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Tube Gable Truss — Blackwater Truss Systems
The Tube Gable Truss from Blackwater Truss Systems combines modern steel strength with clean aesthetics and unmatched span capabilities. Built using high-quality square or rectangular steel tubing, these trusses are engineered for durability, structural performance, and versatility, making them ideal for a wide variety of building applications.
Built for Strength and Appearance
Tube trusses provide enhanced load-carrying capacity and longer spans compared to angle iron, while offering a clean, professional look that’s perfect for both functional and high-visibility structures.
Each tube truss is prefabricated in our facility to exact engineering specifications, ensuring a precise fit and fast installation on site. This prefabrication saves time and eliminates the inconsistencies that often occur with field-built wood structures.
Tube trusses can be spaced 8 to 12 feet apart, depending on design requirements and local building codes, reducing the total number of trusses needed while maintaining structural integrity.
Standard Design Features
- Material: Fabricated from high-quality square steel tubing, available in 1.5" or 2" sizes. Larger sizes or rectangular tubing can be used when required by engineering. (14ga Tube - Standard)
- Pitch: Standard 4/12 roof pitch.
- Spans: Available in a wide range of standard and custom widths — from small structures up to 40 feet clear span in 1.5" material, and up to 100 feet clear span in 2" material — making them ideal for creating large, unobstructed interior spaces.
- Coating: Supplied with a durable coat of primer for corrosion protection and easy finishing.
- Inside Measurement (ISM): ISM is 11 inches less than the nominal span (e.g., a 40’ truss has an ISM of 39’1”). This ensures the truss fits between posts, not over them, for a clean and secure fit.
Customization Options
Unlike angle trusses, tube gable trusses can be fully customized to fit your project’s requirements. Our team can engineer trusses for any pitch, custom inside measurements, or unique span requirements. We can also adapt to different tube sizes and wall thicknesses to meet specific load ratings or local building codes.
If your project requires something outside our standard product offerings, tube trusses are the perfect choice. The price shown is for our standard pitch and measurement only. If you need a custom truss quote, please contact us.
Ideal Applications
- Agricultural and commercial buildings requiring large clear spans
- Garages, shops, barndominiums, and covered arenas
- High-visibility structures where a clean, uniform truss profile is desired
- Any project requiring custom spans, pitches, or structural performance beyond what angle trusses offer
Why Choose a Tube Gable Truss
- Superior Strength: Capable of spanning up to 100 feet without interior supports.
- Customizable: Engineered to fit your specific building design, including pitch, span, and tubing size.
- Professional Appearance: Clean lines and uniform tubing make for a sleek finish.
- Prefabricated Efficiency: Built in our facility for quick, accurate installation with minimal on-site labor.
- Engineered Assurance: Every tube truss is designed to meet or exceed building code requirements, including Miami-Dade County standards.
Key Takeaway
The Tube Gable Truss is the ultimate combination of strength, flexibility, and aesthetics. With the ability to handle custom designs and spans up to 100 feet, tube trusses are ideal for both residential and commercial projects where performance matters.
For builders seeking a long-lasting, engineered solution that looks as good as it performs, the Tube Gable Truss is the clear choice.
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