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Stainless Steel Sleeve Anchors

Expansion Sleeve Anchors for Concrete, Solid Masonry & Industrial Fixing

Mechanical through-fixing anchors with a long formed sleeve around an integral stud. Tightening the exterior nut draws the tapered embedded end into the sleeve, expanding it radially against the prepared hole wall.

Type
Expansion Sleeve Anchor
Base Material
Concrete / Suitable Solid Masonry
Anchor System
Mechanical Sleeve Expansion
Construction
Stud + Sleeve + Cone + Nut + Washer
Materials
304 / A2, 316 / A4 Stainless Steel
Commercial Range
M6–M20
Installation
Through-Fixing / Pre-Drilled Hole
Custom Options
Diameter / Length / Sleeve / Material / Packaging

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Product Overview

Stainless Steel Sleeve Anchors combine an integral threaded stud and smooth shank with a long expansion sleeve, embedded tapered expansion head, exterior hex nut, large flat washer and spring lock washer where specified. The extended sleeve distinguishes this family from wedge anchors that use a small localized clip.

For through-fixing, the anchor passes through a positioned bracket, frame or base plate into a correctly drilled and cleaned hole. Tightening the exterior nut draws the tapered head relative to the sleeve; the sleeve expands radially and engages the hole wall while the fixture is clamped to the base material.

Procurement should define nominal diameter, sleeve OD, overall and sleeve lengths, thread length, fixture thickness, required embedment, base material, complete assembly grades, quantity and project requirements. Concrete is the primary reference; use in selected solid masonry must be confirmed for the exact anchor and substrate.

Technical Specifications

Product
Stainless Steel Sleeve Anchors
Alternative Names
Expansion Sleeve Anchors / Concrete Sleeve Anchors / Masonry Sleeve Anchors / Through-Fixing Sleeve Anchors
Anchor Type
Mechanical sleeve expansion anchor
Primary Base Material
Concrete
Additional Base Material
Selected solid masonry only where suitable for the exact anchor design and project
Installation
Through-fixing in a correctly sized, drilled and cleaned hole
Primary Configuration
Integral threaded stud and tapered expansion head + long sleeve + hex nut + flat washer; spring lock washer where specified
Expansion Mechanism
Nut tightening draws the integral tapered head into the surrounding sleeve, producing radial expansion
Materials
304 / A2 and 316 / A4 stainless steel
Other Material
Carbon steel where required
Complete Assembly Material
Confirm stud, sleeve, expansion head, nut and washer grades individually
Commercial Range
M6–M20 positioning; main website focus M8 / M10 / M12 / M16
Length Supply
Multiple commercial lengths by diameter, fixture thickness and installation requirement; availability by quotation
Thread
Metric thread unless otherwise specified
d / D / L
Nominal anchor or thread diameter / sleeve outside diameter / overall length
Ls / Lt
Sleeve length / thread length
d0
Drill-hole diameter for the exact sleeve geometry; do not assume d0 equals d
hnom / hef / tfix
Nominal installation depth / effective embedment where applicable / fixture thickness
Other Purchasing Dimensions
Expansion-head length, nut size, washer OD and exterior thread projection
Custom Supply
Diameter, length, thread, sleeve and slot geometry, assembly components, material and packaging
Inspection / Documentation
MTC or raw material report, dimensional, thread, material and assembly inspection, plus third-party support as agreed

Sleeve-anchor performance depends on the exact design, diameter, length, embedment, base material, hole geometry and installation procedure. For structural or safety-critical anchoring, use only data and approvals verified for the exact supplied configuration; another manufacturer’s values are not transferable.

Expansion Sleeve, Cone Movement & Base Material Selection

Anchor Structure
An integral stud with front thread, long smooth shank and formed tapered embedded head runs through the long expansion sleeve.
Before Tightening
The sleeve remains relatively unexpanded around the stud for insertion into the prepared hole.
Nut Tightening
The exterior nut acts through the washers and fixture, drawing the integral stud and deep tapered head outward relative to the sleeve.
Radial Expansion
The tapered head enters the slotted sleeve end, increasing its diameter and developing contact with the hole wall over the expansion region.
Base Material
Concrete is primary. Suitable solid brick, dense masonry or solid block requires exact-product and project confirmation; not automatically suitable for hollow, AAC, drywall or weak masonry.
Fixture Thickness
Overall length must accommodate tfix, required installation depth, washers, nut and thread projection; a longer anchor does not automatically mean higher capacity.
Hole Geometry
Use the verified d0 and depth for the selected sleeve OD and design. Correct drilling and cleaning are required for seating and consistent expansion.
Sleeve vs Wedge
A sleeve anchor expands a longer surrounding sleeve; a wedge anchor acts through a localized embedded clip. Neither is universally stronger.

304 / 316 Stainless Steel & Size Options

304 / A2 is commonly selected for general construction, industrial equipment and suitable outdoor hardware. 316 / A4 is preferred for coastal, marine, high-humidity and other more corrosion-sensitive installations. Selection must consider the complete assembly and exposure environment.

Commercial positioning covers M6, M8, M10, M12, M16 and M20, with M8–M16 as the main website focus. Multiple lengths may be offered according to fixture thickness, installation depth and application; every size-by-length combination is not implied to be stocked.

Anchor Length, Sleeve Geometry & OEM Supply

Configurable Variables
Anchor diameter, overall and thread lengths, sleeve length and OD, slot and expansion-head geometry, nut, washers and grade
Supply Basis
Manufacturer specification, customer drawing, approved sample or project requirement
RFQ Checklist
Diameter × overall length, tfix, required installation depth, base material, stainless grade, quantity, specification and approval requirement
Packaging
Inner bags, boxes, export cartons, pallets, customer labels and authorized private label by agreement

Expansion Assembly & Quality Documentation

Dimensional Inspection
Thread diameter, overall and thread lengths, sleeve OD and length, slot geometry, expansion-head geometry, nut fit and washer dimensions
Assembly Checks
Sleeve movement, tapered-head fit, nut engagement, thread quality, surface condition and expansion behavior
Functional Trial
Where required, installation in the specified test base or controlled fixture to check insertion, sleeve expansion, fixture seating and nut engagement
Documentation
MTC, raw material report, dimensional, thread, material and assembly inspection, functional report where performed, and third-party support as agreed

No generic expansion diameter, installation torque, load capacity, edge distance, spacing, concrete strength or approval claim is made.

Applications

Stainless steel sleeve anchors securing a structural steel bracket to solid concrete
01

Steel Brackets to Concrete

Through-fixing of steel brackets, frames and mounting components to suitable concrete substrates.

02

Machinery & Equipment Supports

Selected machinery bases and industrial supports where a mechanical sleeve anchor is specified.

03

Handrails & Frames

Rail, frame and support applications mounted to suitable concrete or confirmed solid masonry.

04

Outdoor & Coastal Installations

316 / A4 provides an option for more corrosion-sensitive outdoor and coastal fastening environments.

05

OEM & Project Anchor Supply

Supply by diameter, overall length, sleeve geometry, stainless grade and project specification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Sleeve Anchor?

A mechanical expansion anchor with a metal sleeve around the anchor body. Tightening moves the tapered embedded head into the sleeve, causing radial expansion against the drilled-hole wall.

What is the difference between a Sleeve Anchor and a Wedge Anchor?

A sleeve anchor uses a longer expandable sleeve around part of its body; a wedge anchor uses a localized clip near the tapered embedded end. Selection depends on base material and application.

Can Sleeve Anchors be used in masonry?

Some designs suit selected solid masonry, but compatibility must be confirmed for the exact anchor and substrate. Do not assume suitability for hollow, weak or aerated masonry.

How do I select Sleeve Anchor length?

Account for required installation depth, fixture thickness, nut and washers, exterior thread projection and the project specification.

Can VALTOR supply 304 and 316 Stainless Steel Sleeve Anchors?

Yes. 304 / A2 and 316 / A4 options are supplied according to size, application and actual assembly specification.

Need Stainless Steel Sleeve Anchors?

Send diameter × overall length, fixture thickness, installation depth, base material, complete assembly grade, quantity and project specification.

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