Is cable deck railing to code?
Codes keep people and animals safe, particularly when it comes to elevated decks. A cable railing system is a code-compliant railing that offers an aesthetic advantage with limited visual disruption compared to other railing options.
What is code for cable railing spacing?
Post Spacing To ensure your system performs well, be sure to space posts or cable stabilizers no more than 4 feet apart. The rule applies to both corner and intermediate posts. Properly tensioned cables with correctly spaced posts will typically deflect up to 25% under reasonable pressure.
How long can a cable run be for a cable railing?
48 feet
For straight cable sections using the RailEasy™ Tensioner at each end, you may run cable up to 48 feet in total length (mid posts required as specified).
Does cable railing need a top rail?
A top rail is always necessary when building a cable railing system. The top rail should always be installed in a way that allows the top rail to absorb and deflect the pressure applied when cable is tensioned.
How safe are cable railings?
From a structural standpoint, today’s cable railing systems are some of the safest and most durable guardrails available. Due to the novelty and increased popularity of these systems, cable railings have at times been held to tighter standards than traditional vertical picket railings.
How far apart should deck rails be?
Balusters are the vertical guards that support the handrail. They must be installed close enough that the space between them is less than 4 inches. Most city inspectors carry a 4-inch ball with them to test the spacing. Installed balusters should withstand 50 pounds of pressure exerted over a 1-sq.
How are cable railings measured?
Simply measure your cable run and “round up” to make sure the cable will be long enough. For straight thru mount cable runs, it’s easy to measure from the outside face of your first terminal post (end post) to the outside face of your last terminal post.
Are wire railings safe?