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ESA Expansion Screw Anchor

The ESA was the original internally threaded mechanical anchor design. The malleable lead shield allows for secure mounting.

MATERIAL

Cone – Die Cast Zamac 3 alloy;

Expander Shield – 3 - 5% antimonial lead.

CODE REPORTS

Meets Federal Specifications A-A-1922A, Type 1, except ESA50.

INSTALLATION

See below.

 
 
Tension Load Normal Weight Concrete
ESA Product Data and Tension Loads
in Normal-Weight Concrete
ESA Product Data and Tension Loads in Concrete
  1. The allowable loads listed are based on a safety factor of 4.0.
  2. The minimum concrete thickness is 1 1/2 times the embedment depth.
  3. Machine bolt is not included.
  4. One piloted setting punch is included in each box.
 
Piloted Setting Punch Product Data
Piloted Setting Punch

Piloted Setting Punch

Piloted Setting Punch Product Data
 
 
 
 
INSTALLATION
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  • Drill a hole in the base material using the appropriate diameter carbide drill bit as specified in the table. Drill the hole to the specified embedment depth plus 1/8" for flush mounting. Blow the hole clean using compressed air. Overhead installations need not be blown clean.
  • Insert anchor into hole.
  • Using a piloted setting punch, drive expander shield over cone. One punch is included in each box.
  • Position fixture; insert fastener and tighten.
 
Installation Sequence
Install Sequence
 
 
 
 
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