Swage Terminal is widely used in the protection and suppression of wire rope ends. This product is used for different models are used in different wire ropes, These cable rail fittings are commonly use with metal and aluminum railing posts. You will need to have a tensioner on the opposite end to tighten the cable. They're made of type marine 316 stainless steel so you can use them in humid areas without having to worry about rusting. It also has a nice even shine during the day and under lights at night. Customers have used them on commercial and residential projects. We've also seen them on indoor and outdoor applications.
Swage flat head terminals are low-profile cable railing fittings that anchor a stainless steel cable to the back of a terminal post. They provide a clean, near-flush finish where only a flat, low-profile head is visible on the outside of the post.
Key Technical Specs
Material: Made from T316 marine-grade stainless steel to ensure maximum durability, rust prevention, and corrosion resistance outdoors.
Cable Size: Typically engineered to fit 1/8-inch or 3/16-inch diameter stainless steel wire ropes.
Post Compatibility: Ideal for both metal posts (aluminum/steel) and wood posts (often paired with a protective washer or sleeve to prevent the wood from crushing).
How They Work
Unlike lag screws that thread directly into the face of a post, flat head terminals pass completely through a pre-drilled hole in the post.
Tensioning: They are usually installed at the "fixed" end of a cable run. The opposite end of the run requires a tensioner (like a receiver or turnbuckle) to pull the cable tight.
Aesthetics: The flat head rests flush against the outside wall of the end post, concealing the swaged connection inside the post or cable run.
Installation Steps
Drill Through-Holes: Drill a straight hole completely through your end terminal post.
Insert and Swage: Feed the raw cable into the hollow shank of the flat head terminal.
Secure it tightly using a hydraulic hand crimper tool.
Feed and Tension: Push the terminal through the back of the post so the flat head catches on the outside wall. Pull the cable across to the opposite post to tension the line.
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