Eaton B-Line series strut channel, .81" channel height, 240" channel length, 1.62" channel width, Steel, 14 Gauge, B54 channel type, Hot-dipped galvanized
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- Not Applicable
- Channel Type:
- B54
- Material Gauge:
- 14 Gauge
- Product Height:
- .81 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 240 in
- Product Weight:
- 20.32 lb
- Product Width:
- 1.62 in
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Finish:
- Hot-dipped galvanized
- Product Material:
- Steel
B-LINE B54-240 HDG – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Is the B-Line B54 strut channel the shallow half-height type or full 1-5/8 inch deep channel?
B54 is the shallow profile. It measures .81 inch high by 1.62 inch wide, so it is the half-height version of standard 1-5/8 inch strut, keeping the same 1-5/8 inch slot face width but half the depth. Use it where you need the standard nut and fitting face but do not have room for a full 1-5/8 x 1-5/8 channel. For heavier trapeze runs and longer spans, the deeper full-height channel is the better choice.
2) Will standard 1-5/8 inch strut nuts and fittings fit B-Line B54 channel?
Yes. The B54 face is 1.62 inch wide, which is the standard 1-5/8 inch strut opening, so channel nuts, straps, and fittings made for 1-5/8 inch strut engage the same way. What changes with the shallow .81 inch depth is internal clearance, not the nut size.
3) Can B54 hot-dipped galvanized strut channel be used outdoors or in a wet area?
Hot-dipped galvanized is the finish, which is the coating specified for outdoor, damp, and washdown locations, unlike plain or pre-galvanized strut. Anywhere the channel sees weather or condensation, HDG is what you want. Cut ends lose coating, so field cuts should be touched up with a zinc-rich coating.
4) What is the correct part number to order B-Line shallow 20 foot galvanized strut?
Order B54-240 HDG from Eaton B-Line. The number reads directly: B54 shallow channel type, 240 inch length, HDG for hot-dipped galvanized. Dropping the HDG suffix gets you a different finish.
5) What gauge steel is the B-Line B54 strut, and is it solid or slotted?
14 gauge steel is the material. That is the standard strut thickness for general electrical and mechanical support work, and it is the gauge most strut nut and fitting hardware is sized around.
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