How Do Concrete Wedge Anchors Work

A 5/8” concrete wedge anchor requires a 5/8” hole to be drilled into the concrete. The hole in the concrete needs to be drilled a minimum of 1/2” deeper than the concrete wedge anchor will penetrate into the concrete.

How deep do you drill for wedge anchors?

A 5/8” concrete wedge anchor requires a 5/8” hole to be drilled into the concrete. The hole in the concrete needs to be drilled a minimum of 1/2” deeper than the concrete wedge anchor will penetrate into the concrete.

Will wedge anchors crack concrete?

Drop-in anchors and wedge-type anchors, for example, are now “unqualified” for cracked concrete. In addition, most adhesive anchors are not acceptable for use in cracked concrete.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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