nVent CADDY 304B2 Spring Steel Press-On Nail Plate, 3-1/8-Inch x 1-1/2-Inch

nVent CADDY 304B2 Spring Steel Press-On Nail Plate, 3-1/8-Inch x 1-1/2-Inch

The nVent CADDY Spring Steel Press-On Nail Plate is a stud protection plate engineered to shield electrical wiring, low-voltage cable, and piping from accidental nail and screw penetration during drywall installation and finish work. Measuring 3-1/8-Inch x 1-1/2-Inch, this plate is stamped from durable spring steel and installs with a simple press-on method directly over the face of a wood or metal stud, joist, or framing member, requiring no additional fasteners, adhesives, or specialty tools. Electricians and general contractors rely on plates like this one to add a dependable layer of protection wherever conductors, cable, or tubing pass through drilled or notched framing near a finished wall or ceiling surface. Because it seats securely by hand, it fits easily into a standard rough-in workflow without slowing down the crew.

Key Features

• Compact Footprint: Sized at 3-1/8-Inch x 1-1/2-Inch, proportioned to cover the typical width of a drilled or notched framing member without unnecessary bulk.
• Spring Steel Construction: Stamped from spring steel for a rigid, puncture-resistant barrier that stands up to job-site handling.
• Press-On Installation: Snaps directly onto the framing member by hand, so crews can protect a run without extra fasteners or tools.
• Purpose-Built Stud Protection: Designed specifically to guard wiring, cable, and piping routed through studs and joists from accidental fastener strikes.
• Low-Profile Fit: Sits flush against the framing face so it does not interfere with drywall or finish surfaces once installed.
• Job-Site Durability: Spring steel resists bending and deformation during transport and handling, keeping the plate ready to perform when it is installed.

Technical Specifications

• Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Typical Applications

• Wood and Metal Stud Framing Protection
• Electrical Rough-In and Cable Routing
• Protection of NM Cable and Low-Voltage Wiring Through Studs and Joists
• Residential and Commercial Construction
• Renovation and Remodel Wiring Projects
• Plumbing and Conduit Penetrations Through Framing Members

Why nVent CADDY?

nVent CADDY builds this nail plate from spring steel so it holds up to the punctures and impacts a stud protection plate is meant to stop, giving electricians and contractors a dependable barrier for wiring and piping run through framing. Its press-on design lets crews install protection quickly by hand during rough-in, without adding fasteners, adhesives, or extra steps to the job. For professionals who need a simple, durable way to keep conductors safe from drywall screws and nails, this plate offers a straightforward, code-conscious solution built for repeated job-site use.