{"product_id":"5-hole-strut-tee-gusset-plate-zinc-plated","title":"5-Hole Strut Tee Gusset Plate","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003e5-Hole Strut Tee Gusset Plate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eBuild stronger, more stable T-connections between intersecting sections of strut channel. This wide gusset plate provides five mounting points and a larger reinforced connection area, making it an excellent choice for equipment frames, shelving, supports and other assemblies where added rigidity is valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThe smooth \u003cstrong\u003eZinc Plated finish\u003c\/strong\u003e provides practical corrosion protection and a clean appearance for workshops, equipment rooms, warehouses, covered structures and other indoor or protected installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced T-connections\u003c\/strong\u003e — the broad gusset helps stabilize intersecting strut channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive-point attachment\u003c\/strong\u003e — three mounting holes across the top and two down the centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdded joint coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e — larger than a standard tee plate for a more substantial connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean Zinc Plated finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — practical corrosion protection with a smooth, professional appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-blue\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eWhy Choose a Gusset Plate?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eA standard tee plate works well for many everyday strut connections. A gusset plate provides a larger connection area and an additional mounting point, helping reinforce the joint and reduce movement across the completed assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eIt is a great choice for larger frames, equipment supports and other installations where you want a more substantial T-connection without adding a formed bracket behind the channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eA Stronger Way to Build T-Junctions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThe plate mounts flat across the face of two strut channels meeting in a T-shaped arrangement. Three holes secure the plate across the main channel, while two additional holes connect the intersecting channel through the tapered lower section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eIts broad top and tapered gusset help tie the two channel sections together across a larger area. This makes it especially useful for frames and supports where maintaining alignment and minimizing movement are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eClean, Practical Zinc Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eZinc plating applies a smooth protective zinc coating to the steel. It provides practical corrosion resistance while maintaining a bright, consistent appearance that works well in visible equipment frames and finished installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eIt is an economical and versatile choice for dry indoor spaces, workshops, warehouses, utility rooms, covered structures and other locations protected from regular weather exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat strut tee gusset plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTee gusset plate with tapered lower section\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-3\/8″ W × 5-3\/8″ H\u003cbr\u003e(136.5 × 136.5 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4″ (6.35 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHole Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9\/16″ (14.3 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Fastener Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8″ or 1\/2″\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZinc Plated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eSuggested Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment frames and support structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkbenches, shelving and storage systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePipe, conduit and cable-support assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical and electrical installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor and covered strut-channel structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat type of connection is this gusset plate designed for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed to join strut channels that meet in a T-shaped arrangement on the same plane. Three holes mount across the main channel, while two holes secure the intersecting channel through the tapered lower section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy choose this instead of a standard 4-hole tee plate?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe five-hole gusset plate provides a larger connection area and an additional mounting point on the intersecting channel. Its wider, tapered body creates a more substantial joint and can help reduce movement in larger frames and supports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard four-hole tee plate is a compact, economical choice for everyday connections. Choose the gusset plate when you want broader reinforcement or a more robust connection between the channel sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan I use this plate indoors?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its Zinc Plated finish is an excellent choice for workshops, warehouses, equipment rooms, utility spaces and other indoor installations. It provides practical corrosion protection with a clean, consistent appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan Zinc Plated fittings be used outdoors?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, particularly in covered, enclosed or sheltered installations protected from regular rain and standing moisture. Zinc Plated hardware is commonly used in many protected equipment frames and support structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a permanent installation with continuous exposure to weather or frequent moisture, Hot Dip Galvanized hardware generally provides a heavier level of corrosion protection. The surrounding channel, bolts and fittings should also be selected for the installation environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this a bent or formed bracket?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a flat gusset plate that mounts across the face of channel sections meeting in the same plane. If your channel sections meet on different planes, a formed angle fitting may be more appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eShould I use all five mounting holes?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The plate is designed to be secured at all five mounting points. Using every hole provides the intended alignment and distributes the connection across the full gusset plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Generic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67563269521727,"sku":"F1726-00000EG","price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/6803\/8463\/files\/F1726_5_Hole_Gusset_Tee_Plate_render_1200px.webp?v=1790371956","url":"https:\/\/sapphirebattery.ca\/products\/5-hole-strut-tee-gusset-plate-zinc-plated","provider":"Sapphire Energy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}