The Simpson Opti-Mesh 13 in. Acrylic Adhesive Plastic Screen Tube from Simpson is engineered to deliver reliable adhesive anchoring performance in base materials that are hollow or contain voids, including hollow block and brick. Designed exclusively for use with AT-XP acrylic adhesive, this woven mesh screen tube combines the economical advantage of a plastic construction with superior performance compared to steel screen tubes and competitive plastic screen tubes - making it a dependable choice for anchoring applications where proper adhesive flow and placement are critical.

Key Features

• Integral cap centers the rod and displays drill bit and rod diameter - eliminates guesswork on the job site by making it easy to confirm the correct setup at a glance, reducing the risk of installation errors.
• Flanges prevent the screen tube from slipping into over-drilled holes - keeps the tube properly positioned during installation, ensuring consistent adhesive placement and reliable anchor performance every time.
• Formula-specific woven mesh design controls flow of adhesive out of the screen - optimizes adhesive distribution throughout the hole for a more uniform, fully bonded anchor.
• Open-mesh collar allows extra adhesive flow in hollow block applications - ensures adequate fill in voids and cavities, supporting full adhesive coverage where it matters most.
• Acrylic screen tube must be used with AT-XP adhesive only - the formula-specific design means pairing this tube with the correct adhesive is essential to achieving the intended anchoring performance.

Why This Product

• Purpose-built for hollow base materials - the Opti-Mesh design with its woven mesh insert and open-mesh collar addresses the unique challenges of anchoring in hollow block and brick, where standard adhesive application without a screen tube would fail to deliver consistent results.
• Plastic construction that outperforms the competition - this screen tube offers the cost advantage of a plastic tube while providing superior performance to both steel screen tubes and competing plastic options, giving buyers better value without sacrificing reliability.
• Built-in safeguards reduce installation mistakes - the integral cap and flanges work together to center the rod, confirm sizing, and prevent the tube from slipping into over-drilled holes, helping installers get it right the first time.
• Backed by Simpson engineering for adhesive anchoring systems - designed as part of a broader system of adhesive dispensing tools and accessories from Simpson, this screen tube is engineered to work in precise coordination with AT-XP acrylic adhesive for dependable anchor performance.

Specifications

• MPN: AWS7513P
• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Compatible Adhesive: AT-XP (Acrylic)
• Rod Diameter: 3/4 in.
• Hole Size: 1 in.
• Length: 13 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 AWS7513P screen tube?

The AWS7513P is an acrylic screen tube and must be used exclusively with Simpson Strong-Tie AT-XP acrylic adhesive. Screen tubes are designed for a specific adhesive type, so using the correct pairing is critical to proper performance.

What base materials is this screen tube designed for?

This Opti-Mesh screen tube is vital to the performance of adhesive anchors in base materials that are hollow or contain voids, such as hollow block and brick. The open-mesh collar allows extra adhesive flow in hollow block applications to ensure proper fill.

What rod and hole size does the AWS7513P accommodate?

The AWS7513P is designed for a 3/4 in. rod diameter and requires a 1 in. hole size. The screen tube length is 13 in. The integral cap displays the drill bit and rod diameter for easy identification on the job site.

How does this screen tube prevent installation errors in over-drilled holes?

The AWS7513P features flanges specifically designed to prevent the screen tube from slipping into over-drilled holes, helping ensure consistent placement and reliable anchoring performance every time.

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