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Hurricane Shutter Insert Anchor - Technical Information:
PanelMate® inserts are a fast and economical method to anchor hurricane shutters to concrete, masonry and wood. The PanelMate® inserts are available in two lengths: 2-1/4" for applications with a stucco exterior and 1-7/16” for applications without a stucco exterior.
Fastener External Thread Design:
With its over-sized ½” diameter and double-lead threads, the PanelMate® Insert drives in quickly.
Internal Threads:
Deeply tapped 1/4-20 threads (through-drilled on the short version) allow for expanded adjustability.
Internal Hex Drive:
The 5/16” internal hex drive provides strong, positive driver-bit engagement.
Special Head Style:
A flat head profile with self-cutting serrations easily counter-sinks to seat flush in stucco or other cementuous materials.
Finish: Silver Stalgard®
Tremendous corrosion resistance for long-term fastener performance.
Nylon Locking Patch:
Nylon locking patch (on the long version) helps lock the PanelMate Insert in place.
Ease of Installation:
- Pre-drill pilot hole with 7/16” ANSI masonry drill bit.
- Drive in the PanelMate Insert until it seats flush.
NOTE: Although the PanelMate® insert can be installed with a hex screw driver, the use of the PanelMate® hex drive tool is recommended.
Material:
Carbon Steel that is case hardened for dependable thread tapping.
Performance Data:
| Poured Concrete (2,700 PSI) |
| Test |
Edge Distance |
Embedment |
Ultimate Load |
| Pull-out |
4" |
1-5/8" |
2,342 lbs. |
| Block or CMU (2,676 PSI) |
| Test |
Block Type |
Embedment |
Ultimate Load |
| Pull-out |
Grout Filled |
1-1/2" |
1,666 lbs.* |
| Hollow Block (1,794 PSI)** |
| Test |
Edge Distance |
Embedment |
Ultimate Load |
Typical Mode of Failure |
| Pull-out |
1-3/4" |
1-1/4" |
1,376 lbs. |
Pop-out/spall of block |
| Shear |
1-3/4" |
1-1/4" |
1,100 lbs. |
Break-out of block |
| Pull-out |
3-1/2" |
1-1/4" |
1,608 lbs. |
Pop-out/spall of block |
| Shear |
3-1/2" |
1-1/4" |
2,208 lbs. |
Break-out of block |
* In-house testing was done with the pilot drilled using a corded rotary hammer and a 7/16" SDS masonry drill bit.
** In testing, the PanelMate® insert was installed and a 1/4-20 stainless steel machine screw was threaded into the insert. The
test load was then applied to the machine screw.
Values shown are average ultimate values and are offered only as a guide and are not guaranteed. Reference should be made to applicable codes for the specific working ratio.