3.2.5.1 Product description 3.2.5.2 Material specifications 3.2.5.3 Technical data 3.2.5.4 Ordering information
X-U
Listings / Approvals
X-P
X-C DS X-CR , X-R
X-S EDS X-U 15
ICC-ES ( International Code Council ) ESR-2269 with LABC / LARC Supplement ( X-P , X-U and X-U 15 ) ESR-1663 with LABC / LARC Supplement ( DS , EDS , X-R and X-CR ) ESR-1752 with LABC / LARC Supplement ( X-C , X-P G2 / G3 / B3 , X-S )
3.2.5 GENERAL APPLICATION FASTENERS
3.2.5.1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
X-U Universal Series This universal high performance fastener is designed for applications in concrete and high strength or standard strength steel . The shank diameter is consistent through the fastener offering at 0.157 ". X-U fastener lengths range from 5 / 8 " through 2-7 / 8 " and are available as single fasteners ( P8 ) or collated ( MX ) in strips of 10 . All X-U fasteners have a unique twist knurling reaching 7 / 8 " from the tip up the shank .
X-P Premium Concrete Fastener The X-P fastener is optimized for high performance in concrete base materials . With a shank diameter of 0.157 ”, an optimized conical tip design , and high steel hardness , the X-P is designed for demanding concrete applications , in base materials up to 8,000 psi in strength . The X-P fastener is available in lengths ranging from 5 / 8 ” to 1-9 / 16 ”, making it ideal for drywall track to concrete applications . X-P fasteners are available as single fasteners ( P8 ) or collated ( MX ) in strips of 10 .
X-C Standard Series The X-C series of fasteners is a cost effective solution for applications in concrete and masonry . This fastener is not suited for fastening to steel base materials . Fastener lengths range from 3 / 4 " through 2-7 / 8 " with a shank diameter of 0.138 ". X-C fasteners are offered in a single ( P8 ) fastener version as well as in collated ( MX ) strips of 10 .
X-CR and X-R Fastener Series The X-CR is a high performance , corrosion resistant fastener equivalent to SAE 316 stainless steel . This fastener is ideally suited for applications where corrosion is a concern whether on concrete or steel base materials . The X-CR is designed mainly for concrete applications and is offered as a single ( P8 ) fastener in lengths from 5 / 8 " through 2-1 / 8 ". The X-R fastener is intended for steel applications and is offered in 1 / 2 ” shank length . Shank diameter for these fasteners is 0.145 " for shank lengths less than 1-1 / 2 " and 0.157 " for longer fasteners .
X-S Steel Fastener The X-S is an economical fastener for steel . It has a 0.145 " smooth shank diameter and is offered in a 1 / 2 " and 5 / 8 " length . The X-S13 comes collated ( MX ) in strips of 10 or individually with a plastic “ tophat ” ( THP ). The X-S16 comes singly with a metal " tophat " ( TH ). This fastener is ideally suited for fastening drywall track to standard strength steel and is discussed further in Section 3.2.9 .
X-C G2 / G3 / B3 , X-P G2 / G3 / B3 , X-PN G3 , X-S B3 These collated fastener lines for Hilti ’ s gas-actuated and battery actuated tools are designed for applications in interior finishing , mechanical and electrical trades . These fasteners are used for fastenings in concrete and masonry ( X-C G2 / G3 / B3 standard , X-P G2 / G3 / B3 premium ), and steel ( X-S B3 and X-P G2 / G3 ). For more details refer to Section 3.2.9 .
DS / EDS Fastener Series The DS series fastener is a high performance fastener of 0.177 " shank diameter suitable for both concrete and steel applications . It is offered in a single fastener version only with a 10 mm dome head design and a 10 mm guidance washer . Available lengths are 3 / 4 " through 2-1 / 2 ". Knurling is offered on 3 / 4 " and 7 / 8 " lengths ; designated as EDS and ideally suited for steel applications .
X-U 15 Steel Fastener The X-U 15 is a premium , high performance fastener designed specifically for attachments to steel ( e . g . drywall track , tagging , etc .). It is offered in a 0.145 " shank diameter and 5 / 8 " length with a unique step shank design as either single fasteners with metal tophat or collated in strips of 10 .
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