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Description
A cast steel tulip bud railhead, 80 x 46mm, to finish the top of railings and gates. A squat tulip shape: a domed bud and ring on top, a body flaring out into two wide skirts that sweep downwards, and a round ringed foot 20mm across. The price shown is for one railhead, with a minimum order of 10.
Why choose this railhead
Rounded, with no point. The domed bud has no sharp tip, so it suits garden railings and low gates where a spear would be out of place.
A flat foot to weld on. There is no spigot to cut or drill for. The 20mm foot sits on the bar end and welds all round.
Raw steel, ready for your finish. At about 0.12 kg each, it comes as bare steel, so you can weld first, then prime and paint, or galvanise and powder coat the finished panel.
Where it is used
Front garden and boundary railings, side and pedestrian gates, park and churchyard railings, and repairs to existing runs.
Specifications
| What you get | One railhead, minimum order 10 |
|---|---|
| Style | Tulip bud railhead |
| Material | Cast mild steel |
| Finish | Raw, unpainted |
| Height | 80mm overall |
| Width | 46mm at the widest |
| Foot | 20mm round ringed foot, no spigot |
| Weight | About 0.12 kg each |
| Fixing | Weld to the end of the bar or post |
Which bar does it suit?
| Upright on your railing | How it fits |
|---|---|
| 12mm square or round bar | The foot overhangs, weld round it and blend the joint |
| 16mm square or round bar | The foot stands a few mm proud all round, weld round it. A good match |
| 20mm square or round bar | Flush, a clean match |
| 25mm square or round bar | The foot sits inside the bar's edge, weld round it |
How many do you need?
You need one for every bar that rises above the top rail. Divide the run by your bar spacing and round up.
| Run length | 110mm centres | 120mm centres |
|---|---|---|
| 1 metre gate | 10 | 9 |
| 2 metres of railing | 19 | 17 |
| 3 metres of railing | 28 | 25 |
| 5 metres of railing | 46 | 42 |
The head is 46mm across, so check it clears its neighbour at your spacing. 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 |
|---|---|
| This tulip bud railhead, 80 x 46mm | This railhead |
| Ball tip spire railhead, 100 x 20mm | Ball tip spire railhead |
| Ball tip grooved foot spire railhead, 112 x 24mm | Ball tip grooved foot spire railhead |
| Ball on bun foot railhead, 50 x 26mm | Ball on bun foot railhead |
| Slim spire railhead, 113 x 28mm | Slim spire railhead |
| Every railhead shape and size | All railheads |
Fitting and care
Cut every bar to the same height, square the ends and grind them flat. Stand each head on its bar, check it is upright from the front and the side, tack it, then weld all round and dress the joint. A string line across the tips keeps the row level.
Degrease, then prime with a zinc-rich or metal primer before painting. Hot-dip galvanising before powder coating gives the longest life outdoors.
Frequently asked questions
Is the price for one?
Yes, one railhead, with a minimum order of 10. For a larger run, call us for a quantity price.
Is it painted?
No. It is raw steel and will rust if left bare outdoors, so prime and paint it, or galvanise it, once it is welded on.
Is it sharp?
No. The tip is rounded or blunt, so it gives a finished line without a needle point.
Are they all 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 10 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 10 pcs