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Model 7479-02
SPECIFICATIONS FOR KIDSTUFF PLAYSYSTEMS COMPONENTS
Ages 2-12 Playsystem, 3 1/2" OD Posts, Steel Decks
POWDER-COATING: Powder-coating is a scratch and chip resistant, extremely
UV-stable outdoor polyester finish that retains its bright, colorful appearance for
years. All steel tubing in the Kidstuff series is powder-coated over galvanizing for
additional rust protection. Welds are treated with a zinc-rich powder, oven treated
before the color coat. Powder-coating is oven-baked until cured. Powder thickness
depends on color, but minimum thickness is 2.8 - 3.0 mils. Every metal part in any
Kidstuff playstructure is powder or ''plastisol'' coated (excluding swing chain and
galvanized bridge support elements).
CLAMP: The Kidstuff clamp is die cast from aluminum alloy in the USA and then
powder-coated. The clamp incorporates a molded-in socket to encompass each
pipe end. Clamp halves attach with 5/16'' x 1-1/4'' socket-head bolts and nylon lock
nuts. Pipe end is held in the clamp socket by a 3/8'' x 1/2'' setscrew. Stainless
expansion pins (1/4'' x 3/4'' to 2'') driven through the socket and into the pipe
provide additional retention security for components where pull-out could
compromise safety or structural integrity. Hardware is stainless steel and is tamperresistant. Every clamp is also secured to each post with pins (above) at job
conclusion to prevent slippage or rotation
FASTENERS: Tamper resistant hardware is used throughout every Kidstuff
system. Fasteners meet or exceed requirements of ASTM 1487-11 section 4. 2ff.
Stainless steel hardware is used almost exclusively (99.5% of applications).
STEEL TUBING: Throughout all Kidstuff structures tubing is high-strength steel,
galvanized, with a zinc-coated interior. After component fabrication all welds are
prefinished with baked-on, zinc-rich polyester powder prior to final color-coat powder
application. Outside diameter (OD) is noted in individual specifications. Typically,
1.16'' OD tubing is a min. 17 ga., 1.31'' OD and 1.50'' is a min. 14 ga., 1.90'' OD and
2.38'' OD are min. 13 ga. Where heavier tubing is employed it is mentioned in the
specifications. All tubing is AMERICAN MADE and meets or exceeds applicable
ASTM specifications.
STEPPING POD: Double-walled, rotationally-molded, UV-stabilized HDPE plastic
with a nominal wall thickness of 1/4", 14" diameter, o/a height 6 1/8". Mounts in
ground to buried stem or onto support poles in Stpping Pod Walk.
STEERING WHEEL: Solid, virtually unbreakable, UV-stabilize HDPE plastic wheel,
3/4” thick and 13” in diameter. Wheel attaches walls, guardrails, or panels with 1/2”
d. stainless steel tamper-resistant bolt and nylon locknut. May also be attached
directly to posts and used under decks or free-standing as a ground level play event.
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Model 7479-02
SPECIFICATIONS FOR KIDSTUFF PLAYSYSTEMS COMPONENTS
Ages 2-12 Playsystem, 3 1/2" OD Posts, Steel Decks
LOOP ARCH CLIMBER: Steel frame of 1.90” OD tubing angles up and over to deck
to provide an arch up to structure comprising looped rungs of 1.31 OD galv. tubing,
24” wide. Frame attaches to barriers which reduce opening width at deck entry point.
CLIMBING WALL: Computer-generated UV-stabilized HDPE plastic panel, 3/4"
thick, with hand grips as well as holes for gripping and foott placement. Designed to
work with decks from 54" to 72" high.
PLASTIC SLIDES: All plastic slides are double-walled, rotationally-molded with a
nominal wall thickness of 1/4", manufactured with UV-stabilized HDPE. Color is
stabilized by ultraviolet inhibitors.
COMBO SLIDE: Combo slide is a Kidstuff Playsystems exclusive: side by side
bedways, each with a different ride: one a straight slide, the other a wave slide.
Double-walled rotational-molded, UV- stabilized HDPE with a nominal wall thickness
of 0.30". Slide is 8' long and works from decks 42” to 52” high.
COIL CLIMBER: Helical coil, 16 1/2” OD with a 12” pitch (1 turn/foot), is formed
from 1.315" OD tubing. Coil climbs 1.90” OD “J”-frame stem and stops at deck
height. One piece welded unit attaches to center of deck opening. 10 ga. Bracket
attached under deck stabilizes assembly.
TRANSFER MODULE: Fabricated of 12 ga. punched steel, dipped in “plastisol”
after fabrication. Step size and height comply with ASTM guidelines for transferring
from a wheelchair to a playstructure.
HEX DECKS: Fabricated of 12 ga. punched steel, reinforced with 10 ga. ribs 2 1/2”
high. Corners are reinforced with 8 ga. steel. Deck edges are “rolled” on the bottom
for added strength and safety. Unit is “plastisol”-dipped after fabrication. Deck
mounts to posts 46 1/4” o.c. with aluminum clamps or one-piece aluminum collars.
Hex decks measure 83 1/4” across, 93 1/2” “corner-to-corner;” approx. 40 sq. ft.
POSTS: 3-1/2" OD galvanized high-strength steel tubing 13 gauge; yield strength:
45,000 psi (min); tensile strength: 48,000 psi (min). Posts are cut to length before
powder-coating. Posts meet or exceed all applicable ASTM standards. Some
applications require 11 ga. or 8 ga. posts—these are noted in specifications. 5” OD
posts as above, but 11 ga. rather than 13 ga.
POST CAP FOR 3-1/2" OD POST: Shatter-proof caps are injection-molded of
polypropylene. Unique "one-way" design provides a tight fit while preventing removal.
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Model 7479-02
SPECIFICATIONS FOR KIDSTUFF PLAYSYSTEMS COMPONENTS
Ages 2-12 Playsystem, 3 1/2" OD Posts, Steel Decks
All play equipment that children play on shall be in compliance with the current
ASTM F-1487 Standard, and with the current Consumer Product Safety
Commission Guidelines, with evidence provided with the bid. The play equipment
manufacturer shall be ISO 9001-2008 certified.
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