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Model #2800

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  • Durable steel construction with white epoxy finish
  • Double-slotted design provides added strength and durability
  • Compatible with ShelfTrack Closet Systems

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Q:how long and how far apart are the holes
by|Apr 27, 2021
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A:  The holes on the 12 inch uprights are 10 inches apart. The holes on all the other upright lengths (30", 48", 60", 84") are 18.5 inches apart, and they're quite far from the ends.

by|Oct 2, 2023

    A:  The holes you use to screw the uprights into the wall are 11.25" apart.

    by|May 15, 2021

    A:  the mounting holes are 18.5" apart the shelf bracket holes are 3/4" long X 1/2" apart

    by|May 2, 2021
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    Q:How many screw holes are in each 60" standard?
    by|Apr 11, 2021
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    A:  4?

    by|May 18, 2021

      A:  No idea. Can you enlarge the image and count?

      by|Apr 15, 2021

        A:  4 total screw holes in 60"

        by|May 18, 2021

        A:  One at the top and every foot, so 6

        by|Apr 13, 2021
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        Q:can you add on to a standard to make it longer?
        by|Mar 6, 2021
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        A:  Yes, as long as you are screwed into studs, it is a snap.

        by|Mar 8, 2021

          A:  The standards are offered in various lengths relative to a horizontal support bracket. But a person could drill extra holes in parts of the standard if it were directly anchored to wall studs, and if one can be anchored to a wall stud, there's nothing that would prevent you from adding lengths above or below it. Just remember that the load capacity of the shelving is based on how it is anchored, so if you aren't using the horizontal metal bracket (which gives you ideal load-handling) and instead are anchoring directly to studs, I would recommend more anchor screw positions. Remember however that by not using the horizontal metal mounting bracket, you lose the flexibility of positioning the vertical standards for lining up shelf brackets the way you want them. Good luck!

          by|Mar 7, 2021

          A:  Technically no, you wouldn't get the strength of hanging from the horizontal rail at the top. That being said I have installed several of these shelves without using that horizontal bar. I just fastened them to the wall with high strength anchors and haven't had any fall off.

          by|Mar 12, 2021

            A:  You can add a second standard above or below but you may not be able to span the two with a single bracket.

            by|Mar 6, 2021
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              Q:What diameter size screw does this standard take?
              by|Jan 21, 2021
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              A:  I think I used #14 screws into plastic anchors for my shelves.

              by|Mar 12, 2021

                A:  Hello, This unit needs to be assembled with a #12x2 in. pan head screw. Thank you for your inquiry.

                by|Oct 12, 2022
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                  A:  I would recommend a 3/8 diameter screw at least 1 3/4 to 2 1/2 inches long. Try to get it into the studs. It will anchor better. If you have to use drywall anchors go with a 3/8 or 5/16 plastic anchor and the longest screw you can find (2 inch). I like the plastic drywall screw anchors best. The vertical rails sit at least 1/2 to 3/4 inch away from the wall. so you lose some anchoring capability with the screw. That is why you want a long screw.

                  by|Jan 21, 2021
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                    Q:Load weight?
                    by|Jan 14, 2021
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                    A:  Hello, The weight capacity for the Wire Shelving Units varies depending on the DEPTHS of the Wire Shelving, and the TYPE OF INSTALLATION. I made a table below for your reference. Fixed Mount (Wall Mounted) WIRE SHELVING DEPTHS: WEIGHT CAPACITY: 12 inches 15 lbs./Linear Foot 16 inches 15 lbs./Linear Foot 20 inches 15 lbs./Linear Foot Adjustable Mount (ShelfTrack System) WEIGHT CAPACITY: Mounted to Studs: 44 lbs./Linear Foot Not Mounted to Studs: 25 lbs./Linear Foot *If you noticed on the Adjustable Mount, the depth of the wire shelving is no longer considered as long as it is attached to the Standards/Wall brackets **Also, please bear in mind that THE WEIGHT SHOULD BE DISTRIBUTED EVENLY IN THE WIRE SHELVING. Thank you for your inquiry.

                    by|Jul 17, 2023
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                      A:  Although I am not a representative of ClosetMaid, I do have a lot of experience using this system in my shop. The load capacity of shelving using these standards will depend on how many vertical standards are used, how far apart they are spaced, the depth of the shelving, the material to which they are anchored (on/in the wall) and how the weight of what you store is distributed along the shelving. These shelves were designed for closets, so the intended use is for clothing and the other typical things you would find in a clothes closet. I use them for very heavy woodworking shop items, but I space them 16" apart, attaching them directly to wall studs. I have loaded them with 50-pound items between these standards and have had no problems, but I am using way more vertical standards attached directly to studs than I would ever use in a closet; probably twice as many. If I couldn't attach directly to studs (through the wallboard), I would not load my shelving more than "clothing weight."

                      by|Jan 2, 2024
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                      A:  That is a hard question to answer given you didn't indicate the spacing between the vertical rails and whether you were using a main horizontal top anchor. Regardless, these units when properly anchored , even more so when you screw them in to studs are quite robust in their ability to support heavy items. I have used then throughout my garage with many heavy items >30 lbs with no failure.

                      by|Jul 17, 2023
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                        Q:What are the spacing increments of the shelf brackets when installed on the track? I realize each bracket takes up four slots. When the bracket is lowered one position down, what is that measurement? Thanks
                        by|Jan 2, 2021
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                        A:  when installing you can place the brackets on each beam depending on the weight you are going to put on the shelf. and the spacing in height is what you want it to be. don't put them on the wall without their being a beam behind it they are usually 16 inches on center the more support the better.

                        by|Jan 4, 2021
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                        Q:How many tracks do i need for a 4 foot shelf? Does more tracks mean I can increase the load I put on them?
                        by|Nov 23, 2020
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                        A:  If you use more tracks, the shelf can hold a higher load assuming you spread the load out over the shelf. I highly recommend that you attach the tracks to a wall stud and not just into the sheetrock. For a 4 ft shelf I would put 2 tracks 32 inches apart so they each falls on a stud (assuming your studs are on 16 inch centers). Then center the shelf across the tracks.

                        by|Aug 15, 2021
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                        A:  You could probably get away with 2 tracks. More tracks will generally mean more stability and strength, but only to a certain point. Eventually something is going to give. If you're on studs, or in something stronger, that will help a lot.

                        by|Nov 23, 2020
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                        Q:what kind of screws should i use to mount these to studs? I assumed they came with the rails
                        by|Oct 15, 2020
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                        A:  the screws do not come with the rails. use a screw at least 2" long and make sure the thread is not fine like a wood screw it does not grip into the wood good. use a screw designed with a long thread on it it grips the wood better

                        by|May 2, 2021

                        A:  Best bet would be to use some sort of decking screw at least 3 inches in length since these hold up the total weight of the shelves.

                        by|Oct 15, 2020

                        A:  Hello ! Screws do not come with rails. I believe #8 head by a 2.5 in.- 3in. long. NOT sheet rock screws. CHECK screw head in rail holes to be sure. There is a top hanging rail for ease in hanging. The screws in this MUST be in wood to hold the most weigh. Then smaller screws can be used in upright rails. In my work ALL is in wood. Have a great day.

                        by|Oct 19, 2020

                        A:  Hello, This unit needs to be secured to the wall with #12x2 in. pan head screws directly into studs. Installation hardware is sold separately. Thank you for your inquiry.

                        by|Nov 23, 2022
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                          Q:How much weight does this hold
                          by|Oct 4, 2020
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                          A:  A lot

                          by|Nov 2, 2023
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                            A:  Hello, The weight capacity for the Wire Shelving Units varies depending on the DEPTHS of the Wire Shelving, and the TYPE OF INSTALLATION. I made a table below for your reference. Fixed Mount (Wall Mounted) WIRE SHELVING DEPTHS: WEIGHT CAPACITY: 12 inches 15 lbs./Linear Foot 16 inches 15 lbs./Linear Foot 20 inches 15 lbs./Linear Foot Adjustable Mount (ShelfTrack System) WEIGHT CAPACITY: Mounted to Studs: 44 lbs./Linear Foot Not Mounted to Studs: 25 lbs./Linear Foot *If you noticed on the Adjustable Mount, the depth of the wire shelving is no longer considered as long as it is attached to the Standards/Wall brackets **Also, please bear in mind that THE WEIGHT SHOULD BE DISTRIBUTED EVENLY IN THE WIRE SHELVING. Thank you for the inquiry.

                            by|Jan 1, 2023
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                              Q:How much weight does this hold
                              by|Oct 4, 2020
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                              A:  Hello, The weight capacity for the Wire Shelving Units varies depending on the DEPTHS of the Wire Shelving, and the TYPE OF INSTALLATION. I made a table below for your reference. Fixed Mount (Wall Mounted) WIRE SHELVING DEPTHS: WEIGHT CAPACITY: 12 inches 15 lbs./Linear Foot 16 inches 15 lbs./Linear Foot 20 inches 15 lbs./Linear Foot Adjustable Mount (ShelfTrack System) WEIGHT CAPACITY: Mounted to Studs: 44 lbs./Linear Foot Not Mounted to Studs: 25 lbs./Linear Foot *If you noticed on the Adjustable Mount, the depth of the wire shelving is no longer considered as long as it is attached to the Standards/Wall brackets **Also, please bear in mind that THE WEIGHT SHOULD BE DISTRIBUTED EVENLY IN THE WIRE SHELVING. Thank you for the inquiry.

                              by|Oct 12, 2023
                                1 found this answer helpful

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