An L-bolt (or L-shaped anchor bolt) is a heavy-duty fastener primarily used to anchor structural elements, steel columns, or sill plates to concrete or masonry. The 90-degree bend is embedded in the concrete to prevent the bolt from pulling out under tension.

Key Specifications

  • Sizes: Commonly available in diameters ranging from M6 to M36 (or 1/2" to 1-1/4") depending on load requirements.
  • Materials: Manufactured from mild steel, high-tensile steel, or corrosion-resistant 304/316 stainless steel.
  • Finishes: Available as plain, electro-galvanized, or hot-dipped galvanized (HDG) for outdoor or corrosive environments.

4. Primary Applications

  • Structural Steel Columns: Securing the baseplates of steel structural beams to concrete foundations.
  • Light Poles & Signage: Anchoring highway sign structures, traffic lights, and street lamp posts.
  • Equipment/Machinery Foundations: Bolting down heavy industrial manufacturing equipment to prevent vibration-induced shifting.
  • Sill Plate Anchoring: In residential construction, securing wood sill plates to concrete slab foundations.

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