The National Hardware N220-376 Mending Brace is a galvanized steel connector designed to join, reinforce, and splice panels and framing in residential and commercial applications. This 12-inch brace delivers a low-profile solution that eliminates weak points in construction, ensuring long-lasting structural stability for doors, walls, equipment housings, and panel assemblies. By distributing load evenly across fastener points, it reduces stress on individual fasteners and extends the lifespan of assembled components.
Whether you’re reinforcing drywall, metal sheeting, or other panel types in home improvement or maintenance projects, this mending brace provides the durability and corrosion resistance needed for both indoor and outdoor use. Its galvanized finish makes it ideal for high-humidity, marine, or exposed environments where rust resistance is critical. The compact design and pre-drilled mounting holes allow for quick, straightforward installation without additional cutting or drilling.
Features and Benefits
- Hot-Dip Galvanized Finish: Provides exceptional corrosion protection for outdoor, marine, and high-humidity applications, ensuring long-term durability without rust.
- Heavy-Duty Steel Construction: Engineered for maximum tensile strength and demanding industrial applications, supporting heavy-load panels and vibration-resistant connections.
- Pre-Drilled Mounting Holes: Six pre-drilled screw holes (0.32 in. diameter) simplify fastening and reduce installation time without sacrificing strength.
- Precise 12-Inch Length: Fits standard framing dimensions, reducing the need for cutting and simplifying alignment during installation.
- 1-1/8 Inch Width: Delivers a deep bite into material for secure, reliable connections that distribute forces evenly.
Specifications
- Brand: National Hardware
- Model: N220-376
- Length: 12 inches
- Width: 1-1/8 inches
- Gauge: 0.19 inches
- Material: Galvanized Steel
- Mounting Type: Screw
- Number of Mounting Holes: 6
- Mounting Hole Diameter: 0.32 inches
