Aluminum Chain Link Loop Cap for Top Rail - Multiple Sizes

Product Description

Aluminum Chain Link Loop Cap for Top Rail — Multiple Sizes

• Run Continuous Top Rail — Guides top rail or tension wire in a straight line across line posts
• Aluminum Construction — Won’t rust; ideal for residential and coastal environments
• Clean, Low-Profile Fit — Tension-set over the post; no extra hardware required
• Sized for Common Posts/Rail — Options for 1-5/8″, 1-7/8″, 2-3/8″, and 2-7/8″ posts with 1-3/8″ or 1-5/8″ rail
• Fence-Ready — Use on line posts; for corners/terminals, pair rail ends with brace bands
• Barbed Wire Note — If using barbed wire, select a line post barb arm with integrated loop instead

Aluminum loop caps (also called eye-tops) sit on your line posts and let the top rail or tension wire pass through in one continuous run to the nearest terminal post. The rust-proof aluminum body provides a tight, reliable fit without additional fasteners, making it a favorite choice for residential chain link fences and coastal installs where corrosion resistance matters.

Why Choose This

• Corrosion resistant — Aluminum won’t rust like plain steel
• Simple install — Press-fit over the post; align the loop perpendicular to the fence line
• Consistent alignment — Keeps top rail straight and at uniform height
• Residential-ready — Lighter weight and clean look vs. pressed-steel caps

Specifications

Installation

Seat the loop cap on top of each line post with the loop oriented perpendicular to the fence line. Press down until fully seated (a snug fit is normal). Feed the top rail or tension wire through the loop and continue to the terminal post for attachment. If the fence includes barbed wire, use a line post barb arm with loop instead of a standard loop cap at those posts.

Buying Guide

• Pick by post and rail: Match the post O.D. and your chosen top rail O.D. (1-3/8″ or 1-5/8″) to the size options above.
• Aluminum vs. pressed steel: Aluminum is rust-proof and preferred for residential/coastal; pressed steel is heavier-duty and common on commercial jobs.
• Where they go: Use loop caps on line posts; at terminals, corners, and ends use rail ends + brace bands to terminate the rail.
• Using barbed wire: Replace the loop cap with a barb arm (with integrated loop) on barbed-wire lines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need screws or bands to hold the cap on?

No. Loop caps are tension-set over the post—no extra hardware is required.

Which size should I choose?

Match the actual post O.D. and the top rail O.D. you’re running (see the Spec table for exact pairings).

Can I use this with barbed wire?

Use a line post barb arm with an integrated loop wherever barbed wire is installed.

Is aluminum strong enough for my fence?

Yes for typical residential lines. For heavy commercial/industrial, pressed-steel loop caps are commonly used.

How many do I need?

One loop cap per line post.

Comparison

Not sure which size matches your post and top rail? Contact us and we’ll help you choose the right combination.