Fail Safe Hanger
Price range: $23.50 through $44.23
The Fail Safe Hanger – Build a Better Range
- Universal: Works with almost any plate 6″ and over.
- Heavy Duty: Holds 100 lbs+; made from 1/4″ A36 steel.
- No More Walk: T-post clamp keeps your steel exactly where you put it.
- Loudest Hits: Single-point mounting for the best “CLANG” in the game.
- Field Ready: Built-in wrenches mean one less tool in your range bag.
- Stackable: Mount multiple plates to a single post for complex drills.
Description
FAIL SAFE HANGER: The Ultimate Multi-Plate Solution
Stop losing your targets to “hanger walk” or heavy fire. Originally built to keep light plates (under 10 lbs) from being blasted off standard hangers by medium rifle rounds, the Fail Safe Hanger has evolved into our most versatile mounting system. Whether it’s our steel or the competition’s, this hanger grips tight and rings loud.
- Maximum Versatility: Fits any plate 6″ and larger, supporting 100 lbs+.
- Superior Sound: Single-point mounting ensures a massive, clear CLANG with every hit.
- Rock Solid: Built from 1/4″ A36 steel with an integrated T-post clamp to prevent walking.
- Smart Design: Built-in wrenches for the T-post clamp and the 1 1/2″ Grade 8 carriage bolt.
- Expandable: Stackable design allows for multiple targets on a single T-post.
- Universal Fit: Compatible with all forged T-posts.
FINISH OPTIONS:
Unfinished – paint it yourself and save
Powder Coated – High Visibility Orange (discontinued when existing supply is gone)
Mounting Options
- “Plate Mounting Kit” includes: 1 1/2″ GRADE 8 bolt, nut and T post clamp
Fail Safe Hanger info
The Fail Safe Hanger is a very versatile hanger that can be used for all plate sizes 6″ and over. This hanger was originally designed to retain plates 10 lbs and lighter that could be shot off our STANDARD HANGER by medium rifle rounds. This hanger can mount most plates by us or others.
- Fits all FORGED T posts
- Fabricated from 1/4″ A36 steel
- Capable of supporting very heavy plates.
- Designed for plates 6″ and larger.
- Additional T post clamp prevents hanger “walk” with smaller plates.
- Built in wrenches for bolt and T post clamp
- Uses a 1 1/2″ GRADE 8 carriage bolt to mount the plate
- Stackable for multiple plates on a single T post
- Works with most rifle and pistol calibers. (Haven’t tested it with a 50 cal yet)
FINISH OPTIONS:
Unfinished – paint it yourself and save
Powder Coated – High Visibility Orange
Mounting Options
- 1 1/2″ GRADE 8 bolt w/ T post clamp
- T post Clamp prevents hanger “walk” with small plates and big bullets.
Grade 8 Bolt info
GRADE 8 CARRIAGE BOLTS:
Grade 8 carriage bolts are a crucial component for withstanding the immense stress forces generated when high-energy rifle rounds hit plates. These bolts have a high tensile strength of 150,000 psi, surpassing the 60,000 psi of low carbon non-grade bolts commonly found in hardware stores. While grade 8 bolts are not bulletproof and can still be penetrated, they are designed to endure hits more effectively than non-grade bolts.
One notable advantage of using carriage bolts is their low-profile heads, which significantly reduce splatter deflection. Additionally, when paired with square hole plates, carriage bolts eliminate the need for using two wrenches during installation, providing convenience and saving time.
It is important to note that grade 8 carriage bolts may not be readily available at local hardware stores, so it’s advisable to purchase them along with your order to ensure you have the appropriate hardware for your shooting targets.
Target failures can be frustrating, but using grade 8 bolts can greatly reduce the likelihood of such incidents. In a test involving non-grade hardware store carriage bolts, they lasted only about 20 rounds from a 7.62 x 39 rifle at a distance of 50 yards on a 12 x 20 silhouette plate. The failure observed was exactly what grade 8 bolts are designed to prevent, bolt head shearing off resulting in target failure.
In summary, grade 8 carriage bolts provide the necessary strength and durability to withstand the forces generated by high-energy rifle rounds hitting plates. Their use, combined with low-profile heads and compatibility with square hole plates, contributes to a safer shooting experience with reduced splatter deflection.
T Post info
T Posts are manufactured from recycled railroad steel and are available in a variety of weights 0.95lbs, 1.25 lbs. & 1.33lbs, etc. per foot. The post is designed in a “T” configuration, has studs every 2-1/2 inches to help support the fence, and includes a 7 in. long by 3 in. wide steel anchor plate to stabilize the post in the ground. Our T Post hangers are designed for 1.25 and 1.33 lb / ft T Posts.
- Manufactured from rail steel
- Weight 1.25 lbs. per lin. ft., including the anchor plate (most common)
- Coated with rust-resistant green enamel paint for corrosion protection
- Should be driven into the ground a minimum of 12 in.
- Use Fence Post Driver or sledge hammer to drive post into the ground.
- Using a sledge hammer can deform the post making hanger installation difficult.
- Available at most farm and hardware stores. Home Depot and Lowes.
TIPS:
- Inspect the top of posts for deformation before purchasing. During manufacturing they are cut to length while hot and the ends can become deformed making installing the hanger difficult. Some deformation is normal, look for twisted or very obvious deformations.
- When installing for temporary use or light target loads in firm ground, pound the post deep enough to engage the fin at least halfway. This will make removing the post easier.
- Make life easier and get a T Post pounder.
- Make life even easier and get a T Post puller. For hard ground or deep posts, this tool is a lifesaver.
- BUY LOCALLY! T post are available everywhere and cost more to ship than they are worth.
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