The Simpson Titen Turbo 3/16 in. x 2-1/4 in. Hex-Head Screw Anchor is a carbon steel concrete and masonry screw engineered for fast, reliable fastening in wood-to-concrete and wood-to-masonry applications. The innovation behind this screw anchor is a thread design featuring a Torque Reduction Channel that lowers driving torque while maintaining superior holding power - making installation consistently smoother whether you are anchoring into concrete, brick, or block. Zinc plated with a baked-on ceramic coating and driven with a standard 1/4 in. hex head, this screw anchor is built for professionals and serious DIYers who need a dependable, trouble-free fastening solution in dry interior environments.

Key Features

• Torque Reduction Channel between the threads - traps drilling dust where it cannot obstruct thread action, significantly reducing binding, stripping, and snapping during installation so you get a clean drive every time
• Code listed per ICC-ES AC193 for concrete without hole cleaning (IAPMO UES ER-712) - eliminates the extra step of clearing dust from predrilled holes, saving time on every fastening point
• Serrated screw point - provides easier starts when fastening wood to concrete or masonry, reducing the effort needed to initiate thread engagement
• Compatible with standard ANSI drill bits - no matched-tolerance bit required, so you can use commonly available tooling already on hand without purchasing specialty accessories
• Designed for cordless drill or impact driver installation - works with the tools most installers already carry, and the 1/4 in. hex head fits standard hex-drive chucks and bit holders without adapters
• Zinc plated with a baked-on ceramic coating - delivers a durable corrosion-resistant finish suited for the dry interior environments where this anchor is rated for use

Why This Product

• Skip the hole-cleaning step on concrete jobs - the Torque Reduction Channel manages drilling dust within the thread path, and the anchor carries a code listing under ICC-ES AC193 confirming it performs in uncleaned predrilled holes, cutting preparation time without sacrificing reliability
• Fewer installation failures with standard tooling - because no matched-tolerance bit is required and the screw is engineered to reduce binding and stripping, installers get consistent results using the cordless drills and impact drivers they already own
• Trusted Simpson engineering for concrete and masonry fastening - the Titen Turbo is backed by Simpson Strong-Tie's thread design research, providing holding power that professionals can count on for wood-to-concrete and wood-to-masonry connections
• A refined thread design that makes a practical difference on the job - by lowering driving torque, the screw anchor reduces fatigue during repetitive installations and minimizes the risk of fastener damage, helping maintain fastening strength across every anchor in a project

Specifications

• Model Number (MPN): TNT18214H
• Diameter: 3/16 in.
• Length: 2-1/4 in.
• Head Type: Hex Head
• Drive Type: 1/4 in. Hex
• Material: Carbon Steel
• Coating: Zinc Plated with Ceramic Coating
• Color: Blue
• Installation Tool: Cordless drill or impact driver
• Drill Bit Required: Standard ANSI drill bit
• Packaging: Packs of 100 and Cartons of 500

Approved Applications

• Fastening into concrete - no pre-hole cleaning required (per ICC-ES AC193 / IAPMO UES ER-712)
• Fastening into masonry substrates
• Wood-to-concrete anchoring
• Wood-to-masonry anchoring
• Dry interior environments only

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to clean dust from the predrilled hole before installing the Titen Turbo?

No. The Titen Turbo is code listed in accordance with ICC-ES AC193 for concrete applications without cleaning dust from predrilled holes (IAPMO UES ER-712). The Torque Reduction Channel traps drilling dust where it cannot obstruct thread action, so hole cleaning is not required.

What drill bit is required to install the Simpson TNT18214H?

A matched-tolerance bit is not required. The Titen Turbo installs with a standard ANSI drill bit, making it compatible with commonly available tooling.

What type of tool should I use to drive the Titen Turbo screw anchor?

The Titen Turbo is designed for installation with a cordless drill or impact driver. The 1/4 in. hex head drive type accommodates standard hex-drive chucks and bit holders used with these tools.

Can the Simpson TNT18214H be used in outdoor or wet environments?

No. This screw anchor is intended for use in dry interior environments only. While it features a zinc-plated finish with a baked-on ceramic coating, it is not rated for exterior, wet, or corrosive exposure conditions.

Note: Product dimensions and/or thread length may differ from picture. Please see the item description above for specifications.