Rope bar holder

The Strofix rope bar holder is an AISI 304 stainless-steel wire rope fitting designed for Ø42.4 mm railing post tubes. The holder accepts wire ropes or bars up to a maximum diameter of Ø8 mm and has a 14 mm body diameter (D). The fitting has two length dimensions — L1 = 62 mm and L2 = 32 mm — indicating an offset or stepped profile. Supplied in satin finish with screwing elements included.

The rope bar holder mounts onto the Ø42.4 mm post tube and provides a guide point through which the wire rope or bar passes. The maximum Ø8 mm bore diameter is larger than the standard Ø6 mm bore on other Strofix rope holders, accommodating thicker wire ropes or small-diameter solid bars. The dual-length profile (L1 = 62 mm, L2 = 32 mm) provides a mounting configuration that differs from the single-length rope holders in the range. AISI 304 stainless steel is suitable for standard interior and exterior railing installations.

The satin finish provides a uniform appearance that matches other Strofix railing and wire rope system components.

Use cases:

• Wire rope or small-bar guide on Ø42.4 mm railing post tubes
• Railing systems using Ø6–8 mm wire ropes or bars requiring a wider bore than standard holders
• Balcony and terrace railing cable or bar infill with Ø42.4 mm round posts
• Staircase balustrade infill where a stepped-profile fitting is required
• Commercial and residential wire rope railing systems with round post tubes

FAQ:

What is the maximum rope or bar diameter?

The holder accepts wire ropes or bars up to a maximum of Ø8 mm (d max = 8 mm). This is larger than the Ø6 mm maximum on other Strofix rope holders, making it suitable for thicker ropes or small-diameter solid bars.

What post tube diameter does this holder fit?

The rope bar holder is designed for Ø42.4 mm railing post tubes. This is the standard post tube diameter in Strofix railing systems.

What do the two length dimensions mean?

The spec table lists L1 = 62 mm and L2 = 32 mm. These two dimensions describe the offset or stepped profile of the fitting, which differs from the single overall length (L) listed on other rope holders in the range.

What are the body dimensions?

The holder has a 14 mm body diameter (D), with L1 = 62 mm and L2 = 32 mm.

How does this differ from the other Ø42.4 mm rope holders?

The rope bar holder has a Ø8 mm maximum bore (vs Ø6 mm on other rope holders) and a dual-length stepped profile (L1 = 62, L2 = 32 mm) instead of a single overall length. Use this holder when the infill diameter exceeds Ø6 mm or when the stepped mounting profile is needed for the specific railing configuration.

Are screwing elements included?

Yes. Screwing elements are included for securing the holder to the Ø42.4 mm post tube.

About Wire Rope Systems

A wire rope system is a stainless-steel cable infill for balustrades, where horizontal tensioned ropes run between railing posts to form a lightweight, open barrier. The thin cables maintain visibility and airflow while providing fall protection on balconies, terraces, decks and staircases.

Strofix supplies all components for wire rope balustrades: a Ø4 mm stainless-steel rope in AISI 316 (available in 25 m and 50 m lengths), rope holders that clamp the cable to the post, rope crossbar holders, rope bar holders, and railing terminals that anchor the cable end at the first and last post.

The holders and terminals are supplied in AISI 304 stainless steel with a satin finish, designed for Ø42.4 mm round pipe posts and flat surfaces. The correct component selection depends on post type, the number of cable runs and the total railing length.