
Steel expansion anchor bolt Revit family designed for precise structural connections and mechanical fastening in concrete elements. This mechanical expansion anchor features a standard bolt shank, a circular washer, and a hexagonal nut, finished in a utilitarian grey steel coating. The design includes the characteristic expansion sleeve at the base, which allows for a secure mechanical grip once torqued into a pre-drilled hole. The proportions are consistent with industrial-grade fixing hardware, capturing the necessary geometric detail for structural coordination. It is modelled as a singular component, providing a clean representation of the fastening mechanism suitable for detailed structural documentation or architectural section views requiring high accuracy.
The download is a 1.5 MB file containing a Revit family (.rfa). Load it into a project from the Insert tab with Load Family, then place it like any other component of its category; it schedules and tags with the rest of your model.
As a Revit family, this component is intended for placement within host concrete elements such as slabs, beams, or columns. Users should utilise the family as a face-based component to ensure proper alignment with structural surfaces. The model maintains a consistent scale, allowing for precise positioning within complex assemblies. It is recommended to manage visibility through dedicated sub-categories to control the level of detail across different project views, ensuring the fastener remains legible in both plan and section drawings.
Steel Expansion Anchor Bolt
Free
This anchor bolt is essential for structural engineers and architects working on connection details in residential, commercial, and industrial projects. It is frequently employed for base plate fixings, mounting structural steel members to concrete, or securing heavy equipment to floor slabs. Professionals will find this asset useful for BIM coordination, construction documentation, and clash detection workflows. Search for this component when detailing structural connections or specifying mechanical fixings for steel-to-concrete interfaces in Revit project environments.
File formats
What changed in 1.0
Initial release.
Free to use in personal and commercial projects, including paid client work.
Covers 1 seat.