{"product_id":"estate-fencing-ball-top-post-60mm-box-section","title":"Ball Top Fence Post, 60mm Box Section with 80mm Solid Ball, Self Colour Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 60mm box section fence post capped with an 80mm solid steel ball, for the corner, end and gate posts of estate and garden railings.\u003c\/strong\u003e The square cap plate and big ball give the post presence at the points that need it, where a run turns, stops or hangs a gate. It is supplied self colour, raw steel, so you can weld rails or gate brackets to it before painting or galvanising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"margin:16px 0\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/estate-fencing-ball-top-post-dimension-drawing.jpg?width=1200\" alt=\"Dimension drawing of the ball top post: 80mm solid steel ball on a square cap plate, 60mm box section post\" 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\u003eWhy this post\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavier where it counts.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 60mm box section is far stiffer than a flat bar post, so it takes the pull of a gate or the tension at the end of a run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA proper finial.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 80mm solid ball sits on a square cap plate, the traditional estate railing finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeld what you need.\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw steel takes welds cleanly, so rail ends, hinge brackets and latch keeps can go exactly where your job needs them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorner, end or gate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single post type covers the three places a run needs something stronger, so the ball tops line up all the way round a boundary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish it your way.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is supplied raw, so it can be painted black to match traditional railings or galvanised after welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it is used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorner, end and gate posts in estate and parkland railings, garden and driveway railings, and as feature posts at entrances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePost\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 x 60mm square hollow box section\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare cap plate with an 80mm solid steel ball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelf colour (raw steel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFixing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelding is needed to attach rails or brackets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 11.2 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNot published\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall length and wall thickness are not published for this line; call us for them before ordering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the right post\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYou want\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChoose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA corner, end or gate post with a ball top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine posts for a traditional rail run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/estate-fencing-post-decorative-top-16mm-round-rails\"\u003edecorative top flat bar post\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/estate-fencing-post-flat-top-16mm-round-rails\"\u003eflat top flat bar post\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/16mm-mild-steel-round-bar\"\u003e16mm round bar, 3m lengths\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mild-steel-flat-bar-3000mm\"\u003e25 x 8mm flat bar, 3m lengths\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanised panels that need no posts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/estate-fencing-panel-1m-galvanised-16mm-round-bar\"\u003e1m galvanised estate fencing panel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanning a run with ball top posts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse these posts where the fence changes direction, where it stops, and either side of a gate. Fit plainer flat bar posts along the straights between them, and let the ball tops mark out the corners and the entrance. Set the height of every ball top post from a single string line so the balls run level, and weld rail ends or hinge brackets on while the steel is still bare, so that the paint or galvanising covers the welds. Check the overall length with us before you plan your footings, because it is not published for this line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the post in concrete, plumb, and let it cure before hanging a gate. Weld on rail ends or hinge brackets, clean the welds, then prime and paint, or have the post galvanised. Touch up the paint each spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow long is the post?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe length is not published for this line. Call us on 01744 520 110 and we will confirm it before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I have to weld it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, to fix rails or brackets to it. It has no holes or fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it galvanised?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is raw steel. Paint it or have it galvanised after welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it hang a gate?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is designed for use as a gate post, with hinge brackets welded on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich rails can I fix to it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAny steel rail you can weld, including the 16mm round bar and 25 x 8mm flat bar in this range. Weld the rail ends directly to the post.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the ball come separately?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The 80mm solid ball and square cap plate come fitted to the post.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering and delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder online with Express UK Delivery and same-day dispatch on orders before 2pm, Monday to Friday. Because of the weight and length of this post, additional carriage charges may apply. For a full run of fencing, call 01744 520 110 or email sales@industrialsuppliesco.co.uk and we will confirm availability and delivery to your site before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Industrial Supplies Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63253082079619,"sku":"SSHF-836227-01","price":195.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/3002\/8778\/files\/estate-fencing-ball-top-post-in-use.jpg?v=1794100487","url":"https:\/\/industrialsuppliesco.co.uk\/products\/estate-fencing-ball-top-post-60mm-box-section","provider":"industrialsuppliesco.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}