MASONRY ACCESSORIES

Masonry Joint Reinforcement

and Anchor Selection Guide
TECHNIC AL BULLETIN

D A Y T O N S U P E R I 1O R . C O M • B U I L D I N G S T R E N G T H
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INDEX
ItemPage
Brochures ............................................................................................................ 20
Corrosion Protection............................................................................................... 2
Customer Service................................................................................................. 20
DA100 Dovetail Anchor Slot.................................................................................... 9
DA101 Dovetail Anchor Slot.................................................................................... 9
DA131 Seismic Dovetail Anchor............................................................................. 9
DA210X Veneer Anchor Screw-On Plate.............................................................. 10
DA213 Pintle......................................................................................................... 11
DA213 Seismic Pintle........................................................................................... 11
DA213 Veneer Anchor Plate................................................................................. 11
DA213QT Lite Duty Seismic Pintle....................................................................... 11
DA2200 Joint Stabilization Anchor........................................................................ 15
DA411 Wall Top Stabilization Anchor.................................................................... 12
DA431 Seismic Veneer Anchor............................................................................. 12
DA5213 Veneer Anchor Plate Assembly............................................................... 15
DA5410 Expansion Anchor................................................................................... 18
DA5431 Veneer Anchor Plate Assembly............................................................... 16
DA5610 Expansion Anchor................................................................................... 18
DA5801 Adjustable Speed Set Anchor Assembly................................................. 15
DA601 Column Anchors........................................................................................ 12
DA700 Series Triangular Ties......................................................................... 10, 13
DA709 Column Anchor Weld-On.......................................................................... 13
DA720 Series Dovetail Triangular Tie..................................................................... 9
DA801 Adjustable Speed Set Anchor................................................................... 13
DA807 Steel Stud Veneer Screw.......................................................................... 17
DA808 Wood Stud Screw..................................................................................... 17
DA8800 OCM Masonry Rebar Anchor.................................................................. 16
DA901 Channel Anchor Slot................................................................................. 14
DA913 Channel Anchor........................................................................................ 14
DA918 Channel Anchor Triangular Tie.................................................................. 14
DA931 Seismic Channel Anchor........................................................................... 14
DA995 Stainless Steel Screw – Type 304............................................................ 17
Definitions Masonry Wall Reinforcement................................................................ 2
Design Changes................................................................................................... 20
Disclaimer............................................................................................................. 20
General Warranty.................................................................................................. 20
Horizontal Masonry Joint Reinforcement................................................................ 4
Interchangeability.................................................................................................. 20
Introduction............................................................................................................. 1
Masonry Veneer Anchor Spacing............................................................................ 8
Masonry Veneer Anchors....................................................................................... .7
Masonry Wall Reinforcement.................................................................................. 4
Minimum Area of Steel Required To Satisfy Code.................................................. 5
Multi-Wythe Construction – Wythes Laid At Different Times................................... 7
Multi-Wythe Construction – Wythes Laid At Same Time......................................... 7
Safety Information................................................................................................. 20
Shop or Field Modification.................................................................................... 20
Single Wythe Construction...................................................................................... 6
Standards................................................................................................................ 1
Stone Anchors....................................................................................................... 19
Technical Service.................................................................................................. 20
Masonry Joint Reinforcement and
Anchor Selection Guide
INTRODUCTION
Building codes govern the design of masonry structures and most codes reference either the current or an earlier
version of the Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (ACI 530-05/ASCE 5-05/TMS 402-05), which
is generally referred to as the ACI 530 Code. When the ACI 530 Code supplements a legally adopted building
code it means the ACI 530 Code governs in all areas relating to the structural design and construction of masonry
structures, except where the ACI 530 Code is in conflict with requirements in the legally adopted code. In areas
of the United States without a legally adopted building code, the ACI 530 Code defines the minimum acceptable
standards of design and construction practices.
The type, size and location of connectors shall be shown or indicated on the project drawings as required by the
ACI 530 Code.
For more than 65 years, Dur-O-Wal has been manufacturing masonry joint reinforcement and accessories. During
this time, Dur-O-Wal, as well as the other manufacturers of masonry accessories, has traditionally manufactured
and sold a great variety of connector types. Many of these were never tested and they may or may not meet the
requirements of today’s modern building codes.
For construction utilizing concrete masonry units (CMU), Dur-O-Wal strongly recommends the use of masonry
joint reinforcement or assemblies using masonry joint reinforcement instead of unit ties. This is due to the improved
embedment strength and ductility obtained by using continuous wire in the CMU face shell bedding versus the use
of individual unit ties. In addition, when masonry joint reinforcement is used, the presence and spacing of wall ties
is guaranteed.
Many of the products manufactured and marketed by Dur-O-Wal have been tested and meet the requirements
of the ACI 530 Code. This publication attempts to reduce the variety of connectors used and to answer questions
regarding the selection of connectors for various conditions. Dur-O-Wal has published this Technical Bulletin for
use by architects and engineers; however, the architect or engineer should select connector based on their own
analysis and design.

STANDARDS
The masonry accessories manufactured and supplied by Dur-O-Wal meet or exceed the following standards:

MATERIAL ASTM STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

Brass B16/B16M-05
Bolts and Anchors A307-04 Grade A
Masonry Wall Reinforcement A951-02
Control Joints, PVC D2287-99 (2000)
Control Joints, Rubber D2000-05
Sheet Metal, Carbon Steel A1008/A1008M-05b, A109/A109M-03 and A1011A-03
Sheet Metal, Hot Dipped Galvanized A153/A153M-05 (1.5 ounce of zinc per square foot)
Sheet Metal, Mill Galvanized A653/A653M-05a (0.6 ounce zinc per square foot)
Sheet Metal, Stainless Steel A167-99 (2004) - Type 304
Steel Plate, Carbon Steel A36/A36M-05
Wire, Carbon Steel A82/A82M-05a
Wire, Hot Dipped Galvanized A153/A153M-05 (1.5 ounce of zinc per square foot)
Wire, Mill Galvanized A641/A641M-03 (0.1 ounce of zinc per square foot)
Wire, Stainless Steel A580/A580M-98 (2000) - Type 304
Masonry Wall Reinforcement A951/A951M-06

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CORROSION PROTECTION
The ACI 530 Code requires that all exterior masonry walls exposed to earth or weather and interior walls exposed
to a mean relative humidity of 75 percent or more shall have:
• Masonry wall reinforcement and anchors produced from stainless steel or carbon steel that is protected
from corrosion by hot-dip galvanized coating or epoxy coating.
  All other interior walls shall use masonry reinforcement and anchors that are mill galvanized, hot dipped galvanized
or stainless steel.
Masonry accessories produced from stainless steel provide outstanding corrosion protection and offer excellent
longevity to a masonry structure. Carbon steel, when coated with zinc provides much better corrosion protection
than does an epoxy coated steel product. Zinc offers sacrificial protection to carbon steel providing protection in
the event the protective zinc coating becomes scratched or damaged. Due to this sacrificial process, zinc coated
products do not normally significantly corrode until the adjoining zinc coating has been expended.
Mill galvanized provides only a thin coating of zinc that is applied to carbon steel before any product fabrication
is preformed. Any welds or exposed edges left by the fabrication process are not coated with zinc. Mill galvanizing
does not provide reliable protection for use in an exterior anchoring system.
Carbon steel products that are hot dipped galvanized (HDG) after fabrication have excellent resistance to corrosion,
provided by its thicker zinc coating. HDG is the last step in the fabrication of a masonry accessory and ensures that
welds and cut edges are protected with zinc. The thicker the zinc coating the longer it offers corrosion protection.
Dur-O-Wal does not recommend the use of epoxy coated masonry joint reinforcement or accessories as the
epoxy coating does not offer sacrificial protection and any “holiday” that may develop during the coating process or
later coating damage will lead to the development of corrosion.
Plain or uncoated carbon steel masonry joint reinforcement and accessories are specifically not allowed by the
ACI 530 Code and are not recommended by Dur-O-Wal as it offers no protection from corrosion and can corrode
while in transit, stored in a warehouse or in storage at a jobsite.
For extended life and corrosion protection, restoration anchors are fabricated with a brass expansion sleeve, brass
expander cone, inner rod from Type 304 Stainless Steel and a stainless steel or a galvanized bolt and washer.

DEFINITIONS
ACI - American Concrete Institute, 38800 Country Club Drive, Farmington Hills, MI 48331 U.S.A
Phone: (248) 848-3700.
ANCHOR - A metal rod, wire or strap that secures masonry to its structural support.
ANCHOR PULLOUT - An anchor failure defined by the anchor sliding out of the material in which it is embedded
without breaking out a substantial portion of the surrounding material.
ANCHOR, TWO PIECE ADJUSTABLE - A two-part anchor, which is vertically and/or horizontally adjustable.
AREA, GROSS CROSS-SECTIONAL - The area delineated by the out-to-out dimensions of masonry in the plane
under consideration.
ASCE - American Society of Civil Engineers, 1801 Alexander Bell Drive, Reston, Virginia 20191 U.S.A. Phone:
(800) 548-2723.
BACKING - The structural wall or surface to which veneer is secured.
BED JOINT - The horizontal layer of mortar on which a masonry unit is laid.
BUILDING CODE - A set of rules that specify the minimum acceptable level of safety for the construction and
occupancy of masonry structures.
CAVITY - The space between the structural backing and veneer and it may or may not contain insulation.
CAVITY WALL - A multi-wythe non-composite masonry wall with a continuous air space within the wall (with or
without insulation), which is tied together with metal ties.
CMU or CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT - The term to describe either a solid or hollow masonry unit produced from
concrete.
CONNECTOR - A mechanical device for securing two or more pieces, parts or members together, including
anchors, wall ties and fasteners.

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DESIGN STRENGTH - The nominal strength of an element multiplied by the appropriate strength reduction factor.
DIMENSION, NOMINAL - The specified dimension plus the allowance for the joints with which the units are to be
laid. Nominal dimensions are usually stated in whole numbers. Thickness is given first, followed by height and
then length.
DIMENSIONS, SPECIFIED - Dimensions specified for the manufacture or construction of a unit, joint or element.
FASTENER - A device, typically having threads over a portion of its length, used to attach anchor components to
masonry.
HEAD JOINT - The vertical mortar joint placed between masonry units within a wythe at the time masonry is laid.
LADUR MASONRY JOINT REINFORCEMENT - Masonry wire reinforcement where the side wires are connected
in a single plane by perpendicular cross wires.
LOAD, DEAD - Those loads, which are permanent and unable to be removed and include the self-weight of the
structure, which normally provides the largest portion of the dead load of a building.
LOAD, DESIGN - Applied loads that include dead load and live loads such as wind and seismic loads.
LOAD, LIVE - That portion of the total load on a structure that is not a permanent part of the structure. They can
be variable, as in the case of loads contributed by the occupancy, wind, seismic and snow.
LOAD, LIVE LATERAL - Loads that are the result of wind and earthquakes.
LOAD, ULTIMATE - The average value at which the product will no longer support load or fails.
LOAD SERVICE – Service load specified by the legally adopted building code.
MASONRY, ASHLAR - Masonry composed of rectangular units of burned clay or shale, or stone, generally larger
than brick and properly bonded, having sawed, dressed or squared beds and joints laid in mortar.
MASONRY BREAKOUT – Anchor failure defined by the separation of a volume of masonry, approximately conical
in shape from the backing or veneer.
MASONRY, JOINT REINFORCEMENT (MJR) - reinforcement in the mortar joints or grouted cells used to resist
stresses. (2) Unit masonry in which reinforcement is embedded in such a manner that the component materials
act together to resist applied forces.
MASONRY, REINFORCED - Masonry containing reinforcement in the mortar joints or grouted cells used to resist
stresses. (2) Unit masonry in which reinforcement is embedded in such a manner that the component materials
act together to resist applied forces.
MASONRY, RUBBLE STONE - Masonry composed of roughly shaped stones, well bonded and laid at irregular
vertical intervals to discontinuous but approximately level beds or courses.
MASONRY UN-REINFORCED - Masonry in which the tensile resistance of the masonry is taken into
consideration and the resistance of reinforcement, if present, is neglected. Also called plain masonry.
MORTAR - A plastic mixture of cementitious materials, fine aggregate and water.
MJR - Prefabricated horizontal masonry wall wire reinforcing
TMS - The Masonry Society, 3970 Broadway, Suite 201-D, Boulder, CO USA 80304, Phone: 303-939-9700
TIE, WALL - Metal connectors that connect wythes of masonry walls together.
TRUSS MASONRY JOINT REINFORCEMENT - Masonry wire reinforcement where the side wires are connected
in a single plane by a continuous “zig zag” cross wire.
VENEER, ANCHORED - Veneer secured to and supported by anchors attached to a backing.
VENEER, MASONRY - Nonstructural facing of brick, concrete, stone, tile, or other similar material attached to a
backing for the purpose of ornamentation, protection or insulation.
WALL - A vertical element, used to enclose space, with a horizontal length to thickness ratio greater than 3.
WALL TIES - Metal connectors that connect wythes of masonry walls together.
WYTHE - Each continuous vertical section of a wall, one masonry unit in thickness.

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MASONRY WALL REINFORCEMENT

The ACI Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures requires reinforced masonry construction to have
the total area of horizontal and vertical steel reinforcement equal to at least 0.002 times the gross cross-section
area of the wall with a minimum in either direction of not less than 0.0007 times the wall area.
The use of Dur-O-Wal Ladur or Truss Masonry Joint Reinforcement may be considered part of the required
minimum horizontal reinforcement. In many cases, the horizontal steel requirement can be satisfied entirely by
the use of masonry joint reinforcement. It should be noted; that sufficient steel reinforcement to resist all live and
dead loads imposed upon the structure is required.
Even in cases where more than the minimum horizontal steel reinforcement is required, the use of Dur-O-Wal
masonry joint reinforcement, as part of this steel, will reduce the number of bond beams required. The use of
masonry wall reinforcement in conjunction with wider-spaced bond beams provides the horizontal portion of the
required steel for reinforced masonry and decreases the potential for the development of cracks.
Horizontal masonry joint reinforcement is commonly used in masonry construction to control the size and
spacing of cracks that may result from temperature and moisture changes. Prefabricated masonry wall
reinforcing Corners and Tees are used to bond intersecting walls together.
Most Codes restrict the wire size of masonry joint reinforcement to one-half the joint thickness. This restriction
in wire diameter is designed to allow the flow of mortar around the masonry wall reinforcement. Since the typical
mortar joint used in masonry construction is 3/8”, this means 3/16” is the maximum wire diameter that should be
used for masonry wall reinforcement.
Dur-O-Wal manufactures its Truss and Ladur Masonry Joint Reinforcement in three different weights:
• Standard Weight consists of 9 gauge side rods and 9 gauge cross wires.
• Extra Heavy Weight consists of 3/16” diameter side rods and 9 gauge cross wires.
• Super Heavy Weight consists of 3/16” diameter side rods and 3/16” cross wires.
The manufacturing process for the Dur-O-Wal masonry joint reinforcement results in the side wires and cross
wires being resistance welded in the same plane, providing a full cover of mortar at all weld intersections.
Dur-O-Wal deforms the side wires of masonry joint reinforcement, to provide additional bonding capacity with
the mortar, by providing small indentations along the length of the side rods. Additional bond strength is gained
by the flush resistance welding of cross wires to side rods, forming an additional mechanical anchor at each
intersection.
When masonry joint reinforcement is lap spliced for longitudinal continuity, specify that the wires be lapped side
by side to avoid a double thickness of wire in the mortar joint. Minimum lap length of side rods should be 6-3/4”
for 9 gauge side rods and 8-1/2” for 3/16” diameter side rods.

HORIZONTAL MASONRY JOINT REINFORCEMENT

The longitudinal wires of masonry joint reinforcement used in a CMU backing are required by Code to be fully
embedded in mortar or grout with a minimum exterior cover of 5/8” and a minimum interior cover of 1/2”. To aid
the mason in meeting these specified minimum cover requirements, masonry joint reinforcement supplied by Dur-
O-Wal measures 2” out-to-out less than the nominal dimension specified.
Minimum horizontal joint reinforcement shall consist of at least two 9 gauge wires spaced not more than 16”
on center or bond beam reinforcement of 0.2 square inches spaced not more than 120” apart. It shall also
be provided at the bottom and top of wall openings and extend at least 24” past the opening, continuously at
structural connected roof and floor levels and within 16” of the top of walls.
Reinforced Masonry
The maximum allowable tensile stress in masonry joint reinforcement is 30,000 psi.
When anchoring load bearing corner and intersecting tee walls using masonry wall reinforcing, MJR should be
spaced at 8” on center and extend in each direction at least 30”.
Interior non-load bearing corner and tee walls shall be anchored at vertical intervals of not more than 16” with
MJR or 1/4” metal mesh galvanized cloth. Other metal ties may be used provided they have an equivalent area of
anchorage.
Veneer
When Ladur or Tab type Masonry Joint Reinforcement is placed in a CMU backing and used to connect veneer to
a backing, it shall be spaced at 16” maximum vertical centers with a minimum cover of 5/8” on each side.

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In Seismic Design Categories E and F, a single 9-gauge wire reinforcement is required to reinforce the veneer.
It is spaced at 16” on center vertically and mechanically attached to the MJR with Quake Clips. However, due to
problems associated with shipping single wires without damage, Dur-O-Wal recommends the use of DA3200S
Seismic Ladur for this condition.
Minimum Area Of Steel Required to Satisfy Code
The chart below lists the various CMU nominal thicknesses, the gross wall area for each CMU thickness along
with the total area of steel reinforcement required with the minimum amount of horizontal steel required per foot of
wall height.

MINIMUM AREA OF HORIZONTAL STEEL REQUIRED

TO SATISFY ACI 530-05 CODE REQUIREMENTS
Nominal
4” 6” 8” 10” 12” 14” 16” 18” 20” 22” 24”
CMU Thickness

Gross Wall Area per 43.5 67.5 91.5 115.5 139.5 163.5 187.5 211.5 235.5 259.5 283.5
Foot of Wall Height sq. in. sq. in. sq. in sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in.

Total Area of Steel per

0.087 0.135 0.183 0.231 0.279 0.327 0.375 0.423 0.471 0.519 0.567
Foot of Wall Height
sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. In.
(0.002 x Gross Area)

Minimum Horizontal
Steel Required per 0.030 0.047 0.064 0.081 0.098 0.114 0.131 0.148 0.165 0.182 0.198
Foot of Wall Height sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in. sq. in.
(0.0007 x Gross Area)
NOTES: 1) Total area of steel per ft. = 0.002 x 12” x actual CMU thickness.
2) Horizontal area required per ft. = 0.007 x 12” x actual thickness.

Area Of Steel Provided By Ladur Masonry Joint Reinforcement

The principle application of these charts is to show how intermediate bond beams, usually placed at 48” on center,
may be replaced by the use of Ladur Masonry Joint Reinforcement. The chart below indicates the area of steel
provided by Ladur MJR when spaced at 8” or 16” vertical centers. Compare the amount of steel provided by Ladur
MJR to the amount of steel required in the above chart.
AREA of STEEL SUPPLIED BY DUR-O-WAL LADUR MASONRY JOINT
REINFORCEMENT
Vertical Spacing 2 - #9 Ga. 2 - 3/16” Diameter 4 - #9 Ga. 4 - 3/16” Diameter
of MJR Side Rods Side Rods Side Rods Side rods

8” Centers 0.052 sq. in. 0.083 sq. in. 0.104 sq. in. 0.167 sq. in.
16” Centers 0.026 sq. in. 0.042 sq. in. 0.052 sq. in. 0.083 sq. in.

NOTE: Compare area of steel provided to minimum area of steel required per foot of wall height.

When the amount of steel required is not provided by the Ladur Masonry Joint Reinforcement, the chart below
indicates the additional reinforcement needed, in the top bond beam, to meet the minimum area of steel required
by the ACI 530 Code.

REINFORCEMENT REQUIREMENTS for BOND BEAM at TOP OF CMU WALL

MJR 8” Nominal Thickness 12” Nominal Thickness
Ladur MJR
Spacing 8’-0” 12’-0” 16’-0” 20’-0” 24’-0” 8’-0” 12’-0” 16’-0” 20’-0” 24’-0”

2 - 9 ga. 8” 1 #4 1 #5 1 #5 2 #4 1 #6 1 #6 1 #7 1 #8 2 #7 1 #10
Side Rods 16” 2 #4 1 #7 1 #8 2 #6 2 #7 1 #7 2 #6 2 #7 2 #8 2 #9
2 - 3/16” 8” 1 #3 1 #3 1 #3 2 #3 1 #3 1 #3 1 #5 1 #5 1 #6 1 #7
Diameter
Side Rods 16” 2 #3 1 #5 1 #6 1 #7 2 #5 1 #7 1 #8 2 #7 2 #7 2 #8
NOTE: A minimum of one #3 rebar is shown, even when calculations indicate that Ladur type MJR alone would satisfy the minimum horizontal
steel requirements of the ACI 530 Code.

Charts are not provided for the use of Truss Masonry Joint Reinforcement as Dur-O-Wal recommends the use
of Ladur MJR in a reinforced masonry wall. The use of Ladur MJR helps to insure that a minimum number of
obstructions will be encountered when adding the vertical reinforcing steel and later grouting the cells of the CMU.

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Bond Beam Bond Beam

Bond Beam

MJR installed
at every other
course or at
every course as Bond Beam
required per
Building Code
and/or calculations.

Bond Beam at 48” Centers

MJR Bond Beam

Method Method

When Dur-O-Wal Ladur Masonry Joint Reinforcement is used as a replacement for horizontal bond beams,
there will be an improvement in the overall ductility of the masonry wall because of the closely spaced joint
reinforcement.
For a more complete understanding of the requirements for masonry wall reinforcement, the reader is advised
to consult a copy of the Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (ACI 530-05/ASCE 5-05/TMS 402-
05) available from the American Concrete Institute, 38800 Country Club Drive, Farmington Hills, MI 48331 U.S.A.
Phone: (248) 848-3700 or www.aci-int.org.

SINGLE WYTHE CONCRETE MASONRY CONSTRUCTION

For un-reinforced CMU single wythe walls, Dur-O-Wal recommends the use of either DA3100 Truss or DA3200
Ladur Masonry Joint Reinforcement (MJR). When a single wythe CMU wall is to be vertically reinforced and the
cells filled with grout, the use of Truss MJR is not recommended as the cross wires can interfere with the installation
of the vertical reinforcing steel and the placement of the grout.
When a single wythe wall is to be reinforced using full
height vertical steel, DA3200S Seismic Ladur Masonry
Joint Reinforcement is recommended in the face shell.
Dur-O-Wal recommends MJR for use:

• Ladur or Truss as crack control when placed DA3100 Truss

at 16” centers vertically and in conjunction with Masonry Joint Reinforcement
properly spaced control joints.
• Ladur or Truss as principle reinforcement to resist
out-of-plane horizontal bending and in-plane shear.
• Ladur as principle reinforcement to meet horizontal
steel requirements in areas of seismic activity.
DA3200 Ladur
• Ladur with bond beam steel to meet total horizontal
Masonry Joint Reinforcement
steel requirements in areas of seismic activity.

DA3200S Seismic Ladur

Masonry Joint Reinforcement

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MULTI-WYTHE CONCRETE MASONRY CONSTRUCTION

Each Wythe Laid at Different Times
For CMU cavity walls having either a clay or concrete veneer and
with or without cavity insulation, Dur-O-Wal recommends the use
of either DA3600 Ladur-Eye or DA3700 Dur-O-Eye Masonry Joint
Reinforcement (MJR). When the CMU wythe is to be vertically
reinforced, the use of Dur-O-Eye is not recommended as the cross
wires can interfere with the installation of the vertical reinforcing steel
and the placement of the grout.
DA3700 Dur-O-Eye with Pintles
Dur-O-Wal recommends Ladur-Eye or Dur-O-Eye MJR with Masonry Joint Reinforcement
Pintles for use:
• Where the cavities do or do not contain insulation.
• Where inner and outer wythes are not laid
simultaneously or where the bed joints in the CMU
and veneer wythes do not line up at the same elevation;
maximum eccentricity between MJR and Pintle is 1-1/4”.
• Where Code compliance requires one wall tie for each
1.77 square feet of wall surface.
• Veneers wider than a nominal 4” require the use of Seismic DA3600 Ladur-Eye with Pintles
Ladur in the veneer course attached to the MJR with Masonry Joint Reinforcement
Seismic Pintles.

MULTI-WYTHE CONCRETE MASONRY CONSTRUCTION

Both Wythes Laid at Same Time
When the CMU wythe is to be vertically reinforced, the use of
Truss MJR is not recommended as the cross wires can interfere
with the installation of the vertical reinforcing steel and the
placement of the grout.
Truss Trirod or Double Side Rod MJR is not recommended when
the backing is CMU and the veneer is clay brick. This is due to
problems that can develop due to the difference in expansion and
contraction characteristics of the two materials.
Non-adjustable DA3200TR Ladur Tri Rod or DA3200DSR
Ladur Double Side Rod Masonry Joint Reinforcement, installed DA3200TR Ladur Trirod
every 16” can be used as masonry veneer anchors when the bed Masonry Joint Reinforcement
joints of the CMU and veneer line up and both wythes are laid up
at the same time. When bed joints will not line up or the CMU
and veneer will be laid at different times, then DA3600 Ladur-Eye,
DA3700 Dur-O-Eye DA3600S Heavy Duty Seismic Ladur-Eye or
DA3700S Seismic Dur-O-Eye with appropriate Pintles should be
installed at 16” centers horizontally and vertically.
Above recommendations are:
• Where Code compliance requires one wall tie for each
1.77 square feet of wall surface.
• With CMU veneers or clay brick veneers wider than
a nominal 4“ width specify Double Side Rod Masonry Wall
Reinforcement. DA3200DSR Ladur Double Side Rod
Masonry Joint Reinforcement
MASONRY VENEER ANCHORS
As anchors connect masonry veneer to a structural backing, the proper anchor selection is important for long-
term durability of a cavity wall structure. When insulation is to be installed in the cavity, the designer should select
and specify anchors that will contact the backing in order to keep any compression loads transferred through
the masonry anchors from damaging the insulation. Typically, the veneer connections must be flexible in order
to accommodate in-plane differential movement between the veneer and backing, yet resist the out-of-plane
compression and tension loads.
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Proper performance of a masonry veneer anchor is directly related to the amount of embedment provided for in
its selection. The ACI 530 Code requires an anchor to have a minimum embedment into the veneer mortar joint of
1-1/2” with at least 5/8” mortar cover from the outside face of the veneer.
Many designers are presently specifying adjustable, “two-piece” anchors as these anchors are able to adjust
to varying field coursing conditions and can be attached to all types of structural backings. All masonry veneer
anchors should be fastened to the backing with fasteners produced from similar metals and coatings to reduce the
possibility of galvanic corrosion occurring.
Dur-O-Wal does not recommend and most Codes have eliminated the use of anchors with a “drip notch”, as the
notch greatly reduces the load-carrying capacity of an anchor.
When the cavity width between wythes exceeds 4-1/2” the ACI 530 Code requires a detailed wall tie analysis be
made to determine proper anchor spacing.
When veneer is laid in other than a running bond pattern, it shall be reinforced with at least one 9 gauge wire
spaced at 18” on center vertically.

SPACING – MASONRY VENEER ANCHORS

SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORIES A, B and C
For 9 gauge adjustable two-piece anchors and 22 gauge corrugated sheet metal anchors, provide one anchor
for each 2.67 square feet of wall area.
For other anchors, provide at least one anchor for each 3.50 square feet of wall area. The maximum spacing for
anchors is 32” horizontally and 18” vertically.
Provide additional anchors around openings larger than 16” in either direction. Space anchors around
perimeter of opening at 36” maximum centers and within 12” of the opening.
SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORIES D
For 9 gauge adjustable two-piece anchors and 22 gauge corrugated sheet metal anchors, provide one anchor
for each 2.00 square feet of wall area.
For other anchors, provide at least one anchor for each 2.63 square feet of wall area. The maximum spacing for
anchors is 32” horizontally and 18” vertically.
Provide additional anchors around openings larger than 16” in either direction. Space anchors around
perimeter of opening at 36” maximum centers and within 12” of the opening.
SEISMIC CATEGORIES E and F
Same as Seismic Design Category D except requires a 9 gauge DA8706 Masonry Joint Reinforcement spaced
at a maximum of 18” on center vertically in the veneer. The MJR is to be mechanically attached using a seismic
veneer anchor.
Due to the difficulty in shipping DA8706 MJR without it being damaged in shipment, Dur-O-Wal recommends
the use of DA3200S Seismic Ladur Masonry Joint Reinforcement instead.
HIGH WIND AREAS
The following apply where the basic wind speed exceeds 110 mph but does not exceed 130 mph and the mean
roof height of the structure is equal to or less than 60 feet.
Reduce the maximum wall area supported by each anchor to 70% of that specified from the appropriate
Seismic Design Category listed above.
Space anchors at a maximum of 18” horizontally and vertically.
Provide additional anchors around openings larger than 16” in either direction. Space anchors around openings
at 24” maximum centers. Place anchors within 12” of opening.

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DA100 Dovetail Anchor Slot

DA131 Seismic Dovetail Anchor
To support load, the DA100 Anchor Slot must be properly installed in concrete, as the slot if attached directly to
the outside surface of the concrete will not provide any anchoring strength.
Fasten lengths of DA100 Dovetail Anchor Slot against the inside of concrete formwork, prior to placement of
concrete. Dur-O-Wal recommends fastening the slot to the formwork on 12” centers or less. Once the formwork
is stripped and the veneer is to be installed, dovetail anchors are inserted into the slot and adjusted vertically to fit
into the bed joints of the masonry veneer.
The DA131 anchor is fabricated from 12, 14 or 16 gauge material. It
is designed for use with the DA100 Dovetail Slot for anchoring veneer
to precast or poured-in-place concrete and can be used in all Seismic
Design Categories. Raised “lugs” on the end of the anchor are
designed to engage a 9-gauge veneer reinforcing wire, as required in
Seismic Design Categories E and F.
DA131 Anchor can be used as a normal veneer anchor, without
veneer reinforcement, as the notches and raised “lugs” are bonded
securely into the mortar bed.

DA100 Dovetail Slot

DA131 Seismic Dovetail Anchor
Cavity Ultimate Compression Ultimate Tension
Up to 3” 1,192 lbs. 664 lbs.

DA100 Dovetail Anchor Slot

DA720 Series Dovetail Triangular Tie
Dovetail Anchor Slot and Triangular Tie have been designed to anchor
masonry veneer to precast or poured-in-place concrete where the DA100
Dovetail Anchor Slot has been embedded in the concrete by the precaster
or general contractor. This system provides out-of-plane tension and
compression restraint, yet does not impose restraint on in-plane movement.
The DA100 slot is available in mill galvanized 22, 24 or 26 gauge carbon
steel or Type 304 stainless steel. Anchor slot, due to its shape is not available
hot dipped galvanized. It is furnished in standard lengths of 10’-0” and is
foam filled to prevent concrete from filling the slot during the placement of
concrete.
If Dovetail Anchor Slot has been left out of the concrete, Dur-O-Wal
recommends attaching the DA720 Dovetail Triangular Tie directly to the
backing. Use the DA5410 or DA5610 Expansion Anchor, depending on
backing material.

DA100 Dovetail Slot

DA720 Series Dovetail Triangular Tie

Cavity Ultimate Compression Ultimate Tension

1” 554 lbs. 713 lbs.
3” 386 lbs. 713 lbs.

The DA720 Series Triangular Ties are 3/16” diameter and available in 3-1/2”, 4-1/2”, 5-1/2”, 7-1/2” and 9-1/2”
lengths. Length does not include the 12-gauge dovetail. Triangular ties are available furnished with a mill galvanized
or HDG finish or produced entirely from Type 304 stainless steel.

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DA210X Veneer Anchor Screw-On Plate

DA700 Series Triangular Ties
This system can be used with or without rigid foam insulation in
the cavity as the plate has legs intended to pierce the rigid foam
insulation and/or rigid fiberglass/gypsum board sheathing coming
to bear directly against a wood or metal stud. The 14 gauge thick
plate has legs sized to accommodate 5/8”, 3/4”, 1”, 1-1/2”, 2”,
2-1/2” and 3” combined thicknesses of insulation and sheathing.

The DA210X Screw-On Plate and a DA700 Series Triangular

Tie are combined to form a two part adjustable veneer anchoring
system that provides resistance to out-of-plane loads. Triangular
ties do not provide resistance to in-plane loading. This system
is designed to connect masonry veneer to wood or metal stud
framed structural backings.

Depending on the type of studs used to construct the backing,

attachment of the plate is by use of two DA807 sheet metal
screws, DA808 wood screws or DA995 stainless steel sheet metal
screws.

Plate design provides 3-3/4” of vertical tie adjustment to meet variations in the masonry coursing.
The plate and triangular tie are available HDG after fabrication with Type 304 stainless steel on special order.
Other styles of screw-on plates are available.

DA210X VENEER ANCHOR SCREW-ON PLATE

DA700 SERIES TRIANGULAR TIES
Ultimate
Metal DA807 Metal Stud Deflection
Stiffness Mechanical
Stud Veneer Screw at 100 lbs.
Capacity

#12 0.033” 3,025 lbs. per inch 1,096 lbs. tension

16 ga.
#10 0.018” 5,550 lbs. per inch 908 lbs. tension
#12 0.033” 3,025 lbs. per inch 612 lbs. tension
18 ga.
#10 0.018” 5,550 lbs. per inch 491 lbs. tension
20 ga. #12 0.029” 3,450 lbs. per inch 322 lbs. tension
#12 0.060” 1,650 lbs. per inch 891 lbs. compression
16 ga.
#10 0.028” 3,575 lbs. per inch 882 lbs. compression
#12 0.064” 1,550 lbs. per inch 939 lbs. compression
18 ga.
#10 0.025” 4,000 lbs. per inch 1,060 lbs compression
Notes:
1) All tension and compression tests conducted with the Triangular Tie centered on the plate.
2) All compression tests based on a 4” cavity width.
3) Above values are “worst case” averages for the various leg lengths.
4) #10 screws used in tests utilizing DensGlass sheathing with rigid foam insulation.
5) #12 screws used in tests utilizing DensGlass sheathing without insulation.

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DA213 Veneer Anchor Plate

DA213 Pintle
DA213QT Lite-Duty Seismic Pintle
DA213 Seismic Pintle
Depending on design requirements, this system can consist of the DA213 Veneer Anchor Plate, a DA213 Pintle,
DA213QT Lite-Duty Seismic Pintle or a DA213 Seismic Pintle. All are available either HDG after fabrication or
fabricated from Type 304 stainless steel.

DA213 Veneer Anchor Plate DA213 Veneer Anchor Plate DA213 Veneer Anchor Plate
DA213 Pintle DA213QT Lite-Duty Seismic Pintle DA213S Seismic Pintle
Recommended for use in cavity wall construction, with or without cavity insulation, securely anchoring veneer
to the backing. The DA213 Veneer Anchor Plate, complete with stiffening gussets for minimum plate deflection,
projects from the backing to accommodate rigid insulation or wider air cavities. Requires two screws or one
expansion anchor for attachment to backing, depending on backing materials.
With the proper anchor plate selection, the pintle legs are designed to hold cavity insulation against the structural
backing. Anchors are available for insulation thicknesses that range from 0” to 3” in 1/2” increments. Minimum
cavity width required is 3/4”.
The pintles are designed for up to 1-1/4” eccentricity between the plate and pintle. Both seismic pintles are intended
to engage either the DA3200S Seismic Ladur or DA8706 Deformed Pencil Rod. Due to the difficulties in shipping
the Pencil Rod without having it damaged in transit, the use of the DA3200S Seismic Ladur is recommended, when
veneer seismic reinforcement is required.

DA213 VENEER ANCHOR PLATE ASSEMBLY

DA5213 VENEER ANCHOR PLATE ASSEMBLY WITH EXPANSION ANCHOR

Ultimate Tension Deflection

Veneer Anchor System Eccentricity Stiffness
or Compression at 100 lbs.

0” 1,256 lbs. 0.013” 7,820 lbs. per inch

DA213S Pintle, 11 ga. and
DA213 Veneer Anchor 3/4” 380 lbs. 0.024” 4,120 lbs. per inch
Plate, 12 ga.
1 ¼” 360 lbs. 0.047” 2,110 lbs. per inch

DA213S Pintle, 12 ga. and 0” 730 lbs. 0.015” 6,666 lbs. per inch
DA213 Veneer Anchor 3/4” 240 lbs. 0.037” 2,700 lbs. per inch
Plate, 14 ga. 1-1/4” 180 lbs. 0.170” 580 lbs. per inch
DA213 Pintle, 3/16” Wire 0” 540 lbs. 0.046” 2,174 lbs. per inch
and DA213 Veneer Anchor 3/4” 200 lbs. 0.093” 1,075 lbs. per inch
Plate, 12 ga. 1-1/4” 120 lbs. 0.194” 515 lbs. per inch
Notes:
1) Wire pintle has an 800 lbs. ultimate pullout/push out from full bed joint with 1-1/2” mortar embedment.
2) 11 ga. plate has an ultimate pullout/push out from bed joint of 1,160 lbs. without seismic reinforcing.
3) 11 ga. plate has an ultimate pullout/push out from bed joint of 1,590 lbs. with 9 ga. continuous seismic reinforcement.

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DA411 Wall Top Stabilization Anchor

A mechanical anchoring system designed to resist out-of-plane loads at the top of masonry walls, consisting of
a 3/8” diameter x 6” long steel dowel resistance welded to a 12 gauge carbon steel plate. The anchor assembly is
HDG after fabrication to resist corrosion. Assembly is available, on special order, fabricated from Type 304 stainless
steel.
Wall Top Stabilization Anchors can be welded or bolted to the bottom of steel beams, fastened with screws, expansion
anchors or epoxied to the underneath side of a concrete ceiling/floor or beam. The anchor plate is normally installed
perpendicular to the length of the wall, except in cases where the wall thickness is less than the length of the plate.

DA411 Wall Top Stabilization Anchor

Ultimate Shear Capacity Clearance Between Attachment Point and Top of CMU
900 lbs. 0.207”
300 lbs. 0.621”
200 lbs. 0.932”
100 lbs. 1.864”

  Slots in the anchoring plate provide field adjustment of the assembly. The dowel, sleeved with a plastic tube,
is normally bedded in mortar within the groove of a sash CMU. A plastic expansion tube prevents bonding of the
dowel to mortar and a compressible foam fill at the end of the sleeve allows for vertical deflections.
For installation, lay a standard sash CMU at the top of the wall, install the anchor so that the anchoring pin is in the
sash groove, “butter” the end, then lay another CMU sash unit against the pin. This mortars the anchoring pin into
a slot that measures 5/8” wide x 1-1/2” long. The pin can also be installed in the hollow core of a CMU, although a
method will need to be devised to fill that core with grout or mortar.

DA431 Seismic Veneer Anchor

This anchor designed to anchor masonry veneer to a wood or steel stud, concrete, brick
or CMU structural backing. Has shear “lugs” to engage a masonry joint reinforcement,
either DA3200S Seismic Ladur or DA8706 Pencil Rod.
Anchor requires a minimum air cavity of 1/2” and provides for 3/4” of adjustment for
coursing match up.
Available either Hot Dip Galvanized or Stainless Steel in 14 or 12 gage thickness x
1 1/4” wide x 3 1/2”, 4 1/2” or 5 1/2” lengths.
Minimum ultimate tensile capacity of anchor is 850 lbs. Method of attachment may reduce the ultimate capacity.

DA601 Column Anchors

For anchoring CMU to the flanges of a structural steel column when CMU is laid parallel to the flange. Designed
to hook onto the flanges of a structural steel column, eliminating the need for welding, yet still securely anchor CMU.
Pairs of anchors are required, one left and one right.
The standard DA601 anchor is 1/8” thick x 2” wide with a 1-1/2” right angle bend at one end and a 5/8” x 1”
notch located 1” from the other end of the anchor. Length will vary as specified. Can be furnished mill galvanized,
hot dipped galvanized or from Type 304 stainless steel. Other styles available. For quoting and/or fabrication, a
detailed and dimensioned sketch is required.

DA601 Column Anchors

Maximum Maximum Ultimate Compression
Ultimate Ultimate
Tension Shear 1” Cavity 4” Cavity
3,420 lbs. 1,584 lbs. 9,863 lbs. 6,373 lbs.
Note: Values listed are per pair of anchors.

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DA709 Column Anchor Weld-On

DA700 Series Triangular Ties
This system is designed to anchor masonry veneer or CMU to
structural steel columns. It furnishes resistance to out-of-plane
loads, yet does not restrict in-place loads. At locations specified,
weld a DA709 Column Weld-On to the structural column.

DA709 Column Weld-On

DA700 Series Triangular Ties
Ultimate
Cavity Ultimate Tension
Compression
1” 1,159 lbs. 816 lbs.
2” 702 lbs. 816 lbs.

DA801 Adjustable Speed Set Anchor

Quickly attach masonry veneer to backing using a single
fastener. Not recommended for use where insulation is specified
in cavity.
The attachment plate measures 1/2” deep x 1-1/8” wide x 3” tall
x 14 gauge thickness. The slot allows for up to 1-1/4” coursing
adjustment as may be required.
Anchor ships with a 3/16” diameter x 3” or 4” long wire tie as
specified. Use the 3” long tie with 3/4” to 1-1/4” wide cavities and
the 4” tie for 3/4” to 2-1/4” cavities.
Available either mill galvanized, HDG after fabrication or from
Type 304 stainless steel as required.

DA801 Adjustable Speed Set Anchor

Ultimate
Eccentricity Stiffness
Tension Notes:
1) Pullout full mortar bed = 800 lbs.
1/4” 600 lbs. 2,174 lbs. per inch 2) Ultimate load is based on the 695 pounds
strength of a #10 screw in a 16 gauge metal stud.
1” 375 lbs. 1,786 lbs. per inch

1-1/4” 200 lbs. 1,250 lbs. per inch

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DA901 Channel Anchor Slot

DA901 Channel
DA913 Channel Anchor Anchor Slot
DA918 Channel Anchor Triangular Tie
DA913 Channel
DA931 Seismic Channel Anchor Anchor
This anchor system is very versatile and can be used
to anchor masonry to concrete, CMU, steel or existing
construction. The 16 gauge DA901 Channel Anchor
Slot can be fastened to the backing in several ways,
depending on the backing materials specified. One
may weld to structural steel or use 1/4”-20 expansion
anchor and contractor supplied washers with either DA918 Series
concrete or CMU backings. Other styles and lengths Channel Anchor
of channel anchors are available. Triangular Tie

Slots provide up to 5-1/2” of anchor adjustment.

DA913 Channel Anchor can be furnished from DA918

various thicknesses and width of material. Minimum
width is 1-1/4” with a minimum 3/4” long right angle
bend.

The DA918 Channel Anchor Triangular Tie is

fabricated with a 3/16” diameter x 3-1/2”, 4-1/2”,
5-1/2” or 7-1/2” long Triangular Tie securely fastened DA931
to a 12 gauge “Tee” connector tail. Furnished mill
galvanized, hot dipped galvanized or from Type 304 Note: Value of DA931 similar to DA131 Seismic Dovetail
stainless steel as required. Other types and sizes are Anchor
available.

The DA903 Channel Anchor Slot is recommended for use with wood or steel stud framed construction.
Other styles and lengths of Channel anchor Slot are available.

DA901 Channel Anchor Slot

DA913 Seismic Channel Anchor
DA918 Channel Anchor Triangular Tie

Slot Cavity Widths

Anchor Ultimate Tension
Material 2” 4”

DA918 Channel Anchor Triangular Tie,

11 ga. 832 lbs. 271 lbs. 309 lbs.
3/16” diameter wire with 12 gauge Clip

DA913 Channel Anchor,

Not Not
16-gauge x 1-1/4” Turned Down 11 ga. 950 lbs.
Available Available
Strap Anchor

DA913 Channel Anchor,

Not Not
16-gauge x 1-1/4” Turned Down 16 ga. 670 lbs.
Available Available
Strap Anchor

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DA2200 Joint Stabilization Anchor

This anchor is designed primarily to resist shear forces from
lateral loads. It is the solution for bridging vertical expansion
joints, providing stability to the adjoining walls and allowing for
longitudinal expansion movement.

In addition, anchors can be field bent to 90° with one leg

mechanically fastened to a vertical wall or column. Embedding the
other leg in the bed joint of the adjoining wall allows for expansion
movement but lateral movement is restricted for the intersecting
walls. Anchor can be welded to steel columns if required.

The anchor consists of two specially designed mill galvanized

steel plates with integrally formed upturned edge sleeves. The
plates are connected with two lubricated 8 gauge mill galvanized
wires that slide inside the sleeved edges of the plates. Available
on special order completely fabricated from stainless steel material. Sliding action between the wires and sleeves
allows longitudinal movement providing for full utilization of the expansion joint. A plastic spacer separates the two
plates to insure expansion can take place.

Brick to Brick Brick to CMU Brick to Structural Steel

The ultimate shear capacity is 305 lbs. based on a 5/8” wide joint. As the shear capacity is a direct function of the
joint width, it will have a higher capacity when the anchor is installed across a 3/8” joint and a lower capacity across
a 3/4” joint. The minimum required strength of mortar is 1,800 psi

DA5213 Veneer Anchor Plate Assembly with Expansion Anchor

Same as DA213, except Veneer Anchor Plate comes preassembled with one 1/4” expansion anchor. Expansion
anchor requires a 7/16” diameter x 2-1/4” deep hole to be drilled into the backing prior to installation.
For HDG anchors, the expansion anchor consists of a zinc plated, 1/4”-20 NC threaded hex head bolt and washer.
For stainless steel anchors, the expansion anchor uses a stainless steel bolt and washer. In both cases, the
expander sleeve and cone is manufactured from corrosion resistant brass. Tap anchor into hole and tighten to
between 50 and 100 inch-pounds.

DA5801 Adjustable Speed Set Anchor with Expansion Anchor

Designed especially to anchor veneer to a concrete or CMU backing. Same as DA801
except comes preassembled with one 1/4” expansion anchor. Expansion anchor requires
a 7/16” diameter x 2-1/4” deep hole to be drilled into the backing prior to installation.
For HDG anchors, the expansion anchor consists of a zinc plated, 1/4”-20 NC threaded hex
head bolt and washer. For stainless steel anchors, the expansion anchor uses a stainless
steel bolt and washer. In both cases, the expander sleeve and cone is manufactured from
corrosion resistant brass. To install, tap anchor into hole and tighten to between 50 and
100 inch-pounds.

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DA5431 Seismic Veneer Anchor System

Same as DA431 Seismic Veneer Anchor except ships preassembled with an expansion
anchor. Expansion anchor requires a 7/16” diameter x 2” to 2 ¼” deep hole drilled into
concrete backing or a 7/16” diameter hole through the face shell of a hollow CMU.

For HDG anchors, the expansion anchor consist of zinc plated, ¼” -20 NC threaded head
nut and washer. For stainless steel anchors, the expansion anchor uses a stainless steel
bolt and washer. In both cases, the expander sleeve and cone are manufactured from
corrosion resistant brass.

To install, tap anchor in to position and tighten to between 50 and 100 inch-pounds. Minimum ultimate tensile
capacity of anchor system is 850 lbs.

DA8800 OCM Masonry Rebar Anchor

This is a mechanical rebar anchor system consisting of a mechanical expansion anchor swaged to either a #4 or
a #5 grade 40 reinforcing bar. Expansion anchor portion is zinc plated for corrosion resistance.
This rebar anchor is used to tie vertical reinforcing steel in masonry construction to a poured-in-place concrete
foundation (4,000 psi compressive strength). Jobsites are not restricted by temperature when this system is
specified, which means no delays in laying CMU due to waiting on installation of rebars.
Specify a 11/16” diameter drill bit x 2-1/2” minimum depth hole for the #4 and a 27/32” diameter drill bit x 3”
minimum depth hole for the #5 system.
Installation instructions:
• Drill hole using carbide bit of specified diameter.
• Drill hole to specified depth.
• Remove cement fines or dust using compressed air.
• Insert appropriate anchor into hole.
• Strike the top of the rebar with a hammer blow of sufficient
force to expand expansion anchor into the drilled hole

DA8800 OCM Anchor

Ultimate Ultimate
Rebar
Tension Shear
Anchor
Capacity Capacity

#4 7,533 lbs. 6,865 lbs.

#5 11,233 lbs. 7,659 lbs.

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FASTENERS
DA807 Steel Stud Veneer Screw
The DA 807 Steel Stud Veneer Screw is a metal-to-metal, self-drilling, self tapping screw designed to fasten
veneer anchors to a metal stud backing without drilling a pilot hole. The screws are coated with a propri­etary
corrosion resistant coating and are available in two sizes, #10-16 x 1-1/2” long or #12-14 x 2” long. The 1-1/2” long
screw is available with or without a EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) Rubber washer under the hex
washer head. The 2” length is available ONLY with a EPDM washer. The EPDM washer provides resistance to
water pen­etration, around the screw into the backup. Other sizes of screws are available.

DA807 Withdrawal Capacity

Size Steel Stud Ultimate Capacity
25 ga. 124 lbs.
20 ga. 299 lbs.
18 ga. 499 lbs.
#10-16
16 ga. 708 lbs.
14 ga. 967 lbs. NOTE: Withdrawal capacity based on the screw
12 ga. 1,474 lbs. penetrating the metal stud by at least 3 thread pitches.
25 ga. 142 lbs.
20 ga. 341 lbs.
18 ga. 551 lbs.
#12-14
16 ga. 757 lbs.
14 ga. 1,063 lbs.
12 ga. 1,631 lbs.

DA808 Wood Stud Screw - Corrosion Protected

The DA 808 Wood Stud Screw is designed to secure veneer anchors to wood studs. This is a self-tapping screw
and does not require drilling of a pilot hole. Screws are coated with a proprietary corrosion resistant coating and are
fur­nished with a #9 Phillips Head Screw in 1-5/8” or 2-1/4” lengths. Maximum material attachment range for the 1
5/8” long screw is 1-1/8” and 1-3/4” for the 2-1/4” long screw. Other sizes of screws are available.

DA808 Withdrawal Capacity

Embedment Ultimate Capacity
1/2” 223 lbs.
3/4” 312 lbs.
1” 555 lbs. NOTE: Withdrawal capacity based on a screw embedded in a
1-1/4” 676 lbs. Spruce-Pine-Fir lumber species, #2 grade 2x4 stud.

A995 Stainless Steel Screw - Type 300 Series

The Dur-O-Wal A995 Stainless Steel Screw com­bines the corrosion resis­tance of an austenitic 300 series stainless
head and threaded shank with a hard­ened carbon steel point for self-drilling installation. This screw has a 5/16”
AF Hex Washer Head and integral drill point and is engineered to drill the optimum hole size for efficient thread
forming in the metal stud with optimized pullout values. These screws install like carbon steel screws, yet provide
the corrosion resistance of a true stainless steel self-drilling screw.
When selecting a stainless steel fastener where minimizing corrosion is the goal, specify the A995 Stainless
Steel Screw as it offers dramatically bet­ter corrosion resistance with its stainless steel composi­tion. The welded
drill point makes this screw more costly, but the corrosion resistance benefits greatly offset the increased cost.
A995 Withdrawal Capacity
Steel Stud Ultimate Capacity
20 ga. 315 lbs.
18 ga. 472 lbs. NOTE: Withdrawal capacity based on screw having threads
16 ga. 787 lbs. penetrating beyond the steel stud by at least 3 thread pitches.

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DA5410 Expansion Anchor

The Dur-O-Wal expansion anchor consists of a 1/4”-20 UNC
threaded stainless steel bolt and washer, a brass expansion sleeve
and expander cone. The anchor provides a posi­tive mechanical
lock in the backing due to the expansion of the brass expansion
sleeve.
To install these anchors, drill a 7/16” diameter hole 2” to 2-1/4” deep into the backing. Remove any fines left from
drilling the hole, then tap the expansion anchor into the drilled hole and tighten the anchor bolt to between 50 and
100 inch-pounds.

DA5610 Expansion Anchor

This expansion anchor is identical to the DA5410 anchor with the exception that the 1/4”-20 bolt and washer are
elector-galvanized.

DA5410 or DA5610 Expansion Anchors

DA5410 or DA5610 Expansion Anchors
Average Minimum
Compressive Hole
Material Ultimate Embedment
Strength Diameter
Tension Depth
Brick 1,348 lbs. 7,700 psi 7/16” 1-5/8”
Brick 2,062 lbs. 11,000 psi 7/16” 1-5/8”
CMU, Hollow 1,385 lbs. 1,385 psi 7/16” 1-1/4”
CMU, Grouted Cells 2,038 lbs. 2,038 lbs. 7/16” 2”
Concrete 2,169 lbs. 3,500 psi 7/16” 2”

Mortar Joint, 9/16” 1,216 lbs. 962 psi 7/16” 1-5/8”

Mortar Joint, 9/16” 1,321 lbs. 1,450 psi 7/16” 1-5/8”
NOTE: Tension capacity based on material having attained a compressive strength equal to or greater than that listed.

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Stone Anchors
Stone Anchors are designed to anchor stone DA331
DA301U
panels to a backing. There are no “standard”
dimensions and all stone anchor quotes and F
G
H

fabrication are based on receiving sketches contain- B

ing detailed dimensions and material specifications. A C
E
B
Methods of attachment can be by D
B
A
using Dovetail Anchor Slot, Channel Anchor DA301Z C
A C DA332
Slot or by direct attachment to the backing. A G

B
Dur-O-Wal can fabricate stone anchors H - Slot Size
B
using 16, 14 or 12 gauge, 3/16”, 1/4”, 3/8” or 1/2” C F

thicknesses and either plain Uncoated, mill D

galvanized or HDG carbon steel or stainless steel. DA302 E

B

A
C DA333
H
A
I
B
G
DA303
D
F
E

C DA101 1”
DA103 B C
F
1” C
B A
A DA334
B
B C E
F
B
A A
D
C DA304 D
1”
1” DA102 B
DA104 DA335
C C
B A
E B A
C
E - Slot Size

A
B
A
DA305
C
DA911 C DA201 D
1/2”
C
1”
A
C DA336
B
C A
E B F - Slot Size

E
A A
B
C DA306
1” D
B DA202 B DA337
1/2” DA913 A
A
E B E - Slot Size
C C
F - Slot Size
B

B
B DA307 J

D
A I
A C
DA203 C K - Slot Size
C A
B G

C
1/2”
DA914 1”
DA308 H
F
B E A

C
B DA338
B
A
D
D
C
DA204 A
A B A
1” C
DA339
F G
B
E
DA309 E - Slot Size
A 1/2” F
C B DA917 A E
B

C DA205 D
G
G
C B

E+F+G 1” D C
A
B
B C F - Slot Size H

A G - Dia.

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FOR ADDITIONAL DUR-O-WAL BROCHURES

For additional information on Dur-O-Wal masonry accessories, please request a free copy of the following
brochures:
Masonry Products Catalog, Seismic Products Catalog or Masonry Repair Handbook.
Individual Product Submittal Sheets are available upon request.
SAFETY INFORMATION
DUR-O-WAL masonry products are intended for use by trained, qualified and experienced workers only. Misuse
or lack of supervision and/or inspection can contribute to property damage, serious accidents or deaths. Any
application other than those shown in this publication should be carefully tested before use.
The values listed in this brochure are ultimate values. The user of these DUR-O-WAL products must evaluate the
product application, determine the appropriate design load and control all field conditions to prevent applications of
loads in excess of the design load. The data displayed in this publication are a combination of actual testing and/
or other industry sources.
SHOP OR FIELD MODIFICATION
Welding can compromise the load value of a product and lead to hazardous situations. Knowledge of materials,
heat-treating and welding procedures is necessary for proper welding. Consult a local welding supply dealer for
assistance in determining required welding procedures.
Since DUR-O-WAL cannot control workmanship or conditions in which modifications are done, DUR-O-WAL
cannot be responsible for any product altered in the field.
INTERCHANGEABILITY
Many masonry accessory products that DUR-O-WAL manufactures are designed as part of a system. DUR-O-WAL
strongly discourages efforts to interchange products supplied by other manufacturers with components supplied by
DUR-O-WAL. When used properly, and in accordance with published instructions, DUR-O-WAL products have
proven to be among the best designed and safest in the industry. Used improperly or with incompatible components
supplied by other manufac­turers, DUR-O-WAL products or systems may be rendered ineffective and/or unsafe.
DESIGN CHANGES
DUR-O-WAL Masonry Accessories reserves the right to change product designs, capacities and product dimensions
at any time without prior notice.
GENERAL WARRANTY
Seller makes no warranty of any kind, except that the goods sold under this agreement shall be of the standard
quality of the seller, and buyer assumes all risk and liability resulting from the use of the goods, whether used singly
or in combination with other goods. Seller neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for seller any other
liability in conjunction with the sale or use of the goods sold, and there is no oral agreement or warranty collateral
to or affecting this transaction.
GENERAL DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this publication does not constitute a professional opinion or judgment. Use of this
information should not be used as a substitute for competent profes­sional determinations.
Each masonry project is unique and the appropriate use of these products is the responsibility of the engineers,
architects and other professionals who are familiar with the specific requirements of the project. For a more
complete understanding of the requirements for masonry wall reinforcement, the reader is advised to consult
a copy of the Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures (ACI 530-05/ASCE 5-05/TMS 402-05)
available from the American Concrete Institute, 38800 Country Club Drive, Farmington Hills, MI 48331 U.S.A.,
Phone: (248) 848-3700 or www.aci-int.org.

Dur-O-Wal Customer Service

625 Crane Street • Aurora, IL 60505 • Phone: 800-323-0090
1401 Meadowcraft • Birmingham, AL 35215 • Phone: 800-821-9296

Dur-O-Wal Technical Service

7777 Washington Village Drive • Dayton, OH 45459 • Phone: 877-632-9866
dur-o-wal.com • E-Mail: info@dur-o-wal.com

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