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Technical Specifications for Wedge Anchors
| Size | Minimum Embedment | Shear (lbs.) |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2” | 2-1/4” | 5564 |
| 5/8” | 2-3/4” | 6198 |
| 3/4” | 3-1/4” | 9378 |
| 7/8” | 3-7/8” | 13687 |
In this manner, how deep do wedge anchors need to be?
The hole needs to be drilled a minimum of 1/2” deeper than the anchor will penetrate the concrete. Each diameter anchor has a minimum embedment for installation to allow the anchor to achieve its minimum holding values.
| Size | Minimum Embedment | Max. Torque |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8” | 1-9/16” | 10 ft./lbs. |
| 1/2” | 2” | 20 ft./lbs. |
| 5/8” | 2-1/2” | 30 ft./lbs. |
| 3/4” | 3-3/16” | 40 ft./lbs. |
Hereof, how much weight can concrete anchors hold?
These concrete anchor bolts, or bolt anchors for wood, are available in several sizes and will hold up to 200 lbs. The sleeves pinch the sides of the predrilled hole and get tighter as you tighten the screw or bolt.
Wedge anchors can be removed from concrete in one of three ways: If the hole beneath the anchor is deep enough, simply pound it into the concrete with a hammer. Use a saw or grinding wheel to cut the anchor off just above the surface, and pound the rest flat with a hammer.