Value Collection 37160BBA Bent Anchor Bolt 3/8-16 10in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 37160BBA is a bent anchor bolt used to secure structural and mechanical assemblies to concrete or masonry foundations. The bolt features a 3/8-16 unified coarse thread and a 10-inch overall length, making it suitable for moderate-load anchoring tasks in construction and mechanical installation work. It is manufactured from Grade 2 steel, providing standard tensile strength for general-purpose fastening applications. Plumbers, HVAC technicians, electricians, and general contractors commonly install bent anchor bolts when setting equipment bases, pipe supports, or structural framing into poured concrete.

Bent anchor bolts are used in both residential and light commercial applications wherever equipment or structural members must be anchored to a concrete slab or block foundation. Typical scenarios include setting HVAC unit pads, securing pipe hangers, anchoring electrical equipment bases, and fastening structural sill plates. The bent or J-hook configuration is cast or embedded into concrete before the pour sets, allowing the threaded end to protrude for nut and washer fastening once the concrete cures.

Key Features

• 3/8-16 unified coarse thread for compatibility with standard nuts and washers
• 10-inch overall length provides adequate embedment depth for light to moderate loads
• Grade 2 steel construction suitable for general-purpose anchoring applications
• Bent hook configuration locks into cured concrete to resist pull-out forces
• Single-piece design with no additional components required

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose bent anchor bolt for use with standard 3/8-16 nuts and washers in concrete or masonry anchoring applications.

Installation Notes

Bent anchor bolts are typically installed by contractors or licensed tradespeople during concrete formwork or prior to a slab pour, with the hook end embedded and the threaded end positioned to protrude at the required height. Ensure the bolt is plumb and positioned correctly before the concrete sets, as repositioning after curing is not possible. Always consult applicable building codes and structural load requirements before specifying anchor bolt size and embedment depth. Use appropriate torque when tightening the nut to avoid thread stripping on Grade 2 steel.