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Baby plate

A flat mounting plate with a 5/8-inch baby pin used to attach a small fixture or accessory to an approved surface.

Equipment

Also known as: baby pin plate, wall plate

Reviewed

A flat mounting plate with a 5/8-inch baby pin used to attach a small fixture or accessory to an approved surface.

Use cases

  • The plate is fastened through its mounting holes using hardware and a substrate suitable for the load. Rigging decisions require permission, structural judgment, and secondary retention where applicable.

Setup

  • Confirm the intended use, inspect the equipment, and coordinate placement with the responsible department.

Safety notes

  • Use only within manufacturer ratings and the production safety plan.

In practice

The plate is fastened through its mounting holes using hardware and a substrate suitable for the load. Rigging decisions require permission, structural judgment, and secondary retention where applicable.

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