{"product_id":"u-channel-sign-post-galvanized-steel","title":"Galvanized Steel U-Channel Sign Post","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description-block\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eU-Channel posts are the most widely used sign post system in the country. The 2 lb\/ft weight handles most standard sign installations. The 1.12 lb\/ft weight is designed for smaller signs and roadside delineator applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3.5' length is a base post for breakaway installations, it stays in the ground and connects to a taller top post through a breakaway coupling. Sign post, mounting hardware, and brackets are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: 8' posts and taller can NOT ship UPS due to size restrictions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing the Right U-Channel Post\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.5 ft × 2 lb\/ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreakaway base systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsed as a base post for breakaway installations.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 ft × 1.12 lb\/ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDelineators and smaller signs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighter-duty option for lower wind load applications.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 ft × 2 lb\/ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7 ft × 2 lb\/ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 ft × 2 lb\/ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard sign installations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended for most traffic, parking, and regulatory signs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 ft × 2 lb\/ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 ft × 2 lb\/ft\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaller installations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFor applications requiring extra post height. Ships by truck freight.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Hardware Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting hardware is sold separately. For most sign installations, pair this post with U-channel sign mounting hardware sized for the selected post weight. For vandal-prone areas, consider vandal-resistant hardware. For breakaway installations, use the 3.5 ft base post with a compatible breakaway system according to your project requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal post selection should be based on sign size, mounting height, wind exposure, ground conditions, local code requirements, and the specifications provided by the project owner or agency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Road Signs","offers":[{"title":"3.5' \/ 2.0 lbs\/ft","offer_id":46786910388364,"sku":"RPOCG0352","price":19.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6' \/ 1.12 lbs\/ft","offer_id":46786910421132,"sku":"RPOCG061","price":19.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6' \/ 2.0 lbs\/ft","offer_id":46786910453900,"sku":"RPOCG062","price":32.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7' \/ 1.12 lbs\/ft","offer_id":46786910486668,"sku":"RPOCG071","price":22.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8' \/ 2.0 lbs\/ft","offer_id":46786910519436,"sku":"RPOCG082","price":42.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0749\/8527\/5532\/files\/GalvanizedSteelU-ChannelSignPost.jpg?v=1774062890","url":"https:\/\/roadsigns.com\/products\/u-channel-sign-post-galvanized-steel","provider":"Road Signs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}