Eaton B-Line series datacomm and low voltage support fasteners, Clips to beam, Cable to beam fastener, Beam mount, 1/8" Min flange thickness, 1/4" Max flange thickness, 1-5/16" Hook, 1 J-hook, Pre-galvanized, Load capacity of 30 lbs
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL/CUL listed
- Hook Size:
- 1.31 in
- Load Capacity:
- 30 lb
- Mounting Dimensions Max:
- 1/4"
- Mounting Dimensions Min:
- 1/8"
- Number Of J Hooks:
- 1
- Product Height:
- 4.023 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 2.264 in
- Product Weight:
- .19 lb
- Product Width:
- 1.62 in
- Special Features:
- Beam mount
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Fasteners
- Product Subgroup:
- Other Fasteners
- Product Type:
- Cable to beam fastener
- Product Finish:
- Pre-galvanized
- Product Details:
- Cable to beam fastener
- Product Material:
- Steel
- Product Length:
- 2.264 in
B-LINE BCH21-E-5-8 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) How much cable can a B-Line BCH21 J-hook beam clamp actually hold?
Rated load is 30 lb per hook, and there is one J-hook on the BCH21-E-5-8. The hook opening measures 1.31 inches, which is what limits the bundle diameter you can drop in. For heavier runs of copper or multiple bundles, space additional hooks along the run rather than overloading a single clip.
2) Do I need to drill or weld to install the B-Line BCH21 beam clip?
No drilling, no welding, no anchors. It is a clip-to-beam design that snaps onto the beam flange, so the cable hook goes up with nothing but the clip itself. That is the reason it gets used on retrofit runs in occupied buildings where hot work permits and drilling into structure are a problem.
3) Is this B-Line cable hook UL listed for low voltage and data cabling support?
Yes, the BCH21-E-5-8 is UL/CUL listed. It is sold as a datacomm and low voltage support fastener, so it suits structured cabling, coax, and fiber runs supported off building steel. That listing is what most institutional and municipal inspectors want to see on cable support hardware.
4) Is a pre-galvanized steel cable hook okay for a parking garage or unheated warehouse?
The BCH21-E-5-8 is steel with a pre-galvanized finish. That is the standard choice for dry interior and protected areas such as warehouses, plenums, and above ceilings. For washdown areas, coastal exposure, or anywhere with standing moisture and chemicals, specify a stainless or hot-dip galvanized support instead.
5) Can I run power conductors in this J-hook along with my data cable?
It is built and sold as a datacomm and low voltage cable support. Keep line voltage circuits in their own raceway or on separate supports, per normal separation practice, and use the BCH21 hook for the communications and low voltage bundle only.
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Does the B-LINE BCH21-E-5-8 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The B-LINE BCH21-E-5-8 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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