Jensen Swing S81 – Standard 8′ High – 1 Swing – 1 Bay – Residential Swing Set

Bring backyard fun home with the Jensen Swing S81 – Standard 8′ High, 1 Bay, Residential Swing Frame.

This heavy-duty, in-ground swing set is built from galvanized steel and designed for residential use, following ASTM and CPSC safety guidelines. Each bay supports up to two children (ages 4–12), giving your kids a safe and exciting way to enjoy outdoor play.

The swing frame comes with a residential swing seat and allows you to choose your preferred colors for the end frame fittings, swing seat, and chains. When installed properly with concrete anchoring and protective surfacing, this swing frame will provide years of reliable play — lasting up to 5 years in optimal conditions.

Perfect for families who want a safe, reliable, and stylish swing set in their backyard.

Key Features

• Standard heavy-duty steel swing frame, 8′ high
• 1 swing across 1 bay (residential swing seats)
• Designed for in-ground installation set in concrete
• Each bay is designed for two children up to 12 years old, per ASTM and CPSC guidelines
• Jensen does not state weight limits for its frames – actual capacity depends on installation, concrete, soil and use
• Expected lifespan: up to 5 years in optimal conditions / about 2 years in harsh conditions
• Choose your swing seat, chain and frame fitting colors
• Galvanized hardware resists rust; backed by Jensen’s one-year guarantee against defects

Color Options

Select your colors from the options above:

Specifications

Parts Included

• EFF2 End Frame Fittings (2 pcs) – Blue or green
• S181 Residential Swing Seat (1 pc) – Blue, green, red or yellow
• SH114 Swing Hangers (2 pcs)
• C127 Swing Chains (2 pcs) – Blue, green, red or yellow
• H172 Hardware (2 pcs)
• Pipe Legs A – B – 11’6″ (4 pcs)
• H175 Allen Wrench (for shackles) (1 pc)
• Top Rail 6’ (1 pc)

Frame Footprint

The legs are 150″ apart lengthwise at ground level and 93″ wide at ground level. Below ground, the legs are 165″ lengthwise and 115″ wide. Height is 8′.

Tools & Materials Needed

Ladder, ¾″ wrench, ratchet socket wrench, tape measure, H175 Allen wrench (supplied) for shackles, 6mm Allen wrench for set screws, stakes for marking holes, shovel, bricks, gravel, wheelbarrow for mixing concrete, water, concrete, trowel, level, warning signs, and protective surfacing per ASTM F1292 for a 8′ fall height.

Safe Use & Installation Highlights

• Seats are for children ages 4–12 only – not for adults; one child per seat
• Do not allow children to stand or kneel on seats, twist chains or wrap them around the top beam
• Adults should supervise children at all times; do not use if wet or damaged
• Assemble the frame first, then dig holes 2′ deep × 2′ in diameter; set a brick at the bottom of each hole and level the frame before pouring concrete
• Let concrete cure 24 hours and check sturdiness before use
• Never install over concrete, asphalt or other hard surfaces – grass and dirt are not protective surfacing
• Surfacing should extend at least 6′ from the sides and twice the top-bar height in front of and behind the swings
• Post warning signs showing the intended age group, per CPSC guidelines
• Inspect monthly during the play season: set screws, chains, shackles, hanger bearings, rust and surfacing depth

Documents & Downloads

• Installation Guide – Anchor, Assemble & Maintain Your Equipment (PDF)
• Ages for Swing Seats (PDF)
• Certificate of Compliance (PDF)
• ASTM Certification (PDF)
• Outdoor Home Playground Safety Handbook (CPSC) (PDF)
• Proper Maintenance Makes for a Safer Playground (PDF)
• Jensen Third-Party Testing Information (PDF)

About Jensen Swing Products Inc.

Founded in 1946, Jensen Swing Products Inc. is recognized as one of the world’s largest wholesale suppliers of playground equipment, known for a legacy of innovation, safety, and durability. Products are engineered for durability and safety, built to endure years of active use.

Swing frames and hardware exposed to harsh weather are galvanized by electroplating to resist rust, while moving parts are either self-lubricating or designed for easy maintenance. Jensen also offers safety-focused solutions, including special chains for young and handicapped children and reinforced swing seats to deter vandalism.

Every product undergoes thorough field testing to ensure safety and performance. Backed by a one-year guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship, Jensen Swing Products continues to set the benchmark for commercial playground equipment worldwide.