Heavy-Duty Aluminum Base Plates for Columns & Posts
This product was designed to provide superior support for your columns, posts and/or structural frames, as it is made of a durable high-strength extruded aluminum material that meets demanding standards. The aluminum base plates is also lightweight in comparison to similar products making handling and installation easy. The aluminum is resistant to corrosion and therefore has an extended useful life whether used indoors or outdoors.
Versatile Aluminum Base Plate Design
The AB-12-60-60 can be used as a base plate for multiple types of structures such as industrial frames, railings and supporting posts. The flat surface and exact dimensions of the base plate enable a secure connection when using standard bolts to assure a dependable installation.
| Size | A | B | C | ∅D(Inner hole) | ∅D(Outer hole) | ∅M | Mass(g) | Part No |
| 6060 | 60 | 60 | 12 | 8.5 | 13.5 | M12 | 96 | AB-12-60-60 |
| M14 | 92 | AB-14-60-60 | ||||||
| M16 | 90 | AB-16-60-60 | ||||||
| 8080 | 80 | 80 | 12 | 8.5 | 13.5 | M12 | 187 | AB-12-80-80 |
| M14 | 183 | AB-14-80-80 | ||||||
| M16 | 185 | AB-16-80-80 |
Column Base Plates for Stable Support
A base plate for a vertical structure must provide excellent support without unnecessary weight. The AB-12-60-60 will accommodate a variety of different sizes of columns and will work for any residential, commercial or industrial structure.
Extrusion Aluminum Base Plate – Durable & Strong
The AB-12-60-60 is constructed using an Extruded Aluminum base material that provides a great combination of strength and lightweight properties. The material will not rust or wear and provides an alternative low-maintenance long-term structural support solution.
Railing Base Plates Utilize as Top Railing or Fence Post
The AB-12-60-60 will keep your top railing, guardrail, or fence post at the correct installation level and secure. The smooth surface and precise dimensions of the plate will assist in keeping all types of railings aligned and stable for many years.
Base Plate Sizes & Custom Options Available
The AB-12-60-60 is available in several different sizes to accommodate different size posts. If you do not have standard size requirements, custom sizes can be created to meet your requirements.
Application and Installation
- Column supports for indoor and outdoor applications
- Bases for railing and fence post mounting
- Lightweight structural and industrial equipment supports
Installation is simple: line up your plate, install with appropriate bolts, and your next horizontal or vertical structure is ready to use!
FAQS
Q1: Designing with an aluminum base plate?
A: When designing with aluminum base plates, think through the load criteria, column sizing and the space in which your structure will reside. A mix of strength and weight would be best served by using extruded aluminum. Always make sure the thickness of your base plate is adequate to distribute the weight evenly and maintain the stability of your structure.
Q2: Are there aluminum base plates for sale?
A: Yes, aluminum base plates such as the AB-12-60-60 are sold by numerous suppliers. The sizes and configurations of these products vary, allowing their use on columns, railings, fence posts, and as industrial supports. Most suppliers can supply custom-size products to meet specific project requirements.
Q3: How do I determine the size of base plate to use?
A: A base plate’s size will be based on the weight to be carried by the base plate, the size of the column being supported, and the type of fasteners to be used for attachment to the base plate. As a general rule, base plates need to be large enough to distribute the load of the vertical support evenly over the base plate area in order for the entire unit to remain stable. Structural engineers use load tables and/or formulas based on material type and application for exact calculations.
Q4: What types of base plates are available?
A: Column base plates, railing base plates, fence base plates, and custom structural base plates are a few typical types of base plates available. The materials used to make base plates may vary from extruded aluminum to steel to alloys. Each of these materials will serve a different purpose based on the load to be carried and the type of application.
Q5: Why are base plates used?
A: The base plate provides a level, stable base for a vertical structure such as a column, post or other vertical support. Furthermore, a base plate distributes the vertical support load over the base plate area to prevent it from sinking or moving sideways, and provides a method to attach the vertical support to the floor or other surfaces using bolts or anchors.
Q6: What is the most commonly used type of base plate?
A: Column base plates are the most common type of base plate found in construction and industrial applications; their purpose is to provide stable support and load distribution for a vertical structure. Aluminum base plates are commonly used where lightweight, low-maintenance, and corrosion resistant products are needed.
