What makes the matte black finish practical beyond just appearance?

The powder coat creates a non-reflective surface that eliminates glare under stage wash, studio lighting, and camera flash. In broadcast studios, themed attractions, and any environment where truss sits in a visible sightline, the finish prevents light bounce that would otherwise draw attention to the structure or create unwanted artifacts in video and photography. It also adds a thin protective layer over the aluminum that resists minor scuffs during transport and repeated assembly cycles.

Can I mix the EVT12S-8IN Black with standard brushed aluminum spacers and straights in the same structure?

Structurally, yes — the connection geometry, bolt pattern, and load characteristics are identical between the black and standard versions. Both use the same end-plated bolt system with Grade 8 hardware. The only difference is surface finish. Many builders use black spacers in audience-facing sections of a rig and standard aluminum in areas hidden from view, keeping costs lower where appearance does not matter.

How does the 8-inch length fit into builds that are designed around metric dimensions?

Eight inches converts to 203.2 mm, which falls close to a 200 mm metric increment. Builders working from metric drawings often use the 8-inch spacer as a practical match for 200 mm spacing requirements, especially in international co-productions or facilities originally designed to metric standards. The modular bolt connection lets you combine it with other spacer lengths to reach exact metric totals when needed.

EVT12S-8IN Black

EVT12S-8IN-Black Truss Spacer

8 Inch Matte Black Truss Spacer.
Adds an 8 Inch Section to 12-Inch End-Plated Truss Systems.

The EVT12S-8IN-Black is a matte black, plated-bolt aluminum truss spacer for EVT12S and 12-Inch End-Plated Truss Systems. It supplies an 8 inch / 203.2 mm section within a truss run. The finish is matte black powder coat. This component adds length and a bolted connection; it does not increase the capacity of the completed truss system.

Product Facts

Model / SKUEVT12S-8IN-Black

Product Type8 Inch Black Plated-Bolt Truss Spacer

Overall Size12 x 12 x 8 in

MaterialEN AW-6061 T6 Aluminum

FinishMatte Black Powder Coat

Weight16.50 lb / 7.48 kg

8 inAdded Length

203.2 mmMetric Length

Matte BlackPowder-Coat Finish

16.50 lbSpacer Weight

4-BoltEnd-Plate Connection

Product Overview

An 8 Inch Black Spacer for 12-Inch End-Plated Truss Systems.

The EVT12S-8IN-Black supplies an eight-inch section for EVT12S and 12-Inch End-Plated Truss Systems. Its 8 inch / 203.2 mm length offers a single-component option between shorter spacers and one-foot sections. The matte black powder-coat finish suits dark-finish truss systems.

8 Inch Section

Adds 8 in / 203.2 mm at a compatible end-plate connection.

Matte Black Finish

Factory-applied powder-coat surface.

12 Inch Square Size

Overall dimensions: 12 x 12 x 8 in / 304.8 x 304.8 x 203.2 mm.

Bolt Connection

Uses end-plated nut-and-bolt hardware.

Application Uses

For Dark-Finish Truss in Staging, Touring, and Display Systems.

The eight-inch black component may be considered for compatible lighting grids, scenic structures, trade-show displays, venue systems, touring equipment, and rental inventory where a dark-finish, eight-inch section is specified. The required supports, span, and loads must be evaluated for the full installation rather than inferred from the spacer length.

Dark-Finish Systems

A matte black component for compatible dark-finish truss runs.

Lighting Grids

For compatible end-plated truss grid systems.

Scenic Structures

For compatible stage and scenic truss assemblies.

Trade Displays

For compatible exhibit structures that call for an eight-inch section.

Rental Inventory

Provides an eight-inch black-finish option in compatible inventory.

Included Hardware

Supplied with Hardware for One Four-Point Connection.

Four Grade 8 bolts, four nuts, and four washers are included with the spacer. Hardware finish may differ from the matte black spacer finish. Confirm the fastener requirements at every actual joint, including bolt length, condition, engagement, and the manufacturer tightening procedure.

4 Grade 8 Bolts

Provided for the four-point end-plate connection.

4 Nuts

Included with the supplied bolts.

4 Washers

Included in the hardware set.

Connection Count

Account for the hardware needed at each joint in the full system.

Technical Reference

EVT12S-8IN-Black Truss Spacer Specifications.

Identification

Product Details

Model / SKUEVT12S-8IN-Black

BrandEvolve Truss

Product Type8 Inch Black Plated-Bolt Truss Spacer

Warranty1-Year Limited Manufacturing-Defect Warranty

Dimensions and Weight

Overall Size

Width12 in / 304.8 mm

Height12 in / 304.8 mm

Depth / Length8 in / 203.2 mm

Weight16.50 lb / 7.48 kg

Material and Tubing

Construction

MaterialAluminum Alloy EN AW-6061 T6

Main Tubing1.96 in / 50 mm OD, 0.12 in / 3 mm Wall

Brace Tubing0.98 in / 25 mm OD, 0.12 in / 3 mm Wall

FinishMatte Black Powder Coat

Connection Context

System Interface

Connection TypeEnd-Plated Nut and Bolt

Included Hardware4 Grade 8 Bolts, Nuts, and Washers

CompatibilityEVT12S and 12-Inch End-Plated Truss Systems

CertificationTÜV Certified

3D ResourceGLB Model Available

System Compatibility

EVT12S and 12-Inch End-Plated Truss Systems. Verify Every Connection.

The EVT12S-8IN-Black is designed for EVT12S and 12-Inch End-Plated Truss Systems. The coating is a finish characteristic and does not establish connection compatibility. Before connecting different systems, verify end-plate dimensions and thickness, bolt-hole positions, chord alignment, hardware, fastener engagement, and completed-joint seating.

EVT12S

Designed for EVT12S 12-inch end-plated truss components.

End Plates

Compare plate dimensions and bolt-hole positions.

Hardware

Confirm the appropriate fasteners and engagement.

Completed Joint

Inspect alignment and full seating before use.

Assembly Overview

Align the End Plates. Install and Check All Four Fasteners.

Assembly should be performed by personnel qualified for the truss system in accordance with applicable manufacturer requirements. This outline provides neither torque values nor installation approval.

01 — Inspect

Check tubing, welds, plates, holes, and hardware for damage.

02 — Align

Bring compatible end plates together without forcing distorted parts.

03 — Install Hardware

Fit the specified fasteners at all four locations with adequate engagement.

04 — Tighten

Follow the applicable manufacturer fastener procedure.

05 — Check Seating

Confirm the required hardware and full plate seating.

06 — Inspect Before Service

Review the completed truss system and supports before loading.

Safety and Engineering

A Truss Spacer Adds Length. It Does Not Increase Truss Capacity.

Allowable loading depends on the complete truss system, including span, supports, orientation, joints, suspension method, and applied loads. Suspended, load-bearing, dynamic-load, and complex applications require qualified structural or entertainment-rigging review. No stand-alone load rating or torque value is provided here.

Inspect the spacer, welds, plates, bolt holes, hardware, and connected truss before every use.

Remove any component with cracks, bends, elongated holes, plate deformation, damaged welds, or substantial finish damage from service.

Install and tighten all required fasteners using the applicable manufacturer procedure.

Do not support loads directly from spacer connection points without approval for the complete truss system.

Verify connection interfaces and completed-system suitability before combining different systems.

Have a competent person perform a documented inspection at least annually and remove unsafe parts from service.

Truss Spacer Questions

EVT12S-8IN-Black Frequently Asked Questions.

What are 8 inch black truss spacers used for?

They add an exact eight-inch section to a truss run where a dark finish is specified, a single-component option between the shorter spacers and one-foot sections. Typical jobs include lighting grids, scenic structures, touring equipment and trade-show displays where a run has to land on a pick point.

Can I build a fully black run with other black spacers?

Yes. Pair the 8 inch black spacer with other black spacers or plates to reach a length, so 8 in plus a 4 inch spacer adds 12 in / 304.8 mm, and 8 in plus a 1/2 inch plate adds 8.5 in / 215.9 mm. Every added piece is another bolted joint and needs its own hardware, which may differ in finish from the black spacers.

Does the black coating affect compatibility or capacity?

No. The coating is a finish characteristic, so it does not establish connection compatibility and does not increase what the truss can carry. Verify end-plate dimensions, bolt-hole positions and hardware before connecting, and do not support loads directly from the spacer connection points without approval for the complete truss system.

How heavy is the black 8 inch spacer, and what warranty does it carry?

It weighs 16.50 lb / 7.48 kg and is built from EN AW-6061 T6 aluminum with 50 mm main tubing and 25 mm brace tubing. It is TÜV certified and carries a 1-Year Limited Manufacturing-Defect Warranty. Plan a safe lift when you place it overhead.

Need a Black 8 Inch EVT12S Truss Spacer?

Contact us for truss spacer selection, listed compatibility information, product documentation, and quantity-quote support. For load-bearing or suspended truss systems, coordinate the completed system with qualified engineering or rigging personnel.

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