Rope crossbar holder

The Strofix rope crossbar holder is an AISI 304 stainless-steel through-hole wire rope guide designed for Ø42.4 mm railing post tubes. The holder accepts wire ropes up to a maximum diameter of Ø6 mm and has a 22 mm body diameter (D) and 20 mm height (h). Supplied in satin finish with screwing elements included.

The rope crossbar holder mounts onto the Ø42.4 mm post tube and provides a through-bore guide point for the wire rope. The 22 mm body diameter and 20 mm height match the standard crossbar holder dimensions in the Strofix railing range, giving this fitting a visual presence consistent with solid-bar crossbar holders. This makes it suitable for railing systems that mix wire rope infill with solid bar infill, where a uniform holder appearance across both infill types is desired. The maximum rope diameter of Ø6 mm covers the full Strofix wire rope range (Ø4, Ø5, and Ø6 mm). 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 guide on Ø42.4 mm railing post tubes where a standard-body holder is preferred
• Mixed wire rope and solid bar railing infill systems requiring a uniform holder appearance
• Balcony and terrace railing cable infill with Ø42.4 mm round posts
• Staircase balustrade wire rope infill where visual consistency with bar holders is important
• Commercial and residential wire rope railing systems with round post tubes

FAQ:

What post tube diameter does this holder fit?

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

What is the maximum wire rope diameter?

The holder accepts wire ropes up to a maximum of Ø6 mm (d max = 6 mm). This covers all Strofix stainless-steel wire ropes (Ø4, Ø5, and Ø6 mm).

How does this differ from the compact rope crossbar holder?

Both mount on Ø42.4 mm post tubes and accept up to Ø6 mm rope. This holder has a larger body (D = 22 mm, h = 20 mm) that matches the standard crossbar holder dimensions in the Strofix range. The compact rope crossbar holder (D = 14 mm, L = 18 mm) is smaller and more minimal. Choose the larger body when visual consistency with solid-bar crossbar holders is important, or the compact version when a minimal profile is preferred.

What are the body dimensions?

The holder has a 22 mm body diameter (D) and 20 mm height (h).

Are screwing elements included?

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

What steel grade and finish is used?

The holder is manufactured from AISI 304 stainless steel with a satin finish. AISI 304 is suitable for standard interior and exterior installations.

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.