Tapcon 3/16 in Blue Climaseal Concrete Screw Anchor Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Concrete
- Brick
- Light to medium loads
The easiest, most forgiving way to fasten light-to-medium items to masonry, but not a structural anchor.
Pros
- No separate plug or expansion sleeve, the screw threads directly into the drilled hole
- Removable and repositionable, unlike wedge or sleeve anchors
- Free correctly-sized carbide bit is included in the box, and Climaseal coating resists corrosion
Cons
- Hole depth and diameter must be exact or the screw strips and loses grip
- Much lower pull-out than a wedge anchor, not for structural or vibrating loads
- Needs a hammer drill for anything but the softest block, and dust must be cleared from the hole
Specifications
| Base material | Concrete, brick, block |
|---|---|
| Load rating | ~650 lb ultimate tension in 4,000 psi concrete (per anchor, derate heavily) |
| Anchor type | Screw-in masonry anchor (no expansion plug) |
| Drill bit | 5/32 in for 3/16 in screw (bit included) |
| Screw | Integral, flat or hex head |
| Best use | Furring strips, brackets, ledger boards, conduit on masonry |