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expansion bolt

/ɪkˈspænʃən bəʊlt/

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/ɪkˈspænʃən bəʊlt/C1formaltechnical
  • ruТип крепежного элемента, используемого в строительстве и машиностроении, который расширяется при затягивании, захватывая окружающий материал (например, бетон или кирпич) для обеспечения надежной фиксации.

A type of fastener used in construction and engineering that expands when tightened, gripping the surrounding material (such as concrete or brick) to provide a secure hold.

  1. Mechanical fastenerC1formal

    A type of bolt that expands when tightened, creating a secure anchor in a pre-drilled hole, typically used in masonry or concrete.

    ruРаспорный болт

    • The contractor used expansion bolts to secure the heavy shelving to the concrete wall.
    • Make sure the hole is the correct depth before inserting the expansion bolt.
    • Expansion bolts are ideal for mounting television brackets on brick walls.