Hex Head Tensioner M6
Material: 316 Stainless
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Material: 316 Stainless
per Piece (Incl. GST)
Description
Where would you normally use this stainless steel wire cable fitting?
For hydraulically swaged cable balustrading with stainless or timber posts.
For more information, please click here to download a PDF that shows where this part would be used for wire cabling.
What is it made out of?
316 Stainless Steel.
How do I fasten the cable to it?
This fitting is not designed for the cable to be fastened to, rather it is designed to be used in conjunction with the SSW056-6 Thread M6 Terminal.
Turning the hex head with the correct sized allen key will create tension on the wire cable.
Can it be used for exterior applications?
As it is 316 grade Stainless Steel it is more than suitable to be used inside or outside.
Without regular cleaning and maintenance discolouration of the surface of the stainless steel by corrosion (tea staining) can occur.
How to reduce the risk of tea staining
Stainless steel cleaning schedule
The frequency of cleaning will vary depending on environmental factors i.e. proximity to the ocean, atmospheric and urban conditions. Below is intended as a guide and should be varied as required. We recommend using peek stainless steel polish for maintenance.
Environment | Distance from Coastline | Cleaning Schedule |
---|---|---|
Clean inland environment | 20km + | Every 10 - 12 Months |
Moderate urban or coastal environment | 1-5km | Every 4 - 6 Months |
Harsh urban or coastal environment | < 500m | Every 2 - 3 Months |
Severe coastal/ marine environment | < 500m | Every 1 - 2 Weeks |