Tapcon Concrete Anchors 
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How to Choose a Tapcon®:
- Choose a Head Type
- Choose a Length:
- Choose a Diameter:
- Choose a drill bit long enough to allow the hole to be drilled at least 1/4 in. longer than anchor embedment:
- Choose a Head Type
Advanced threadform Technology
Performance Values
| Anchor Diameter | Ultimate Shear In Concrete (4,000 PSI) | ||||||
| Depth of Embedment in Solid Material | |||||||
| 1″ | 1-1/4″ | 1-1/2″ | 1-3/4″ | ||||
| 3/16″ | 720 lbs. | 800 lbs. | 860 lbs. | 990 lbs. | |||
| 1/4″ | 1,360 lbs. | 1,370 lbs. | 1,380 lbs. | 1,670 lbs. | |||
| Ultimate Pullout/Shear In Hollow Block | |||||||
| Anchor Ultimate Ultimate Diameter Embedment Pullout Shear | |||||||
| 3/16″ | 1″ | 340 lbs. | 730 lbs. | ||||
| 1/4″ | 1″ | 500 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | ||||
Blue Climaseal® Tapcon
Product Features & Benefits
- Patented Advance Threadform provides superior pull-out performance.
- • Application of Climaseal® coating adds extra corrosion protection.
- 30% less installation torque; 20% more holding power.
- Reversible and removable, can be installed close to concrete edge.
- Building code approved.
Common Applications
- Downspout straps
- Electrical equipment
- Furring strips
- Flag holders
- Hurricane preparation
- HVAC strapping
- 2 x 4’s
- Window/Door frames & bucks
Maxi-Set Tapcon
Available in silver or white finish
Product Features & Benefits
- Patented Advance Threadform provides superior pull-out performance.
- Large 5/8″ diameter flange provides more bearing surface than regular Tapcon.
- UltraShield™ long-life finish delivers excellent corrosion protection.
- Reversible and removable, can be installed close to concrete edge.
- Building code approved.
Common Applications
- Shutters–protective and decorative
- Screened porch and pool enclosures
410 Stainless Steel Tapcon
Product Features & Benefits
- 410 Series Stainless for superior corrosion protection.
- Cuts threads into concrete, brick and hollow block.
- Reversible and removable, can be installed close to concrete edge.
- Fast installation… drill a hole…drive an anchor.
Common Applications
- Window frames
- Shutters–protective and decorative
Common Applications
- Marine
- Screened porch and pool enclosures
- Railings–safety and decorative
White Tapcon
Product Features & Benefits
- Patented Advance Threadform provides superior pull-out performance.
- White UltraShield™ long-life finish delivers excellent corrosion protection.
- Recommended for use in ACQ pressure-treated lumber.
- Reversible and removable, can be installed close to concrete edge.
- Building code approved.
Common Applications
- Window frames
- Shutters–protective and decorative
Tapcon Installation Accessories
Tapcon concrete anchors are designed to work as a part of a system. The system includes the Condrive® Installation Tool, the carbide-tipped Tapcon® Drill Bit, and the Tapcon® anchor. For consistent performance, it is recommended to use the entire system.
Tapcon Drill Bits
- Ensure the precise drilling of pilot holes when installing Tapcon anchors.
- Masonry drill bits with a carbide tip.
- Tapcon drill bits are sold separately and are also included in the large packages of anchors (at select stores only).
- Colorstripe on drill bit package corresponds to Tapcon Packaging.
- For installing 1/4″ Tapcon fasteners, use a 3/16″ Tapcon drill bit (Green Stripe)
- For installing 3/16″ Tapcon fasteners, use a 5/32″ Tapcon drill bit (Red Stripe)
| Fixture Thickness | Recommended Anchor Length | Drill Bit Length |
| 0 to 1/4″ | 1-1/4″ | 3-1/2″ |
| 1/4″ to 3/4″ | 1-3/4″ | 3-1/2″ |
| 3/4″ to 1-1/4″ | 2-1/4″ | 4-1/2″ |
| 1-1/4″ to 3-1/4″ | 2-3/4″ | 4-1/2″ |
| 1-3/4″ to 2-1/4″ | 3-1/4″ | 5-1/2″ |
| 2-1/4″ to 2-3/4″ | 3-3/4″ | 5-1/2″ |
| 2-1/2″ to 3″ | 4″ | 5-1/2″ |
Contrive 500 Installation Tool
- Makes installation of Tapcon® Concrete Anchors easy, fast, and accurate.
- Designed for use with a hammer drill and Tapcon drill bits.
- Eliminates the need for two drills or extra nut drivers.
- Installs both head styles and all lengths of Tapcons.
- Tool drives 3/16” and 1/4” diameter Tapcons.
Torque-adjusted driver prevents over-torquing anchor heads
