Dayton D12A Pencil Rod 1/4in x 20ft

Dayton D12A Pencil Rod

The Dayton D12A Pencil Rod is a high-strength, mild smooth steel rod essential for a variety of concrete forming applications. Engineered for reliability and durability in demanding construction environments, this pencil rod ensures your formwork is secure and stable.

Primary Applications

The D12A Pencil Rod is a versatile solution for all types of concrete forming projects. Its strength and flexibility make it particularly effective for securing and aligning formwork in complex structures, such as:

• Battered Walls: Provides robust support for walls constructed with inclined faces.
• Curved Walls: Ideal for maintaining the integrity and shape of circular or uniquely curved structures.
• Foundations and Retaining Walls: Ensures formwork remains stable during concrete pours for foundational elements.
• General Formwork: A reliable choice for securing and aligning standard wall forms, brackets, and other forming accessories.

Key Features & Benefits

• System Compatibility: Designed to integrate seamlessly with the Dayton D12F Form Clamp and D12 Rod Clamp, creating a secure and efficient forming system.
• Customizable Lengths: Available in convenient 100 lb. bulk coils that can be cut to any length on-site, minimizing waste. Also available in pre-straightened and cut lengths (10', 12', 15', 20') to meet specific project requirements and save labor time.
• Dependable Strength: The pencil rod offers a reliable safe working load (SWL) with a 2:1 safety factor, ensuring job site safety:
  • 1/4" Diameter: 1,250 lbs SWL
  • 3/8" Diameter: 3,000 lbs SWL
• Durable Material: Manufactured from high-quality, mild smooth steel to guarantee consistent performance and long-lasting durability across multiple projects.

Technical Specifications

• Material: Mild Smooth Steel
• Standard Diameters:
  • 0.225" (commonly referred to as 1/4")
  • 0.375" (commonly referred to as 3/8")
• Finish: Plain

Complementary Products

For a complete and effective forming system, use the D12A Pencil Rod with these compatible accessories:

• D12F Form Clamp: Securely fastens the pencil rod to the formwork.
• D12 Rod Clamp: An alternative clamp for securing the rod in various applications.
• D14 Tightening Wrench: The designated tool for safely applying the correct tension to the clamps, ensuring a secure assembly.

Ordering Information

The Dayton D12A Pencil Rod is available in coils or pre-cut lengths.

• Product Code: 26900

• Description: 1/4" PENCIL ROD

• Diameter: 1/4"

• Length: Coil

• Approx. Unit Weight: 100.00 LB

• Product Code: 26902

• Description: 1/4" X 10' PENCIL ROD

• Diameter: 1/4"

• Length: 10'

• Approx. Unit Weight: 1.70 LB

• Product Code: 26905

• Description: 1/4" X 12' PENCIL ROD

• Diameter: 1/4"

• Length: 12'

• Approx. Unit Weight: 2.04 LB

• Product Code: 123669

• Description: 1/4" X 15' PENCIL ROD

• Diameter: 1/4"

• Length: 15'

• Approx. Unit Weight: 2.55 LB

• Product Code: 26907

• Description: 1/4" X 20' PENCIL ROD

• Diameter: 1/4"

• Length: 20'

• Approx. Unit Weight: 3.40 LB

• Product Code: 26904

• Description: 3/8" X 10' PENCIL ROD

• Diameter: 3/8"

• Length: 10'

• Approx. Unit Weight: 3.76 LB