Stainless Steel Handrail Cable
Stainless steel handrail cable is a railing system that uses stainless steel as the main component. It consists of stainless steel cables, support columns and fixing accessories. It not only provides structural support and safety protection, but is also popular for its modern and simple appearance. Stainless steel cable railings are widely used in residential, commercial buildings, public facilities. Wanzhi Steel provides 304 or 316 cable materials, 36″ or 42″Railing Height, 33.7/38.1/42.4/48.3/50.8mm round tube size for you to choose from. We also have railing styles made of aluminum, brass, WPC, iron, galvanized steel, and cast iron. All sizes are customizable. If you are interested, please contact us.
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Stainless steel handrail cable Specification
| Item | Stainless steel handrail cable |
| Project Solution Capability | graphic design, 3D model design, total solution for projects, Cross Categories Consolidation |
| Position | Bridge Railings / Handrails, Deck Railings / Porch Railings / Stair Railings /Glass balustrade |
| Installation | DIY Install |
| Material | 304, 316 Stainless steel or zinc alloy |
| OEM&ODM | Available |
| Wire size | 3-40mm(1/8 inch-3/8 inch) |
| Surface finish | Stain Brush Finish (hairline Finish) |
| Railing height | 850-1200mm for glass (36″ or 42″) |
| Application | Deck, balcony, stairs |
| Color | Black or Nickel, White or Brushed, or Mirror |
| Mode of transport | UPS / FedEx / by sea LCL. FCL / by truck / by air |
Note:
Cable diameter: Common ones are 1/8 inch (about 3.2 mm), 3/16 inch (about 4.8 mm), 1/4 inch (about 6.4 mm), 5/16 inch (about 7.94mm), 3/8 inch (about 9.53mm)
Support structure: It can be wood, metal, or other materials. Stainless steel is the most commonly used material because it matches the cable material and has a consistent visual effect.
Installation spacing: The spacing between cables is usually 3 inches (about 7.6 cm) or less to prevent children or pets from passing through.
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Stainless Railing specifications
| Item | Stainless Railing (Support structure) |
| Cable railing shape | Round /square/D type |
| Round railing | 38.1mm、42.4mm、50.8mm、60.3mm |
| Square railing | 40*40 mm 50*50 |
| Pipe Thickness | 1.2mm to 2.0mm |
| For glass thickness | 10-16mm |
| Material | 304、316、Aluminum |
| Surface | Black/white/brushed/mirror/grey.etc |
| Install | Top mounted、Side mounted |
| If you need customization, welcome to contact us! | |
Advantages
Aesthetics: Simple design, transparent appearance, providing a sense of openness and transparency.
Durability: Stainless steel has excellent corrosion resistance and rust resistance, and maintains a long life in various climates.
High strength: Stainless steel cable railings can withstand large tension and pressure, ensuring stable safety protection.
Flexibility: DIY installation supports flexible combinations of support columns and cables, regardless of whether it is a complex space requirement.
Low maintenance: Stainless steel handrail cable requires almost no maintenance, only regular cleaning is required.
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Uses
Residential: Used for balconies, stairs, terraces, and courtyards, providing safety protection without blocking the view.
Business buildings: Suitable for indoor and outdoor railings in office buildings, hotels, restaurants, libraries, and other places to enhance the overall aesthetics.
Outdoor public facilities: Public places such as parks, squares, bridges, etc., provide safety protection without affecting the landscape.
Ships and docks: Due to their corrosion resistance, stainless steel cable railings are also commonly used for guardrails on decks and docks.
| Cable diameter | Applicable scenarios | Applications |
| 1/8″ | The most popular diameters for residential railings | Horizontal railing, vertical railing use |
| 3/16″, 1/4″ | The most common sizes for commercial railings | High security residential railing, commercial railing |
| 5/16″, 3/8″ | Common sizes for gravity installations | Anywhere a visually rugged appearance is required |
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Recommended Metal Frame Styles
Double End Post Construction
Use 2″x1″x.120″ or 3″x1″x.120″ structural steel posts with stainless steel spacers.
Use 2″x1″ or 3″x1″ top and bottom rails and intermediate posts (if applicable).
2″X 2″X 1/4″ Wall Structural Steel End Post Construction
Use 2″x1″ top and bottom cross members (if applicable).
Even if the end posts are 2″x2″x.250″, the intermediate posts can be 2″x1″x.120″ to minimize the bulkiness of the frame.
Tube and Round Steel Pipe Posts
Use 1-1/4″, 1-1/2″ or 2″ standard pipe.
You need at least Schedule 80 pipes for your end posts.
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Coated Cables
PVC coatings have UV inhibitors, and if exposed to sunlight for a long time, they will gradually fade, harden, crack, and peel, which is not conducive to cleaning. Therefore, for outdoor environments, stainless steel cables are smooth to the touch, will not wear, and can be used in outdoor environments without coating.
If you use it indoors and have a limited budget, you can consider coated cables.
Price
1. Material cost: The price of stainless steel cable is about $1-3 per foot, depending on the diameter and material.
2. Support Structure: Stainless steel posts cost about $50-200 each, depending on the material and design.
3. Installation Cost: Installation costs are usually calculated per linear foot, about $20-50/foot.
4. Total Cost: For a moderately complex residential project, the total cost of stainless steel cable railings may range from $50-150 per linear foot.
If you need help, we will design a plan for you based on your application or drawings and calculate the exact price.
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Purchase Tips
1. Identify core performance requirements: Prioritize corrosion resistance. Choose 316L stainless steel for coastal or humid environments, and 304 stainless steel for dry indoor environments. Select a grade with a tensile strength appropriate for the load capacity of the handrail.
2. Inspect the structure and workmanship: Check the number of strands in the cable (e.g., 6 strands + 1 core for greater stability), the tightness of the wire arrangement, and the quality of the surface and joints.
3. Verify quality certifications: Choose suppliers certified to ISO9001 and ASTM standards. Require mechanical property test reports (e.g., breaking strength and elongation) to ensure compliance with applicable standards.
4. Installation and appearance: Choose an appropriate diameter based on the handrail design (8-12mm is common). For aesthetics, choose a polished or brushed finish. Accessories such as clips and mounting brackets can be purchased as a set.
5. Prefer reliable suppliers: Wanzhi Steel, for example, offers advanced production equipment, strict quality control, customized services, and after-sales service guarantees, helping you avoid purchasing cheap, low-quality products.
Stainless Steel Handrail Cable Manufacturer – Wanzhi Steel
The durability, safety, and aesthetics of stainless steel handrail cables directly determine the long-term value of a handrail system. Whether it’s a home balcony, a commercial staircase, or an outdoor landscape handrail, only high-quality products can maintain superior performance. Choosing the right high-quality supplier is crucial to ensuring product quality. Experienced manufacturers like Wanzhi Steel are a reliable choice, ensuring every handrail cable application is safe and long-lasting.
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Why choose Wanzhi Steel?
Advanced Machinery
Equipped with fully automatic CNC stranding machines, rope closing machines, and intelligent heat treatment production lines, we ensure precise product structure, consistent strength, and stable performance, laying a solid foundation for high-quality production.
Flexible Customization
We support customized requirements for a variety of materials (304/316/316L), structures (7×7, 7×19, 6×36, etc.), and sizes, and can quickly respond to special surface treatment, specifications, and packaging requirements.
Fast and Reliable Delivery
Leveraging our large-scale production capacity and efficient supply chain management system, we maintain ample inventory for standard products and flexible scheduling for custom orders, ensuring on-time delivery and effectively maintaining customer project progress.
Price Competitiveness
Integrating the entire chain from raw material procurement, production, processing, and sales, we optimize cost control, offering highly competitive prices while ensuring quality, and offering outstanding value for money.
Strict Quality Assurance
Equipped with testing equipment such as spectrometers, tensile testing machines, and salt spray test chambers, we conduct multiple inspections on raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products to ensure that performance and corrosion resistance meet standards.
Wanzhi Steel is an ISO 9001-certified steel factory located in Hebei, China. It has been specializing in the production of SS wire rope mesh, cyclone mesh, perforated stainless steel sheets, Vinyl Coated Chain Link Fence, Stainless Steel Handrail Cable, and Stainless Steel Cable, with a monthly output of 1,800 tons. With high-quality products and good services, its products have been exported to more than 120 countries around the world.
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