12 Gauge 14 Gauge Hot Dip Galvanized C Strut Channel 1-5/8 x 1-5/8 1-5/8 x 13/16 for Seismic Bracing

12 Gauge / 14 Gauge Hot Dip Galvanized C Strut Channel

Our HDG C strut channel is cold-rolled from prime Q235B carbon steel coil and then fully hot-dip galvanized after forming, so both the inner wall and the outer wall carry a continuous, tightly bonded zinc layer. The two imperial profiles - 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" (41 x 41 mm) and 1-5/8" x 13/16" (41 x 21 mm) - cover the two most widely specified strut sizes in North American and export projects, and both are produced in 12 gauge (2.6 mm) and 14 gauge (1.9 mm) wall thickness.

Product Highlights

• True hot dip galvanizing: zinc coating 60-120 g/m2, uniform and adhesive, no peeling or bare spots after cutting and field handling.
• Imperial gauge accuracy: 12 gauge and 14 gauge walls rolled to tight tolerance, so spring nuts, beam clamps and seismic brackets seat without play.
• Dual profile range: 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" for high load runs and 1-5/8" x 13/16" for tight ceiling and wall cavities.
• Slotted or solid: long slot 14 x 28 mm and 14.3 x 28.6 mm for position adjustment with 1/2" and M12 hardware, or plain solid channel for welded and bolted frames.
• No on-site welding: modular assembly with standard fittings protects the zinc layer and shortens installation time.

Specifications

Hole Pattern and Product Photos

The slotted channel is punched with 14 x 28 mm and 14.3 x 28.6 mm long slots, matching 1/2" hardware and M12 spring nuts. Solid channel is also available for welded frames.

Application Scenarios

Seismic bracing: the 12 gauge 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" channel is used as trapeze and sway brace member for pipe and duct runs; paired with seismic brackets and spring nuts it forms a rigid, code-friendly support frame.

Electrical: the 1-5/8" x 13/16" profile keeps conduit and cable tray runs low in ceiling voids, and the zinc layer resists corrosion in damp plant rooms.

HVAC: heavy duct hangers, base rails and equipment frames are built from slotted 12 gauge channel with standard fittings, no drilling on site.

Solar PV: rails, purlin supports and grounding frames for rooftop and ground mount arrays, with coating thickness matched to coastal and high humidity sites.

Packing and Delivery

Bundles strapped with steel strip on steel or wooden pallet, ends protected with plastic film, or packed to customer marking requirements. Factory stock for standard sizes, 15-20 working days for production orders, and customization of length, slot pattern and zinc thickness is available.