How deep should the hole be drilled for a wedge anchor?
1/2”
What size drill bit do you use for a 3/8 bolt?
Most drill charts recommend a 5/16 drill for a 3/8-16 bolt. Cutting holes that are smaller will leave more material for the tap to cut out, risking tap breakage.
What size drill bit do I need for a 3/8 wedge anchor?
1. Drill hole into the concrete using a carbide tipped bit. Bit size = 3/8” (same as anchor diameter) Drill the hole at least 1/2" deeper than the length of the anchor.Oct 23, 2014
How do you drill a wedge anchor?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DStVH-kg9ho
What size hole do you drill for a 1/2 wedge anchor?
What size hole do I drill for a 3/8 concrete anchor?
Bit size = 3/8” (same as anchor diameter) Drill the hole at least 1/2" deeper than the length of the anchor. 2. Clean out the hole using a wire brush, compressed air, vacuum, blow out bulb or other method.Oct 23, 2014
What size hole do I drill for a 3/16 concrete anchor?
5/32”
What size hole do I drill for a 1/4 concrete anchor?
Drop-in Anchors - for use in concrete only The hole to be drilled = the same diameter of the outside of the anchor. Carbide tipped drill bits (meeting ANSI standards) must be used. The hole needs to be drilled 1/4" deeper than the anchor will penetrate.