ASI 3701-18P (18 x 1.25) Commercial Grab Bar, 1-1/4" Diameter x 18" Length, Stainless Steel (Peened)

18" Grab Bars | ASI 3701 Series (1-1/4" Diameter)

✅ 18" (457 mm) length with 1-1/4" (32 mm) diameter tubing

✅ 18-gauge Type 304 stainless steel with peened (non-slip) gripping surface

✅ Concealed snap-flange mounting — cover snaps over flange to conceal screws

✅ Stainless steel flange continuously heliarc-welded to tubing

✅ 3-1/8" (79 mm) O.D. flange (1/8" thick) with (2) #10 mounting holes

✅ 22-gauge stainless steel snap-on cover, 3-3/16" (81 mm) diameter

✅ 1-1/2" (38 mm) wall projection — meets ADA §609.3 wall clearance

✅ Peened surface — preferred for showers, pool decks, and wet-hand grip applications

✅ Designed to meet 2010 ADA Accessibility Standards and ANSI A117.1 when properly installed

✅ Surface mounted — anchors specified separately (see ASI 3900 series)

✅ Tested to support load in excess of 250 lbs (113.4 kg) per ADA §609.8 when properly anchored to structural backing

✅ Manufactured by American Specialties, Inc. — Yonkers, NY

Why Choose the ASI 3701-18P?

ADA Standards §604.5 require grab bars in every accessible toilet stall, and §608.3 covers accessible shower compartments — making them a code requirement in virtually every commercial, healthcare, and institutional facility. The ASI 3701-18P is the 18-inch peened (non-slip) variant of ASI's 3801 Series snap-flange grab bar. At 18" (457 mm), this is commonly specified as a vertical grab bar for shower transfer assist per §608.3 and ANSI A117.1, or as a supplemental support bar. The peened surface is mechanically textured to provide superior wet-hand grip — it is the standard specification for showers, pool facilities, locker rooms, and any environment where users regularly have wet or soapy hands. The 1-1/4" (32 mm) diameter satisfies ADA §609.2 graspability requirements. As an authorized ASI distributor with a Low Price Guarantee, TotalRestroom.com carries the full 3701 line in both peened and satin finishes.

Key Features & Applications

• Concealed Snap-Flange Mounting: A stainless steel flange is continuously heliarc-welded to the bar tubing, then a 22-gauge stainless steel cover (3-3/16" / 81 mm diameter) snaps down over the flange to conceal the mounting screws. The result: a clean, professional appearance with no exposed fasteners and improved tamper resistance — the standard specification for commercial and institutional washrooms.

• Type 304 Stainless Steel — Built for Commercial Use: The 18-gauge Type 304 stainless tubing resists corrosion, hides fingerprints, and is easy to maintain with mild detergent and standard stainless steel cleaning practices (avoid bleach, chlorides, and abrasive cleaners, which can pit stainless surfaces over time). Type 304 is the industry-standard alloy for commercial restrooms, healthcare facilities, and institutional environments.

• Peened Surface — Specified for Wet-Hand Grip: The peened (textured) surface is mechanically pebbled to provide superior grip when hands are wet or soapy. It is the standard specification for shower compartments per ADA §608.3, pool facility restrooms, locker rooms, and any environment with frequent wet-hand use. Underneath the texture, the bar is identical Type 304 stainless steel — only the surface finish changes.

• Vertical Shower Assist or Supplemental Bar: At 18" (457 mm), this length is commonly specified as a vertical grab bar for shower transfer assist per §608.3, as a supplemental support bar above a toilet stall side bar, or for tight side-wall positions where a 42" bar won't fit. Verify required length and orientation against your applicable building code.

• Installation Requires Structural Backing: Mounting hardware is not included — ASI specifies installation with (2) #10 self-threading flat or oval head screws (or other fasteners suitable for the substrate) per flange. Anchors are sold separately as the ASI 3900 Series. All grab bars must be anchored into structural in-wall backing per local building codes — never into drywall alone. The bar must be installed so the top is between 33"–36" above the finished floor (AFF) for ADA compliance.

ASI 3701-18P vs. Bobrick B-5806 — How Do They Compare?

Peened vs. Satin — Which Finish Do You Need?

The 3701-18 (satin) is the standard choice for commercial restrooms, offices, healthcare corridors, and general-purpose applications where appearance is a priority. Both versions are identical in diameter, gauge, flange, and structural construction.

Need 1-1/2" diameter instead? See the 3801-18P — same length, same finish, larger 1-1/2" tubing for healthcare and high-traffic commercial applications where maximum grip surface is preferred.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does this grab bar come with mounting hardware? No — mounting hardware is not included. ASI specifies installation with (2) #10 self-threading flat or oval head screws per flange (or other fasteners suitable for the substrate). Anchors are sold separately as the ASI 3900 Series. All grab bars must be anchored into structural in-wall backing per local building codes — never into drywall alone.

• Is the ASI 3701-18P ADA compliant when properly installed? Yes — when properly installed. The 1-1/4" (32 mm) diameter meets ADA §609.2 graspability requirements (1-1/4" to 2" allowable range), and the 1-1/2" (38 mm) wall projection meets §609.3 wall clearance. When mounted with the top of the bar between 33"–36" above the finished floor (AFF) and anchored into structural backing per the 2010 ADA Accessibility Standards and ANSI A117.1, this bar is designed to satisfy ADA accessibility requirements. Tested to support a load in excess of 250 lbs (113.4 kg) per ADA §609.8.

• Where would a 12-inch / 18-inch / 24-inch / 30-inch grab bar typically be installed? Shorter grab bars like the 18-inch length are commonly used as vertical grab bars for shower transfer assist (per §608.3), as supplemental support bars above primary ADA toilet stall bars, or in tight side-wall positions where the standard 42"/36" ADA bars won't fit. ADA §604.5 specifies minimum lengths only for primary toilet stall bars (42" side-wall, 36" rear-wall) — shorter bars serve supplemental or specialty roles. Verify required length and orientation against your applicable building code.

• What is the difference between ASI 3700 and ASI 3800 Series grab bars? The ASI 3700 Series has a 1-1/4" (32 mm) diameter — the standard choice for offices, light institutional settings, and applications where a slimmer profile is preferred. The ASI 3800 Series is the same construction with a 1-1/2" (38 mm) diameter — preferred for healthcare facilities, high-traffic commercial environments, and projects where maximum grip surface is specified. Both diameters fully satisfy ADA §609.2 graspability requirements (allowable range is 1-1/4" to 2").

• When should I specify a peened grab bar instead of satin? Peened is the standard specification for any environment where users regularly have wet or soapy hands: shower compartments (per ADA §608.3 best practice), pool facility restrooms, locker rooms, spa and aquatic centers, and prison/correctional facilities. The mechanically textured surface significantly improves grip when wet. For dry restroom environments, the satin version is the standard architectural specification.

• Can this bar be mounted horizontally, vertically, or at an angle? Straight ASI snap-flange grab bars are commonly installed horizontally, vertically, or at an angle depending on the application and code requirement. ADA §604.5 specifies horizontal bars for toilet applications; §608.3 covers shower orientations (which include vertical grab bars for transfer assist). Verify the required orientation and mounting heights with your applicable building code and the ASI technical data sheet for your specific SKU before installation.

18" (457 mm) straight grab bar with a 1-1/4" (32 mm) diameter, constructed from 18-gauge Type 304 peened-finish stainless steel. Features concealed snap-flange mounting with welded flanges and snap-on covers. ADA-compliant per §609.2 (graspability) and §609.3 (wall clearance). Installation hardware sold separately (ASI 3900 series anchors). View the full ASI 3701 Series (1-1/4" Diameter) for all available lengths and finishes.