Product Description
Flat Brace Bands — Galvanized Steel, Residential Grade for Chain Link Terminal Posts
- Hot-Dip Galvanized: Durable zinc coating helps protect against rust and corrosion
- Residential Duty: Designed for lightweight, everyday chain link fence connections
- Versatile Connections: Attach top rail, brace rail (with rail end), or tension wire to terminal posts
- Pro-Preferred: A go-to part for fence professionals on residential installs
- Multiple Sizes: Select to match common terminal post outside diameters (see Specs)
Flat Brace Bands secure framework and accessories to chain link terminal posts on residential fences. Use one band for each connection point—such as top rail (with a rail end), brace rail, or tension wire. Formed from 11-gauge pressed steel and hot-dip galvanized, these bands offer reliable performance for yard, garden, and light residential applications.
Why Choose This Flat Brace Band
- Simple & Reliable: A proven connector for common residential fence tie-ins
- Clean Fit: Works with standard carriage bolts and rail ends
- Corrosion Resistance: Hot-dip galvanized finish stands up to weather
- Right-Sized: Range of sizes to match your terminal post O.D.
- Cost-Effective: Residential-grade strength without overspending
Specifications
| Brace Band Size |
1-3/8" | 1-5/8" | 2" | 2-1/2" | 3" |
| Actual Post Size (O.D) | 1-3/8" | 1-5/8" | 1-7/8" | 2-3/8" | 2-7/8" |
| Weight | .13 lbs | .16 lbs | .18 lbs | .22 lbs | .25 lbs |
| Material | Hot Dip Galvanized Steel | Hot Dip Galvanized Steel | Hot Dip Galvanized Steel | Hot Dip Galvanized Steel | Hot Dip Galvanized Steel |
| Finish | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver | Silver |
| Typical Usage | Light Residential | Residential | Residential | Residential | Residential |
Installation
Fit your brace band over your terminal post (end post or corner post), and then secure using a 5/16" x 1-1/4" carriage bolt (not included). If using a rail end, place the rail end bolt hole between the brace band bolt holes and use the carriage bolt to secure them all by tightening the nut.
Buying Guide
- Size Selection: Choose the brace band size that matches your terminal post’s actual outside diameter (see Specifications).
- Count Your Connections: Plan one band for each connection point (e.g., top rail with rail end, brace rail with rail end, tension wire).
- Hardware Match: Use a 5/16" x 1-1/4" galvanized carriage bolt and nut for corrosion resistance (sold separately).
- Rail Ends: When attaching a rail, add a rail end cup sized to your rail; the brace band secures that rail end to the post.
- Right Grade: Flat bands are ideal for residential jobs; consider beveled (commercial) bands for heavier loads.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does a flat brace band do?
- It connects top rail, brace rail (with rail end), or tension wire to a terminal post on a residential chain link fence.
- How many brace bands do I need per terminal?
- Use one band for each connection point you’re making at the post.
- Are bolts included?
- No. Carriage bolt and nut are sold separately.
- What bolt size should I use?
- Use a 5/16" x 1-1/4" carriage bolt for typical residential brace band connections.
- When should I choose beveled bands instead?
- Beveled bands are stronger and typically used for commercial or heavier-duty applications.
Comparison to Other Solutions
- Flat vs. Beveled Brace Bands: Flat brace bands are standard for residential and light commercial projects; beveled brace bands provide extra strength for commercial and industrial use.
