Linear Cable & Wood Newel Systems
1. To use the predrilled cable & tube wood newels what must the rake angle of ascension be?
7-1/2" rise x 10" run or 36.9 degree angle of ascension.
2. If the angle of ascension is different than a 7-1/2" rise x 10" run which newels can be used?
The BR-400-48 (Linear Rake Blank newel for use on stairway flights), the B-400-48 (Linear Level Blank newel for use on level runs), or many of our solid newels. All can be trimmed and drilled on the job site to be used with the cable or tube infills.
3. Are there specific newels for the rake and level?
Yes, five newels for the level (including the B-400-38 Linear Level Blank newel) and three for the rake (including the BR-400-48 Linear Rake Blank newel).
4. Can the predrilled newels be used on open tread stairs and kneewall stairs?
The newels were designed for an Open tread balustrade however we've been told that some installers have adjusted the newels to work on a kneewall.
5. What size are the wood newels?
They are 3-1/2” x 3-1/2” square. They can achieve a 36”, 39” or 42” level handrail height and 36” or 39” rake handrail height (depending on handrail profile used). The newel part numbers indicate a NOMINAL handrail height (example: part #CL-410-36 can achieve a nominal handrail height of 36” when used with 684 handrail, but the actual height of the newel is 34-3/8”)
6. How do I know which cable fittings to order?
Cable fittings are sold in pairs; 1 pair per run of cable. Below are the cable fitting part numbers for use with wood newels
CL-WDFTGS-SS are for use on level runs ranging 1’ to 25’ in length (1 fixed cable fitting and 1 tensioner cable fitting per pair)
CR-WDFTGS-SS are for use on stair flights ranging 1’ to 25’ in length (1 fixed cable fitting and 1 tensioner cable fitting per pair)
CL-WD2TSN-SS are for use on level runs ranging 25’ to 50’ in length (2 tensioner cable fittings per pair*)
CR-WD2TSN-SS are for use on stair flights ranging 25’ to 50’ in length (2 tensioner cable fittings per pair*)
Below are the cable fitting part numbers for use with Linear metal newels
CL-MFTGS-SS are for use on level runs ranging 1’ to 25’ in length (1 fixed cable fitting and 1 tensioner cable fitting per pair)
CR-MFTGS-SS are for use on stair flights ranging 1’ to 25’ in length (1 fixed cable fitting and 1 tensioner cable fitting per pair)
CL-M2TSN-SS are for use on level runs ranging 25’ to 50’ in length (2 tensioner cable fittings per pair*)
CR-M2TSN-SS are for use on stair flights ranging 25’ to 50’ in length (2 tensioner cable fittings per pair*)
*The cables should never be longer than 50’ between the 2 tensioner cable fittings
7. What tools do I need to install the wood cable fittings into the wood newels?
For level run cable fittings, use a 3/8” open-end wrench and 3/16” Allen wrench. For the rake cable fittings, you simply use the articulating portion of the fitting as a lever to rotate the lag end of the fitting into the newel, however, using a 6”-8” piece of ¾” PVC tube over the articulating portion may make this task easier. Coating the wood threads of each cable fitting with paraffin wax eases installation into the predrilled holes in the newels.
8. What is the maximum distance between the wood newels with cable infill?
48" for the rake and level. We recommend that you always check with your local building inspector before installation.
9. Is the tube hollow or solid?
Hollow.
10. What lengths are the hollow tubes available in?
5' and 20'
11. What size is the tube?
3/4" round
12. Can the tube be used outdoors?
No, the tube is made of 304 Stainless Steel so it is recommended for interior use only.
13. What is the maximum distance between the newels with tube infill?
48" for the rake and level. We recommend that you always check with your local building inspector before installation.
14. Do I have to use a newel at a level or a rake wall when installing wood cable fittings?
No, if there are two 2x4s behind the sheetrock/drywall then you can install the wood cable fittings directly into the sheetrock/drywall hitting the 2x4s.