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March 28, 2015 at 4:55 pm #305196
I have a large parking garage coming up that I’ll be doing signs for. Some of the signs will be mechanically anchored to the concrete. To be safe and avoid post-tension cable I’ll be using 1½” (±) drop-in anchors. I came across various anchor setting tools which included a Hilti (I wish Bosch made a setting tool, but I didn’t see one). As usual, Hilti is expensive but I was able to locate a set for $50 instead of the usual $75. It includes the stop bit as well as the driver tool (link: https://www.us.hilti.com/cordless-systems/power-tool-consumables/hammer-drill-bits-%28sds%29/2062736)
Anyone use these (Hilti or otherwise)?
I’m curious about two things:
1) Are the anchors proprietary or can other brands be used?
The Hilti measure 1-9/16″ long
Redheads measure 1-5/8″ long2) Would the Bosch stop bit fit in the Hilti setting tool? (http://www.amazon.com/Bosch-HCSTP2083-16-inch-Drop-Anchor/dp/B0058PJFKI)
I don’t expect anyone to know this stuff off the top of your heads, but figured maybe someone has done some experimenting/interchanging attempts.
The Hilti anchors look to be about $1 each, whereas Redhead’s are about $.25 each. Typical Hilti pricing…
Resident Sign Guy
March 28, 2015 at 5:50 pm #305220I’ve used the redheads with a Bosch stop bit and had no problems. I can’t say if the bit was exactly the same as the one you llinked here or not. It was a 1/2″, but the length could have been longer.
I used the Redhead setting tool with them.
Jon P.
Timber Carpentry & Construction
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InstagramMarch 28, 2015 at 5:51 pm #305221Those hilti bits are awesome we’ve been using them for the past year and they’ve been working out great. I would personally go with the hilti anchors as well just because it is a brand that I trust and they really stand behind their products if any issues should come up.
March 28, 2015 at 7:59 pm #305282Our lo1cal Menards has the 5/8″ dia by 1 1/2″ Bosch stop bitsmon clearance for like 7 bucks. I just use a punch to set them once in the hole.
March 28, 2015 at 10:00 pm #305337Skillman
ProI’ve had no problems with using redheads or hilti for shields . The one thing I’ve never used was a stop bit . Just put some tape on bit . But I have to say that those stop bits look good . Just don’t over tighten and should have no problems.
Always willing to learn .
March 29, 2015 at 11:56 am #305729Thanks for the feedback guys!
Resident Sign Guy
March 29, 2015 at 5:02 pm #305857let us know what you find out
March 29, 2015 at 6:03 pm #305875I’ve had no problems with using redheads or hilti for shields . The one thing I’ve never used was a stop bit . Just put some tape on bit . But I have to say that those stop bits look good . Just don’t over tighten and should have no problems.
The depth rod that I always toss on a shelf would also be an alternative to the stop bit.
Jon P.
Timber Carpentry & Construction
https://www.facebook.com/timbercarpentry/
InstagramMarch 29, 2015 at 7:55 pm #305935Skillman
ProI’ve had no problems with using redheads or hilti for shields . The one thing I’ve never used was a stop bit . Just put some tape on bit . But I have to say that those stop bits look good . Just don’t over tighten and should have no problems.
The depth rod that I always toss on a shelf would also be an alternative to the stop bit.
Oh yeah I forgot about that part to use .
Always willing to learn .
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