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8 x 2 stud mount shelf rod describes a Federal Brace floating shelf support designed for stud mounting, so you can create thinner profile floating shelves using a concealed steel support. The rod arm uses a 0.50 inch diameter steel rod attached to a 0.25 inch thick mounting plate, giving a rigid steel connection between stud and shelf. The mounting plate is 4 inches high and 2 inches deep, so it nests within standard wall stud layouts while providing vertical bearing. This stud mounted shelf rod uses raw steel material, which provides a sturdy structural support that can be painted to suit the project. Federal Brace floating shelf support rods in this line are offered in two lengths, so shelf depth can be matched to either the 6 inch or 10 inch usable support arm length for consistent performance.
This Federal Brace stud mounted shelf rod is designed for installation every 16 inches along the length of the shelf, aligning with standard stud spacing so each rod transfers load directly into structural framing. Each floating shelf support rod in this series has a 100 pound carrying capacity, so load planning can be done by counting rods and assigning a practical weight budget per support. The shelf depth should not exceed 2 inches beyond the end of the rod, which keeps the load closer to the wall and reduces deflection at the front edge. The Stud Mounted Shelf Rod is supplied in raw, unfinished steel, so painting on site can provide corrosion resistance while visually blending the support with other components. The rod arm and plate construction at 0.50 inch rod thickness and 0.25 inch plate thickness creates a compact support that still resists bending under typical shelving loads.
This stud mounted shelf rod sits in the Floating Shelves and Concealed Brackets product class, so it functions as a hidden support for floating shelf designs in residential or shop environments. Its stud mount format works with shelving that tracks over standard 16 inch on-center studs, allowing regular spacing of supports along longer runs. Federal Brace floating shelf support rods come in two lengths, matching projects that use shallower shelves with the shorter usable arm and deeper shelves with the longer usable arm. The 8 x 2 stud mount shelf rod version operates within the listed size range of 8 x 0.25 x 4 inches, providing a compact format that fits in tight wall spaces while still delivering the stated carrying capacity. The raw steel finish allows the rod to sit behind the shelf structure where appearance is secondary to strength and where a project-specific coating can be added.
The 0.50 inch rod arm diameter gives a stout bearing surface inside the shelf, which helps the shelf stay level under load by resisting rotation and flex along the arm. The 0.25 inch thick mounting plate and 4 inch height create a firm interface against the stud face, which helps keep the rod square to the wall and promotes straight shelf runs. With a 100 pound carrying capacity per rod, load distribution can be planned by pairing rod count with expected contents so deflection remains within acceptable limits. The installation guideline of placing rods every 16 inches along the shelf ties rod positions to standard stud spacing, which simplifies layout and keeps supports in predictable locations behind the finished shelf. Limiting shelf depth to no more than 2 inches beyond the rod end controls the lever arm on the support, which in turn helps reduce visible sag at the front of the shelf during regular use. The unfinished steel material can be painted, allowing a corrosion-resistant coating that also seals the surface in environments where moisture or airborne contaminants are present.
This stud mounted shelf rod has a carrying capacity of 100 pounds per rod, so load planning can be based on rod count when designing floating shelving runs.
These floating shelf support rods are designed for installation every 16 inches along the length of the shelf, matching typical stud spacing for direct structural support.
The shelf must not be more than 2 inches deeper than the end of the rod, which keeps leverage under control and limits deflection at the shelf front edge.
The Stud Mounted Shelf Rod uses raw, unfinished steel, so the support provides sturdy steel structure and can be painted to add corrosion resistance or color.
The mounting plate is 4 inches high and 2 inches deep with 0.25 inch holes, which defines the bearing surface and fastener bore size for stud attachment.
Federal Brace floating shelf support rods in this line provide usable support arm lengths of 6 inches and 10 inches, so shelf depth can be matched to the chosen arm size.
This Federal Brace 8 x 2 stud mount shelf rod in raw steel combines a 0.50 inch rod arm, 0.25 inch plate thickness, and 100 pound capacity per rod to support thinner profile floating shelves tied directly to studs. Using the 4 inch high by 2 inch deep mounting plate with 0.25 inch holes, layouts can be coordinated with 16 inch stud spacing and shelf depths that extend no more than 2 inches beyond the rod end. For floating shelf runs handled through Wurth Baer Supply, this stud mounted shelf rod provides a defined structural basis for planning depth, spacing, and load on concealed floating shelves.
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Sold in: 1 Each |  FB32162 Mfr# 32162 | 12" x 4" Stud Mount Shelf Rod, Steel Finish |
