Butterfly Trapeze Single Channel, Direct-Fix Hanger for Duct

SKU # BT2

Suspends rectangular ductwork quickly and securely, by spreading load across four points. It’s vibration-dampening, and ideal for plenum boxes and multi-tiered installations.

Max Working Load

Max Working Load:

45 kg

Compatibility

Compatibility :

Suitable for ducting made from 0.6 - 1.5 mm gauge steel

Standard Operating Temperature

Standard Operating Temperature:

-20°C to +70°C

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Building Services Product GuideButterfly Trapeze Technical Data Pack - ENG
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Butterfly Trapeze Single Channel, Direct-Fix Hanger for Duct
SKU # BT2
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Effortless Rectangular Duct Suspension, Engineered for Speed

 

The Gripple Butterfly Trapeze is a ready-to-use suspension kit ideal for fast installation of rectangular ductwork and plenum boxes. The duct hanger attaches directly to the duct, which eliminates the need for channel or threaded rod, saving time and improving on-site safety.

Its integral adjustment pin allows for simple height changes without a setting key, while the rubber pad reduces vibration and prevents air leakage.

With a 45 kg load rating and 5:1 safety factor, it’s compatible with 0.6 – 1.5 mm gauge steel and ideal for single or multi-tiered installations.

Manufactured in the UK, the Butterfly Trapeze offers robust performance, full traceability, and access to Gripple’s technical support, making it the trusted choice for efficient, high-quality HVAC suspension.

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Speed

Speed

Over 80% faster to install than traditional rod and strut method. Say goodbye to cutting, de-burring and hot works.

High-Quality UK Manufacturing

High-Quality UK Manufacturing

Our technical and engineering teams are on hand from start to finish to provide project engineering drawings, take off’s, on site inspections, training and support where needed.

Technical and Engineering Support

Technical and Engineering Support

Each hanger comes with a unique batch number, ensuring quality and easy traceability through our U.K. manufacturing.

Specifically Engineered

Specifically Engineered

The rubber pad prevents air leakage and dampens vibration.

Safer

Safer

The Gripple Butterfly Trapeze requires less time working at height and no on-site cutting, ensuring a higher safety standard for your team.

Simple, Flexible Installation

Simple, Flexible Installation

Inbuilt pin release allows for easy adjustment reducing any margin of error.

Speed

Speed

Over 80% faster to install than traditional rod and strut method. Say goodbye to cutting, de-burring and hot works.

High-Quality UK Manufacturing

High-Quality UK Manufacturing

Our technical and engineering teams are on hand from start to finish to provide project engineering drawings, take off’s, on site inspections, training and support where needed.

Technical and Engineering Support

Technical and Engineering Support

Each hanger comes with a unique batch number, ensuring quality and easy traceability through our U.K. manufacturing.

Specifically Engineered

Specifically Engineered

The rubber pad prevents air leakage and dampens vibration.

Safer

Safer

The Gripple Butterfly Trapeze requires less time working at height and no on-site cutting, ensuring a higher safety standard for your team.

Simple, Flexible Installation

Simple, Flexible Installation

Inbuilt pin release allows for easy adjustment reducing any margin of error.

How it Works:

Installing our butterfly duct is quick and easy, requiring minimal tools. For more information, refer to the Technical Data Pack.

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Step 1: Fix bracket to duct using four self-drilling screws or rivets.
Step 2: Insert wire rope through the hanger, leaving at least 100 mm of tail for adjustment.
Step 3: Raise the duct to the desired height and feed through the wire to secure at our desired height.
Step 4: Adjust the height if needed by pulling the release pin (ensure the duct is supported at this point).

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Suspension Kit

We supply Butterfly Trapeze hangers as a ready to install suspension kit comprised of three parts.

End Fixing Your Substrate Fixing
Wire Pre-cut and Fused Wire
Hanger Your Hanger
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1 Substrate Fixing   (End Fixing)

All our suspension kits come with a wide range of substrate fixings designed to work with a variety of substrates and fixing points.
Discover which substrate fixings are available with this product below:

Loop

Hanger using a non-invasive, simple, choke knot technique

Safe Working Load: 325 kg
Available Sizes:
No. 1 : 1.5 mm
No. 2: 2.0 mm
No. 3: 3.00 mm
No. 4: 4.75 mm
No. 5: 6.00 mm

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Stud

Ideal for anchoring into concrete ceilings.

Safe Working Load: 250 kg
Available Sizes:
No.1: 1.5 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.4: 4.75 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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45° Eyelet

For attachment to a variety of substrates using suitable fixings.

Safe Working Load: 110 kg
Available Sizes:
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Multiwedge 2

For quick and secure locking into Kingspan Multideck 60 and 80 decking.

Safe Working Load: 90 kg
Available Sizes:
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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MF Wedge

For the suspension of services from Metfloor® 60 and 80 profiles manufactured by Composite Metal Flooring

Safe Working Load: 90 kg
Available Sizes:
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Alphawedge

Designed for use with Ribdeck E60.

Safe Working Load: 90 kg
Available Sizes:
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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TR60 Wedge

Ideal for the suspension of services from Structural Metal Decks TR60+ and TR80+

Safe Working Load: 90 kg
Available Sizes:
No. 2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No. 3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Ring Anchor

Set directly into cracked or non-cracked concrete with a hammer. Ideal for the fast suspension of services including electrical, HVAC and pipework.

Max Safe Working Load: 55 kg
Available Sizes:
No.1: 1.5 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.2 : 2 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Ceiling Anchor

Ideal for fixing Gripple hangers into concrete by knocking into a pre-drilled hole. Pull with a claw hammer to set.

Max Safe Working Load: 45 kg
Available Sizes:
No.1: 1.5 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Shotfire

A shot-fired hanger solution with pre-mounted nail end fixing, for securing installation into concrete or composite metal decking.

Safe Working Load: 15 kg
Available Sizes:
No.1: 1.5 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Channel Nut

Designed specifically for use with channel, to suspend all types of building services.

Safe Working Load: 250 kg
Available Sizes:
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.4: 4.75 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Toggle

For fastening through profile roof cladding, light fittings and other cavities.

Safe Working Load: 110 kg
Available Sizes:
No.1: 1.5 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Straight Eyelet

Suitable for a variety of applications that require bolting to brackets or fixtures.

Safe Working Load: 110 kg
Available Sizes:
No.1: 1.5 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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18mm Decking Wedge

Designed for use with Ribdeck S60 and Ribdeck 80

Safe Working Load: 90 kg
Available Sizes:
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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25mm Decking Wedge

Designed for use with SMD R51, Comflor 51, Holorib, Multideck 50 and Metfloor 55.

Safe Working Load: 90 kg
Available Sizes:
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Snap Hook - 1 Snap Hook - 1

Snap Hook

Ideal for attachment to cable basket, purlin clips and light fittings.

Safe Working Load: 90 kg
Available Sizes:
No. 1: 1.5 mm
No. 2: 2.0 mm
No. 3: 3.00 mm

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Top Hat

Aesthetic fixing for use with a wide range of Gripple hangers

Safe Working Load: 55 kg
Available Sizes:
No.1: 1.5 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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Snap Hook - 4 Snap Hook - 4

Barrel

Ideal for use on signage, or exposed services, such as retail and office environments.

Safe Working Load: 55 kg
Available Sizes:
No.1: 1.5 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.2: 2 mm (Wire Diameter)
No.3: 3 mm (Wire Diameter)

*System working load based on product and substrate fixing combined

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2 Wire Length

From 1 – 10 m

(Other lengths available on request)

All our ready‑to‑install suspension kits include pre‑cut, looped, and fused wire in your chosen length. Standard options are available from 1 – 10 m.

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Butterfly Trapeze

Suspends rectangular ductwork quickly and securely, by spreading load across four points. It’s vibration-dampening, and ideal for plenum boxes and multi-tiered installations.

  • Max Working Load: 45 kg
  • Compatibility: Suitable for ducting made from 0.6 – 1.5 mm gauge steel
  • Standard Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C

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Butterfly Trapeze

SKU # BT2

Suspends rectangular ductwork quickly and securely, by spreading load across four points. It’s vibration-dampening, and ideal for plenum boxes and multi-tiered installations.

Key Specifications

Max Working Load: 45 kg
Compatibility : Suitable for ducting made from 0.6 – 1.5 mm gauge steel
Standard Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C
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Building Services Product GuideButterfly Trapeze Technical Data Pack – ENG

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Common Applications

Ductwork

Ductwork

“We took advantage of the Gripple Take-Off service and all staff provided an excellent support on and off site. The schedule was tight but Gripple products are quick, simple and easy to install. We made a labour saving of six weeks on the installation of the pipework and ductwork.”

Director, Renewable Energy Wales | Swansea City FC Training Academy

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Punch-activated Drop-In Anchor for fixing into cracked and non-cracked concrete, and hollow core ceiling slabs.

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Small Wire Cutters

Ideal for cutting wire rope construction 7×7 or 7×19 from diameter 1.5 mm up to 6 mm.

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Wedge Nut

A fast and simple method for attaching to a variety of decking profiles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

It installs directly onto ductwork, requires no cutting or hot works, and features an integral pin for easy height adjustment, saving over 80% installation time compared to conventional systems.

It’s compatible with steel ducting from 0.6 to 1.5 mm gauge and supports up to 45kg per drop with a 5:1 safety factor, making it ideal for single or multi-tiered HVAC installations.

The Gripple Butterfly Trapeze features an integrated rubber pad that absorbs vibrations from HVAC systems, reducing noise and preventing wear on ductwork. This also helps maintain airtight seals and improves overall system efficiency.

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