Keylink Chesapeake Series Vertical Cable Railing (Black Cable Rail System)
Get the clean look of vertical cable with the added function of a drink rail. The Chesapeake Series top rail is designed to support a deckboard or composite board on top, giving you a flat surface for drinks, plates, or decor. The black cable infill blends in so you see your view, not the railing. It is made in the USA and built to last.
This black cable rail system comes factory prestrung with 1/8" stainless steel cables on 3" centers. The cables are chemically blackened for a low-profile look that nearly disappears. Keylink's gen 2 design improves cable tension, reducing the chances of cables loosening over time.
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Why you will like it
- Flat top rail accepts a deckboard for a built-in drink rail surface.
- Vertical cables help prevent climbing, giving parents peace of mind.
- Black cables are hard to see, giving you a clear view.
- Only black vertical cable option on the market.
- Cable is chemically blackened, not painted. No oily residue.
- Prestrung for quick install. Two people can set a section in about one hour.
- 2nd generation design allows more tension.
- Made in the USA.
- Works inside and out: lakefront decks, view homes, interior lofts.
- Kit-based design makes ordering and layouts simple.
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Questions customers ask
Is Vertical Cable railing safe for kids and pets?
Yes. Vertical cable railing is safe for children and pets. It serves as a highly transparent alternative to horizontal cable that addresses concerns about kids climbing the cable.
Can this railing support a drink rail?
Yes. The Chesapeake Series top rail is specifically designed to accept a deckboard or composite board on top, creating a stable flat surface.
Can Vertical Cable Railing be used indoors?
Yes. Keylink vertical cable kits are approved for interior and exterior use.
What heights and section lengths are available?
Height is 36 in. Sections are 6 ft and 8 ft. The 8 ft section is 93 in actual.
What cable size and spacing are used?
1/8 in stainless cable, chemically blackened, spaced 3 in on center.
What posts does this system use?
Post heights are 38 in and 44 in. Post sizes are 2.5 in and 3.25 in. This system does not use line, corner, or end post types.
What finish is used? Is there a coastal option?
Powder coat is AAMA 2604. There is no 2605 coastal option at this time.
Is it DIY friendly and how long does install take?
Yes. One to two people can install it. Plan about one hour per section with two people.
What tools do I need?
Drill or driver, level, saw, tension gauge, gripping adapter or gripping pliers, and a cable cutter.
Do I need blocking? What about stairs?
Provide 3 in of solid blocking at posts. Stairs include a 32-36 degree bracket. Use stair wedges or swivel brackets for other angles.
Is it code compliant?
Built to meet and exceed typical residential and commercial guard needs. Cables are 3 in on center to help meet the 4 in sphere rule when tensioned. Check local code.
Is the black cable painted?
No. The cable is chemically blackened and does not leave oily residue.
Will it hold up near water?
There is no AAMA 2605 coastal finish option. For harsh salt exposure, ask before you buy.
