Modern Deck Railing Ideas
October 21, 2024
Easy Installations With DIY Cable Assemblies and Quick Connect Cable Rail Fittings Quick Connect fittings are a simple and cost effective way to install a wide variety of cable railing systems. If you are a do it yourselfer or a contractor that doesn’t want to purchase or use special swaging equipment, self locking cable rail fittings may be the answer. A locking mechanism inside the fitting allows the installer to simply cut the cable and insert it into the fitting. This inner jaw allows the cable to travel only one direction and locking it in the other. The ease of installation provided by these fittings does not sacrifice any connection strength. They are tested up to the breaking strength of the stainless cable which can exceed 1800 lbs. for one 1/8″ strand. This level of strength and safety is unmatched by railing members of standard wood picket and composite balustrade railings. Quick connect cable rail fittings are sleek and attractive and do not require any crimping equipment or special tools. Additionally, if a cable is cut too long, the fittings can be released with a simple tool. Hand crimping cable railing can be effective, however crimping introduces the possibility of bending or damaging a cable rail fitting. It is not the most attractive or the strongest way to attach cable and hardware. All of our stainless steel cable assemblies utilize type 316 marine grade stainless cable for a high level of corrosion resistance. DIY cable assemblies include all of the necessary hardware and instructions for installation. Our cable assembly options offer compatible solutions for deck railings, interior cable railings, stairways, surface mounting, and hardware for both wooden and steel posts. We recommend using an approved stainless steel cable cutter when cutting architectural braided rigid stainless cable. If you have questions about which DIY cable assembly is right for your particular application; call one of our cable railing professionals at 844-277-7327 or use the online quote request.
