How much weight can a Unistrut L bracket hold?
Bracket Capacity (24″): 1,000 lbs. Max.
What is the purpose of installing Unistrut for cable tray?
Unistrut Cable Tray systems are often used to support electric power and communication cables that are used for power distribution and communication. Unlike conduit systems, which require pulling wires and cables through a pipe, Unistrut Cable Tray systems make it easy to run new lines.
How often should cable tray be supported?
Short Span trays, often used for non-industrial indoor installations, are typically supported every 6 to 8-feet, while Intermediate Span trays are typically supported every 10 to 12-feet. A 10 or 12-foot cable tray is usually used for both of these installation types.
How do I mount 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.
Which is better 12 gauge or 14 gauge?
The first thing to understand is the gauge system. Gauge is the measurement used to measure the thickness of steel. In the gauge system the higher the number the thinner the steel. As an example, 12 gauge steel is thicker and stronger than 14 gauge steel.
What is a Unistrut support?
Unistrut Channel is a standardized formed structural system used in the construction and electrical industries for light structural support, often for supporting wiring, plumbing, or mechanical components such as air conditioning or ventilation systems.
What are Unistrut brackets&braces made of?
Unistrut Brackets & Braces are manufactured in a variety of styles to encompass a range of application needs, including: Brackets, unless noted, are made from hot-rolled, pickled and oiled steel plates, strip or coil, and conform to ASTM specifications A575, A576, A635, or A36.
Why choose Unistrut for your cable tray support structures?
One of the obvious advantages of fabricating cable tray support structures with Unistrut is that we can easily achieve custom dimensions due to the infinitely adjustable nature of our strut. You’ll avoid welding (which saves time and money), and if you require a last minute alteration to your plans, the system can be re-worked in the field.
What is a cable tray system?
Cable Tray systems are often used to support electric power, signal, control, instrumentation and communication cables used for power distribution and communication.
How can I accurately quote for my cable tray support system?
By better explaining the product’s intended use, including length, width, height, and load data to our engineers, we can accurately quote a solution for your cable tray support system.