Comparison: Classic vs. Cat 5 vs Cat 3

Classic Cat 5 Cat 3
Mainframe 8″ x 3/16″ c-channel 9″ x 3/16″ proprietary shape ? 10″ proprietary shape in various thicknesses?
Roof Pole 3″ square post 4″ octagonal post? 4″ octagonal post?
Roof Pole Connections stubs welded into frame - 3/8″ s/s bolt connection ? proprietary pockets interlocked & welded into frame ? proprietary pockets interlocked & welded into frame ?
Roof Framing 8″ x 3/16″ c-channel ? 8″ x 3/16″ c-channel ? 8″ x 3/16″ c-channel ?
Structural Material 6061-T6 series marine grade aluminum 6061-T6 series marine grade aluminum 6061-T6 series marine grade aluminum
Roof Bracing 3″ square posts with 3/8″ s/s bolt connections ? typically not required - 3″ square post when needed typically not required - 3″ square post when needed
Hardware all stainless steel bolts and screws all stainless steel bolts and screws all stainless steel bolts and screws
Mainframe Construction extensive gusseting for enhanced strength? interlocking components for enhanced strength? interlocking components for enhanced strength with integrated truss design?
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