DETAN TENSION ROD SYSTEMS DT-P 05.

2-US

FACA D E

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The DETAN Tension Rod System

The DETAN Tension Rod System is an aesthe-
tically pleasing method of providing bracing
or structural support. The DETAN system is
manufactured from both carbon steel and
stainless steel in a variety of sizes.
Adjustment for length is hidden within the
system and is provided without the use of
turnbuckles or unsightly exposed threads.

The manufacture of every component in the

DETAN system is permanently controlled and
fulfills the requirements of the HALFEN Quali-
ty Management System, certified according to
ISO 9001. The DETAN System has been type
approved by the Inspection Board for Building
Engineering LGA, Bavaria, Germany.

Product features:
Easily adjustable for length
Available in carbon steel and stainless steel
Variety of standard finishes
Type approved
Sealing of the threads for corrosion
protection available ( optional )
System diameters from 6 mm to 95 mm
( 1/4 in. to 3-3/4 in. )
in stainless steel up to 30 mm ( 1-1/4 in. )
Load capacity up to 605.8 kips ( 2695 kN )

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Stainless Steel System DETAN-E
DETAN Tension Rod Systems in
stainless steel are typically used in
applications where a high resistance
to corrosion is necessary, or where a
polished finish is preferred.
Stainless steel tension rods are avail-
able up to six metres long in 9 diame-
ters, ranging from 6 mm to 30 mm
(1/4 in. to 1 -1/4 in.). As with the car-
bon steel system, couplers and anchor
discs may be used to extend the sys-
tem when long spans are required.
Product range, load capacities and
dimensions are detailed on pages 6
and 7.
For all components of the stainless
steel system the following finish is
available:
- polished ( satin ), order code: p
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Carbon Steel System DETAN-S460
Available in nineteen diameters, the
DETAN System is supplied in two
carbon steel strengths:
System diam. 6 mm to 12 mm
( 1/4 in. to 1/2 in. ) yield strength =
51.5 ksi ( 355 MPa )
System diam. 16 mm to 95 mm
( 5/8 in. to 3-3/4 in. ) yield strength =
66.7 ksi ( 460 MPa ).
By using high grade steels the DETAN
System is able to provide superior per-
formance and economy, while saving
material and weight.
For product range, allowable loads,
and dimensions, see pages 8 and 9.
Standard finish is available for
DETAN-S460:
- hot dip galvanized rods and anchor
discs with Dacromet coated fork con-
nectors ( a corrosion protective coa-
ting, which is at least equivalent to
hot dip galvanizing ), order code: fv
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Tension Rods Anchor Discs pleasing connection to the tension bar.

Tension rods are supplied with one
left-hand thread and one right-hand
thread, to engage with corresponding
left and right forks.
Flattened section on the rod enables
the use of a wrench to torque the
rod for engagement and for length
adjustment.
Couplers
are used to join DETAN tension rods
in applications requiring long spans.
They also provide an additional option
for adjusting the system for length.
Each DETAN coupler is provided with
two locking nuts. Sizes M12 (1/2) and
above can be supplied with a welded
lug to provide a hanger connection if
required.
Hangers can be used in long span appli-
cations to limit system deflection.
are another method for extending the
span of the system, or they can be used
to provide a central connection point
for structures requiring cross bracing.
A maximum of eight bars may be con-
nected to each anchor disc.
Fork Connectors
provide an adjustable connection bet-
ween the tension rod and connection
plates on the structure or anchor discs.
Each DETAN tension rod system has
2 fork connectors, one with lefthand
and one with right-hand thread. Fork
connectors can easily be identified by
the color-coded end plugs that seal the
fork ends from moisture penetration
( yellow = right-hand, blue = left-hand
thread ). Combined with tapered lo-
cking nuts they provide an aesthetically
Anchor disc
Each fork connector is provided with a
locking nut, a pin and two circlips.
A combination of flat and round seals
can be provided to special order for lo-
cking nuts M16 (5/8) and above, if
it is desired to seal the threads from
the accumulation of moisture or dirt.
Locking nuts for systems M6 (1/4)
to M12 (1/2) are tightened with soft
touch pliers. Sizes M16 (5/8) and abo-
ve are tightened using a peg spanner.
To provide a visual safety check, the
locking nut hides an indicator mark on
the tension rod only when the system
is within its allowable range of adjust-
ment.
L
gth
len
tem
Sys

Coupler f

Seals (optional) A typical installation can consist of some or all

of the standard components as shown.
Please note definition of the system length L!
Rod
Locking nut
Coupler L
Connection with lug gth
plate to len
tem
structure Sys

Fork connector
Pin
Circlip

SYSTEM SELECTIONS

Material Rod [in.] Components Finish System length L [mm]

Rod + Connection Set Anchor Disc L
DT-S460:
Carbon Steel Carbon Steel:
ds = 1/4 to 3-3/4 fv=hot dip galv.
2 Rods + 1 Connection Set + 1 Coupler Set If couplers are requi-
DT-E: red their positions
Stainless Steel:
Stainless Steel within the system
ds = 1/4 to 1-1/4 2 Rods + 1 Connection Set + 1 Coupler Set with lug p= polished
length should be
specified.

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DETAN Compression Rods Connection Plates

DETAN Tension rods satisfy most design
requirements for bracing, but occasio-
nally there is a need for a compression
member to both strengthen and stabilize
the structure.
DETAN Compression Rods have been
designed to fulfill this requirement, while
being aesthetically compatible with the
other DETAN components.
Compression rods consist of large diame-
ter tubes, which are reduced at each end
to use standard DETAN fork connectors
to the structure. They are designed to
order, and are available in both carbon
steel and stainless steel.
are used to attach the system to the Cast-in HALFEN channels or anchor
structure. They can be supplied as fins bolts may be used to fix connection
for welding to steelwork or as T-bra- plates to concrete structures. Connec-
ckets for bolting to the structure. Care tion plates can be provided by HALFEN
should be taken in designing the posi- or by a quality metalworker.
tion of connection plates to ensure that
the tension rod system is not subject to
bending.
Arrangement of connection plates
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
Forks must be correctly aligned
and positioned in the same
plane to ensure that bending is
not introduced into the tension
system.

Maximum misalignment 0.5

REPLACEMENT ITEMS

System Sets Individual Components

Tension Rod Fork, righthand or lefthand thread

Connection set = 2 forks + locking nuts + circlips + pins Locking nut, righthand or lefthand thread

Set of circlips (2 circlips for 1 fork connector)

Coupler set = coupler + locking nuts
Pin
Coupler set with lug = coupler/lug + locking nuts
Coupler (optionally with lug)
Anchor disc
Seals (further components on request)

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System components, material/finish 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
Tension rod Fork Couplers, locking nuts Anchor disc
System size ds [mm] 6 - 30 6 - 30 6 - 30 6 - 30
stainless steel A4
Material stainless steel A4 (316) stainless steel A4 (316) stainless steel A4 (316)
S31803 ( SAE )
Finish A4 p polished polished polished polished
Notes: Tension rods: Stainless steel A4 (316), yield strength = 355 MPa ( 51,500 psi ), ultimate strength = 600 MPa ( 87,000 psi )

System load capacity 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
System diam. ds [mm] / [in] 6 (1/4) 8 (5/16) 10 (3/8) 12 (1/2) 16 (5/8) 20 (3/4) 24 (1) 27 (1-1/8) 30 (1-1/4)
Design strength Zd [kN] 6.5 14.3 21.5 33.1 57.2 85.7 130.9 166.6 171.4
Design strength Zd [lb] 1,460 3,210 4,830 7,450 12,850 19,260 29,420 37,450 38,530
t resistance factor for tension is included

Minimum system length 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
System diam. ds [mm] / [in] 6 (1/4) 8 (5/16) 10 (3/8) 12 (1/2) 16 (5/8) 20 (3/4) 24 (1) 27 (1-1/8) 30 (1-1/4)
polished, hand polished [mm] 139 155 189 237 267 327 384 416 446

Maximum system length with one rod 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
System diam. ds [mm] / [in] 6 (1/4) 8 (5/16) 10 (3/8) 12 (1/2) 16 (5/8) 20 (3/4) 24 (1) 27 (1-1/8) 30 (1-1/4)
polished, hand polished [mm] 3,044 6,051 6,060 6,073 6,085 6,107 6,128 6,140 6,148

Maximum rod length

polished [mm] 3,000 6,000
hand polished [mm] n/a 3,000
Greater system lengths can be achieved using more than one rod in combination with DETAN couplers.
Size ds = 6 mm available in polished finish only.

+ - System length L

System dimensions [mm] 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
System diam. [mm] / [in] ds 6 (1/4) 8 (5/16) 10 (3/8) 12 (1/2) 16 (5/8) 20 (3/4) 24 (1) 27 (1-1/8) 30 (1-1/4)
Fork length [mm] lDT 42 50 60 73 89 110 133 147 160
Pin length [mm] lB 18 22 28 32 42 50 58 63 70
Fork breadth [mm] p 12 16 21 24 33 40 46 51 57
Fork height [mm] q 17 21 26 31 41 51 61 69 75
Screw-in depth [mm] om 10.5 12.5 15.0 18.5 22.5 27.0 34.0 37.5 42.5
Screw-in adjustment [mm] oj 4.5 4.5 5.0 6.5 7.5 8.0 11.0 12.5 12.5
Length locking nut [mm] M 17.5 20.0 24.5 37.0 41.0 50.0 58.0 63.0 64.0
Spanner width [mm] ts 5 6 9 11 14 18 22 25 28
Spanner flat position [mm] ep 96 92 85 71 64 131 119 112 106
Peg spanner size [mm] - Use soft touch pliers - 25-28 30-32 34-36 40-42 45-50
Edge distance [mm] r
Pin hole diameter [mm] j see dimensions table, connecting plates section, page 7
Thickness conn. plate [mm] b

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Connecting plates
Connecting plates should be designed to suit each application. The critical dimensions are provided in the table and in the dia-
grams below. For guidance on specific applications please contact our technical staff.

Dimensions 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide through 25.4

System size [mm] / [in] ds 6 (1/4) 8 (5/16) 10 (3/8) 12 (1/2) 16 (5/8) 20 (3/4) 24 (1) 27 (1-1/8) 30 (1-1/4)
Thickness conn. plate [in] b 3/16 5/16 3/8 1/2 5/8 3/4 7/8 1 1
Hole for pin [mm] j 6.5 7.5 9.5 11.5 14.5 18.5 21.5 24.5 26.5
Hole for pin [in] j 1/4 19/64 3/8 29/64 9/16 23/32 27/32 31/32 1-3/64
Edge distance [mm] r 9 12 15 18 24 29 35 39 43
Minimum width [mm] s 18 22 28 33 43 55 67 76 80
Material specification: Stainless steel grade 304 or 316 with minimum yield strength of 30,000 psi.
1. Connection plate with minimum yield strength 30,000 psi and with indicated thickness are required to achieve sytem load capacities shown.
2. If thinner connection plates are used, system load capacity may be reduced. Please consult HALFEN for further information.
3. For size 12 ( 1/2 ) and 27 ( 1-1/8 ) maximum plus tolerance for connection plate thickness is +1/64 or 0.4 mm.

Anchor discs Example: anchor disc with 4 tension rods Maximum of 8 rod connections per disc

Dimensions 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4

System size ds [mm] / [in] 6 (1/4) 8 (5/16) 10 (3/8) 12 (1/2) 16 (5/8) 20 (3/4) 24 (1) 27 (1-1/8) 30 (1-1/4)
Effective diameter f [mm] 55 75 90 110 140 180 210 240 260
Diameter of anchor disc g [mm] 73 99 120 146 186 238 280 318 346
Material specification: stainless steel with minimum yield strength = 240 MPa (35,000 psi)

Couplers

Dimensions 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4

System size [mm] / [in] ds 6 (1/4) 8 (5/16) 10 (3/8) 12 (1/2) 16 (5/8) 20 (3/4) 24 (1) 27 (1-1/8) 30 (1-1/4)
Coupler length [mm] LM 34 40 40 50 62 78 94 104 120
Coupler diameter [mm] dM 12 15 20 22 28 35 42 47 53
Screw-in depth [mm] om 10.5 12.5 15.0 18.5 22.5 27.0 34.0 37.5 42.5
Screw-in adjustment [mm] oj 4.5 4.5 5.0 6.5 7.5 8.0 11.0 12.5 12.5
Hanger system size [mm] dsa - - - 6 6 8 8 10 10
Hole position [mm] kM - - - 27.5 33.0 37.0 44.0 50.5 57.5
Material specification: stainless steel with minimum yield strength = 240 MPa (35,000 psi).

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System components, material/finish 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
Tension rod Fork Couplers, locking nuts Anchor disc
System size ds [mm] 6 - 12 16 - 95 6 - 12 16 - 95 6 - 95 6 - 95
Forged Cast steel
Material S355 S460 S355 S355
S355J2G3 GS20Mn5QT
Finish fv hot dip galvanized dacrometised dacrometised hot dip galvanized
Notes: A double coating which is applied by a dip or spray treatment. The corrosion resistance proved in a salt spray fog test is at least
equivalent to hot dip galvanizing.

System load capacity 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
6 8 10 12 16 20 24 27 30 36 42 48 52 56 60 64 76 85 95
System diam. ds [mm] / [in]
(1/4) (5/16) (3/8) (1/2) (5/8) (3/4) (1) (1-1/8) (1-1/4) (1-3/8) (1-5/8) (2 ) (2-1/16) (2-1/4) (2-3/8) (2-1/2) (3) (3-3/8) (3-3/4)

Design strength Zd [kN] 7.5 13.6 21.5 31.3 58 94 146 202 217 302 487 611 695 746 1,020 1,193 1,725 2,157 2,695

Design strength Zd [lb.] 1,670 3,050 4,830 7,020 13,030 21,130 32,820 45,410 48,780 67,890 109,480 137,350 156,240 167,700 229,300 268,190 387,700 484,970 605,790

t resistance factor for tension is included

Minimum system length 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
6 8 10 12 16 20 24 27 30 36 42 48 52 56 60 64 76 85 95
System diam. ds [mm] / [in]
(1/4) (5/16) (3/8) (1/2) (5/8) (3/4) (1) (1-1/8) (1-1/4) (1-3/8) (1-5/8) (2 ) (2-1/16) (2-1/4) (2-3/8) (2-1/2) (3) (3-3/8) (3-3/4)
mill finish, hot dip galvanized [mm] 139 155 189 237 267 327 384 416 446 513 586 666 713 760 828 886 1,042 1,152 1,272

Maximum system length with one rod 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
6 8 10 12 16 20 24 27 30 36 42 48 52 56 60 64 76 85 95
System diam. ds [mm] / [in]
(1/4) (5/16) (3/8) (1/2) (5/8) (3/4) (1) (1-1/8) (1-1/4) (1-3/8) (1-5/8) (2 ) (2-1/16) (2-1/4) (2-3/8) (2-1/2) (3) (3-3/8) (3-3/4)
mill finish, hot dip galvanized [mm] 3,044 6,051 6,060 6,073 12,085 12,107 12,128 12,140 12,148 12,179 12,220 12,264 12,277 12,290 12,324 15,356 15,432 15,482 15,532
Maximum rod length
polished [mm] 3,000 6,000 12,000 15,000
Greater system lengths can be achieved using more than one rod in combination with DETAN couplers.
Size ds = 6 mm (1/4 in.) only available in mill finish (wb).
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+ - System length L
System dimensions 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
6 8 10 12 16 20 24 27 30 36 42 48 52 56 60 64 76 85 95
System diam. [mm] / [in] ds (1/4) (5/16) (3/8) (1/2) (5/8) (3/4) (1) (1-1/8) (1-1/4) (1-3/8) (1-5/8) (2) (2-1/16) (2-1/4) (2-3/8) (2-1/2) (3) (3-3/8) (3-3/4)
Fork length [mm] lDT 42 50 60 73 89 110 133 147 160 192 225 265 285 305 335 380 460 520 580
Pin length [mm] lB 18 22 28 32 42 50 58 63 70 82 95 109 117 128 137 155 178 200 227
Fork breadth [mm] p 12 16 21 24 33 40 46 51 57 68 79 90 98 107 116 128 146 166 189
Fork height [mm] q 17 21 26 31 41 51 61 69 75 90 105 119 125 137 146 176 196 216 236
Screw-in depth [mm] om 10.5 12.5 15.0 18.5 22.5 27.0 34.0 37.5 42.5 51.0 55.0 62.5 70.5 77.5 85.0 95 115 130 155
Screw-in adjustment [mm] oj 4.5 4.5 5.0 6.5 7.5 8.0 11.0 12.5 12.5 14.0 15.0 17.5 20.0 22.5 25.0 30 39 45 60
Length locking nut [mm] M 17.5 20.0 24.5 37.0 41.0 50.0 58.0 63.0 64.0 72.0 83.0 91.0 98.0 105 112 120 148 165 205
Spanner width [mm] ts 5 6 9 11 14 18 22 25 28 33 39 45 49 53 57 - on request -
Spanner flat position [mm] ep 96 92 85 71 64 131 119 112 106 93 177 164 152 140 128 215 176 250 200
25- 30- 34- 40- 45- 52- 68- 68- 80- 80- 80- 155/ 155/ 230/ 230/
Peg spanner size [mm] - Use soft touch pliers -
28 32 36 42 50 55 75 75 90 90 90 8 8 10 10
Edge distance [mm] r
Pin hole diameter [mm] j see dimensions table, connecting plates section, page 9

Thickness conn. plate

[mm] b

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Connecting plates
Connecting plates should be designed to suit each application. The critical dimensions are provided in the table and in the diagrams
below. For guidance on specific applications please contact our technical staff.

Dimensions [mm] / [in] 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4
6 8 10 12 16 20 24 27 30 36 42 48 52 56 60 64 76 85 95
System size [mm] / [in] ds
(1/4) (5/16) (3/8) (1/2) (5/8) (3/4) (1) (1-1/8) (1-1/4) (1-3/8) (1-5/8) (2 ) (2-1/16) (2-1/4) (2-3/8) (2-1/2) (3) (3-3/8) (3-3/4)
Thickness conn. plate [in] b 3/16 1/4 5/16 3/8 1/2 5/8 3/4 7/8 7/8 1 1-3/8 1-1/2 1-1/2 1-1/2 2 2 2-1/2 3 3-1/4
Hole for pin [mm] j 6.5 7.5 9.5 11.5 15.5 19.5 23.5 26.5 29.5 33.5 41 47 49 53 57 66 76 86 96
Hole for pin [in] j 1/4 19/64 3/8 29/64 39/64 49/64 59/64 1-3/64 1-5/32 1-5/16 1-19/32 1-27/32 1-29/32 2-3/32 2-1/4 2-5/8 3 3-3/8 3-3/4
Edge distance [mm] r 9 12 15 18 24 29 35 39 43 51 60 70 76 83 88 107 129 149 159
Minimum width [mm] s 18 21 28 33 40 51 64 73 80 94 113 129 142 151 161 182 216 240 270

Material specification: ASTM - A 572 Grade 50 or ASTM - A 572 Grade 60

1. Connection plate with minimum yield strength 50,000 psi and with indicated thickness are required to achieve sytem load capacities shown.
2. If thinner connection plates are used, system load capacity may be reduced. Please consult HALFEN for further information.
3. For size 42 (1-5/8) and 85 (3-3/8) maximum plus tolerance connection plate thickness is +1/32 or 0.8 mm.
Anchor discs Example: anchor disc with 4 tension rods Maximum of 8 rod connections per disc

Dimensions 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4

6 8 10 12 16 20 24 27 30 36 42 48 52 56 60 64 76 85 95
System size ds [mm] / [in]
(1/4) (5/16) (3/8) (1/2) (5/8) (3/4) (1) (1-1/8) (1-1/4) (1-3/8) (1-5/8) (2 ) (2-1/16) (2-1/4) (2-3/8) (2-1/2) (3) (3-3/8) (3-3/4)

Effective diameter f [mm] 55 75 90 110 140 180 210 240 260 310 360 420 450 490 520 596 702 777 832
Diameter of anchor disc g [mm] 73 99 120 146 186 238 280 318 346 412 480 558 600 652 692 810 960 1075 1150

Material specification: steel strength grade S355, yield strength = 360 MPa (52,500 psi )

Couplers

Dimensions 1 inch = 25.4 mm / to convert mm measurement to inches divide by 25.4

6 8 10 12 16 20 24 27 30 36 42 48 52 56 60 64 76 85 95
System size [mm] / [in] ds
(1/4) (5/16) (3/8) (1/2) (5/8) (3/4) (1) (1-1/8) (1-1/4) (1-3/8) (1-5/8) (2 ) (2-1/16) (2-1/4) (2-3/8) (2-1/2) (3) (3-3/8) (3-3/4)

Coupler length [mm] LM 34 40 40 50 62 78 94 104 120 140 158 180 195 210 245 270 328 370 450

Coupler diameter [mm] dM 12 15 20 22 28 35 42 47 53 64 75 87 93 98 104 135 155 180 195

Screw-in depth [mm] om 10.5 12.5 15.0 18.5 22.5 27.0 34.0 37.5 42.5 51.0 55.0 62.5 70.5 77.5 85.0 95.0 115 130 155

Screw-in adjustment [mm] oj 4.5 4.5 5.0 6.5 7.5 8.0 11,0 12.5 12.5 14.0 15.0 17.5 20.0 22.5 25.0 30.0 39 45 60

Hanger system size [mm] dsa - - - 6 6 8 8 10 10 10 10 12 12 12 12 12 12 16 16

Hole position [mm] kM - - - 27.5 33.0 37.0 44.0 50.5 57.5 72.0 86.5 98.5 111.5 124.5 137.0 130.0 140.0 150.0 157.5

Material specification: steel strength grade S355, yield strength = 360 MPa (52,500 psi )

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Assembly DETAN Sealing System

The load values given in the tables are exclu- Assembly

sively for use with the DETAN tension rod
Left-hand thread Right-hand thread Threaded plug Sealing system (optional)
components. Before installation, the DETAN flat seal round seal
components should always be visually
checked for any damage caused during Screw the locknut fully on the tension rod

shipment. When connecting plates are used

that have not been fabricated and delivered
by HALFEN, the materials, dimensional and
geometric limits specified in this catalog
should always be observed. The installation
tolerances given in the technical guidance
notes should also be observed.
If, after the delivery of the DETAN
components from HALFEN, any part is
mechanically modified by the user in a
manner which deviates from the established
guidance notes, the warranty would be void.
The DETAN locknut is screwed fully on
the DETAN Tension Rod. The fork connector
Screw the tension rod into the 2 forks
Fork End Locknut Tension Rod
System length L
Screw the locknuts back to lock
Fork ends are always supplied with a plug
to protect the threads from the ingress
System length L
of dirt and moisture. Additional seals are
available to order (system diameter 5 / 8 in.
Markings for minimum screw-in depth
and above) to prevent the entry of dirt and
Visual check!
moisture via the locknut.
Markings on
tension rod visible before assembly

is screwed on the tension rod until the obscured after

assembly
required system length is achieved. The
locknut is then screwed back towards the
fork connector until it is locked.
There are special markings on the DETAN
tension rod to ensure, by screwing the
locknut up properly, that the minimum
screw-in depth into the fork end is achieved.
This is confirmed when the mark is covered
and the locknut is properly tightened.
The pin in the fork connector is secured
by two snap rings, one on each side.
Use snap rings pliers for the installation of
the snap rings.

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Cribbs Causeway, Bristol (UK)

+ Pedestrian bridge, Schwarza (GER)

Central Station, Helsinki (SF)

Hildegard-Forum, Bingen (GER)

Bracing of a large glass facade

Noise protection wall, Oberlaa (AT)

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Anchors for Glazing Application Details Anchors for Precast AnkerCAD
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Adjustable Concealed Lintel Systems Dynagrip Toothed Anchor Channels CSI 3-Part Specifications
Anchors for Masonry HALFEN Technical Manual Product Data Sheets
Fleming Masonry Veneer (Anchor Channels, T-bolts & Profiles)
Restraint System

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Anchors for Stonework HALFEN Products for Corrosive Hard Copy Catalogs
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North American design parameters have been used. All application illustrations shown in the publication are for guidance only and should not
be taken as working drawings. HALFEN reserves the right to amend, withdraw or make changes to products and specifications at any time
with out written notice to customers, designers and users. It is the policy of HALFEN Anchoring Systems to work with designers, specifiers,
engineers and contractors in providing application assistance, suggestions and advice for the satisfactory solution of anchoring problems. Ho-
wever, all advice and drawings provided are subject to the approval of the design team, contractor or structural engineer, who take ultimate
responsibility for proper product usage.

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