The strength of the hanger rod is dependent upon its diameter. The smallest standard rod diameter for Piping Technology is .5 inch with a load capacity of 1,350 lb. and the largest with a 3 inch diameter and a load capacity of 60,100 lb.
Hanger Rods
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An eye rod is a hanger rod where the lower section consists of either a formed portion (to form an “eye”) of the rod or a welded pad (to form an “eye”) with a hole to attach to bolts or pins.
240 PT&P Figure 110 Welded Eye Rods
Hanger rods are externally threaded components which are used to join internally threaded components of a pipe support assembly.
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