Have you been able to correlate the recommended tension of the 3/16" cable to a torque value? The theory would be able to set all the cables at the same torque value to achieve the same tension in all the cables.
Good question! We can't assign a recommended torque value since it can be mounted on a variety of post and handrail combinations. An assigned torque value would be dependent on the existing handrail.
I found a cable that I would prefer to tension more after cutting off all the excess bolt length to put on the cap. You mentioned in the video you may need to go back in tighten cables after time, how does one tighten the nut without being able to grab the bolt threads with a vice grip?
Great question! To tension after cutting off your studs, carefully lock your vices grips on the cable so that it's not spreading the strands of the cable or damaging them in anyway. Then, use your wrench you tighten the nut while paying attention to the cable (make sure the cable doesn't rotate, if it does, tighten your vice grips a bit more). After achieving tension, trim the additional excess threads of the stud, then replace the end cap. Hope this answers your question.
REVO Thru-Post Tensioners are more cost-effective, provide the most minimal look, and are faster to install than REVO Lag Tensioners. Within the REVO System, the latter is a solution for when you cannot access the backside of the post.
I see. As a carpenter I was thinking along a different line. Was guessing that a lag could loosen in aging wood over a decade more easily than a through-bolt. Had chosen your system over an Amazon brand with lags because I liked the peace of mind of a through bolt. Was wondering if that was a reason it was recommended over your own lag tensioner.
"***Clarification: The father (sic) apart your posts are spaced, the less deflection your system will have." How can this statement be correct? If I have a 6' spacing between posts, I will have LESS DEFLECTION than if the posts are spaced 3" apart? I suspect just the opposite may be correct.
There are two sizes of hydraulic swagers that we have tested on our systems and can recommend. You can find them on this page e-rigging.com/collections/cable-cutters-swage-tools-fittings
My deck has several angles going around the deck......can i just run a single length cable through each angle as long as i keep the total length under 50 to 75 feet? Or do i need to break up the lengths going from angle to angle.....in other words my deck isn't rectangular....it has several angles to allow for grill and such........Thanks!!
Great question. As a general rule of thumb, you'll end a run and start another whenever the cables need to bend more than 45 degrees. That being said, we recommend up to two
Can you tell me or shoe a link to a cable railing system with a sleeve over the post? I can't seem to find any. I am wondering what I do differently than the video you showed.
***Clarification: The farther apart your posts are spaced, the less deflection your system will have, which is what you DO NOT want. Should we answer more FAQs? Let us know in the comments.
Have you been able to correlate the recommended tension of the 3/16" cable to a torque value? The theory would be able to set all the cables at the same torque value to achieve the same tension in all the cables.
Good question! We can't assign a recommended torque value since it can be mounted on a variety of post and handrail combinations. An assigned torque value would be dependent on the existing handrail.
Will there be more HAAS Axis rigging parts added back in stock? Do you have a round about date? Thank you.
I found a cable that I would prefer to tension more after cutting off all the excess bolt length to put on the cap. You mentioned in the video you may need to go back in tighten cables after time, how does one tighten the nut without being able to grab the bolt threads with a vice grip?
Great question! To tension after cutting off your studs, carefully lock your vices grips on the cable so that it's not spreading the strands of the cable or damaging them in anyway. Then, use your wrench you tighten the nut while paying attention to the cable (make sure the cable doesn't rotate, if it does, tighten your vice grips a bit more). After achieving tension, trim the additional excess threads of the stud, then replace the end cap. Hope this answers your question.
Regarding the 2 options for tensioners in Revo system: You recommend the STUD swage over the LAG swage, nowhere can I find the explained reason?
REVO Thru-Post Tensioners are more cost-effective, provide the most minimal look, and are faster to install than REVO Lag Tensioners. Within the REVO System, the latter is a solution for when you cannot access the backside of the post.
I see. As a carpenter I was thinking along a different line. Was guessing that a lag could loosen in aging wood over a decade more easily than a through-bolt. Had chosen your system over an Amazon brand with lags because I liked the peace of mind of a through bolt. Was wondering if that was a reason it was recommended over your own lag tensioner.
"***Clarification: The father (sic) apart your posts are spaced, the less deflection your system will have."
How can this statement be correct? If I have a 6' spacing between posts, I will have LESS DEFLECTION than if the posts are spaced 3" apart? I suspect just the opposite may be correct.
Can't locate the corner post video demonstrating bringing two cable runs to a corner post . Can you send me the link? Thank you
Hi Mark! We have a new video on installing HAAS REVO Cable Railing at a corner post coming soon so stay tuned for that.
Your Crenshaw swaging tool is out of stock. I purchased a third-party swager that didn't work. Where can I find a swager that will work?
There are two sizes of hydraulic swagers that we have tested on our systems and can recommend. You can find them on this page e-rigging.com/collections/cable-cutters-swage-tools-fittings
My deck has several angles going around the deck......can i just run a single length cable through each angle as long as i keep the total length under 50 to 75 feet? Or do i need to break up the lengths going from angle to angle.....in other words my deck isn't rectangular....it has several angles to allow for grill and such........Thanks!!
Great question. As a general rule of thumb, you'll end a run and start another whenever the cables need to bend more than 45 degrees. That being said, we recommend up to two
What is the length of the Axis mounting screw once placed in the receiver. Also what is the breaking load of the Axis vs the Revo lag system. Thanks.
Can you tell me or shoe a link to a cable railing system with a sleeve over the post? I can't seem to find any. I am wondering what I do differently than the video you showed.
Have there been reports of the hardware coming loose or breaking or cracking the wood over time?
For our HAAS Stainless REVO and AXIS systems, we've had no failure of the cable and components and no damage to wood termination posts
What components do I use at a 90 degree turn where the cables cross each other in the middle of the post
***Clarification: The farther apart your posts are spaced, the less deflection your system will have, which is what you DO NOT want. Should we answer more FAQs? Let us know in the comments.