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Hollo-Bolt™
Installation is quickly carried out by inserting into pre-drilled steel
and tightening with a torque wrench. Recognized in the AISC Steel
Construction Manual and approved by ICC-ES, see page 47 for details.

Hollo-Bolt
™

GIRDER CLAMPS
Hollo-Bolt HCF
(High Clamping
Force)
See page 45

RAIL CONNECTIONS
Hollo-Bolt (Hot Dip Galvanized) is ICC-ES and LARR approved for
all Seismic Design Categories A through F, in compliance with the
International and Los Angeles Building Codes, see page 47.
• Fast, cost saving installation from one side.
• For square, rectangular and circular hollow sections.

LIFTING POINTS
• High resistance to tensile and shear loads.
• High Clamping Force design (sizes 5/8” and 3/4”).
• Independently tested for dynamic loading.
• Low temperature tested to -50OF (carbon steel variants).

Hollo-Bolt Options Head Variants

HOLLO-BOLT
Hollo-Bolts are available in a HEXAGONAL COUNTERSUNK FLUSH FIT
range of head types for a variety Normal visible Minimal visible Zero visible
of architectural finishes... protrusion protrusion protrusion

FLOOR CONNECTIONS
Sizes Available

5/16” 4 4 4
3/8” 4 4 4
Bolt Ø
Core

1/2” 4 4 4
5/8” 4 4 -
3/4” 4 - -
Corrosion Protection PIPE SUPPORTS

4 4 4
Carbon Steel

Zinc Plated plus JS500

with finish

Hot Dip Galvanized 4 - -

Sheraplex 4 4 4
FAQS & CASE STUDIES

Stainless Steel 4 4 4

Sizes 5/8” and 3/4”, known as the Hollo-Bolt HCF, feature a High Clamping Force mechanism to produce three times more HIGH
clamping force than the same sized product without the mechanism. See page 45 for more information.
CLAMPING
FORCE

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Hollo-Bolt Options
Two versions are available; the original design for general hollow section
connections (see below) and the larger sized High Clamping Force (HCF)
for higher strength structural connections (see page 45).

Hollo-Bolt (sizes 5/16”, 3/8” and 1/2”)

GIRDER CLAMPS

Collar

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Plan View Hollo-Bolt Selector
Find and specify a suitable
Hollo-Bolt for your
RAIL CONNECTIONS

Cone Sleeve application

(Interlocking (Expands during
grooves installation)
prevent
loosening) Bolt

The Connection Concept

LIFTING POINTS

A typical connection is made by inserting the Hollo-Bolt into the pre-drilled

holes of the fixture and hollow section. As the bolt head is tightened, the cone
is pulled up the bolt thread, causing the sleeve to expand until the cone locks
the sleeve against the hollow section’s inner wall.

At full tightening torque, a clamping force is established between the fixture

and the steel section to form a secure connection. Once installed, only the
HOLLO-BOLT

head and the collar are visible.

Watch the video

at www.Lindapter.com
FLOOR CONNECTIONS

to see how the Hollo-Bolt expands

during installation.
= Clamping Force

Typical Applications
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Hollo-Bolt HCF
The larger 5/8” and 3/4” Hollo-Bolts are optimized for
high strength structural connections and feature a High
Clamping Force mechanism for superior performance.

Hollo-Bolt HCF (sizes 5/8” and 3/4”)

GIRDER CLAMPS
HIGH
CLAMPING
Collar FORCE

HCF
Mechanism
Plan View
Sleeve
(Expands

RAIL CONNECTIONS
Cone during
(Interlocking installation)
grooves
prevent
loosening) Bolt
Try our NEW online
Hollo-Bolt Selector
Find and specify a suitable
Hollo-Bolt for your
application
The Connection Concept

LIFTING POINTS
The HCF mechanism consists of a special rubber washer
that compresses during installation to significantly increase
the clamping force between the connecting steel, thereby
reducing displacement to achieve a higher strength connection.

The typical clamping force of Hollo-Bolt HCF is over three times

higher than the same sized product without the mechanism.

HOLLO-BOLT
Watch the video
at www.Lindapter.com

FLOOR CONNECTIONS
to see how the High Clamping Force
mechanism increases clamping force.
= Clamping Force

Typical Applications

PIPE SUPPORTS
FAQS & CASE STUDIES

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Hollo-Bolt Safe Working Loads

IMPORTANT: If you are designing
a connection to the IBC, refer to
the ICC-ES data on page 47.

a) Hexagonal b) Countersunk c) Flush Fit

D
D D
GIRDER CLAMPS

H
H min t
W
min t min t
W W
High
Clamping Installation
Force B B B Nut
mechanism A/F A/F A/F
(sizes 5/8”
and 3/4” )
RAIL CONNECTIONS

Z Z Z

Material: Carbon steel or stainless steel (see page 43 for corrosion protection options).

a) Hexagonal b) Countersunk Collar Safe Working

Loads(FOS 5:1)
Product Bolt Height Length Product Bolt Height Length Clamping Outer Ø Tightening Tensile Single
Code Ø Code Ø Thickness Ply Torque Shear
Z H B Z H B W min t D A/F
ft lb lbs lbs
LHBM08#1 5/16” 3/8” 1 3/4” LHBM08CSK#1 5/16” 3/16” 1 3/4” 1/8” - 7/8” - 7/8” 3/4” 17 899 1124
LIFTING POINTS

LHBM08#2 5/16” 3/8” 2 9/16” LHBM08CSK#2 5/16” 3/16” 2 9/16” 7/8” - 1 5/8” - 7/8” 3/4” 17 899 1124
LHBM08#3 5/16” 3/8” 3 3/8” LHBM08CSK#3 5/16” 3/16” 3 3/8” 1 5/8” - 2 3/8” - 7/8” 3/4” 17 899 1124
LHBM10#1 3/8” 1/2” 2” LHBM10CSK#1 3/8” 1/4” 1 3/4” 1/8” - 7/8” - 1 1/8” 15/16” 33 1910 2248
LHBM10#2 3/8” 1/2” 2 1/2” LHBM10CSK#2 3/8” 1/4” 2 1/2” 7/8” - 1 5/8” - 1 1/8” 15/16” 33 1910 2248
LHBM10#3 3/8” 1/2” 3 5/16” LHBM10CSK#3 3/8” 1/4” 3 5/16” 1 5/8” - 2 3/8” - 1 1/8” 15/16” 33 1910 2248
LHBM12#1 1/2” 9/16” 2 1/8” LHBM12CSK#1 1/2” 1/4” 1 7/8” 1/8” - 1” - 1 1/4” 1 3/16” 59 2360 3372
LHBM12#2 1/2” 9/16” 2 7/8” LHBM12CSK#2 1/2” 1/4” 2 7/8” 1” - 1 13/16” - 1 1/4” 1 3/16” 59 2360 3372
LHBM12#3 1/2” 9/16” 3 3/4” LHBM12CSK#3 1/2” 1/4” 3 11/16” 1 13/16” - 2 3/4” - 1 1/4” 1 3/16” 59 2360 3372
HOLLO-BOLT

LHBM16#1 5/8” 3/4” 2 5/8” LHBM16CSK#1 5/8” 5/16” 2 7/16” 1/2” - 1 1/8” 5/16” 1 1/2” 1 7/16” 140 4720 6744
LHBM16#2 5/8” 3/4” 3 5/8” LHBM16CSK#2 5/8” 5/16” 3 5/8” 1 1/8” - 2” 5/16” 1 1/2” 1 7/16” 140 4720 6744
Hollo-Bolt HCF

LHBM16#3 5/8” 3/4” 4 7/16” LHBM16CSK#3 5/8” 5/16” 4 7/16” 2” - 2 13/16” 5/16” 1 1/2” 1 7/16” 140 4720 6744
LHBM20#1 3/4” 7/8” 3 1/8” - - - - 1/2” - 1 5/16” 5/16” 2” 1 13/16” 221 7868 8992
LHBM20#2 3/4” 7/8” 4 5/16” - - - - 1 5/16” - 2 3/8” 5/16” 2” 1 13/16” 221 7868 8992
LHBM20#3 3/4” 7/8” 5 1/2” - - - - 2 3/8” - 3 3/8” 5/16” 2” 1 13/16” 221 7868 8992
FLOOR CONNECTIONS

Material: Carbon steel or stainless steel (see page 43 for corrosion protection options).

c) Flush Fit Collar Safe Working Loads

(FOS 5:1)
Product Countersunk Length Clamping Outer Ø Installation Tightening Tensile Single
Code Bolt Thickness Ply Nut Torque Shear
Ø B W min t D A/F
Z ft lb lbs lbs
LHBM08FF#1 5/16” 2” 3/8” - 1 1/16” 5/16” 15/16” 3/4” 17 899 1124
LHBM08FF#2 5/16” 2 3/4” 1 1/16” - 1 3/4” 5/16” 15/16” 3/4” 17 899 1124
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LHBM08FF#3 5/16” 3 9/16” 1 3/4” - 2 1/2” 5/16” 15/16” 3/4” 17 899 1124
LHBM10FF#1 3/8” 2” 1/2” - 1 1/16” 3/8” 1 3/16” 15/16” 33 1910 2248
LHBM10FF#2 3/8” 2 3/4” 1 1/16” - 1 3/4” 3/8” 1 3/16” 15/16” 33 1910 2248
LHBM10FF#3 3/8” 3 9/16” 1 3/4” - 2 1/2” 3/8” 1 3/16” 15/16” 33 1910 2248
LHBM12FF#1 1/2” 2 3/16” 1/2” - 1 3/16” 3/8” 1 5/16” 1 3/16” 59 2360 3372
LHBM12FF#2 1/2” 3 1/8” 1 3/16” - 2 1/32” 3/8” 1 5/16” 1 3/16” 59 2360 3372
FAQS & CASE STUDIES

LHBM12FF#3 1/2” 4” 2 1/32” - 2 7/8” 3/8” 1 5/16” 1 3/16” 59 2360 3372

Hollo-Bolts can be used on a variety of steel hollow sections and shapes. Safe working loads shown are based on use in A36
structural tube and are applicable to the Hollo-Bolt only in both tension or shear. Failure of the section could occur at a lower
figure and therefore its strength should be checked by a qualified Structural Engineer.
NEW Dynamic load testing has been performed for Hollo-Bolt Hexagonal in accordance with EN 1993-1-9. Please contact
our Technical Support team for more information and design data.

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Hollo-Bolt (data for applications requiring ICC approval)

Lindapter’s Hollo-Bolt (Hot Dip Galvanized) is approved for use in all Seismic Design Categories (A through F)
and is compliant with the International Building Code. Extracts of ICC Evaluation Service Report ESR-3330
can be found below, visit www.Lindapter.com to view the full report.

LRFD design strength & D min t (for LHBM16 & LHBM20 only) = 5/16”

H
ASD allowable strength

GIRDER CLAMPS
High
Clamping W ESR-3330 Research Report: RR 26037
LRFD design and ASD allowable strengths Force
(based on ESR-3330)

mechanism
(taken from ESR 3330) are to be used (sizes 5/8” B A/F
(Hexagonal head, HDG finish only)
only when designing a bolted connection and 3/4” )

to AISC 360, AISC 341 and AISI S-100 as

referenced in Section 2205 of the IBC.
Z

RAIL CONNECTIONS
Allowable Loading

Material: Carbon steel, hot dip galvanized. Static and Wind Loads Seismic Loads

Collar LRFD Design ASD Allowable LRFD Design ASD Allowable

Strength Strength Strength Strength

Product Bolt Max. Clamping Length Height Ø Tightening Tensile Shear Tensile Shear Tensile Shear Tensile Shear
Code Ø Range Torque

LIFTING POINTS
Z W B H D A/F
ft lb lbs lbs lbs lbs lbs lbs lbs lbs

LHBM08#1HDG 5/16” 1/4” - 7/8” 1 3/4” 3/8” 7/8” 3/4” 17 3775 3215 2340 2000 3305 2675 2045 1665
LHBM08#2HDG 5/16” 7/8” - 1 5/8” 2 9/16” 3/8” 7/8” 3/4” 17 3775 3215 2340 2000 3305 2675 2045 1665
LHBM08#3HDG 5/16” 1 5/8” - 2 3/8” 3 3/8” 3/8” 7/8” 3/4” 17 3775 3215 2340 2000 3305 2675 2045 1665
LHBM10#1HDG 3/8” 5/16” - 7/8” 2” 1/2” 1 1/8” 15/16” 33 6160 5485 3820 3415 5485 4565 3395 2830
LHBM10#2HDG 3/8” 7/8” - 1 5/8” 2 1/2” 1/2” 1 1/8” 15/16” 33 6160 5485 3820 3415 5485 4565 3395 2830
LHBM10#3HDG 3/8” 1 5/8” - 2 3/8” 3 5/16” 1/2” 1 1/8” 15/16” 33 6160 5485 3820 3415 5485 4565 3395 2830

HOLLO-BOLT
LHBM12#1HDG 1/2” 5/16” - 1” 2 1/8” 9/16” 1 1/4” 1 3/16” 59 8545 7485 5305 4675 7465 6250 4630 3890
LHBM12#2HDG 1/2” 1” - 1 13/16” 2 7/8” 9/16” 1 1/4” 1 3/16” 59 8545 7485 5305 4675 7465 6250 4630 3890
LHBM12#3HDG 1/2” 1 13/16” - 2 3/4” 3 3/4” 9/16” 1 1/4” 1 3/16” 59 8545 7485 5305 4675 7465 6250 4630 3890
LHBM16#1HDG 5/8” 1/2” - 1 1/8” 2 5/8” 3/4” 1 1/2” 1 7/16” 140 13915 11645 8635 7285 13330 9780 8270 6090
LHBM16#2HDG 5/8” 1 1/8” - 2” 3 5/8” 3/4” 1 1/2” 1 7/16” 140 13915 11645 8635 7285 13330 9780 8270 6090
Hollo-Bolt HCF

LHBM16#3HDG 5/8” 2” - 2 13/16” 4 1/2” 3/4” 1 1/2” 1 7/16” 140 13915 11645 8635 7285 13330 9780 8270 6090

FLOOR CONNECTIONS
LHBM20#1HDG 3/4” 1/2” - 1 5/16” 3 1/8” 7/8” 2” 1 13/16” 221 19985 18390 12410 11490 19355 15330 12005 9555
LHBM20#2HDG 3/4” 1 5/16” - 2 3/8” 4 5/16” 7/8” 2” 1 13/16” 221 19985 18390 12410 11490 19355 15330 12005 9555
LHBM20#3HDG 3/4” 2 3/8” - 3 3/8” 5 1/2” 7/8” 2” 1 13/16” 221 19985 18390 12410 11490 19355 15330 12005 9555

Hollo-Bolts can be used on a variety of steel hollow sections and shapes. Limit States of the section, could occur at a lower figure
and therefore its strength should be checked by a qualified Structural Engineer.
Refer to ESR-3330 and Lindapter’s Special Inspection Document for details of connection design, installation and conditions of use.

PIPE SUPPORTS
ICC-ES approved use
ICC-ES is North America’s leading evaluation service for innovative building
products, providing evidence that products meet the requirements of
building codes and technical standards. Evaluation report ESR-3330 states:
Hollo-Bolt fasteners are designed for connecting structural steel to hollow
FAQS & CASE STUDIES

structural section (HSS) steel members and other structural steel elements
where access is difficult or restricted to one side only.

Hollo-Bolt fasteners may be used to resist wind loads, and seismic loads in
Seismic Design categories A through F.

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Hollo-Bolt Hexagonal and Countersunk - Drilling and Installation

To comply with ICC-ES ESR-3330 Section 4.2 ensure that the holes are drilled into both the fixture and
the section according to the drilling guidelines below. Please note that the holes are slightly larger than
standard bolt drill diameters to accommodate the sleeve and cone.

Preparation for installing Hollo-Bolt Tool sizes for installing

Hexagonal and Countersunk Hollo-Bolt Hexagonal
GIRDER CLAMPS

Hollo-Bolt Hexagonal

Product Wrench Socket Tightening

min t Code Torque
mm mm ft lb
LHBM08 19 (3/4”) 13 (1/2") 17
RAIL CONNECTIONS

d1 d1 LHBM10 24 (15/16”) 17 (11/16”) 33

LHBM12 30 (1 3/16”) 19 (3/4”) 59
LHBM16 36 (1 7/16”) 24 (15/16”) 140
LHBM20 46 (1 13/16”) 30 (1 3/16”) 221
A B C * Note: Metric, nearest equivalent shown in brackets.

Tool sizes for installing

LIFTING POINTS

Product Code Outer

Ply
Drill
Diameter Ø
Hole
Distances*
Edge
Distances* Hollo-Bolt Countersunk
Hexagonal Countersunk min t d1 min A min B B+C
Hollo-Bolt Countersunk
LHBM08 LHBCSKM08 - 9/16” 1 3/8” 1/2” ≥ 11/16”
Product Wrench Allen Tightening
LHBM10 LHBCSKM10 - 3/4” 1 9/16” 9/16” ≥ 7/8” Code Wrench Torque
mm mm ft lb
LHBM12 LHBCSKM12 - 13/16” 2” 11/16” ≥ 1”
LHBCSKM08 19 (3/4”) 5 17
HOLLO-BOLT

LHBM16 LHBCSKM16 5/16” 1 1/16” 2 3/16” 13/16” ≥ 1 5/16”

LHBCSKM10 24 (15/16”) 6 33
LHBM20 - 5/16” 1 5/16” 2 3/4” 1” ≥ 1 5/16”
LHBCSKM12 30 (1 3/16”) 8 59
* Ensure holes do not cut through outer radius.
LHBCSKM16 36 (1 7/16”) 10 140
Sizes 5/8” and 3/4” require outer ply thickness (min t) to be at least 5/16”. * Note: Metric, nearest equivalent shown in brackets.
FLOOR CONNECTIONS

How to install... Watch the Hollo-Bolt installation video at www.Lindapter.com

1) Align pre-drilled fixture and section 2) Grip Hollo-Bolt collar with an open 3) Using a calibrated torque wrench, tighten the
then insert the Hollo-Bolt a). ended wrench. central bolt to the recommended torque b).
PIPE SUPPORTS
FAQS & CASE STUDIES

Notes:
a) Before tightening, ensure that the materials that are to be connected together are touching. See table above for tightening torque.
b) Power tools, such as an impact wrench, may be used to speed up the tightening of the Hollo-Bolt. However, when using power tools,
always complete the tightening process with a calibrated torque wrench to ensure the correct torque is applied to the Hollo-Bolt.

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Hollo-Bolt Flush Fit - Drilling and Installation

To comply with ICC-ES ESR-3330 Section 4.2 ensure that the holes are drilled into both the fixture and
the section according to the drilling guidelines below. Please note that the holes are slightly larger than
standard bolt drill diameters to accommodate the sleeve and cone.

Preparation for installing Tool sizes for installing

Hollo-Bolt Flush Fit Hollo-Bolt Flush Fit

GIRDER CLAMPS
90O Hollo-Bolt Flush Fit

d2 Product Wrench Allen Tightening

Code Wrench Torque
t1 min t mm mm ft lb
LHBFFM08 19 (3/4”) 5 17

RAIL CONNECTIONS
LHBFFM10 24 (15/16”) 6 33
d1 d1 LHBFFM12 30 (1 3/16”) 8 59
* Note: Metric, nearest equivalent shown in brackets.

A B C
Installation Nut

LIFTING POINTS
Product Outer Drill Countersunk Hole Edge
Code Ply Diameter Ø Distances* Distances*
min t d1 d2 t1 min A min B B+C
LHBM08FF 5/16” 9/16” 1 1/16” 1/4” 1 3/8” 1/2” ≥ 11/16”
LHBM10FF 3/8” 3/4” 1 1/4” 1/4” 1 9/16” 9/16” ≥ 7/8”
LHBM12FF 3/8” 13/16” 1 3/8” 5/16” 2” 11/16” ≥ 1”

HOLLO-BOLT
* Ensure holes do not cut through outer radius.

FLOOR CONNECTIONS
How to install... Watch the Hollo-Bolt installation video at www.Lindapter.com

1) Align pre-drilled fixture 2) Apply the installation nut and grip 3) Using a calibrated torque wrench, tighten the
and section then with an open ended wrench. central countersunk bolt to the recommended
insert Hollo-Bolt a). torque b).

PIPE SUPPORTS
FAQS & CASE STUDIES

Notes:
a) Before tightening, ensure that the materials that are to be connected together are touching. See table above for tightening torque.
b) Power tools, such as an impact wrench, may be used to speed up the tightening of the Hollo-Bolt. However, when using power tools,
always complete the tightening process with a calibrated torque wrench to ensure the correct torque is applied to the Hollo-Bolt.

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Fillers for Hollo-Bolt applications

Fillers or shims are steel strips or plates used in bolted connections to fill gaps in the connecting steel.
For guidance regarding the use of fillers/shims in Bolted-Bearing Type connections please refer to
AISC 360 – Specification for Structural Steel Buildings Section J5 fillers.

LOOSE FILLERS: SUITABLE FOR GAPS UP TO 1/4”

GIRDER CLAMPS
Loose Filler
(for gaps up to 1/4”)
Exploded Installed
view view

RAIL CONNECTIONS
LIFTING POINTS
HOLLO-BOLT
WELDED FILLERS: SUITABLE FOR GAPS GREATER THAN 1/4”

FLOOR CONNECTIONS
Filler welded to the face
Exploded of the supporting section Installed
view (for gaps greater than 1/4”) view

PIPE SUPPORTS
FAQS & CASE STUDIES

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