NU-CABLE High Tension Barrier System
The NU-CABLE High Tension Cable Barrier System offers a unique combination of TL-3 and TL-4 crash-test proven protection and visual appeal in both median and right-side guide rail applications. Plus the added bonus of a 50 to 75% cost saving versus traditional W-beam and concrete barriers, and up to 20% savings over other high-tension cable systems.
System features include:
- Deflection ranges of 5.25’ to 9.81’. Deflection can be varied to meet road/terrain requirements.
- Available in both 3-cable (TL-) and 4-cable (TL-4) designs.
- Easy to maintain and repair – lower installation costs are augmented by continuing savings.
- Utilizes strong (up to 100 KSI yield strength) yet economical 4-lb. or 5-lb. Nucor Marion Steel RIB-BAK U-channel breakaway steel posts, galvanized for long life.
- Posts can be driven in soil, installed in direct-driven steel socketed foundations, or installed in concrete socket foundations.
- Cables and posts attached with unique locking hook bolts that absorb energy during crashes.
- Utilizes cost-effective standard ¾” steel cables, tensioned up to 5,600 lbs. (25KN). Cables are tensioned on site and tension can be customized by installers to meet site needs.
- NCHRP 350-approved system that tested superior in deflection tests to competitive cable system that uses plastic inserts instead of hook bolts.
- Anchored at both ends into FHWA approved Cable Release Posts.
- Visually appealing see-through system allows for better driver visibility and snow pass through.
- 50 to 75% cost saving versus traditional W-beam and concrete barriers.
- Can be repaired after being hit in as quickly as 30 minutes.
- Post Spacing: 6.6′ to 20′.
NU-CABLE TL-3 | NU-CABLE TL-4 | |
RIB-BAK U-Channel | 4 or 5 lb./ft. Nucor Grade SP-80 | 4 lb./ft. Nucor Grade SP-80 |
Top Cable Height | 29 1/2” | 41” |
Number of Cables | 3 or 4 | 4 |
NCHRP 350 Tested | TL-3 Compliant | TL-4 Compliant |
Foundation Type | Direct Drive, Concrete Socketed or Direct Drive Steel Socket | Concrete Socketed or Direct Drive Steel Socket |
Slopes | Up to 6:1 | 4:1 |