Dayton D12A Pencil Rod 3/8in x 10ft

Dayton D12A Pencil Rod 3/8in x 10ft

Categories: Accessories, Wall Forming Accessories, Coil Nuts, Bolts, & Accessories Manufacturer: Dayton Superior

Product Description

The Dayton Superior D12A Pencil Rod is a fundamental component for concrete forming, engineered for reliability and strength in demanding construction environments. Manufactured from high-quality, mild smooth steel, this versatile rod is available in standard diameters of 1/4" (0.225") and 3/8" (0.375"). It serves as a crucial element for securing and aligning formwork, ensuring stability and precision in a variety of concrete construction projects.

Primary Applications

The D12A Pencil Rod is a versatile solution suitable for a wide array of concrete forming needs. Its flexibility and strength make it particularly effective for:

• Battered Walls: Provides stable tying for walls with inclined or sloped faces.
• Curved Walls: Ideal for securing the formwork of circular or uniquely shaped architectural structures.
• Foundations and Basements: A standard for residential and commercial foundation work.
• General Formwork: Used for securing and aligning standard wall forms, walers, and strongbacks.
• Precast Concrete: Can be used in the fabrication of precast elements to maintain form integrity.

Features & Benefits

• Versatile System Integration: Designed to work seamlessly with the Dayton Superior D12F Form Clamp and D12 Rod Clamp, creating a secure and efficient forming system.
• Customizable Lengths: Available in bulk 100 lb. coils for convenient on-site cutting to any required length, or can be ordered pre-straightened and cut to specific dimensions to save time and labor.
• Reliable Strength: Engineered to provide a dependable Safe Working Load (SWL) with a 2:1 safety factor, ensuring job site safety and formwork integrity.
  • 1/4" Diameter: 1,250 lbs SWL
  • 3/8" Diameter: 3,000 lbs SWL
• Durable Material: Manufactured from high-grade mild steel to ensure consistent performance, durability, and resistance to the stresses of concrete pressure.
• Cost-Effective: As a consumable, non-reusable tie, it offers an economical solution for single-use forming applications where retrieval is not practical.

Related Products

For a complete and efficient forming system, the D12A Pencil Rod should be used with the following compatible Dayton Superior components:

• D12F Form Clamp: A friction-type clamp used to securely grip the pencil rod and fasten it against the formwork.
• D12 Rod Clamp: An alternative clamp for securing the rod, offering different application benefits.
• D14 Tightening Wrench: The designated tool for applying the correct tension to the clamps, ensuring the system is properly secured.

Ordering Information

The Dayton D12A Pencil Rod is available in coils or pre-cut lengths. Please use the following product codes and descriptions when placing an order.

• Product Code: 26900
• Description: 1/4" PENCIL ROD
• Diameter: 1/4"
• Length: Coil
• Unit Weight (approx.): 100.00 LB

• Product Code: 26902
• Description: 1/4" X 10' PENCIL ROD
• Diameter: 1/4"
• Length: 10'
• Unit Weight (approx.): 1.70 LB

• Product Code: 26905
• Description: 1/4" X 12' PENCIL ROD
• Diameter: 1/4"
• Length: 12'
• Unit Weight (approx.): 2.04 LB

• Product Code: 123669
• Description: 1/4" X 15' PENCIL ROD
• Diameter: 1/4"
• Length: 15'
• Unit Weight (approx.): 2.55 LB

• Product Code: 26907
• Description: 1/4" X 20' PENCIL ROD
• Diameter: 1/4"
• Length: 20'
• Unit Weight (approx.): 3.40 LB

• Product Code: 26904
• Description: 3/8" X 10' PENCIL ROD
• Diameter: 3/8"
• Length: 10'
• Unit Weight (approx.): 3.76 LB