Being nervous to attempt this I reached out to Muzata. After answering a few questions and providing a rough drawing They put together product list and initiated the purchase process. Seemed like within the week multiple packages arrived. And in one afternoon a beautiful. Sturdy cable railing was installed by me. Everyone loves it. Can’t wait to do another.
- James Biggers
Love These Fasteners
These fasteners look great when they’re installed. The swage area is smaller than most other fittings which makes double-swaging impossible so make sure the crimping is extremely strong! Still, it’s a great fitting and looks terrific!
- Michael Poirier
Not Just For Railings
Worked well to SWAG cable-ends on a 200 lb. The first inclination was to use the 1/8" die-set because the cable core is 1/8". The die-set did the trick. Great tool for this application as it will probably last a lifetime considering the small number of cables involved as compared to a railing.
- William Konietzny
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Frequently Asked Questions
Accurate measurement of angles is essential for many cable stair railing projects, including stair railing design, woodworking, metalworking, and home renovation. Precise measurement ensures the proper alignment and fit of the railing components, resulting in a sturdy and visually appealing installation. Additionally, accurate measurements save time and materials by minimizing errors and waste, leading to a more efficient and cost-effective project execution. We have a blog on How to measure stair angles. In this blog, we'll provide a step-by-step guide on how to measure stair and slope angles using your smartphone's "Measure" app.
Basically, you will need some cable railing fittings and stainless steel cable. The quantity depends on the dimensions of your project. In almost all cases, you will need a hydraulic crimper to swage the fittings so the cable could be fixed firmly. Unless your fittings are swageless.
The 4 Inch Sphere Rule refers to naturally occurring gaps and spaces within a railing system. The rule states that a 4” sphere should be unable to pass through any gap in a railing system. This is why posts are drilled with holes 3 center-to-center, to avoid any deflection exceeding 4 inches. In the same way, the longer the distance between the wire ropes, the easier it is for the 4" sphere to pass through the wire rope if there is no intermediate post to hold the wire rope.
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