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It's North America's favorite wood post anchor... for a lot of reasons. Now you can build a wood railing system on virtually any Surface, Fast and Easy that Looks Better, Lasts Longer and can be used in residential code compliant wood deck railings when installing as directed.
Use with wood posts on wood or composite decks, stairs, patios, concrete or any other hard surfaces.
You're going to love it.
Attention: The 8 deck screws that are included are for wood or composite surfaces, not concrete. Please use either Tapcon or GRK concrete screws, sold separately.
*Includes hardware for wood installation
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It's North America's favorite wood post anchor... for a lot of reasons. Now you can build a wood railing system on virtually any Surface, Fast and Easy that Looks Better, Lasts Longer and can be used in residential code compliant wood deck railings when installing as directed.
Use with wood posts on wood or composite decks, stairs, patios, concrete or any other hard surfaces.
You're going to love it.
Attention: The 8 deck screws that are included are for wood or composite surfaces, not concrete. Please use either Tapcon or GRK concrete screws, sold separately.
*Includes hardware for wood installation
Use with 4x4, 4x6, 6x6, 8x8 wood posts on wood or composite decks, stairs, patios, concrete or any other hard surfaces.
You're going to love it.
Attention: The 8 deck screws that are included are for wood or composite surfaces, not concrete. Please use either Tapcon or GRK concrete screws, sold separately.
| Model | TIPR4412 - Black powder coat over hot zinc TIST4412ST - 316 stainless base, 304 stainless tube |
| Material | Formed/Welded sheet steel |
| Post Size | 3.5” to 4” (89mm to 100mm) |
| Dimensions | Base: 5/8” H x 5” W x 5” L (16mm x 128mm x128mm) Tube: 3.5"h x 1.25" dia (89mm x 32mm) Inner holes: 0.40" dia, 2" o.c. (50mm) Outer holes: 0.31" dia, 2.0625" o.c. (51mm) |
| Weight | TIPR4412 - 1.4 lbs TIST4412ST - 2.00 lbs |
| Fasteners | For residential engineering guidelines use (4) 3/8”x5 hex head lag screws, minimum (6) #14x3, No.3 square drive screws or 1/4x3” hex head lag screws. Use only a No. 3 Square Drive bit or you may strip the drive head. |
| Recommended Uses & Code Compliance | Residential deck railing 36”-42” high, pergola or gazebo posts, support posts. Maximum post spacing: 6' for 36" 4x4 posts; 4' for 42" 4x4 posts; 8' for 36" 6x6 posts; 6' for 42" 6x6 posts. See Engineering Reports for horizontal, compression and tension loads. |
| Composite Decking | Pre-drill screw holes before driving screws into composite decking. Composite and synthetic boards are very dense and if holes are not pre-drilled you may snap off the head of the screw. Also pre-drilling holes on wood or composite deck boards anytime a screw will be driven very close to the edge of a board. This will prevent the board from splitting. |
| Recommended Wood Species | For best performance and ease of installation use with species ranging from cedar, spruce, redwood, pine, hem-fir with moisture content (m.c.) of 12%-20%. To comply with residential engineering guidelines, do not use any species with specific gravity (density) less than the lowest of the above recommended species. |
| Other Species | Douglas fir – ensure cutting edge of tube is sharp and m.c. not less than 12%. Otherwise, install as if hardwood. |
| Hardwoods | Requires hole saw and forstner bit installation technique as tube can not be impaled into wood easily. See How To Guide |
| Model | TIPR4612 - Black powder coat over hot zinc |
| Material | Formed/Welded sheet steel |
| Post Size | 3.5” to 4” (89mm to 100mm) |
| Dimensions | Base: 5/8” H x 5” W x 7.5” L (16mm x 128mm x181mm) Tube: 3.5"h x 1.25" dia (89mm x 32mm) Inner holes: 0.40" dia, 2" o.c. (50mm) Outer holes: 0.31" dia, 2.0625" o.c. (51mm) |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs |
| Fasteners | For residential engineering guidelines use (4) 3/8”x5 hex head lag screws, minimum (6) #14x3, No.3 square drive screws or 1/4x3” hex head lag screws. Use only a No. 3 Square Drive bit or you may strip the drive head. |
| Recommended Uses & Code Compliance | Residential deck railing 36”-42” high, pergola or gazebo posts, support posts. Maximum post spacing: 6' for 36" 4x4 and 4x6 posts; 4' for 42" 4x4 posts; 8' for 36" 6x6 posts; 6' for 42" 6x6 posts. See Engineering Reports for horizontal, compression and tension loads. |
| Composite Decking | Pre-drill screw holes before driving screws into composite decking. Composite and synthetic boards are very dense and if holes are not pre-drilled you may snap off the head of the screw. Also pre-drilling holes on wood or composite deck boards anytime a screw will be driven very close to the edge of a board. This will prevent the board from splitting. |
| Recommended Wood Species | For best performance and ease of installation use with species ranging from cedar, spruce, redwood, pine, hem-fir with moisture content (m.c.) of 12%-20%. To comply with residential engineering guidelines, do not use any species with specific gravity (density) less than the lowest of the above recommended species. |
| Other Species | Douglas fir – ensure cutting edge of tube is sharp and m.c. not less than 12%. Otherwise, install as if hardwood. |
| Hardwoods | Requires hole saw and forstner bit installation technique as tube can not be impaled into wood easily. See How To Guide |
| Model | TIPR6612 - Black powder coat over hot zinc TIST6612ST - Stainless 316 |
| Material | Formed/Welded sheet steel |
| Post Size | 5.5” to 6" (140mm to 152mm) |
| Dimensions | Base: 5/8” H x 7.5” W x 7.5” L (16mm x 190mm x190mm) Tube: 1.75"h x 4.75" dia (121mm x 44mm) Inner holes: 0.50" dia, 3" o.c. (76mm) Outer holes: 0.31" dia, 3.25" o.c. (83mm) |
| Weight | 2.75 lbs |
| Fasteners | For residential engineering guidelines use (4) 3/8”x5 hex head lag screws, minimum (6) #14x3, No.3 square drive screws or 1/4x3” hex head lag screws. Use only a No. 3 Square Drive bit or you may strip the drive head. |
| Recommended Uses & Code Compliance | Residential deck railing 36”-42” high, pergola or gazebo posts, support posts. Maximum post spacing: 6' for 36" 4x4 posts; 4' for 42" 4x4 posts; 8' for 36" 6x6 posts; 6' for 42" 6x6 posts. See Engineering Reports for horizontal, compression and tension loads. |
| Composite Decking | Residential deck railing 36”-42” high, pergola or gazebo posts, support posts. Maximum post spacing: 6' for 36" 4x4 posts; 4' for 42" 4x4 posts; 8' for 36" 6x6 posts; 6' for 42" 6x6 posts. See Engineering Reports for horizontal, compression and tension loads. |
| Recommended Wood Species | For best performance and ease of installation use with species ranging from cedar, spruce, redwood, pine, hem-fir with moisture content (m.c.) of 12%-20%. To comply with residential engineering guidelines, do not use any species with specific gravity (density) less than the lowest of the above recommended species. |
| Other Species | Douglas fir – ensure cutting edge of tube is sharp and m.c. not less than 12%. Otherwise, install as if hardwood. |
| Hardwoods | Requires hole saw and forstner bit installation technique as tube can not be impaled into wood easily. See How To Guide |
| Pre-Drilling | For best performance it is recommended to pre-drill lag screw holes. See How To Guide |
| Concrete Surfaces | Use minimum of 4 GRK Caliburn or Tapcon 1/4" screws at least 2-1/4" long. Sold separately. |
| Model | TIPR6602 - Black powder coat over hot zinc TIST6602 - Stainless 316 TIHM663 - Power Coated - Homeline |
| Material | Formed/Welded sheet steel |
| Post Size | 5.5” to 6" (140mm to 152mm) |
| Dimensions | Base: 5/8” H x 7.5” W x 7.5” L (16mm x 190mm x190mm) Tube: 1.75"h x 4.75" dia (121mm x 44mm) Inner holes: 0.50" dia, 3" o.c. (76mm) Outer holes: 0.31" dia, 3.25" o.c. (83mm) |
| Weight | 2.75 lbs |
| Fasteners | For residential engineering guidelines use (4) 3/8”x5 hex head lag screws, minimum (6) #14x3, No.3 square drive screws or 1/4x3” hex head lag screws. Use only a No. 3 Square Drive bit or you may strip the drive head. |
| Recommended Uses & Code Compliance | Residential deck railing 36”-42” high, pergola or gazebo posts, support posts. Maximum post spacing: 6' for 36" 4x4 posts; 4' for 42" 4x4 posts; 8' for 36" 6x6 posts; 6' for 42" 6x6 posts. See Engineering Reports for horizontal, compression and tension loads. |
| Composite Decking | Residential deck railing 36”-42” high, pergola or gazebo posts, support posts. Maximum post spacing: 6' for 36" 4x4 posts; 4' for 42" 4x4 posts; 8' for 36" 6x6 posts; 6' for 42" 6x6 posts. See Engineering Reports for horizontal, compression and tension loads. |
| Recommended Wood Species | For best performance and ease of installation use with species ranging from cedar, spruce, redwood, pine, hem-fir with moisture content (m.c.) of 12%-20%. To comply with residential engineering guidelines, do not use any species with specific gravity (density) less than the lowest of the above recommended species. |
| Other Species | Douglas fir – ensure cutting edge of tube is sharp and m.c. not less than 12%. Otherwise, install as if hardwood. |
| Hardwoods | Requires hole saw and forstner bit installation technique as tube can not be impaled into wood easily. See How To Guide |
| Pre-Drilling | For best performance it is recommended to pre-drill lag screw holes. See How To Guide |
| Concrete Surfaces | Use minimum of 4 GRK Caliburn or Tapcon 1/4" screws at least 2-1/4" long. Sold separately. |
| Model | TIPR8802 - Black powder coat over hot zinc |
| Material | Formed/Welded sheet steel |
| Post Size | 7.5” to 8" (191mm to 203mm) |
| Dimensions | Base: 5/8” H x 9.38” W x 9.38” L (16mm x 239mm x239mm) Tube: 1.75"h x 4.75" dia (121mm x 44mm) Inner holes: 0.50" dia, 4.5" o.c. (114.1mm) Outer holes: 0.31" dia, 4.23" o.c. (107.4mm) |
| Weight | 3.9 lbs |
| Fasteners | For residential engineering guidelines use (4) 3/8”x5 hex head lag screws, minimum (6) #14x3, No.3 square drive screws or 1/4x3” hex head lag screws. Anchor will accept 1/2" diameter lag screws if desired. Use only a No. 3 Square Drive bit or you may strip the drive head. |
| Recommended Uses & Code Compliance | Residential deck railing 36”-42” high, pergola or gazebo posts, support posts. Maximum post spacing: 6' for 36" 4x4 posts; 4' for 42" 4x4 posts; 8' for 36" 6x6 posts; 6' for 42" 6x6 posts. 8x8 posts refer to 6x6 standards. See Engineering Reports for horizontal, compression and tension loads. |
| Composite Decking | Pre-drill screw holes before driving screws into composite decking. Composite and synthetic boards are very dense and if holes are not pre-drilled you may snap off the head of the screw. Also pre-drilling holes on wood or composite deck boards anytime a screw will be driven very close to the edge of a board. This will prevent the board from splitting. |
| Recommended Wood Species | For best performance and ease of installation use with species ranging from cedar, spruce, redwood, pine, hem-fir with moisture content (m.c.) of 12%-20%. To comply with residential engineering guidelines, do not use any species with specific gravity (density) less than the lowest of the above recommended species. |
| Other Species | Douglas fir – ensure cutting edge of tube is sharp and m.c. not less than 12%. Otherwise, install as if hardwood. |
| Hardwoods | Requires hole saw and forstner bit installation technique as tube can not be impaled into wood easily. See How To Guide |
| Pre-Drilling | For best performance it is recommended to pre-drill lag screw holes. See How To Guide |
| Concrete Surfaces | Use minimum of 4 GRK Caliburn or Tapcon 1/4" screws at least 2-1/4" long. Sold separately. |
The 4x4 and 4x6: Use an off the shelf 1 ¼"x2" hole saw to cut a pilot cut for the tube.
The 6x6 and 8x8: Use an off the shelf 1 ¾"x2" hole saw to cut a pilot cut for the tube.
4x4/4x6 Post Anchor Instructions
6x6 Post Anchor Instructions
8x8 Post Anchor Instructions
For more details, please check out the video as below:
A sharp-edged, lightweight, rigid tube cuts deep into the core of the wood post and diverts enough load away from the screws to increase the overall load resistance. It is now possible for a surface-mounted anchor to be used for residential code-compliant wood railings.
A truly innovative and effective solution.
This model will work with posts between 3-½" and 4" square.
This model works with nominal 4x6 posts and up to true 4"x 6".
Great for railings, pergolas, pavillions and support columns. Secures posts between 5-½" and 6" square.
The model is often used for large timber construction projects and secures posts between 7-¼" to 8" square.
The Titan Post Anchor has been independently tested by world-renowned engineering firm Intertek for residential compliance in the United States and Canada when installed at recommended post height and spacing.
The USA tests have been carried out in accordance with AC273 for Handrails and Guards as set out by the IRC. Canadian tests have been done in accordance with the Canadian Building Code with applicability for all ten provinces.
For a copy of the sealed engineering reports including compression and tension testing click here.
Installing the Post Anchor on a common softwood post. Let's get going.
Get yourself a suitable size post. The post anchor was designed to work with common Spruce, Pine Fir lumber available at your local lumberyard. But it also works with Cedar, Redwood and exotic hardwoods. Download the installation guide as below:
To properly secure the post anchor to a wood surface, ensure that there is wood blocking like a 2x6 or 2x8 below the deck boards and between the joist.
Pre-drill the screw holes if they are too close to the edge of a board to prevent splitting.
The same principle applies to composite and synthetic deck boards. It's a good idea to pre-drill the screw holes so the screws can drive in easier without snapping off the heads.
The composite and synthetic material can be very dense and sometimes similar to hardwoods.
Set one screw to secure the anchor while pre-drilling the other holes. Drill 1/2" deeper than the length of the screw.
Once the holes are drilled, remove the template anchor and position the post and anchor over the holes for attachment.
One concrete screw per corner is enough to keep the post and anchor secure given the pull-out resistance of each screw.
Awesome!
-Mark Ferrante
Thoroughly pleased
-Stephen Peterson
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