RAWLPLUG R-TFIX-8M facade anchor 8 x 255 mm with metal hammer-in pin, pack 100

RAWLPLUG R-TFIX-8M facade anchor 8 x 255 mm with metal hammer-in pin is a mechanical fixing solution designed for fastening external thermal insulation and façade cladding. The anchor combines a plastic sleeve body sized for an 8 mm fixing with a metal hammer-in pin that activates expansion and secures the anchor in masonry or concrete substrates. Supplied in a pack of 100, this product is intended for use where reliable mechanical anchorage is required in façade assemblies and external insulation finishing systems.

Advantages

The metal hammer-in pin ensures consistent mechanical expansion and secure load transfer within solid and hollow masonry or concrete, while the 255 mm length provides sufficient penetration for external insulation systems of substantial thickness. The plastic sleeve is designed to accommodate thermal insulation materials without compromising thermal bridging performance, and the product's factory-controlled dimensions offer repeatable installation results. Supplied as a pack of 100, the anchors are convenient for larger façade projects and help streamline material planning on site.

Suitable for

• Fixing external insulation boards (ETICS) to masonry and concrete substrates
• Securing façade cladding and lightweight panels where mechanical anchorage is required
• Applications requiring long-reach anchors through insulation layers into structural substrate
• Large façade refurbishments and new-build external wall insulation installations

Key specifications

• Anchor diameter: 8 mm
• Overall length: 255 mm
• Fixing type: mechanical expansion with metal hammer-in pin
• Material: plastic sleeve with metal pin
• Pack quantity: 100 pieces

How to use

Drill a hole of the appropriate diameter and depth through the insulation layer into the structural substrate, taking account of the required embedment depth. Insert the sleeve fully through the insulation and into the drilled hole so that the flange sits flush with the insulation surface. Drive the metal pin with a hammer until the pin head reaches the sleeve and activates expansion of the anchor inside the substrate. Trim any protruding pin or sleeve to the required finish level if necessary and fit the cladding or insulation fixing washer as specified in the installation design.

Usage recommendations

Verify substrate suitability and drill depth before installation. Use correct drill tools and protective equipment. Follow façade system design guidelines for anchor spacing, embedment depth and thermal bridge considerations. For hollow or weak substrates consult specific installation instructions or perform pull-out tests to confirm load capacity.