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Tapcon® 
XL Anchors

Tapcon XL Anchor
Product Information and Suggested Specifications
Selection and Order Information  |  Installation Instructions
Performance Data  |  Approvals and Listing
DESCRIPTION / SUGGESTED SPECIFICATIONS


Tapcon XL Anchors—

EXTRA LARGE TAPCON FOR EXTRA LARGE CHALLENGES!

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ADVANTAGES

TapconInternal TORX® T-40 drive assures easy installation.
TapconHigh button head resists cam-out during installation.
TapconCorrosion protection of UltraShield™ and White UltraShield™ to combat aggressive environments.
TapconAvailable in silver or white to complement standard fixtures.
TapconDelivers over 3,000 lbs. holding power in concrete.
TapconAlternative to sleeve anchors.
Tapcon1/4" SDS Tapcon drill bit for added convenience.
TapconCondrive® XLwith MegaGrip™ bit holder for rapid one-tool installation.
APPLICATIONS
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Shutters - protective and decorative

Screened porch and pool enclosures.

Railings

Mounted electrical equipment

Sill plates

  
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APPROVALS / LISTINGS

Miami-Dade County – #07-1126.10
Florida Building Code
SELECTION CHART

 
Tapcon
XL Anchor
Diameter............5/16" Thread Form.....Reverse Hi-Lo®
Point Type.........Nail Finish.................UltraShield™ or *White UltraShield™
Head Style.........High button with TORX T-40 Drive
XLs are packed 100 pieces per master carton.
RECOMMENDED
TAPCON LENGTH
In. (mm)
PART NO.
1/4" HEX HEAD
FINISH
BIT LENGTH
In. (mm)
STRAIGHT SHANK
BIT FOR 1/4" TAPCON
PART NO.
2-1/4 (57.2)
3395902
Ultra Shield
6-3/4” SDS drill bit with hex
 3394910
2-1/4 (57.2)
3397902
*White Ultra Shield
6-3/4” SDS drill bit with hex
 3394910
2-3/4 (69.9)
3398902
*White Ultra Shield
6-3/4” SDS drill bit with hex
 3394910

HEAD PAINT AVAILABLE
PART NO.
DESCRIPTION
CARTON QTY
3401910
Condrive® XL Installation Tool with MegaGrip™ Bit Holder with TORX® T-40 Bit Tip
 10 per master carton
3400910
MegaGrip™ Magnetized Bit Holder with TORX T-40 Bit Tip
 10 per bag
3394910
1/4” x 6-3/4” SDS Tapcon Drill Bit with Hex
 1 piece per tube
Tapcon XL Anchors must be installed using all Red Head system components (Tapcon XL Anchors, Condrive XL Installation Tool and Tapcon Drill Bits) in order to qualify for ITW Red Head system support.

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PERFORMANCE TABLE
Tapcon
XL Anchor
 Ultimate Tension and Shear Values (Lbs/kN) in Concrete
ANCHOR
DIA.
In. (mm)		 MIN. DEPTH OF
EMBEDMENT
In. (mm)		 EDGE DISTANCEf'c = 3000 PSI (20.7 MPa)
TENSION
Lbs. (kN)		 SHEAR
Lbs. (kN)
5/16 (7.9) 1-1/4 (31.8) 1-9/16 (39.7) 1,050 (4.7) 1,330 (5.9)
2-3/16 (55.6) 1,205 (5.4) 1,725 (7.7)
1-3/4 (44.5) 1-9/16 (39.7) 2,020 (9.0) 1,530 (6.8)
2-3/16 (55.6) 2,250 (10.0) 2,505 (11.1)
2-1/4 (57.2) 1-9/16 (39.7) 2,850 (12.7) 1,955 (8.9)
2-3/16 (55.6) 3,120 (13.9) 3,250 (14.4)
Safe working loads for single installation under static loading should not exceed 25% of the ultimate load capacity.

PERFORMANCE TABLE
Tapcon
Maxi-Set Anchor
 Ultimate Tension & Shear Values in Concrete Masonry Units
ANCHOR
DIA.
In. (mm)		 ANCHOR
EMBEDMENT
In. (mm)		 EDGE
DISTANCE
In.		 HOLLOW CORE1 GROUT-FILLED2
TENSION
Lbs. (kN)
SHEAR
Lbs. (kN)
TENSION
Lbs. (kN)
SHEAR
Lbs. (kN)
5/16 (7.9) 1-1/4 (31.8) 4
1,045 (4.6)
2,280 (10.1)
1,045 (4.6)
2,280 (10.1)
  1-3/4 (44.5) 4 NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED 1,950 (8.7) 2,825 (12.6)
  2-1/4 (57.2) 4 NOT RECOMMENDED NOT RECOMMENDED 3,770 (16.8) 3,140 (14.0)
Safe working loads for single installation under static loading should not exceed 25% of the ultimate load capacity.
1 CMU = 1,600 PSI minimum compressive strength.
2 CMU = 1,600 PSI minimum compressive strength with 2,000 PSI grout.

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 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS


MegaGrip Adjustable
Magnetic Bit Holder with
TORX T-40 Bit Tip
Part Number 3400910
Read instructions before using (installation)!
warning symbol WARNING! If there are any questions concerning proper installation, applications or appropriate use of this product, please call our Technical Services Department at 1-800-899-7890. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury.
1. Select proper fastener – diameter/head style/length.
a) Use selection chart to choose proper length.
2. Drill Hole – use selection chart to determine drill bit length and depth of hole.
a) Choose appropriate drill bit based upon diameter of Tapcon Anchor.
b) Drill hole minimum ¼” deeper than Tapcon Anchor to be embedded.
Minimum anchor embedment: 1”
Maximum anchor embedment: 1-3/4”
3. Insert the adjustable MegaGrip bit tip holder in the small opening of sleeve. Slide the open end of the Condrive XL Installation Tool sleeve over the drill bit and snap in place.
4. Drive anchor using MegaGrip adjustable magnetic bit holder with TORX T-40 bit tip
warning symbol WARNING! Failure to wear safety glasses with side shields can result in serious personal injury. Always wear ANSI compliant eye protection (ANSI Z87.1-2003).
warning symbol WARNING! Using the wrong size drill bit will affect performance values and may cause faliure.

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Tapcon XL Anchor
Product Information and Suggested Specifications
Selection and Order Information  |  Installation Instructions
Performance Data  |  Approvals and Listing

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