{"product_id":"316-adjustable-heavy-duty-post-top-support-48-3-x-2-6mm","title":"316 Stainless Steel Adjustable Heavy Duty Post-Top Handrail Support for 48.3 x 2.6mm Post, 48.3mm Rail","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA heavy duty 316 stainless support that sits on top of a 48.3 x 2.6mm post and carries a 48.3mm handrail up a stair or ramp.\u003c\/strong\u003e A knurled spigot presses into the top of the post, a 5mm cap the same size as the post finishes it flush, and a solid stem flares up to a curved saddle on an M6 pivot that fits the underside of the rail. The thick flared stem is stiffer than a slim stem support and gives a solid, architectural look on post-and-rail balustrades. Satin 316 is the right grade outdoors, by the sea and around pools. The price shown is for one support, with a minimum order of 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:16px 0\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/316-adjustable-heavy-duty-post-top-support-48mm-dimension-drawing.jpg?width=1200\" alt=\"Dimension drawing of the 316 adjustable heavy duty post-top support for 48.3 x 2.6mm post: 15mm knurled spigot 43.3mm over the knurl, 5mm cap 48.3mm across, 68mm from the cap to the top of the saddle, saddle 64 x 24mm with two 6.5mm holes at 43mm\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;max-width:760px;height:auto;margin:0 auto\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne support, minimum order 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupport\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnurled spigot, cap, flared solid stem and curved saddle on an M6 pivot, 316 stainless, satin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSaddle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurved to sit under a 48.3mm round rail, with two screw holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNot included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe post, the handrail and the screws into the rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose this support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTilts to the stair pitch.\u003c\/strong\u003e The saddle turns on an M6 pivot screw, so it lies flat under a raking rail on stairs and ramps; tighten the screw once the rail is set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy duty.\u003c\/strong\u003e The stem is solid and flares out to the full width of the post, so it is far stiffer than a slim stem support and keeps a long rail run feeling firm under the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade for 2.6mm wall posts.\u003c\/strong\u003e The knurled spigot is sized for the 43.1mm bore of 48.3 x 2.6mm tube, so it presses in tight and grips without packing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA neat, flush post top.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5mm cap is the same 48.3mm as the post, so the top of each post is closed off cleanly with no step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e316 for exposed sites.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade 316 resists salt and chlorine much better than 304, so it suits outdoor ramps, promenades, pool surrounds and coastal buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it is used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePost-and-rail handrails in public buildings, schools and colleges, on external access ramps and steps, on seafront promenades and around swimming pools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e316 stainless steel, satin finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.3mm post with a 2.6mm wall (43.1mm bore), 48.3mm round handrail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpigot\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15mm long, knurled, 43.3mm over the knurl (43mm core)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCap\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm thick, 48.3mm across\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCap to top of saddle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSaddle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64 x 24mm, curved, tilting, two 6.5mm holes 43mm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 0.19 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this the right support?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYour situation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChoose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.3 x 2.6mm post, stair or ramp, 316\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis adjustable support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.3 x 2.0mm post, stair or ramp, 316\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/adjustable-handrail-support-48-3mm-1\"\u003e316 adjustable heavy duty support 48.3 x 2.0mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.3 x 2.6mm post, level run, 316\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-handrail-support-48-3mm-tube\"\u003e316 heavy duty support 48.3 x 2.6mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.3 x 2.6mm post, indoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/premium-adjustable-rail-support-48-3mm-1\"\u003e304 adjustable heavy duty support 48.3 x 2.6mm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the post first: the knurled spigot is made for 48.3mm tube with a 2.6mm wall, and it will not fit other wall thicknesses properly. Cut the post square and deburr the inside, then tap the support into the post with a soft mallet until the cap sits down on the post. For extra security it can be bonded with a structural adhesive made for stainless steel, or welded. Lay the rail on the saddles, let each saddle tilt to the line of the rail and tighten the M6 pivot screw, then fix the rail to each saddle with short screws from below into pre-drilled holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutdoors, rinse with fresh water and wipe along the grain every few weeks, more often near the sea or a pool. Use warm soapy water; avoid chlorine bleach, wire wool and scouring pads, which can mark the satin finish and leave the steel open to staining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the price for one support?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, one support. You need one on each post, and the minimum order is 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it fit other 48.3mm posts?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly tube with a 2.6mm wall. Other wall thicknesses have a different bore and the spigot will not fit properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the saddle tilt?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it turns on an M6 pivot to follow a stair or ramp pitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre the rail screws included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Use short stainless screws, from below, into pre-drilled holes in the rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering and delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder 3 or more online with Express UK Delivery and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. For a full post-and-rail balustrade, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm the parts and delivery before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63254266052995,"sku":"SSHF-961667-01","price":26.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/316-adjustable-heavy-duty-post-top-support-48mm-in-use.jpg?v=1794138003","url":"https:\/\/industrialsuppliesco.co.uk\/products\/316-adjustable-heavy-duty-post-top-support-48-3-x-2-6mm","provider":"industrialsuppliesco.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}