Eaton B-Line series datacomm and low voltage support fasteners, 360° rotation, Cable to beam fastener, Beam mount, 1/8" Min flange thickness, 5/8" Max flange thickness, 4" Hook,1 J-hook, Pre-galvanized,Load capacity 30 lbs, Steel,A series
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Product Specs
- Certifications:
- UL/CUL listed
- Hook Size:
- 4 in
- Load Capacity:
- 30 lb
- Mounting Dimensions Max:
- 5/8"
- Mounting Dimensions Min:
- 1/8"
- Number Of J Hooks:
- 1
- Product Height:
- 9.373 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 4.209 in
- Product Weight:
- .647 lb
- Product Width:
- 2.38 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
B-LINE BCH64-C442A – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Will the B-Line BCH64-C442A J-hook clamp onto my beam flange?
The BCH64-C442A grabs flange thicknesses from 1/8 inch up to 5/8 inch, so it covers most bar joist angles, purlins, and structural beam flanges in a commercial ceiling. Measure the flange edge where you intend to clamp; anything thinner than 1/8 inch or thicker than 5/8 inch needs a different beam clamp.
2) How much cable can a 4 inch J-hook beam clamp like the BCH64-C442A hold?
Load capacity is 30 lb per hook, with a single 4 inch J-hook on the assembly. That is the number to design to: total the weight of the bundle over one support span and keep it under 30 lb, adding hooks on tighter spacing rather than overloading one.
3) Is this cable hook UL listed for low voltage and data cabling support?
Yes, the BCH64-C442A is UL/CUL listed. It is sold as a datacomm and low voltage cable support, so it is the correct product family for structured cabling, coax, and fiber runs rather than a general-purpose utility hook.
4) Can the hook be turned to follow the cable run direction after the clamp is set?
Yes. The BCH64-C442A offers 360 degree rotation, so once the clamp is tightened on the beam you can swing the hook to line up with the cable pathway. That matters when the beams run perpendicular to your cable tray route and you want a straight, sag free run.
5) Do I need to drill the steel or use anchors to install this cable support?
No drilling. It is a cable to beam fastener that clamps directly to an existing flange, which is why it gets specified where drilling or welding structural steel is not permitted. For decks, concrete, or wood framing you would need a different attachment, not this beam clamp.
6) What is this B-Line beam clamp made of and will it hold up in a damp plenum or parking structure?
Steel with a pre-galvanized finish. That suits indoor and protected commercial environments such as plenums, warehouses, and equipment rooms. For sustained wet or corrosive exposure, a hot dip galvanized or stainless support is the better call.
7) How much room do I need below the beam for the BCH64-C442A?
The assembly measures 9.373 x 4.209 x 2.38 inches and weighs .647 lb. Allow for that overall height when you are working in a tight ceiling cavity above a hard lid, since the hook hangs below the flange it clamps to.
8) What is the exact part number to order this Eaton B-Line 4 inch beam mount J-hook?
Order it as B-Line BCH64-C442A, part of the A series datacomm and low voltage support fastener line. That single model number covers the 4 inch hook, single hook, pre-galvanized steel configuration with the 1/8 to 5/8 inch flange clamp.
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Absolutely. The B-LINE BCH64-C442A is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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