What is a Unistrut system?
Unistrut is the original metal framing system featuring a unique weldless connection. The Unistrut system eliminates welding and drilling, and is easily adjustable and reusable, for infinite configurations.
What are channel nuts used for?
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 weight can Unistrut support?
Beam Loading – Unistrut P1000 – 1-5/8″ x 1-5/8″, 12 Gauge Metal Framing Channel
| Span (in) | Max Allowable Uniform Load (lbs) | Uniform Loading at Deflection |
|---|---|---|
| Span /240 (lbs) | ||
| 36 | 1,130 | 1,130 |
| 48 | 850 | 760 |
| 60 | 680 | 480 |
Can Unistrut be welded?
Unistrut connections provide the strength of welding but can easily be taken apart.
What weight can Unistrut hold?
What can you build with Unistrut?
Infinite adjustability and reusability makes Unistrut an attractive option for many different industries and applications, including:
- Storage Racks and Shelves.
- Pipe and Conduit Supports.
- Ceiling Support Grids.
- Equipment, Tool, and Sign Supports.
- Ceiling Support Grids.
- Cable Tray Supports.
- Rooftop Pipe Support Systems.
How big of a Splice do you need for Unistrut?
If you need a 20-foot section of strut, you’ll get best results from a continuous section of the channel. If you need an 8-foot section, common sense tells us that we should remove 2 feet from a 10-foot piece of strut . That said, there are always situations where you’ll be tempted to use a splice.
Why are Unistrut flat plate fittings called splice plates?
You may have heard Unistrut flat plate fittings referred to as ‘Splice Plates’. That is because their primary use is to join – or splice – channel sections together. Flat plate fittings are sheared from 1/4″ thick plate steel and punched with 9/16″ holes.
Can You splice Unistrut P1000 with P1001 channel?
The picture below illustrates a P1377 Splice with P1001 (Back-to-Back) Channel: Splicing sections of Unistrut P1000 or P1001 is fast and easy when you use genuine Unistrut parts such as the P1377 splice kit.
What kind of steel is used for Unistrut flat plates?
Most flat plate fittings are available in the standard Unistrut finishes: Electro-Galvanized and Perma Green. Some may also be available in Hot-Dipped Galvanized, Plain Carbon Steel, or Stainless Steel (Types 304 & 3016). *Check availability of non-standard finishes with your Unistrut distributor.