Forgefix 17mm Builders Strap Fixing Band Galvanised Support Strapping 10m Banding GB17

Forgefix Builders Strap Fixing Band Galvanised Support Strapping 17mm 10m GB17

Barcode: 5028485035886

MPN: GB17

Ref Code: FORGB17

Class: Medium Duty

Overview: 

Forgefix GB17 Builders Strap Fixing Band is a medium duty galvanised steel band designed for a wide variety of securing, bracing and support jobs. Supplied in a 10 metre roll, this 17mm wide fixing band offers a practical solution for installers, builders and DIY users who need a flexible strap that can be cut, bent and shaped to suit the task. The pre-perforated design allows for quick fixing with suitable screws, nails or bolts, while the galvanised finish helps provide longer lasting protection against corrosion. Ideal for pipework, cable runs, joist support work, fencing repairs and general maintenance jobs.

Key Features

• Medium duty galvanised steel fixing band

• Wider 17mm format for versatile support and restraint jobs

• Pre-perforated for quick fixing with nails, screws or bolts

• Easy to cut, bend and form to suit different applications

• Suitable for indoor and outdoor use

• Ideal for pipework, cables, ducting and general repair work

• Galvanised finish helps resist oxidisation

• Suitable for trade, site and DIY use

Specifications

• Brand: Forgefix

• Product Name: Builders Strap Fixing Band Galvanised Strapping Banding

• MPN: GB17

• Barcode: 5028485035886

• Ref Code: FORGB17

• Class: Medium Duty

• Material: Galvanised steel

• Colour: Steel

• Width: 17mm

• Length: 10 metres

• Perforated: Yes

• Quantity: 1 roll

• Use: Indoor and outdoor

• Fixings: Nails, bolts or screws

• Important Note: Not recommended for heavy structural applications

Applications

• Securing cable, trunking and ducting

• Supporting or suspending light pipework

• Fixing restraint straps and joist hangers

• Bracing roof trusses and diagonal strutting

• Holding down wall plates

• General fencing repairs and DIY maintenance jobs

How to Use

• Measure and cut the required length using suitable shears

• Bend or shape the band to suit the fixing position

• Align the perforations with the fixing points

• Secure the band using appropriate nails, screws or bolts

• Check the strap is firmly fixed and properly supported

• Use a heavier duty fixing method where structural strength is required

Forgefix Builders Strap Band Fixing Banding 17mm GB17 – Key FAQs

• What is Forgefix GB17 builders strap used for?
  It is designed for light to medium duty fixing, restraint and support jobs such as cable runs, pipework, joist supports, wall plates and general repairs.

• Is this strapping suitable for outdoor use?
  Yes, the galvanised steel construction makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.

• Can the band be cut and bent to shape?
  Yes, this fixing band is made to be easy to cut with shears and shaped to suit different installation needs.

• Is Forgefix GB17 pre-perforated?
  Yes, the band is pre-perforated so it can be fixed quickly using suitable screws, nails or bolts.

• What size is this roll?
  This version is 17mm wide and supplied in a 10 metre roll.

• Is it suitable for heavy structural applications?
  No, this product is intended for general fixing and support work and is not recommended for heavy structural use.

• What are the benefits of the galvanised finish?
  The galvanised coating helps protect the steel against corrosion, making the band more durable in general building and maintenance work.

• Is this suitable for DIY jobs as well as trade work?
  Yes, it is a practical fixing band for both professional users and DIY customers tackling a wide range of support and repair tasks.