The Simpson Strong-Tie® IXP™ anchor is a torque-controlled adhesive anchor that, when used with
Simpson Strong-Tie® SET-XP® epoxy, provides optimum performance in both cracked and uncracked
concrete under a variety of adverse service conditions. The IXP anchor was rigorously tested according to ICC-ES AC308 and 2006 IBC requirements. The unique conical shape of the helix configuration enables the IXP anchor to mimic the follow-up expansion behavior of a torque-controlled expansion anchor when tension-zone cracks in the base material intersect the anchor location. In addition, the “tri-lobular” shape of the helix configuration functions as an anti-rotation feature that prevents the anchor from unscrewing during torquing, vibratory and seismic loading, and the normal open and closed cycling of tension zone cracks over the service life of the anchor.
FEATURES
- Conical helix configuration provides follow-up expansion forces when cracks intersect the anchor
- Tri-lobular configuration prevents the anchor from unscrewing during torquing, vibratory and seismic loading, and open and closed cycling of cracks
- Installs like threaded rod: no special drill bits required
- Head stamped with ≠ sign for easy identification after installation
DESIGN EXAMPLE
For design example, click here.
INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT For installation instructions, click here.
CODE REPORTS
- ICC-ES pending
The load tables list values based upon results from the most recent testing and may not reflect those in current code reports. Where code jurisdictions apply, consult the current reports for applicable load values.
MATERIAL
ASTM A193, Grade B7
FINISH
Zinc Plated
TEST CRITERIA
IXP™ anchors installed with SET-XP® adhesive have been tested in accordance with ICC-ES’s Acceptance Criteria for Post–Installed Adhesive Anchors in Concrete (AC308) for the following:
- Seismic and wind loading in cracked and uncracked concrete
- Static tension and shear loading in cracked and uncracked concrete
- Horizontal and overhead applications
- Long-term creep
- Static loading at elevated-temperatures
- Damp holes
- Freeze-thaw conditions
- Critical and minimum edge distance and spacing
IXP™ Anchor
(Patent Pending)
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SUGGESTED SPECIFICATIONS
Torque-controlled adhesive anchors shall be IXP™ anchors from Simpson Strong-Tie, Pleasanton, CA. The anchors have a conical and tri-lobular shaped helix configuration that is installed in concrete with the SET-XP® Epoxy-Tie® adhesive from Simpson Strong-Tie, Pleasanton, CA. The anchor shall have been tested and qualified for performance in cracked concrete per ICC-ES AC308.
IXP Product Data
IXP™ Anchor with SET-XP® Epoxy Installation and Additional Data in Normal-Weight Concrete1
- The information presented in this table is to be used in conjunction with with the design criteria of ACI 318 Appendix D.
