Architectural Cable Railing

Architectural cable railing hardware includes terminals, tensioners, turnbuckles, sleeves, gate fittings and mounting components used to connect and tension wire rope in railing and other architectural cable systems. Each part must match the cable, thread and installation method.

Swageless fittings assemble mechanically without a powered swaging machine and are convenient for field installation. Swage fittings are permanently compressed onto wire rope with a correctly sized hand or machine swager. Follow the exact fitting and cable instructions.

Hand-swage fittings are designed for a compatible manual swaging tool and usually use multiple controlled compressions. Machine-swage fittings require dedicated powered equipment and the specified dies. Never substitute one process for another unless the manufacturer permits it.

Opposing thread directions allow a turnbuckle or tensioning body to draw both ends inward as it rotates. Match every replacement stud or terminal to the correct left- or right-hand thread before assembly.

UNC is a coarse thread series and UNF is a fine thread series. Parts with the same nominal diameter but different pitch are not compatible. Confirm diameter, pitch, direction and engagement length on the product page.

Eyes connect to pins or compatible shackles, jaws straddle an attachment point and secure with a pin, toggles allow articulation, and studs pass through or thread into a compatible mounting point. Select for the actual anchor geometry and permitted load direction.

Confirm the cable diameter, construction, material and terminal compatibility. Swage dimensions and tool or die requirements are specific; a fitting that appears to fit may not develop the required holding strength.

No. Guardrail height, opening limits, loads, post spacing, cable tension and attachment requirements vary by jurisdiction and project. Use the product's published data and have the complete system checked against local building codes and engineering requirements.

Rinse coastal contamination with fresh water, clean deposits with a stainless-compatible product and inspect cable, terminals, threads, pins and anchor points regularly. Correct loss of tension and replace damaged, distorted or severely corroded parts.