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57.1 Introduction
The Hammer-Capsule System consists of a self contained, single use,
two-part glass capsule into which threaded anchor rod or reinforcing
bars can be directly driven without the need for a chisel point or
spinning action. It is designed for use in the installation of 3/8"
through 1 " diameter threaded rod in solid concrete and masonry
materials. It can also be used to install reinforcing bars.
57.2 Product Description
The Hammer-Capsule adhesive is packaged in single use glass capsules
which have pre-measured components. A mixture of hardener and quartz
aggregate is contained in the upper portion of the capsule while the
lower portion contains an epoxy acrylate resin. Unlike traditional
capsule anchors which required the use of chisel-pointed anchor rod
and special installation tools, the Hammer-Capsule is designed for
use with straight cut anchor rod.


After drilling the anchor hole, the capsule is inserted, resin end first,
as shown by the arrow on the capsule. Then, as the rod is driven into
the capsule, the hardener is automatically dispersed into the resin. A
separate capsule is used for each size of 3/8" through 1 " threaded
anchor rod. The Hammer-Capsule System bonds the threaded rod to
the base material so no expansion forces are exerted against the walls
of the hole in the base material. This makes it ideal for use in
anchoring to solid base materials ranging from soft common brick to
hard marble or granite. Unlike expansion anchors, the anchor can be
set close to the edge of the base material.
The unique design allows the use of straight cut anchor rod which
reduces installation costs when compared with systems requiring
chisel pointed rod and special installation tools.