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Plate Straps1-1/2 X 18 16Ga Steel (Box 100)
Additional Notes
- Dimensions on all nail plates/straps are approximate | other sizes, gauges and quantities available by request
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Arra Compliant:
- C
- Buy American Compliant:
- C
- Country Of Origin:
- United States
- Division:
- Electrical H1
- Fastener Length:
- 18
- Fastener Width:
- 1/1/02
- Field Application:
- Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning Industries
- Gauge:
- 16
- Language Code:
- EN
- Number Of Holes:
- 8
- Order Minimum Imperial:
- 100
- Order Minimum Uom Imperial:
- CT
- Pack Type:
- Box
- Product Group:
- Hardware
- Product Height:
- 4.5 in
- Product Length:
- 18 in
- Product Weight:
- 45.45 lbs
- Product Width:
- 4.75 in
- Sub Division:
- Electrical-E H2
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Straps and Clips
- Product Type:
- Plate Strap
- Type2:
- Plate Strap
- Product Details:
- Plate Strap
- Product Material:
- Steel
Metallics NS1816 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Are Metallics NS1816 plate straps made in the USA and Buy American compliant?
Country of origin is the United States, and the NS1816 is flagged both Buy American compliant and ARRA compliant. That matters on federally funded and public agency jobs where domestic-sourcing documentation is required at closeout.
2) Is the NS1816 nail plate only for electrical work, or can I use it on plumbing and HVAC runs too?
It is listed for the electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning industries. Same strap protects NM cable, PEX or copper water lines, and low-pressure tubing where they pass through framing that will later be covered by drywall.
3) How are the NS1816 plate straps packaged and what is the minimum order?
They ship as a box of 100 straps, and 100 count is the order minimum. Figure roughly 45.45 lbs for the box, which is worth knowing if you are staging material on an upper floor by hand.
4) Is 16 gauge steel heavy enough for a nail plate, or should I look for something thicker?
16 gauge steel is the heavier end of the common nail plate range and is what most inspectors expect where cable or tubing crosses a bored or notched stud. The NS1816 is plain steel, so on exterior or damp locations plan on a protected finish instead.
5) Can I get this Metallics plate strap in a different length or gauge?
Yes. The NS1816 covers the 1-1/2 by 18 inch, 16 gauge configuration, and Metallics makes other sizes, gauges and pack quantities available by request. Note that published nail plate and strap dimensions are approximate, so allow a little tolerance when detailing tight framing.
How fast can I get the Metallics NS1816 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Metallics NS1816 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics NS1816 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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