Sioux Chief 539-6 Nail Plate 3.5x6 in 6 Hole 16 Gauge

Product Description

The SIOUX CHIEF 539-6 is a 16-gauge steel nail plate designed to protect pipes and conduit routed through wood framing members. Commonly called a stud guard or pipe shield plate, it mounts flush against a stud, joist, or plate to prevent fasteners from penetrating the pipe or tubing behind it. The plate measures 3.5 inches by 6 inches and features six nail holes for secure mechanical attachment. This type of protective plate is a standard rough-in component installed by licensed plumbers and electricians during framing stage, before drywall closes the wall cavity.

This shield plate is suited for residential and light commercial construction where copper, CPVC, PEX, or electrical conduit runs through bored or notched framing members. It is applied wherever a pipe or wire is closer than the code-required minimum distance from the face of a stud or joist, providing a mechanical barrier against drywall screws and other fasteners driven from the finished surface. It is sold in bulk cases of 50 plates, making it practical for framing crews and rough-in plumbers stocking jobsite supplies.

Key Features

• 16-gauge steel construction provides a rigid barrier against fastener penetration
• 3.5 inches x 6 inches profile fits standard stud and joist framing dimensions
• Six nail holes allow fast, secure attachment to wood framing members
• Functions as a pipe shield plate and stud guard for pipes and conduit
• Sold 50 plates per case in bulk packaging for high-volume rough-in work

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style protective nail plate for use with pipes and conduit routed through standard wood framing members in residential and light commercial construction.

Installation Notes

Nail plates are installed by licensed plumbers or electricians during the rough-in phase, before insulation and drywall are applied. The plate is nailed or stapled directly over the framing member face where the pipe or conduit is within the minimum code-required setback distance from the stud face, per IPC and NEC guidelines as applicable. No special tools are required beyond a hammer or pneumatic nailer. Inspect the plate after installation to confirm it sits flat and fully covers the vulnerable pipe or wire segment.

Technical Specifications

• Overall Size: 3.5 inches x 6 inches
• Material Thickness: 16 Gauge
• Number of Nail Holes: 6
• Application: Pipe Support and Protection
• Packaging Quantity: 50 per Case
• Packaging Type: Bulk

Standard Information

• Brand: SIOUX CHIEF
• Manufacturer Part Number: 539-6