The Caldwell Model BEF Spreader Beam End Caps are designed to use schedule 40 ERW - Electric Resistant Welded pipe yet suitable for the upgraded seamless pipe as the central structural element between the end fittings.  Engineered for Schedule 40 Welded Pipe or the heavier Scheduled 80 Pipe. The difference in Load Compression rating between Schedule 40 or Scheduled 80 Pipe is nominal. Due to the Load Compression, rating are virtually the same.  Schedule 40 Pipe is lighter in weight.  Something your riggers would appreciated. This structural material is readily available at most local steel service centers.  The BEF-2 requires a 2-1/2" nominal size, the Model BEF-5 requires a 5" nominal size, and the BEF-8 requires an 8" nominal size Schedule 40 ERW Pipe.

Other requirements are:
[] The length of pipe used for this central element must be straight within 1/4" end to end.
[] The pipe should have the ends cleanly cut square with its centerline.
[] The Schedule 40 ERW pipe should not have weld joint irregularities.
[] Each end of the schedule 40 ERW pipe must have the correct diameter holes drilled through both walls and both ends must be in line.
[] The schedule 40 ERW pipe used in this application does not need to have any pressure testing.

The retaining bolts used to secure the Model BEF 2-1/2 and BEF-5 to the Schedule 40 ERW pipe must be a Grade 5 Hex Head Cap Screw 5-8-11 with minimum length of 4-1/2" and 8" respectively. The bolt for the BEF-8 is a Grade 5 Hex Head Cap Screw 1-8 with a minimum length of 11-1/2".

Note: Complete assembly instructions are provided with each set of end fittings. One Order comes with 2 End Cap fittings.

Current Lead Time to ship the HC (High Capacity) End Cap Fittings is 2 weeks. The BEF-2-1/2 and BEF-5 are about a two day lead time to ship. Call for current lead times on the BEF-8 model.

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