Copper Gutter Details

Many of the architectural drawings are designed for the customer to input his own dimensions in the proper form location as that item.

Copper gutter details.

Kobett metals specializes in copper gutters gutter systems parts and accessories. The upper edge of the gutter apron extends at least 6 onto the roof and is folded over and held by cleats at 12 o c. Brass or copper straps used in conjunction with a gutter bead stiffening brass bar are recommended for gutter widths greater than 6 or where severe ice or snow conditions exist. Hung gutters and downspouts basics.

Copper are alternately spaced with copper brackets at 30 o c. Architectural cad drawings with construction details and specifications are available for virtually all of the gutter supplies roof accessories vents and copper work that rutland stocks or fabricates. The scupper spout is soldered into the copper fascia and gravel stop. We are your expert source for radius gutters we can meet your customers needs by producing a custom made radius gutter in pure copper zinc or 050 mill finished aluminum in half round or k ogee style.

In addition to their ornamental appeal he points out that leader heads. Straps extending at least 6 onto the. The drip edge of the fascia should extend over the back edge of the gutter by 1 minimum. Made custom to match any radius.

We can cut to any length and quantity and deliver or ship to your site. A continuous lock strip is soldered to the apron at least 4 below its upper edge. Most of the standard items have all the dimensions given. Hung copper gutters are typically supported by brass or copper brackets or hangers spaced a maximum of 30 o c.

Expansion joints may also be required at changes in gutter width or depth at corners and at end conditions. Copper braces of 32 oz. This detail illustrates an alternate method of attaching copper gutters on sloped roofs. This detail shows a scupper used in conjunction with a gutter.

Expansion joints in copper gutters must be provided to allow for the natural expansion and contraction of copper caused by thermal changes. Click photo for details radius gutters in copper zinc or aluminum. In this detail a one piece copper gutter lining and apron is used in conjunction with a standing seam roof. The scupper and gravel stop flanges are nailed to the blocking.

In general long straight runs should have joints spaced a maximum of 48 feet apart.