ADIT TH Atlantis-coated concrete screw

TH Concrete Screw – Atlantis C3-M Coating

The same screw and the same approvals as the TF — with a multi-layered organic coating that outperforms hot-dip galvanising in durability, for outdoor, coastal and humid environments.

Atlantis C3-MC3 and above816 h salt sprayETA1 · ETA6Seismic C1-C2

The Adit concrete-screw family

Same screw, same ETA approvals — choose the coating to match your environment.

Technical specification

PropertyTH — concrete screw with Atlantis C3-M coating
Base materialCarbon steel, grade 8.8
CoatingAtlantis C3-M — multi-layered organic coating, total thickness > 20 microns
Corrosion categoryC3 and above — outdoor, coastal, high humidity
TechnologyDirect threading
Diameters5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18 mm
Cracked concreteYes
Seismic loadsYes — C1-C2
ReusableYes
Fire ratingYes — R120 (Efectis)
StandardsETA1 (cracked & non-cracked) · ETA6 (hollow-core / Spancrete)

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Proven in the field — selected projects in Israel

The TH direct-fastening concrete screw is installed in hundreds of projects across Israel.

TH concrete screw with Atlantis C3-M coating: the complete guide

The TH is technically and geometrically identical to the TF — the same diameters, the same heads and the same European ETA approvals. The only difference is the coating. The TH is intended for outdoor environments, coastal areas, high humidity and exposed projects — corrosion categories C3 and above. If the anchor sits indoors in a dry environment the TF is sufficient; if the environment is especially aggressive (pools, food industry, chemicals) move up to the TX stainless.

Atlantis C3-M coating — what is it?

Atlantis C3-M is a multi-layered organic coating developed specifically for screw anchors in aggressive environments. It is neither ordinary hot-dip galvanising (HDG) nor simple cold galvanising, but a three-layer system built on the grade-8.8 steel body:

LayerMaterialThickness
1Electrolytic zinc plating≥ 5 microns
2Chemical conversion (passivation)~1 micron
3Epoxy — two successive coats~14 microns
TotalCured at 180–200°C for 30–35 min> 20 microns

Performance: 500+ guaranteed salt-spray hours, 700+ typical (per INDEX), and 816 hours to first red corrosion (Azterlan).

Atlantis vs. hot-dip galvanising (HDG) 45 microns

Although hot-dip galvanising is twice as thick, the Atlantis C3-M coating outperforms it in corrosion resistance:

TestAtlantis THHDG 45 microns
ASTM-B117 — 1,440 h in waterAlmost no corrosionSignificant corrosion
ASTM-G85 — 1,440 hExcellent conditionSignificant corrosion
ISO 9227 — salt spray> 600 hours~400–500 hours

The epoxy layer forms an impermeable barrier to water and oxygen (unlike sacrificial zinc); the low-temperature process avoids any change in hardness and avoids hydrogen embrittlement; and it contains no hexavalent chromium, complying with REACH and RoHS.

Approvals and standards — your ticket to safe construction

  • ETA1 — cracked and non-cracked concrete: the most rigorous approval for mechanical anchors in Europe. Full approval for both cracked and non-cracked concrete.
  • ETA6 — prestressed and hollow concrete: a unique approval for hollow-core (Spancrete) slabs, allowing direct anchoring without additional materials.
  • Seismic C1-C2: critical in Israel as an active seismic zone; C1-C2 are the strictest anchoring requirements.
  • CSIC — sprinklers: a certificate for official use anchoring fire-suppression systems, with full engineering liability.
  • Fire resistance R120: approved by Efectis — maintains structural integrity and load-bearing capacity for two continuous hours.
  • Load resistance: static, semi-static, dynamic and shock loads.

Applications — where are concrete screws used?

  • Anchoring formwork: the ability to pull out and re-insert the screw makes it ideal for anchoring formwork legs.
  • Overhead hanging: piping, electrical conduit and HVAC — installed in a single stroke, with no extra tools.
  • Fire-suppression systems: sprinkler anchoring backed by the CSIC certificate.
  • Hollow-core (Spancrete) slabs: direct anchoring to prestressed and hollow slabs backed by ETA6.
  • Structural steel and railings: structural connections in cracked concrete, including seismic loads.
  • Light anchoring: hanging signs, pictures and frames — fast and reliable, with no chemicals.

Range of heads — the TF series

Same screw, same approvals — in a range of heads for every application. All heads are available in the TH (Atlantis) coating and in TX stainless.

CodeHead type
TFTThin (truss) head
TFPDome / button head
TFACountersunk head
TFEHex (socket) head
TFMCombined threaded-rod head
TFSThreaded-rod (stud) head
TFFFemale head — internal thread
TFJWide thin head

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a concrete screw and a chemical anchor?
A concrete screw cuts its thread directly into the drilled hole and forms a mechanical lock with no chemicals — fast and reusable. A chemical anchor uses an adhesive resin, giving higher pull-out capacity in wide holes and weak concrete.
Can a concrete screw be removed and re-installed?
Yes — a key advantage of the TF. It can be removed and returned to its place without materially compromising the anchorage strength, which makes it ideal for formwork legs.
Is it approved for cracked concrete and earthquakes?
Yes. It holds a European ETA1 for cracked and non-cracked concrete and a seismic C1-C2 approval — important across Israel’s active seismic zones.
What is the difference between TF, TH and TX?
Identical screw and approvals; only the corrosion protection differs. TF is cold-galvanised (dry interior), TH carries the Atlantis C3-M coating (outdoor, coastal, humid), and TX is solid SS316 (A4) stainless for aggressive environments.
Which TFE sizes are approved for hollow-core (Spancrete)?
Officially TFE5 and TFE6, matched to the thin lower shell of a Spancrete slab without damaging the internal prestressing strands.
What is the difference between the TFE and the female HC / HE-HC anchors?
The TFE is a male anchor that threads into the concrete and is fully removable and reusable. The HC and HE-HC are female anchors that stay permanently in the base material — only the bolt screwed into them can be removed.
What is the fire resistance?
R120 (Efectis) — two continuous hours.
Which lengths and diameters are available?
Diameters 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18 mm; the full length range is in the official datasheet above.

Planning an outdoor or coastal project? Tell us the base material, load and environment — our engineers will select the right TH size and send you the ETA data.

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