{"product_id":"stainless-steel-handrail-posts-304-satin","title":"Stainless Steel Handrail Posts – 304 Satin Balustrade Posts \u0026 Uprights for Stainless Steel Handrail \u0026 Glass Balustrade","description":"\u003cp\u003eStandard \u003cstrong\u003e304 grade\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless steel handrail and balustrade posts in a brushed \u003cstrong\u003esatin finish\u003c\/strong\u003e – the cost-effective choice for indoor staircases, landings and dry, sheltered balustrade runs. Supplied as end, mid and corner posts in 42.4mm and 48.3mm round tube, plain-top for site welding to handrail tube or fitting with saddle clamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Choose 304 Satin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e304 stainless gives excellent corrosion resistance in interior and dry environments at a lower cost than marine-grade 316. It is the correct specification for internal staircases, mezzanines, retail and office fit-outs, and any sheltered location away from chlorides. For external, coastal or swimming-pool work, choose our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stainless-steel-handrail-posts-316-satin\"\u003e316 Satin\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stainless-steel-handrail-posts-316-mirror\"\u003e316 Mirror\u003c\/a\u003e posts instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat These Posts Are\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandrail posts are the vertical supports of a balustrade run. Specify by tube diameter (to match your handrail tube) and position – end posts start and finish a run, mid posts give intermediate support, corner posts handle 90° direction changes. These 304 posts are supplied plain-top, ready to weld to tube or fit with saddle clamps on site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecification \u0026amp; Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured to BS EN 10088 stainless steel standards. 304 grade contains 18–20% chromium and 8–10.5% nickel for dependable corrosion resistance in indoor and dry conditions. Tube to standard UK railing dimensions – 42.4mm or 48.3mm OD round. Post height 978mm (42.4mm) and 972mm (48.3mm), measured base plate to top, for an approximate 900mm finished barrier height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRange\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize \/ Specification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.4mm × 978mm \/ end post \/ plain top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.3mm × 972mm \/ end post \/ plain top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.4mm × 978mm \/ mid post \/ plain top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.3mm × 972mm \/ mid post \/ plain top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.4mm × 978mm \/ corner post \/ plain top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Pro-Railing balustrade system – fully compatible with our handrail tube, joiners, brackets, end caps and glass clamps sized to 42.4mm or 48.3mm round tube. Mix finishes across components for a feature contrast, or specify 304 satin throughout. Check your tube diameter before ordering fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrade \u0026amp; Bulk Orders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrade pricing is available on volume orders and full balustrade schedules. Send us your drawings for a project quote and a matched component list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLead times are 3–5 working days to mainland UK addresses. Dispatched by courier or pallet depending on quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is 304 stainless suitable for outdoor use?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"304 is recommended for indoor and dry, sheltered locations. For external, coastal or swimming-pool environments choose 316 marine grade.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What heights are the posts?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"978mm (42.4mm) and 972mm (48.3mm), measured from the base plate to the top of the post, for roughly 900mm finished barrier height.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How are the posts fixed and topped?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Supplied plain-top with a pre-drilled base plate for anchor-bolt fixing, ready to weld to handrail tube or fit saddle clamps on site.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Rackerman","offers":[{"title":"42.4mm × 978mm \/ end post \/ plain top","offer_id":58274094907779,"sku":"HRC-1804791C","price":64.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"48.3mm × 972mm \/ end post \/ plain top","offer_id":58274094940547,"sku":"HRC-1804791D","price":64.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"42.4mm × 978mm \/ mid post \/ plain top","offer_id":58274094973315,"sku":"HRC-1804792C","price":81.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"48.3mm × 972mm \/ mid post \/ plain top","offer_id":58274095006083,"sku":"HRC-1804792D","price":81.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"42.4mm × 978mm \/ corner post \/ plain top","offer_id":58274095038851,"sku":"HRC-1804793C","price":81.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/1710\/6429\/files\/stainless-steel-handrail-posts-304-01.jpg?v=1784364532","url":"https:\/\/rackerman.co.uk\/products\/stainless-steel-handrail-posts-304-satin","provider":"Rackerman","version":"1.0","type":"link"}