Product Description
C1 Maxi Standard (Strip Galvanized) Line Posts
Manufacturer: Consortium SPA (Italy)
Premium galvanized steel vineyard trellis posts with integrated notches and hooks for complete wire management. Durable, cost-effective line posts designed for mechanical harvesting compatibility and easy installation.
Technical Specifications
- Profile Dimensions: 60mm x 40mm (2.36" x 1.57")
- Steel Grade: High-strength structural steel
- Coating: Strip galvanized (18-25µ zinc per side)
- Available Configurations:
- 8'2" x 0.071" (2.5m x 1.8mm): (3) pairs "N" style notches + (9) pairs recessed hooks | Weight: 10.5 lbs
- 9' x 0.071" (2.74m x 1.8mm): (3) pairs "N" style notches + (11) pairs recessed hooks | Weight: 11.2 lbs
- 9' x 0.079" (2.75m x 2.0mm): (3) pairs "N" style notches + (11) pairs recessed hooks | Weight: 12.1 lbs
- Wire Management: All configurations feature "N" style notches (4" centers) for fixed wires and recessed hooks for moveable catch wires
Engineering Features
- 32mm Open Channel Design: Central channel protects against mechanical shock from harvesters, interceps, and plows while facilitating installation in difficult soils
- Integrated Back Ribs: Longitudinal reinforcement ribs combine flexibility with exceptional mechanical resistance
- Harvester-Friendly Profile: Rolled edges and recessed hooks eliminate sharp corners, preventing damage to beater bars and harvesting equipment
- Lightning Protection: Steel construction provides direct ground path for electrical discharge
- Corrosion Performance: 10-25 year service life in non-acidic soils (pH >6.5)
Installation & Performance
- Maximum Post Spacing: 18' (dependent on crop load, soil conditions, and training system)
- Installation Method: Hand-drivable or pneumatic post driver compatible
- Soil Compatibility: Optimized for neutral to alkaline soils; not recommended for pH <6.5
- Accessories: Compatible with VCTSR-C1MAXI wire spreaders and stainless steel fixed wire clips
Comparative Analysis Summary
|
Post 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 |
Variable |
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 strategies
