Rope holder

The Strofix rope holder is an AISI 304 stainless-steel 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 47 mm overall length (L). Supplied in satin finish with screwing elements included.

The rope holder mounts onto the Ø42.4 mm post tube and provides an intermediate guide point through which the wire rope passes. The 47 mm length positions this holder between the compact rope crossbar holder (L = 18 mm) and the larger rope holder (L = 130 mm) in the Strofix Wire Rope System range, offering a balance between visual presence and mounting stability. The 14 mm body diameter matches the compact rope crossbar holder, keeping the fitting close to the post surface. 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 for balcony and terrace railings
• Intermediate post wire rope fitting in staircase balustrade cable infill systems
• Commercial and residential wire rope railing systems with round post tubes
• Multi-span wire rope infill requiring a mid-profile guide fitting
• Railing systems where the compact holder is too short and the large holder is too prominent

FAQ:

What post tube diameter does this holder fit?

The rope 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 compare to the other Ø42.4 mm rope holders?

The Strofix Wire Rope System includes three rope holder sizes for Ø42.4 mm post tubes. The compact rope crossbar holder (D = 14 mm, L = 18 mm) is the most minimal. This rope holder (D = 14 mm, L = 47 mm) provides a mid-length profile. The large rope holder (D = 19 mm, L = 130 mm) is the most substantial. All three accept up to Ø6 mm rope. Choose based on the desired visual profile and the spacing available on the post.

What are the body dimensions?

The holder has a 14 mm body diameter (D) and 47 mm overall length (L).

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.