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Description
A solid 70mm forged steel ball, a handsome weld-on finial for handrail posts, gate posts and garden arches. This sphere is 70mm across, a little bigger than a tennis ball, forged from mild steel and solid all the way through, with a lightly textured forged surface and no hole. Weld it onto the top of a post or upright for a strong, rounded finish. Each ball weighs about 1.36 kg. The price shown is for one sphere, with a minimum order of 5.
Why choose this sphere
The handrail post size. A 70mm ball sits in proportion on 50mm to 60mm square or round posts, the usual size for external handrails, gate posts and garden structures.
Solid, not hollow. It will not dent or fill with water, and you can grind the weld smooth without breaking through a shell.
Rounded and safe. A ball top gives a hand-friendly finish at the bottom of steps and on gate posts people grab.
Easy to weld. Mild steel welds cleanly with MIG, TIG or stick, and at 1.36 kg it sits steady while you tack it.
Where it is used
External handrail and newel posts, gate posts and fence end posts, garden arches, pergolas and obelisks, balustrade corners, and garden furniture and fire baskets.
Specifications
| What you get | One sphere, minimum order 5 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 70mm |
| Construction | Solid forged, no hole |
| Material | Mild steel |
| Finish | Raw, unpainted forged surface |
| Weight | About 1.36 kg each |
| Fixing | Weld on |
Which post does it suit?
| Post you are topping | How the 70mm ball looks and fits |
|---|---|
| 25mm to 40mm post or bar | A bold, top-heavy look, weld round the joint |
| 50mm to 60mm post | A balanced finial, the usual choice; weld a cap plate on box section first |
| 75mm post | Fine, sit it on a stepped cap plate |
| 100mm post or larger | Looks small, choose a 90mm to 120mm sphere |
Is this the right sphere?
| You want | Choose |
|---|---|
| A solid 70mm ball, no hole | This sphere |
| A smaller solid ball | 60mm solid sphere |
| A larger solid ball | 80mm solid sphere |
| A lighter 70mm ball | 70mm hollow sphere |
| A 70mm half ball dome | 70mm hollow hemisphere |
| Every sphere and hemisphere | All spheres and hemispheres |
Fitting and care
Weld a flat cap plate on box section posts and grind it clean. Sit the ball in the centre on a washer or short ring of tube so it cannot roll, check it is centred from the front and the side, tack it in three places and weld round. On a run of posts, set a string line across the tops so every ball sits at the same height.
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 sphere?
Yes, it is for one 70mm sphere, with a minimum order of 5.
Is it solid or hollow?
Solid forged steel all the way through, about 1.36 kg. A hollow 70mm sphere is also available if you need less weight.
Does it have a hole?
No. It is a plain ball that you weld on top of a cap plate, post or bar.
Is it perfectly smooth?
No. It has a forged surface with light texture. Paint hides most of it, or you can flap-disc it smoother before painting.
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.
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