Why would I need to use a Cable Lacing Needle? The cable is made up of 19 individual wires that are twisted together. Sometimes, these individual wires can splay open and snag when lacing the cable ends through the post holes. The reusable Cable Lacing Needle slides onto the end of the cable and keeps all of the wires contained within the needle allowing you to quickly guide the cable through the holes without snagging. Can you pass the Cable Lacing Needle through the Quick-Connect ® fitting? No! The diameter of the Cable Lacing Needle is too large and will become wedged in the QuickConnect ® fitting, rendering the fitting useless. Be sure to remove the Cable Lacing Needle and cleanly trim the end of the cable before inserting the bare cable into the Quick-Connect® fitting. What is Feeney CableRail made of? All CableRail cables and fittings are made from high quality 316-grade stainless steel (also referred to as “marine grade”). This high quality stainless steel offers beauty, superior weather durability, high strength, and low maintenance characteristics that far exceed other traditional railing infill materials. What will I need to maintain Feeney CableRail cables? CableRail cables and fittings are made from high quality 316-grade stainless steel and are low maintenance, but do require maintenance periodically. Wipe the cables with soap and warm water and use either a rag or non-abrasive synthetic pad to keep them clean and free of salt or other contaminates. We also recommend use of our Feeney SteelProtect™ protectant product on a regular basis to leave a protective layer that can help maintain the performance and luster of our cables and fittings. While rare, corrosion or staining may sometimes occur on stainless steel due to airborne contaminants, humidity, and other factors, especially in coastal environments. Our biodegradable SteelRenewal™ cleaning gel can be used to effectively remove rust, staining, and other contaminants without scrubbing. Simply apply, allow it to sit, and then rinse it off. Be sure to also check the cables periodically for proper tension (re-tension as necessary). Is there any additional maintenance required for harsh environments? For CableRail installations with harsher conditions, such as coastal environments, we recommend cleaning your cables and applying our Feeney SteelProtect™ protectant product regularly. Please see the information above to learn more about cable maintenance, including re-tensioning the cables and recommended use of our SteelProtect™ and SteelRenewal™ cleaner and protectant products. Do the cables need to be attached with fittings at every post? No. The cables are laced freely through holes in the intermediate posts and are then tensioned with end fittings that attach to only the termination posts. Can I attach the cables directly to the face of a wall or post? The cable fittings used with CableRail Kits are attached by drilling holes all the way through the end posts, and the fittings then bear up against the outside faces of the posts. If your railing frame runs into the face of a wall, you will need to install an end post no more than four inches away from the wall face to allow access for attaching the cable end fittings. There are also other types of CableRail fittings that are designed for particular attachment conditions, such as wall mounting, and you can ask your authorized Feeney CableRail dealer for details. Can I run the cables continuously around a single corner post or do I have to terminate? For wood and composite sleeved posts, you will need to terminate the cables at a single corner post. In order to run the cables continuously around a corner, you would need to have double posts at the corner. For basic guidelines to help prepare your railing frame, please see our CableRail Installation Instructions. © 2025 Feeney, Inc. Consistent with our policy of continuing product improvement, we reserve the right to change product specifications without notice or obligation. v2/25
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