Q: How do you install a Zipbolt post fastener?
Drill the mating holes for the bolt and anchor, then thread the connector into the joist and post, tightening the geared mechanism with a Torx driver until the post draws down snug.
00S1242 - Zipbolt Post Fastener
Used to secure newel posts, this all-steel connector easily installs directly into a floor joist. To tighten or loosen the connector, simply adjust the geared mechanism using a Torx driver.
The fastener can be sunk to a depth of about 140mm (5 1/2") into wood and has an overall length of around 275mm (10 3/4"). At one end of the bolt, an anchor seats in a 38mm (1 1/2") diameter by a minimum of 28mm (around 1 1/16") recess.
When tightening or loosening the connector, it should be done by hand or with a drill on low torque setting. Do not use an impact driver.
Drill the mating holes for the bolt and anchor, then thread the connector into the joist and post, tightening the geared mechanism with a Torx driver until the post draws down snug.
It sinks to a depth of about 5 1/2" (140mm) into wood, with an overall length of around 10 3/4" (275mm).
Yes, but only by hand or with a drill set to a low torque setting – never use an impact driver, which can strip or overtighten the connector.
The anchor seats in a recess about 1 1/2" (38mm) in diameter and at least 1 1/16" (28mm) deep.
| Materials | Steel |
| Dimensions | About 10 3/4" (275mm) overall; sinks to about 5 1/2" (140mm) depth; 1 1/2" (38mm) dia. anchor recess, minimum 1 1/16" (28mm) deep |
| Includes | Post fastener |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Zipbolt Post Fastener
Used to secure newel posts, this all-steel connector easily installs directly into a floor joist. To tighten or loosen the connector, simply adjust the geared mechanism using a Torx driver.
The fastener can be sunk to a depth of about 140mm (5 1/2") into wood and has an overall length of around 275mm (10 3/4"). At one end of the bolt, an anchor seats in a 38mm (1 1/2") diameter by a minimum of 28mm (around 1 1/16") recess.
When tightening or loosening the connector, it should be done by hand or with a drill on low torque setting. Do not use an impact driver.
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