ZIPBOLT SLIPFIX STAIR CONNECTOR FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

In this Pear Stairs guide, we explain how to fit the zipbolt stair connectors in their various applications.

Zipbolt Angled Slipfix Kit 

For use when attaching a handrail between two newel posts on the rake.

Step 1

Insert the keyhole plate into the newel post and attach shaft to gear housing in handrail.

Step 2

Attach handrail to newel post by sliding disc end of shaft into keyhole plate.

Step 3

Tension using 5mm hex bit with lever ratchet or allen key.

Zipbolt Straight Slipfix Kit

For use when attaching a handrail between two newel posts on a landing

Step 1

Set the keyhole plate in newel post and fix shaft gear housing in handrail

Step 2

Attach handrail to newel post by aligning the shaft to the keyhole plate

Step 3

Tension the gear housing using either a hand ratchet or allen key

Zipbolt Newel Post Fastener

For securing a newel post to the ground by either chemical resin or screwing into a wooded joist.

Application 1 (For fastening into concrete)

Application 2 (For fastening into wooden joists)

Zipbolt Rail Bolt Connector

For joining handrail to handrail in continuous balustrade applications

Step 1

Insert bolt into first section of handrail or continuous handrail fitting (i.e. volute/up easing etc), then attach the other section to the other end of the bolt.

Step 2

Secure the housing in place underneath the rail with the 5mm drive bit for tensioning.

Zipbolt Full Mitre Connector

For corner applications where the landing is offset from the staircase.

Step 1

Drill a hole in both sections of rail to accommodate the connector, using a saw cut the angle in both rails to allow for the corner connection. Insert the bolt into the first section, leaving the corner of the connector exposed, secure with the 5mm drive bit on the underside of the rail.

Step 2

Insert the remaining half of the connector into the other rail, and secure from underneath the same as previously.

Zipbolt Micro Connector

For joining handrail to handrail in continuous balustrade applications – ideal for small and slim handrail profiles or boards.

Step 1

Insert bolt into first section of handrail or continuous handrail fitting (i.e. volute/up easing etc), then attach the other section to the other end of the bolt.

Step 2

Secure the housing in place underneath the rail with the 5mm drive bit for tensioning.