{"product_id":"stainless-steel-handrail-posts-316-satin","title":"Stainless Steel Handrail Posts – 316 Satin (Marine Grade)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTrade-standard \u003cstrong\u003e316 marine grade\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless steel handrail and balustrade posts in a brushed \u003cstrong\u003esatin finish\u003c\/strong\u003e – the default specification for external, coastal and swimming-pool balustrade. This is the widest range we stock: end, mid and corner posts in 42.4mm and 48.3mm round and 40×40mm square, in 972mm, 978mm, 1100mm, 1378mm and 1500mm heights, with welded-base, bolt-down, concrete-in and side-fix options, plus wire-rope and bar-holder posts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy 316 Satin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarine-grade 316 with a brushed satin grain that hides fingerprints, water spots and minor scuffs – the practical, hard-wearing choice for balconies, terraces, swimming pools, coastal homes and commercial work. For a reflective architectural look in the same grade, see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stainless-steel-handrail-posts-316-mirror\"\u003e316 Mirror posts\u003c\/a\u003e; for indoor, budget-focused projects see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stainless-steel-handrail-posts-304-satin\"\u003e304 Satin\u003c\/a\u003e.\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), height, position – end, mid or corner – and fixing method. End posts start and finish a run, mid posts give intermediate support, corner posts handle direction changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePost Types in This Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard end \/ mid \/ corner posts with welded base or plain top; concrete-in posts (1378mm and 1500mm) for setting into a fresh slab; side-fix internal and external corner posts; wire-rope posts pre-drilled for 7 or 14 cable runs; bar-holder posts; and 40×40mm square posts, including saddle-fitted versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecification \u0026amp; Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured to BS EN 10088 stainless steel standards. 316 grade contains 16–18% chromium, 10–14% nickel and 2–3% molybdenum – the molybdenum gives 316 its marine-grade resistance to chlorides for coastal and pool use. Round tube to 42.4mm or 48.3mm OD; square to 40×40mm. Heights from 972mm up to 1500mm, measured from the base plate (or ground line on concrete-in posts) to the top of the post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepresentative sizes below – see the full variant list for every option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize \/ Specification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.4mm × 1100mm \/ base plated \/ plain top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.4mm × 1500mm \/ end post \/ concrete-in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.4mm × 1100mm \/ end \/ welded base \/ no top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.4mm × 1378mm \/ end post \/ concrete-in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.3mm \/ 7-hole wire rope end\/mid post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.4mm \/ 7-bar holder post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.3mm \/ 14-hole wire rope mid post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40×40mm sq × 1100mm \/ end \/ welded base \/ no top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42.4mm \/ external corner \/ side-fix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40×40mm sq \/ corner post \/ welded base \/ c\/w saddle\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, saddle clamps and glass clamps sized to 42.4mm or 48.3mm round tube. Specify a single satin finish throughout, or contrast with mirror fittings. 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 – balconies, staircases and swimming-pool surrounds. Send us your drawings for a project quote and a matched component list cross-checked against your drawings.\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 316 satin suitable for coastal and pool use?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. 316 marine grade is the recommended specification for external, coastal and swimming-pool balustrade thanks to its molybdenum content and chloride resistance. 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