Rope holder

The Strofix rope holder is a stainless-steel guide fitting with a Ø6 mm bore designed to accept wire ropes from Ø4 to Ø6 mm in wire rope railing and balustrade infill systems. Supplied in satin finish with screwing elements included.

The rope holder acts as an intermediate guide point through which the wire rope passes. The Ø6 mm bore accommodates the full Strofix wire rope diameter range (Ø4, Ø5, and Ø6 mm). The holder is secured to the mounting surface with the included screwing elements. This SKU is a single fixed configuration — there are no selectable bore, finish, or grade options.

The satin finish provides a uniform appearance that matches other Strofix railing components in the same finish.

Use cases:

• Intermediate wire rope guide points on railing posts and panels
• Wire rope infill systems for balcony, terrace, and staircase railings
• Commercial and residential wire rope balustrade installations
• Standalone rope guide fittings for surface-mounted applications
• Pool fencing and exterior railing cable guide points

FAQ:

What rope diameters does this holder accept?

The rope holder has a Ø6 mm bore and accepts wire ropes from Ø4 to Ø6 mm (d = 4–6 mm). This covers the full Strofix stainless-steel wire rope range.

How does this rope holder work?

The rope holder is a guide fitting — the wire rope passes through the Ø6 mm bore. It is mounted at intermediate points along the rope run to guide and support the rope between the tensioning terminals at each end.

Are screwing elements included?

Yes. Screwing elements are included for securing the holder to the mounting surface.

How does this differ from the other Strofix rope holders?

The Strofix Wire Rope System range includes multiple rope holder types for different mounting situations. This is a standalone guide fitting. Other rope holders in the range are designed for specific post tube diameters (e.g., Ø42.4 mm) and incorporate the post tube mounting interface. Check the product descriptions to select the correct holder for your post type.

What steel grade and finish is used?

The spec table states AISI 316 stainless steel with a satin finish. AISI 316 contains molybdenum for high corrosion resistance, suitable for coastal, pool, and high-humidity environments as well as standard installations.

Is the holder purely a guide, or does it tension the rope?

The rope holder is a guide only — the rope passes through freely. Tensioning is achieved using railing terminals at each end of the rope run. The rope holder maintains the rope position at intermediate points between terminals.

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.