CRL B5L10D6 B5L Mill Aluminum 120" Square Base Shoe for 1/2" to 5/8" Glass

CRL B5L10D6 B5L Mill Aluminum 120" Square Base Shoe for 1/2" to 5/8" Glass

C.R. Laurence B5L10D6 B5L Series Mill Aluminum 120" Square Base Shoe is meticulously engineered for use with 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 16 mm) monolithic tempered glass, making it an ideal choice for both residential and yacht applications. Designed as a low-profile base channel, this base shoe seamlessly integrates into glass railing systems and windscreen designs, providing a clean aesthetic without compromising structural integrity. Pre-drilled for convenience in lengths of 10' and 20', the B5L10D6 ensures precise installation with a drilling center-to-center spacing of 6 inches (152 mm). The base shoe is specifically compatible with the Wet Glaze System, ensuring a secure glass attachment. Custom cutting and mitering services are available, allowing for tailored solutions to meet unique project requirements. While the aluminum finish offers a sleek look, it is important to note that direct powder coating on the extrusion is not recommended; instead, powder-coated cladding should be applied. For shipping, it is advisable to Will Call 20' lengths due to handling challenges. C.R. Laurence has developed various attachment methods, ensuring the base shoe is reliably secured to the substrate for optimal performance and safety in any installation.

B5L Series Mill Aluminum 120" Square Base Shoe Drilled for 1/2" to 5/8" Glass

• For 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 16 mm) Monolithic Tempered Glass
• Pre-Drilled in 10' and 20' Lengths
• Lower Profile Desired in Residential and Yacht Applications
• Typically Used as the Base Channel for Glass Railing Systems or Windscreens
• Custom Cutting and Mitering Service Available

The CRL B5L Series Custom Low Profile Square Aluminum Mill Base Shoe is used as the base channel for glass railing systems. It can be clad in several choices of architectural finishes. The Low Profile Square Aluminum Base Shoe is for use with the Wet Glaze System only. The most critical component in a railing system is the proper attachment of the Base Shoe to the substrate. CRL has engineered a variety of attachment methods, and has developed an acceptable combination of drilling patterns and fasteners.


GLASS SPECIFICATIONS:
1/2" (12 mm) to 5/8" (16 mm) Thick Glass when using the Wet Glaze System.
Low Profile Square Base Shoe cannot be used for the TAPER-LOC® Dry Glaze System.

SHIPPING NOTE: Due to the difficulty in packaging and handling 20' (6.1 m) stock lengths, it is suggested that you Will Call these at any of our distribution centers. If requiring shipment, all packaging and handling concerns must be agreed to by CRL and the customer prior to shipping. All shipping arrangements will be documented on your quotation for your signed approval.


Product Warning:

1/2" or 5/8" (12 or 16 mm) Thick Glass when using Wet Glaze System. Caution: Low Profile Square Base Shoe cannot be used for the Wedge Dry Glaze System. CRL does not recommend direct powder coating of this base shoe extrusion. Powder coated cladding applied over the base shoe is the recommended method.

All pre-drilled CRL Base Shoes have a +1/8 (3mm)/-1/16 (1.5mm) tolerance between each hole drilled in the base. Before drilling installation holes in the concrete or steel substrate it is recommended that the installer place the base shoe into the planned final position, then mark the position of the holes to be drilled into the substrate.

Resources

• Architectural Glass Railing Systems and Hardware Catalog
• Architectural Glass Railing Systems and Hardware Catalog
• ESR-3269 Evaluation Report
• GRS Base Shoe Quote Request Form
• GRS Cap Railing System Quote Request Form
• GRS Cap Railing System Quote Request Form
• GRS Monolithic Taper-Loc CAD Drawings.dwg
• GRS Monolithic Taper-Loc CAD Drawings.pdf
• GRS Monolithic Wet Glaze CAD Drawings.dwg
• GRS Monolithic Wet Glaze CAD Drawings.pdf
• Windscreen and Pool Fencing Systems Product Information