Gibraltar GIB53068 Round U-bolt 5/16-18 Unc 2 Inch Pipe Steel

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR GIB53068 is a round U-bolt designed to secure 2-inch pipe in mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC piping systems. Manufactured from C-1010 steel with a hot galvanized finish, this fastener resists corrosion in exposed or damp installation environments. The 5/16-18 UNC thread is a standard coarse-pitch size widely used in pipe support applications. Thread length measures 3 inches, and the overall length is 5.625 inches. Two hex nuts are included. The part ships as a single unit and is installed by plumbers, pipefitters, HVAC technicians, and mechanical contractors working on pipe support and hanging applications.

The GIB53068 is suited for residential and light commercial piping runs where 2-inch nominal pipe requires a secure, vibration-resistant mount point. The round-bend profile cradles round pipe evenly, distributing load without deforming the pipe wall. The hot galvanized finish makes it appropriate for interior mechanical rooms, crawlspaces, and other locations where moisture exposure is a factor. No mount plate is included, making it compatible with installations where a separate strut channel, backing plate, or structural member is used as the bearing surface.

Key Features

• Round bend profile fits 2-inch nominal pipe
• 5/16-18 UNC coarse thread for broad hardware compatibility
• 3-inch thread length provides ample nut engagement and adjustment range
• C-1010 steel construction with hot galvanized finish for corrosion resistance
• Includes two hex nuts — no additional hardware required for basic installation
• Without mount plate — pairs with strut channel or structural backing surface

Compatibility

Designed for use with 2-inch nominal pipe in standard pipe support and hanging applications where a round U-bolt without a mount plate is specified.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by licensed plumbers, pipefitters, or HVAC technicians following applicable mechanical codes such as the IPC or IMC. Shut off and depressurize the piping system before working in the immediate area if modifications are being made. Use appropriately rated backing hardware — strut channel, threaded rod, or structural steel — as the bearing surface, since this U-bolt ships without a mount plate. Torque nuts evenly and verify that the pipe is fully seated in the bend before final tightening to avoid stress concentrations.