Schletter Spacer Plate for Roof Hook, 2.5/5mm | 973000-075

Description

This Schletter Spacer Plate sits beneath a roof hook during installation, maintaining the correct 5mm clearance from the surrounding roof tiles on all sides, including the upper front edge.

Manufactured from plastic (PE), this clearance is essential to how the hook performs structurally: it allows the hook to absorb load through elastic deformation, exactly as intended by the manufacturer's design and installation guidance.

2.5 / 5mm

Spacer Thickness Options

5mm

Required Tile Clearance

Plastic (PE)

Material

70-80mm

Recommended Screw Length in Rafter

All Sides

Clearance Coverage

Schletter

Manufacturer

Key Features

Maintains Correct Roof Hook Clearance

Positions the roof hook so a 5mm gap is maintained from the surrounding tiles on all sides, including the upper front edge.

Enables Correct Structural Performance

The specified clearance allows the hook to absorb load through elastic deformation as intended — a hook installed without adequate clearance will not perform as designed.

Plastic PE Construction

Manufactured from plastic (PE), giving a durable, weather-resistant spacer that will not degrade the roof hook's performance over time.

Simple Installation Aid

A straightforward component that simplifies achieving correct hook positioning on site without needing to measure and pack each fixing individually.

Important Installation Guidance

When using spacer plates, ensure the screw length into the rafter is not too short as a result of the added spacer thickness. Schletter recommends approximately 70 to 80mm of screw engagement into the rafter — refer to the manufacturer's assembly instructions for full guidance.

Technical Specification

Spacer Specification

Application

Placed underneath roof hook during installation

Required Tile Clearance

5 mm on all sides, including upper front edge

Function

Enables load absorption through elastic deformation of the hook

Materials

Material

Plastic (PE)

Installation Guidance

Recommended Screw Length into Rafter

Approx. 70–80 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the roof hook need a 5mm clearance from the tiles?

This clearance allows the hook to absorb load through elastic deformation, which is how the hook is designed to perform structurally. Without it, the hook may not function as intended.

What material is this spacer made from?

Plastic (PE), chosen for durability and weather resistance beneath the roof hook.

Does using a spacer plate affect my screw length requirements?

Yes, you should check that the screw length into the rafter is not too short once the spacer's thickness is accounted for. Schletter recommends approximately 70 to 80mm of engagement into the rafter.

Where is this spacer positioned during installation?

It's placed underneath the roof hook, maintaining clearance from the tiles on all sides, including the upper front edge.

Is this spacer required for every roof hook installation?

Check your specific roof hook's installation instructions, as clearance requirements can vary; this spacer is used where the manufacturer's guidance specifies a 5mm tile clearance.

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