Muzata Cable Railing System: WoodBudget User Guide | MZZ689

The Muzata Cable Railing System: WoodBudget User Guide provides detailed instructions on how to install and use the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System. This simplified cable railing system is designed to provide a neat and clean look for wood frames, while also being budget-friendly. The system replaces the complex turnbuckle with two simple lag screws, making it easy to install and maintain. The guide provides information on the components of the system, including posts, handrails, cable infilling solutions, wire ropes, cable terminals, and optional components. It also includes general steps for cable infilling installation, as well as specific instructions for installing intermediate posts and corner solutions. Before starting the installation process, users are advised to consult their local office for building codes and to estimate a budget. The guide also includes tips for using electric tools safely and reminders to follow the sequence for tightening the cables. If users have any questions or need help with planning, designing, or budgeting, they can contact Muzata’s experts for assistance. Overall, this user guide is a valuable resource for anyone looking to install and use the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System.

Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System

Overview

WoodBudget is a simplified cable railing system with a terrific neat look for wood frames. It replaces the complex turnbuckle with two simple lag screws. Not only to make it simple but also cut down the budget. We have a regular version CK17 and an invisible version CB24. Both work for level and stair railings with our custom angle drill guides.

Components

02-1 Posts 4″ x 4″ or larger wood posts

Notes

• It is recommended to buy wood posts from local stores since it will be cheaper without freight and packaging fees.
• This system also works for your existing wood frame. Just replace the infilling with cable railing materials.
  

Handrails
Any handrails would work
Cable infilling solutions
Here are two terminal options for your choice. Each of them has two optional colors, natural color, and black.

Color

Component

| Natural| Black
---|---|---
Wire rope| WR01/WR02| WR17/WR19
Terminal| CK17 SN6| CK17 BD6
Level protector sleeve| CR13 SN6| CR13 BD6
Adhesive sleeve| CR68| CR67 BA1

Color

Components

| Natural| Black
---|---|---
Wire rope| WR01/WR02| WR17/WR19
Terminal| CB24 SN6| CB24 BD6
Adhesive sleeve| CR75 CR67| CR75 BA1 CR67 BA1

Wire ropes

The following cables could work for this system

T304 stainless steel wire rope 1/8” Black vinyl coated T304 stainless steel wire rope 1/8” thru 3/16”. For both indoor and outdoor projects T316 stainless steel wire rope 1/8” Blackened T316 stainless steel wire rope 1/8”. Only for indoor projects

Notes

• We have two ways of packing. Wire rope in reel would be easier to control after you open it while wire rope in roll is cheaper.
• The cable in the roll is recommended to open in a bucket, which could help to control the cable as it expands.
• 1/8” are recommended for code compliance in most states.
•  We also have to wire ropes with 5/32″ or 3/16″ sizes, vinyl-coated cables, and blackened cables for your choice. Please search “muzata WP1″ to find more. And remember that you should use terminals of the same size to go with wire ropes. For example, a 1/8″ cable should go with 1/8” terminals.
  

Cable terminals

Cable terminals will fix the cable on posts and fasten the cable to get enough tension as safeguards. Please check the following images to see where and how they are used for. Cable railing kit
CK17 – right & left lag screw cable railing kit for wood posts
CB24 – Patent invisible lag screw kit for wood posts
Protector sleeve
CR13- To protect the level holes Adhesive sleeve
CR75 /CR65/CR66 – To cover the level holes
CR67 – To cover the angle holes Protector sleeve
CR68 – To protect the angle holes

Notes
Concrete wall – if you need to install terminals on concrete/brick/stone walls
please use our expansion tensioner CB25 (1/8”) / CB26(3/16”)
If you need the terminal of 5/32″ or 3/16″, please use our patent terminal CK26(5/32″), CK27(3/16″)

Tools

Cable cutter CR12
For cable cutting

Hydraulic hand crimper CR09
For swaging the terminals

Drill guide CT21
Help you to drill accurate holes.

Optional components

Post cap WT06 Foot cover WT07

How to find the products?

1. Click on the model number with the link (blue) on this file to open the web page
2. Search “muzata + model number” , like muzata CK17

Installation

Things to Know Before You Get Started

• Please consult your local office for building codes and make sure you know all the requirements of the codes. Some states might have special rules of their own. You should choose carefully to comply with them. We can’t promise everything to comply with all the codes of every state.
• It is recommended to do some planning work and estimate a budget. Please contact us if you need help with that. You might want to buy a few more materials than expected since some materials could be used by operation mistakes. Especially swage terminals and wire ropes.
• It is suggested to be 2 personal project.
• When electric instruments（Electric drill, Cutting Machine） are used in the installation process, please be careful.
• Please be careful when operating electric tools（power drill, cutting machine) and ask for help if you are not familiar with these tools.

Cable infilling installation

General steps Measure and mark
Divide the height of the post into equal sections (3″ recommended) for each run and mark with a pencil. Drill a guide hole
Drill a guide hole of 7/32″ for the lag screw. Use CT19 drill guide to make sure the hole is straight and level.

Measure the cable
Use the cable to measure the span between the inner side of two end posts. Mark point B with a pen. Remember to keep the cable straight.

Trim and cut
Subtract the trim length (about 2 5/8 inch) and mark point C. Cut on point C to get the correct length. The trim length is based on general conditions. Sometimes you might need to adjust it according to your project.

Swage
Place the cable end into CK17. Swage both terminal tight enough to fix the cable with hydraulic crimper CT01.Crimp twice to make sure the cable won’t slip out while tightening.

Install CK17
Screw both sides of CK17 into the posts .

Tensioning
Tighten the cable with the attached wrench. Rotate the two terminals synchronously if you have a partner. If not, please take turns to rotate each side.

Intermediate posts related

Level intermediate posts Drill straight holes with 7mm drill bit and drill guide CT19

1. Put CR13 in
2. Let the cable goes through
   

Angle intermediate posts

1. Choose the closest angle on the drill guide according to your stair angle.

2. Drill accurate angle holes with CT19

3. Put CR68 in

4. Let the cable goes through

Corner solution

Single post

Option1： Use two terminals on adjacent sides of the post.

Option 2: An adjacent pre-drilled post to go with 2 protector sleeves CR69 to bear force and let the cable go through the corner. The size of corner post must no less than 4″ x 4″.

Two posts

Option 1: End the cable line at the corner and start a new one

Option 2: Use level protector sleeve CR13 to bear force and the the cable go through the two posts with a 45° angle. Notes

1. Please follow the sequence to tighten the cables as shown in the left image.
2. For swage tensioners, please preserve some tensioning range in case the cable gets loose due to temperature change in years.
3. Remember to leave enough length of cable before cutting to make sure the lag screw completely hidden in the post.
4. Install infilling on stairs is pretty much the same as level sections.
5. If your local building code requires 4″ sphere test. The tension is recommended to be around 200 lbs to pass the test. You can buy a tension gauge from online or local store.

Reach us

If you are a beginner or not sure about how to do it. Please feel free to contact us. Our experts can do all the planning, designing and budget work for you without extra charging. Then you can follow the shopping list to buy all the materials in 3 minutes.

Congratulations !You’re done

Specifications

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Handrails| N/A| N/A| N/A| Any handrails would work
Cable infilling solutions| WR01/WR02, WR17/WR19| 1/8” (thru 3/16” for outdoor projects)| Natural or Black| Other sizes and vinyl-coated/blackened cables available
Cable terminals| CK17 SN6, CK17 BD6, CB24 SN6, CB24 BD6| 1/8”| Natural or Black| Use terminals of the same size as wire ropes
Protector sleeve| CR13 SN6, CR13 BD6, CR68| N/A| N/A| To protect level/angle holes
Adhesive sleeve| CR67 BA1, CR75, CR75 BA1, CR65, CR66| N/A| N/A| To cover level/angle holes
Optional components| WT06, WT07| N/A| N/A| Post cap and foot cover
Tools| CR12, CR09, CT21| N/A| N/A| Cable cutter, hydraulic hand crimper, drill guide

FAQ’s

What is the Muzata Cable Railing System: WoodBudget User Guide?

The Muzata Cable Railing System: WoodBudget User Guide is a detailed instruction manual on how to install and use the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System.

What is the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System?

The Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System is a simplified cable railing system designed to provide a neat and clean look for wood frames while also being budget-friendly.

What are the components of the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System?

The components of the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System include posts, handrails, cable infilling solutions, wire ropes, cable terminals, and optional components.

What kind of posts can be used with the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System?

4″ x 4″ or larger wood posts can be used with the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System.

Can any handrails be used with the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System?

Yes, any handrails can be used with the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System.

What are the two terminal options for the cable infilling solutions?

The two terminal options for the cable infilling solutions are CK17 SN6 and CK17 BD6.

What are the wire rope options for the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System?

The wire rope options for the Muzata WoodBudget Cable Railing System include T304 stainless steel wire rope 1/8″, black vinyl coated T304 stainless steel wire rope 1/8″ thru 3/16″, and T316 stainless steel wire rope 1/8″.

What tools are required for installation?

The tools required for installation include a cable cutter, hydraulic hand crimper, and drill guide.

How do I install intermediate posts?

For level intermediate posts, drill straight holes with a 7mm drill bit and drill guide CT19. Put CR13 in and let the cable go through. For angle intermediate posts, choose the closest angle on the drill guide according to your stair angle. Drill accurate angle holes with CT19. Put CR68 in and let the cable go through.

How do I install corner solutions?

For a single post, use two terminals on adjacent sides of the post or use an adjacent pre-drilled post to go with 2 protector sleeves CR69 to bear force and let the cable go through the corner. For two posts, end the cable line at the corner and start a new one or use level protector sleeve CR13 to bear force and let the cable go through the two posts with a 45° angle.

What should I do before starting the installation process?

Before starting the installation process, consult your local office for building codes and make sure you know all the requirements of the codes. Estimate a budget and contact Muzata’s experts for assistance if needed. Plan carefully and buy a few more materials than expected since some materials could be used by operation mistakes. Be careful when operating electric tools and ask for help if you are not familiar with these tools.

What should I keep in mind during the installation process?

Follow the sequence to tighten the cables as shown in the left image. For swage tensioners, preserve some tensioning range in case the cable gets loose due to temperature change in years. Leave enough length of cable before cutting to make sure the lag screw is completely hidden in the post. Install infilling on stairs is pretty much the same as level sections. If your local building code requires a 4″ sphere test, the tension is recommended to be around 200 lbs to pass the test.

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