“Very good product…mounts posts as needed ..I would recommend this product to others Fast shipping…high quality” – By Don Lightle
It’s North America’s favorite wood post anchor… for a lot of reasons. Now you can build a wood railing system on virtually any Surface, Fast and Easy that Looks Better, Lasts Longer and can be used in residential code compliant wood deck railings when installing as directed.
Attention: The 8 deck screws that are sold separately are for wood or composite surfaces, not concrete. Please use either Tapcon or GRK concrete screws, sold separately.
Use with 4×4, 4×6, 6×6, 8×8 wood posts on wood or composite decks, stairs, patios, concrete or any other hard surfaces.
You’re going to love it.
| Model | TIPR4402 – Black powder coat over hot zinc |
| Material | Formed/Welded sheet steel |
| Post Size | 3.5” to 4” (89mm to 100mm) |
| Dimensions | Base: 5/8” H x 5” W x 5” L (16mm x 128mm x128mm) |
| Weight | 1.4 lbs |
| Fasteners | Use (4) 3/8”x5 hex head lag screws, minimum (8) #14×4, No.3 square or T27 drive screws. |
| Recommended Uses & Code Compliance | Deck posts, support columns, pergola or gazebo posts. This product is for private residential use only. It is not for commercial, industrial or apartment building applications. It is not intended to be used as a stand alone post or built in a railing where it is acting as a stand alone post. Post braces are available. It has been tested for certain limited residential railing configurations. Please read the Engineering Reports for guidance and suitability of your intended use. Before using this product, engage a local engineer or inspector to review our engineering reports to determine suitability for your application. Building codes can vary and our reports may not apply in your area. |
| Composite Decking | Pre-drill screw holes before driving screws into composite decking. Composite and synthetic boards are very dense and if holes are not pre-drilled you may snap off the head of the screw. Also pre-drilling holes on wood or composite deck boards anytime a screw will be driven very close to the edge of a board. This will prevent the board from splitting. |
| Recommended Wood Species | For best performance and ease of installation use with species ranging from cedar, spruce, redwood, pine, hem-fir with moisture content (m.c.) of 12%-20%. To comply with residential engineering guidelines, do not use any species with specific gravity (density) less than the lowest of the above recommended species (SPF). |
| Other Species | Douglas fir – ensure cutting edge of tube is sharp and m.c. not less than 12%. Otherwise, install as if hardwood. |
| Hardwoods | Requires hole saw and Forstner bit installation technique as tube can not be impaled into wood easily. |
| Model | TIPR4602 – Black powder coat over hot zinc |
| Material | Formed/Welded sheet steel |
| Post Size | 3.5” to 4” (89mm to 100mm) |
| Dimensions | Base: 5/8” H x 5” W x 7.5” L (16mm x 128mm x181mm) |
| Weight | 2.4 lbs |
| Fasteners | Use (4) 3/8”x5 hex head lag screws, minimum (8) #14×4, No.3 square or T27 drive screws. |
| Recommended Uses & Code Compliance | Deck posts, support columns, pergola or gazebo posts. This product is for private residential use only. It is not for commercial, industrial or apartment building applications. It is not intended to be used as a stand alone post or built in a railing where it is acting as a stand alone post. Post braces are available. It has been tested for certain limited residential railing configurations. Please read the Engineering Reports for guidance and suitability of your intended use. Before using this product, engage a local engineer or inspector to review our engineering reports to determine suitability for your application. Building codes can vary and our reports may not apply in your area. |
| Composite Decking | Pre-drill screw holes before driving screws into composite decking. Composite and synthetic boards are very dense and if holes are not pre-drilled you may snap off the head of the screw. Also pre-drilling holes on wood or composite deck boards anytime a screw will be driven very close to the edge of a board. This will prevent the board from splitting. |
| Model | TIPR6602 – Black powder coat over hot zinc |
| Material | Formed/Welded sheet steel |
| Post Size | 5.5” to 6″ (140mm to 152mm) |
| Dimensions | Base: 5/8” H x 7.5” W x 7.5” L (16mm x 190mm x190mm) |
| Weight | 2.75 lbs |
| Fasteners | For residential engineering guidelines use (4) 3/8”x5 hex head lag screws, minimum (6) #14×3, No.3 square drive screws or 1/4×3” hex head lag screws. Use only a No. 3 Square Drive bit or you may strip the drive head. |
| Recommended Uses & Code Compliance | Deck posts, support columns, pergola or gazebo posts. This product is for private residential use only. It is not for commercial, industrial or apartment building applications. It is not intended to be used as a stand alone post or built in a railing where it is acting as a stand alone post. Post braces are available. It has been tested for certain limited residential railing configurations. Please read the Engineering Reports for guidance and suitability of your intended use. Before using this product, engage a local engineer or inspector to review our engineering reports to determine suitability for your application. Building codes can vary and our reports may not apply in your area. |
| Composite Decking | Residential deck railing 36”-42” high, pergola or gazebo posts, support posts. Maximum post spacing: 6′ for 36″ 4×4 posts; 4′ for 42″ 4×4 posts; 8′ for 36″ 6×6 posts; 6′ for 42″ 6×6 posts. See Engineering Reports for horizontal, compression and tension loads. |
| Recommended Wood Species | For best performance and ease of installation use with species ranging from cedar, spruce, redwood, pine, hem-fir with moisture content (m.c.) of 12%-20%. To comply with residential engineering guidelines, do not use any species with specific gravity (density) less than the lowest of the above recommended species (SPF). |
| Other Species | Douglas fir – ensure cutting edge of tube is sharp and m.c. not less than 12%. Otherwise, install as if hardwood. |
| Hardwoods | Requires hole saw and forstner bit installation technique as tube can not be impaled into wood easily. |
| Pre-Drilling | For best performance it is recommended to pre-drill lag screw holes. See How To Guide |
| Concrete Surfaces | Use minimum of 4 GRK Caliburn or Tapcon 1/4″ screws at least 2-1/4″ long. Sold separately. |
| Model | TIPR8802 – Black powder coat over hot zinc |
| Material | Formed/Welded sheet steel |
| Post Size | 7.5” to 8″ (191mm to 203mm) |
| Dimensions | Base: 5/8” H x 9.38” W x 9.38” L (16mm x 239mm x239mm) |
| Weight | 3.9 lbs |
| Fasteners | For residential engineering guidelines use (4) 3/8”x5 hex head lag screws, minimum (6) #14×3, No.3 square drive screws or 1/4×3” hex head lag screws. Anchor will accept 1/2″ diameter lag screws if desired. Use only a No. 3 Square Drive bit or you may strip the drive head. |
| Recommended Uses & Code Compliance | Residential deck railing 36”-42” high, pergola or gazebo posts, support posts. Maximum post spacing: 6′ for 36″ 4×4 posts; 4′ for 42″ 4×4 posts; 8′ for 36″ 6×6 posts; 6′ for 42″ 6×6 posts. 8×8 posts refer to 6×6 standards. See Engineering Reports for horizontal, compression and tension loads. |
| Composite Decking | Pre-drill screw holes before driving screws into composite decking. Composite and synthetic boards are very dense and if holes are not pre-drilled you may snap off the head of the screw. Also pre-drilling holes on wood or composite deck boards anytime a screw will be driven very close to the edge of a board. This will prevent the board from splitting. |
| Recommended Wood Species | For best performance and ease of installation use with species ranging from cedar, spruce, redwood, pine, hem-fir with moisture content (m.c.) of 12%-20%. To comply with residential engineering guidelines, do not use any species with specific gravity (density) less than the lowest of the above recommended species. |
| Other Species | Douglas fir – ensure cutting edge of tube is sharp and m.c. not less than 12%. Otherwise, install as if hardwood. |
| Hardwoods | Requires hole saw and forstner bit installation technique as tube can not be impaled into wood easily. See How To Guide |
| Pre-Drilling | For best performance it is recommended to pre-drill lag screw holes. See How To Guide |
| Concrete Surfaces | Use minimum of 4 GRK Caliburn or Tapcon 1/4″ screws at least 2-1/4″ long. Sold separately. |
The 4×4 and 4×6: Use an off the shelf 1 ¼”x2″ hole saw to cut a pilot cut for the tube.
The 6×6 and 8×8: Use an off the shelf 1 ¾”x2″ hole saw to cut a pilot cut for the tube.
A sharp-edged, lightweight, rigid tube cuts deep into the core of the wood post and diverts enough load away from the screws to increase the overall load resistance. It is now possible for a surface-mounted anchor to be used for residential code-compliant wood railings.
A truly innovative and effective solution.
This model will work with posts between 3-½” and 4″ square.
This model works with nominal 4×6 posts and up to true 4″x 6″.
Great for railings, pergolas, pavillions and support columns. Secures posts between 5-½” and 6″ square.
The model is often used for large timber construction projects and secures posts between 7-¼” to 8″ square.
The collar releases using a slot screwdriver.
Stain or paint around the base quickly and easily. No need to use tape.
Just slide and lock the collar down when you are done
The Titan Post Anchor has been independently tested by world-renowned engineering firm Intertek for residential compliance in the United States and Canada when installed at recommended post height and spacing.
The USA tests have been carried out in accordance with AC273 for Handrails and Guards as set out by the IRC. Canadian tests have been done in accordance with the Canadian Building Code with applicability for all ten provinces.
For a copy of the sealed engineering reports including compression and tension testing click here.
Installing the Post Anchor on a common softwood post. Let’s get going.
Get yourself a suitable size post. The post anchor was designed to work with common Spruce, Pine Fir lumber available at your local lumberyard. But it also works with Cedar, Redwood and exotic hardwoods.
To properly secure the post anchor to a wood surface, ensure that there is wood blocking like a 2×6 or 2×8 below the deck boards and between the joist.
Pre-drill the screw holes if they are too close to the edge of a board to prevent splitting.
The same principle applies to composite and synthetic deck boards. It’s a good idea to pre-drill the screw holes so the screws can drive in easier without snapping off the heads.
The composite and synthetic material can be very dense and sometimes similar to hardwoods.
Set one screw to secure the anchor while pre-drilling the other holes. Drill 1/2″ deeper than the length of the screw.
Once the holes are drilled, remove the template anchor and position the post and anchor over the holes for attachment.
One concrete screw per corner is enough to keep the post and anchor secure given the pull-out resistance of each screw.
Download a full-size copy of the Warranty.
I used the 4X4 post anchor when building a new railing. I STRONGLY recommend the hammer tool to assist in hammering in the anchor. I was pleased on how they turned out and the ease of use. The only of not is to make sure that when you hammer the anchor into your 4X4 make sure it is square so your posts are square with each other. It may take laying the whole assembly on the floor and using a large hammer to “adjust” the anchor so it is square to the post. Overall I would recommend their usage. They added to my project cost but it looks much cleaner and more important, the wife is happy.
Larry R.
I could not be more pleased. These anchors are great. I mounted porch rails on concrete. I used the recommended bolts to connect the anchor to the post, then used tap cons to connect the anchor to the concrete. This resulted in a greatly stable porch railing. I’ve used these anchors and skirts on two jobs so far. Should I find the need again, I will definitely use Titan anchors.
Mr. X
Elaine P.
Kathleen
I was hesitant about using the anchors in concrete for the bottom post of a porch handrail. After an email exhange from the company, I decided to give it a try. It works very well with good rigidity and support for the rail. I would definitely use this product again and recommend it.
Ray V.
Matt C.
I used the 6×6 Post Anchor to mount a 6×6 wood post to concrete. The 8 holes on the outside are small so used concrete screws, pre-drilled and used caulk as lubricant/glue. Bought a 1.75″ drill bit from Amazon for $15.31 to drill the hole (MKMorse) to 1 7/8″ deep, normal hole saws go to 1 3/8″. Since you are sledging the round tube several inches deep into the post, i don’t think the extra 1/2″ makes that much difference.I ordered directly from Titan but it turns out that my local Ace Hardware can get these, in fact they had a display sample.Has a bit of flex, but not much. This is way better than a Simpson strong-tie solution, both in strength and looks.
Matthew G.
Steven S.
Alex C.
Anchored 4- 4 x 4 decorative post to concrete for a stand alone 4ft. high decorative wooden fence to seperate the driveway from the patio. Very strong and stands firm on it’s own. Did not want to run posts all the way up to the top of breezeway ceiling. Just what I needed. I drilled out the anchor bolt holes to 3/8″ for strength and used 3/8″ wedge anchors in the concrete. Sweeeeet!!!!!!!!
Scott M.
James M.
Mitch P.
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Our mission has always been to deliver solutions that look great and perform to higher standards. So we try hard to remove redundant materials, to hide fasteners, and to deliver it all in a form that looks beautiful and stands out from the crowd. It is just one more way we are trying hard to help you succeed.
