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18 Sep , 2025

Through Bolt for Concrete

Through Bolt for Concrete: What It Is, Which Size to Use, and How to Install 
 

A through bolt is a concrete anchor you insert through the fixture into a drilled hole. Tighten the nut → the cone expands the sleeve → the bolt grips the concrete. Use M8–M10 for light/medium fixtures, M12–M16 for machinery/steel, and M20 for very heavy loads. Tighten to the recommended torque for safety.

 

What is a Through Bolt? 
 


A through bolt is a mechanical anchor for fixing base plates, frames, railings, cable trays, HVAC supports, and machinery into concrete. It saves time because you install it through the fixture—no extra steps. FERRY Through Bolts are built with an optimum cone angle (controlled expansion), high dimensional accuracy (consistent batches), and corrosion-resistant finish (long life on site).

 

Through Bolt vs Wedge Anchor: Which Should I Buy?
 

  1. Through Bolt → Best when you want fast through-fixing with the plate already in place (railings, trays, frames).
  2. Wedge Anchor → Insert in the base first, then mount the fixture. Good too—but slower on repetitive work.

    If your site team asks, “Can we just drill and fix right away?” choose through bolts.

 

How to Choose Through Bolt Size (3 Steps)
 

Duty / Load
 

  1. Light–medium: M8–M10
  2. Machinery / structural steel: M12–M16
  3. Very heavy/dynamic: M16–M20
     

Concrete & Fixture
 

  1. Check minimum concrete thickness.
  2. Match the fixture hole diameter to the bolt’s requirement.
     

Length & Torque
 

  1. Length must cover fixture thickness + embedment + washer/nut with full thread engagement.
  2. Tighten to the recommended torque (see below).

If you’re between two sizes and the design allows, go one size up. It’s safer and easier to inspect.

 

Sizes, Holes, and Torque (FERRY Through Bolt Specs)

Notes: “Fixture hole” = hole in your plate/bracket. “Minimum substrate” = minimum concrete thickness. Measurements may vary within normal tolerances.
 

M8 Series — Fixture hole: 9 mm | Minimum substrate: 100 mm | Recommended torque: 15 Nm

 

BoltLength (mm)Thread (mm)
M85014
M86525
M88040
M811565

 

M10 Series — Fixture hole: 11 mm | Minimum substrate: 100 mm | Recommended torque: 25 Nm

 

BoltLength (mm)Thread (mm)
M106522
M108030
M109546
M1011565
M1013080

 

M12 Series — Fixture hole: 13 mm | Minimum substrate: 100 mm | Recommended torque: 45 Nm

 

BoltLength (mm)Thread (mm)
M128030
M1210040
M1212060
M1213575
M1215090

 

M16 Series — Fixture hole: 18 mm | Minimum substrate: 130 mm | Recommended torque: 110 Nm

 

BoltLength (mm)Thread (mm)
M1610555
M1614060
M16180100
M16220140

 

M20 Series — Fixture hole: 22 mm | Minimum substrate: 160 mm | Recommended torque: 180 Nm
 

BoltLength (mm)Thread (mm)
M2012565
M2016065
M20200100
M20300100

 

Real Use-Cases: What Size Works Where?
 

  1. Railing posts/handrails on concrete slabs: Start M8–M10; pick length for plate + full thread engagement; torque to spec to stop wobble.
  2. HVAC frames/duct supports: M10–M12; for rooftops or damp areas, choose a corrosion-resistant finish.
  3. Cable trays (industrial runs): M8–M10 at close spacing; move to M12 where spans/loads increase.
  4. Machinery base plates (factory): M16–M20; torque all bolts evenly.
  5. Structural steel brackets/seats: Usually M12–M16; go M20 for heavier members or where design requires.
  6. Procurement shortcut: Stock M10, M12, M16 in 2–3 lengths each—this covers ~80% of common tasks.

 

Through Bolt Installation (Fast & Correct)

 

  1. Drill & clean the hole to the right diameter/depth. Brush/blow out dust.
  2. Through-fix: Keep the fixture in place. Insert the through bolt through the fixture into the hole.
  3. Washer + nut, then torque to the recommended value (use a calibrated wrench).
  4. Do not reuse. Through bolts are single-use anchors.
  5. Avoid these mistakes: dusty holes, wrong hole size, over-/under-torque, choosing a length that doesn’t allow full thread engagement, and installing in concrete thinner than the minimum.

 

Through Bolt Price in India: What Affects Cost?
 

  1. Diameter & length (M20 costs more than M8; longer costs more than shorter)
  2. Finish (standard vs higher corrosion resistance)
  3. Order volume (bulk = better rates)
  4. Lead time & delivery location
     

Buying for projects or annual consumption? Ask for bulk pricing and a size-mix that fits your BOQ to reduce waste.

 

Why Choose FERRY Through Bolts?

FERRY International, through bolts, delivers precise, corrosion-resistant, high-load anchoring you can trust—backed by consistent specs, fast through-fixing, and bulk-ready pricing across India.

 

  1. Optimum cone angle for controlled expansion (secure hold)
  2. High-dimensional accuracy for consistent performance
  3. External grip features for reliable fixing in concrete
  4. Corrosion-resistant finish for long service life
  5. Bulk orders at competitive prices across India

 

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Tell us your fixture thickness, concrete grade, and approximate load—we’ll determine the right M-size, length, and torque, and build a cost-efficient bulk mix.

 

FAQs (People Also Ask)

 

Is a through bolt good for cracked concrete?

Use according to the engineer’s design and site conditions. Through bolts provide a strong fixing in sound concrete; follow torque specifications and manufacturer's guidance.

 

What torque should I use?

M8: 15 Nm, M10: 25 Nm, M12: 45 Nm, M16: 110 Nm, M20: 180 Nm (per FERRY specs above).

 

Can I reuse a through bolt?

No. Treat them as single-use anchors.

 

Through bolt or chemical anchor?

For speed and repeatability, through bolts are great. For edge-distance issues, high loads in weaker concrete, or specific design cases, your engineer may pick chemical anchors.

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