the nut. This will hold the nut and fitting in place.
What are the different types of Unistrut?
Most Unistrut Channel is available in Plain Carbon Steel, Perma-Green, or Pre-Galvanized finish. Other options include hot-dipped galvanized and special metals (aluminum and Type 304 & 316 stainless steel).