Rope crossbar holder

The Strofix rope crossbar holder is an AISI 304 stainless-steel compact 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 14 mm body diameter (D) and 18 mm overall length (L). Supplied in satin finish with screwing elements included.

The rope crossbar holder provides a minimal, low-profile guide point on the Ø42.4 mm post tube through which the wire rope passes. The compact 14 × 18 mm profile keeps the fitting close to the post surface, creating a less visually prominent guide compared to the larger rope holder (D = 19 mm, L = 130 mm) in the same range. 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:

• Compact wire rope guide on Ø42.4 mm railing post tubes for balcony and terrace railings
• Minimal-profile intermediate post fitting for wire rope infill systems
• Staircase balustrade cable infill where a low-profile guide is preferred
• Commercial and residential wire rope railing systems with round post tubes
• Multi-line wire rope infill where multiple holders per post require a compact footprint

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 larger rope holder for Ø42.4 mm?

Both mount on Ø42.4 mm post tubes and accept up to Ø6 mm rope. The rope crossbar holder is much more compact (D = 14 mm, L = 18 mm) compared to the larger rope holder (D = 19 mm, L = 130 mm). The compact size makes it less visually prominent and better suited to installations with multiple rope lines per post, where space between fittings is limited.

What are the body dimensions?

The holder has a 14 mm body diameter (D) and 18 mm overall length (L). This is one of the most compact fittings in the Strofix Wire Rope System range.

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.