How do you estimate the weight that a shelf using these pins could hold?
1104102
I have not found the metal pins to be the problem in the weight that the shelves can hold. The type of wood used (plywood, hardwood, softwood, etc.) has a greater impact than the pins. I would suggest that you contact "Kreg" at Kregtool.com or 1-800-447-8638. They have always been very helpful answering my questions.
1104103
Expect 20-25 lbs supported for 1/4" pins. Type of wood also matters. depends on the pin style too. MDF will fail before something like oak. But, you should reasonably expect to be able to support 40 lbs of distributed weight total on four pins (with MDF). Longer spans with flex will reduce load limits.
1104104
Depends on the length & width of the shelf and the number of shelf supports you use. The middle shelfs of most kitchen cupboards use this design.
1137539
I don't think there is a weight limit. This is a rugged hanger especially when anchored the correct way. The shelf can be used for storage.....I use it for my lids.
613556
Thank you for your inquiry. It depends on how much they weight. The static weight limit per shelf is 25 pounds. If they are heavier than that, I would not recommend it. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to let us know.
1662812
I would guess up to 15 pounds. You could possibly use longer screws which may increase the holding power.I am an artist and I use the mounts to create diptychs from assembling multiple wood framed shadow boxes weighting a range of 8 to 12 pounds.
2172438
The pins themselves will hold a lot of weight. Probably a couple of hundred pounds. It's the wood it's mounted to that you need to be concerned about. Hardwood or a good quality plywood will hold a lot. Pine or fir will allow the pin hole to break down. You should be able to span 4 feet with books on it as long as the shelf board doesn't sag. I would think a 6 foot span with a no sag shelf and nothing really heavy on it would be fine. Adding a face board to the shelf will add a lot of strength.
315248
I think a weight of 30/40 lbs. per shelf would be OK, providing it was not in the center of a shelf on a small area.
1459555
these shelf pins measure .243",which is seven one thousands of an inch under 1/4".Probably so one doesn't have to fight them to change shelf height.Bob
1613691
I have a laminated poster that weighs about 2 pounds. The hanger holds it easily. There could be potential for bending the poster where you clip it when you're closing the hanger or putting the poster on the wall, especially if it's a big heavy poster. I'd get another person to help just to be sure.
1410824
I am not sure what you are considering placing on these shelves so it is difficult to assess your exact needs...if i knew your weight requirements then I could make a better assessment. I have only used them for shoes...but they are well constructed and sturdy. They feel like they could hold considerable weight without bowing or bending.
463418
It is very hard to tell. The pulleys modify the weights. When using only one weight the pin does not always fall true but it does not bother me. I would guess the increments to be between 10 and 15 lbs.
2177426
Hi Katrina. I was wondering the same thing... I found a seller on eBay who described it as holding up to 15 pounds. The Container Store supposedly sells them (9.99) so I'm going to try to swing by and pick a few up. Thinking that a few would make a display similar to the "Sapien" free-standing vertical metal bookshelves sold at "design within reach" and other places for $250. Ideally it won't crash. :) JD
134076
Its pretty thin. The shelves themselves are not metal. They are some kind of composite fiber or maybe plastic. It might be a 16th of an inch (which I guess would make it a 16 guage.
1187310
I used them to hang some metal sculpture outside. I used 2 hooks and think it should support at least 7-8 lbs.
118363
I'm not exactly sure what the weight for each shelf would be. I found a stud in the wall to hold the shelf which is better support. I use my shelf for my scrap booking ribbon rolls. It's held up great! I think potatoes would be a little heavy depending on how many. If your going to use potatoes, I would look for the stud in the wall for better support. Just becareful when deciding, potatoes may be a little heavy for the shelf. I hope my answer helps you.
1994696
I have 2 sets of China and curios in it. Not exactly sure how much weight each shelf can hold.
1742102
Maybe 5lbs each shelf? It depends what you're putting on them because they will lean forward or back if something is too close to the front or back...
65206
This will easily hold 40 pounds and more (Up to 100). You need to make sure to locate a wooden 2X4 and secure the shelf with either the screws provided or longer lag screws that you can get from the hardware store.