What are U-bolt clamps used for?

A wire rope clip, sometimes called a u-bolt clamp or u-bolt clip, is used to clamp the loose end of a length of wire rope, once it has been looped back to form an eye. These fittings consist of a u-bolt and have a saddle secured by two nuts.

What are the different types of U bolts?

There are two main types of U bolts including the square U bolt and the middle bandage U bolt. They are both used on concrete poles to fasten cross arms.

What are U bolts made of?

The first step in understanding when to use U bolts is becoming familiar with them. The bolt may be made from galvanized steel, bright zinc plated steel, or stainless steel. These fasteners are shaped like the letter U, with a pair of threaded arms that extend from the rounded base.

What steel are U bolts made of?

Here are some common materials at the heart of U-bolts: Plain carbon steel. 304 stainless steel. 316 stainless steel.

What is a plated U-bolt?

A U-bolt is a bolt in the shape of the letter U with screw threads on both ends. U-bolts have primarily been used to support pipework, pipes through which fluids and gasses pass. Four elements uniquely define any U-bolt: Material type (for example: bright zinc-plated mild steel)

What size U bolts do I need?

U-Bolt Size Chart

How do I know what size clamp I need?

The U-bolt size is given as Diameter(A) x Distance(B) x Leg Length(C). Additionally the bend type must also be given to avoid problems in specifications of semi-round bend shapes.

What is pipe size in U-bolt?

Standard U Bolts