• Black Level Fitting With Lag - Keuka Cable
  • Black Level Fitting With Lag - Keuka Cable
  • Black Level Fitting With Lag - Keuka Cable
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Black Level Fitting With Lag

Black Level Fitting With Lag

$37.00 USD
$37.00 USD
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Included

  • 1 qty blackened stainless level fitting 
  • 1 qty threaded ratchet stud
  • 1 qty jaw
  • 1 qty lag end (choose length)

The Ultimate Tool-Free Fitting for Wood Posts

Secure your cable railing to wood posts with the speed and simplicity of the Keuka Level Fitting with Lag End. This fitting combines our patented, tool-free technology with an integrated lag screw, creating a direct, powerful, and clean connection to any wood frame.

Like all Keuka hardware, this fitting is completely swageless and installs by hand, allowing you to achieve a professional result without special crimpers or swagers. It’s the perfect solution for both DIY homeowners and professional contractors who need a reliable and aesthetically pleasing installation for level cable runs.

  • Completely Tool-Free Installation: The swageless jaw and stud assembly installs with just your fingers.
  • Designed for Wood Posts: The integrated lag screw provides a robust, direct connection to wood posts (4x4 or larger) and wall frames.
  • Unmatched Adjustability: Use on both ends of your cable for a clean, symmetrical look and double the tensioning capability, ensuring a sag-free railing for life.
  • Lifetime Serviceability: Unlike permanent fittings, this design can be easily disassembled for adjustments or repairs at any time.
  • Patented & USA-Made: Trust in the quality and innovation of a patented system (U.S. Patent No. 10,436,23), proudly made in the USA from marine-grade 316 stainless steel.

Choosing Your Lag Screw Length:
Select the screw length that best fits your project needs.

  • 1.5" Lag Screw: The standard choice for attaching directly to a typical 4x4 or 6x6 wood post.
  • 3.5" Lag Screw: Ideal for wall attachments where you need to penetrate through drywall, sheathing, or siding to securely reach the internal framing.

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Installation

Cable fitting installation is simple and does not require any swaging tools.

Click Here for instructions on handling and care of "black oxide" cable and fittings.

Specifications

  • Item number: K-LFAL-125-B
  • Manufactured by Keuka Studios Inc.
  • Black level fittings are made from 316 stainless steel with a blackened finish*
  • Black level fittings are designed to be used with 1/8 inch diameter blackened stainless steel cable with a 1x19 construction
  • To tension properly, hold cable steady with pliers and twist the fitting body with a 7/16" wrench to approximately 225 lbs of tension
  • Made in the USA

Dimensions

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FAQs

How far apart do I space my cables?

Approximately 3" apart. The general rule is that a 4" ball should not pass through the railing infill. Cables are flexible therefore 3" spacing is recommended.

What is swaging?

To swage (pronounced swaj) is to press a solid fitting or threaded end onto a cable using the force of either a leverage type hand tool or hydraulic press. The tool has dies that shape the fitting to a specific diameter. Also sometimes referred to as a crimper.

What does swageless mean?

A cable fitting that is swageless does not require a swaging tool to install it on a cable. Swageless fittings generally have jaws that "bite" into the cable under tension. All the Keuka fittings are "swageless".

How far apart do I space my posts?

48" maximum distance between posts is recommended. This is also to help prevent cables from separating.

What colors do the cables and fittings come in?

Currently the cables are available in stainless and blackened stainless steel.

What is the best cable size for cable railing?

1/8" diameter is the most commonly used cable diameter. It is also relatively transparent. Larger diameter cables become more difficult to manage as the thicker cable has more spring back force and becomes more difficult to cut and bend on site.

Where are Keuka products made?

Our products are proudly made in the United States. 

How tall should my railing be?

36" measured from the surface of the deck to the top of the railing for most residential applications. 42" is required for commercial applications and also for California residents on guard railing. Guard railing is defined as any railing that presents a fall hazard (30" above ground or higher).

Is cable railing safe for children?

Yes. The flexibility and small diameter of small cable makes it difficult to grasp and climb. Of course no railing is climb proof.

Can cable railings be used outside?

Yes, cable railings can be used inside or outside. Mother nature will cause any product to weather at an accelerated rate which will not be experienced indoors. 

How do you ship your railing parts?

We ship UPS ground delivery.