METALCITI Phoenix Aluminium Z Bar French Cleat Hanging Rail, 500 mm (20″), Un-Drilled (No Holes), 45 kg

The Phoenix 500 mm (20″) aluminium French cleat Z-Bar hanging rail is a heavy-duty mounting profile designed for securing medium picture frames, mirrors, cabinets, and wall panels. Extruded from high-quality aluminium alloy (profile MF625), this un-drilled 450 mm rail features a blank, un-punched profile that gives trade installers, joiners, and fitters complete freedom to drill custom fixing holes matching exact wall stud centers or site mounting requirements.

Key System Benefits

Heavy-Duty 45 kg Load Rating — High-grade extruded aluminium alloy profile supports up to 45 kg per rail when anchored securely into timber wall studs or solid masonry.

Un-Drilled Custom Profile — Blank channel allows precise, custom hole drilling on site to align perfectly with wall studs, electrical conduits, or specialized fixing anchors.

Ultra-Slim 5 mm Depth Projection — Low-profile interlocking design holds heavy items almost flush to the wall with just 5 mm total depth projection for a sleek, floating appearance.

Modular & Mix-and-Match Compatible — Interlocks seamlessly across all rail lengths in the Metalciti Phoenix Series, allowing you to pair a 500 mm wall rail with shorter cleat segments or longer track runs.

Technical Specifications & Downloads

Profile Code: Phoenix MF625
Rail Length: 500 mm (20″ — easily trimmed using a standard hacksaw)
Height × Depth: 47 mm (H) × 5 mm (D)
Interlock Clearance: 16 mm vertical lift clearance required
Maximum Weight Capacity: 42 kg (Subject to wall substrate and anchor rating)
Profile Hole Type: Un-Drilled (Blank profile for custom site drilling)
Series Compatibility: Interlocks with all Metalciti Phoenix Series Z-Bar cleat configurations
Technical Drawings: PDF Drawing | DWG CAD File
Installation Manual: Download Z-Bar Hanger Instructions (PDF)

Modular Z-Bar Interlocking System Guide

The Phoenix Z-Bar system is engineered with a fully modular design. Because the interlocking cleat profile remains consistent across the entire Metalciti Phoenix range, a longer rail mounted horizontally to the wall can easily support shorter rail segments attached to your frame or panel—or vice versa. This lets you purchase exact individual quantities, adjust anchor placement around existing wall studs, and create custom configurations without paying for excess hardware.

Common Installation Configurations:

Standard Continuous Fit: One 2000 mm rail on the wall paired with one 2000 mm rail on the item.
Split Anchor Fit: One 2000 mm rail on the wall paired with two 600 mm rails across the back of the item.
Custom Offset Fit: One 2000 mm rail on the wall paired with multiple 50 mm or 300 mm rails on the item.

Installation & Structural Load Safety

1. Measure and drill custom fixing holes along the un-drilled aluminium channel using an appropriate metal drill bit.
2. Fasten one Z-Bar rail to the wall pointing upward and outward using suitable wall plugs or timber stud screws.
3. Fasten the matching Z-Bar rail to the rear top edge of your frame or cabinet pointing downward and inward.
4. Lower the item onto the wall rail until the cleats interlock firmly. Ensure you have at least 16 mm vertical clearance above the frame to slide the cleats together.

Load Capacity Safety Note: The stated 42 kg weight capacity refers to the structural strength of the aluminium Z-Bar rail itself. In heavy-duty applications, wall fixings or plasterboard construction will typically fail before the aluminium profile. Always ensure your wall structure and anchor fixings are rated to support the total load.

What’s Included in the Box

1 × Phoenix Aluminium Z-Bar French Cleat Rail 500 mm (Un-Drilled – 45 kg Rating)

Note: Rails are sold individually (not in pairs) to allow custom length combinations. Fixing screws, wall plugs, and drill bits are sold separately.

Illustration

Here are example images how the system can be used. Look above what’s included.