Copper Gutter Details

Strap hung gutter on sloping roof.

Copper gutter details.

Expansion joints in copper gutters must be provided to allow for the natural expansion and contraction of copper caused by thermal changes. A continuous lock strip is soldered to the apron at least 4 below its upper edge. Copper are alternately spaced with copper brackets at 30 o c. The drip edge of the fascia should extend over the back edge of the gutter by 1 minimum.

In this detail a one piece copper gutter lining and apron is used in conjunction with a standing seam roof. Hung copper gutters are typically supported by brass or copper brackets or hangers spaced a maximum of 30 o c. This detail shows a scupper used in conjunction with a gutter. In snow areas or 36 o c.

Straps extending at least 6 onto the. Click photo for details radius gutters in copper zinc or aluminum. 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. Copper braces of 32 oz.

The continuous copper apron strip is fastened to the gutter with a single lock seam and is nailed to the roof with copper nails 12 o c. The scupper spout is soldered into the copper fascia and gravel stop. Kobett metals specializes in copper gutters gutter systems parts and accessories. Expansion joints may also be required at changes in gutter width or depth at corners and at end conditions.

Many of the architectural drawings are designed for the customer to input his own dimensions in the proper form location as that item. The scupper and gravel stop flanges are nailed to the blocking. 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. In addition to their ornamental appeal he points out that leader heads.

In general long straight runs should have joints spaced a maximum of 48 feet apart. 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. We can cut to any length and quantity and deliver or ship to your site. 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.

This detail illustrates an alternate method of attaching copper gutters on sloped roofs.