Greenfield 905-6 Stud Guard Nail Plate 6x1.5 in Steel

Product Description

The GREENFIELD 905-6 is a steel stud guard protector plate, commonly called a nail plate, designed to shield pipes and electrical wires routed through wall studs and framing members. Measuring 6 inches in length by 1.5 inches in width, this plate installs flush against the face of a stud over the notch or bore where a pipe or wire passes through. It acts as a physical barrier that prevents fasteners such as nails and screws from penetrating into the protected line during drywall installation or future finish work. Plumbers and electricians both rely on this type of hardware as a standard rough-in requirement in residential and light commercial construction.

The 905-6 is suited for rough-in plumbing and electrical work in wood-frame residential and light commercial construction. It is typically installed after pipes or cables are run through studs and before wall sheathing or drywall is applied. The plate is positioned wherever a pipe or wire runs within 1.25 inches of the face of a framing member, as required by plumbing and electrical codes. It is installed by plumbers, electricians, and general contractors as part of standard rough-in inspections.

Key Features

• Steel construction provides a rigid barrier against nail and screw penetration
• 6 inches length covers a full stud-face width with margin on standard lumber
• 1.5 inches width targets the vulnerable zone directly over a pipe or wire bore
• Thin profile at approximately 0.1 inches keeps wall framing flush
• Lightweight at 0.16 pounds for easy single-handed installation during rough-in
• Functions as both a plumbing protector plate and an electrical nail plate in one form factor

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style protector plate for use in wood-frame stud wall construction where pipes or wires pass through framing members and require code-mandated mechanical protection.

Installation Notes

Plumbers and electricians install stud guard nail plates after all piping or wiring is run and before wall coverings are applied. The plate is typically driven flush against the stud face using a hammer or mallet over the bore location. Ensure the plate fully covers the area where the pipe or wire is closest to the stud edge. Refer to the International Plumbing Code and National Electrical Code for specific minimum-distance requirements that trigger mandatory plate installation.