Popular Turnbuckle Choices for Cable Railings

Cable Industries carries a wide variety of turnbuckle styles for use in commercial, residential and industrial cable railing systems. Because specific turnbuckles work best for different applications, below are some of our best-selling turnbuckles and their recommended usage.

Classic Jaw and Swage Turnbuckle

The Classic Jaw and Swage Turnbuckle is an excellent choice for straight runs or at an angle. A clevis pin in the jaw attaches to eyes, tabs or in a channel. It is best if used with a Toggle Jaw.

Classic Deck Toggle and Swage Turnbuckle

The Classic Deck Toggle and Swage Turnbuckle can be mounted on any flat surface and is held in place by two tabs suitable for through bolting. The deck toggle can articulate 140 degrees. Best if used with a Deck Terminal.

Classic Button and Swage Turnbuckle

The Classic Button and Swage Turnbuckle has a clean simple look with no jaw. It must be used on a straight run and attached in a through hole with the button on the backside of the baluster. Best if used with a Button Terminal.

Classic Ball End and Swage Turnbuckle

The Classic Ball End and Swage Turnbuckle is made to accept the angles of stairways. The Ball End allows the turnbuckle to integrate itself to your desired angle. The ball allows this turnbuckle to gimbal in its mount. Best if used with a Ball End Terminal.

Classic Swage to Swage Turnbuckle

Appearing in the middle of the cable, the Classic Swage to Swage Turnbuckle needs a fitting at each end to make a complete assembly. You need to use three fittings per cable run, but it makes for a distinctive look. Best if used with a Toggle Jaw.

If you would like more information or a quote for custom cable assemblies, please call our Sales Representative at 844-947-3767 (WireRope) or email us at CustomCable@CableInd.com.

Requirements for Outside Cable Deck Railings

It’s time to refinish that outside deck for the summer months. Are you wondering whether you should tear down that old wood railing and replace it with something modern that is easy to maintain? Stainless steel cable is a good choice because it offers outstanding strength, luster, and durability and is resistant to rust and stains.

Following is a checklist of requirements when designing/selecting a cable railing system.

1. Check with your local building department. There are code requirements for spacing of space posts and vertical/horizontal cable.
2. Posts/Framework can be made out of round pipe, square tube, angle iron, flat bar, or wood. Do NOT use aluminum because it is too soft for cable railings. End posts need to be able to support 350 lbs. per the number of cables. (See Diagram 1)
3. Select the cable size. For residential areas the most popular and economical option is to use 1/8” cable size. Commercial areas should use either 3/16” or 1/4” since they are designed for durable, high traffic areas.
4. Select the fittings. Fittings comprise of an adjustable threaded terminal and a locking connector end fitting that will support the tension of the cable (see Diagram 2). Note: Cable assemblies should only be fabricated by a wire rope fabricator (Ex: WiscoLift).
5. Select hardware accessories. There are many options to customize the look of your railings such as end caps that either blend in or accent your post color. For angled stairs, use stainless steel beveled washers to provide a flat surface.

DIAGRAM 1

DIAGRAM 2

For more information on custom cable assemblies for your cable railing project, email us at customcable@cableind.com or call us at 844-WireRope.