L-shaped anchor bolts are fixtures embedded within concrete structures, with the primary purpose of providing support for various components such as structural steel columns, light poles, highway signs, heavy machinery, and a wide array of other applications. The hooked end of the anchor bolt is strategically designed to generate resistance, preventing the bolt from dislodging or pulling out of the concrete foundation when subjected to external forces.
The fundamental set of specifications governing these foundation anchor bolts is outlined in ASTM F1554. This standard addresses anchor bolts specifically engineered to secure structural elements to concrete foundations. Anchor bolts can take the form of headed bolts, straight rods, or bent anchor bolts. The three distinct grades, namely 36, 55, and 105, indicate the minimum yield strength characteristics of the anchor bolt, each suitable for varying load-bearing requirements.
F1554 Grade 36 | Low carbon, 36 ksi yield steel anchor bolts - low carbon steel |
F1554 Grade 55 | High strength, low alloy, 55 ksi yield steel anchor bolts - modified mild steel |
F1554 Grade 105 | Alloy, heat treated, high strength 105 ksi yield steel anchor bolts - medium carbon alloy steel |