Cut Sheet

Special Metals
D-85
Metal Framing, Pipe Hangers and Accessories
Stainless Steel Channel
Elements of sections are the same as shown on pages D-104–D-113 for standard
steel channel. Load ratings meet or exceed ratings for standard steel channel shown
elsewhere in this catalog.
Additional stainless steel and aluminum items are available.
Contact your local Superstrut
®
representative.
Stainless Steel (Suffix SS/Type 304 and 6SS/Type 316)
Superstrut
®
stainless steel products are made from high-quality austenitic Type 304
and Type 316 material. Stainless steel contains large amounts of chromium and
nickel, is non magnetic and offers superior corrosion resistance. Tolerant to high-
temperature environments, Superstrut’s stainless steel framing provides dependable
support, resulting in reduced maintenance cost. The channel is roll-formed to shape
when cold, enhancing its structural strength for the most rigid of applications.
Properties for Design
Span (IN.): 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, 54, 60, 72, 84, 96, 108 & 120.
Safe Uniform Total Load Table (X-X AXIS)
SPAN B-1200-AL A-1200-AL A-1202-AL
(IN.) (LBS.) (LBS.) (LBS.)
12 540 1,490 4,130
18 270 990 2,760
24 150 730 2,070
30 90 470 1,650
36 60 320 1,370
42 50 240 1,180
48 — 180 930
54 — 140 730
60 — 110 590
72 — 80 410
84 — 60 300
96 — 40 230
108 — 30 180
120 — 20 140
Properties for Design Aluminum Channel (Suffix AL)
Y
Y
X
X
1
5
⁄ 8 "
.719
Y
Y
X
X
.315
Y
Y
X
X
3
1
⁄ 4 "
M
Typical Physical and Mechanical Properties
and Characteristics
Alloy and Temper: 6063-T6
Tensile Strength: Yield — 25,000 PSI
Ultimate — 30,000 PSI
Shear — Ultimate: 19,000 PSI
Elongation: (Percent in 2 inches) -12
Density: 0.098 Lbs./Cu. Inch
Modules of Elasticity: 10 X 106 PSI
12 ga. = .105"
I — Moment of Inertia
S — Section of Modulus
r — Radius of Gyration
A — Area
Calculations based on maximum fiber stress of
10,000 psi, maximum deflection 1/360th of span.
For concentrated loads, multiply load by 0.50.
1
5
⁄ 8 "
1
5
⁄ 8 "
1
5
⁄ 8 "
1
5
⁄ 8 "
X - X AXIS Y - Y AXIS
SECTION A I S R I S R
MEMBER IN.
2
IN.
4
IN.
3
IN. IN.
4
IN.
3
IN.
A-1200 .563 .198 .224 .594 .274 .338 .698
B-1200 .400 .041 .082 .320 .150 .185 .612
A-1202 1.126 1.001 .620 .942 .548 .676 .698