Unistrut P5000

Abhay Steels Supplies and Manufactures high-quality Unistrut P5000 Channels in India

Engineers and constructors choose the Unistrut P5000 channel when accuracy, speed, and structural strength are crucial. With a quality-certified channel that streamlines suspended pipework, cable trays, and HVAC support, Abhay Steels is a reputable stockist and supplier of authentic P5000 in India. Here are the functions of the P5000 profile, its unique features, and the benefits of purchasing it from Abhay Steels for your project.

Unistrut P5000: What Is It?

P5000 is a 12-gauge (2.7mm) high-strength carbon steel cold-formed metal framing channel measuring 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" (41 mm x 41 mm). The continuous row of 9/16" (14mm) round holes punched down the profile's back is what distinguishes it. Because of their 1-7/8" (48mm) spacing, threaded rods (often 3/8" or 1/2") can pass through them without the need for on-site drilling.

Unistrut P5000 Specification

Product	Unistrut P5000
Standard Length	Up to 12 meters
Width	1-5/8 inches (41.3 mm)
Height	3-1/4 inches (82.6 mm)
Wall Thickness	12 Gauge (0.105″ / 2.7 mm)
Allowable Moment	15,770 in-lbs (1,780 N·m)
Weight	305 lbs/100 ft (454 kg/100 m)
Finishes	Pre-Galvanized (PG), Defender (DF), Hot-Dip Galvanized (HG), Plain (PL), Green (GR), Zinc Dichromate (ZD), Stainless Steel (SS/ST)
Material	Stainless Steel
Grades	Type 304, Type 316

Ten feet and twenty feet are typical lengths. The channel can be used in both severe outside plants and inside electrical rooms because it is available in pre-galvanized (PG), hot-dip galvanized (HDG), and stainless steel (grades 304 and 316) finishes.

P5000 - Beam Loading (Imperial)

Span (in)	Max Allow. Uniform Load (lbs)	Deflection at Uniform Load (in)	Uniform Loading at Deflection			Lateral Bracing Reduction Factor
Span (in)	Max Allow. Uniform Load (lbs)	Deflection at Uniform Load (in)	Span/180 (lbs)	Span/240 (lbs)	Span/360 (lbs)	Lateral Bracing Reduction Factor
24	5,260	0.03	5,260	5,260	5,260	0.98
36	3,500	0.07	3,500	3,500	3,500	0.85
48	2,630	0.12	2,630	2,630	2,630	0.70
60	2,100	0.18	2,100	2,100	1,920	0.55
72	1,750	0.26	1,750	1,750	1,330	0.44
84	1,500	0.36	1,500	1,470	980	0.38
96	1,310	0.47	1,310	1,120	750	0.33
108	1,170	0.59	1,170	890	590	0.30
120	1,050	0.73	960	720	480	0.28
144	880	1.06	670	500	330	0.24
168	750	1.43	490	370	240	0.22
192	660	1.88	370	280	190	0.21
216	580	2.35	300	220	150	0.19
240	530	2.95	240	180	120	0.18
Note	Bearing load may govern capacity.

For multiple threaded rods in a single horizontal run, P5000 round holes provide a precise, sturdy, and clean connection. It significantly reduces installation time and is designed for multi-pipe supports and trapeze hangers.

P5000 - Beam Loading (Metric)

Span MM	Max Allowable Uniform Load kN	Defl. at Uniform Load MM	Uniform Loading at Deflection
Span MM	Max Allowable Uniform Load kN	Defl. at Uniform Load MM	Span/180 kN	Span/240 kN	Span/360 kN
600	23.8	1	23.8	23.8	23.8
750	19.0	1	19.0	19.0	19.0
1,000	14.2	2	14.2	14.2	14.2
1,250	11.4	3	11.4	11.4	11.4
1,500	9.5	5	9.5	9.5	8.8
1,750	8.1	6	8.1	8.1	6.5
2,000	7.1	8	7.1	7.1	4.9
2,500	5.7	12	5.7	4.8	3.2
3,000	4.8	18	4.4	3.3	2.2
3,500	4.1	25	3.2	2.4	1.6
4,000	3.6	32	2.5	1.9	1.2
4,500	3.2	40	2.0	1.5	1.0
5,000	2.8	50	1.6	1.2	0.8
6,000	2.4	71	1.1	0.8	0.5

P5000 - Column Loading (Imperial)

Unbraced Height (in)	Maximum Allowable Load at Slot Face (lbs)	Max Column Load Applied at C.G.
Unbraced Height (in)	Maximum Allowable Load at Slot Face (lbs)	K=0.65 (lbs)	K=0.80 (lbs)	K=1.0 (lbs)	K=1.2 (lbs)
24	5,650	16,870	15,180	12,850	10,600
36	4,690	13,140	10,600	7,650	5,660
48	3,560	9,550	6,860	4,790	3,660
60	2,730	6,680	4,790	3,450	2,710
72	2,160	4,980	3,660	2,710	2,170
84	1,760	3,950	2,960	2,240	1,820
96	1,500	3,270	2,500	1,930	1,580
108	1,310	2,800	2,170	1,690	1,390
120	1,170	2,450	1,930	1,510	**
144	980	1,980	1,580	**	**
168	850	1,670	1,340	**	**

P5000 - Column Loading (Metric)

Unbraced Height MM	Maximum Allowable Load at Slot Face KN	Maximum Column Load Applied at C.G.
Unbraced Height MM	Maximum Allowable Load at Slot Face KN	K=0.65 KN	K=0.80 KN	K=1.0 KN	K=1.2 KN
600	25.2	75.5	68.1	58.0	48.0
750	23.5	67.5	58.0	45.7	35.0
1,000	19.4	53.7	41.9	29.3	21.8
1,250	15.4	41.0	29.3	20.5	15.7
1,500	12.4	30.5	21.8	15.7	12.3
1,750	10.2	23.8	17.3	12.8	10.2
2,000	8.5	19.3	14.4	10.8	8.7
2,250	7.3	16.3	12.3	9.4	7.6
2,500	6.5	14.1	10.8	8.3	6.9
2,750	5.8	12.4	9.6	7.5	6.2

P5000 - Elements of Section (Imperial)

Parameter	P5000
Area of Section	0.897	in²
Axis 1-1
Moment of Inertia (I)	1.098	in⁴
Section Modulus (S)	0.627	in³
Radius of Gyration (r)	1.107	in
Axis 2-2
Moment of Inertia (I)	0.433	in⁴
Section Modulus (S)	0.533	in³
Radius of Gyration (r)	0.695	in

P5000 - Elements of Section (Metric)

Parameter	P5000
Area of Section	5.78	cm²
Axis 1-1
Moment of Inertia (I)	45.70	cm⁴
Section Modulus (S)	10.28	cm³
Radius of Gyration (r)	2.81	cm
Axis 2-2
Moment of Inertia (I)	18.02	cm⁴
Section Modulus (S)	8.73	cm³
Radius of Gyration (r)	1.77	cm

Unistrut P5000 Weight Chart

Part No.	Length (ft)	Finish	Weight (kg/m)
P5000	20	PG	3.05
P5000	10	PG	3.05
P5000	10	DF	3.233
P5000	20	DF	3.233
P5000	10	HG	3.233
P5000	20	HG	3.233
P5000	10	GR	3.05
P5000	20	GR	3.05
P5000	20	PL	3.05
P5000	10	PL	3.05
P5000	10	ZD	3.05
P5000	20	ZD	3.05

P5000 Unistrut's best features

No drilling is necessary because the P5000 Unistrut has pre-punched 9/16" holes on 1-7/8" centers.

12-gauge (2.7mm) steel for a robust ability to support loads

conforming to international metal frame standards, ASTM A653, and ASTM A1011

Compatible with all Unistrut pipe clamps, brackets, and channel nuts

For complete corrosion protection, available in PG, HDG, SS304, and SS316

Typical Uses

The foundation of contemporary MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) work is the P5000:

Trapeze hangers for several tubes and pipes
HVAC units hung from the ceiling and ducting
Supports for cable trays and ladder racks
Systems for seismic bracing
Mounting frames for solar panels
Workbench constructions and industrial shelves

Reasons Abhay Steels Is the Good P5000 Supplier

Abhay Steels has established a reputation for providing high-quality metal framing together with corresponding service:

Abhay Steels offers completely authentic Unistrut, which includes material test certificates and traceability.

P5000 in PG and HDG, 10 and 20 foot lengths, are in stock and can be shipped right away.

We offer competitive prices and discounts for large orders. Request the most recent P5000 price list from us.

We provide technical assistance in selecting the appropriate accessories, channel nuts, and finish lengths that are cut to your specifications and have clean, deburred ends.

The lengths will be cut to your specifications and will have clean, deburred ends.

Pan-India delivery to Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, and every major industrial hub

When you work with Abhay Steels, you receive more than simply a product, you get a supply chain that keeps your project going.

FAQs

What are the Unistrut P5000's precise measurements?

The cross-section is 1-5/8" x 1-5/8" (41mm x 41mm), made from 12-gauge steel (about 2.7mm thick), with 9/16" round holes on 1-7/8" center-to-center spacing along the back.

How much weight is supported by a P5000 channel?

The span and the kind of load determine this. As a rough reference, a simply supported P5000 beam over a 24-inch span can safely carry several hundred kilograms. We will provide you with an accurate load-table recommendation if you send us your span and load (concentrated or uniform).

Can P5000 be used outdoors?

Yes. For outdoor or corrosive settings, go with the Hot-Dip Galvanized (HDG) finish or stainless steel (SS304/SS316). Pre-galvanized (PG) P5000 suits most indoor jobs with controlled humidity.

What's the difference between P5000 and P1100?

The P5000 has round 9/16" holes for fixed threaded-rod positions and a tight fit. The P1100 has elongated slots (9/16" x 1-1/8") that let you shift the rod sideways but give a less rigid initial connection. Pick the P5000 when you need precise, repeatable rod placement and a cleaner look.

What P5000 accessories are necessary?

Standard Unistrut spring nuts, square washers, and 3/8" or 1/2" threaded rods can complete the majority of tasks. Add roller supports or pipe clamps to trapeze systems. It is compatible with all standard Unistrut fittings.

Do you offer Unistrut P5000 cut to particular lengths?

Yes. The channel is delivered to the job site prepared, thanks to our precise cutting and deburred edges. Just send your required lengths with your inquiry.

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