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CABLERAIL BY FEENEY®

Metal Frame Requirements

Railing frames need to be designed and built strong enough to support the tension of properly installed cables, which is a load in excess of 300
lbs for each cable. Here are some basic guidelines to help you properly prepare your railing frames. These guidelines apply whether you are
using 1/8'', 3/16'' or 1/4'' cable.
Minimum sizes for all corner and end posts
All other posts should be sized as required for cap rail support strength or for code

FLAT BAR ANGLE IRON EXTRA STRONG PIPE SQUARE TUBE
2" wide, 1" thick 2" wide, 1/2" thick 1-1/2" ID, 1-7/8" OD 2" wide, 1/4" wall
The Basic Frame Design
Spacing From Walls:
Set end posts 3 to 4 inches away from the Cap Rail:
house/wall face to allow access for attaching Always include a strong, rigid IMPOR TANT NOT E
cable end fittings. cap rail that is securely fastened
to all posts. Cap size is based on For railings we recommend
End Posts: load strength needs and local spacing the cables no more
Use minimum end post sizes noted above, code requirements. than 3 inches apart and
and securely bolt or screw to joists or deck Set railing height per placing posts or vertical
surface. local code. members no more than 3
feet apart.
Cable
Please note that since
STAINLESS & CABLE RAILING Spacing: building codes vary by
Maximum 3
state, county and city, our
inches apart.
recommendations may
requirements in all areas.
MAX. 3 FEET not comply with code
Maximum Post Spacing: Intermediate Double Corner Posts: Always consult with your
Space all posts and vertical Posts: If possible use double corner posts to allow the cable local building department
spacers (see following page) Size all intermediate to run continuously through the corners without before starting your project.
a maximum of 3 feet apart to posts as required for terminating (see corner post option on following page).
minimize any deflection that cap rail support Securely bolt or screw posts to joists or deck surface
may occur if the cables are ever strength or for code. and use minimum corner post sizes noted above.
forced apart.

CABLE ASSEMBLY CARE & MAINTENANCE
The protective chromium oxide film on the surface of stainless steel
gives it superior corrosion resistance. Properly maintained stainless steel
provides excellent luster, strength, and durability. In most applications
stainless steel will not rust or stain even after many years of service, but it
is NOT rust or stain proof. When stainless comes in contact with chloride
salts, sulfides, or other rusting metals, it can dis color or even rust and
corrode. With proper care and maintenance, however, stain less steel can
remain beautiful and functional for years to come.

• Clean stainless with soap and warm water. Never clean with mineral
acids or bleaches.
• Never use coarse abrasives like sand paper or steel wool on stainless.
Use synthetic Scotch pads instead.
• Never leave stainless in contact with iron, steel, or other metals.
This can cause rust spots or corrosion.
• Always remove stains or rust spots as soon as possible with either soap
and water or a brass, silver, stainless, or chrome cleaner.
• Periodically inspect cable assemblies for proper tension and re-tension
as necessary. This is important.

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