Truss - Fink, Triple

Truss - Fink, Triple

Scaled set of elevation and diagram drawings of Triple Fink Truss
Description
Description

A triple Fink truss is a type of truss that is made up of three W-shaped frames. The truss has a total of 13 triangles, and the diagonal members of each triangle are sloped at different angles. This allows the truss to support a large amount of weight, while also being lightweight and easy to construct. Triple Fink trusses are often used in the construction of roofs, bridges, and other structures that need to be strong and lightweight.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

The Triple Fink Truss is configurable in a range of sizes with typical spans between 54’-80’ (16.5-24.4 m) and overall heights of 9’-40’ (2.74-12.2 m). The thickness of wood trusses is commonly 1.5”, 3”, or 4.5” (3.8, 7.6, 11.4 cm). Trusses have a pitch ratio typically between 1:1 to 1:6.

Series of illustrations of Triple Fink Truss seen from views with varied sizes
Series of illustrations of Triple Fink Truss seen from views with varied sizes
3D Model
3D Model
Details
Details

*Under Development*

Height:
9’-40’ | 2.74-12.2 m
Width:
Depth:
1.5”, 3”, 4.5” | 3.8, 7.6, 11.4 cm
Length:
54’-80’ | 16.5-24.4 m
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Pitch Ratio: 1:1 to 1:6

Materials:
Wood or steel
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Drawings include:

Triple Fink Truss elevations (various sizes), diagrams

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