Nail Plate
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Protect pipe and wire at framing penetrations. The nail plate is a flat steel protection plate that fastens over pipe or cable where it passes through a stud or plate, shielding it from drywall screws and nails.
- Flat steel plate shields pipe and cable
- Mounts over framing penetrations
- Guards against drywall screws and nails
- For wood-framed walls and plates
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Overview
Nail plates protect pipe and wiring where they pass through wood framing, preventing punctures from drywall screws and trim nails. The flat steel plate fastens over the penetration to shield the line behind it — a standard, code-recognized protection method.
Common Uses
- Protecting water and DWV pipe at stud penetrations
- Shielding wiring and cable in framed walls
- Residential and light-commercial rough-in
- Code-required nail-plate protection
Key Features
- Flat steel protection plate
- Shields pipe and cable from fasteners
- For wood-framed construction
Specifications
| Type | Nail Plate / Protection Plate |
| For | Wood Framing |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a nail plate for?
It protects pipe and wiring where it passes through framing, preventing screws and nails from puncturing the line.
Is it code-required?
Codes commonly require protection plates where pipe or cable is within a set distance of the framing edge — check your local code.
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