Toggle Bolt
1/4" Toggle Bolt (Hollow Wall Anchor)
1/4" toggle bolt specs for hollow CMU block and hollow brick: 3/4" pilot hole, 200-400 lbs shear capacity. Best anchor for hollow wall applications.
Diameter
1/4"
Pilot Hole
3/4" (for toggle wings)
Embedment
N/A — requires hollow cavity
Torque
10 in-lbs
Free Tool \u00b7 ACI 318-19 Compliant
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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
Max 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
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
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