Ancon Tapered Thread Positional Couplers

General:

• The Ancon Tapered Thread Positional Coupler is designed to be used in applications in which neither bar can be rotated.

• Positional coupler can also be used as a closer between two fixed bars.

• The positional coupler comprises three components, a male section, a female section and a locking nut.

• The male component has an internal tapered thread and an extended external parallel thread.

• The female component has a parallel thread and a tapered thread, both of which are internal.

• A locknut is used to secure the connection when the correct degree of adjustability has been achieved.

• All components, including the locknut must be tightened using a torque wrench.

Performance:

• The Positional Range of Tapered Thread Couplers has been tested and approved by UK CARES to show compliance with the requirements of BS EN 1992-1-1: 2004 (Eurocode 2) and BS 8110.

• The most common sizes have been tested and approved by the DIBt and are covered by Approval No. Z-1.5-179.