Eaton B12SHA-240GLV Strut Back-to-Back Channel - Galvanized
Part Number: B12SHA-240GLV
Quick Summary
Eaton B12SHA-240GLV is a back-to-back welded strut channel designed for reliable support of electrical and mechanical systems in industrial facilities. This solution addresses common pain points, including misalignment, corrosion, and time-consuming field fabrication. The B-Line series uses a galvanized finish for durability and a full line of compatible accessories, delivering a modular, scalable support system. While no SIL, CE, or IP certifications are listed for this specific item, the channel's structural-quality steel and finishes provide predictable performance in harsh environments. For engineers and procurement teams, the combination of long length and broad accessory compatibility translates into faster installations, lower maintenance, and improved lifecycle value for power, data, and automation infrastructure.
Product Information
Extended Description
B12SHA-240GLV Eaton: B-Line series strut back-to-back slotted hole channel, B12SHA series in galvanized finish, 240 inches long
Product Name
Eaton B-Line series strut back-to-back welded channel
Catalog Number
B12SHA-240GLV
UPC
781011845124
Product Weight
4.78 lb
Compliances
Not Applicable
Certifications
Not Applicable
Special features
Full line of accessories Material and product identification Structural-quality steel productFull line of finishes including Dura-Green and Dura-Copper
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Eaton Specification Sheet - B12SHA-240GLV
Eaton Specification Sheet - B12SHA-240GLV
Feature: Back-to-back welded channel provides a continuous, slot-ready mounting surface, eliminating gaps in large assemblies. Business Impact: streamlines installation, reduces field welding, and lowers hardware costs through a modular system. Application: ideal for mounting electrical gear, cable trays, and mechanical supports in mezzanines and equipment rooms. Feature: Galvanized finish on the B12SHA-240GLV offers robust corrosion resistance in harsh environments. Business Impact: extends service life and lowers maintenance cycles on floors with humidity, dust, or chemical exposure. Application: outdoor enclosures, industrial facilities, and data centers where durable, code-compliant supports are essential. Feature: 240 inches long reduces the need for splices and simplifies layout design. Business Impact: shortens project timelines, reduces inventory complexity, and improves accuracy during installation. Application: long-span supports along overhead racks, pipe runs, and large equipment frames. Feature: Structural-quality steel and compatibility with a full line of accessories enable a complete support system. Business Impact: enables fast configuration of brackets, clamps, and fittings to match exact mounting needs, reducing last-minute fabrication. Application: engineers can tailor support solutions for power, data, and automation infrastructure. Feature: Finishes such as Dura-Green and Dura-Copper expand durability and selection options. Business Impact: supports branding and color-coding requirements while delivering lifecycle resilience. Application: environments with branding standards or code-specific appearance preferences.
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FAQs
The B12SHA-240GLV is designed as a back-to-back welded, slotted channel compatible with Eaton’s B-Line accessories. When planning installations, verify slot alignment with brackets, clamps, and fittings from the same product family. The 240 inch length supports long runs with minimal splices, reducing field fabrication time and boosting overall install efficiency.
A 240-inch channel minimizes the number of joints in long-span runs, which simplifies design calculations and reduces hardware count. This helps systems engineers achieve cleaner aesthetics, easier inspection, and faster commissioning. For data centers or plant floors, the extended length supports continuous mounting surfaces across racks, conveyors, or power distribution paths.
The galvanized finish provides enhanced corrosion resistance suitable for many outdoor and semi-exposed environments. For outdoor or damp locations, ensure correct fasteners and supplementary coatings as per project specs. While the catalog does not list specific outdoor certifications, galvanization remains a proven method for lifecycle durability in challenging surroundings.
Beyond galvanizing, this B-Line channel family offers finishes such as Dura-Green and Dura-Copper, expanding durability options and color/branding compatibility. Selecting a finish depends on environmental exposure, code requirements, and facility standards, enabling branding, corrosion resistance, or regulatory alignment without custom fabrication.
Total cost of ownership benefits include faster installation due to the long, continuous channel, reduced field welding and fittings, and lower maintenance from corrosion-resistant finishes. The modular nature also minimizes on-site customization, lowers spare part inventory, and shortens project timelines, delivering meaningful lifecycle savings for power, data, and automation deployments.