The Metsec Base Platecomponent object that represents a plate welded to a column base

Base plates are used to distribute the concentrated load of the column over a wider area.

detail will add cleats to the bottom end of a column to provide a base for the connection of the column. When used with Metsec sections the detail will use appropriate trimmer cleats by default. You will be required to pick a primary member followed by a point. The point indicates the position along the member to which the cleats will be placed.

Before and after

Notes

• Any modification of the selected parts will cause this joint to be updated
• Compound members must be parallel
• Column must be a Metsec C-section
• The column will be cut back appropriately based on the pick position

Selection order example

1. C-section/compound C-section
2. Pick a position along the member where the autoform/cleat should be created

See also

Metsec cold rolled - Important information
Metsec Base Plate (1006) - Parts tab
Metsec Base Plate (1006) - Parameters tab