The reviewed product Expansion anchor Fischer 562172 180 mm Nylon 50 pcs is compared with similar nylon expansion anchors from the same FISCHER series, including Expansion anchor Fischer 562160 180 mm Nylon 50 pcs, Expansion anchor Fischer 562169 120 mm Nylon 50 pcs, Expansion anchor Fischer 562173 200 mm Nylon 50 pcs, Expansion anchor Fischer 562155 80 mm Nylon 50 pcs, and Expansion anchor Fischer 562157 120 mm Nylon 50 pcs. All products share the same durable nylon material, pack size of 50 pieces, and compatibility with concrete, gypsum blocks, and masonry. The primary differences lie in the anchor lengths and the required drill hole depths and diameters, which directly impact the holding capacity and embedment depth.
⚙️ The table below compares the key specifications of the products—anchor length, drill hole diameter, and minimum drill hole depth—and evaluates the practical significance of these differences for installation work.
| Parameter | Fischer 562172 (180 mm) | Fischer 562160 (180 mm) | Fischer 562169 (120 mm) | Fischer 562173 (200 mm) | Fischer 562155 (80 mm) | Fischer 562157 (120 mm) | Practical Significance |
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| Material | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | Nylon | All items offer identical corrosion resistance and suitability for standard construction substrates. |
| Pack size | 50 pcs. | 50 pcs. | 50 pcs. | 50 pcs. | 50 pcs. | 50 pcs. | All options come in 50-piece boxes, making them well-suited for medium to large construction projects. |
| Anchor length | 180 mm | 180 mm | 120 mm | 200 mm | 80 mm | 120 mm | Length determines the embedment depth and the maximum thickness of the fixture being attached. |
| Drill hole diameter | 1 cm | 1 cm | 1 cm | 1 cm | 1 cm | 1 cm | A uniform drill diameter simplifies workflow by avoiding the need to constantly change drill bits when switching sizes within the series. |
| Min. hole depth | 19 cm | 19 cm | 13 cm | 21 cm | 9 cm | 13 cm | Hole depth must match the fastener length to ensure a secure and stable fit in the wall. |
◎ The table below evaluates which product is most suitable for different user needs, use cases, and installation scenarios.
| Use Case | Recommended Product | Why |
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| Deep anchorage in concrete or masonry | Expansion anchor Fischer 562172 180 mm Nylon 50 pcs | The 180 mm length provides secure anchoring when mounting heavier fixtures or fastening through thicker insulation layers. |
| Maximum embedment depth | Expansion anchor Fischer 562173 200 mm Nylon 50 pcs | The 200 mm length and 21 cm hole depth are ideal for projects requiring the deepest possible wall penetration. |
| Standard construction and repair | Expansion anchor Fischer 562169 120 mm Nylon 50 pcs or Expansion anchor Fischer 562157 120 mm Nylon 50 pcs | The 120 mm length serves as a versatile, all-purpose solution for general building tasks. |
| Shallow installation requirements | Expansion anchor Fischer 562155 80 mm Nylon 50 pcs | The shorter 80 mm anchor is convenient where wall thickness or drilling depth is restricted. |
The Expansion anchor Fischer 562172 180 mm Nylon 50 pcs is ideal for projects requiring an extended 180 mm embedment depth in concrete, gypsum blocks, or masonry. Choose this model if you need secure fastening that requires a minimum hole depth of 19 cm while benefiting from a convenient 50-piece box for larger workloads.
