Product Description
C1 Maxi Corten (Weathering Steel) Line Posts
Manufacturer: Consortium SPA (Italy)
Premium weathering steel vineyard posts offering superior corrosion resistance with natural rust patina development. Corten steel line posts provide maintenance-free protection with 10-30 year service life, significantly outlasting regular steel. Self-weathering finish creates attractive rustic appearance, making them particularly appealing for vineyard tourism operations and heritage installations.
Technical Specifications
- Profile Dimensions: 60mm x 40mm (2.36" x 1.57")
- Steel Grade: COR-TEN® weathering steel (high-strength low-alloy)
- Coating: Self-protecting oxide patina formation
- Wall Thickness: 1.8mm standard
- Wire Management:
- (3) pairs "N" style notches (4" centers) for fixed wires
- (9) pairs recessed hooks for moveable catch wires (8'2" length)
- (11) pairs recessed hooks for moveable catch wires (8'10½" length)
- Weight: 10.5 lbs (8'2" x 1.8mm)
- Standard Lengths: 8'2" (2.5m), 8'10½" (2.7m)
Engineering Features
- Self-Protecting Patina: Forms stable rust barrier that prevents further corrosion progression
- Aesthetic Integration: Develops natural rust appearance that blends with vineyard environment
- Tourism Appeal: Popular in wine tourism regions for authentic, weathered appearance
- Maintenance-Free: No coating maintenance required once patina establishes (6-18 months)
- Environmental Resistance: Exceeds standard steel performance in atmospheric exposure
Installation & Performance
- Maximum Post Spacing: 18' (weathering steel maintains structural properties)
- Installation Method: Hand-drivable or pneumatic driver compatible
- Soil Compatibility: CRITICAL - pH >6.5 required; NOT suitable for acidic soils
- Service Life: 10-30 years depending on environmental conditions
- Visual Development: Initial bright steel weathers to characteristic rust patina over first season.
Comparative Analysis Summary
All steel posts provide mechanical harvester compatibility and lightning protection. Wood posts offer traditional aesthetics and proven field performance. Selection should consider soil pH, aesthetic requirements, installation resources, and long-term maintenance strategiesPost Type
Soil Compatibility
Service Life
Installation
Aesthetics
Cost Position
C1 Maxi Standard
Non-acidic (pH >6.5)
10-25 years
Hand/Pneumatic
Industrial
Economy
C1 Maxi HDG
Universal
35-40 years
Pneumatic
Industrial
Premium
C1 Maxi Corten
Non-acidic (pH >6.5)
10-30 years
Hand/Pneumatic
Weathered
Mid-Premium
C1 Maxi Zincor
Universal
30+ years
Pneumatic
Weathered
Premium
MG48M
Most soils
15-25 years
Hand/Pneumatic
Industrial
Standard
Wood CCA
Universal
20-30 years
Mechanical
Traditional
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