The simple formula used to determine the length of the male fastener is done by adding the thickness of the material being fastened plus the minimum depth of embedment for the diameter of the anchor bolt, plus the thickness fo the washer and nut.

How long should my anchor bolt be?

As a rule of thumb, the space for the nut and washer is equal to the diameter of the wedge anchor being used. For example, if a 2×4 is being fastened to concrete with a 1/2” wedge anchor then the minimum length of wedge anchor would be 1-1/2”(2×4) + 2-1/4”(minimum embedment) + 1/2”(space for nut and washer) = 4-1/4”.

What bolts to use for post anchors?





Metpost Anchor Bolts are the ideal choice when fitting Metpost Wedge Grip Bolt Down Anchors to fix posts to a concrete base, brick wall or other hard flat surface such as decking. These are strong anchor bolts for use on solid brickwork, masonry or concrete.

How do you choose concrete anchor bolts?

The best holding values are achieved when the concrete is hard and the embedment into the concrete is deep. The larger the diameter- the higher holding values the anchor will have. For example, a 3/4″ diameter anchor has a minimum embedment of 3-1/4″ and a 1/4″ anchor has a minimum embedment of 1″.

What is the minimum size for anchor bolts?

In addition to embedded depth, the minimum diameter required for anchor bolts is 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) per the International Building Code (IBC). As with maximum spacing, this is a minimum requirement.

How far apart do you put anchor bolts?

Rule: Concrete fasteners should not be set closer than 10-anchor diameters from each other.

What is the proper spacing between foundation anchor bolts?





Bolts shall be embedded at least 7 inches (178 mm) into concrete or masonry, and spaced not more than 6 feet (1829 mm) apart.

What size anchors for 2 post lift bolts?

These are 3/4″ in diameter and 5 1/2″ in length. This is the most common wedge anchor used when installing many 2 post and 4 post auto lifts.

How do you install anchor bolts?

Quote from the video:
Quote from Youtube video: Using a hammer drive the anchor into the hole. Until the head is seated against the base material. Set the anchor by prying or pulling the head with the claw end of the hammer.

How many types of anchor bolts are there?

There are four main types of anchor bolts: L-shaped, double end rods with plate, headed, and swedge. Each type has their own uses, sizes, and advantages. Let’s go over each type of anchor bolt and how they are used in structural applications each day.

What size are concrete anchor bolts?



Concrete metal hit anchors come in two diameters – 3/16” and 1/4”, and a variety of lengths from 7/8” to 3”. The anchor diameter equals the hole diameter.

How deep should concrete anchors go?

The hole should be drilled 1/4″ to 1/2″ deeper into the base material than the anchor will penetrate. This allows for any material to fall when the anchor is inserted into the hole. After the hole is drilled, it must be cleaned of all debris, material or dust.

What is the difference between anchor bolt and expansion bolt?

It is a compound made by anchoring the screw in the drilled hole of the concrete base material with a special chemical adhesive. (2) Expansion bolt is a special threaded connection used to fix pipe support / hanging / bracket or equipment on the wall, floor, or column.

When should I use expansion bolts?

  1. Expansion bolts can be used to secure heavy objects to walls or floors.
  2. Can handle vertical and horizontal loads.
  3. By tightening the bolt, the nut on the opposite end pulls into the shell, expanding it outward and wedging it inside the hole in the wall or floor.
  4. What is a Hilti bolt?



    Hilti is a global leader in screw anchor systems, offering a broad range of screw anchors for permanent and temporary applications in concrete, solid brick and hollow-core slab, for everyday standard as well as highly engineered applications.

    What is a Dyna bolt?

    The DynaBolt™ Plus Sleeve Anchor is a medium duty, torque controlled, expansion anchor, with an integrated pull-down section, designed for medium duty anchoring of timber and steel fixtures to concrete, brick or block.

    Where do I use Dyna bolt?

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    Quote from Youtube video: So this dynabolt when you put it in grips to the sides of the hole. And then when you actually turn it the section here in the middle expands out and basically catches in the wall.

    How deep do I drill for a DynaBolt?

    Product range

    Item Description Anchor Thread Diameter (Metric) Min. Drilling Depth
    M6 x 70mm M6 45 mm
    M8 x 55mm M8 50 mm
    M8 x 80mm M8 50 mm
    M10 x 59mm M10 65 mm