Value Collection 156038PR Plastic Plug Wall Anchor 5/16 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 156038PR is a plastic plug-style hollow wall anchor designed for fastening into drywall and hollow wall substrates. The anchor measures 5/16 inch in diameter and 2 inches in overall length, accepting a No. 10 screw. It works by expanding behind the wallboard face as the screw is driven, distributing load across the hollow cavity. This type of anchor is a standard fastener used by drywall finishers, general contractors, electricians, and HVAC installers when securing brackets, hangers, or equipment to gypsum board walls where a stud is not accessible.

This anchor is suited for light-duty to medium-duty fastening applications in residential and light commercial construction. Typical use cases include mounting junction box supports, small equipment brackets, pipe hangers, and similar hardware to interior drywall partitions. The plug design allows installation through a pre-drilled hole, after which the screw draws the anchor body tight and expands it against the back face of the wallboard.

Key Features

• Plastic construction — corrosion-resistant for interior drywall environments
• Plug-style expansion body distributes load behind the wall face
• 5/16 inch diameter fits standard pre-drilled pilot holes in gypsum board
• 2 inch overall length provides adequate engagement depth in standard drywall thicknesses
• Accepts No. 10 machine or sheet-metal screw
• Minimum order quantity of 50 units suits jobsite bulk use

Compatibility

Designed for use in drywall and hollow wall substrates as an OEM-style plug anchor accepting a No. 10 screw.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by general contractors, drywall mechanics, or trade technicians working on interior wall substrates. Drill a pilot hole sized to the anchor diameter before inserting the plug flush with the wall surface. Drive the No. 10 screw into the installed anchor until the body expands firmly behind the wallboard — do not overtighten, as excess torque can pull the anchor through the facing paper. Confirm the substrate is gypsum board or a compatible hollow wall material before use; this anchor is not rated for masonry, concrete, or exterior applications.