How strong are concrete anchors? Polyester vs Vinylester Vs Epoxy
Boltah Downunder Boltah Downunder
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 Published On Feb 22, 2024

Here I try to answer that age-old question: what are all those canisters in the masonry anchor section of the hardware store? I Use some common types of chemical anchor, Polyester, Vinylester & Epoxy, all from DeWalt: GP50 (now called AC100E), AC100, and Pure 150 (now Pure500+).
I go over the basics about how to install, and use a hydraulic pull tester to see how strong they bond!
Why is epoxy red? What's the difference between polyester and vinylester glues? let's find out!

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00:00 - Intro
00:27 - Glue overview
01:28 - Glue Canisters
02:09 - Glue appearance
02:29 - Nozzles
02:43 - Glue dispensing
03:53 - How much can you load the glues?
06:33 - How to install bolts with injection anchor glues
07:55 - Pull tester
08:53 - Pull tests
10:35 - So how strong are Polyester, Vinylester, Epoxy?
11:02 - How do the glues break?
12:27 - Does epoxy work in cracked concrete?
13:25 - Handling advice
14:00 - Conclusion

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