Veelgestelde vragen over glasbalustradebeslag
What hardware is needed for a glass railing?
A glass railing needs a base fixing (spigots, posts or side-mount fittings), fittings that hold the glass (glass clamps, standoffs or the spigot itself), gaskets to protect the glass, and usually a handrail or top rail with brackets, elbows and end caps.
What is the difference between a spigot and a post glass railing?
In a spigot system the glass panels stand in short spigots and carry the load themselves, so the railing looks frameless. In a post system, stainless steel posts carry the load and glass clamps hold the panels between them, which allows thinner glass and easier installation.
Should I use 304 or 316 stainless steel for glass railings?
Use 316 stainless steel near the sea, around swimming pools and in humid tropical climates, because it resists chlorides better. 304 is suitable for indoor railings and dry inland locations.
What glass thickness is used for glass railings?
Post and clamp systems usually use 8–12 mm toughened glass. Side-mounted and standard spigot systems use 10–12 mm, and heavy-duty frameless spigots take 12–15 mm. Many codes require laminated glass for frameless balustrades, so the final build-up depends on the code and the engineer.
How high should a glass railing be?
It depends on the local code. Common minimums are 42 in (1067 mm) for commercial guards in the USA, 1100 mm for external balconies in the UK, 1000 mm in Australia, and 1200 mm for pool fences in Australia. Always check the current code for the project location.
How many spigots does a frameless glass panel need?
Most frameless panels use two spigots, set in from each edge of the panel. Wider or taller panels, or panels in high wind areas, need three. The project engineer confirms the spigot size, number and positions.
Can HIPAD supply a complete glass railing system?
Yes. HIPAD supplies spigots, posts, glass clamps, standoffs, handrails and handrail fittings in matching grades and finishes, packed by project area or as complete kits. The glass itself is usually sourced locally by the installer.
What is the lead time for railing hardware?
Samples of existing models take 5–7 days and mass production 20–25 working days. Custom sizes, private molds, laser logos and private-label packing are available, even for small quantities.
Is HIPAD een fabrikant of een handelsonderneming?
HIPAD is a manufacturer founded in 2000 in Qingdao, China, producing stainless steel railing hardware since 2020 with in-house tooling, 2000+ mold sets and QC. HIPAD is ISO 9001 certified. Qingdao Hipad International Trade Co., Ltd. handles export.
Last updated: October 2026 · Reviewed by Allen, Technical Engineer, HIPAD
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