Mighty Mite Gable Trusses — Blackwater Truss Systems
The Mighty Mite Gable Truss from Blackwater Truss Systems is a lightweight, cost-effective option designed for open shelters, light-duty roof systems, and projects where a full truss structure isn’t required. Constructed using a single top chord made from 3" × 1.5" steel tubing, these trusses maintain the clean profile of a standard gable while simplifying the design for reduced cost and easier handling.
Built for Lightweight Applications
Mighty Mite Gable Trusses follow all standard gable truss pitch and dimension disciplines, including the standard 4/12 roof pitch and standard inside measurements. This ensures they integrate seamlessly with existing structures or standard framing layouts.
The Mighty Mite truss offers a significant advantage thanks to its lack of a bottom chord, which helps maximize headroom. This makes it an ideal solution for buildings where low eave heights are a concern.
These trusses are ideal for light-duty builds, such as equipment shelters, open pavilions, or simple structures where full truss webbing and bottom chords are not necessary. Each truss is prefabricated in our facility, ensuring accuracy, quality, and straightforward installation.
Standard Design Features
- Material & Design: Single top chord only made from 3" × 1.5" steel tubing, with no webbing and no bottom chord.
- Pitch: Standard 4/12 roof pitch (custom pitches available upon request).
- Inside Measurement (ISM): ISM is 11 inches less than the nominal span (e.g., a 40’ gable truss has an ISM of 39’ 1”). This ensures the truss fits between posts, not over them, for a clean structural connection.
- Finish: Supplied with a durable primer coating for corrosion protection.
Customization Options
Mighty Mite Gable Trusses are available in standard spans and 4/12 pitch, which is reflected in the listed pricing. If you need custom spans, pitches, or other adjustments, please call for a quote — custom configurations are available but not listed online.
Note: Mighty Mite trusses are intended for light-duty applications. For larger spans, higher loads, or enclosed building designs, consider our tube gable trusses for added strength and structural capability.
Ideal Applications
- Open-air shelters and pavilions
- Light-duty roof systems for equipment storage
- Agricultural structures with open walls
- Residential or recreational shade structures
- Simple gable designs where full truss framing isn’t needed
- Spaces where headroom is a concern, due to its lack of a bottom chord - maximizing your useable space.
Why Choose Mighty Mite Gable Trusses
- Lightweight & Efficient: Perfect for smaller structures and simple roof designs.
- Cost-Effective: A budget-friendly option when full truss strength isn’t required.
- Prefabricated: Built in our facility for consistency, accuracy, and fast installation.
- Customizable: Standard 4/12 pitch and dimensions with options for custom spans or pitches.
- Clean Integration: Matches standard gable layout, making it easy to plan and build around.
Key Takeaway
The Mighty Mite Gable Truss is the smart choice for light-duty gable applications, providing a clean, simple structure at an affordable price. With standard 4/12 pitch and inside measurements, plus available customization, these trusses offer a reliable solution for open shelters and smaller structures — all backed by Blackwater Truss Systems’ quality craftsmanship.
