How does a Unistrut beam clamp work?
How They Work. Unistrut U style beam clamps feature a piece of bent plate and a u-bolt that is threaded on both sides to secure channel in place. The channel is fed through the u-bolt, which is then tightened to secure both the plate to the beam and the channel to the plate.
How much weight can a beam clamp hold?
Vendible Item
| Bolt Size | 3/8″-16 |
|---|---|
| Load Limit | 500 lb |
| Material | Malleable Iron |
| Mount Type | Bottom Flange |
| Rod Size | 1/2″-13 |
How much weight can a 3/8 beam clamp hold?
400 lb
Vendible Item
| Bolt Size | 3/8″-16 |
|---|---|
| Load Limit | 400 lb |
| Material | Malleable Iron |
| Mount Type | Bottom Flange |
| Rod Size | 3/8″-16 |
Can you lift with a beam clamp?
Beam clamps, also known as girder clamps, are used for lifting and suspending heavy items.
How are beam clamps supposed to be used?
NOTE: Beam clamps are generally intended for attachment to overhead beams to act as suspension points for lifting appliances. Some designs are suitable for attachment to the load to provide a lifting point.
What is a window clamp?
While there are many different kinds of beam clamps, the Window Clamp is the beam clamp with U-bolts. As an aside, when a distributor or electrician refers to a Beam Clamp, they typically mean the “C” style clamp that screws tight to the flange of a beam and has a threaded hole to accept threaded rod.
What is a beam clamps?
Beam Clamps or girder clamps are used to suspend or secure fixtures, wires, threaded rod and other hardware to beam flanges. They offer secure fixing without the need for welding and drilling, as well as clamps suitable for use on pitched beams.
What is a universal beam clamp?
Universal Beam Clamps are a type of lifting equipment that is specially designed to distribute the load away from the flange edge of an I-Beam, thus reducing flange stress. Universal Beam Clamps are ideal for lifting, holding and positioning steel beams, such as RSJ, for construction.
Can beam clamps be used upside down?
This clamp may be used with the set screw in the up or down position.
How much does Unistrut p2785 beam clamps cost?
Unistrut P2785 Beam Clamps Part No. Price Quantity P2785- Electro Galvanized $8.37 Qty: P2785- Electro Galvanized -Box of 25 Pie $190.23 Qty: P2785- Hot Dipped Galvanized $10.49 Qty: P2785- Stainless Steel Call for pricing 1-855-923-2611
What’s the safety factor for a beam clamp?
Look for “UNISTRUT” on the part. Use in pairs only. Safety factor = 2.5 based on ultimate strength of connection. For use with beam flanges up to 3/4″ (19.1 mm) thick.
What kind of clamps do I need for window beam?
Clamps are designed to be used with W, M, S & HP Shape beams, Standard C & Misc. MC Channels, Angles & Structural Tees. Clamps must be used in pairs where indicated. For beam clamps with HG finish, standard hardware is EG finish. For optional stainless steel hardware, please contact Unistrut Service Company for availability.