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Description
A solid 80mm forged steel ball, the classic finial for 75mm gate posts, balustrade newels and bollards. This sphere is 80mm across, about the size of a large orange, forged from mild steel and solid all the way through, with a lightly textured forged surface and no hole. Weld it to a cap plate on a post for a strong, rounded top. Each ball weighs about 2.14 kg. The price shown is for one sphere, with a minimum order of 5.
Why choose this sphere
Made for 75mm posts. An 80mm ball sits just proud of a 75mm square post, the most common gate post size, giving a neat, traditional finish.
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 has no point to catch hands or clothing on a front path, terrace or stair.
Easy to weld. Mild steel welds cleanly with MIG, TIG or stick, and at 2.14 kg it sits steady on a cap plate while you tack it.
Where it is used
Front garden and pedestrian gate posts, terrace and balcony balustrade newels, staircase newel posts, bollards and barrier posts, and garden structures and fire baskets.
Specifications
| What you get | One sphere, minimum order 5 |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 80mm |
| Construction | Solid forged, no hole |
| Material | Mild steel |
| Finish | Raw, unpainted forged surface |
| Weight | About 2.14 kg each |
| Fixing | Weld on |
Which post does it suit?
| Post you are topping | How the 80mm ball looks and fits |
|---|---|
| 40mm to 50mm post | A bold, top-heavy look, weld a cap plate first |
| 60mm to 75mm post | A balanced finial, the usual choice |
| 100mm post or bollard | Slightly small, sit it on a stepped cap plate |
| 120mm post or larger | Looks small, choose a 100mm to 125mm sphere |
Is this the right sphere?
| You want | Choose |
|---|---|
| A solid 80mm ball, no hole | This sphere |
| A smaller solid ball | 70mm solid sphere |
| A larger solid ball | 90mm solid sphere |
| A lighter 80mm ball | 80mm hollow sphere |
| An 80mm half ball dome | 80mm 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 80mm sphere, with a minimum order of 5.
Is it solid or hollow?
Solid forged steel all the way through, about 2.14 kg. A hollow 80mm 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 or post.
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