42" Grab Bars | Bradley 832 Series (8320 & 8322)

✅ 42" (1067 mm) length with 1-1/4" (32 mm) diameter tubing

✅ 18-gauge (1.2 mm) stainless steel with peened finish

✅ Seamless tubing construction — bar ends welded to flanges for maximum strength

✅ Mandrel bending maintains uniform 1-1/4" diameter throughout full length

✅ 12-gauge stainless steel flanges — 3" diameter

✅ 14-gauge stainless steel escutcheons — snap over flanges to conceal mounting screws

✅ 1-1/2" wall clearance — meets ADA graspability clearance requirements (§609.3)

✅ Mounting screws included — general-purpose fasteners provided; use appropriate anchors based on wall construction

✅ Rated to support 250 lb load when mounted into structural backing

✅ ADA compliant — meets ANSI A117.1, ADAAG, and UFAS requirements

✅ Bradex® program — ships in 3 business days on standard sizes

✅ Made in USA — Bradley Corporation, Menomonee Falls, WI

Why Choose the Bradley 8322-001420?

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 Bradley 8322-001420 is the 42-inch variant of Bradley's 832 Series — the 1-1/4" diameter heavy-duty grab bar line, one of the most widely specified commercial grab bar lines in North America. At 42" (1067 mm), it satisfies the ADA §604.5.1 minimum length requirement for side-wall grab bars in accessible toilet compartments — the most-specified single length in commercial restroom construction. Bradley's 832 Series is distinguished by its welded construction — the bar ends pass through the flanges and are welded for maximum structural integrity, rather than relying on friction or adhesive. The peened finish resists corrosion and cleans easily with standard commercial disinfectants. As an authorized Bradley Low Price Guarantee dealer, TotalRestroom.com carries the full 832 line with QuickShip available on in-stock sizes.

Key Features & Applications

• Welded Construction for Maximum Strength: Unlike grab bars that simply insert tubing into flanges, the Bradley 832 passes the bar ends through the 12-gauge stainless steel flanges and welds them for permanent, maximum-strength attachment. All exposed welds are ground and polished to blend seamlessly. When properly mounted into structural backing, the 832 series is rated to support 250 lb and meets or exceeds ANSI A117.1, ADA, ADAAG, and UFAS structural requirements.

• Mandrel-Bent Seamless Tubing: The 832's 18-gauge seamless stainless steel tubing is shaped using a mandrel bending process that maintains a perfectly uniform 1-1/4" diameter through all bends — no kinking, no thinning, no weak spots. The result is consistent grip surface and predictable structural performance throughout the bar's full length.

• Meets ADA §604.5.1 Side-Wall Minimum: At 42" (1067 mm), this is the minimum length permitted for the side-wall grab bar in standard ADA accessible toilet compartments per §604.5.1. The bar must be mounted 33"–36" above the finished floor with the front edge no more than 12" from the rear wall, extending at least 54" from the rear wall. The 832 Series 42" satisfies this requirement at the smaller 1-1/4" diameter for installations where matching 1-1/4" hardware is required or a smaller grip is preferred.

• Peened Safety-Grip Surface for Wet Environments: The textured peened grip area provides dramatically improved wet-hand grip compared to smooth satin — preferred for showers, pool facilities, locker rooms, gang showers, and anywhere users regularly have wet or soapy hands. The peened texture is rolled into the grip area only; flange and escutcheon surfaces remain smooth satin for clean appearance.

• Mounting Hardware Included: Bradley includes general-purpose mounting screws with every 832 grab bar. These are intended for fastening into structural in-wall backing. For metal stud, concrete, or masonry installations, use appropriate anchors for your specific substrate. All mounting points must fasten into structural backing — never into drywall alone.

Bradley 832 Series (1-1/4") vs. Bradley 812 Series (1-1/2") — How Do They Compare?

Satin vs. Peened — Which Finish Do You Need?

The 8322-001420 (peened) has a textured safety-grip surface for improved wet-hand grip — preferred for showers, pool facilities, locker rooms, gang showers, and anywhere users regularly have wet or soapy hands. The peened texture provides dramatically better grip when surfaces are wet.

The 8320-001420 (satin) is the standard choice for commercial restrooms, offices, healthcare corridors, and any application where appearance is a priority. Both versions are identical in diameter, gauge, and structural construction.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does this grab bar come with mounting hardware? Bradley includes general-purpose mounting screws with every 832 grab bar. These are intended for fastening into structural in-wall backing. For metal studs, concrete, or masonry installations, use appropriate anchors for your specific substrate. Always mount into structural backing — never into drywall alone.

• Is a 42" grab bar ADA compliant? Yes — 42" is the minimum length permitted for the side-wall grab bar in ADA accessible toilet compartments per §604.5.1. The bar must be mounted 33"–36" above the finished floor with the front edge no more than 12" from the rear wall and extending at least 54" from the rear wall. The 1-1/4" diameter satisfies §609.2 graspability requirements.

• Is the Bradley 832 Series ADA compliant? Yes. When properly mounted, the Bradley 832 series meets and exceeds the requirements of ANSI Standard A117.1, ADA and ABA Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG), and the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standard (UFAS). The 1-1/4" diameter is at the smaller end of the §609.2 graspability range (1-1/4" to 2" allowable) and the 1-1/2" wall clearance meets §609.3.

• Why choose 1-1/4" diameter (832 series) over 1-1/2" (812 series)? Both diameters are ADA §609.2 compliant. The 1-1/4" 832 is commonly specified where a smaller grip is required, in ambulatory accessible compartments per §604.8.2, and where matching existing 1-1/4" hardware is required. The 1-1/2" 812 is commonly specified where a larger grip diameter is preferred or where matching existing 1-1/2" hardware is required. Choose based on project specifications, user needs, and applicable code requirements.

• Can this bar be mounted horizontally, vertically, or at an angle? Yes — the Bradley 832 can be installed in any orientation. ADA §604.5 specifies horizontal bars for toilet applications; §608.3 covers shower orientations. Verify the required orientation with your applicable building code before installation.

42" (1067 mm) straight grab bar, 1-1/4" (32 mm) diameter, 18-gauge peened-finish stainless steel. Concealed mounting with snap-on escutcheons. Bar ends welded through 12-gauge flanges for maximum strength. Mounting hardware included. Rated to support 250 lb when properly mounted into structural backing. View the full Bradley 832 series for all available lengths and finishes.