Eaton B-Line series Grip Strut five diamond plank, 144" Grating length, 11.75" Grating width, Steel, 2" Channel size, Plain, Grip Strut, 12 gauge steel
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Product Specs
- Application:
- Safe, sturdy footing where non-slip is required
- Channel Size:
- 2"
- Compliances:
- OSHA Compliant
- Material Gauge:
- 12 gauge
- Product Height:
- 2 in
- Product Length Depth:
- 144 in
- Product Weight:
- 6.2 lb
- Product Width:
- 11.75 in
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Finish:
- Plain
- Product Material:
- Steel
B-LINE 52012 12 BL – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What size opening or span does the B-Line Grip Strut five diamond plank cover?
The 52012 12 BL plank runs 144 inches long and 11.75 inches wide, with a 2 inch channel depth. That is a single 12 foot walking surface per piece, so for a catwalk or platform wider than 11.75 inches you lay planks side by side to make up the width.
2) Is Grip Strut plank OSHA compliant for walkways and stair treads?
Yes. The Eaton B-Line Grip Strut five diamond plank is listed as OSHA compliant, and the serrated diamond openings are what give the non-slip footing OSHA looks for on elevated walking and working surfaces. It is intended for safe, sturdy footing anywhere a non-slip surface is required.
3) What gauge and material is this Grip Strut plank, and will it rust outdoors?
It is 12 gauge steel with a plain finish, meaning bare steel with no galvanizing or coating. Plain works fine indoors or in dry mechanical spaces, but for exterior platforms, wash-down areas, or anything corrosive you want a galvanized or stainless version of the same plank rather than this one.
4) How much does a 12 foot section of B-Line Grip Strut plank weigh for a one-man install?
A full 144 inch plank weighs 6.2 lb. That is light enough for one person to carry up a ladder and set in place, which is a big part of why five diamond plank gets used for catwalks and equipment access platforms instead of heavier bar grating.
5) What is the difference between five diamond plank and regular Grip Strut channel?
Five diamond plank is the wide version. At 11.75 inches across it carries five rows of diamond openings, so a single piece makes a full walking width. Narrower Grip Strut channel sections carry fewer diamond rows and are used for stair treads or narrow runs where you do not need the full plank width. The channel depth here is 2 inches, which sets how far the plank drops over its supports.
6) How tall is the Grip Strut plank profile once it is set on supports?
The plank stands 2 inches high, matching its 2 inch channel size. Add that to the top of your support steel when you are figuring finished walking height, handrail height, or headroom under the platform.
7) Do mounting clips or fasteners come with the Grip Strut plank?
What ships is the plank itself, a 144 inch by 11.75 inch 12 gauge steel piece. Hold-down clips, saddle clips, and fasteners for securing it to the supporting framing are ordered separately, so size those to your support member when you quote the job.
8) Can this Grip Strut plank be cut to length in the field?
Yes, 12 gauge steel plank is routinely cut on site to fit a run. Cutting a plain finish plank leaves bare steel at the cut, so plan to prime or paint the cut ends if the platform sees any moisture.
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