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Product · Retaining Wall Steel

Galvanised H Posts, C Posts & Sleeper Retaining Wall Steel

Fabricated H-posts, C-posts and corner posts for sleeper retaining walls — residential, commercial and civil projects across Australia.

Specification & Supply

Hot-dip galvanised universal beam (UB) and parallel flange channel (PFC) sections fabricated into H-posts, C-posts and corner posts for engineered sleeper retaining wall systems. Common stock sizes available cut-to-length, with custom lengths and capping plates available on request. Mill direct options for bulk landscape, civil and government projects — subject to availability.

  • Galvanised H-posts fabricated from 100UB, 150UB and 200UB
  • C-posts and corner posts fabricated from 75PFC and 100PFC
  • Hot-dip galvanised after fabrication to AS/NZS 4680
  • Cut to length to engineer's specification
  • Suits hardwood, treated pine and concrete sleeper systems
  • Bulk and trade quantities for landscapers, civil contractors and councils

Specifications

AS/NZS 3679.1 · AS/NZS 4680
Product TypeH Posts · C Posts · Corner Posts (fabricated from UB & PFC)
Steel Grade300PLUS structural — available in grades to AS/NZS 3679.1 depending on size and availability
FinishAvailable in black steel, primed or hot-dip galvanised after fabrication (HDG to AS/NZS 4680)
H-Post Sections100UB · 150UB · 200UB — sized to wall height and engineer's design
C-Post Sections75PFC · 100PFC — used at wall ends, returns and corners
Standard Lengths0.9m · 1.2m · 1.5m · 1.8m · 2.4m · 3.0m — custom lengths available on request
Sleeper CompatibilityHardwood, treated pine and concrete sleepers — typical 75mm and 100mm sleeper widths
ApplicationsSleeper retaining walls, batters, terraced gardens, civil retaining, landscape walls, council projects

H-Post Sizing Guide

Indicative · engineer-specified
SectionTypical Wall HeightTypical Use
100UB H-PostUp to 0.9 m exposedLight residential terraces, low garden walls
150UB H-Post0.9 – 1.5 m exposedStandard residential retaining, raised garden beds
200UB H-Post1.5 – 2.0 m exposedHeavy residential and light civil retaining
250UB H-Post2.0 – 2.7 m exposedCivil and commercial retaining — engineer-designed

C-Post & Corner Post Guide

PFC sections
SectionApplicationNotes
75 PFCEnd and corner posts (light)Pairs with 100UB and 150UB H-post walls
100 PFCEnd and corner posts (standard)Pairs with 150UB and 200UB H-post walls
150 PFCEnd and corner posts (heavy)Pairs with 200UB and 250UB H-post walls

Sleeper Compatibility

Hardwood Sleepers

Standard 200×75mm and 200×100mm hardwood sleepers slot directly into the H-post web.

Treated Pine

200×75mm H4 treated pine — common in residential garden retaining and terracing.

Concrete Sleepers

Pre-cast concrete sleepers (typically 1580–2400mm spans) suit 150UB and 200UB H-post spacing.

Steel Capping

Optional capping plates supplied to protect the top sleeper and provide a finished edge.

Stock, Lengths & Delivery

  • Available in common stock lengths including 6.0m, 7.5m and 9.0m depending on product and availability.
  • Cut-to-length supply available on request — supply your cutting list with your quote.
  • Bulk and project quantities available — mill direct pricing on larger orders, subject to availability.

Why contractors buy steel from us

Trade Wholesale

Mill direct supply

Sourced direct from Australian and approved overseas mills — bulk pricing without the merchant markup.

AS/NZS compliant

Steel manufactured to recognised Australian Standards. Mill certificates supplied on request for engineered jobs.

Cut to length

Mill lengths, standard fencing lengths or cut-to-size packs — palletised ready for site.

Australia-wide freight

Direct truck loads, part loads and palletised freight to metro, regional and remote project sites.

Bulk & project quantities

From single pack to full mill order — priced for fencing contractors, fabricators and infrastructure programs.

Trade-only pricing

We supply the trade — fencing contractors, fabricators, steel merchants, landscapers and government buyers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size H-post do I need for my retaining wall?+

As a general guide: 100UB suits walls up to 0.9m exposed, 150UB suits 0.9–1.5m, and 200UB suits 1.5–2.0m. Final sizing must be confirmed by a structural engineer based on soil conditions, surcharge and wall height.

Are your H-posts galvanised?+

Yes — H-posts are fabricated from structural UB sections then hot-dip galvanised after fabrication to AS/NZS 4680 for long-life corrosion protection in ground contact applications.

Can you cut H-posts to a custom length?+

Yes. Custom lengths are available on request — standard stock lengths are 0.9m, 1.2m, 1.5m, 1.8m, 2.4m and 3.0m. Capping plates can be supplied on request.

What sleepers fit your H-posts?+

Our H-posts suit standard 200×75mm and 200×100mm hardwood, treated pine and pre-cast concrete sleepers — the most common sleeper sizes used across Australia.

Do you supply bulk quantities for civil and council projects?+

Yes — bulk and project-based supply is available for landscape contractors, civil contractors and councils, with trade pricing on large orders subject to availability.