Expansion Bolts-High-Strength Anchors for Concrete and Masonry
Metal Expansion Anchors
Plastic Expansion Anchors
Chemical Anchors
Hollow-Wall Anchors
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Expansion Bolts-High-Strength Anchors for Concrete and Masonry

2025-09-16
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Working Principle

Working principle of expansion bolts

  1. Drill the Hole – Drill a hole of the correct diameter and depth in the base material.
  2. Insert the Anchor – Place the expansion bolt assembly into the hole until the washer sits flush.
  3. Tighten the Nut – Tightening the nut pulls the bolt’s cone into the sleeve, forcing it to expand.
  4. Anchor Effect – The sleeve wedges tightly against the hole walls, creating a secure locking effect.

Key Advantages

  • Higher Load Capacity – Provides far greater pull-out strength than nails or screws.
  • Wide Compatibility – Works in both hard (concrete, solid brick) and soft materials (drywall, hollow blocks).
  • Easy Removal – Can be unscrewed for disassembly or repositioning.
  • Minimal Base Damage – Requires only drilling, leaving the surrounding material intact.
  • Anti-Loosening Designs – Premium anchors feature lock-nuts or serrated elements for vibration resistance.

Types and Materials

  • Metal Expansion Anchors – Heavy-duty wedge and sleeve anchors, ideal for concrete and structural fixings.

Metal Expansion Anchors

  • Plastic Expansion Anchors – Nylon or PVC anchors for light-duty applications on softer bases.

Plastic Expansion Anchors

  • Chemical Anchors – Resin or epoxy-based anchors with extremely high bond strength.

Chemical Anchors

  • Hollow-Wall Anchors – Toggle bolts or hollow-set anchors for gypsum board and hollow bricks.

Hollow-Wall Anchors

Installation Tips

  • Drill depth should be about 5mm deeper than the anchor sleeve.
  • Hole diameter should be slightly larger than the anchor’s diameter (e.g. 10mm hole for a 6mm anchor).
  • Whenever possible, use solid concrete for maximum strength.
  • Tighten 2–3 turns until resistance, then continue to fully expand. Avoid overtightening.

Applications and Custom Solutions

Expansion bolts are widely used in construction and maintenance:

  • Fixing steel beams, railings, and columns to concrete foundations.
  • Mounting heavy equipment, piping, and machinery.
  • Installing wall-mounted cabinets, mirrors, TVs, and shelves.
  • Anchoring electrical panels, transformers, and mechanical equipment.

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