Chain Link 1 3 8 X 1 3 8 Line Rail Clamp Boulevard Clamp Galvanized Steel
Chain Link Line Rail Clamp Overview
The Chain Link 1 3/8″ x 1 3/8″ Line Rail Clamp, also known as a boulevard clamp, is a steel fitting for connecting a fence rail to a post. It is sized to fit a 1 3/8-inch rail and a 1 3/8-inch post, creating the T-shaped meeting point used in a chain link fence framework. The product title identifies the clamp as galvanized steel, while the listed material specification is steel.
At a rail-to-post junction, a clamp helps bring the two fence components together as a secure, stable connection. This makes it useful when assembling or maintaining a fence section where a horizontal rail meets a post. The fitting’s stated purpose is structural: it forms a strong T-shaped connection between fence rails and posts. It is a practical connection component for projects that need the rail and post to meet at the specified matching sizes.
The clamp is supplied as a two-piece design. Its two parts fit around the connection, supporting straightforward assembly while holding the rail and post together once secured with the required hardware. For buyers, installers, and maintenance teams, confirming the two member sizes before selecting a clamp helps ensure the fitting corresponds to the intended rail-and-post combination. This model is specified for 1 3/8-inch rail and 1 3/8-inch post sizes.
Two-Piece Design and Connection Benefits
The two-piece construction is intended to make the clamp easier to position and assemble around the fence connection. Rather than treating the rail and post as separate framework elements, the clamp brings them together at the junction and provides a secure point of attachment. When correctly matched to the specified sizes and installed with the required carriage hardware, it supports the stable T-shaped connection described for this product.
A dependable rail-to-post connection is valuable during fence installation because rails and posts form connected parts of the fence structure. The clamp provides a dedicated fitting for that meeting point, helping installers complete the assembly with a purpose-made component instead of relying on an unspecified connection method. For replacement work, it can also serve as a matching clamp where the existing rail and post are both 1 3/8 inches, subject to checking the actual parts and installation requirements.
The galvanized steel description in the product title identifies the finish or material presentation of this clamp. This makes it relevant to fence projects that call for galvanized steel fittings. As with any fence hardware, selecting a component based on the actual connection, matching sizes, and suitable installation hardware helps support a consistent assembly. The clamp does not replace the carriage bolt and nut hardware needed to fasten it in place; those items are separate from the clamp.
Specifications and Installation Requirements
Use the specifications below to check that this boulevard clamp suits the intended chain link fence connection. The rail and post sizes are both listed as 1 3/8 inches. Installation requires a 5/16″ x 2″ carriage bolt, along with carriage nuts and bolts as noted in the product details. Nuts and bolts are not included with the clamp, so the required hardware must be sourced separately before installation.
- Product type: Line rail clamp, also called a boulevard clamp
- Material: Steel
- Fits rail size: 1 3/8″
- Fits post size: 1 3/8″
- Installation requirement: 5/16″ x 2″ carriage bolt
- Hardware: Nuts and bolts are not included with the clamp
Before assembly, verify that the rail and post correspond to the stated 1 3/8-inch sizes and that the separately supplied carriage hardware meets the stated installation requirement. Position the two clamp pieces at the rail-and-post junction and use the appropriate carriage hardware to secure the connection. Follow the requirements of the fence project and the hardware being used; the product information does not specify additional torque values or installation dimensions.
Application, Inspection, and Product Notes
This clamp is intended for the rail-to-post junction in a chain link fence assembly. It can be considered for new fence construction, repair, or replacement when the connection requires a 1 3/8-inch rail and a 1 3/8-inch post. Matching those sizes is important: a fitting specified for a different rail or post size may not provide the intended fit. Check the actual components and their condition before beginning work, especially when replacing a clamp in an existing fence.
As part of routine fence maintenance, inspect the rail-to-post area and its fastening hardware when checking the surrounding fence structure. Make sure the clamp remains positioned at the junction and that the carriage hardware is present and appropriately secured for the application. If hardware is missing, damaged, or unsuitable, replace or address it using components appropriate to the project. These practical checks help keep attention on the connection without implying a maintenance schedule or performance rating not specified for the product.
Please note that nuts and bolts are not included with this clamp. The product details identify a 5/16″ x 2″ carriage bolt as required for installation, so plan for separate hardware procurement. Also note that slight variations in manufacturing processes may mean the actual product received differs slightly from the image shown. Review the product and its dimensions upon receipt to confirm it is suitable for the intended rail-and-post connection before installation.