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Inch Series Aluminum Structural Framing Catalog

“Everything to Build Anything”

Version 1.0

1–0

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Bosch Aluminum Structural Framing

© 2003, Bosch Rexroth Corporation, No. 8981500308 03/03

NOTICE: No freedom from any patent owned by Seller or others is to be inferred. Because use conditions and applicable laws may differ from onelocation to another and may change with time, Customer is responsible for determining whether products and the information in this document areappropriate for Customer’s use and for ensuring that Customer’s workplace and disposal practices are in compliance with applicable laws and othergovernmental enactments. Seller assumes no obligation or liability for the information in this document. NO WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN; ALLIMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.

Introduction How to Use This Catalog Fraction and English/Metric Conversion Chart Pictorial Overview of SectionsProfiles

Profile Connectors

Fasteners

Door and Enclosure Components

Floor to Frame Elements

Finishing Elements and Accessories

Tools

Engineering Data and Specifications

Product Part Numbering Index

Section No.

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Table of Contents

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Introduction

Section 1—Introduction

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Do you know why you’re seeingmore and more metal structuresmade of aluminum structuralframing from Bosch Rexrothrather than welded steel? Simple.Our framing costs less, is moreversatile, and does a better jobthan steel. And perhaps mostimportant, it’s easier to work with.

That’s because at the heart of thesystem is the framing’s T-slotdesign: insert a T-bolt intoa T-slot and tighten. It’s thatsimple. No welding, no grinding,no nothing. Your frame goestogether quickly and easily usinga few simple hand tools. Thenchoosing from a wide assortmentof accessories, you add whatevercomponents you want just as easily.

And when you’re done, you havea strong, lightweight structurethat’s as functional as it isattractive. The high-strengthextruded aluminum profiles havea natural-color, anodized surfacethat’s scratch- and corrosion-resistant, never needs painting,and is maintenance-free.

More things can be built,more ways to build them

With Rexroth aluminum structuralframing, you can build just aboutanything you can imagine. Thisincludes, work tables, machinebases, industrial guarding, toolracks, robot stands, workstations,carts, display units, and muchmore.

And all Rexroth products areengineered to work together.That means they fit togetherprecisely, align accurately, andare assembled quickly. OurT-slots allow the use of largerand stronger hardware. So onceyou put a structure together,it stays together.

Made in U.S.A.

Although Bosch inventedaluminum structural framing inEurope over 20 years ago, todaymost of the material used in thesystem is made in America and,of course, is stocked here, too.In fact, all North American BoschRexroth distributors maintain acomplete inventory of almost allthe items shown in this catalog.

Need assistance? Ready toorder?

We realize every question you haveprobably won’t be answered by thiscatalog. So call 1-800-322-6724, andsomeone from our fully trainedstaff will be happy to help you.Or they can provide you with thename and phone number of theauthorized Bosch distributornearest you to help you get started.

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Aluminum Structural Framing1–2

How To Use This Catalog

For an overview of profilesavailable and their technicalspecifications, see page 2-0.

In the “Profiles” section, you willsee drawings of the actual profileat the top of each page that looklike this:

Select the profilebased on your load.1 You can factory order several

different machining options forprofiles, such as pre-drilledthrough-holes are tapped centerbores. Machining options areindicated in both the descriptionand with a graphic iconrepresenting the location.Detailed descriptions anddimensional information formachining options is shown onpage 2-1.

You will also find an end-viewof each profile with dimensionalinformation like the one below.Accessories and other componentswill also have dimensionaldrawings, with other relevantinformation such as fastener sizesindicated.

Ø0.39″

0.41″

0.39″

1.50

″

0.75″

1.50″

2


Technical Data

Moment of inertia Ix = 0.554 in4

Iy = 0.554 in4

Section modulus Wx = 0.554 in3

Wy = 0.554 in3

Profile surface A = 1.226 in2

Weight 1.434 lbs/ft

Description End Machining Part Number

Profile 2x2, Pkg. 20, 240 long 8 981 021 391

Profile 2x2, single, 240 long 8 981 021 400

Profile 2x2, –/–, Single, square cut to length, 1.25 240 8 981 992 332/__in*

Profile 2x2, –/D5⁄16, Single, 1.25 240 8 981 992 333/__in*

Profile 2x2, –/D33⁄64, Single, 1.25 240 8 981 992 334/__in*

Profile 2x2, D5⁄16/D5⁄16, Single, 1.50 240 8 981 992 335/__in*

Profile 2x2, D33⁄64/D33⁄64, Single, 2.50 240 8 981 992 336/__in*

Profile 2x2, D33⁄64/D33⁄64VS, Single, 2.50 240 8 981 992 337/__in*

Profile 2x2, –/1⁄4-20, Single, 2.50 240 8 981 992 404/__in*

Profile 2x2, D5⁄16/1⁄4-20, Single, 2.50 240 8 981 992 405/__in*

*Specify length in 1/16 increments

2 x 2

Ideal for medium- to heavy-dutyconstruction. 2 x 2 profile haseight #8 T-slots and is used withother #8 accessories and fastenersin this catalog.Minimum length: 1.25 Maximum length: 240

ÿ0.23

0.31

0.32

1.00

2.00

0.50 2.00

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Introduction 1–3

3

(1)(2)

(3)

(4)

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Select theaccessories youneed to completeyour structure.

Select theconnectors thatwill give you oryour structure thedesired features.

Rexroth offers four groups ofconnectors based on function.For example, some connectorsprovide (1) 90° right angleconnections for two profiles,(2) variable angle connections,(3) end-to-end connections, and(4) cross connections. So yourfirst step in selecting a connectoris to determine what kind ofconnection you need to do thejob you want. Your next step isto determine what features youwant in the connector groupyou’ve selected.

Rexroth offers a wide variety ofaccessories for building machinebases, guarding elements,stands, partitions, display cases,end-of-arm tooling, conveyorleg sets, and much more.

For example, some connectorsgive you more flexibility andallow you to quickly change orrearrange your structure; someare stronger, some cost less, someprovide concealed connectionsfor a better appearance, someprovide complete access tothe T-slot, and some requiremachining of the profile end(tapped, drilled, or square cut).To determine which typeof connector will give you thebest combination of price,performance, and function—based on your application—talkto your authorized BoschRexroth distributor.

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What You Should Know To HelpYou Get Around This Catalog1.All dimensions in this catalog

are in inches. An English/Metricconversion table and QuickConversion chart for convertingcommon fractions to decimalsare shown on page 1-5, as well asat the back of the catalog.

2.A guide to common profile termsand how to recognize what isincluded when ordering acomponent or kit is also shownon page 1-5.

Below are symbols you’ll see throughout this catalog. You can use thesymbols to quickly identify compatibility between profile, connector,fastener and accessories.

3.Profiles ordered in bundles areavailable only in maximumlengths. Single profiles can beordered in any length and withany type of standard endfinish, either machined ornon-machined. When orderingsingles square cut to length,be sure to specify the lengthin inches to the closest 1/16th(0.063″) of an inch after thepart number.Example:The part number for a 1″ x 1″profile, square cut to 969⁄16″,would be:8 981 992 318/96.563.

4.The maximum length listedfor each profile and othercomponents is the usable length.This means the components mayactually be longer toaccommodate anodizing andother manufacturing processes.

Symbol What it means Symbol What it means

Greater than or equal to/Less than or equal to. Used to specify the available size range for cut-to-order profiles, e.g. ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″indicates a minimum ordering length of 1.25″ and maximum of 240″. NOTE: Always specify lengths to the closest 1/16″ (0.063″).

Indicates diameter, such as in drilled holes or shaft thicknesses.

Button Head Cap ScrewBHCS

Flanged Button Head Cap ScrewFBHCS

Profile has a #8 (0.32″ wide) T-slot. Use any profiles, fasteners, or accessories with the same symbol to insure compatabilty.

Profile has a #10 (0.39″ wide) T-slot. Use any profiles, fasteners, or accessories with the same symbol to insure compatabilty.

Use this component to join profiles with a #8 T-slot to another profile with a #8 T-slot.

Use this component to join profiles with a #8 T-slot to a profile with a #10 T-slot.

Use this component to join profiles with a #10 T-slot to another profile with a #10 T-slot.

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Introduction

Identifying profile components:

1–5

English/Metric Conversion Chart

Multiply By To Get

Linear Millimeters (mm) .03937 InchesInches 25.4 Millimeters (mm)

Area Millimeters2 (mm2) .00155 Inches2

Inches2 645.16 Millimeters2 (mm2)Volume Centimeters3 (cm3) .06102 Inches3

Inches3 16.387 Centimeters3 (cm3)Inches3 .0164 LitersLiters 61.024 Inches3

Velocity Meters/Minute 3.281 Feet/MinuteFeet/Minute .3048 Meters/Minute

Force Kilograms-f (kgf) 9.807 Newtons (N)Newtons (N) .10194 Kilograms-f (kgf)Pounds-f 4.448 Newtons (N)Newtons (N) .2248 Pounds-f

Pressure Bar 14.5 PSIPSI .069 Bar

Torque Newton-Meters (Nm) 8.851 Pounds-InchesPound-Inches .11298 Newton-Meters (Nm)

Moment of Inertia Centimeters4 (cm4) .02403 inch4 (in4)Inches4 (in4) 41.623 centimeters4 (cm4)

What prefixes and suffixes mean:S1/2 Self-Tapping Screw: S=self-tapping1.5 x 1.5H: H=heavy duty

Other specialty profiles and com-ponents may carry suffixes that areexplained in the description onthat item’s catalog page.

When components in drawingsshowing multiple items (such asa connector and profiles, as seenhere) are shaded gray, it meansthey are included with your order.For example, when you orderthe quick connector/rigid (partnumber 8 981 021 601), the kitincludes a setscrew, barrel, andT-connector as shown.

What is included?

Common profile terms

Quick Conversion Chart

Fraction Decimal

1/16 0.0631/8 0.125

3/16 0.1881/4 0.25

5/16 0.3133/8 0.375

7/16 0.4381/2 0.50

9/16 0.5635/8 0.625

11/16 0.6883/4 0.75

13/16 0.8137/8 0.875

15/16 0.938

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Section 2—

Profiles

Pictorial Overview of Catalog Sections

2-0 to 2-1

Profile TechnicalSpecifications

and MachiningOptions Charts

1″ x 1″(#8 T-slots)

2-2

3″ x 3″(#10 T-slots)

2-9

1.5″ x 3″(#10 T-slots)

2-6

1.5″ x 1.5″(#10 T-slots)

2-5

1″ x 2″(#8 T-slots)

2-3

3″ x 6″(#10 T-slots)

2-10

1.5″ x 1.5″H(#10 T-slots)

2-7

1.5″ x 3″H(#10 T-slots)

2-8

2″ x 2″(#8 T-slots)

2-4

1x2 Gusset3-3

2x2 Gusset3-3

1x1 Gusset3-2

1/4-20Self-Tapping

Connection Screw3-8

#8 & #10Inside-to-Inside

Gussets3-7

#8 & #10Inside-to-Outside

Gussets3-6

1.5x3 Gusset3-4

3x3 Gusset3-5

1.5x1.5 Gusset3-4

S1/2Self-Tapping

Connection Screw3-9

1/2-13 x 11⁄4″Connection Screw

3-10

#8 & #10 BoltConnector Kits

3-11

#10 QuickConnector–Rigid

3-12

End-to-EndBolt Connector

Kits3-13

End-to-EndVariable AngleBolt Connector

3-14

Section 3—

Profile

Connectors

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1

Introduction 1–7

Corner JoiningPlates

3-17 & 3-18

T-JunctionJoining Plates

3-19 & 3-20

End-to-SideVariable AngleBolt Connector

3-15

#8 & #10Connection Link

Kits3-16

Cross JunctionJoining Plates

3-21 & 3-22

RectangularJoining Strips

3-23

Section 4—

Fasteners

Square Nut4-2

T-Nuts4-1

Anti-RotationT-Blocks

4-4

#10 Swivel-InT-Bar

4-6

#10 Swivel-InT-Blocks

4-5

#10 T-BoltFastening Kits

4-3

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Panel Sliders5-3

Snap-In SlidingDoor Guides

5-2

Bar Handle5-5

Lift-Off Hinges5-7

Heavy-DutyHinges

5-6

Strap Handles5-4

Compact Lock5-9

Door Stops5-8

Heavy-Duty BallDetent Latch

5-12

Door Seals5-13

Magnetic Latch5-10

Ball DetentLatch5-11

BOSCH

#8 Glazing Strip5-15

#10 Panel SupportInserts

5-14

Section 5—Door andEnclosureComponents

Leveling Feet6-1 & 6-2

Leveling FootPlates for 2x2 &

3x3 Profiles6-3

Threaded Sleevefor Leveling Feet

6-3

Base Plates andAnchor Bolt

6-6

Plate-MountedCasters

6-4

Die-CastFoundation

Bracket6-5

Section 6—Floor to FrameElements

1

Introduction 1–9

Section 7—

Finishing

Elements and

Accessories

T-Slot Covers7-3

End Caps forStructural Profiles

7-2

AluminumT-Slot Covers

7-4

Swivel Bracket7-6

Locking Lever7-5

R-A-M® Mount7-7

Section 8—

Tools

Section 9—Engineering Data and Specifications

Section 10—Product Part Numbering Index

Thread Taps8-1

Drill Bits8-2

How to CutProfiles

8-1

#10 Drilling andBoring Jig

8-3

Ball PointL-Wrenches

8-5

Cleaning Block8-5

#10 Miter DrillingJigs8-4


8-3

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Section 2—T-Slotted ProfilesTechnical Specifications

Moment of inertia

Section modulus

Profile surface

Weight (Mass)

T-slot

Page

0.044

0.044

0.088

0.088

0.404

0.473

2-2

0.085

0.296

0.171

0.296

0.833

0.975

2-3

0.554

0.554

0.554

0.554

1.226

1.434

2-4

0.254

0.254

0.338

0.338

1.095

1.282

2-6

0.193

0.193

0.257

0.257

0.908

1.063

2-5

0.387

1.410

0.516

0.940

1.711

2.002

2-7

0.479

1.755

0.639

1.170

2.139

2.502

2-8

3.346

3.346

2.230

2.230

3.537

4.138

2-9

6.540

22.666

4.360

7.555

6.494

7.598

2-10

A[in2]

m[lbs/ft]

Wx[in3]

Wy[in3]

Iy[in4]

Ix[in4]

1x1 1x2 2x2 3x31.5x1.5 1.5x1.5H 1.5x3 1.5x3H 3x6

8 8 8 10 10 10 10 10 10

2

Profiles 2–1

T-Slotted ProfilesEnd Machining Options

1/2-13

D 5/16

D 5/16V

D33/64

D33/64V

D37/64

.50″

5/16″

5/16

33/64″

33/64″

D37/64V

.750″D3/8

3/8″

.750″

.750″

.50″

1/2-

13

1/4-20

1.575″

1/4-

20

3.346″

37/64″

.964″

37/64″

.964″

2


Technical Data


Iy = 0.044 in4


Wy = 0.088 in3


Weight 0.473 lbs/ft


Profile 1x1, Pkg. 20, 240″ long 8 981 021 389

Profile 1x1, single, 240″ long 8 981 021 398

Profile 1x1, –/–, Single, square cut to length, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 318/__in*

Profile 1x1, –/D5⁄16, Single, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 319/__in*


Profile 1x1, D5⁄16/D5⁄16, Single, ≥ 1.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 321/__in*


Profile 1x1, D33⁄64/D33⁄64VS, Single, ≥ 2.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 323/__in*

Profile 1x1, –/1⁄4-20, Single, ≥ 2.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 400/__in*

Profile 1x1, D5⁄16/1⁄4-20, Single, ≥ 2.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 401/__in*

*Specify length in 1/16″ increments

T-Slotted Profiles

1″ x 1″

Ideal for light-duty construction.1″ x 1″ profile has four #8 T-slotsand is used with other #8accessories and fastenersin this catalog.Minimum length: 1.25″Maximum length: 240″ Ø0.23″

0.32″

0.31″

1.00

″

0.50″

1.00″

8

8

2

Profiles 2–3

Technical Data


Iy = 0.296 in4


Wy = 0.296 in3


Weight 0.975 lbs/ft







Profile 1x2, –/D33⁄64VS, Single, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 327/__in*







1″ x 2″

Ideal for light- to medium-dutyconstruction. 1″ x 2″ profile hassix #8 T-slots and is used withother #8 accessories and fastenersin this catalog.Minimum length: 1.25″Maximum length: 240″

Ø0.23″

0.31″

0.32″

1.00

″

2.00

″

0.50″

1.00″

8

8

2


Technical Data


Iy = 0.554 in4


Wy = 0.554 in3


Weight 1.434 lbs/ft













2″ x 2″

Ideal for medium- to heavy-dutyconstruction. 2″ x 2″ profile haseight #8 T-slots and is used withother #8 accessories and fastenersin this catalog.Minimum length: 1.25″Maximum length: 240″

Ø0.23″

0.31″

0.32″

1.00

″

2.00

″

0.50″2.00″

8

8

2

Profiles 2–5

Technical Data


Iy = 0.193 in4


Wy = 0.257 in3


Weight 1.063 lbs/ft


Profile 1.5x1.5, Pkg. 20, 240″ long 8 981 021 392

Profile 1.5x1.5, single, 240″ long 8 981 021 401

Profile 1.5x1.5, –/–, Single, square cut to length, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 338/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5, –/D3⁄8, Single, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 339/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5, –/D37⁄64, Single, ≥ 1.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 340/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5, –/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 3.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 341/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5, D3⁄8/D3⁄8, Single, ≥ 2.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 342/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5, D37⁄64/D37⁄64, Single, ≥ 3.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 343/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5, D37⁄64/D37⁄64VS, Single, ≥ 3.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 344/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5, D37⁄64/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 5.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 345/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5, 1⁄2–13/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 7.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 346/__in*


1.5″ x 1.5″

Ideal for medium-duty construction.1.5″ x 1.5″ profile has four #10T-slots and is used with other #10accessories and fasteners in thiscatalog.Minimum length: 1.25″Maximum length: 240″

Ø0.39″

0.41″

0.39″

1.50

″

0.75″

1.50″

10

10

2


Technical Data


Iy = 0.254 in4


Wy = 0.338 in3


Weight 1.282 lbs/ft


Profile 1.5x1.5H, Pkg. 20, 240″ long 8 981 021 393

Profile 1.5x1.5H, single, 240″ long 8 981 021 402

Profile 1.5x1.5H, –/–, Single, square cut to length, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 347/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5H, –/D3⁄8, Single, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 348/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5H, –/D37⁄64, Single, ≥ 1.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 349/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5H, –/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 3.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 350/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5H, D3⁄8/D3⁄8, Single, ≥ 2.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 351/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5H, D37⁄64/D37⁄64, Single, ≥ 3.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 352/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5H, D37⁄64/D37⁄64VS, Single, ≥ 3.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 353/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5H, D37⁄64/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 5.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 354/__in*

Profile 1.5x1.5H, 1⁄2–13/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 7.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 355/__in*


1.5″ x 1.5″H

Ideal for medium-duty construction.1.5″ x 1.5″H profile has four #10T-slots and is used with other #10accessories and fasteners in thiscatalog.Minimum length: 1.25″Maximum length: 240″

Ø0.39″

0.41″

0.39″

1.50

″

0.75″

1.50″

10

10

2

Profiles 2–7

Technical Data


Iy = 1.410 in4


Wy = 0.940 in3


Weight 2.002 lbs/ft


Profile 1.5x3, Pkg. 12, 240″ long 8 981 021 394

Profile 1.5x3, single, 240″ long 8 981 021 403

Profile 1.5x3, –/–, Single, square cut to length, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 356/__in*

Profile 1.5x3, –/D3⁄8, Single, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 357/__in*

Profile 1.5x3, –/D37⁄64, Single, ≥ 1.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 358/__in*

Profile 1.5x3, –/D37⁄64VS, Single, ≥ 1.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 359/__in*

Profile 1.5x3, –/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 3.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 360/__in*

Profile 1.5x3, D3⁄8/D3⁄8, Single, ≥ 2.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 361/__in*

Profile 1.5x3, D37⁄64/D37⁄64, Single, ≥ 3.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 362/__in*

Profile 1.5x3, D37⁄64/D37⁄64VS, Single, ≥ 3.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 363/__in*

Profile 1.5x3, D37⁄64/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 5.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 364/__in*

Profile 1.5x3, 1⁄2–13/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 7.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 367/__in*


1.5″ x 3″

Ideal for medium-duty construction.1.5″ x 3″ profile has six #10 T-slotsand is used with other #10accessories and fasteners in thiscatalog.Minimum length: 1.25″Maximum length: 240″

Ø0.39″

0.41″

0.39″

1.50

″

3.00

″0.75″

1.50″

10

10

2


Technical Data


Iy = 1.754 in4


Wy = 1.170 in3


Weight 2.502 lbs/ft


Profile 1.5x3H, Pkg. 12, 240″ long 8 981 021 395

Profile 1.5x3H, single, 240″ long 8 981 021 404

Profile 1.5x3H, –/–, Single, square cut to length, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 368/__in*

Profile 1.5x3H, –/D3⁄8, Single, ≥ 1.25″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 369/__in*

Profile 1.5x3H, –/D37⁄64, Single, ≥ 1.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 370/__in*

Profile 1.5x3H, –/D37⁄64VS, Single, ≥ 1.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 371/__in*

Profile 1.5x3H, –/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 3.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 372/__in*

Profile 1.5x3H, D3⁄8/D3⁄8, Single, ≥ 2.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 373/__in*

Profile 1.5x3H, D37⁄64/D37⁄64, Single, ≥ 3.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 374/__in*

Profile 1.5x3H, D37⁄64/D37⁄64VS, Single, ≥ 3.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 375/__in*

Profile 1.5x3H, D37⁄64/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 5.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 376/__in*

Profile 1.5x3H, 1⁄2–13/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 7.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 379/__in*


1.5″ x 3″H

Ideal for heavy-duty construction.1.5″ x 3″H profile has six #10T-slots and is used with other#10 accessories and fastenersin this catalog.Minimum length: 1.25″Maximum length: 240″

10

10

Ø0.39″

0.41″

0.39″

1.50

″3.

00″

0.75″

1.50″

2

Profiles

Technical Data


Iy = 3.346 in4


Wy = 2.230 in3


Weight 4.138 lbs/ft







Profile 3x3, –/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 3.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 383/__in*




Profile 3x3, D37⁄64/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 5.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 387/__in*

Profile 3x3, 1⁄2–13/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 7.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 388/__in*


3″ x 3″

Ideal for heavy-duty construction.3″ x 3″ profile has eight #10T-slots and is used with other#10 accessories and fastenersin this catalog.Minimum length: 1.25″Maximum length: 240″

0.39″

Ø0.39″

0.41″

3.00

″

0.75″

3.00″1.50″

2–9

10

10

2

Aluminum Structural Framing

Technical Data


Iy = 22.666 in4


Wy = 7.555 in3


Weight 7.598 lbs/ft






Profile 3x6, –/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 3.50″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 393/__in*


Profile 3x6, D37⁄64/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 5.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 396/__in*

Profile 3x6, D37⁄64VS/D37⁄64VS, Single, ≥ 3.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 397/__in*

Profile 3x6, 1⁄2–13/1⁄2–13, Single, ≥ 7.00″ ≤ 240″ 8 981 992 399/__in*


3″ x 6″

Ideal for heavy-duty construction.3″ x 6″ profile has twelve #10 T-slotsand is used with other #10accessories and fasteners inthis catalog.Minimum length: 1.25″Maximum length: 240″

0.39″

Ø0.39″

0.41″

0.75″3.00″

1.50

″1.

50″

6.00

″1.

50″

2–10

10

10

3

Profile Connectors 3–1

Section 3—Profile Connectors

One of the greatest strengths ofthe Bosch structural aluminumframing system is the wide choiceof connection methods, and theability to provide the rightconnection regardless of

1x2 Gusset3-3

2x2 Gusset3-3

1x1 Gusset3-2

1/4-20Self-Tapping

Connection Screw3-8

90° Right Angle Connectors

#8 & #10Inside-to-Inside

Gussets3-7

Corner JoiningPlates

3-17 & 3-18

T-Junction Joining Plates

3-19 & 3-20

Joining Plates

application. Strength, flexibility,or aesthetics, or a combinationof all these advantages, are typicalof all Bosch Rexroth connectorsand fasteners.

#8 & #10Inside-to-Outside

Gussets3-6

1.5x3 Gusset3-4

3x3 Gusset3-5

1.5x1.5 Gusset3-4

S1/2Self-Tapping

Connection Screw3-9

1/2-13 x 11⁄4″Connection Screw

3-10

#8 & #10 BoltConnector Kits

3-11

#10 QuickConnector–Rigid

3-12

End-to-EndBolt Connector

Kits3-13

End-to-EndVariable AngleBolt Connector

3-14

End-to-SideVariable AngleBolt Connector

3-15

#8 & #10Connection Link

Kits3-16

Cross JunctionJoining Plates

3-21 & 3-22

RectangularJoining Strips

3-23

1

23

3


Die-cast aluminum gussets areavailable for the new inch-seriesprofiles, in sizes 1″x1″, 1″x2″, 2″x2″,1.5″x1.5″, 1.5″x3″, and 3″x3″.Alignment tabs assure properalignment of gusset in the profile’sT-slot. Tabs can be easily removedwith a flat-tip screwdriver forcross-connection of profiles.

Machining required:• None

Material:• Gusset: die-cast aluminum• Fasteners: zinc-plated steel

TAB

Gussets

Features:• T-slot alignment tabs for easy

positioning and reducedassembly time

• Clean, professional appearance• Connects anywhere on the

profile’s T-slot• Gusset available as a separate

component• Close tolerances on gusset edges

provide flush, tight fit• Alignment tabs can easily be

removed for cross-orientedconnections

Description Qty Part Number

1x1 gusset only 1 3 842 532 163

1x1 gusset with fasteners 1 8 981 021 537

1″ x 1″ Gusset

1/4-20 x 3/8″BHCS

0.13″ 0.28″

0.29″

0.92″

0.88

″

0.65

″

8 10

8

8�8

3



1x2 gusset only 1 3 842 532 165


1″ x 2″ Gusset


2x2 gusset only 1 3 842 532 167


2″ x 2″ Gusset

0.13″ 0.28″

0.92″

1.88

″ 0.29″

0.64

″

1.64

″

1/4-20 x 3/8″BHCS

0.13″

1.92″

1/4-20 x 3/8″BHCS

0.29″

1.64

″0.

64″

0.28″1.00″

1.88

″

8�8

8

8�8

8

3



1.5x1.5 gusset only 1 3 842 532 169

1.5x1.5 gusset with fasteners 1 8 981 021 540

1.5″ x 1.5″ Gusset


1.5x3 gusset only 1 3 842 532 171

1.5x3 gusset with fasteners 1 8 981 021 541

1.5″ x 3″ Gusset

0.25″

1.42″

1.34

″

0.35″

0.92

″

5/16-18 x 5/8″FBHCS 0.35″

0.25″

1.42″

2.84

″

0.35″

0.92

″2.

42″

0.34″5/16-18 x 5/8″FBHCS

10�10

10

10�10

10

3

Profile Connectors

0.25″

1.42″

2.84

″

5/16-18 x 5/8″FBHCS

0.35″

0.92

″2.

42″

0.34″

3–5


3x3 gusset only 1 3 842 532 173


3″ x 3″ Gusset10�10

10

3


#8 and #10 Inside-to-Outside Gussets

These gussets provide concealedright-angle connections whenjoining the inside #8 or #10 T-slotof one profile to the outside #8 or#10 T-slot of another profile. Thisenables you to make the type ofconnection shown at right. Thisconnection method provides easyaccess to the fastening set screws(included with connector),while the inside T-slots remainunobstructed.

Features:• Clean appearance• Easy set screw installation• Does not obstruct the T-slot


Material:• Die-cast brass

Description Part Number

A – #8 inside-to-outside gusset and set screws, package of 10 8 981 021 606

B – #10 inside-to-outside gusset and set screws, package of 10 8 981 021 607

1/4″set screw

5/16″set screw

A

B

1.18″

0.83

″

1.50″

1.26

″

8 10

10

8

10�10

8�8

3


#8 and #10 Inside-to-Inside Gussets

These gussets provide concealedright-angle connections whenjoining the inside #8 or #10 T-slotof one profile to the inside #8 or#10 T-slot of another profile. Thisenables you to make the type ofconnection shown below right.This connection method provideseasy access to the fastening setscrews (included with package)and allows adjustability of profilesafter the structure is assembled.

Features:• Clean appearance• Easy set screw installation


Material:• Die-cast brass


A – #8 inside-to-inside gusset and set screws, package of 10 8 981 021 608

B – #8 to #10 inside-to-inside gusset and set screws, package of 10 8 981 021 609

C – #10 inside-to-inside gusset and set screws, package of 10 8 981 021 610

1.34

″ 1.50″

0.83

″

1.18″

1.34

″ 1.42″

A

B

C

1/4″ set screw

5/16″ set screw

8 10 8�10

8�10

8

10

1/4″ set screw

5/16″ set screw

8�10

8

10

3


S1/4-20 Self-Tapping Connection Screw

The S1/4-20 self-tapping connec-tion screw connects a profile witha #8 T-slot to a 1″-series profile witha 0.28″ center bore at right angles.Because the screw head does notobstruct the T-slot, it is ideal forapplications where a panel orpane is inserted into the slot. TheS1/4-20 connection screw createsan especially strong connectionbecause it rolls the threads as it istightened, as opposed to cuttingthem. To form a butt joint, thescrew is threaded into the centerbore of one profile until 0.16″ ofthe thread remains. The screw headis then slipped into the T-slot of thesecond profile.A T30 Torx head wrench is theninserted through the 5/16″ accesshole (drilled by end user) andthe screw is tightened. Drilling jigsand wrenches, are available in the“Tools” section.

Features:• Large thread diameter ensures

connection strength, vibrationresistance, and pull-out strength

• Does not obscure the profile’sT-slot, easy panel insertion

• Self-threading for quick, easyinstallation

• Hardened and tempered forextra strength


S1/4-20 x 3/4″ self-tapping connection screw, one 8 981 021 462

#8 anti-rotation T-block, optional, one (see page 4-4) 8 981 021 473

#8 drilling and boring jig, one (see page 8-3) 8 981 021 428

0.75

″1/4-20

T30

S1/4-20 self-tapping T30 connection screw

Ø5/16″ access hole

8

Machining required:• 5/16″ access hole

Material:• Industrial grade 5 steel,

zinc-plated

3


S1/2 Self-Tapping Connection Screw

The S1/2 self-tapping connectionscrew connects a profile with a #10T-slot to 1.5″-series profiles with a0.39″ center bore at right angles.Because the screw head does notobstruct the T-slot, it is ideal forapplications where a panel or paneis inserted into the slot. The S1/2connection screw creates anespecially strong connectionbecause it rolls the threads asit is tightened, as opposed tocutting them.To form a butt joint, the screw isthreaded into the center bore ofone profile until 0.16″ of thethread remains. The screw head isthen slipped into the T-slot of thesecond profile. A 5/16″ hex headwrench is then inserted throughthe 3/8″ access hole (drilled byend user) and the screw is tight-ened. Drilling jigs and wrenchesare available in the “Tools” section.



• Does not obscure the profile’sT-slot, easy panel access

• Self-threading for quick, easyinstallation



S1/2 x 1.2″ self-tapping connection screw (5/16″ hex-socket head), one 8 981 021 645



S1/2 Screw

3/8″ access hole

5/16″ hex-head wrench

1.2″

S1/2(0.421″)

5/16″

10

Machining required:• 3/8″ access hole


zinc-plated

3


1/2-13 x 11⁄4″ Connection Screw

The 1/2-13 x 11⁄4″ connection screwconnects a profile with #10T-slots to 1.5″-series profiles with0.39″ center bores at right angles.Because the screw head does notobstruct the T-slot, it is ideal forapplications where a panel or paneis inserted into the slot. To form abutt joint, the screw is threadedinto the center bore of one profileuntil 0.16″ of the thread remains.The screw head is then slippedinto the T-slot of the secondprofile. A 5/16″ hex head wrenchis then inserted through the 3/8″access hole (drilled by end user)and the screw is tightened. Drillingjigs and wrenches are available inthe “Tools” section.



• Does not obscure the profile’sT-slot, easy panel access


Machining required:• 1/2-13 tap• 3/8″ access hole


zinc-plated


1/2-13 x 11⁄4″ connection screw, one 8 981 021 463



Use 1/2-13 Tap

1/2-13 x 11⁄4″ Screw

3/8″ access hole

5/16″ hex-head wrench

1.25

″1/2-13

5/16″

Assembly Note

Tap center bore in profile 1/2-13 whenusing 1/2-13 x 11⁄4″ connections screws

10

3


Bolt Connector Kits

These bolt connector kits providean extremely strong right-angleconnection for joining profiles with#8 or #10 T-slots. On profiles with#8 T-slots (such as 1x1 or 1x2), a33⁄64″ hole must be drilled throughthe side of one profile to accommo-date the barrel. On profiles with#10 T-slots (such as 1.5x1.5 or 3x3),a 37⁄64″ hole must be drilled. Kitincludes T-nuts. Because the boltconnector obscures the profile’sT-slot, panels or panes must betrimmed.

Machining required:• 33⁄64″ through-hole for #8 profiles• 37⁄64″ through-hole for #10 profiles

Material:• Hardware: industrial

grade 5 steel, zinc-plated• Cover caps and alignment pins:

black polyamide 6


A 1.0″ bolt connector kit, package of 10 8 981 021 661

B 2.0″ bolt connector kit, package of 10 8 981 021 663

C 1.5″ bolt connector kit, package of 10 8 981 021 662

D 3.0″ bolt connector kit, package of 10 8 981 021 664



8 10

10

8

1

23

10

8

1.5″

2.0″

1.0″

3.0″

A

B

C

D

3


Quick Connector/Rigid

Quick connectors/rigid providea simple and easy way to connectprofiles with #10 T-slots at rightangles to form supporting framesor protective barriers. Ideal forfast assembly and disassembly oftemporary structures such as tradeshow displays and fixtures. A 37⁄64″hole must be drilled through theprofile to accommodate the barreland provide access to tighteningscrew. Note that two options areavailable: vertical access, where thebarrel is parallel with the T-bolthead; and horizontal access, wherethe barrel is perpendicular to theT-bolt head.When using the quick connector/rigid, three T-slots remain open formounting accessories.

Machining required:• Barrel requires 37⁄64″ through-hole


zinc-plated


Vertical access quick connector/rigid for #10 T-slot to #10 T-slot . 8 981 021 601Includes #10 T-bolt and barrel. Package of 10.

Horizontal access quick connector/rigid for #10 T-slot to #10 T-slot . 8 981 021 602Includes #10 T-bolt and barrel. Package of 10.


1.97″

1.28

″ 0.97″

0.97″

1.28″

1.97″

Horizontal

access

Vertical

access

10

10�10

10�10

3


End-to-End Bolt Connector Kits

These connector kits providea strong end-to-end connectionfor any #10 T-slotted profiles.A 37⁄64″ hole must be drilledthrough the sides of profilesto accommodate barrels. Kitsinclude cover caps to concealbolt connector and provideneat, finished appearance.Note: For precise positioning, usedrilling/boring jig 8 981 021 429.

Features:• Quick, easy installation

Machining required:• 37⁄64″ through-hole

Material:• Hardware: industrial

grade 5 steel, zinc-plated• Cover caps and alignment pins:

black polyamide 6


A 1.5″ End-to-end bolt connector kit, package of 10 8 981 021 667

B 3.0″ End-to-end bolt connector kit, package of 10 8 981 021 668


10

3.0″

1.5″

A

B

10

10

3


End-to-End Variable AngleBolt Connector

This bendable connector providesa simple and easy way to connectthe ends of profiles with #10 T-slotsat various angles. This connectorcan be bent one time at any angleup to 90˚ with a permissiblecorrection bend of up to 10˚.37⁄64″ holes must be drilled throughboth profiles to accommodate thebarrels and provide access to thetightening screws. The availabledrilling jigs provide the properend spacing for #10 T-slots.

Features:• Allows quick assembly and

disassembly• Three T-slots remain open for

mounting panels and accessories

Machining required:• 37⁄64″ through-hole required in

both profiles

Material:• Tie-rod: stainless steel• Barrel: zinc-plated steel


End-to-end variable angle bolt connector , package of 10 8 981 021 603

#10 miter end-to-end drilling jig, one (see page 8-4) 8 981 021 576

Through-hole

When making angled connections, locate through-holes in the profiles as specified below.

Prior to installation, bend connector to within ±10° of desired angle

Assembly Note

10

3.94″

1.48″

1.04″

0.59″

0.57″0.39″

1.22″

0.66″

10

10

3


End-to-Side Variable AngleBolt Connector

This bendable connector providesa simple and easy way to connectthe end of one #10 profile to theside of another #10 profile atvarious angles. This connector canbe bent one time at any angle inthe range between 45° and 135°from perpendicular with a permis-sible correction bend of up to 10˚.A 37⁄64″ hole must be drilledthrough the ending profile toaccommodate the barrels andprovide access to the tighteningscrews.

Features:• Allows quick assembly and

disassembly• Three T-slots remain open for

mounting panels and accessories

Machining required:• 37⁄64″ through-hole required in

both profiles

Material:• Tie-rod: stainless steel• Barrel: zinc-plated steel


End-to-side variable angle bolt connector , package of 10 8 981 021 604

#10 end-to-side miter drilling jig, one (see page 8-4) 8 981 021 597

10

2.95″0.24″0.50″

1.22″0.39″

0.66″

1.02″

0.71″

0.71″

10

10

Through-hole

When making angled connections, locate through-holes in the profiles as specified below.

Prior to installation, bend connector to within ±10° of desired angle

Assembly Note

3


#8 and #10 Connection Link Kits

These connectors provide a heavy-duty end-to-end connection forprofiles with #8 or #10 T-slots.Ideal for creating perimeterguards and conveyor rails. Allfastening hardware includedwith each connection link.

Features:• Easy assembly and disassembly• Large surface area contact with

profile T-slots allows use inheavy-duty applications


Material:• Zinc-plated steel


A – #8 connection link and fastener kit, 7″ long, one 8 981 021 547

B – #10 connection link and fastener kit, 7″ long, one 8 981 021 488

A

0.79

″0.

63″

7″

7″

0.24″

0.42″

B

3–16

8 10

3

Profile Connectors

Corner Joining Platesfor 1″-series profiles

These joining plates fasten to theoutside face of profiles with a #8T-slot. They provide a strong 90°connection without interferingwith the inside T-slot.

Material:• 6063-T6 anodized aluminum• Finish: clear anodized

3 x 3 Corner Joining Plate


3 x 3 corner joining plate, one 8 981 021 377

#8 1/4-20 T-nut, one 8 981 021 460

1/4-20 x 1/2″ FBHCS screw, one 8 981 021 480

Order hardware separately

2.85

″

1/4″

1.40″

2.40″

2.85″

0.40″

0.83

″0.

40″

Ø9/32″

3–17

8

8

8

8

8

3


Corner Joining Platesfor 1.5″-series profiles

These joining plates fasten to theoutside face of profiles with a #10T-slot. They provide a strong 90°connection without interferingwith the inside T-slot.


4.5 x 4.5 Corner Joining Plate 6 x 6 Corner Joining Plate


4.5 x 4.5 corner joining plate, one 8 981 021 384

6 x 6 corner joining plate, one 8 981 021 376

#10 5/16-18 T-nut, one 8 981 021 324

5/16-18 x 5/8″ FBHCS screw, one 8 981 021 481

Order hardware separately Order hardware separately

1.26

″

1/4″

2.13″

3.63″

4.25″

0.63″

0.63

″

Ø11/32″

2.76

″

1/4″

5.76″

3.63″

5.13″

0.63″

0.63

″

Ø11/32″

10

10 10

10

10

10

10

3


T-Junction Joining Platesfor 1″-series profiles

These joining plates attach tothe outside face profiles with#8 T-slots. They provide astrong and convenient methodto connect profiles to form aT-connection without interferingwith the inside T-slots.


3 x 3 T-Junction Joining Plate


3 x 3 T-junction joining plate, one 8 981 021 378


#8 1/4-20 T-nut, one 8 981 021 460

1/4-20 x 1/2″ FBHCS screw, one 8 981 021 480

4 x 4 T-Junction Joining Plate


0.84

″

1/4″

2.42″

2.84″

1.42″

0.42″

0.42

″

Ø9/32″

00

1 /4″

2.42″

3.42″

3.85″

1.42″0.42″

0.42

″

Ø9/32″

8

8 8

8

8

8

8

3


T-Junction Joining Platesfor 1.5″-series profiles

These joining plates attach tothe outside face of profiles with#10 T-slots. They provide astrong and convenient methodto connect profiles to form aT-connection without interferingwith the inside T-slots.


4.5 x 4.5 T-Junction Joining Plate


4.5 x 4.5 T-junction joining plate, one 8 981 021 385


#10 5/16-18 T-nut, one 8 981 021 324

5/16-18 x 5/8″ FBHCS screw, one 8 981 021 481

6 x6 T-Junction Joining Plate


1.26

″

1/4″

4.26″

0.63″

2.13″

3.63″

0.63

″

Ø11/32″

2.76

″

0.63″2.13″

3.63″

5.13″

5.76″

0.63

″

1/4″

Ø11/32″

10

10 10

10

10

10

10

3

Profile Connectors

Cross Joining Platesfor 1″-series profiles

These joining plates attach tothe outside face of profiles with#8 T-slots. They provide a strongand convenient method toconnect profiles to form across connection withoutinterfering with the inside T-slots.


3 x 5 Cross Joining Plate


3 x 5 cross joining plate, one 8 981 021 380

4 x 6 cross joining plate, one 8 981 021 381

#8 1/4-20 T-nut, one 8 981 021 460

1/4-20 x 1/2″ FBHCS screw, one 8 981 021 480



0.84

″

2.84

″2.

42″

1.42

″0.

42″

4.85″

0.42″

1.42″

0.84″2.42″

3.42″

4.42″

1/4″

Ø9/32″

5.84″

0.42″

2.42″

3.42″

4.42″

5.42″

1.42″

1.84″3.

84″

2.84

″1.

00″

1.00

″1.

84″

1/4″

Ø9/32″

3–21

8

8 8

8

8

8

8

3


Cross Joining Platesfor 1.5″-series profiles

These joining plates attachto the outside face of profileswith #10 T-slots. They provide astrong and convenient methodto connect profiles to form across connection withoutinterfering with the inside T-slots.


7.5 x 4.5 Cross Joining Plate


7.5 x 4.5 Cross joining plate, one 8 981 021 386

9 x 6 Cross joining plate, one 8 981 021 387

#10 5/16-18 T-nut, one 8 981 021 324

5/16-18 x 5/8″ FBHCS screw, one 8 981 021 481



3.24

″

1.50

″

2.13

″

1.26

″

4.26

″

0.63″

2.13″

3.63″ 5.13″

6.63″

7.26″1.26″

1/4″

Ø11/32″

8.84″

1.50

″

1.26

″

1.26

″1.

26″

5.84

″

0.63″

2.13″

2.13″

3.63″5.13″

6.63″

8.13″

1/4″

Ø11/32″

10

10 10

10

10

10

10

3


Rectangular Joining Strips

These joining strips attach tothe outside face of profiles with#8 or #10 T-slots. They provide a90° connection without interferingwith the inside T-slots.


1x2 Rectangular Joining Strip

1.5 x 3 RectangularJoining Strip


1x2 rectangular joining strip, one 8 981 021 375

#8 1/4-20 T-nut, one 8 981 021 460

1/4-20 x 1/2″ FBHCS screw, one 8 981 021 480


1.5 x 3 rectangular joining strip, one 8 981 021 382

#10 5/16-18 T-nut, one 8 981 021 324

5/16-18 x 5/8″ FBHCS screw, one 8 981 021 481



0.84

″0.

42″

0.42″1.42″

1.84″

1/4″

Ø9/32″

1/4″

0.63″

2.76″2.13″

1.26

″0.

63″

Ø11/32″

8 10

8

8

8

8

10

10

10

10

4


Bosch’s wide selection of fastenersconnects various equipment andaccessories to profiles using theT-slot. All fasteners are designedfor quick, easy installation andhave a large surface area to providestrong, secure fastening. Also,many have grooved surfaces toresist loosening and provideESD protection.

Section 4 —Fasteners

Square Nut4-2

T-Nuts4-1

Anti-RotationT-Blocks

4-4

#10 Swivel-InT-Bar

4-6

#10 Swivel-InT-Blocks

4-5

#10 T-BoltFastening Kits

4-3

4

Fasteners


#8 T-nuts

1/4−20 U.N.C. 8 981 021 460

10–32 U.N.F. 8 981 021 461

#10 T-nuts

1/4−20 U.N.C. 8 981 021 646

8–32 U.N.C. 8 981 021 321

10–32 U.N.F. 8 981 021 322

5/16−18 U.N.C. 8 981 021 671

T-Nuts

The T-nut fastens loads to profileswhen using screws such as button-head, pan-head, socket-head, andcap screw. When tightened, thecam neck on the T-nut turns to thelocked position.

Features:• Inserts anywhere along profile’s

T-slot• Grooves on head “bite” into

metal to securely lock T-nut inposition and to resist vibration

• Grooves also provide ESDprotection

• Has more surface to providegreater contact with profilesurface and greater grip strength

• Tapered neck design providesself-aligning and locking in T-slot

Material:• Zinc-plated industrial

grade 5 steel

0.39″

0.31″

0.18

″ 0.23

″

0.52″0.77″

T-nut

T-nut8

10

4–1

8 10

10

8

4


Square Nut

Square nuts are a cost-effectivefastener for medium-dutyapplications. They are availablein sizes for both #8 and #10 T-slots.These zinc-plated steel “nuts” slideinto the end of the T-slot.

Features:• Economical fastener



A 1/4-20 square nut, one 8 981 021 446

A 10-32 square nut, one 8 981 021 447

B 5/16-18 square nut, one 8 981 021 443

B 1/4-20 square nut, one 8 981 021 444

B 10-32 square nut, one 8 981 021 445

8 10

A

B

10

8

8

10

10

0.12

″0.

12″

8

10

4

Fasteners

T-Bolt Fastening Kit, #10 T-Slot

The T-bolt fastening kit, availablein a variety of thread sizes andlengths with matching flange nut,fastens equipment and accessoriesto #10 T-slotted profiles. TheT-bolt is designed so that whentightened, the cam on its necklocks the bolt head in the properorientation for secure connection.T-bolts are available in threelengths: 5/8″, 3/4″, and 1″.(This length “L” is the portion ofthe T-bolt which extends beyondthe surface of the profile.)

Features:• Alignment slot on bolt assures

correct fastening• Inserts anywhere along profile’s

T-slot• Grooves on head “bite” into metal

to securely lock T-bolt in positionand to resist vibration

• Grooves also provide ESDprotection

• Has more surface to providegreater contact with profilesurface and greater grip strength


zinc-plated

Length “L” Description Part Number

5/8″ 1/4-20 T-bolt fastening kit, one 8 981 021 556



1″ 5/16-18 T-bolt fastening kit, one 8 981 021 555

1/4-20 flange nut only, one 8 981 021 465

5/16-18 flange nut only, one 8 981 021 464

1/4-20 or 5/16/-18

0.32″

0.83″

0.24″

L

4–3

10

4


Anti-Rotation T-Block

The Anti-Rotation T-block is usedto prevent rotation where twistmoments are applied to profileT-joints. It is available for profileswith #8 or #10 T-slots.It swivels into the T-slot and whenlocked into place with a set screw,it will prevent rotation of theadjacent profile.Includes set screw.

Features:• Swivel-in mounting• Prevents rotation at connection

point• Large surface area contact with

profile’s T-slot


zinc-plated


#8 swivel-in anti-rotation T-block, one 8 981 021 473

#10 swivel-in anti-rotation T-block, one 8 981 021 474

0.23″

0.19″0.46″

0.58″

0.24″

0.28″

0.39″

0.51″

8 10

8

10

8

10

4

Fasteners

#10 Swivel-In T-Block

The swivel-in T-block fastens loadsto any #10 T-slotted profile, evenafter the structure has been built.Its ample surface-contact area withthe profile’s T-slot provides securefastening. The swivel-in T-block canbe easily positioned, moved, andrepositioned in the T-slot. The #10swivel-in T-block is available with1/4-20, 5/16-18, and 10-32 threads.

Features:• Can be inserted anywhere

along the profile’s T-slotafter the structure is completed

• Provides quick, easy fastening• Large surface area contact

with profile’s T-slot providesmaximum strength


zinc-plated


#10 swivel-in T-block, 1/4-20, one 8 981 021 441

#10 swivel-in T-block, 5/16-18, one 8 981 021 440

#10 swivel-in T-block, 10-32, one 8 981 021 442

0.24″

0.59

″

0.79″

4–5

10

10

10

10

10

4


#10 Swivel-In T-Bar

The swivel-in T-bar allows youto make fasteners to suit yourapplication. Designed for use with#10 T-slotted profiles, the T-bar issupplied as raw steel stock whichmay be cut to length, then boredand tapped in any diameter up to5/16″. The groove in the bar actsas a drill guide.Length: 39 inches.

Features:• Can drill holes anywhere along

the bar• Large surface area contact

with profile’s T-slot providesmaximum strength

Material:• 12L 14 cold drawn steel


#10 swivel-in T-bar, 39 inches long, one 8 981 021 641

0.24″

0.59

″

39″

10

10

10

5

Components for Doors and Enclosures 5–1

Panel Sliders5-3

Snap-In SlidingDoor Guides

5-2

Bar Handle5-5

Lift-Off Hinges5-7

Heavy-DutyHinges

5-6

Strap Handles5-4

Section 5—Components for Doorsand Enclosures

Whether you’re looking for com-ponents to build doors or fixedenclosures, you’ll find what youneed on the following pages.

Bosch offers two basic types ofdoors that easily fit your structuralframing system: (1) sliding doorsor panels that move horizontallyor vertically within a sliding doorprofile, or (2) hinged doors that

swing open and closed. Doorand enclosure components arecompatible with all other elementsin the structural framing systemmaking it easy to enclose areas thathave already been integrated intothe system, secure work areas formaintenance or construction,or build partitions aroundworkstations for privacy.

Compact Lock5-9

Door Stops5-8

Universal BallDetent Latch

5-12

Door Seals5-13

Magnetic Latch5-10

Ball DetentLatch5-11

BOSCH

#8 Glazing Strip5-15

#10 Panel SupportInserts

5-14

5


Snap-In Sliding Door Guides

Snap-in sliding door guidesprovide a track on which slidingdoors can ride. They are designedto snap easily into #10 T-slots onprofiles. The construction of theguides is suitable for light- tomedium-weight doors and panels.Hard plastic glide insert is availablethat fits into guide groove to helpdoor slide smoothly and safely.

Length: 78 inches

Features:• Can be used with all standard

structural profiles• Snap-in construction provides

quick, easy installation

Material:• Snap-in sliding door guide:

black PVC• Plastic glide insert: black

polyethylene


#10 snap-in sliding door guide, 78 inches long, one 8 981 021 458

Plastic glide insert, 78 inches long, one 3 842 516 694

1.50″0.36″

0.83″

0.71″

0.31″

10

L

H

To create a removable door, set dimension "H" equal to "L"minus 7/8″

Assembly Hint

10

5


Panel Slider


Panel slider, one 3 842 311 645

The panel slider is inserted intoa profile’s #10 T-slot, then attachedto a door or panel to provide safeand smooth sliding operations.The slider can function for bothhorizontally and verticallymounted sliding doors.

Material:• Black POM

Use the panel slider to build economical lifting doors for machine and safety guarding as shown.

Application Hint

0.24″

1.18″

0.09″

0.79

″0.

59″

0.39″

1.57″0.98″

0.26″

0.26″

0.12″

10

5


Strap Handles

The strap handle is ideal foropening and closing sliding doorsand access panels. Its sturdy designand solid grip also make it excel-lent for material handling trays.

Material:• Black polyamide

Recommended hardware:• Medium:

1/4-20 x 5/8″ socket head capscrew

• Large:1/4-20 x 3/4″ socket head capscrew


Medium strap handle, one 3 842 525 480

Medium strap handle, one 3 842 525 481

Large strap handle, one 3 842 525 766

Large strap handle, one 3 842 525 767

1.97″

1.97″

5.24″

7.68″

7.05″

4.61″

1.02″

1.02″

0.25″

0.25″

8

10

8 10

8

8

10

10

Medium

Large

5


Bar Handle

The bar handle can be usedwith drawers and swinging andsliding doors. Handle is fastenedusing double-sided tape, rivets,or button-head cap screws.

Length: 118 inches

Material:• Natural anodized aluminum


Bar handle, 118 inches long 8 981 021 642

0.98

″

0.79″ 0.08″

8 10

5


Heavy-Duty Hinges

These hinges attach profiles to eachother or to panels. Three versionsare available: to attach two #8profiles, to attach two #10 profiles,or to connect #8 profiles to #10profiles.You can also attach doors thathave different size T-slots than thesupport frame. Mounting hard-ware included.

Features:• Hinge can be used for parallel

or perpendicular mountingof profiles

• Mounting hardware included

Material:• Hinge: black polyamide 6• Hinge pin: zinc-plated steel

DescriptionWhen joining Profile 1 to Profile 2 FMAX Specify this hinge part number (pkg of 2)

A – 33.5 lbs-f 8 981 021 496

B – 33.5 lbs-f 8 981 021 497

C – 33.5 lbs-f 8 981 021 498

8 10

8 8

8 10

10 10

1-3/

4"

1"

1"

1/4"

8

8 A

1-3/

4"

1"

1-3/4"

1/4"

8

101-

3/4" 1-3/4"

1-3/4"

1/4"

10

10

B

C

0.19″

Profile 1 Profile 2

FMAX

x2

x2

x2

5


Lift-Off Hinge needed when joining Part Number (pkg of 2)

Profile 1 to Profile 2 Swing direction

A Right-hand (not shown) 8 981 021 500

B Right-hand (not shown) 8 981 021 504

C Right-hand (not shown) 8 981 021 502

A Left-hand (shown above) 8 981 021 499

B Left-hand (shown above) 8 981 021 503

C Left-hand (shown above) 8 981 021 501

Lift-off hinges are designed forhanging doors on profiles with #8or #10 T-slots. This hinge can alsobe used to hang doors that have adifferent size T-slot than thesupport frame.All mounting hardware included.

Features:• Hinges can be positioned to

provide right- or left-handopening

• For surface- or butt-mount

Material:• Hinge: black polyamide 6• Hinge pin: zinc-plated steel

Lift-Off Hinges

8 10

8 8

8 8

8 10

8 10

10 10

10 10

FMAX = 67.4 lbs.-f

0.20″0.20″

0.71″

0.45″

0.75″

1-3/

4″

1″

1″8

8

1/4″

A

2x

B

2x

C

2x

1-3/

4″

1″

8

1/4″

1-3/4″10

1-3/

4″

1/4″

1-3/4″

1-3/4″

10

10

5


Door Stops

Door stops provide a buffer forfreely swinging or sliding doorsto lessen noise and protect thedoor from damage. Three stylesare available to fit profiles with#10 T-slots: large cylindrical, smallcylindrical, and bullet-shaped.Includes installation hardware.

Material:• Rubber, hardness 55, shore A


Large cylindrical stop kit, package of 10 8 981 021 578

Small cylindrical stop kit, package of 10 8 981 021 579

Bullet-shaped stop kit, package of 10 8 981 021 580

0.39″

0.79″

0.59″

0.94″

0.39″

0.75″

Ø0.79″

Ø0.79″

Ø0.79″

10

5–8

5

Components for Doors and Enclosures

Compact Lock

Compact locks are designed foruse with 1.5″-series profiles. Theyfeature a self-latching mechanismand an ergonomic, low-profilerelease handle. Locks are availablewith a universal key, with randomlyselected keys, or in a “latch only”non-locking version. Includes twokeys and mounting hardware.Some machining necessary.

Material:• Lock assembly: Die-cast zinc,

black powder-coated• Hardware: zinc-plated steel

Description Part number

A – Compact lock, with random key, one 8 981 021 561

B – Compact lock, with universal key, one 8 981 021 562

C – Compact lock, non-locking, one 8 981 021 619

1.38″

3.46″

max. 0.98″ max. 0.98″

0.04″ to 0.12″

3.15

″

2.95

″

1.5″

0.79

″

1.22

″

2.21

″

0.26

″

10

5–9

1/4-20 x 13⁄8″

5


Magnetic Latches

BOSCH


9.0 lb magnetic latch , one 8 981 021 582

Magnetic latches are designedto hold swinging doors shut.The magnetic latch is designedfor use with #8 or #10 T-slottedprofiles, and has a 9 lb. pullingforce. Includes two striker plates.

Material:• black polyamide 6,

zinc-plated steel

8 10

8 10

0.33″

0.55″

1.61″1.22″

0.83″

9.0 lb. magnet

0.16″

0.21″

1.12″ 0.41″

1.38″1.89″

0.35″

0.42″

0.06″

0.55″

1.81″1.22″

0.16″

5–10

5


Required Mounting Hardware Cap Screw Washer Square-Nut

#10-32 x 5/8″ (4x) #10 Flat (4x) #10-32 (4x)

#10-32 x 5/8″ (4x) #10 Flat (4x) #10-32 (4x)

#10-32 x 5/8″ (4x) #10 Flat (4x) #10-32 (4x)

Ball Detent Latch


Ball detent latch, one 3 842 524 986

The universal ball detent providesa positive stop on sliding andswinging doors with profile framesof various sizes. The universal balldetent can also be used as a latchfor frameless doors and movableflaps. It may be mounted toprofiles with #8 or #10 T-slots, ordirectly to the door material. It ismade of conductive material andis suitable for ESD applications.

Features:• Conductive material is ESD safe• Mounts to profile or other

structural materials

Material:• Black polyamide 6, conductive

3.00″

2.91″ 2.24″

0.87″0.28″

8 10

8�8

8�10

10�10

5–11

5


Heavy-Duty Ball Detent Latch


Heavy-duty ball detent latch, one 8 981 021 672

The heavy-duty ball detent latchprovides a positive stop onswinging doors with profile framesof various sizes. The ball detentlatch can also be used for framelessdoors and movable flaps. It may bemounted to profiles with #10 T-slots, or directly to the doormaterial. Includes mountinghardwarefor #10 T-slots.

Features:• Mounts to profile or other

structural materials

• Mounting hardware included

Material:• Black anodized aluminum

2.76

″

0.18

″

0.47″

0.10″

0.08″

1.97

″1.

97″

1.97

″

2.32

″2.

36″

1.18″ - 2.17″ 0.71″

3.15″ 0.18″

0.71

″

0.20

″

0.45″

0.18″

1.5″

serie

s

10

5–12

5


Door Seals

Door seals prevent dirt, debris,and other unwanted materialsfrom entering or escaping througha closed swinging door and itsadjoining profile. Door seals areresistant to mineral oil and organicsolvents, and are available for #8and #10 T-slotted profiles.

Length: 393 inches

Material:• Black NBR (soft rubber),

hardness 60, shore A


#8 door seal, 393 inches long, one 8 981 021 643

#10 door seal, 393 inches long, one 8 981 021 644

8 10

0.20

″ 0.20

″

8

8

10

10

8

10

5–13

5


Panel Support Inserts

Panel support inserts securelyfasten panels or panes from 1/8″to 5/16″ thick into #10 T-slots ofprofiles. Their sturdy designprevents panels from shiftingwithin the T-slot. Inverted, theinserts function as cover strips.When using heavy 1/4″ thickpanels or panes in the #10 T-slot,Bosch recommends using theheavy-duty panel support insert.

Length: 78 inches

Features:• Can be used with panels or panes

from 1/8″ to 5/16″ thick• Easy, snap-in installation• Can be used as panel support

insert, or invert and use ascover strip

Material:• Black polypropylene


#10 panel support insert for 1/8″ to 5/16″ thick panels, 78 inches long, one 8 981 021 453

Heavy-duty #10 panel support insert for 1/4″ thick panels, 78 inches long, one 8 981 021 452

Inserts can be inverted and used ascover strips

1/4″

1/8″ to 5/16″

10

10

L2 (in.)

L1 + 0.84″

L1 + 0.63″Heavy DutyL1 L2

Panel Sizing Dimensions

10

10

10

10

10

5–14

5


Glazing Strip

The press-in glazing stripeffectively seals the panel or panein #8 T-slots. Simple installationallows the glazing strip to beinstalled after panel assembly.For thin panels, the glazing stripcan be inserted on both sides.The glazing strip will also preventpanels from rattling in structureswhere vibration is present.

Length: 393 inches

Features:• Resistant to acid, caustic solution,

alcohol, mineral oil, and benzol.

Material:• Light gray thermoplastic

elastomer


Glazing strip, 393 inches long, one 8 981 021 636

1133

2

To simplify installation:First, press the ends into the T-slot (1).Then, press the center of the Glazing Strip into the T-slot (2).Finally, working out from the center of the uninstalled portion (3) of the Glazing Strip,press the Glazing Strip into position.

8

5/64″ – 1/8″ 5/32″ – 1/4″

8

8

8

5–15

6


Section 6—Floor to Frame Elements

Leveling Feet6-1 & 6-2

Leveling FootPlates for 2x2 &

3x3 Profiles6-3

Threaded Sleevefor Leveling Feet

6-3

Base Plates andAnchor Bolt

6-6

Plate-MountedCasters

6-4

Floor to frame elements ensurethat every structure you build hasa sturdy, secure foundation.The wide variety of feet, baseplates, foot plates, and castersavailable will help you level, roll, orfasten your structure to meet yourneeds. In addition, feet and casterscan be used on the shop flooror in offices, and are designedwith protective materials toprevent damage to flooring.

Die-CastFoundation

Bracket6-5

6

Floor to Frame Elements 6–1

Steel Leveling Feet

Steel leveling feet provide a sturdysupport for heavy machine framesand worktables requiring extrasupport. The threaded shaft andjam-nut allow adjustment tocompensate for uneven floorsurfaces.

The 1/4-20 version is designedfor use with 1″-series profiles,and supports up to 1000 lbs.

The 1/2-13 version is used with1.5″-series profiles, and supportsup to 5000 lbs.

Material:• Zinc-plated steel stem and nut• Steel foot with black chromatefinish

8 10

1000 lbs.

1/4-20

1.00″

1.95″1.25″

Anti-Vibration Leveling Feet

Anti-vibration leveling feet providesupport for machine frames andworktables where vibration transferis a concern, such as test stations.The threaded shaft and jam-nutallow adjustment to compensatefor uneven floor surfaces.

It is available in a 1/2-13 versionfor use with 1.5″-series profiles,with version to support up to 120lbs., 240 lbs., or 2400 lbs.

Material:

• Zinc-plated steel stem and nut• Yellow zinc-plated foot with

Anti-Vibe™ pad

10

120 lbs.

1/2-13

Anti-vibrationPad

1.88″

3.75″

2.00″

Anti-vibrationPad

2400 lbs.

1/2-13

1.88″

3.75″

2.00″

Anti-vibrationPad

240 lbs.

1/2-13

1.88″

3.75″

2.00″

5000 lbs.

1/2-13

1.88″

3.13″

2.00″


Steel leveling foot, 1/4-20 x Ø1.00″, one 8 981 021 515

Steel leveling foot, 1/2-13 x Ø1.88″, one 8 981 021 517


A Anti-vibration leveling foot, 120 lbs. capacity, 1/2-13 x Ø1.88″, one 8 981 021 512

B Anti-vibration leveling foot, 240 lbs. capacity, 1/2-13 x Ø1.88″, one 8 981 021 513

C Anti-vibration leveling foot, 2400 lbs. capacity, 1/2-13 x Ø1.88″, one 8 981 021 514

108

8

10

10

10

10

10

6


Nylon Leveling Feet

Nylon leveling feet provide a sturdysupport for heavy machine framesand worktables requiring extrasupport. The foot pivots up to 15°and the threaded shaft and jam-nutallow adjustment to compensatefor uneven floor surfaces. Twoholes in the each foot allow thefeet to be lagged to the floor.

Four 1/2-13 versions are availablefor use with 1.5″-series profiles,with two different foot sizes andload capacities, each in standardand non-skid versions.

Material:• Zinc-plated steel stem and nut• Nylon foot• Elastomer rubber non-skid pad

10

Glider Leveling Feet

Glider leveling feet provide asupport for light-duty frames andworktables while allowing easymovement across floor surfaces.The threaded shaft and jam-nutallow adjustment to compensatefor uneven floor surfaces.

Three versions are available: a1/4-20 version for use with 1″-seriesprofiles, a 5/16-18 version for usewith the threaded sleeve shown onpage 6-3, and a 1/2-13 version foruse with 11⁄2″-series profiles.

Material:• Zinc-plated steel stem and nut• Zinc-plated foot with nylon glider

8 10


Nylon leveling foot, standard, 1/2-13 x Ø1.97″, one 8 981 021 519

Nylon leveling foot, with non-skid pad, 1/2-13 x Ø1.97″, one 8 981 021 520

Nylon leveling foot, standard, 1/2-13 x Ø3.15″, one 8 981 021 521

Nylon leveling foot, with non-skid pad, 1/2-13 x Ø3.15″, one 8 981 021 522

10

10


Glider leveling foot, 1/4-20 x Ø1.2″, one 8 981 021 523



8

8 10

10

10

10

1/4-20

250 lbs.

1.20″

2.25″1.50″

Glider

250 lbs.

1.20″

2.25″1.50″

Glider

5/16-181/2-13

2.80″

3.03″

2.00″

500 lbs.

Glider

1/2-13

1.97″

4.37″

3.00″

15° 15°

4000 lbs.

1/2-13

3.15″

4.37″

3.00″

15° 15°

5000 lbs.

1/2-13

1.97″

4.37″

0.125″

3.00″

15° 15°

800 lbs.

Non-skid Pad Non-skid

Pad

1/2-13

3.15″

4.37″

0.125″

3.00″

15° 15°

1800 lbs.

6


Threaded Sleeve for Leveling Feet

The press-fit threaded sleeveallows the use of leveling feet witha 5/16-18 shaft with 1.5″-seriesprofiles. A 37/64″ hole is drilledthrough the profile and thethreaded sleeve is press-fitinto place.

Machining Required:• 37/64″ through-hole



Threaded sleeve, one 8 981 021475

10

Leveling Foot Plate Kit(for use with 2 x 2 and 3 x 3 profiles)

This leveling foot plate is used forleveling feet with 1/2-13 shaftsand is available to fit 2x2 or 3x3profiles. It is equipped witha threaded center hole toaccommodate the leveling foot.Mounting hardware included.

Machining Required:• 2x2 profiles: Corner holes

tapped 1/4-20

• 3x3 profiles: Corner holestapped 1/2-13

Material:• Foot Plate: 6061 aluminum• Hardware: zinc-plated steel


Leveling foot plate kit for 2x2 profiles, one 8 981 021 584

Leveling foot plate kit for 3x3 profiles, one 8 981 021 585

8 10

Ø0.75″

1.08″

0.08″

Ø37⁄64″

5⁄16-18

0.62″0.50″

or

2″or3″

2″ or 3″

5/16-18or1/2-13

1/4-20 or

1/2-13

6


Plate-Mounted Casters

Plate-mounted casters are used forrolling heavy loads on shop floors.Two styles available: swivel withlocking mechanism and fixed.Both styles are available with eithera 3.94″ or 4.92″ diameter wheel.Mounting hardware sets must beordered separately.

Material:• Wheel: black plastic• Plate housing: zinc-plated steel

Wheel Type Wheel Dia. Height Force Part Number,D (in.) h (in.) a b (lbs.) One

A Swivel with lock 3.94″ 4.92″ 4.92″ 1.57″ 135 3 842 259 790

B Fixed 3.94″ 4.92″ 135 3 842 259 792

A Swivel with lock 4.92″ 5.91″ 130 1.57″ 200 3 842 259 791

B Fixed 4.92″ 5.91″ 200 3 842 259 793

C Caster mounting hardware kit, one (order one kit per caster) 8 981 021 560

10

A

B

Dimensional Information

CSTOP

2.36

″2.

17″

3.34

″

3.94″

3.00″3.15″

0.34″ x 0.47″

F

F

6



Foundation bracket with fasteners 1 8 981 021 605

5/16″ anchor bolt, L=21⁄2″, one 1 8 981 021 360

Die-cast Foundation Bracket

Die-cast foundation brackets fastenany structural profile with #10T-slots to a floor, deck, or shippingskid. It is shaped so that it does notinterfere with the leveling foot.

5/16-18 x 1″T-Bolt Kit

0.37″

0.91″ 1.10″ 1.50″2.52″2.97″

0.39″

6.12

″

0.91

″

5.75

″4.

21″

2.68

″0.

91″

0.91

″

Anchor Bolts

Material:• Die-cast aluminum• Hardware: zinc-plated steel

10

10

L

Ø5/16″

11⁄8″ min.

Ø5/16″

6- 8 lb-ft

6


Base Plates and Anchor Bolts

The base plate and anchor boltprovide a stable foundation forprofiles. Two sizes are available:1.5″ x 1.5″ and 3″ x 3″.The anchor bolts can be usedwith either base plate to securethe plate to the floor. Two lengthsof 5/16″ anchor bolts are available:2″ and 3″.

Material:• Base plates: machined aluminum,

anodized• Anchor bolts: zinc-plated steel


1.5x1.5 base plate, one 8 981 021 486

3x3 base plate, one 8 981 021 487

5/16″ anchor bolt, L=21⁄2″, one 8 981 021 360

10

Anchor Bolt

Base Plate

Anchor Bolt

Base Plate

1.75″

3/8″

0.50

″

1.75″3.25″

0.50″

3.50″

4.00″

5.00″

2.50″

3/8″0.

50″

L

Ø5/16″

11⁄8″ min.

Ø5/16″

6- 8 lb-ft

Anchor Bolts

7

Finishing Elements and Accessories 7–1

Section 7—Finishing Elementsand Accessories

T-Slot Covers7-3

End Caps forStructural Profiles

7-2

End caps and T-slot covers helpyou enhance safety, as well as give aclean, finished appearance to youraluminum framing structure.A variety of accessories, suchas swivel brackets and lockinglevers, open a wide range of newpossibilities for your structures.

AluminumT-Slot Covers

7-4

Swivel Bracket7-6

Locking Lever7-5

R-A-M® Mount7-7

7


End Caps for Structural Profiles

L2

L1L3

End caps give your structure aclean, finished appearance.

Features:Easy installation, no tools required

Material:Standard version: polyamide 6

8 10

Square/Rectangular End CapsProfile used with Thickness (in.) Color Part Number, OneL1 L2 L3

1″ x 1″ 1/8″ Black 8 981 021 430

1″ x 2″ 1/8″ Black 8 981 021 431

2″ x 2″ 1/8″ Black 8 981 021 432

1.5″ x 1.5″ 3/16″ Black 8 981 021 433

1.5″ x 3″ 3/16″ Black 8 981 021 434

3″ x 3″ 3/16″ Black 8 981 021 435

L2

L1

L3

Profile used with Thickness (in.) Color Part Number, One

L1 L2 L3

1″ x 1″ with 1/4″ hole 1/8″ Black 8 981 021 436

1.5″ x 1.5″ with 1/2″ hole 3/16″ Black 8 981 021 437

End Caps with Holes

7


T-Slot Covers

Description Part Number, One

#8 T-slot Cover, 78 inches, one

Black 8 981 021 637

Opaque 8 981 021 647

Light Gray 8 981 021 648

Red 8 981 021 649

Yellow 8 981 021 650

#10 T-slot Cover, 78 inches, one

Black 8 981 021 454

T-slot covers for 1″ and 1.5″-seriesprofiles give your construction aclean and finished appearance,and are available in various colors.In addition, they hold in cablesand prevent the collection of dirtand debris in the T-slot.

Length: 78 inches

Material:• Rigid PVC

8 10

8

10

#8 #10

7


Aluminum T-Slot Cover


#8 Aluminum T-slot cover, 78 inches long, one 8 981 021 638

#10 Aluminum T-slot cover, 78 inches long, one 8 981 021 639

Aluminum cover strip matchesprofile. Provides a finished lookto all profiles and can be used tosecure cables and protect theT-slot against the accumulationof dirt and dust. Also perfect forclean room applications.

Length: 78 inches

Material:• Natural anodized aluminum

8 10

8

10

#10

#8

7


Locking Lever

Description Stem Length Height Handle Length Part NumberS H L

Locking lever 1/4-20, one 0.50″ 1.26″ 1.65″ 8 981 021 364




The locking lever can be used onmulti-angle fasteners to providequick and easy angle changes.Use with #10 T-blocks or#10 T-nuts. Locking levers areavailable in two lengths: 1.65″ and2.48″.

Material:• Lever: die-cast zinc• Spindle: pressure die-cast zinc• Stem: zinc-plated steel

Locking Lever

S

LH

1/4-205/16-18

10

7


Swivel Bracket

The swivel bracket is designedfor shelves which need to bepositioned at various angles up to180°. Connection kit includesmounting hardware. For lockinglever, see page 7-5. Mmax = 9 lbs.

Material:• Bracket: zinc-plated steel• Mounting hardware:

zinc-plated steel


Swivel bracket only 3 842 516 705

#10 Swivel bracket connection kit 8 981 021 559

10

10

Fixed

OR

Movable

3.94

″

5.12

″

R=2.56″

R=1

.97″

0.25

″

0.59

″

0.30″

0.10″

0.89″1.18″

0.32″

0.32″

Order 5/16-18 x 0.50″ lockinglever (8 981 021 366)separately on page 7-5.

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R-A-M® Mount

The R-A-M® mount provides a fullyadjustable, two-joint connectionbetween two surfaces. Lockinghandle secures the R-A-M® mountonce the desired position isreached. Perfect for fixturingor adjustable equipment mounts.

Order T-Bolt fasteningkit separately.

Material:• Mounting plates and R-A-M®

mount body: black die-castaluminum

• Hardware: stainless steel• Adjustment balls: rubber


R-A-M® mount, one 8 981 019 573

5/16-18 x 3/4″ T-bolt fastening kit, one 8 981 021 554

10

3.31″

7.64″

8


Section 8—Tools

With Bosch aluminum structuralframing, you can either specifyprofiles square cut to length andwith the ends machined to meetyour needs . . . or you can cutand finish the ends yourself usingBosch tools described on thefollowing pages. In this section,you can select the correct specialdrills, drilling templates, threadtaps, and wrench sets needed tocomplete the job quickly andwith precise fits.

Thread Taps8-1

Drill Bits8-2

How to CutProfiles

8-1


8-3

Ball PointL-Wrenches

8-5

Cleaning Block8-5

DO NOT predrill or tap when usingself-tapping screws.

Thread Size Tap Size

1/4-20 1/4-20

5/16-18 5/16-18

1/2-13 1/2-13

TAP/DRILLSPECIFICATIONS

#10 Miter DrillingJigs8-4


8-3

8

Tools 8–1

How to Cut Profiles

Thread Taps

To cut profiles to the desiredlength virtually burr-free:

Cutting blade selection:Use a metal 14-inch diametercircular saw blade that is 1/8″or 3/32″ wide, and that has 92carbide-tipped teeth.

Cutting speed:(1) For production cutting, the

saw cutting rate should beapproximately 90 ft. perminute (maximum).

(2) The saw blade rotation speedshould be approximately2500 RPM.

These thread taps form threads onthe center bore of profiles. Do notuse taps when using self-tappingconnection screws.

Taps are available in two sizes:• 1/4-20, for use with profiles with

#8 T-slots• 1/2-13, for use with profiles with

#10 T-slots


1/4-20 thread tap for 1″-series profiles, one 8 981 021 569

1/2-13 thread tap for 1.5″-series profiles, one 8 981 021 570

8 10

1/2-13

Ø 7/16″1/4-20

Ø 3/16″

8


Twist Drill


Ø5/16″ x 63⁄8″ long drill bit, one 8 981 021 574


Ø33/64″ x 8″ long drill bit, one 8 981 021 571


Use these drill bits to createthrough-holes and access holesin profiles that correspond tothe standard sizes recommendedfor the various fasteners andconnectors. Features a 118° point.

Four sizes are available:• Ø5/16″ x 63⁄8″ long• Ø3/8″ x 63⁄4″ long• Ø33/64″ x 8″ long• Ø37/64″ x 83⁄4″ long

Material:L

Ø

Ø

• Treated high speed steel,black oxide finish

8

Tools 8–3

#8 Drill and Boring Jig


Drill and boring jig for #8 T-slots, one 8 981 021 428

These jigs provide fast, easypositioning of 33/64″ or 5/16″holes in profiles with #8 T-slots.The jigs lock into position withthe twist handle.

8

#10 Drill and Boring Jig


Drill and boring jig for #10 T-slots, one 8 981 021 429

These jigs provide fast, easypositioning of 33/64″ or 5/16″holes in profiles with #10 T-slots.The jigs lock into position withthe twist handle.

10

0.75″0.50″

8

Ø33/64″

Ø5/16″

0.97″0.75″

10

Ø37/64″

Ø3/8″

8


#10 Miter Drilling Jigfor End-to-End Variable Angle Connectors


#10 miter drilling jig for end-to-end variable angle connectors, one 8 981 021 576

This jig provides the proper endspacing when drilling 37/64″ holesin profiles with #10 T-slots thathave up to a 45° mitered endfinish. Use this drilling jig whenassembling profiles using end-to-end variable angle connectors.

#10 Miter Drilling Jigfor End-to-Side Variable Angle Connectors


#10 miter drilling jig for end-to-side variable angle connectors, one 8 981 021 597

This jig provides the proper endspacing when drilling 37/64″ holesin profiles with #10 T-slots thathave up to a 45° mitered endfinish. Use this drilling jig whenassembling profiles using end-to-side variable angle connectors.

37/64″

0.89″

37/64″

0.97″

8

Tools 8–5

Ball Point L-Wrenches


1/8″ ball point L-wrench, one 8 981 021 564






T-30 Torx ball point L-wrench, one 8 981 021 568

Ball point L-wrenches are availablein a number of sizes to fit commonhex-socket head screws. A T-30Torx version is also available.

Cleaning Block


Cleaning block, one 3 842 518 650

This block is used to remove dirtmarks and small scratches fromprofiles and other anodizedsurfaces. Made of an elastic-basedmaterial impregnated with fineabrasives. Very long-lasting.

9


Section 9—Engineering Data and Specifications

Technical data

Material designation according to DIN (ISO) for Bosch profiles 6063 T6

Material number according to DIN (ISO) 6063 T6

Tensile strength (expected) Rm = 36,000 lb./in.2

0.2% proof stress (expected) Rp0,2 = 29,000 lb./in2

Elongation at rupture A5 or A10 A5 = 10%A10 = 8%

Modulus of elasticity E E = 10x106 lb./in2

Brinell hardness 75 HB

Coefficient of linear expansion α(-58°...+68°F) = 12.1 x 10-6in/in/°Fα(+68°...+212°F) = 13.0 x 10-6in/in/°F

Poisson’s ratio µ = 0.34

Anodizing process–layer thickness–layer hardness R204-(.0003 in-300HV)

9

Engineering Data and Specifications 9–1

Dimension tolerance tol [in.] for profiles from different shipments

AT

Aø

T ± tol

A

0.319

8 10

T ± tol ±0.006 ±0.006ø 0.226

0.2260.394

0.394

1.0±0.006″

1.5±0.008″

2.0±0.010″

3.0±0.012″

6.0±0.016″± tol

+0.008 - 0.000 0.394 +0.016- 0.000

224″

±0.002

±0.002

max

. 0.

018″

max.0.060″

L = 78″

11.81

1″

max

. 0.0

60″

L = 78″

Average accuracy [in.] within a profile bar

Lengthwise profile straightness tolerance

Torsional tolerance in the lengthways direction of the profile

9


L

FF F

f

f f

1 2 3

Bending deflection

Profile bending deflection for static load cases �➁�from force F.

Profile bending deflection from the profile’s own weight

Determination of maximum occurring bending stress

E = Young’s modulus = 10x106 lb/in2

f� = FL3

3E Iin

f➁ = FL3

48E Iin

f� = FL3

192E Iin

f� = FL3

8E Iin

f➁ = 5FL3

384E Iin

f� = FL3

384E Iin

σ� = FL

Win

σ➁ = FL

4Win

σ� = FL

8Win

Force = F (lb.)Amount of Deflection = f (in.)

Length of Profile = L (in.)Inertia = I (in.4)

Section Modulus = W (in.3)

σmax = maximumallowable bendingstress = 28,000 lb/in2

9


Load Carrying Capacity

The tables list the recommended torqueand maximum load carrying capacity ofthe structural framing connectors.Exceeding any of the published maximumvalues may cause permanent deformationof the profile T-slot or connector. As withany structural design, it is critical toconsider all legal and technical safetyrequirements. This data supersedes allprevious published data and we reservethe right to make technical changeswithout notice.

Fmax Fmax Fmax

T-slot load carrying capacities

T-bolt and T-nut ConnectionScrew

Swivel-inT-Block

3″ x 6″

3″ x 3″

8

8

8

10

10

10

10

10

10

= 1574 lbs = 2248 lbs = 2023 lbsFmax Fmax Fmax

= 899 lbs = 1124 lbs = 495 lbs Fmax Fmax Fmax

1″ x 1″

2″ x 2″

1.5″ x 1.5″

1.5″ x 1.5″H

1.5″ x 3″

1.5″ x 3″H

1″ x 2″

9–3

9


1″ x 1″

44 lb-in

44 lb-in

44 lb-in

221 lb-in

221 lb-in

221 lb-in

8

8

8

10

10

10

1″ x 2″

2″ x 2″

1.5″ x 1.5″

1.5″ x 3″

3″ x 3″

FmaxMmaxMmax Mmax

281 lbs 221 lb-in 664 lb-in

562 lbs 885 lb-in 1505 lb-in 221 lb-in

531 lb-in

674 lbs 531 lb-in 1416 lb-in

674 lbs 486 lb-in 1283 lb-in

1349 lbs 1593 lb-in 3540 lb-in

2284 lbs 2273 lb-in 5995 lb-in

309 lb-in

1449 lb-in

-

-

(± 5%)

Load carrying capacities of gussets

9–4

9


562 lbs

899 lbs

531 lb-in

1239 lb-in

204 lb-in

708 lb-in

899 lbs

495 lbs 443 lb-in

629 lbs

180 lbs

292 lbs

381 lb-in

708 lb-in

886 lb-in

-

FmaxMmax Mmax

10

10

10

8

8

8

Bolt Connector

QuickConnector

Inside-to-Outside Gusset

Inside-to-Inside Gusset

ConnectionScrew

44 lb-in

88 lb-in 1770 lb-in

10 309 lb-inS1/2

674 lbs 708 lb-in10 309 lb-in1/2-13

221 lb-inØ9/16″

lbs lb-in lb-in

106 lb-in

133 lb-in

106 lb-in

133 lb-in

88 lb-inS1/4-20

-

-

562 lbs 443 lb-in

674 lbs 886 lb-in

-

-

-

-

-

Load carrying capacities of profile connectors

(± 5%)

10

8

9–5

9


8

8

T-Nuts

T-Bolts

Swivel-In T-Blocks

Description Torque

Connection Screws

44 lb-in

44 lb-in

#10-32 T-Nut

1/4-20 T-Nut

#8-32 T-Nut

#10-32 T-Nut10

44 lb-in

44 lb-in

1/4-20 T-Nut

5/16-18 T-Nut

88 lb-in

221 lb-in

10 309 lb-inS1/2 x 1.2″ Self-Tapping Connection Screw

10 309 lb-in1/2-13 x 1.25″ Connection Screw

88 lb-inS1/4-20 x 0.75″ Self-Tapping Connection Screw

(± 5%)

10

10

1/4-20 T-Bolt Kit

5/16-18 T-Bolt Kit

88 lb-in

221 lb-in

1/4-20 Swivel-In T-Block

5/16-18 Swivel-In T-Block

44 lb-in

88 lb-in

#10-32 Swivel-In T-Block

221 lb-in

9–6

10

Part Number Page Part Number Page Part Number Page

Product Part Numbering Index

Section 10—Product Part Numbering Index

3842259790 6-4

3842259791 6-4

3842259792 6-4

3842259793 6-4

3842311645 5-3

3842516705 7-6

3842518650 8-5

3842524986 5-11

3842525480 5-4

3842525481 5-4

3842525766 5-4

3842525767 5-4

3842532163 3-2

3842532165 3-3

3842532167 3-3

3842532169 3-4

3842532171 3-4

3842532173 3-5

8981019573 7-7

8981021321 4-1

8981021322 4-1

8981021360 6-5

8981021364 7-5

8981021365 7-5

8981021366 7-5

8981021367 7-5

8981021375 3-19

8981021376 3-18

8981021377 3-17

8981021378 3-19

8981021379 3-19

8981021380 3-21

8981021381 3-21

8981021382 3-19

8981021383 3-20

8981021384 3-18

8981021385 3-20

8981021386 3-22

8981021387 3-22

8981021389 2-2

8981021390 2-3

8981021391 2-4

8981021392 2-5

8981021393 2-6

8981021394 2-7

8981021395 2-8

8981021396 2-9

8981021397 2-10

8981021398 2-2

8981021399 2-3

8981021400 2-4

8981021401 2-5

8981021402 2-6

8981021403 2-7

8981021404 2-8

8981021405 2-9

8981021406 2-10

8981021428 8-3

8981021429 8-3

8981021430 7-2

8981021431 7-2

8981021432 7-2

8981021433 7-2

8981021434 7-2

8981021435 7-2

8981021436 7-2

8981021437 7-2

8981021440 4-5

8981021441 4-5

8981021442 4-5

8981021443 4-2

8981021444 4-2

8981021445 4-2

8981021446 4-2

8981021447 4-2

8981021452 5-14

8981021453 5-14

8981021454 7-3

8981021458 5-2

8981021460 4-1

8981021461 4-1

8981021462 3-8

8981021463 3-10

8981021464 4-3

8981021465 4-3

8981021473 4-4

8981021474 4-4

8981021475 6-3

8981021486 6-6

8981021487 6-6

8981021488 3-16

8981021496 5-6

8981021497 5-6

8981021498 5-6

8981021499 5-7

8981021500 5-7

8981021501 5-7

8981021502 5-7

8981021503 5-7

10–1

10



8981021504 5-7

8981021512 6-1

8981021513 6-1

8981021514 6-1

8981021515 6-1

8981021517 6-1

8981021519 6-2

8981021520 6-2

8981021521 6-2

8981021522 6-2

8981021523 6-2

8981021524 6-2

8981021525 6-2

8981021537 3-2

8981021538 3-3

8981021539 3-3

8981021540 3-4

8981021541 3-4

8981021542 3-5

8981021547 3-16

8981021554 4-3

8981021554 7-7

8981021555 4-3

8981021556 4-3

8981021557 4-3

8981021559 7-6

8981021560 6-4

8981021561 5-9

8981021562 5-9

8981021563 8-5

8981021564 8-5

8981021565 8-5

8981021566 8-5

8981021567 8-5

8981021568 8-5

8981021569 8-1

8981021570 8-1

8981021571 8-2

8981021572 8-2

8981021573 8-2

8981021574 8-2

8981021576 8-4

8981021577 8-5

8981021578 5-8

8981021579 5-8

8981021580 5-8

8981021582 5-10

8981021584 6-3

8981021585 6-3

8981021597 8-4

8981021601 3-12

8981021602 3-12

8981021603 3-14

8981021604 3-15

8981021605 6-5

8981021606 3-6

8981021607 3-6

8981021608 3-7

8981021609 3-7

8981021610 3-7

8981021619 5-9

8981021636 5-15

8981021637 7-3

8981021638 7-3

8981021639 7-3

8981021640 5-2

8981021641 4-6

8981021642 5-5

8981021643 5-13

8981021644 5-13

8981021645 3-9

8981021646 4-1

8981021647 7-3

8981021648 7-3

8981021649 7-3

8981021650 7-3

8981021661 3-11

8981021662 3-11

8981021663 3-11

8981021664 3-11

8981021667 3-13

8981021668 3-13

8981021671 4-1

8981021672 5-12

8981992318 2-2

8981992319 2-2

8981992320 2-2

8981992321 2-2

8981992322 2-2

8981992323 2-2

8981992324 2-3

8981992325 2-3

8981992326 2-3

8981992327 2-3

8981992328 2-3

8981992329 2-3

8981992330 2-3

8981992332 2-4

8981992333 2-4

10


Product Part Numbering Index 10–3

8981992334 2-4

8981992335 2-4

8981992336 2-4

8981992337 2-4

8981992338 2-5

8981992339 2-5

8981992340 2-5

8981992341 2-5

8981992342 2-5

8981992343 2-5

8981992344 2-5

8981992345 2-5

8981992346 2-5

8981992347 2-6

8981992348 2-6

8981992349 2-6

8981992350 2-6

8981992351 2-6

8981992352 2-6

8981992353 2-6

8981992354 2-6

8981992355 2-6

8981992356 2-7

8981992357 2-7

8981992358 2-7

8981992359 2-7

8981992360 2-7

8981992361 2-7

8981992362 2-7

8981992363 2-7

8981992364 2-7

8981992367 2-7

8981992368 2-8

8981992369 2-8

8981992370 2-8

8981992371 2-8

8981992372 2-8

8981992373 2-8

8981992374 2-8

8981992375 2-8

8981992376 2-8

8981992379 2-8

8981992380 2-9

8981992381 2-9

8981992382 2-9

8981992383 2-9

8981992384 2-9

8981992385 2-9

8981992386 2-9

8981992387 2-9

8981992388 2-9

8981992389 2-10

8981992391 2-10

8981992393 2-10

8981992394 2-10

8981992396 2-10

8981992397 2-10

8981992399 2-10

8981992400 2-2

8981992401 2-2

8981992402 2-3

8981992403 2-3

8981992404 2-4

8981992405 2-4

10



Quick ChartsQuick Conversion Chart

Fraction Decimal

1/16 0.0631/8 0.1253/16 0.1881/4 0.255/16 0.3133/8 0.3757/16 0.4381/2 0.509/16 0.5635/8 0.625

11/16 0.6883/4 0.75

13/16 0.8137/8 0.875

15/16 0.938

English/Metric Conversion Chart

Multiply By To Get

Linear Millimeters (mm) .03937 InchesInches 25.4 Millimeters (mm)

Area Millimeters2 (mm2) .00155 Inches2

Inches2 645.16 Millimeters2 (mm2)Volume Centimeters3 (cm3) .06102 Inches3

Inches3 16.387 Centimeters3 (cm3)Inches3 .0164 LitersLiters 61.024 Inches3

Velocity Meters/Minute 3.281 Feet/MinuteFeet/Minute .3048 Meters/Minute

Force Kilograms-f (kgf) 9.807 Newtons (N)Newtons (N) .10194 Kilograms-f (kgf)Pounds-f 4.448 Newtons (N)Newtons (N) .2248 Pounds-f

Pressure Bar 14.5 PSIPSI .069 Bar

Torque Newton-Meters (Nm) 8.851 Pounds-InchesPound-Inches .11298 Newton-Meters (Nm)

Moment of Inertia Centimeters4 (cm4) .02403 inch4 (in4)Inches4 (in4) 41.623 centimeters4 (cm4)

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