316 Stainless Steel

Stop Using Junk Hardware: Why Your Railings Are Failing

Mirror-polished 316 stainless steel 90-degree rectangular base handrail fitting on a pure white background for marine hardware applications.

Marine Hand Rail Fitting - 316 Stainless 90° Rectangular Base (7/8"")

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Your rail is loose. It rattles in a swell. One bad grab and you are in the drink. Cheap fittings are a death wish. Stop trusting your life to toys.

The Rust Problem

Zinc fades. Plastic snaps like dry twigs. Even 304 steel pits in a week of salt spray. Brown streaks on your gelcoat mean your hardware is dying. Don't be that guy. Fix it right. Cheap steel is for freshwater pond boats. Real sailors use 316.

The 316 Stainless Solution

Install the Marine Hand Rail Fitting - 316 Stainless 90° Rectangular Base (7/8"). It is heavy. It is mirror-polished. It handles the torque of a heavy sea. This is the gold standard for deck hardware. It matches perfectly with a 316 Stainless Steel Round Base 90° Boat Handrail Fitting (22mm/25mm) if you prefer a different footprint. If you are rigging a Marine T-Top Bimini for Center Console - 25mm Aluminum Frame (Blue), you know the value of solid mounts. Don't skimp here.

Material UV Resistance Price
Marine Hand Rail Fitting - 316 Stainless 90° Rectangular Base (7/8") Superior Investment Grade
Generic Alternatives (304 Steel/Plastic) Poor Cheap / High Replacement Cost

This 90 Degree Boat Hand Rail Fitting - 316 Stainless Steel (7/8") is the only way to go. Check the Maintenance Advisor for installation tips. Get it done.

Glossary

Molybdenum
The chemical element added to 316 stainless steel to prevent crevice corrosion and pitting in salt water.
Rectangular Base
A mounting footprint designed for maximum surface contact on narrow deck edges or gunwales.

FAQ

Will this fitting rust in a saltwater environment?
No. Unlike standard 304 steel, this fitting is constructed from premium Grade 316 Stainless Steel, which contains molybdenum for superior resistance against pitting and corrosion in saline conditions.
Does it include the mounting screws for the deck?
This unit includes the internal set-screws to secure the 7/8" tubing, but deck mounting screws are sold separately to ensure you can choose the correct length and thread type for your specific hull material (fiberglass vs. wood).
Is the 90-degree angle precision-welded for heavy loads?
Yes, the tube-to-base joint is precision-welded and then mirror-polished to provide maximum structural integrity for handrails and awning supports, capable of withstanding high-torque marine movements.
Written by Captain Mike - Veteran Skipper

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