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Full Specification

Type

Sleeve Anchor

Diameter

5/8"

Available Lengths

3-3/4", 5", 6", 8"

Pilot Hole Diameter

5/8"

Pilot Hole Depth

Hole depth = anchor length

Embedment Depth

2" minimum

Recommended Torque

30-40 ft-lbs

Compatible Substrates

Concrete, Brick, Solid block, Stone

Load Rating

913 lbs tension, 1,054 lbs shear safe working load — Ultimate: 3,652 lbs tension / 4,218 lbs shear — Ultimate values in 2000 PSI concrete (Confast). Allowable calculated at the industry-standard 4:1 safety factor.

Material

Zinc-plated steel, Stainless steel

Removable

No — permanent installation

Best For

✓Heavy structural connections to masonry
✓Large machinery on brick piers
✓Retaining wall anchors

Not For

✗Hollow block
✗Thin concrete slabs
✗Applications requiring removal

How a Sleeve Anchor Grips

A sleeve anchor expands a full-length metal sleeve against the hole wall as the nut is tightened, spreading its grip over more surface area than a wedge clip does. That makes it more forgiving in brick and block, where a wedge anchor's concentrated expansion force can crack the base material.

Installation Tips

1.Requires SDS-Plus or SDS-Max rotary hammer for clean 5/8" holes

2.Minimum 3-1/8" edge distance (5× diameter)

3.Sleeve anchors at this size are preferred over wedge anchors in brick — gentler expansion

4.Verify brick or block face shell is at least 1-1/2" thick before installing

Frequently Asked Questions

What size drill bit does a 5/8" Sleeve Anchor need?

Use a 5/8" carbide masonry bit, drilled to the full anchor length.

How much weight can a 5/8" Sleeve Anchor hold?

913 lbs tension, 1,054 lbs shear safe working load. Actual capacity depends on base material strength and embedment — verify against the manufacturer's ICC-ES ESR data for structural work.