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Anchors 5/16 X 1-3/4 Lag Scr Shield Zn-al (Jar 50)
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Product Specs
- Division:
- Electrical H1
- Pack Type:
- Jar
- Product Group:
- Fasteners
- Sub Division:
- Electrical-E H2
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Anchors
Metallics J1208 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) Does the Metallics J1208 come with the lag screws?
No. The J1208 is the shield only, supplied 50 to a jar. You order the 5/16 inch lag bolts separately and pick the length based on your fixture thickness plus the embedment into the shield.
2) What base material is a 5/16 lag shield anchor used in?
Lag screw shields like the Metallics J1208 are made for solid masonry, concrete, brick and block. The zinc-alloy shield is set in a drilled hole and the lag screw expands it against the sides. They are not for hollow wall or drywall, where a toggle or a hollow-wall anchor is the right choice.
3) How deep does the hole need to be for the J1208 lag shield?
Drill at least the full 1-3/4 inch length of the shield, plus a little extra for dust so the anchor seats flush with the surface. The shield must sit entirely below the face of the concrete; if it stands proud, the fixture will not pull up tight and the expansion will work against the edge of the hole.
4) Can I use a lag shield instead of a wedge anchor for mounting equipment to concrete?
A lag shield is removable and the fastener can be backed out and reinstalled, which a wedge anchor cannot do. That makes the Metallics J1208 useful for serviceable mounts, strut, and equipment that may come off later. For a permanent, higher-load structural attachment, a wedge or sleeve anchor is the usual choice instead.
5) Is the Metallics J1208 anchor corrosion resistant for damp locations?
The shield body is zinc-alloy, which gives it reasonable resistance in damp interior and sheltered conditions. For continuously wet, exterior coastal, or chemically aggressive locations, a stainless anchor is the better pick. The lag screw itself is a separate purchase, so match its plating to the shield's environment.
6) How many lag shields are in a jar of Metallics J1208?
Fifty per jar. That pack size suits an electrical contractor mounting strut, panel backboards, or conduit supports to concrete across a job, and it is easy to standardize on for an MRO crib rather than buying loose counts.
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Does the Metallics J1208 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics J1208 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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