Product Description
Simpson Strong-Tie Fixed-Depth SDS-Plus Drill Bit for 3/8 in. Short Drop-In Anchor (DIAS) - Model MDPL050DIAS - is a precision-engineered SDS-plus shank drill bit designed to properly prepare anchor holes for Simpson Strong-Tie Drop-In anchors in normal-weight, sand-lightweight, and hollow-core concrete. By drilling to an exact, fixed depth, this bit ensures consistent, correctly sized anchor sites that meet the installation requirements of the 3/8 in. Short Drop-In anchor (DIAS), eliminating guesswork and helping deliver reliable, code-compliant connections.
Key Features
- Fixed-depth design drills to a precise 13/16 in. drilling depth, ensuring proper anchor seating every time
- SDS-plus shank provides secure, tool-free bit changes and efficient power transfer with compatible rotary hammer drills
- 1/2 in. diameter matches the exact hole size required for 3/8 in. Short Drop-In (DIAS) anchors
- Compatible with normal-weight concrete, sand-lightweight concrete, and hollow-core concrete substrates
- Engineered specifically for use with Simpson Strong-Tie Drop-In anchors for precise, matched performance
Specifications
- Model Number: MDPL050DIAS
- Shank Type: SDS-Plus
- Drill Bit Diameter: 1/2 in.
- Drilling Depth: 13/16 in.
- For Anchor Diameter: 3/8 in.
- Compatible Anchor Type: Short Drop-In Anchor (DIAS)
- Country of Origin: DE
Approved Applications
- Normal-weight concrete
- Sand-lightweight concrete
- Hollow-core concrete
Frequently Asked Questions
- What anchor is this drill bit designed to work with?
- This fixed-depth drill bit is specifically designed to prepare anchor holes for the Simpson Strong-Tie 3/8 in. Short Drop-In anchor (DIAS). Using a matched bit and anchor ensures the hole dimensions meet the anchor's installation requirements.
- What is the drilling depth produced by this bit?
- The MDPL050DIAS drills to a fixed depth of 13/16 in. The fixed-depth stop is built into the bit to prevent over-drilling and ensure consistent hole preparation for proper anchor performance.
- What drill bit diameter does the MDPL050DIAS produce?
- This bit produces a 1/2 in. diameter hole, which is the correct hole size for installing the 3/8 in. Short Drop-In anchor (DIAS).
- What concrete types is this drill bit compatible with?
- The MDPL050DIAS is suitable for use in normal-weight concrete, sand-lightweight concrete, and hollow-core concrete substrates when installing Simpson Strong-Tie Drop-In anchors.
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