What is the EVT290S-ABP16 base plate best used for?

The larger 16-inch footprint provides an incredibly stable foundation for taller vertical truss pillars. It is an ideal structural footing for variant truss system builds utilized in high-end events and floral arrangements.

Is this 16-inch base plate compatible with other truss brands?

Yes, it is fully compatible with standard 290mm square truss systems from industry-standard brands like Global Truss and ProX.

When should I use the EVT290S-ABP16 instead of the standard 12-inch base plate?

The EVT290S-ABP16's expanded 16-inch footprint distributes weight across a larger surface area, making it the better choice for taller truss towers, heavier load configurations, or any build where extra ground stability is needed — such as freestanding goal post structures, trade show totems, or lighting towers in high-traffic areas.

EVT290S‑ABP16 – 16" × 16" Aluminum Base Plate for EVT290S Square Truss

16x16 Aluminum Truss Base Plate Knowledge Center

16x16 Aluminum Truss Base Plate for 290 mm Square Truss.
Lightweight Ground Support for EVT290S, F34, Displays, Totems, and Event Structures.

The EVT290S-ABP16 is a 16x16 in brushed-aluminum base plate designed for compatible EVT290S, F34, and standard 290 mm square truss systems. Its expanded footprint provides more ground-contact area than a 16x16 plate while remaining lightweight at approximately 6 lb.

Product Facts

ModelEVT290S-ABP16

Plate Size16x16 in

Thickness0.19 in / 4.82 mm

Weight6 lb / 2.72 kg

Material6061-T6 Aluminum

FinishBrushed Aluminum

16x16 inPlate Size

4.82 mmPlate Thickness

6 lbProduct Weight

6061-T6Aluminum Alloy

290 mmTruss Compatibility

Product Overview

A Lightweight Truss Base Plate with a Larger 16x16 Footprint.

The EVT290S-ABP16 provides a larger 16x16 in footprint for compatible 290 mm square truss columns, displays, and compact structures without the weight of a heavy steel base plate.

16x16 Footprint

Distributes contact across a larger surface than a standard 16x16 aluminum plate.

Top or Bottom Use

Can be used at the bottom or top of a compatible truss section as the approved layout requires.

6061-T6 Aluminum

Provides a lightweight plate body for repeated professional use.

Conical Connection System

Includes matching couplers, tapered pins, and R-clips for the intended truss interface.

Applications

Designed for Displays, Totems, Booths, and Compact Event Structures.

Trade Show Totems

Provides a wider aluminum footprint for compatible upright truss displays.

Retail Displays

Supports clean, lightweight truss columns for temporary merchandising and presentation structures.

Lighting Stands

Can support compatible lighting-tower layouts when ballast and engineering requirements are satisfied.

Exhibit Structures

Suitable for compact modular booth and display configurations.

Top-Mount Applications

Can serve as a top plate where the approved system design requires a mounting surface.

Who It Is For

Built for Exhibit, Lighting, AV, Rental, and Production Teams.

Exhibit Builders

For upright truss displays, booth elements, signage, and branded structures.

Lighting Technicians

For compact lighting columns using compatible 290 mm square truss.

AV Integrators

For portable presentation and equipment-support structures.

Rental Companies

For reusable lightweight base-plate inventory across event applications.

Production Teams

For indoor temporary structures assembled by trained truss personnel.

Functional Details

A Wider Plate with Portable Aluminum Construction.

Expanded 16 in Footprint

Provides additional contact area compared with smaller aluminum base plates.

0.19 in Plate Thickness

Maintains a compact profile while supporting the intended compatible truss connection.

6 lb Product Weight

Remains manageable for transport, setup, and repeated event use.

Brushed Aluminum Finish

Matches the appearance of standard aluminum truss systems.

Technical Details

Detailed Specifications.

Identification

Product Information

Model / SKUEVT290S-ABP16

Product TypeAluminum Truss Base Plate

Primary UseBottom or Top Plate

Physical Dimensions

Plate Size

Width16 in / 406.4 mm

Depth16 in / 406.4 mm

Thickness0.19 in / 4.82 mm

Weight6 lb / 2.72 kg

Construction

Material and Finish

Material6061-T6 Aluminum Alloy

FinishBrushed Aluminum

Connection Hardware

Included Components

Connection TypeConical Connection System

Included HardwareCouplers, Tapered Pins, and R-Clips

System Compatibility

EVT290S, F34, and Standard 290 mm Square Truss Systems.

EVT290S-ABP16 uses 290 mm square truss geometry and a matching conical connection system. Compatibility requires matching receiver spacing, coupler dimensions, and engineering data.

EVT290S Compatibility

Integrates with compatible EVT290S straight sections and related 290 mm square components.

F34 Compatibility

Compatible with matching F34 290 mm square truss geometry and conical hardware.

Standard 290 mm Square Systems

Verify receiver spacing, connection geometry, and engineering data before combining systems.

Conical Hardware Compatibility

Use matching couplers, tapered pins, and R-clips approved for the connected truss system.

Installation Planning

Assembly Requirements for Ground-Supported or Top-Mount Use.

01 — Inspect the Plate

Confirm the plate is flat and free from cracks, bends, deformation, or damaged connection points.

02 — Verify Compatibility

Confirm receiver spacing, coupler dimensions, node geometry, and engineering data.

03 — Install Conical Hardware

Seat the couplers and secure all tapered pins and R-clips completely.

04 — Position the Truss

Align the compatible truss section without forcing or misaligning the connection.

05 — Stabilize the Structure

Add ballast, anchoring, outriggers, or engineered support according to the final design.

06 — Final Inspection

Check alignment, hardware engagement, stability, and all installed loads before use.

Safety and Stability

A Larger Footprint Does Not Replace Ballast, Anchoring, or Engineering.

At approximately 6 lb, this aluminum plate does not provide significant ballast by itself.

Do not rely on the plate alone to stabilize tall towers, arches, goal posts, or wind-exposed structures.

Use appropriate ballast, anchoring, outriggers, or engineered support for the final structure.

Do not support loads directly from truss connection points.

Inspect the plate, couplers, tapered pins, R-clips, and connected truss before every use.

Account for dynamic, transverse, and environmental forces, including wind loads.

Assembly should be completed by trained truss personnel and reviewed by a licensed professional engineer where required.

Frequently Asked Questions

EVT290S-ABP16 Questions.

What are the plate dimensions?

The plate measures 16x16 in / 406.4x406.4 mm and is 0.19 in / 4.82 mm thick.

How much does the plate weigh?

The documented product weight is approximately 6 lb / 2.72 kg.

Can it be used as both a bottom and top plate?

Yes. The source identifies the EVT290S-ABP16 for use as either a bottom or top plate.

Is it compatible with EVT290S and F34?

Yes, when receiver spacing, coupler dimensions, connection geometry, and engineering data match the connected 290 mm square truss system.

What hardware is included?

The documented conical connection system includes couplers, tapered pins, and R-clips.

Does the 16x16 footprint eliminate the need for ballast?

No. The plate weighs approximately 6 lb and is not a substitute for ballast, anchoring, outriggers, or engineered support.

What material and finish are used?

The plate is made from 6061-T6 aluminum alloy with a brushed aluminum finish.

Need the correct base plate for your truss structure?

Contact us for compatibility checks, ballast planning, optional flange details, CAD files, engineering coordination, and quantity pricing.

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EVT290S-ABP16

EVT290S-ABP16 — 16" x 16" Aluminum Base Plate

16x16 Aluminum Truss Base Plate for 290 mm Square Truss. Lightweight Ground Support for EVT290S, F34, Displays, Totems, and Event Structures.