1. Designed for Truss Extension & Replacement

The main purpose of this product is simple:

keep your existing system and add the section you actually need.

This can be more practical than replacing a complete frame when:

• one section is damaged;

• the structure needs to become longer;

• a new event requires a different dimension;

• rental inventory needs more modular options.

2. Compact 8 × 8in Square Truss

Nominal outside section:

Approx. 8 × 8in

or approximately:

203 × 203mm

This compact size is useful for smaller event structures where a full 290mm or 300mm truss would be unnecessarily large.

3. Approx. 1.25in Main Tubes

Main tube diameter:

Approx. 1.25in

or:

Approx. 32mm

This is an important compatibility dimension.

Do not assume another 8 × 8in truss is compatible unless the tube layout and bolt connection also match.

4. Bolted Connection System

The truss uses a bolt-connected end system.

This means the straight section is mechanically joined to compatible truss using bolts rather than conical pins.

For replacement orders, confirm:

section size + bolt position + end geometry

before purchase.

5. Standard Lengths from 0.5–2.5m

DragonEvent will offer standard priced options such as:

0.5m / 1.64ft

1.0m / 3.28ft

1.5m / 4.92ft

2.0m / 6.56ft

2.5m / 8.20ft

You can list these directly as product variants.

6. Other Custom Lengths Available

If standard sections do not give the required finished dimension, additional lengths can be manufactured.

Custom sizing is particularly useful for:

• replacement sections;

• fixed DJ frames;

• exhibition booths;

• venue installations;

• recurring rental setups.

7. Modular Inventory Expansion

For rental companies, several lengths can create many combinations.

For example:

0.5m + 1.0m = 1.5m

1.0m + 1.5m = 2.5m

1.0m + 2.0m = 3.0m

0.5m + 1.5m + 2.0m = 4.0m

This is often more useful than owning only one long section.

Important Compatibility Note

“8 × 8in bolt truss” alone is not enough information to confirm compatibility.

When replacing or expanding an existing system, check:

overall section size + main tube layout + end connection + bolt-hole position + bolt dimensions.

Existing Truss Extension

If your current frame is:

4m

but the next event requires:

5m

you may only need to add an appropriate compatible section rather than purchasing a completely new structure.

Replacement Straight Section

If one truss segment is damaged or missing, the buyer can replace only that section—provided the connection geometry matches.

Before ordering a replacement, send:

end photo + overall dimensions + bolt measurements.

Rental Inventory Expansion

Rental companies often discover that the missing item is not another complete system.

It is usually:

one more 0.5m section

or:

another 1m / 1.5m section

that allows the existing inventory to build several additional configurations.

DJ Event Frames

Compact 8 × 8in truss can be useful for suitable:

• DJ frames;

• small lighting structures;

• entertainment setups;

• backdrop frames.

If the application becomes larger or load requirements increase significantly, move to a larger truss system rather than simply extending the compact system indefinitely.

Exhibition & Display Structures

Short extension sections are also useful when an exhibition frame must match a specific booth dimension.

For more display-oriented event equipment, browse the broader DragonEvent product range alongside Straight Truss.

How to Choose

Step 1 — Measure Your Existing Truss

Confirm:

Outside Section

Main Tube Diameter

Bolt Position

Connection Geometry

Do this before choosing the length.

Step 2 — Calculate the Missing Length

Use:

Required Finished Length – Existing Truss Length = Additional Section Needed

Example:

Required structure:

5.0m

Existing structure:

4.0m

Additional length:

1.0m

If compatibility is confirmed, a 1m section may be the practical solution.

Step 3 — Choose Standard Length First

For rental and mobile-event buyers, standard lengths normally provide better future flexibility.

Start with:

0.5 / 1 / 1.5 / 2 / 2.5m

before choosing an unusual custom length.

Step 4 — Use Custom Length for a Specific Reason

Custom length is best when:

• replacing an exact existing section;

• fitting a fixed venue;

• matching a recurring structure;

• standard modules leave an unwanted gap.

Do not create too many custom sizes unless they solve a real repeated need.

Step 5 — Check Transportation

Longer sections mean fewer joints but require:

longer vehicles + more storage length + larger shipping packages.

For many small-event buyers, two shorter sections may be more useful than one long section.

Minimum Practical Package

For Extending an Existing System

Start with:

1 × Compatible Straight Truss Segment

plus:

Matching Bolt Connection Hardware

where required.

For Building a New Small Frame

You may additionally need:

**Straight Sections

• Matching Corners

• Bases

• Connection Hardware**

If fixtures or display equipment will be mounted, use compatible clamps from Truss & Rigging Accessories.

Buying Mistakes to Avoid

1. Buying by Length Before Checking Compatibility

A perfect 1m length is useless if the end connection does not match.

Compatibility comes first.

2. Assuming Every 8 × 8in Truss Is the Same

The outside dimensions may look identical while the bolt connection differs.

Always measure the actual joint.

3. Buying a Complete New System When One Section Is Missing

If your existing truss is compatible and still suitable for the event, one extension section may be the more economical purchase.

4. Ordering Too Many Custom Sizes

A rental inventory filled with unusual lengths can become difficult to manage.

Use modular standard sections wherever possible.

5. Buying Only the Longest Sections

Long sections reduce the number of joints but reduce layout flexibility.

For a small rental business, a mixed inventory is often more practical.

6. Extending a Compact Truss Beyond Its Suitable Application

More sections do not automatically make a small truss suitable for a larger structural job.

If the project involves:

• long spans;

• substantial suspended loads;

• large LED walls;

• speakers;

• outdoor wind-exposed structures;

the correct solution may be a larger truss system or project-level structural review.

Upgrade Path

A buyer can begin with the straight sections needed for the current structure.

Then expand gradually:

Straight Section
→ Additional Lengths
→ Matching Corners
→ Bases
→ Mounting Accessories

If the event work grows from compact DJ or display structures into larger production systems, move to a larger professional truss family rather than continuously extending the smaller system.

For buyers still deciding between truss types, see Truss Buying Guide for Events: What Should You Buy First?.

Necessary Related Products

Straight Truss

For other straight sections and sizes:

Straight Truss

Truss & Rigging Accessories

For connection hardware, clamps and mounting parts:

Truss & Rigging Accessories

Truss Buying Guide

For buyers choosing their first modular system:

Truss Buying Guide for Events: What Should You Buy First?

What is this product mainly used for?

It is primarily intended as a straight extension or replacement section for compatible compact 8 × 8in bolt-truss systems.

What is the truss section size?

Approximately:

8 × 8in / 203 × 203mm

What size are the main tubes?

Approximately:

1.25in / 32mm

What standard lengths will DragonEvent offer?

0.5m

1.0m

1.5m

2.0m

2.5m

Can I order another length?

Yes.

Other custom lengths can be produced according to the required finished dimension.

Is this suitable for replacing one damaged truss section?

Yes, if the existing connection system is compatible.

Can I connect it to any 8 × 8in truss?

No.

The bolt layout and connection geometry must also match.

Is this spigot truss?

No.

This product uses a bolted connection system.

Are bolts included?

Connection hardware should be confirmed according to the selected SKU and order package.

Can it be used for DJ lighting?

It can be used within suitable compact DJ and event truss systems when the complete structure and equipment requirements are appropriate.

What is the load capacity?

No universal load figure is provided on this page.

Actual allowable loading depends on the specific truss configuration, span, support arrangement, connections and load positions.