What does Tapcon mean?

Asked by: Brittany Jackson

Tapcon® is a popular brand name for concrete screws. The Tapcon® was patented in 1976 by ITW Buildex. Tapcons are the first and original screws designed to tap threads into concrete, brick or block base material.

Why is it called Tapcon?

Patented in 1976 by ITW Buildex, the Tapcon anchor is the original masonry fastener that revolutionized the fastener industry. The name Tapcon comes from its unique ability to TAP its threads into CONcrete. No other product in the industry anchors to concrete, block and brick with the ease and power of a Tapcon anchor.

What is a Tapcon used for?

The standard blue Climaseal® Tapcon® screw are a light duty masonry anchor primarily used in dry indoor applications for attaching items to concrete, brick or block. They can be used in applications ranging from attaching 2×4 lumber to concrete, a light fixture to brick, or furring strips to a block wall.

Can Tapcon screws go directly into concrete?

The tapcon screw is designed for use in concrete brick or block. They require a slightly smaller hole than the diameter of the screw.

Do you need a hammer drill to install Tapcon screws?

The hole must be drilled using a hammer drill with a carbide tipped bit meeting ANSI standards. A bit that meets ANSI standards will ensure that the hole diameter will meet the requirements of the Tapcon®.

Why are Tapcon screws blue?

Tapcon+ unmatched performance in concrete, block and brick applications make them an excellent alternative to expansion anchors, plugs, lag shields and have a blue corrosion resistant coating that enables them to withstand the harshest conditions.

Can I use Tapcons in brick?

The Tapcon concrete screw is suitable for use in a variety of base material, including brick and the mortar joints between the brick.

Can I use Tapcon in wood?

The pilot hole in the wood. I'm going to drill into the concrete. Using this concrete drill bit now the concrete drill bit is just slightly smaller than the thickness of the tapcon concrete screw.

Are Tapcon screws better than anchors?

Tapcon and wedge anchors are pre-installed mechanical anchors that attach structural objects to concrete structures. However, the wedge anchor suits heavier-duty applications, vs the Tapcon anchor that typically serve lighter deployments. Another difference between them is in their fastening method.

Can you screw directly into concrete?

Concrete screws are a quick and convenient way to fasten to concrete. The best thing about these screws is that you can screw directly into concrete without any need for hammering or an anchor or shield to install. All you have to do is drill a hole and drive in the screw.

Why are my Tapcon screws breaking?

The base material may be too abrasive or too hard for the threads of the tapcon to tap. The base material may be too soft or sandy and not allow for the tapcon threads to hold properly.

How much weight will Tapcon screws hold?

Technical Specifications for Tapcon Concrete Screws

Are Tapcons good for cinder block?

This video is about tapcon concrete anchors they are distinguished by their blue color which gives them a coating making them corrosion resistant they come in sizes.

What is the strongest anchor for cinder block?

Sleeve Anchors – sleeve anchors have excellent holding values in the block and can be used in all three sections of the cinder block with good success.

How much weight can a Tapcon hold in cinder block?

1,360 lbs. *A safety factor of 4:1 or 25% of ultimate pullout/shear value is generally accepted as a safe working load. 340 lbs.