METAL PURLINS
We offer red oxide and galvanized zee purlins and cee purlins in a variety of sizes and gauges. Touch base today for a quote and let us help you make your project as smooth as possible.
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High Quality steel purlins
At Hercules Sheet Metal, we provide top-of-the-line C purlins and Z purlins designed to meet the demands of various construction projects. Whether you’re building an industrial facility, installing a residential metal roof, or constructing a carport, our durable purlins are the reliable choice to ensure structural integrity and longevity.
Crafted from high-tensile, high-quality steel, our purlins deliver superior strength and performance. Available in both galvanized and red oxide painted finishes, they offer protection against rust and corrosion, making them ideal for long-term use in diverse environments.
We offer purlins in a wide range of depths, thicknesses, and lengths to suit your project requirements. Whether you need C purlins for simple span applications or Z purlins for continuous spans and enhanced load distribution, we’ve got you covered.
Trust Hercules Sheet Metal for dependable purlins that combine durability, versatility, and affordability.
The right FIT for your project
Z purlins and C purlins are both types of structural steel components commonly used in metal buildings to support roof and wall panels. They are part of the framing system and play a key role in transferring loads from the roof or wall to the main structural frame.
Zee Purlins
Z (or zee) purlins are most commonly used in applications where the purlins need to be spaced farther apart, such as larger buildings. Their design allows them to interlock with each other, which provides greater strength and stability.
Cee Purlins
C (or cee) purlins are commonly used in situations where a simple, easy-to-install framing system is required. They are often used in buildings that require lighter support or smaller spans with no overlap.
Section Properties |
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WT #/ft. |
SIZE D x B |
GA. NO. |
t IN. |
AREA IN2 |
Eff. Sx IN3 |
Q -- |
Eff. 1x IN4 |
rx IN. |
1y IN4 |
ry IN. |
| 2.59 | 7 x 2 ½ C | 16 | 0.0598 | 0.76 | 1.59 | 0.656 | 5.71 | 2.72 | 0.63 | 0.91 |
| 3.24 | 7 x 2 ½ C | 14 | 0.0747 | 0.96 | 2.03 | 0.723 | 7.10 | 2.72 | 0.79 | 0.91 |
| 2.80 | 8 x 2 ½ C | 16 | 0.0598 | 0.82 | 1.91 | 0.611 | 7.81 | 3.07 | 0.66 | 0.90 |
| 3.49 | 8 x 2 ½ C | 14 | 0.0747 | 1.03 | 2.43 | 0.674 | 9.73 | 3.07 | 0.83 | 0.89 |
| 4.00 | 10 x 2 ½ C | 14 | 0.0747 | 1.18 | 3.31 | 0.593 | 16.57 | 3.74 | 0.88 | 0.86 |
| 5.65 | 10 x 2 ½ C | 12 | 0.1046 | 1.67 | 4.66 | 0.668 | 23.31 | 3.73 | 1.29 | 0.88 |
| 2.59 | 7 x 2 ½ Z | 16 | 0.0598 | 0.76 | 1.59 | 0.653 | 5.75 | 2.73 | 1.04 | 1.17 |
| 3.24 | 7 x 2 ½ Z | 14 | 0.0747 | 0.96 | 2.04 | 0.723 | 7.16 | 2.73 | 1.37 | 1.20 |
| 2.80 | 8 x 2 ½ Z | 16 | 0.0598 | 0.82 | 1.9 | 0.608 | 7.86 | 3.07 | 1.04 | 1.13 |
| 3.49 | 8 x 2 ½ Z | 14 | 0.0747 | 1.03 | 2.45 | 0.674 | 9.79 | 3.08 | 1.37 | 1.15 |
| 4.00 | 10 x 2 ½ Z | 14 | 0.0747 | 1.18 | 3.33 | 0.593 | 16.65 | 3.75 | 1.37 | 1.08 |
| 5.65 | 10 x 2 ½ Z | 12 | 0.1046 | 1.67 | 4.69 | 0.668 | 23.46 | 3.75 | 2.10 | 1.12 |