Orbit SP Series Nail Safety Plate, 16 Gauge Galvanized Steel

Orbit SP Series Nail Safety Plate, 16 Gauge Galvanized Steel

The Orbit SP Series Nail Safety Plate is a 16 gauge galvanized steel protective plate engineered to shield electrical cable, conduit, and plumbing lines from accidental nail or screw punctures during and after wall, floor, and ceiling construction. The SP Series is offered in multiple footprints — including the SP-35 at 3-Inch x 5-Inch and the SP-6 — so contractors can match the plate to the framing penetration being protected. Every SP Series plate is built with integrated prongs that allow it to be driven directly into wood framing members over the run of wire or pipe, creating a durable physical barrier at vulnerable drilled or notched locations. The 16 gauge galvanized steel construction provides the strength needed to stop fasteners from penetrating through to concealed wiring, while the galvanized finish offers corrosion resistance for long-term reliability inside wall cavities. As Orbit's go-to nail safety plate line, the SP Series is a straightforward, code-driven solution that electricians and contractors rely on to protect low-voltage and line-voltage cable runs from drywall screws, trim nails, and other point-load fasteners commonly used in finish work.

Key Features

• Size Options: Available across the SP Series, including a 3-Inch x 5-Inch footprint (SP-35), sized to cover standard stud penetrations and notched framing.
• Durable Construction: 16 gauge galvanized steel provides rigid resistance against nail and screw penetration.
• Integrated Prongs: Built-in prongs allow each plate to be driven directly into wood framing without additional fasteners.
• Corrosion Resistance: Galvanized finish helps protect the plate from rust and moisture exposure within wall and floor cavities.
• SP Series Design: Consistent fit and protection across common framing applications, with multiple sizes selectable to match the job.
• Simple Installation: Prong design speeds up installation over drilled holes and notches without requiring separate hardware.

Technical Specifications

• Series: Orbit SP Series
• Material: 16 Gauge Galvanized Steel
• Finish: Galvanized
• Attachment: Integrated Prongs
• Available Models: SP-35 (3-Inch x 5-Inch) and SP-6

Typical Applications

• Protecting Electrical Cable Runs Through Drilled or Notched Studs
• Safeguarding Plumbing Lines from Nail and Screw Punctures
• New Construction Framing and Rough-In Protection
• Renovation and Remodel Wall and Floor Cavity Protection
• Residential and Commercial Wiring Installations

Why Orbit?

Orbit's SP Series nail safety plates are built from 16 gauge galvanized steel for the strength and corrosion resistance needed to reliably protect concealed wiring and piping over the life of a structure. The integrated prong design across the SP Series simplifies installation for electricians and contractors, delivering a dependable, code-conscious safeguard against accidental fastener damage in finish work, with sizes like the SP-35 (3-Inch x 5-Inch) and SP-6 available to fit the application.