Product Description
Flat Vinyl-Coated Brace Band — Black/Brown/Green, Residential Grade (Galvanized Steel Core)
- Color Options: Poly powder coat in Black, Brown, or Green to coordinate with common chain link systems
- Flat Residential Profile: Purpose-built for everyday yard and garden tie-ins
- Versatile Connections: Attach top rail, brace rail (with rail end), or tension wire to terminal posts
- Professional Grade: Reliable, spec-friendly hardware used by fence contractors
- Durable Base: Hot-dip galvanized steel core beneath the color finish
Flat Vinyl-Coated Brace Bands secure framework and accessories to chain link terminal posts on residential fences while offering a clean, color-coordinated look. Each band fastens a connection point—such as a top rail with rail end, a brace rail with rail end, or tension wire—to an end or corner post. Built on a galvanized steel core with a poly powder coat in Black, Brown, or Green, this professional grade part balances long-term performance with a finished appearance. Note: colors are designed to coordinate with common chain link finishes; exact matches can vary by manufacturer, coating type, production run, and age/fade.
Why Choose This Flat Vinyl-Coated Brace Band
- Three Color Choices: Coordinate with popular chain link colors across the run
- Contractor-Friendly: Works with standard rail ends and carriage bolts for repeatable installs
- Corrosion Protection: Galvanized core under a durable color coat
- Spec-Correct Sizing: Options to fit common terminal post O.D.s
- Efficient BOM: One band per connection point keeps planning simple
Specifications
| Brace Band Size | 1-3/8" | 1-5/8" | 2" | 2-1/2" |
| Actual Post Size (O.D) | 1-3/8" | 1-5/8" | 1-7/8" | 2-3/8" |
| Weight | .13 lbs | .16 lbs | .18 lbs | .22 lbs |
| Base Material | Hot Dip Galvanized Steel | Hot Dip Galvanized Steel | Hot Dip Galvanized Steel | Hot Dip Galvanized Steel |
| Finish | Black/Brown/Green Poly Powder Coat | Black/Brown/Green Poly Powder Coat | Black/Brown/Green Poly Powder Coat | Black/Brown/Green Poly Powder Coat |
| Typical Usage | Light 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. Most carriage bolts are galvanized; you can paint bolt heads to coordinate with your fence color if desired.
Buying Guide
- Size Selection: Choose the brace band size that matches your terminal post’s actual O.D. (see Specifications).
- Count Connection Points: Plan one band for each tie-in (e.g., top rail with rail end, brace rail with rail end, tension wire).
- Color Choice: Select Black, Brown, or Green to coordinate with common vinyl-coated chain link systems. Exact matches can vary by brand, batch, and exposure.
- Hardware: Use a 5/16" x 1-1/4" galvanized carriage bolt and nut; paint the head if you want closer visual alignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does a vinyl-coated flat brace band do?
- It connects a top rail, brace rail (with rail end), or tension wire to a terminal post on a residential chain link fence, while providing a color-coordinated finish.
- Which colors are available?
- Black, Brown, and Green poly powder coat over a galvanized steel core.
- Will the color match my fence?
- Colors are designed to coordinate with common chain link finishes, but exact matches can vary by manufacturer, coating type, production run, and aging/fade.
- Are carriage bolts included, and what size should I use?
- Bolts are sold separately. Use a 5/16" x 1-1/4" carriage bolt for typical residential brace band connections.
- What sizes does it fit?
- Sizes match common terminal post O.D.s: 1-3/8", 1-5/8", 1-7/8", and 2-3/8".
Comparison to Other Solutions
- Vinyl-Coated vs. Plain Galvanized: Vinyl-coated bands help the hardware visually blend and add a protective color layer over the galvanized base.
- Flat vs. Beveled Brace Bands: Flat bands are ideal for residential tie-ins; beveled bands are typically selected for heavier, commercial loads.
- Brace Band vs. Tension Band: Brace bands secure rails/rods/wire to terminals; tension bands attach chain link fabric (with a tension bar) to terminals.
