Eaton B297-48ZN Bracket - Electro-plated Zinc
Part Number: B297-48ZN
Quick Summary
Eaton B-Line series bracket is a robust mounting accessory used to secure channel framing in electrical enclosures. Engineers often struggle with misalignment, corrosion risk, and tedious installation in tight spaces. Certifications are Not Applicable, yet the steel with electro-plated zinc finish provides reliable corrosion resistance for demanding environments. This bracket integrates smoothly with Eaton channel nuts and other B-Line components, delivering installation efficiency and predictable performance for electrical and automation projects. In high-vibration applications, the fixed mounting holes maintain alignment over the service life, reducing rework and warranty returns. By standardizing on this bracket, procurement and maintenance teams gain consistent, repeatable results across panel builds and rack installations.
Product Information
Extended Description
B297-48ZN Eaton: Eaton B-Line series bracket, 6.25" H x 42" L x 1.62" W, Steel, Electro-plated finish
Product Name
Eaton B-Line series bracket
Catalog Number
B297-48ZN
UPC
781011861940
Product Length/Depth
42 in
Product Height
6.25 in
Product Width
1.62 in
Product Weight
14.4 lb
Certifications
Not Applicable
Special features
Number of mounting holes (1) 9/16 in diameter
Type
Bracket
Finish
Electro-plated Zinc plated
Material
Steel
Channel Nuts and Hardware Catalog Section
Channel Nuts and Hardware Catalog Section
Eaton Specification Sheet - B297-48ZN
Feature — Steel construction with an electro-plated zinc finish. Business impact — The dual benefit of strength and corrosion resistance extends service life in demanding environments, lowering maintenance costs and unscheduled downtime. Application — Use this bracket to mount and stabilize channel framing in electrical enclosures, power distribution racks, and factory automation installations. Feature — Exacting dimensions: 42 in length, 6.25 in height, 1.62 in width, and 14.4 lb. Business impact — Provides predictable load distribution across long spans, reducing sag and misalignment in mounted assemblies. Application — Ideal for long-channel runs in equipment racks and switchgear supports, ensuring clean, plumb installations. Feature — Mounting hole specification (one 9/16 in diameter). Business impact — Enables fast, repeatable fastening, lowering field errors and punch-list items. Application — Compatible with standard Eaton channel nuts and hardware, simplifying stocking and installation in panel builds. Feature — Finish and material compatibility. Business impact — Electro-plated zinc plating offers durable protection against corrosion without sacrificing ease of installation. Application — Suitable for indoor industrial use where moisture and dust are present; integrates with B-Line accessories. Feature — Certifications: Not Applicable. Business impact — Keeps procurement straightforward while aligning with existing Eaton product families and catalogs. Application — Refer to the Channel Nuts and Hardware Catalog Sections and Specification Sheet for installation guidelines.
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FAQs
Align the bracket’s mounting hole with the channel nut slots in the B-Line channel, insert the 9/16 in diameter hole, and tighten with standard hardware until the bracket sits flush. Refer to Eaton’s Channel Nuts and Hardware Catalog for compatible nut types and torque specifications.
The bracket measures 42 in in length, 6.25 in in height, 1.62 in in width, and weighs 14.4 lb. It features an electro-plated zinc finish on a steel body for durability.
Certifications for outdoor use are Not Applicable. The electro-plated zinc finish provides corrosion resistance suitable for indoor industrial environments and covered applications; for outdoor or harsher conditions, verify environmental requirements and consider protective enclosures or alternative finishes.
Best suited for mounting and stabilizing channel framing in electrical enclosures, switchgear, and factory automation racks. It pairs with Eaton’s Channel Nuts and Hardware to support long-span runs and clean, plumb installations within the B-Line ecosystem.
The steel construction with an electro-plated zinc finish reduces corrosion-related maintenance and replacement needs, lowers field rework, and accelerates panel builds by enabling quick, repeatable installations with standard Eaton hardware.