Product Description

EVT12S-2FT Black | 2-Foot Aluminum Truss Section (12×12 Box Truss Plated) – Matte Black

The EVT12S-2FT Black Aluminum Truss Section is a 2-foot straight segment finished in matte black powder coat, designed for 12-inch square end-plated aluminum truss systems operating in environments where the structure must carry full load while remaining visually invisible. At 24 inches, this is the shortest full-profile section in the EVT12S black lineup — a fully braced structural piece that bridges short dimensional gaps in camera-visible grids, darkened projection chambers, themed interior builds, and architectural ceiling systems without introducing a reflective surface that would compromise the space. Television set construction crews building overhead rigs behind on-camera talent, planetarium installation teams linking instrument mounts inside blacked-out domes, escape room designers suspending props from hidden ceiling grids, and corporate AV integrators running short truss segments above drop ceilings in executive spaces all order the 2-foot black because the layout demands a compact section and the environment demands a finish that disappears.

Function & Compatibility:

The EVT12S-2FT Black is a bolted end-plate truss section — not a conical coupler component. Underneath the factory-applied matte black powder coat is the same 6061-T6 aluminum alloy structure, chord profile, and through-bolt plate geometry found in every EVT12S piece — structurally identical to the standard brushed aluminum 2-foot section, with a coating that is entirely cosmetic. Unlike spacers, the 2-foot section includes diagonal bracing across its full length, providing standalone lateral rigidity that makes it a true structural member — not just a connector between two longer pieces. It functions as a gap filler in an overhead span, a short vertical column in a compact tower, or a standalone bridge segment between two support points, all while maintaining the non-reflective surface that dark-environment builds require. No field painting, no fabric wrapping, no post-install finish work.

Key Features

• Compact Structural Section in Dark Finish: A complete 2-foot (24-inch) truss segment with full diagonal bracing and a matte black powder coat — a fully rigid structural section, not a spacer, that bridges gaps and anchors compact layouts in environments where reflective aluminum would compromise the visual design.
• Factory-Applied Matte Black Coating: Durable powder coat finish applied at the Evolve Truss production facility — arrives ready to install in any blackout rig, dark-ceiling environment, or themed build without in-house painting, wrapping, or on-site touch-up.
• Included Hardware: Ships with 4x Grade 8 Bolts, Nuts, and Washers (black finish hardware may vary; standard zinc/galv typically supplied unless specified) — assembles directly into the run on arrival.
• Full-Strength Alloy Core: 6061-T6 aluminum alloy beneath the coating — identical material specification, identical load performance, and no weight difference compared to the standard silver EVT12S-2FT.
• End-Plated Connection: Standard EVT12S through-bolt end-plate format, cross-compatible with other 12-inch plated truss systems sharing the same bolt pattern and plate dimensions — including mixed silver-and-black builds within the same run.
• TÜV Specifications: Built under TÜV-certified manufacturing processes — the powder coat layer does not alter the engineering certification, load capacity, or connection specifications.

Who It’s For

• Television & Film Set Construction Crews — You’re assembling overhead lighting grids, scenic flat frameworks, and rigging structures that sit directly behind on-camera talent. Every piece of truss in the sightline has to be matte black — a single reflective section throws a hotspot under studio wash that the DP will catch immediately. The 2-foot black section fills the short gap between a corner block and the next straight, or spans between two support points at close intervals, without requiring the crew to wrap or repaint aluminum during a crunch build where the call sheet doesn’t leave time for finish work.
• Planetarium & Observatory Installation Teams — You’re constructing dome projection rigs and instrument mounting platforms inside darkened viewing chambers where even a faint reflection off exposed hardware degrades the visitor experience. The 2-foot section provides the short structural link between mounting nodes that the dome geometry demands, and the matte finish keeps the framework invisible against the dark interior when ambient projector light spills across overhead structure — no supplemental blackout paint, no shrouding, just a clean install that disappears on day one.
• Escape Room & Immersive Experience Designers — You’re building themed ceiling grids, hidden door reinforcement frames, and prop suspension systems inside tightly dimensioned rooms where every cubic inch of space serves the guest narrative. A 2-foot black section lets you construct short overhead spans and compact vertical supports that disappear behind scenic walls, fog layers, and low-ambient lighting without any additional finishing — and the diagonal bracing gives you the lateral rigidity to hang animatronics, motorized reveals, and kinetic set pieces that a spacer at this length cannot safely support.
• Corporate AV Integration Firms — You’re installing permanent truss infrastructure in boardrooms, executive briefing centers, and high-end conference facilities where ceiling-mounted projectors, speaker arrays, and motorized screens hang from hardware that the interior architect expects to match dark ceiling tiles and recessed lighting tracks. The 2-foot black section handles the short runs between mounting brackets anchored to structural steel above the drop ceiling — delivering a finished installation that meets the aesthetic spec without requiring a painting subcontractor after the truss is in place.
• Rigging & Structural Engineers — The finish is cosmetic; the structure is not. The EVT12S-2FT Black is a fully braced truss section carrying the same 6061-T6 alloy specification, TÜV-certified fabrication, and Grade 8 hardware as the standard aluminum version. It appears on an engineered drawing as a standard cataloged section — refer to the official EVT12S load tables for allowable loads at the specific total span length in your design.

Designed by Evolve Truss, the EVT12S-2FT Black is the compact full-profile section that solves the dimensional gap and the aesthetic requirement in a single component — a 2-foot piece that carries the load, holds the dimension, and stays invisible.

⚠️ Safety & Engineering Notice

❗ Critical Load Rating Information: The rated load capacity for this 2-foot segment depends entirely on the full system configuration. The 2-foot segment is typically not the limiting factor in a truss span. For precise load specifications, always refer to the official EVT12S Truss Series Load Tables for the specific span length you are building. Consult a qualified engineer before use.

Important Guidelines for Safe Use:

• Inspect the end plates and bolt holes for deformation or wear before every use.
• Ensure all Grade 8 bolts are properly torqued to manufacturer specifications.
• Handle with care to prevent chipping the powder coat finish — exposed aluminum beneath the coating compromises the visual consistency of a black-out rig.
• Do not mix truss components from different manufacturers unless the bolt pattern and plate dimensions have been strictly verified.
• The purchase of this product does not authorize specific installations; a licensed professional engineer shall review all structures, lighting plots, or other aluminum truss uses.

⚠️ Compatibility Warning for Mixed-Brand Builds

Crucial Steps for Safe Assembly:

• Verify Bolt Patterns: Plated truss varies by manufacturer. Compare your existing truss plate dimensions against EVT12S specifications before purchase.
• Check Alignment: Ensure chord alignment is precise to prevent uneven loading on the bolts.
• Mixing incompatible plated truss can lead to structural failure.

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