Connector for slot handrail 42,4mm, Satin, 180°

The Strofix connector for slot handrail 42,4mm, Satin, 180° is a stainless-steel inline connector that joins two Ø42.4 mm slot (glass-top) handrail sections end-to-end in a straight line. It suits a Ø42.4 × 1.5 mm tube and has a low-profile height of h=6 mm. Available in AISI 304 or AISI 316 grade with a satin finish.

A 180° connector splices two straight handrail lengths into a continuous run, without changing direction – the 180° designation means the rail carries straight through. Its low h=6 mm profile keeps the joint discreet along the handrail surface. AISI 304 suits interior and standard exterior installations; AISI 316 contains added molybdenum for higher resistance to chlorides and salt air, making it the choice for coastal and high-humidity environments. It is used with the Ø42.4 mm slot handrail profile in a glass-top handrail system, alongside the range's elbows, end caps, and 90° fittings.

Use cases:

• Extending a Ø42.4 mm slot handrail run in a straight line
• Splicing two handrail lengths into one continuous rail
• Joining handrail sections on long balcony or terrace runs
• Straight inline joint in a glass-top handrail
• Pool and seafront handrail extensions (AISI 316 recommended)

FAQ

What does a 180° connector do?

It joins two handrail sections end-to-end in a straight line, extending a run without changing direction.

What handrail profile does it fit?

The Ø42.4 mm slot (glass-top) handrail profile, sized for a Ø42.4 × 1.5 mm tube.

What is the height of the connector?

The connector has a low-profile height of h=6 mm.

What is the difference between AISI 304 and AISI 316?

AISI 316 contains added molybdenum for higher resistance to chlorides and salt air. Choose AISI 316 for coastal, pool, and high-humidity installations; AISI 304 is sufficient for interiors and standard outdoor conditions.

Where does it fit in the handrail system?

It splices straight handrail lengths, alongside the range's elbows, end caps, and horizontal and vertical 90° fittings.

About Handrails

A handrail is the graspable top rail of a balustrade system, running along the upper edge of railing posts or the top of a glass panel to provide a secure handhold. The handrail profile sits on handrail supports or is fixed directly to the glass via a channel bar, and fittings at each joint – elbows, end caps and axial connectors – allow the rail to follow corners, stair pitches and direction changes.

Strofix supplies handrails and handrail components in two profile systems: a 40×40 mm flat square profile and a Ø42.4 × 15 mm oval (D-shaped) profile for glass-top mounting, both in AISI 304 stainless steel with a satin finish.

The range includes applied handrail lengths (2500 mm), channel bars in AISI 304 and aluminium for glass-top fixing, clamping rubbers for glass thicknesses from 8 to 21.52 mm, end caps, axial fastenings, handrail fittings, horizontal and vertical 90° fittings, and flush adjustable elbows. The correct components depend on handrail profile, mounting method (post-top or glass-top) and the railing layout.