Copper Gutter Details

This detail shows a scupper used in conjunction with a gutter.

Copper gutter details.

Strap hung gutter on sloping roof. 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. Made custom to match any radius. 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. Kobett metals specializes in copper gutters gutter systems parts and accessories. In snow areas or 36 o c. Hung copper gutters are typically supported by brass or copper brackets or hangers spaced a maximum of 30 o c.

The scupper and gravel stop flanges are nailed to the blocking. Straps extending at least 6 onto the. Copper are alternately spaced with copper brackets at 30 o c. A continuous lock strip is soldered to the apron at least 4 below its upper edge.

Expansion joints in copper gutters must be provided to allow for the natural expansion and contraction of copper caused by thermal changes. We can cut to any length and quantity and deliver or ship to your site. The drip edge of the fascia should extend over the back edge of the gutter by 1 minimum. 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. 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. 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. 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 spout is soldered into the copper fascia and gravel stop. In this detail a one piece copper gutter lining and apron is used in conjunction with a standing seam roof. Click photo for details radius gutters in copper zinc or aluminum. In general long straight runs should have joints spaced a maximum of 48 feet apart.

Hung gutters and downspouts basics.