Anchors a timber post
The saddle ties a timber post to its concrete footing and keeps the end grain off the concrete and away from standing water.
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Rebar Carport Saddle
Rebar Carport Saddle is a U-shaped steel post base with a ribbed rebar leg welded underneath. The leg is set into the concrete footing, the timber post drops into the saddle, and bolts pass through the side plates, so the post stands clear of the concrete. Saddles are made to order to the post section and footing detail: request a quote with the post size, quantity and finish.
At a glance
Rebar Carport Saddle at a glance.
Saddle and rebar leg
Two side plates rise from a base, with a ribbed bar welded beneath it. The bar is set into wet concrete and locks into the footing.
Fitted to the post
Saddle width, plate height and hole positions follow the post and bolts shown on the drawing.
Cast in first, post in after
The rebar leg is pushed into the footing while the concrete is wet, then set to line and level. Once the concrete has cured, the timber post drops into the saddle and is bolted through the side plates.
Common applications
Where it is used.
Carports
Carport posts stand on individual footings, each with a saddle set to the same line and height.
Pergolas and verandas
Garden and house-side structures fix their posts on footings without burying the timber.
Decks and boardwalks
Raised timber decks carry their bearer posts on saddles set into pad footings.
Questions answered
Common questions.
What else is a rebar carport saddle called?
In the US it is sold as a post base or concrete post anchor. In the UK it is a post shoe or post anchor, and in Australia a post stirrup.
How is a rebar carport saddle set into the footing?
The rebar leg is pushed into the footing while the concrete is still wet, with the saddle set to line, level and the post spacing on the plan. The timber post is fitted and bolted through the side plates once the concrete has cured.
A post base made to the post
Saddles are made to order to the post section and bolt pattern on your drawing by a qualified manufacturing partner.
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Made to your requirement
This is a made-to-order product
There is no standard size or published specification. Each order is made to your drawing, sample or requirement by a qualified manufacturing partner. Request a quote with the dimensions, quantity, finish and US delivery location, and the GV team will review it with you before pricing.
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