1/4" Toggle Bolt (Hollow Wall Anchor)

Quick Answer

A 1/4" Toggle Bolt needs a 3/4" (for toggle wings) pilot hole, drilled through the wall, torqued to 10 in-lbs.

Pilot Hole

3/4" (for toggle wings)

Embedment

N/A — requires hollow cavity

Torque

10 in-lbs

Safe Load

200-400 lbs (shear)

Where to Buy

KURUI Toggle Bolt Kit

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Full Specification

Type

Toggle Bolt

Diameter

1/4"

Available Lengths

1", 1-1/2", 2", 3"

Pilot Hole Diameter

3/4" (for toggle wings)

Pilot Hole Depth

Through-wall

Embedment Depth

N/A — requires hollow cavity

Recommended Torque

10 in-lbs

Compatible Substrates

Hollow concrete block (CMU), Hollow brick, Drywall, Hollow wall

Load Rating

200-400 lbs (shear), 100-200 lbs (tension) — depends on wall thickness

Material

Zinc-plated steel

Removable

No — permanent installation

Best For

✓Hollow CMU block
✓Hollow brick
✓Drywall anchoring

Not For

✗Solid concrete
✗Solid brick
✗High loads
✗Applications requiring removal

How a Toggle Bolt Grips

A toggle bolt holds by opening spring-loaded wings behind hollow material, so the load spreads across the back of the wall rather than gripping the hole itself. Capacity comes from the wall material's strength in the area the wings cover, not from the bolt.

Installation Tips

1.The hole must be large enough for the folded toggle wings to pass through

2.Once installed, cannot be removed without losing the toggle in the wall

3.SNAPTOGGLE is a better alternative — allows bolt removal while keeping anchor

4.Always verify the wall is truly hollow before selecting this anchor type

Frequently Asked Questions

What size drill bit does a 1/4" Toggle Bolt need?

Use a 3/4" (for toggle wings) drill bit, drilled through the wall.

How much weight can a 1/4" Toggle Bolt hold?

200-400 lbs (shear), 100-200 lbs (tension) — depends on wall thickness. Actual capacity depends on base material strength and embedment — verify against the manufacturer's ICC-ES ESR data for structural work.