Stanchion or Post with Low Profile Circular Base

Abstract

A post including a cylindrical weighted base with an end cap having a threaded hole in the center. A low profile circular base having a center threaded portion is attached to the post using the threaded hole in the post end cap. The design is ideal for use in spaces where handicapped access is required. The low profile circular base allows for safe traverse from wheelchairs. The low profile post may be easily disassembled without the use of tools by simply unscrewing the weighted post tube from the circular base.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A stanchion or post comprising:
 a hollow tube;   an end cap; said end cap having a center threaded hole; said end cap being rigidly attached to one distal end of said hollow tube;   a cylindrical weighted slug; said weighted slug having a diameter slightly smaller than the internal diameter of said hollow tube; said weighted slug being slidably engaged inside said hollow tube; and   a circular disc; said disc having a thickness of ¼ inch and a diameter between 15 and 20 inches; said disc having a center threaded portion for providing a means of attachment to said threaded hole of said end cap; said disc having a weight between 10 and 20 pounds.