The Simpson Opti-Mesh 10 in. Acrylic Adhesive Plastic Screen Tube for 5/8 in. Rod is engineered for reliable adhesive anchor installations in base materials that are hollow or contain voids, such as hollow block and brick. Simpson designed this screen tube with a formula-specific woven mesh insert that delivers the cost advantages of a plastic construction while providing superior performance compared to steel screen tubes and competitive plastic screen tubes. Compatible exclusively with the AT-XP acrylic adhesive, it ensures controlled, precise adhesive flow for secure, consistent anchoring results.

Key Features

• Integral cap centers the rod and displays drill bit and rod diameter - takes the guesswork out of installation by keeping the rod properly aligned and confirming correct tooling at a glance.
• Flanges prevent the screen tube from slipping into over-drilled holes - keeps the tube correctly positioned during adhesive dispensing so the anchor sets where it should, every time.
• Formula-specific woven mesh design controls flow of adhesive out of the screen - delivers a consistent, metered adhesive fill that maximizes bond strength and minimizes waste.
• Open-mesh collar allows extra adhesive flow in hollow block applications - accommodates the void spaces found in hollow block and brick, ensuring adequate fill for a secure anchor.
• Acrylic screen tube must be used with AT-XP adhesive - the screen tube is engineered to work in conjunction with AT-XP, so adhesive performance is never compromised by an incompatible pairing.

Why This Product

• Plastic construction with performance that rivals steel - the Opti-Mesh woven mesh insert gives buyers a more economical screen tube option without sacrificing the anchor reliability that steel or premium competitive plastic tubes offer.
• Built-in installation safeguards reduce errors on the job - the integral cap and flanges work together to center the rod, confirm sizing, and prevent the tube from falling into oversized holes, reducing costly installation mistakes.
• Purpose-built for hollow base materials - the combination of a controlled-flow mesh and an open-mesh collar makes this screen tube specifically suited for hollow block and brick anchoring, where standard methods can fail without proper adhesive containment.
• Adhesive-specific design protects anchor integrity - engineered exclusively for use with AT-XP acrylic adhesive, this screen tube ensures the mesh flow characteristics match the adhesive formula, so every installation performs as intended.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): AWS6210P
• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Compatible Adhesive: AT-XP (Acrylic)
• Bolt/Rod Diameter: 5/8 in.
• Hole Size: 7/8 in.
• Length: 10 in.
• Material: Plastic
• Packaging: Packs of 1 and Cartons of 25
• Country of Origin: United States

Frequently Asked Questions

Which adhesive must be used with the AWS6210P screen tube?

The AWS6210P is an acrylic screen tube and must be used exclusively with the Simpson Strong-Tie AT-XP acrylic adhesive. Screen tubes are designed for a specific adhesive type, and using an incompatible adhesive can compromise anchor performance.

What rod and hole diameter is this screen tube designed for?

This screen tube is designed for a rod diameter of 5/8 in. and requires a drilled hole diameter of 7/8 in. for proper installation.

Why are screen tubes necessary when installing adhesive anchors in hollow block or brick?

Screen tubes are vital to the performance of adhesive anchors in base materials that are hollow or contain voids, such as hollow block and brick. The woven mesh design controls the flow of adhesive out of the screen while the open-mesh collar allows extra adhesive flow specifically suited for hollow block applications, ensuring proper fill and a secure anchor.

How do the flanges and integral cap on this screen tube aid installation?

The flanges are designed to prevent the screen tube from slipping into over-drilled holes, keeping it properly positioned during adhesive dispensing. The integral cap centers the rod within the hole and displays the correct drill bit and rod diameter, helping to ensure accurate and efficient installation.

Note: Product dimensions may differ from picture. Please see the item description above for specifications.