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Description
A tall, flower-shaped railhead with a long trumpet body, for gates and railings that need height and elegance. This railhead is cast steel, 187mm tall and 87mm across, with a ribbed pointed centre leaf, two side petals that sweep out and curl gently up, a long flared trumpet body, a collar 30mm across and a round stub 18mm across and 21mm long. At about 0.52 kg it is a substantial casting. The price shown is for one railhead, with a minimum order of 5.
Why choose this railhead
Height with grace. The long trumpet body lifts the flower head well above the bar, so the railhead adds real height to tall gates and railings while staying light in outline.
A softer shape. The lily outline with curling petals suits cottages, country houses and gardens where a sharp Gothic spear would feel too severe.
Stub base for 18mm to 25mm bar. The 18mm round stub sits on the cut end of the bar and the 30mm collar gives a neat shoulder. There is no spigot hole to drill.
Raw steel, ready for your finish. It comes as bare cast steel, so weld first, then prime and paint, or galvanise and powder coat with the gate.
Where it is used
Driveway and garden gates, tall front railings, country house and cottage railings, and gate posts.
Specifications
| What you get | One railhead, minimum order 5 |
|---|---|
| Style | Tall lily with long trumpet body |
| Material | Cast mild steel |
| Finish | Raw, unpainted |
| Height | 187mm overall |
| Width | 87mm across the side petals |
| Petal tips | 125mm above the base |
| Base | Collar 30mm, round stub 18mm, 21mm long |
| Weight | About 0.52 kg each |
| Fixing | Weld the stub to the top of a bar |
Which bar does it suit?
| Bar on your railing | How the 18mm stub sits |
|---|---|
| 16mm square or round | Stub overhangs about 1mm each side, weld round the bar |
| 18mm or 20mm square or round | Stub is flush or just inside, the best match |
| 25mm square | Stub sits inside the edge, the 30mm collar still overhangs |
| 12mm square or round | Head looks too heavy, choose a lighter railhead |
How many do you need?
| Job | Railheads |
|---|---|
| Two gate posts only | 2, order the minimum of 5 and keep spares |
| 1 metre gate leaf at 120mm centres | 9 |
| Pair of 1.5 metre driveway gates at 120mm centres | 26 |
| 5 metres of railing at 120mm centres | 42 |
The petals are 87mm across, so on every bar allow at least 110mm centres. On stairs, landings and balconies in homes, the gap between bars must not let a 100mm sphere pass through.
Is this the right railhead?
| You want | Choose |
|---|---|
| A tall lily railhead, 187mm | This railhead |
| A wavy flame with curling leaves | 160 x 85mm flame railhead |
| A tall dagger spear with turned neck | 212 x 80mm dagger spear railhead |
| A bold fleur-de-lys for gates | 158 x 93mm fleur-de-lys railhead |
| Every railhead shape and size | All railheads |
Fitting and care
Cut every bar to the same height first, then grind the cut ends flat and clean. Stand each railhead on its bar with the petals facing along the gate, check it is upright from the front and the side, and tack it. Run a string line across the points before welding out.
Clean the weld with a flap disc, degrease, then prime with a zinc-rich or metal primer before painting. Hot-dip galvanising before powder coating gives the longest life on a gate.
Frequently asked questions
Is the price for one railhead?
Yes, it is for one railhead, with a minimum order of 5. For a larger job, call us for a quantity price.
Is it painted?
No. It is raw cast steel and will rust if left bare outdoors, so prime and paint it, or galvanise it, once it is welded on.
Does the stub go into the bar?
No. The stub is solid and sits on top of the cut end of the bar, then you weld round the joint.
Are all the railheads exactly the same?
They are cast from the same pattern, but cast parts vary by a millimetre or two. Set them to a string line when fitting.
Ordering and delivery
Order 5 or more online, with Express UK Delivery to your site and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For a larger job, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm availability and delivery before you order.
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Minimum order 5 pcs