ASI 159 18-Inch Front-Mount Security Grab Bar
The ASI 159 is an 18-inch front-mount security grab bar with a welded bottom closure plate that the manufacturer describes as an anti-ligature feature. Its Type 304 stainless-steel construction and satin finish distinguish it from a standard open grab bar.
Verified specifications
- 18-inch length with 1-1/2-inch-diameter, 18-gauge tubing.
- Type 304 stainless steel with satin-finish exposed surfaces.
- Flanges are 1/8 inch thick, welded to the tube, with three mounting holes per flange.
- The welded bottom closure plate includes a drainage system, according to the manufacturer.
- Front-mounted configuration; mounting fasteners are supplied by others.
Installation guidance
The manufacturer suggests six 1/4-20 Pin Torx button-head machine screws of adequate length, with suitable wall anchors or other mounting hardware selected for the wall conditions. The fastener system and wall mounting must be adequate for the installation. For installation in accordance with the manufacturer’s 2010 ADA Accessibility Standards guidance, position the top of the bar 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; this guidance is not a blanket compliance determination.
