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40 Foot Wood Pole | Class 3 | Treated | Southern Yellow Pine
Product Description
Key Features
- Total Height: 40 Feet
- Height Above Grade: 34 Feet
- Buried Depth Below Grade: 6 Feet
- ANSI Class: Class 3
- Material: Wood Southern Yellow Pine
- Pole Weight: 1235-1460 lbs
- Pole Installation: Direct Burial
- Treatment: CCA
- Max Total Cross Arms: 2-4
- Max Total Cross Arms Per Side: 1-2
- Max Attached Weight Per Cross Arm: 240 lbs
- Min Circumference At Pole Top: 23 Inches
- Min Circumference 6 Feet From Butt: 36 Inches
- Min Diameter At Pole Top: 7.321 Inches
- Min Diameter 6 Feet From Butt: 11.459 Inches
- Warranty: 1 year
Our 40 foot Class 3 CCA Treated Southern Yellow Pine Poles are grown, debarked, and treated in the United States. They are manufactured to ANSI O5.1 specification. Poles are treated with preservatives to the latest American Wood Preservers Association standards to ensure rot and decay prevention. The long term durability of a wood utility pole is one of its main benefits
These 40 ft wood poles are perfect for sports fields, baseball fields or used as utility poles. You can add 1-2 light arms per side, 2-4 in total, but no more than 2 per side. Each arm can accommodate 240 lbs per arm. The number of arms and lights depends on the class of the utility pole you select. The pole length will determine how significant the taper is as with all timber utility poles.
Options Available:
Cross Arms (2-4 per pole, 1-2 per side) and Mounting Brackets. The customer is responsible for mounting Cross Arm after the poles are delivered. Poles do not ship with cross arms attached.
These are the lights we typically mount on the cross arms. Up to 6 lights per arm, not to exceed 240 total pounds of fixtures and hardware.
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Delivery is made with a standard flatbed truck depending on pole lengths and the customer is responsible for offloading. Offloading requires a fork lift or appropriate similar vehicle to offload ? customer supplied. Customer is responsible for any costs associated with delivery rescheduling because of improper scheduling or not having the proper offloading equipment available at time of delivery. Installation should be done by a trained professional.
Pricing: Does not include price of shipping. Shipping is available to the lower 48 USA states. We can supply a budgetary shipping quote or a firm shipping quote that is good for 14 days.
Disclaimer: LED Lighting Supply is not responsible for improper loading (ie what is mounted to the pole), installation costs, or foundation design of light poles. Dimensions and specifications of poles are subject to change without notice but the pole top and butt dimensions will always be within ANSI specifications. Wood poles are the ideal option for most field projects as concrete poles require more frequent maintenance and replacement. While our main product line is southern yellow pine, we at times are able to offer other species including douglas fir and red pine. CCA treatment generally will result in the poles being free of insects for decades to come.
Please be advised that our wood poles are covered solely by a 1 year-year workmanship warranty, which ensures that the poles are free from defects from the manufacturing process, and structural integrity, for a period of one year from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from external factors, misuse, or normal wear and tear.
Web ID: 2243
Professional-Grade Wood Utility Pole Solution
Built for environments where reliable overhead support is essential, this 40-foot Class 3 Southern Yellow Pine utility pole delivers the structural integrity needed for demanding outdoor lighting applications. Engineered to handle significant loads while maintaining long-term stability, this pole provides a proven foundation for sports field lighting, utility installations, and commercial outdoor illumination projects.
What makes this fixture valuable for buyers is its combination of natural durability and engineered performance specifications. With 34 feet of above-grade height and proper 6-foot burial depth, this pole establishes the optimal positioning for wide-area lighting coverage while meeting ANSI O5.1 manufacturing standards for consistent quality and safety compliance.
Comparing to Traditional Lighting
Unlike traditional metal or concrete support structures, this Southern Yellow Pine pole offers natural weather resistance combined with proven load-bearing capabilities. The CCA treatment process provides superior rot and decay prevention compared to untreated wood alternatives, while the tapered design from 11.459 inches at the base to 7.321 inches at the top delivers optimal wind resistance and structural balance that surpasses many synthetic pole materials.
Operational Advantages
Energy Usage
For facilities that require multiple lighting points, this pole's capacity for 2-4 cross arms allows strategic fixture positioning that maximizes illumination coverage while minimizing the number of poles needed per installation. By supporting up to 240 pounds per cross arm, operators can install high-efficiency LED fixtures that deliver superior light output with reduced overall infrastructure requirements.
Visibility
With its 34-foot above-grade height, this pole positions lighting fixtures at the optimal elevation for wide-area coverage typical of sports fields and large commercial spaces. The ability to mount 1-2 cross arms per side provides flexibility in directing light exactly where needed, while the pole's structural specifications ensure fixtures remain stable and properly aimed even in challenging weather conditions.
Durability
Designed to deliver decades of reliable service, the CCA treatment process penetrates deep into the Southern Yellow Pine wood fibers to prevent rot, decay, and insect damage. In real-world use, this treatment extends pole lifespan significantly beyond untreated alternatives, while the natural wood construction provides excellent shock absorption and flexibility during high-wind events that can damage rigid pole materials.
Mounting Details
- Direct burial installation requires 6-foot below-grade depth for proper stability and load distribution
- Cross arms and mounting brackets are available separately and must be field-installed after pole placement
- Maximum of 2 cross arms per side allows flexible lighting configuration while maintaining structural integrity
- Each cross arm supports up to 240 pounds of fixtures and hardware for versatile lighting options
- Pole weight ranges from 1235-1460 pounds, requiring appropriate lifting equipment for installation
Ratings & Support
- Manufactured to ANSI O5.1 specification ensuring consistent quality and performance standards
- CCA treatment meets latest American Wood Preservers Association standards for rot and decay prevention
- Class 3 rating provides specified load-bearing capacity for demanding lighting applications
- One-year warranty covers manufacturing defects and treatment application quality
- Grown, processed, and treated entirely within the United States for quality assurance
Application Scenarios
- Sports field lighting installations requiring wide-area illumination and multiple fixture mounting points
- Baseball field lighting where strategic cross arm positioning optimizes field coverage
- Utility pole applications supporting overhead power lines and area lighting combinations
- Commercial parking lot lighting where substantial pole height improves coverage efficiency
- Industrial facility perimeter lighting requiring durable, long-term support structures
Standout Features
- Class 3 ANSI rating provides verified structural capacity for professional lighting installations
- CCA treatment penetrates wood fibers completely for maximum rot and decay resistance
- Natural taper design from 11.459-inch base to 7.321-inch top optimizes wind resistance
- Direct burial installation eliminates need for concrete foundations in most soil conditions
- Southern Yellow Pine construction offers superior strength-to-weight ratio compared to other wood species
- Cross arm capacity supports up to 6 lights per arm without exceeding 240-pound weight limit