X-BT

Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener

Specification

July 2015 *)
*) Updated editorially March 2017
 1. Introduction page 4
1.1 Definitions and general terminology 4
1.2 The X-BT system 4
1.3 X-BT system features and benefits – simplified fastening to steel 5
1.4 Installation method and anchoring mechanism 6
1.5 X-BT and X-BT-ER applications 6

2. Applications page 7
2.1 Grating fastening system 7
2.2 X-BT and MQ installation channel system 9
2.3 Fastening instrumentation, junction boxes and lighting 10
2.4 Fastening cable/conduit connectors 11
2.5 Fastening cable tray supports 11
2.6 X-BT for fastening and connecting earthing devices 12
2.6.1 Functional bonding and terminal connection in a circuit 12
2.6.2 Protective bonding circuit 12-13
2.6.3 Lightning protection 13

3. Technical data page 14

3.1 Product data 14
3.1.1 Material specifications 14
3.1.2 Fastening tool 14
3.1.3 Approvals 15
3.2 Load data 16
3.2.1 Loads - steel base material 16
3.2.2 Loads - cast iron base material 16-17
3.3 Application requirements and limits 17
3.3.1 Thickness of fastened material - X-BT 17
3.3.2 Thickness of cable lug - X-BT-ER 17
3.3.3 Spacing and edge distance 17
3.3.4 Application limit/thickness of base material 17
3.3.5 Fastener selection 18
3.3.6 Cartridge selection and tool energy setting 18
3.3.7 Installation details - X-BT 18
3.3.8 Installation for electrical connections - X-BT-ER 19
3.3.9 Fastening quality assurance 19

4. Method statement page 20

4.1 Instructions for use - X-BT M6/W6 SN12-R 20
4.2 Instructions for use - X-BT M8/M10/W10 SN12-R 20
4.3 Instructions for use - X-BT-ER M6/W6/M8 21
4.4 Instructions for use - X-BT-ER M10/W10 21

2 Contents
 Contents

5. Performance (technical reports) page 22

5.1 Nomenclature and symbols / design concepts 22-23
5.2 Static capacity of the X-BT threaded stud 24
5.2.1 Tensile load deformation behavior of the
X-BT threaded stud fastenings 24
5.2.2 Pullout strength of X-BT threaded stud fastenings 25
5.2.3 Shear strength of X-BT threaded stud fastenings 26
5.2.4 Effect of edge distance/spacing on pull-out strength
of X-BT fastenings 27-28
5.2.5 Holding mechanisms X-BT threaded stud fastenings 29
5.3 Corrosion resistance 30
5.3.1 X-BT threaded stud fastening corrosion data 30-31
5.3.2 Contact corrosion – X-BT stainless steel
stud in carbon steel 32
5.3.3 Corrosion data from field tests at Helgoland
island (North Sea) 33
5.4 Effect of X-BT threaded stud fastenings on steel
base material 34
5.4.1 Fatigue classification in compliance with Eurocode 3 35
5.4.2 Approved fatigue categories by GL and DNV 36-37
5.5 Technical data for X-BT fastenings made to cast iron
with spheroidal graphite 38
5.5.1 Cast iron specification 38
5.5.2 Grounding and bonding restrictions 38
5.5.3 Performance review 39-40
5.6 Vibration effects on X-BT threaded stud fastenings 41
5.7 Temperature resistance of X-BT threaded stud
fastenings 42-43
5.8 X-BT-ER stainless steel threaded studs electrical
performances 44
5.8.1 Contact resistance 44
5.8.2 Effect of X-BT-ER fasteners on integrity of pipe flange 44
5.8.3 Permanent current 45
5.8.4 Short circuit current 46-47
5.8.5 Lightning current 48
5.9 X-BT in stainless steel base material 49
5.10 X-BT under shock loading 50
5.11 X-BT stud in steel with a thickness of less than 8 mm 51
5.11.1 Pull-out capacity in thin steel 51
5.11.2 Shear load capacity in thin steel 51-52
5.11.3 X-BT electrical conductivity in thin steel 52
5.12 Chemical resistance of SN 12 sealing washer 53
5.13 Material safety data sheet of SN 12 sealing washer 54-60

6. Approvals page 62
6.1 American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) 62-64
6.2 Lloyd’s Register 65-66
6.3 DNV-GL 67-70
6.4 Russian Maritime Register 71-72
6.5 Bureau Veritas (BV) 73-76
6.6 ICC Evaluation Services (ICC-ES) 77-84

7. Customer testimonials page 86

Contents 3
 1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Definitions and general terminology

Hilti direct fastening technology is a technique in which especially hardened nails or

studs are driven into steel, concrete or masonry by a piston-type tool. Materials
suitable for fastening by this method are steel, wood, insulation and some kinds of
plastic. Fastener driving power is generated by a power load (a cartridge containing
combustible propellant powder, also known as a “booster”), combustible gas or
compressed air. During the driving process, base material is displaced and not
removed. In Hilti terminology, DX stands for “powder-actuated” systems.

1.2 The X-BT system

X-BT stainless steel threaded stud

X-BT M10-24-6 SN12-R X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R X-BT M6-24-6 SN12-R
X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R X-BT W6-24-6 SN12-R

X-BT-ER stainless steel threaded stud for electrical connections

X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4

X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4

Tools and components

DX 351 BT DX 351 BTG

X-351-BT FG M1024 X-351-BT FG G X-351-BT P G

X-351-BT P 1024

X-351-BT FG W1024

Only for fastening X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R

Cartridges and drill bits

6.8/11 M brown TX-BT 4/7-80 TX-BT 4/7-110

TX-BT 4/7-150

4 Introduction
 Introduction

1.3 X-BT system features and benefits –

simplified fastening to steel

No rework
Stud welding or through-bolting, for example, may require reworking of the protec-
tive surface coating. With X-BT, the stud is set into a small pre-drilled hole and the
drill entry point is then completely sealed by the stud washer during setting.

Simple and fast Rework

A minimal amount of training is all that’s required for a user to be able to drive
up to 100 studs per hour.

High corrosion resistance

X-BT studs are made of high grade A4 (316 SS equivalent) stainless steel, making
them the right choice for almost every corrosive environments.

High loading and pull-out values

X-BT delivers performance comparable to methods such as stud welding.

Corrosion

Fasten to all steel shapes

Unlike clamps, which are limited by the configuration of the base steel, the X-BT is
ideal for use on hollow sections, channel sections, wide flanges and angles.

Fasten to all steel grades

In addition to fastening to standard construction steel, the X-BT can also be used
to fasten to high strength and thick steel.

Portable
The fastening tool’s self-contained energy source eliminates the need for electrical Loosening
cords and heavy welding equipment.

No through-penetration
The special process of drilling and driving results in secure fastening of the stud
without through-penetration of the base material.

Through-penetration

Introduction 5
 Introduction

1.4 Installation method and anchoring mechanism

The blunt-tipped fastener X-BT with a shank diameter of 4.5 mm is driven in a

pre-drilled 4.0 mm diameter hole. This leads to displacement of the base material.
Part of the base steel is punched down into the pre-drilled hole, generating high
temperatures and causing friction welding. Due to elasticity of the base steel,
additional clamping effects are also superposed. Displaced base material can be
clearly seen in the photograph. Base material adhering to the fastener shank
indicates a welding effect.
(For more details regarding installation, please refer to Part 4 – Method statement)

1.5 X-BT and X-BT-ER applications

Metal / fiberglass grating to steel for upstream and Fastening Hilti MQ installation channel system, metal
high corrosion environment brackets, clips, metal tracks, etc. to steel

X-BT M8 + X-BT M10

X-FCM-R X-BT W10
X-BT M8
X-BT M6
X-BT W6

Mechanical and electrical for petro chemical industry, Functional and protective bonding and lightning
shipbuilding, etc. protection

X-BT M10 X-BT-ER M10

X-BT W10 X-BT-ER W10
X-BT M6 X-BT-ER M8
X-BT W6 X-BT-ER M6
X-BT-ER W6

6 Introductions
 Applications

2. APPLICATIONS
2.1 Grating fastening system
(X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R and X-FCM-R)

An all stainless steel fastening system designed for attaching metal and fiber-
glass grating to coated steel and/or high-strength steel

X-FCM-R grating disc

[0.063"]
o 52 [2.047"]

8.6 [0.339"]

1.6

L + 4 [0.157"]
o 18.5

L
[0.782"]

HG

L
[0.768"]
[0.630"]
19.5
16
o 10.3
[0.406"]

   8mm
[5/16"]
5 [0.197"]

HILTI

Important: The X-FCM-R system is not designed or intended to resist shear

loads.

X-SEA-R 30 M8 extension adaptor

For use with X-FCM-R grating fasteners for fastening of grating with a height in  
excess of 50 mm/1.97 in.
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Fastener selection
Grating height, Grating height with
Designation L (mm/in.)
HG, range (mm/in.) X-SEA-R 30 M8
X-FCM-R 25/30 23/0.91 25–30/0.98–1.18 55–60/2.16–2.36
X-FCM-R 1"–1¼" 27/1.06 29–34/1.14–1.34 59–64/2.32–2.52
X-FCM-R 35/40 33/1.30 35–40/1.38–1.57 65–70/2.56–2.75
X-FCM-R 45/50 43/1.69 45–50/1.77–1.97 75–80/2.91–3.15

Applications 7
 Installation instructions

1 2 3.0







Lay grating section Expand grating openings Pre-drill with TX-BT 4/7
in final position. if necessary. step shank drill bit.

3.1 4 5

  
/74

Pre-drill until shoulder Tighten X-FCM-R with

grinds a shiny ring. Drive fastener only with 5 mm Allen-type bit.
The drill hole and the area DX 351 BT G tool and
around drilled hole 6.8/11M brown cartridge.
must be clean and free
from liquids and debris.

Installation details

Hand start to ensure no cross threading, then tighten using screwdriver with torque
clutch.

Tightening torque: 5–8 Nm [3.7–5.9 ft-lb]

Tightening tool:
• Screwdriver with torque release coupling (TRC)
• 5 mm Allen-type bit

Hilti screwdriver Torque setting

SF 121-A 6 - 10
SF 150-A 5-8
SF 14 5-8
SF 14-A 6 - 10
SF 18-A 5-8
SFC 18-A 5-8
SF 22-A 5-8

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 Applications

2.2 X-BT and MQ installation channel system

MQ installation channel on coated steel

(electrical installation and small-bore piping)

Note: In case of applied shear load, the X-BT should be placed according to illus-
tration (end of slotted hole)

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Two X-BT studs in one slotted hole One X-BT stud in each slotted hole

Fastening MQ brackets and bases for raised floor

Applications 9
 2.3 Fastening instrumentation, junction boxes and lighting

X-BT stainless steel threaded stud for attaching instrumentation, junction

boxes and lighting to coated steel and high-strength steel

Installation instructions

1 2.0 2.1

Mark location of Pre-drill with TX-BT 4/7 Pre-drill until shoulder

each fastening. step shank drill bit. grinds a shiny ring.
The drill hole and the area
around drilled hole
must be clean and free
from liquids and debris.

3 4 5

Drive X-BT studs Position unit on studs and Tighten using a

with DX 351 BT tool and hold in place. screwdriver with torque
X-BT cartridge. Fit washers and start clutch.
tightening by hand to (Trec ≤ 8 Nm / 5.9 ft-Ib)
avoid cross threading.

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 Applications

2.4 Fastening cable/conduit connectors

X-BT threaded stud for cable/conduit connectors.

Stainless steel threaded stud for fastening cable and conduit connectors
(T-bars) to coated steel and/or high-strength steel

Installation instructions

1 2.0 2.1

Mark location of Pre-drill with TX-BT 4/7 Pre-drill until shoulder

each fastening. step shank drill bit. grinds a shiny ring.
The drill hole and the area
around drilled hole
must be clean and free
from liquids and debris

3 4 5

Drive fastener only with Screw on the connector Align connectors.

DX 351 BT tool and and hand tighten.
6.8/M brown cartridge. (Trec ≤ 8 Nm / 5.9 ft-Ib)

2.5 Fastening cable tray supports

X-BT stainless steel stud for fastening cable trays to coated and / or high-
strength steel

Installation instructions
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Applications 11
 2.6 X-BT-ER stainless steel threaded studs for electrical
connections

Fasteners
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4

[0.177"]
[0.177"]
1 2 3 5 6 5 1 7 2 3 5 6 5

Ø 4.5
M10/

Ø 4.5
W10

M8
Functional and protective bonding in

[0.472"]
[0.472"]

Ø 12
Ø 12
pipe (Outer diameter of installed
4 24 [0.945"] 4
surface ≥ 150mm) 24 [0.945"] 5
[0.197"]
5
[0.197"]
4
[0.158"]
4
[0.158"]
31.3 [1.232"] 31.3 [1.232"]
2.4 2
[0.094"] [0.079"]

X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4
1 7 3 [0.177"] 5 6 5
Ø 4.5
M6/

Please refer to Part 5.8.2 for additional

W6

[0.472"]

technical information with regards to

Ø 12

the effect of X-BT-ER fasteners on

20 [0.787"] 4 5
[0.197"]
5
[0.197"]
integrity of pipe flange.
31.3 [1.232"]
1.6
[0.062"]
Protective bonding circuit – Double
point connection
2.6.1 Functional bonding and terminal connection in a circuit

For low permanent current due to static charge built up in pipes or for low perma-
nent current when closing an electrical circuit
Recommended electrical connectors: Max. allowable permanent
Single point connection • X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 current = 40A
• X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4
• X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
• X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
• X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4
Note:
• Recommended connected cable size (tested to 40A) according to IEC/EN 60204-1:
≤ 10mm2 copper (≤ 8AWG). Fastening of thicker cable is acceptable provided the
maximum permanent current of 40A is not exceeded and the provisions on cable
lug thickness are observed.

2.6.2 Protective bonding circuit

Single point connection
For discharging short circuit current while protecting electrical equipment or earth /
ground or bond cable trays and ladders.
Recommended electrical connectors: Max. short circuit current for period of
• X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 1s = 1250A
• X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4
• X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
• X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
• X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4
Note:
• Recommended connected cable size (tested to 1250A for 1s) following IEC/EN
60947-7-2: ≤ 10mm2 copper (≤ 8AWG). Fastening of thicker cable is acceptable
provided the maximum current of 1250A for a period of 1 second is not exceeded
and the provisions on cable lug thickness are observed.
• Recommended connected cable size (tested to 750A for 4s) according to UL 467:
≤ 10AWG

12 Applications
 Applications

Recommended electrical connectors: Max. short circuit current for period Double-point connection
• X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 of 1s = 1800A
• X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
• X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4

Note:
• Recommended connected cable size (tested to 1800A for 1s) following IEC/EN
60947-7-2: ≤ 16mm2 copper (≤ 6AWG). Fastening of thicker cable is acceptable
provided the maximum current of 1800A for a period of 1 second is not exceeded
and the provisions on cable lug thickness are observed.

2.6.3 Lightning protection

For high temporary current due to lightning.

Recommended electrical connectors: Maximum current (According to Single point connection

• X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 EN50164-1 and EN 50164-1/prA:2005):
• X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 ≤ 50kA for 2ms
• X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
• X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
• X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4

When one nut is utilized and cable lug is in contact with base material.

• Cable lug must be in direct contact with non-coated base material.

• Extra M10/W10 SS washer to be used and installed between lock washer and
cable lug.
• Base material must not contact the X-BT-ER SN washer, lock washer and nut.
• Cable lug thickness = 2mm to 12mm. Cable lug hole diameter ≥ 13mm.
• Max. tightening torque = 8Nm.

Recommended electrical connectors: Maximum tested current ≤ 100kA for 2ms

• X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4
• X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4
• X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
• X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
• X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4

Applications 13
 3. TECHNICAL DATA
3.1 Product data

3.1.1 X-BT material specifications

① Shank: CR500 (CrNiMo alloy) equivalent to A4 / AISI

S31803 (1.4462) grade 316 material
N 08926 (HCR, 1.4529)1) available on request
② Threaded sleeve: S31609 (X5CrNiMo 17-12-2+2H, 1.4401)
③ SN12-R washers: S31635 (X2CrNiMo 17-12-2, 1.4404)
④ Sealing washers: Elastomer, black, resistant to UV, salt water, water, ozone,
oils, etc.
⑤ Guide washer: plastic
Designation according to Unified Numbering System (UNS)
1) For high corrosion resistance HCR material inquire at Hilti.

X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R X-BT W6-24-6 SN12-R X-BT W10-24-6-R X-BT M8-15-6-R
X-BT M10-24-6 SN12-R X-BT M6-24-6 SN12-R X-BT M10-24-6-R







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3.1.2 X-BT-ER material specifications

① Shank: CR500 (CrNiMo alloy) equivalent to A4 / AISI

S31803 (1.4462) grade 316 material
② Threaded sleeve: X5CrNiMo 17-12-2+2H, 1.4401
③ SN12-R washers: S31635 (X2CrNiMo 17-12-2, 1.4404)
④ Sealing washers: Elastomer, black, resistant to UV, salt water, water, ozone,
oils, etc.
⑤ Nuts: A4 / AISI grade 316 material
⑥ Lock washers: A4 / AISI grade 316 material
⑦ Guide sleeve: plastic

X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4

X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4
[0.177"]

[0.177"]

1 7 3 5 6 5
[0.177"]

1 2 3 5 6 5 1 7 2 3 5 6 5
Ø 4.5

Ø 4.5
M10/

Ø 4.5
W10

M6/
W6
M8

[0.472"]

[0.472"]
[0.472"]

Ø 12

Ø 12
Ø 12

24 [0.945"] 4 5 5 24 [0.945"] 4 4 4 20 [0.787"] 4 5 5

31.3 [1.232"] [0.197"] [0.197"] 31.3 [1.232"] [0.158"] [0.158"] 31.3 [1.232"] [0.197"] [0.197"]
2.4 2 1.6
[0.094"] [0.079"] [0.062"]

3.1.3 Fastening tool

DX 351-BT / BTG, see fastener selection in section 3.3.5.

14 Technical Data
 Technical Data

3.1.4 Approvals

ABS, DNV, GL, LR, ICC ESR-2347, UL

The X-BT fastening systems holds several Type Approvals internationally valid for
the ship-building and off-shore industry. These approvals are issued by international
classification bodies relevant for these industries.

These bodies are:

• ABS – American Bureau of Shipping
• DNV-GL
• LR – Lloyds Register
• BV- Bureau Veritas
• Russian Maritime Register

The ICC-ES approval ESR-2347 covers application of the X-BT in building

construction. ESR-2347 allows for the use of X-BT in compliance with the 2012
International Building Code (2012 IBC).

The UL-listing (File E257069) addresses the use of X-BT-ER as grounding and
bonding equipment.

Chapter 6 summarizes print-outs of the Type Approvals as well as the ESR-2347.

These printouts allow for a general survey of the scope of the approvals, being valid
end of 2016.

Approvals are subject to continuous changes related to code developments (like

ESR-2347), product portfolio updates and new research results. Current approvals
can be downloaded from Hilti website or from the websites of most Certification
Bodies.

Technical Data 15
 3.2 Load data
N
3.2.1 Loads - steel base material
V Recommended loads – steel base material
M Steel grade: S235, S355, grade 50
Europe, USA A36 and stronger steel
Tension, Nrec [kN/lb] 1.8 / 405 2.3 / 517
Shear, Vrec [kN/lb] 2.6 / 584 3.4 / 764
Example:
Moment, Mrec [Nm/ftlb] 8.2 / 6 8.2 / 6
Torque, Trec [Nm/ftlb] 8 / 5.9 8 / 5.9
Z3
Z2 Conditions for recommended loads
• Global factor of safety for static pull-out > 3 (based on 5% fractile value)
FN ≥ 5 (based on mean value)
Z1 FV • Minimum edge distance = 6 mm [1/4"].
• Effect of base metal vibration and stress considered.
• Redundancy (multiple fastening) must be provided.
• The recommended loads in the table refer to the resistance of the individual fasten-
ing and may not be the same as the loads FN and FV acting on the fastened part.
Note: If relevant, prying forces need to be considered in design, see example.
Moment acting on fastener shank only in case of a gap between base and fastened
material.

Design resistance - steel

Steel grade: Europe S235 S355
Tension, NRd [kN] 2.9 3.7
Shear, VRd [kN] 4.2 5.4
Moment, MRd [Nm] 18.4 18.4

Cyclic loading
• Anchorage of X-BT threaded stud in steel base material has been shown in
laboratory testing to be resistant to cyclic loading.
• Fatigue strength is governed by fracture of the shank. The characteristic number
of loads cycles NK at 1.8 kN amounts to approximately 0.5 million, based on
laboratory testing. Ask Hilti for more detailed test data if high cyclic loading has
to be considered in the design.

3.2.2 Loads – cast iron base material*

Recommended loads – cast iron base material*
Tension, Nrec [kN/lb] 0.5 / 115
Shear, Vrec [kN/lb] 0.75 / 170
Moment, Mrec [Nm/ftlb] 8.2 / 6

Design resistance – cast iron*

Tension, NRd [kN] 0.8
Shear, VRd [kN] 1.2
Moment, MRd [Nm] 13.1
*Requirements of spheroidal graphite cast iron base material

Subject Requirements
Cast iron Spheroidal graphite cast iron according to EN 1563
Strength class EN-GJS-400 to EN-GJS-600 according to EN 1563
Chemical analysis
and amount of carbon 3.3 - 4.0 mass percentage
Microstructure From IV to VI (spherical) according to EN ISO 945-1:2010
Minimum size 7 according to figure 4 of EN ISO 945-1:2010
Material thickness tII ≥ 20 mm

16 Technical Data
 Technical Data

Recommended interaction formula for combined loading - steel and cast iron
base material
Combined loading situation Interaction formula

V N V N
V–N (shear and tension) Vrec + Nrec ≤ 1.2 with Vrec ≤ 1.0 and Nrec ≤ 1.0
V M V M
V–M (shear and bending) Vrec + Mrec ≤ 1.2 with Vrec ≤ 1.0 and Mrec ≤ 1.0

N M
N–M (tension and bending) Nrec + Mrec ≤ 1.0
V N M
V–N–M (shear, tension and bending) Vrec + Nrec + Mrec ≤ 1.0

3.3 Application requirements and limits

3.3.1 Thickness of fastened material - X-BT

X-BT M8: 2.0 ≤ tI ≤  7 mm

X-BT M10 / X-BT W10: 2.0 ≤ tI ≤ 15 mm
tNUT

X-BT M6 / X-BT W6: 1.0 ≤ tI ≤ 14 mm

Lg
tWASHER

tI

3.3.2 Thickness of cable lug - X-BT-ER

X-BT-ER M10/W10 X-BT-ER M8 / X-BT-ER M6/W6
t ≤ 3mm (0.12”)
cl
t ≤ 7mm (0.28”)
cl

3.3.3 Spacing, edge distances and base material thickness

Spacing: ≥ 15 mm Edge distance: ≥ 6 mm

NN ਨ

NN ਨ

NN ਨ

NN ਨ

NN ਨ

NN ਨ

NN ਨ

NN
> <> [5/8"]
[1/4"] <> [5/8"]
<> [1/4"]
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ਨ

NN
<>
ਨ

NN
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Outer diameter of installed

surface (e.g. pipe flange) ≥150mm

3.3.4 Application limit/thickness of base material

ਨ 8 mm [5/16"]

tII ≥ 8 mm [5/16”] → No through-penetration. No limits with regard to steel strength.

Technical Data 17
 3.3.5 Fastener selection

Fastener Item number Fastening tool Fastening components Cartridge Step shank drill bit

For grating application

Fastener guide:
X-351-BT FG G (item no: 378675)
X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R 377074
Piston:
Tool: X-351-BT P G (item no: 378677)
DX 351 BTG Fastener guide:
X-351-BT FG G (item no: 378675)
X-BT M8-15-6-R (without washer) * 2034770
Piston:
X-351-BT P G (item no: 361211)
For multi-purpose fastening application

X-BT M10-24-6 SN12-R 377078

Fastener guide:
X-BT M10-24-6-R (without washer) * 2034771 X-351-BT FG M1024 (item no: 378674) TX-BT 4/7-80
(item no: 377079)
X-BT M8-24-6 SN12-R ** - Piston:
X-351-BT P 1024 (item no: 378676) 6.8/11 M brown TX-BT 4/7-110
X-BT M6-24-6 SN12-R 432266 Tool: High Precision (item no: 377080)
DX 351 BT (item no: 412689 )
X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R 377076 Fastener guide: TX-BT 4/7-150
X-351-BT FG W1024 (item no: 378673) (item no: 377081)
X-BT W10-24-6-R (without washer) * 2034772
Piston:
X-BT W6-24-6 SN12-R 432267 X-351-BT P 1024 (item no: 378676)

For electrical connection application

X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 2103094 Fastener guide:

X-351-BT FG M1024 (item no: 378674)
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 2103095
Piston:
Tool: X-351-BT P 1024 (item no: 378676)
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 2107275
DX 351 BT
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 2103093 Fastener guide:
X-351-BT FG W1024 (item no: 378673)
Piston:
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4 2103096
X-351-BT P 1024 (item no: 378676)

Note:
For High Corrosion Resistance HCR material inquire at Hilti (X-BT only).
The three step shank drills only differ in their length. Their optimized use depends
on the accessibility condition on the jobsite.
X-BT-MR-N is available on request for applications in crane and machinery
manufacturing.
* NQA-1-2000 compliant
** Please contact Hilti for availability.

3.3.6 Cartridge selection and tool power setting

6.8/11 M high-precision brown cartridge

Fine adjustment by installation tests on site

The recommended tool energy setting = 1 (if required, increase of energy setting
based on job site tests).

18 Technical Data
 Technical Data

3.3.7 Installation details - X-BT  

 X-BT with washer
  Fastened material hole diameter ≥ 13 mm (> 1/2")
 X-BT without washer
  Fastened material hole diameter ≥ 11 mm (> 3/8") for X-BT M/W10
  ≥ 9 mm (> 5/16") for X-BT M8
X-BT M6 / X-BT W6
 Fastened material with pre-drilled hole diameter < 7 mm (9/32")
 Fastened material with pre-drilled hole diameter ≥ 7 mm (9/32") + washer 


Note: pre drill hole diameter ≤ 10 mm (3/8").

Before fastener installation

The drilled hole must be clear of liquids and debris. The area around the drilled hole
must be free from liquids and debris.

Tightening torque, Trec ≤ 8Nm [5.9 ft-lb]!

Hilti screwdriver Torque setting

SF 121-A 11 5SFD
SF 150-A 9
Pre-drill until the bit shoulder grinds a
SF 180-A 8
shiny ring (to ensure proper drilling
SF 144-A 9
depth).
SF 22-A 9

3.3.8 Installation for electrical connections - X-BT-ER

Single point connection for all X-BT-ER

Double point connection only for X-BT-ER M6/W6 and X-BT-ER M8

3.3.9 Fastening quality assurance

Fastening inspection
hNVS

X-BT M8
hNVS = 15.7–16.8 mm

X-BT M10 / X-BT W10 and X-BT M6 / X-BT W6

X-BT-ER M/W10, X-BT-ER M8 and X-BT-ER M/W6
hNVS = 25.7–26.8 mm

Technical Data 19
 441636 A2
22.01.2015

4. METHOD STATEMENT X-BT M6/W6

SN12-R
4.1 Instructions for use - X-BT M6/W6 SN12-R
4 8a

441636 A2-01.2015
+

X-BT: 26.8 mm

X-BT: 26.8 mm
5 8b

X-BT: 25.7mm

X-BT: 25.7mm
X-BT M6-24-6 -
SN12-R X BT 4000-A /
DX 351 BT SF BT 22-A / TX-BT 4/7-80
X-BT W6-24-6 SF BT 18-A DX 351 BT
SN12 -R

1 9
2-10 mm
100x 5/64 - 3/8"

SF BT 22-A
SF BT 18-A

6 Ø ≥13 mm
1/ 2"

2 10
X-BT M6/W6

SFC 14-A 6
SFC 18-A 3 ≤ 8 Nm
SFC 22-A 3

426375 A3
19.11.2015
3 7

≤ 200 N
X-BT M8/M10/
W10 SN12-R
4.2 Instructions for use - X-BT M8/M10/W10 SN12-R
Printed: 07.12.2016 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5260598 / 000 / 00
4 8a

426375 A3-11.2015
+
X-BT: 26.8 mm

X-BT: 26.8 mm

5 8b

X-BT M8-15-6
DX 351 BTG TX-BT 4/7-110
X-BT: 25.7mm

X-BT: 25.7mm

SN12-R -
X BT 4000-A /
X-BT M10-24-6 DX 351 BT SF BT 22-A / TX-BT 4/7-80
SN12-R
SF BT 18-A
X-BT W10-24-6 DX 351-BTG
DX 351 BT TX-BT 4/7-80
SN12-R DX 351-BT

1 9
2-10 mm
100x 5 ⁄ 64 - 3 ⁄ 8"

SF BT 22-A
SF BT 18-A

6 Ø ≥13 mm
½"

2 X-BT 10

SFC 14-A 6
SFC 18-A 3
SFC 22-A 3 ≤ 8 Nm

3 7

≤ 200 N

Instructions for use are subject to continuous changes related to code developments, product portfolio updates, and new research results.
Printed: 07.12.2016 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5139154 / 000 / 01
Current instruction for use can be downloaded from Hilti website.

20 Method statement
 X-BT-ERMethod statement
M6/W6/M8
4.3 Instructions for use - X-BT-ER M6/W6/M8

5 8b

2105086 A5-11.2015
DX 351 BT

X BT 4000-A /

X-BT: 25.7 mm

X-BT: 25.7 mm
-
≥ 8 mm SF BT 22-A / SF BT 18-A
5/16" TX-BT 4/7-80
DX 351 BT
1
9a 9b

100x
SF BT 22-A
SF BT 18-A

6
2
X-BT-ER

10

Tinst

min. 8 Nm
≤ 7 mm max. 20 Nm
7
3

≤ 200 N
11

X-BT-ER M6/W6 X-BT-ER M8

8a
2114473 A5 4 +
19.11.2015
X-BT: 26.8 mm

X-BT: 26.8 mm

X-BT-ER
M10/W10
4.4 Instructions for use - X-BT-ER M10/W10
Printed: 07.12.2016 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5216976 / 000 / 03

5 8b

2114473 A5-11.2015
DX 351 BT

X BT 4000-A /
X-BT: 25.7 mm

X-BT: 25.7 mm
-
≥ 8 mm SF BT 22-A / SF BT 18-A
5/16" TX-BT 4/7-80
DX 351 BT
1
9a 9b

100x
SF BT 22-A
SF BT 18-A

6
2
X-BT-ER

10

Tinst

min. 8 Nm
max. 20 Nm
≤ 3 mm 7
3

≤ 200 N
11

X-BT-ER M10/W10 8a
4 +
X-BT: 26.8 mm

X-BT: 26.8 mm

Instructions for use are subject to continuous changes related to code developments, product portfolio updates, and new research results.
Current instruction for use can be downloaded from Hilti website.
Printed: 07.12.2016 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5216978 / 000 / 04

Method statement 21
 5. PERFORMANCE (TECHNICAL REPORTS)
5.1 Nomenclature and symbols, design concepts

The symbols and nomenclature used in the technical data are listed below.

Fastener test data and performance

N and V Tensile and shear forces in a general sense
F Combined force (resulting from N and V) in a general sense
Ns and Vs Tensile and shear forces acting on a fastening in a design calculation
Fs Combined force (resulting from Ns and Vs) in a design calculation
Nu and Vu Ultimate tensile and shear forces that cause failure of the fastening, statistically,
the reading for one specimen
Nu,m and Vu,m Average ultimate tensile and shear forces that cause failure of the fastening,
statistically, the average for a sample of several specimens
S The standard deviation of the sample
NRk and VRk Characteristic tensile and shear resistance of the fastening, statistically, the 5 %
fractile. For example, the characteristic strength of a fastening whose ultimate
strength can be described by a standard Gauss type distribution is calculated by:
NRk = Nu,m - k x S where k is a function of the sample size, n and the desired
confidence interval.
Nrec and Vrec Recommended maximum tensile and shear loads for the fastener shank:
Nrec = NRk and Vrec = VRk where is the overall factor of safety

Mrec Recommended working moment for the fastener shank

Mrec = MRk where MRk is the characteristic moment resistance of the fastener
shank and is an overall factory of safety. Unless otherwise stated
on the product data sheets, the Mrec values in this manual include
a safety factor of “2” for static loading.
NRd and VRd Tensile and shear design force on the fastener shank

Fastening details
hET Penetration of the fastener point below the surface of the base material
hNVS Nail head standoff above the surface fastened into (with nails, this is the surface of
the fastened material, with threaded studs, the surface of the base material).
tll Thickness of the base material
tl Thickness of the fastened material
∑ tl Total thickness of the fastened material (where more than one layer is fastened)
tcl Thickness of cable lug (for X-BT-ER)

Characteristics of steel and other metals

fy and fu Yield strength and ultimate strength of metals (in N/mm2 or MPa)

22 Performance
 Performance

Design concepts

The recommended working loads (Nrec and Vrec) are generally suitable for use in
typical working load designs.

Working load concept Partial safety concept

Ns ≤ Nrec = NRk NSd ≤ NRd

NSd = NSk ×
where is an overall factor of safety
NRd = NRk /
including allowance for:
• errors in estimation of load
where is a partial factor of safety
• deviations in material and work-
to allow for errors in estimation on
manship
the acting load.
is a partial factor of safety to
and Ns is, in general, a characteristic
allow for deviations in material and
acting load.
workmanship.

Ns ≅ N s k

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

Performance 23
 5.2 Static capacity of the X-BT threaded stud

➊ 5.2.1 Tensile load deformation behavior of X-BT threaded

stud fastenings
➋

➌ Load-displacement behavior of blunt-tip stainless steel threaded studs,

➍ Report No. XE_02_03; Reinhard Buhri; January 2002
➎ Evaluation report on 5S (X-BT)-fastenings,
➊ Displacement sensor Report No. XE_02_36; Hermann Beck, July 2002
➋ Base steel
➌ X-BT-M10-24-6 Base material Steel, 20mm thick, fu = 385 MPa (S235)
➍ Special nut, M10 and fu = 630 MPa (S355)
➎ Loading plate Number of fastenings in test 11 (6 in S235, 5 in S355)

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• Very stiff up to maximum load
• Significant resistance to pull-out even after relatively large displacement
• Ultimate pull-out loads increase with increasing base steel strength
• The continued resistance during pull-out and the dependency of ultimate pull-out
load on base steel strength indicates that the fastener fuses with the base steel

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

24 Performance
 Performance

5.2.2 Pull-out strength of X-BT threaded stud fastenings

Load behavior on special steel constructions,

Report No. XE_01_57; Reinhard Buhri; 30 November 2001
Pull-out strength of blunt tip stainless steel threaded studs,
Report No. XE_02_23; Reinhard Buhri; 9 April 2002

Base material Steel, 6, 8, 10, 12 and 15 mm thick, S235 and S355

Number of fastenings in test 200 total, (20 per situation of thickness
and steel grade)

Ultimate pull-out load

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• For steel thickness ≥ 8 mm, 5% fractile pull-out ≥ 6kN without regard to steel grade
• Lower pull-out values with S235/A36
• Higher pull-out values with thermomechanical hot-rolled fine-grain steel according
to ABS and EN 10025-4 and quenched and tempered high-grade steel according
to EN 10025-6
This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

Performance 25
 5.2.3 Shear strength of X-BT threaded stud fastenings

Evaluation report on 5S fastenings,

Report No. XE_02_36; Hermann Beck; 4 July 2002
Load behavior on static shear loading,
Report No. XE_01_45; Reinhard Buhri; 10 October 2001

Base material Steel, 8 to10 mm thick, S235 and S355

Fastened material Steel, 15 mm thick
Number of fastenings in test 12 (S235) and 8 (S355)

Load-displacement behavior

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➊ S355 (fu = 630MPa) 16.77 (3770.0) 2.45 (0.096) 12% base steel failure + pull-out
88% fastener fracture
➋ S235 (fu = 390MPa) 12.02 (2702.2) 2.42 (0.095) 67% base steel failure + pull-out
33% fastener fracture

Conclusions
• Shear strength of the fastening increases with base material strength
• Failure mode with high-strength steel (S355, Grade 50) predominately fastener
fracture
• Failure mode with lower-strength steel (S235, A36) predominately base metal
failure and pull-out

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

26 Performance
 Performance

5.2.4 Effect of edge distance/spacing on pull-out strength N/2 N/2

of X-BT fastenings

Tensile and shear loading in small steel beams,

Report No. XE_02_39; Reinhard Buhri; 16 July 2002
Effect of edge distance and fastener spacing on ultimate pull-out,
Report No. XE_02_28; Reinhard Buhri; 23 April 2002
Stainless steel studs without point,
Report No. XE_02_23; Reinhard Buhri; 9 April 2002

edge distance
Edge distance
Base material Steel, 8 mm thick, S235 (fu = 390MPa)
Number of fastenings in test 120 total, (20 per edge distance)
Edge distances tested 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 25 mm

Test concept
1) Place groups of fastenings at various edge distances
2) Pull out all fastenings
3) Compare ultimate pull-out loads for the various groups to existing ultimate pull-
out data

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• Increasing the edge distance to more than 6 mm does not result in increased
ultimate pull-out.
• An edge distance of 6mm is adequate to avoid reduction in recommended load.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

Performance 27
 N/2 N/2 Tensile and shear loading in small steel beams,
Report No. XE_02_39; Reinhard Buhri; 16 July 2002
Effect of edge distance and fastener spacing on ultimate pull-out,
Report No. XE_02_28; Reinhard Buhri; 23 April 2002
Stainless steel studs without point,
Report No. XE_02_23; Reinhard Buhri; 9 April 2002

Fastening spacing
Base material Steel, 8 mm thick, S235 (fu = 390 MPa)
spacing spacing Number of fastenings in test 60 total, (20 per spacing)
Spacings tested 15, 20 and 25 mm

Test concept
1) Place groups of fastenings at various spacings
2) Pull out all fastenings
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• Increasing the fastener spacing to more than the 15 mm as dictated by the base-
plate on the DX 351 tool does not significantly increase ultimate pull-out.
• A fastener spacing of 15 mm is adequate to avoid reduction in recommended
load.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

28 Performance
 Performance

5.2.5 Holding mechanisms of X-BT threaded studs

Anchoring mechanisms of the Hilti X-BT fastening system,

Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule, Aachen,
Prof.-Ing. Wolfgang Bleck, 7 November 2002
Investigation of welding between stainless steel X-BT fastener and S235 /
S355 steel base material, Report TWU-IFM 213/01, Birgit Borufka, 2001
Load behavior of stainless steel studs without tip,
Report XE-01-05, Reinhard Buhri, March 2001

Investigation concept
1) Consider difference between X-CR austenitic stainless steel (corresponds to
X2CrNiMoNbN25-18-5-4) and construction grade ferritic steels S235/S355 per
DIN EN 10025 (similar to ASTM A36/A572 Grade 50).
2) Examination of metallographic cross-sections at various distances from the
surface of the base steel.
3) Examination of pulled out X-BT fasteners.

Differences between fastener material and base steel material

• CR500 steel is 3 times harder than ferritic construction steel.

CR500 austenitic stainless steel: fu ≥ 1850MPa

Construction grade steels

S235 (per DIN EN 10025): fy ≥ 235MPa, fu = 340 - 510MPa
S355 (per DIN EN 10025): fy ≥ 355MPa, fu = 470 - 630MPa

• The hardness of X-CR steel is less affected by increasing temperature than ferritic
construction steel. Thus it can be concluded that the hardness difference is main-
tained during driving as well and a new surface is formed at the interface of base
steel and fastener.

Examination of cross-section Examination of pulled-out X-BT threaded stud

Steel base material still attached

Welded zone
to the X-BT threaded stud

X-BT stud

Steel base material that was dis-

placed downward as the X-BT
threaded stud was driven
Base steel

Description of the holding mechanism

• Anchorage of the X-BT fastener in steel develops due to friction and fusion (friction welding). The characteristics of friction
welding are: concentrated heat development, grain refinement due to hot and cold working, and little diffusion across the
interface of the welded components.
• A definite interface exists along the entire perimeter of the fastener shank
• The drilled hole below the tip of the X-BT threaded stud is sealed
• The interface of the fastener shank in each cross-section is between 55% and 100% welded to S235/A36 steel base material.
• The interface of the fastener shank in each cross-section is between 75% and 100% welded to S355/Grade 50 steel base material.
This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

Performance 29
 5.3 Corrosion resistance

5.3.1 X-BT threaded stud fastening corrosion data

Blunt-tip stainless steel stud with sealing washer,

Report No. XE_02_13; Reinhard Buhri; June 2002

Corrosion data

Base material Steel, 8 mm thick, S235 (fu = 385 MPa)

and S355 (fu = 630 MPa)
Number of fastenings in test 120 total, (60 per steel grade)
Salt spray test 90 days, performed according to
DIN 50 021SS / ASTM G 8585)

Test concept

1) Make 60 fastenings in steel of each grade (S235 and S355 steel).

2) Perform pullout tests of 30 fastenings from each steel grade before performing
the salt spray test.
3) Perform pullout tests of 30 fastenings from each steel grade after the salt spray
test.
4) Compare the ultimate pull-out loads before and after the 90 day
salt spray test for each steel grade.
5) Examine the area around the fastening points after pulling out the fasteners

Pull-out test results for S355 steel

Ultimate pull-out loads [lbs.]

1000

1500

2000

2500

3000

3500

4000

4500

5000

5500

6000

5000

7000

7500
500
0

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pull-out after 5 years of corrosion field test
reference values before test
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Ultimate pull-out loads [kN]

Summary of results from the pull-out tests

• Similar results for S235 steel grade.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

30 Performance
 Performance

Observations and examination

Sealing washer
After 90 days of salt spray, the bottom side of the 8 mm [5/16"] steel plate was
examined. No evidence of damage or corrosion could be found.

Corrosion resistance of Hilti CR500 stainless steel in comparison with AISI 304
and AISI 316; Prepared X-BT fastenings after driving
FMPA Baden-Württemberg; Report No. VI.10.1.7c; July 2000

Shank made of nitrogen-alloyed austenitic stainless steel

CR500

Drilled holes after 90 days salt spray

Black test and after pull-out of the X-BT fas-
elastomer teners. These holes appear clean and
sealing no evidence of corrosion is visible.
washer

Threaded sleeve and washer of X2CrNiMo17132 /

X5CrNiMo17-12-2+2H (conforms to A4 and A316)

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Conclusions from the tests

• Ultimate pull-out of the fastenings was not affected by 90 days of salt spray test.
• After 90 days salt spray test no corrosion was found in the drilled holes. This is
strong evidence that the sealing washer provides an effective seal.
• After 90 days salt spray test, there was no evidence of corrosion on the bottom
side of the steel plate. This shows that drilling the hole and driving the fastener
does not cause damage on the bottom side.
• CR 500 is at least as resistant as AISI grade 316.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

Performance 31
 5.3.2 Contact corrosion – X-BT stainless steel stud
in carbon steel

Corrosion behavior of X-CR fasteners,

Report No. VI.10.1.7; FMPA Stuttgart; May 1994.
Corrosion behavior of stainless steel DX fasteners in carbon steel;
G. Felder and M. Siemers, Schaan, September 2005

General comments
Two materials of different resistance/polarity exposed to the same media, in direct
electrical contact, lead to accelerated corrosion of an electrochemically “less noble”
material in contact with a “noble” material. The material loss of the noble partner is
reduced, the loss of surface area of the less noble partner is increased. Prerequisite
for this form of corrosion is an electrically conductive connection between these
two materials.

Whether contact corrosion occurs depends also on the surface area ratio.

If the surface of the less “noble” material (1) is greater than that of the more “noble”
Material 1 Material 2
material (2), it will act as a very small cathode and the current density on the “large
anodic” less noble material will be very small. Further, this also implies a very low
rate of corrosion of the “less noble” material due to electrochemical effects.

However, if the surface of the less “noble” material (1) is smaller than that of the
Material 1 Material 2
more “noble” material (2), the rate of corrosion of the “less noble” material will be
very high.

Hilti X-BT in carbon steel

Where stainless steels are concerned, contact corrosion is not a matter of concern.
Stainless steels are higher in the galvanic series, i.e. more noble than most
generally used materials such as aluminium, zinc and steel. Stainless steel in
contact with these materials thus gains cathodic protection. Contact therefore
generally has a favorable effect on the corrosion properties of stainless steels.

Due to the electrochemical effects as described above, the “noble” stainless steel
fastener induces a very low rate of corrosion of the “less noble” base material and
fastened material, or possibly no corrosion at all. This behavior has also been
confirmed in a number of salt spray tests and in long-term tests with exposure to
sea water in the tidal zone on an island in the North Sea.
In all of these tests, no corrosion occurred. The condition of a specimen after seven
years of sea water tests is shown in the photo on the left. No evidence of
corrosion can be found at the anchoring zone of the X-BT fastener. The seal
Steel base material after 10 years of
achieved has remained fully functional, no electrolyte is present and contact
exposure to sea water and pull-out of
corrosion is not an issue.
the X-BT fastener. The hole appears
clean and no evidence of corrosion is
visible.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

32 Performance
 Performance

5.3.3 Corrosion data from field tests at Helgoland Island

(North Sea)

Expert assessment: Investigation of the corrosion resistance of Hilti X-BT

fasteners in marine atmospheres and in sea water, • 8 specimens in an atmospheric test-
9004742000 G/Bf; MPA, University of Stuttgart; Feb 3, 2014 ing rig in accordance with ISO 8565
• 16 specimens in a sea water testing
rig, wave zone and tide zone, in
Test material accordance with ISO 11306
Base material S235 steel (fu = 439 MPa), 8 mm thick
Number of specimens 24 steel plates, each with 18 X-BT studs

Test procedure

The test specimens were installed in May 2003 and samples taken periodically from
each zone for assessment in June 2004, June 2005, May 2008 and April 2013.

Microscopic and metallurgical investigations to assess corrosion were carried out

by MPA, University of Stuttgart. The tensile resistance tests were carried out by Hilti
Marine atmosphere test rig with
under supervision of the MPA.
X-BT test specimens installed.

Test results

Test specimens after 10 years of exposure to sea water in the tidal zone of the
North Sea. No evidence of corrosion is visible on the X-BT studs and X-FCM discs.
Only slight discoloration due to deposits can be observed on the X-FCM discs.

Conclusions
• After 10 years of exposure to sea water, no obvious signs of corrosion were found
on the X-BT fasteners.
See water test rig with test specimens
• After 10 years of exposure to sea water, no relevant signs of corrosion were found
installed (X-BT with and without X-FCM
on the X-FCM fasteners.
grating discs).
• After 10 years of exposure to sea water, no corrosion was found in the drilled
holes. This is strong evidence that the sealing washer provides an effective seal.
• Ultimate pull-out strength of the fasteners was not affected by the field tests. The
pull-out load achieved in monitoring tests carried out in June 2003 was 8.6 kN,
and in 2013 it was 10.3 kN.

Based on the long-term tests carried out by the MPA as described above,
the University of Stuttgart [Expert Assessment, 9004742000 G/Bf Feb 3, 2014]
came to the following conclusion:

From a corrosion-specific point of view, it can thus be assumed that the

Hilti X-BT system will have a life of more than 40 years, even under atmo-
spheric conditions (corrosion categories C4 respectively C5-M) of use
where chloride is present (marine atmospheres and in the splash zone).

Steel base material after 10 years of exposure to sea water and pull-out of the
X-BT fastener. The hole appears clean and no evidence of corrosion is visible.

Performance 33
 5.4 Effect of X-BT threaded stud fastenings on steel base
material

Experimental investigations on the effect of X-BT fasteners on the static

strength of the base material structural steel
Report No. XE_02_07; Hermann Beck; 17 June 2002
Experimental investigations on the effect of X-BT fasteners on the fatigue
strength of the base material structural steel
Report No. 2010-57X by Prof. U. Kuhlmann and H.P. Günther from the University of
Stuttgart: Fatigue classification of the constructional detail “Structural steel base
material wih the Hilti powder-actuated fastener X-BT” in compliance with Eurocode
3 Part 1-9 (EN 1993-1-9), (2010)
Reports No. 453´150/1e, 453´150/2e, 453´150/3e, 455´377/e by EMPA,
Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Testing and Research (2010)
Report No. TWU-FSRL-13/09 by Hilti FSRL,
Fastening System Research Laboratories (2010).

Base material (static tests): Steel, 8 and 10 mm, S235 and S355
Base material (fatigue tests): Steel, 8, 20 and 40 mm, S235, S355,
S460M, S460G4+M
Number of fastenings in test: 48 static tensile and 191 fatigue tests

Load-deformation behavior of steel with X-BT fasteners

Evaluated in tensile tests performed with coupons with X-BT fasteners (XE_02_07)

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• The very high net section efficiencies observed with Hilti DX powder-actuated
fasteners also develop for plates with X-BT fasteners.
• Generally, the presence of an X-BT fastener need not be taken into account in the
design of tensile members made of structural steel.
• In case of exceptionally high fastener concentrations (net area < 92 % of gross
area), application of the design provisions of AISC-LRFD or Eurocode 3 for drilled
holes leads to conservative results.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

34 Perfomance
 Performance
X-BT Specification Suppl. 11/2011

5.4.1
2.2
Fatigue classification in compliance with Eurocode 3
Specifics on fatigue classification
(EN 1993-1-9). Structural steel base material with Hilti
powder-actuated fastenerinX-BT
2.2.1 Fatigue classification compliance with Eurocode 3 (EN 1993-1-9)

Hilti Hilti
ran aran a comprehensive
comprehensive fatigue
fatigue test program
test program in order
in order to classify
to classify the constructional detail “Structural steel
the constructional
base material with the Hilti powder-actuated fastener X-BT” in compliance with the Eurocode 3 (EN 1993-1-9,
detail “Structural steel base material with the Hilti powder-actuated fastener X-BT”
[7]). A corresponding evaluation was made by Prof. U. Kuhlmann and H.P. Günther from the University of
in compliance with theNo.
Stuttgart (Report Eurocode
2010-57X3 (EN 1993-1-9, [2]). A corresponding evaluation
[6]).
was made by Prof. U. Kuhlmann and Prof. H.P. Günther from the University of
Stuttgart (Report Table
No. 7. Recommendation
2010-57X [1]). of fatigue detail category according to EN 1993-1-9:2005 [6, 1]
Detail
Detail
Constructional
Constructionaldetail
detail Description
Description Requirements
Requirements
category
category
X-BT Specification Suppl. 11/2011
HiltiX-BT
Hilti X-BTpowder-actuated
powder-actuated Δσbetocalculated
∆σ to be calculated
by theby the gross
fasteners with pre-drilled hole in gross cross-section.
fasteners with pre-drilled hole in cross-section. Installation, static
90
.2 90 classification
Specifics on fatigue structural steel base material. Installation, static loading and
structural steel base material. loading and spacing of fasteners
Imperfect fastener installations spacing of fasteners only in
Imperfect fastener
.2.1 Fatigue classification in compliance with Eurocode 3 (EN 1993-1-9) as e.g. pulled-out fasteners or installations only in accordance
accordance with the
with the require-
as e.g. pulled-out
pre-drilled fasteners
holes without requirements
fasten-or ments of the Hilti X-BT
of the Hilti X-BT
ilti ran a comprehensive fatigue test program in order to classify the constructionalers
detail
are“Structural
covered. steel threaded fastener specifica-
100
100
ase material with the Hilti pre-drilled
powder-actuated fastener X-BT” in compliance with the Eurocode holes
3 (EN without fasten- threaded fastener specification.
1993-1-9, tion [1]
7]). A corresponding evaluation was made by Prof. U. Kuhlmann and H.P. Günther ers
fromare
the University
covered. of Plate thickness t ≥ 8 mm
m ==55
m
tuttgart (Report No. 2010-57X [6]). Plate thickness t  8 mm
Edge distance ≥ 15 mm
Edge distance  15 mm
Table 7. Recommendation of fatigue detail category according to EN 1993-1-9:2005 [6, 1]
Table 1. Recommendation of fatigue detail category according to EN 1993-1-9:2005 [1]
Detail
Constructional
Category 90 detail
with aDescription
correspondsstandard category according Requirements
to Table 7.1 of EN 1993-1-9 [7] with a slope
category
Category
m = 390 forcorresponds
cycles N  5with a standard
million cycles and category
a slope according
m = 5 fortoNTable 7.1 of EN
> 5 million 1993-1-9
cycles (see Figure 8). Category 100
Hilti X-BT powder-actuated ∆σ to be calculated by the
[2] with
(m =a 5)
slope m =a 3constant
 with for cycles slopeN ≤m
fasteners 5with
million
5 forcycles
=pre-drilled
N hole
 100 and
in a slope
million
gross m=5
cycles
cross-section.  for N > 5 million
represents a possible, alternate option in
90 compliance
cycles (see Figurewith the Eurocode
2). Category 100 (m
structural 3. The
5) -latter
= base
steel with is recommended
a constant
material. slope
Installation, in loading
m
static case
= 5 forof Nlow
and amplitude high cycle fatigue load-
≤ 100
ing. When using a fatigue
million cycles - represents a possible, assessment
Imperfect procedure
fastener installations
alternate option based
in
spacing on a linear
of fasteners
compliance with damage
only
the
in accumulation
Eurocode 3. a mixture of both
categories is not allowed.as e.g. pulled-out fasteners or accordance with the require-
The latter is recommended inpre-drilled case of holeslow amplitude
without fasten-high cycle
ments fatigue
of the loading. When using
Hilti X-BT
ers are covered. threaded fastener specifica-
100 The structural steel grades S235
a fatigue assessment procedure based on a linear damageup to S460 according to EN
accumulation
tion [1] 10025-2, EN 10025-3,
a mixture of both EN 10025-4 and EN
m=5 10225 are covered. These grades include thermo mechanically rolled fine grain steels.
categories is not allowed. The structural steel grades S235 up to S460 according to EN
Plate thickness t  8 mm
The following
10025-2, EN 10025-3,FigureEN710025-4
shows aand summary
EN 10225 of all
aretest datadistance
Edge
covered. including
 15 mm
These grades the fatigue
include classification in keeping with the
Eurocode 3.
thermo mechanically rolled fine grain steels. Recent testing additionally confirmed the
ategory 90 corresponds with a standard category according to Table 7.1 of EN 1993-1-9 [7] with a slope
Fatigue test results
m = 3 for cycles same detailcycles
N  5 million category
and afor quenched
slope m = 5 for and > 5tempered
N Base million structural
cycles
material with (see steel
HiltiFigure
X-BT 8).
S690Q up
Category
fasteners 100to S960Q
m = 5)  with a according
constant slope m = 5 for
to EN 10025-6.N  100 million cycles  represents
425 Those steel grades are often a possible,
used alternate
in crane option in
construction.
ompliance with the Eurocode 3. The latter 400 is recommended in case of low amplitude high cycle fatigue load-
ng. When using(Pre-drilled holes without fasteners
based onare alsodamage
covered for these grades.
a mixturePull-out fasteners
375
a fatigue assessment procedure
350 a linear accumulation ofFatigue
both categories according to
ategories is notare not covered as in most
allowed. 325
cases the fastener itself fractures before it isEurocode pulled out from
3 with
300
S690Q
he structural steel toS235
grades S960Q base
up to S460material,
accordingas
275 the10025-2,
to EN anchorage resistance
EN 10025-3, of the X-BT
EN 10025-4 and constant
ENin such amplitude fatigue limit
high
0225 are covered. These grades include thermo 250 mechanically rolled fine grain steels. at 5 million cycles
strength base material is exceptionally high). The following Figure 1 shows a summary of
he following Figure 7 shows a summary of 225
Stress Range  [N/mm²]

all test data including the fatigue classification in keeping with the
urocode 3. all test data including the
200 fatigue classification in keeping with the Eurocode 3.
175 test results
Fatigue
Base material with Hilti X-BT fasteners
425 150
400
375
350 125 Fatigue categories according to
325
300
Eurocode 3 with
275 constant amplitude fatigue limit
100 at 5 million cycles
250
225
Stress Range  [N/mm²]

200
75
175
EC3-90
150
EC3-100/m=5
125 Test results
50 Run-outs
100 104 5 105 5 106 2 5 107
Cycle Life N
75

Figure 7. Test data compared with fatigueEC3-90

recommendation according to Eurocode 3 [6, 1]
EC3-100/m=5
Test results
50 Run-outs
104 5 105 5 106 2 5 107
Cycle Life
Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener N
Specification, Supplement 11/2011 10
FigureFigure
7. Test 1. Test
data data compared
compared with fatigue with fatigue recommendation
recommendation according
according to Eurocode 3 [6, 1] to Eurocode 3 [1]
This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

lti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification, Supplement 11/2011 10

Performance 35
 5.4.2 Approved fatigue categories by DNV-GL (Det Norske
Veritas - Germanischer Lloyd), LR (Lloyd's Register) and
ABS (American Bureau of Shipping)
Towers for wind turbines, offshore structures or crane constructions often are
approved by classification societies like DNV-GL, LR or ABS. Those classification
societies recently also approved the fatigue category for the constructional detail
“Structural steel base material with Hilti powder-actuated fastener X-BT”, see Table 2.
Classification Hilti Type Approval Detail
Fatigue standard Plate thickness Thickness effect
Society Certificate category
No.
EC 3, EN 1993-1-9 [2] 90 8 mm ≤ t ≤ 60 mm ks = 1
DNV-GL 12272-10HH
for t ≥ 25 mm
DNV-GL RP-C203 [3] C2 t ≥ 8 mm k = 0.15
90
LR 03/0070(E3) EC 3, EN 1993-1-9 [2] 100 t ≥ 8 mm see EC3
m=5
ABS-(A)
ABS Offshore Guide [4] t ≥ 8 mm see ABS-Guide
Class D
ABS 16-HS 1545448-PDA 90
EC 3, EN 1993-1-9 [2] 100 t ≥ 8 mm see EC3
m=5
Table 2. Approved fatigue detail categories
Notes on DNV-GL Type Approval:
In order to allow clear use of the design category, DNV-GL proposed only to use the
standard category 90 and omit the alternative option 100 with m = 5. DNV-GL also
limited the use to the thickness range typically used in steel towers of wind turbines
(t ≤ 60 mm) in case of fatigue design according to Eurocode 3 [2]. In case thicker
plates are exceptionally used, acceptance is possible based on case specific con-
sideration. Differing from the provisions in EN 1993-1-9 [2], the DNV-GL fatigue
standard DNV-GL-RP-C203 [3] requires the consideration of the size effect (coeffi-
cient k = 0.15) for the detail category independent from the constructional detail.
Therefore, for compliant design with DNV-GL-RP-C203 a thickness effect is consid-
ered for thickness t ≥ 25 mm.

Notes on ABS Type Approval:

The classification according to ABS fatigue standard [4] includes structural steel
grades with a nominal yield strength ranging from 235 to 460 N/mm². The classifi-
cation according to Eurocode 3 [2] includes additionally also quenched steels
S690Q up to S960Q according to EN 10025-6.
The fatigue strength curves are mathematically described by the following formula:
log N = log ā – m . log Δσ

The parameters m and log ā of the fatigue curves 90 and C2 are summarized in the
following tables 3 & 4. Table 5 gives also a comparison of the stress ranges Δσ for
selected numbers of cycles and Figure 2 shows a graph with test data and the ap-
proved fatigue categories.

Number of load Number of load

m log ā m log ā
cycles N cycles N
N ≤ 5.106 3 12.164 N ≤ 107 3 12.301
5.10 ≤ N ≤ 10
6 8
5 15.807 N > 10 7
5 15.835

Table 3. Parameters of fatigue curve 90 Table 4. Parameters of fatigue curve C2

according to EN 1993-1-9 according to DNV-GL-RP-C203

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

36 Performance
 Perfomance

Stress range Δσ [N/mm²]

Number
of load
EC3 - 90 C2
cycles
N
1.105 244.3 271.4
1.10 6
113.4 126.0
2.10 6
90.0 100.0
5.106 66.3 73.7
1.10 7
57.7 58.5
1.108 36.4* 36.9
* corresponds to cut-off limit
X-BT Specification Suppl. 11/2011
Table 5. Comparison of stress ranges

Fatigue classification
Base material with Hilti X-BT fasteners
1000
900
800
700
600
500
400

300
[N/mm²]
Range∆Ϭ [N/mm2
]

200

100
90
80
StressRange

70
60
50
Stress

40

30

20
EC3-90
C2 (DNV-GL)
Test results
10 Run-outs
104 5 105 5 106 2 5 107 108
Cycle Life N
Figure 2. Test data compared with approved fatigue categories 90 and C2
Figure 8. Test data compared with approved GL and DNV fatigue categories

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powder-actuated fastener X-BT” in compliance with Eurocode 3 Part 1-9 (EN 1993-1-9), Institut für Konstruktion und Ent-
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Corporation (2010):(2005):
EN 1993-1-9:2005 Hilti X-BT Threaded
Eurocode Fastener
3: Design of steelSpecification, Edition
structures – Part December
1-9: Fatigue, 2010 Standard, May 2005
European
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[3] DNV-GL-RP-C203 (2016), Recommended Practice: Fatigue design of offshore steel structures, April 2016
3] Kuhlmann, U., Günther, H-P. (2011): Hilti powder-actuated fastener X-BT in combination with the Hilti
fastening tools DX 351 BT/BTG for the use in cast iron base material according to EN 1563, Evalua-
[4] ABS (2014): Guide for the fatigue assessment of offshore structures, American Bureau of Shipping, April 2003, updated
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February
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Report Nr. 2011-24X, Oct. 11, 2011.
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Stuttgart, Report Nr. 2010-57X, December 28, 2010
 5.5 Technical data for X-BT fastenings made to cast iron
X-BT Specification Suppl. 11/2011

with spheroidal graphite

5.5.1 Cast iron specification

1. Technical data for X-BT fastenings made to cast iron with spheroi-
Components made from cast iron with spheroidal graphite are typically used in the
dal graphite
nacelle of wind towers. The preferred grade is EN-GJS-400-18-LT according to EN
1563 with a minimum ultimate strength of 400 N/mm² (for thickness t ≤ 30 mm), a
1.1 Cast iron specification
minimum fracture strain A of 18 % and with impact toughness properties suitable
for use in cold temperatures. The use of cast iron with spheroidal graphite allows
Components made from cast iron with spheroidal graphite are typically used in the nacelle of wind towers. The
economical production of complex machinery parts combined with ductile material
preferred grade is EN-GJS-400-18-LT according to EN 1563 with a minimum ultimate strength of 400 N/mm²
behaviour.
(for thickness t  30 mm), a minimum fracture strain A of 18 % and with impact toughness properties suitable
for use in cold temperatures. The use of cast iron with spheroidal graphite allows economical production of
complex machinery parts combinedThe presence
with ductile of spherical
material graphite is required to allow the casting process. Figure 3
behaviour.
shows a representative example of a micro section of cast iron EN-GJS-400-18-LT.
The presence of spherical graphite is required to allow the casting process. Figure 2 shows a representative
example of a micro section of cast The
irondistribution of the spheroidal graphite in the ferritic matrix is clearly visible.
EN-GJS-400-18-LT. The distribution of the spheroidal graphite in the
ferritic matrix is clearly visible.

Figure Figure 3. Micro

2. Micro section
section of cast
of cast iron iron EN-GJS-400-18LT:
EN-GJS-400-18LT:
Spheroidal graphite
Spheroidal graphiteembedded
embedded in ferriticmatrix
in ferritic matrix

The cast iron needs to meet the following specification given in Table 1. The listed carbon content and micro-
The castused
structure is typical for EN-GJS-400-18-LT iron needs
in thetonacelle
meet the
of following specification given in Table 6. The listed
wind towers.
carbon content and microstructure is typical for EN-GJS-400-18-LT used in the
nacelle of wind
Table 1. Requirements towers. graphite cast iron base material
of spheroidal
Subject Requirements
Subject Requirements
Cast iron Spheroidal graphite cast iron according to EN 1563
Cast iron Spheroidal graphite cast iron according to EN 1563
Strength class EN-GJS-400
Strength class to EN-GJS-600 according
EN-GJS-400 to to EN 1563 according to EN 1563
EN-GJS-600
Chemical analysis and Chemical analysis and
3.3 - 4.0 mass percentage3.3 - 4.0 mass percentage
amount of carbon amount of carbon
Form IV to VI (spherical)Form IV to VI
according to (spherical) according to
EN ISO 945-1:2010
Microstructure ENto ISO 945-1:2010
Minimum
Microstructuresize 7 according Figure 4 of EN ISO 945-1:2010
Minimum size 7 according to Figure 4 of
Material thickness tII  20 mm EN ISO 945-1:2010
Material thickness tII ≥ 20 mm

Table 6. Requirements of spheroidal graphite cast iron base material

5.5.2 Grounding and bonding restrictions

No corresponding experimental investigations have been made so far. There, the

use of X-BT-ER fasteners for grounding and bonding application is not covered, in
case the fasteners are driven to cast iron components.

38 Performance
Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification, Supplement 11/2011 3
e is also
1.6 caused by predominantly
Performance review friction welding between the fastener
anchorage shank
is also caused byand the ferritic
predominantly orweldin
friction
In order to investigate the influence of cast iron base material oncast
the iron.
performance ofthe
X-BT fasteners a
atrix In
oforder
the cast iron. However, the
to investigate the influence presence
prehensiveoftest
cast iron base
program of the graphite
wasmaterial
run. The on the
scope reduces
perlitic matrix
performance
of the programthe
of the
of effective
X-BT
included contact
However,
fasteners
the a
followingcom-area,
presence
experimental which
of th
inves
explains the reduction of the pullout strength.
he reduction
prehensive oftestthe pullout
program wasstrength.
run. The
(summary andscope of the program
assessment in [3]): included the following experimental investigations Perfomance
(summary and assessment in [3]): Furthermore, the recommended loads cover implicitly effe
 Static pullout tests  Tests to cover the effect of the edge distance
ore, the recommended loadscover
Static pullout tests Staticimplicitly effects
shear and bending of
to dynamic
tests
Tests cover  and
This statement variable
Tests
the effect of edgeloading
is based on
to cover
the the onthe
the results
effect of
distance
ofthe
castfastener.
tension fatigue te
iron surface
bustness of the anchorage of X-BT fasteners in cast iron,
ement isbased
5.5.3 on theand
Performance
Static shear results  of tests
review
bending tension
Tension fatigue
fatigue  tests,
tests Tests towhich were
cover the performed
effect of the cast to
ironinvestigate
surface the ro-
of the anchorage of X-BT
 Tension fatigue fasteners
tests
Compared withinthe
cast iron, see
performance Figure
of X-BT 4 and
fasteners 5.
in unalloyed
F
structural steel (see Figure 1, [1] and
In order to investigate the influence of cast iron base material on the performance of fatigue
recommended load values are smaller due to the presence of the graphite in the cast iron. As with un
Compared with thea performance
X-BT fasteners comprehensive
F of
testX-BT fasteners
program was run.inThe
unalloyed
scope structural
of the program steel (see Figure 1, [1] and [2]),
loading t the
structural steel, reliable anchorage of the X-BT fastener develops also in case of cast iron base mater
recommended
included theload values
following are smaller
experimental
anchorage due caused
to the
investigations
is also presence
(summary andof the graphite
assessment
by predominantly in the cast
in [1]):
friction welding iron. the
between As fastener
with unalloyed
fatiguesteel, reliable anchorage
structural of the X-BT fastener develops also in case of cast iron base X-BTshank
material.
and the ferriti
fastener
The contact are
perlitic matrix of the cast iron. However, the presence of the graphite reduces the effective
loading
anchorage
• Staticispullout
also tests
caused by predominantly
t the reduction
explains friction
of thewelding
pullout between
strength. the fastener shank and the ferritic or
perlitic matrix of the cast iron.
• Static shear and bending tests
However, the presence of F
the graphite reduces the Fmineffective
= 0.1 kN (const.)
contact area, which
Furthermore, the recommended loads cover F cast iron
explains the reduction of the pullout strength. maximplicitly effects of dynamic and variable loading on the f
• Tension fatigue tests X-BT fastener
This statement is based on the results of tension fatigue tests, which were performed to investigate th
• Tests to the
cover the effectbustness
of the loads
edge
of distance

tension
Furthermore, recommended cover
the implicitly
anchorage of effects of dynamic
X-BT fasteners and
in cast variable
iron, loading
see Figure on5.the fastener.
4 and
• Tests to cover the effect of the cast iron surface
This statement is based on the results of tension fatigue tests, which were performed to investigate the ro-
F F
bustness of the anchorage of X-BT fasteners in cast iron, see Figure 4 and 5. Figure 4. Principle sketch
Compared with the performance cast ironfasteners
of X-BT Fminsteel, the
fatigue in unalloyed structural
F loading t Fmin =F0.1=kN
recommended load values are smaller due to the presence of the graphite in the F t min 0.1(const.)
kN (const.)
fatigue
cast iron. As with unalloyed structural steel, reliable anchorage X-BT
of thefastener
X-BT fastener Fmax
develops alsoloading
in case of cast iron base material.
t The anchorage is also caused by

tension
F Fmin = 0.1 kN (const.)
predominantly friction welding between the fastener shank and the ferritic Fmaxor perlitic
X-BT fastener F
Figure
matrix of the cast iron. However,4.thePrinciple
presence of sketch ofreduces
the graphite cycliccast tension
the effective tests
iron Fmin
contact area, which explains the reduction of the pullout strength. tension t
F
cast iron
Furthermore, the recommended loads cover implicitly effects of dynamic Fmin
and vari-
able loading on the fastener. This statement is based on theFigure
results of
4. tension fa-sketch of cyclic tension
Principle t tests
tigue tests, which were performed to investigate the robustness Figure 4. Principle
of the anchorage of X-BT fasteners in cast iron, see Figure 4 and 5. sketch of cyclic tension tests
Figure 4. Principle sketch of cyclic tension tests

Figure 5. Servo-hydraulic test se

Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification, Supplement 11/2011

Figure 5. Servo-hydraulic test setup for tension fatigue tests

Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification, Supplement 11/2011

Figure 5.Figure
Servo-hydraulic
5.Figure testtest
Servo-hydraulic setup
5. Servo-hydraulic setup
test for
fortension
setup tension
for fatigue
tensionfatigue
fatigue tests
tests
tests

Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification, Supplement 11/2011 7

hreaded Fastener Specification, Supplement 11/2011 7

Performance 39
 Conclusions from the cyclic tension tests:
• The anchorage of the X-BT does not work loose. In none of the tests pull-out of
the fastener from the cast iron was the controlling mode of failure.
X-BT Specification Suppl. 11/201
• Failure was controlled by fatigue fracture of the stainless stud material. The frac-
tures occurred at upper loads significantly beyond the recommended tension load
of 0.5 kN.
Conclusions from the• cyclic tension
For final tests:and with respect to the reported design life of wind towers,
verification
 The anchorage oftwo thefatigue
X-BT does not work
tests were loose.with
performed In none of the
an upper tests
load pull-out
of 1.0 of the
kN (which fastener from the ca
is double
iron was the controlling mode of failure.
the recommended tension load) and a target number of 200 million load cycles.
 Failure was controlled by fatigue
• Both long fracture
run samples of the
passed thestainless stud
test without anymaterial.
damage,The fractures
neither occurred at upper
to the fasten-
loads significantly beyond the recommended tension load of 0.5 kN.
er material nor to the anchorage. Residual static pullout tests of these two sam-
 For final verification and with respect to the reported design life of wind towers, two fatigue tests were
ples resulted in a pullout strength beyond 5 kN.
performed with an upper load of 1.0 kN (which is double the recommended tension load) and a target
• The test results clearly verify reliable X-BT fastenings to cast iron EN-GJS-400-
number of 200 million load cycles.
18LT used in the nacelle of wind towers.
 Both long run samples passed the test without any damage, neither to the fastener material nor to the
anchorage. Residual static pullout tests of these two samples resulted in a pullout strength beyond 5 kN
 The test results Figure
clearly6.verify
showsreliable
a graphX-BT
of thefastenings
fatigue testto
results
cast performed with X-BT fasteners.
iron EN-GJS-400-18LT used in the nacelle
of wind towers. The load-level of the runouts is by far beyond the recommended working load of
0.5 kN, especially see the two run-outs at 200 million load cycles with an upper
Figure 6 shows a graph
loadof
ofthe
1.0 fatigue
kN. test results performed with X-BT fasteners. The load-level of the run-
outs is by far beyond the recommended working load of 0.5 kN, especially see the two run-outs at 200 millio
load cycles with an upper load of 1.0 kN.

Upper load Fmax [kN]

6
Test with failures
5 Tests without failure (run-outs)
4 mean regression curve
characteristic fatigue strength
3

Fasteners:
X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R or
1 X-BT M10-24-6 SN12-R
Base material: EN-GJS-400-18-LT

Recommended working load: 0.5 kN

0.5

104 105 106 107 2.108

Number of cycles N
Figure 6. Results of cyclic tension tests
Figure 6. Results of cyclic tension tests
It is further planned to add the use of X-BT fasteners on cast iron components into the X-BT Type Approvals
issued by GL [4] and DNV [5].
Literature:
[1] Kuhlmann, U., Günther, H-P. (2011): Hilti powder-actuated fastener X-BT in
combination with the Hilti fastening tools DX 351 BT/BTG for the use in cast iron
base material according to EN 1563,
Evaluation Report, Institut für Konstruktion und Entwurf, Stahl- Holz- und
Verbundbau, University of Stuttgart, Report Nr. 2011-24X, Oct. 11, 2011.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

40 Performance
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5.6 Vibration effects on X-BT threaded stud fastenings

Experimental investigations on the effect of base metal vibrations on the

ultimate pull-out ➊
Report No. XE_02_09; Hermann Beck; 19 June 2002

Base material Steel, S235

➋
Beam section HE-A section, 9 mm flange, 6 mm web
Test procedure: Beam loaded in the center
➊ Compression flange
Fmax = 155 kN, Fmin = 33 kN
➋ Tension flange
Frequency = 6 Hz
Number of cycles = 2 Million
Number of fastenings: 210 X-BT fasteners, some with X-FCM-R grating disks

Ultimate pull-out of X-BT fasteners before and after cyclic loading of the
steel beam
➌
X-BT fasteners in area without grating

 
6MUJNBUF
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MPBE
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  7.33 kN = Ultimate pull-out on the sam-

  ple before stress was applied (control).
         
          No measurements taken on the com-
pression flange in the high stress area
due to position of the press.

X-BT fasteners in area with grating

 
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MPBE
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7.33 kN = Ultimate pull-out on the sam-
ple before stress was applied (control).

Conclusions
• Cyclic loading applied to steel beams, which causes vibration on the fastener, has
only a negligible effect on the ultimate pull-out of X-BT threaded studs
• Cyclic loading applied to steel beams, which causes vibration on the fastener,
does not result in loosening of grating X-FCM-R grating disks

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

Performance 41
 5.7 Temperature resistance of X-BT threaded stud
fastenings

Direct Fastening Technology Manual, Edition 11/2009

Report No. XE_07_78; R. Buhri, December 2007

The temperature resistance of the Hilti X-BT fastening system is controlled by

• the temperature resistance of the stud
• the resistance of the X-BT stud anchorage in steel base material
• the effect of temperature on the corrosion resistance of the stud
• the temperature resistance of the SN12-R sealing washer

Temperature resistance of the X-BT stud material

Tests at Swiss Federal Laboratory for Tests at JTICM Laboratory Japan

Material Testing (EMPA)

At 600°C, the X-BT material has about 64% of its 20°C strength left. By comparison,
structural steel has only about 26%.
With a minimum tensile strength of fu = 1850 N/mm2 the ultimate tensile resistance
of the X-BT stud at 600°C is about 18.8 kN.

Temperature resistance of the X-BT stud anchorage in

steel

Steel base material: Grade Thickness [mm] Strength Rm [MPa]

S 235 8 455
EH 36 8 536

Pull-out test configuration

Tension cylinder on the furnace X-BT on 8.0 mm base plate Open furnace chamber

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

42 Performance
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Pull-out load [kN]

Temperature [°C]

At 600°C, the pull-out resistance of the X-BT has about 71% of its 20°C strength
left in steel S235 and about 85% in steel EH36.
Pull-out load NRk [kN]

S235 EH36

At low temperature the pull-out resistance is increasing compared to that at room

temperature.

Conclusions
• The strength of the X-BT stud and its anchorage in steel base material does not
control the limits of the system under extreme ambient temperatures.
• The corrosion resistance of the X-BT stud is verified up to +300°C
• The sealing function of the SN12-R sealing washer is verified for a temperature
range of -40°C to +100°C

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

Performance 43
 5.8 X-BT-ER stainless steel threaded studs electrical
performances

Fasteners
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4

[0.177"]

[0.177"]
1 7 3 5 6 5
[0.177"]

1 2 3 5 6 5 1 7 2 3 5 6 5

Ø 4.5

Ø 4.5
M10/

Ø 4.5
W10

M6/
W6
M8

[0.472"]

[0.472"]
[0.472"]

Ø 12

Ø 12
Ø 12

24 [0.945"] 4 5 5 24 [0.945"] 4 4 4 20 [0.787"] 4 5 5

31.3 [1.232"] [0.197"] [0.197"] 31.3 [1.232"] [0.158"] [0.158"] 31.3 [1.232"] [0.197"] [0.197"]
2.4 2 1.6
[0.094"] [0.079"] [0.062"]

Test Report No. 09-IK-0208: Suitability of Hilti X-BT-ER threaded studs as connection point in protective grounding and
earthing circuits and for lighting protection; Electro-suisse; May 2015
Test Report No. 09-IK-0208.32V2_e; Electrosuisse, Fehraltorf, Switzerland; May 2010
Amtec report 3028883: Finite Element Analysis: X-BT-ER stainless steel threaded stud for electrical connections,
Lauffen, Germany, Nov 18, 2015
Report No. XE-15-105, “Simulation results: fastening process of XT-BT threaded stud with blunt tip”,
Simon Stahel, Schaan, Liechtenstein, October 2015
Test Report No. CF-791; Dehn und Söhne GmbH, Neumarkt, Germany; March 2006
Test Report No. 70064671; TÜV Test Centre, Frankfurt, Germany; March 2004

5.8.1 Contact resistance

Resistance of Stud in cold condition, according to IEC 60947-7-2 < 5 mΩ

5.8.2 Effect of X-BT-ER fasteners on integrity of pipe flange

Installation of a Hilti X-BT(-ER) threaded stud is not expected to have negative influ-
ence on the integrity of flanged pipe joints made from typical ductile steel materials,
when installed in the outer area of the pipe flange between 2 tension bolts.

Hilti’s recommendations for edge distance, spacing, minimum flange diameter and
minimum base material thickness, as well as Hilti’s printed literature, must be con-
sidered during design and installation.

• Outer diameter of pipe flange is greater than or equal to 150mm (6 inches)

• Minimum edge distance = 6mm, i.e. minimum pipe flange thickness = 12mm
• X-BT-ER installed on center of pipe flange and between 2 tension bolts

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

44 Performance
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Test Report
Test Report No. 09-IK-0208.32V2_e;
No. 09-IK-0208.32V2_e; Electrosuisse,
Electrosuisse, Fehraltorf,
Fehraltorf, Switzerland;
Switzerland; May 2010
May 2010
Test Report
Test Report No. CF-791;
No. CF-791; DehnSöhne
Dehn und und Söhne
GmbH, GmbH, Neumarkt,
Neumarkt, Germany;
Germany; MarchMarch
20062006
Test Report No. 70064671; TÜV Test Centre, Frankfurt, Germany;
Test Report No. 70064671; TÜV Test Centre, Frankfurt, Germany; March 2004 March 2004

5.8.3 Permanent current

Test Report No. 09-IK-0208: Suitability of Hilti X-BT-ER threaded studs as connection point in protective grounding and earthing circuits
Test Report No. 09-IK-0208: Suitability of Hilti X-BT-ER threaded studs as connection point in protective grounding and earthing circuits
and for lighting protection; Electro-suisse, 2015
and for lighting protection; Electro-suisse, 2015

For low permanent current due to static charge built up in pipes or for low perma-
5.8.1 Permanent current
5.8.1 Permanent current nent current when closing an electrical circuit.
For low permanent current due to static charge built up in pipes or for low permanent current when closing an electrical circuit
For low permanent current due to static charge built up in pipes or for low permanent current when closing an electrical circuit
Test
Test standard Teststandard IEC EN 60204-1:2006
IEC EN 60204-1:2006, Table 6 and D.5
IEC EN 60204-1:2006, Table 6 and D.5
standard

The temperatureThe of the fastening

temperature point
of the fastening point
The temperature of the fastening point
should not exceedshould the
should limits
not
not exceed
exceedof the
the limits of
the limits of
the
the e.g.
cable under permanent current,
cable undercable permanent
under current,
permanent current, e.g.
70°C (environmental temp at 40°C), for
Test criteria
Test criteria e.g.
Test 70°C (environmental
criteria 70°C PVC(environmental
cables.temp at 40°C)
temp at 40°C), for
for PVC cables. PVC cables.
Test duration: Till temperature stability
Test duration: Till temperature stability
Test duration: tillistemperature
reached. stability
is reached.
is reached.

Tested Configuration Tested Fasteners Test Results

Tested configuration Fasteners
Tested Configuration Tested Fasteners Test
Testresults
Results
Current Max. temp (in° C) Result
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4
Current
Current Max.
Max.temp (in°C)C)
temp (in° Result
Result
22 A 32.0° C PASS
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN
X-BT-ER 4M10/3W10/3
X-BT-ER SN 4 SN 4 22 A 32.0° C PASS
X-BT-ER
X-BT-ER W10/3M8/7
SN 4SN 4 22 A 32 A 32.0°39.1°
C C pass
PASS
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN
X-BT-ER 4M8/7 SN
X-BT-ER 4 SN 4
M6/7 32 A 39.1° C PASS
X-BT-ER
X-BT-ER W6/7
M6/7 SN 4 SN 4 40 A 48.9° C PASS
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4 32 A40 A 39.1° C
48.9° C pass
PASS
X-BT-ER
Single point M6/7 SN 4
connection
60 A 78.8° C FAILED
Single point connection Single point connection 40 A60 A 48.9° C
78.8° C pass
FAILED
Note: At 60X-BT-ER W6/7 SN
A, which is deduced from 4a protective grounding cable with cross section of 16 mm² (EN 60204-1; Tab 6), the maximally
permissible temperature
is deducedfor PVCa cables wasgrounding
exceededcable
for thewith
connection. The maximum temperature
Note: At
is
60 A, which
70°C.
from protective 60 A cross section 78.8°
of 16 mm² C permissible
(EN 60204-1; under
Tab 6), the normal condition
failed
maximally
permissible temperature for PVC cables was exceeded for the connection. The maximum temperature permissible under normal condition
is 70°C.
Conclusion Note: At 60 A, which is deduced from a protective grounding cable with cross sec-
Based on permanenttion of withstand
16 mm²ability
(EN 60204-1; Tab 6), the maximally permissible temperature for PVC
Conclusion
current
Based on permanent current
Current (Max.)
cables wasability
withstand exceeded
Max. temp (in° C)
for the connection. The maximum temperature permissible
Connection configuration
Note: If the fastener is used in an environment and with
Current (Max.) Max. under
temp (in°normal
C) condition
Connection is 70°C.
configuration cables which are heat resistant up to at least 90°C, then
Note: If the fastener is used in an environment and with
40A 48.9° C Single point connection permanent currents up to 60 A can be applied.
cables which are heat resistant up to at least 90°C, then
Conclusions 40A 48.9° C Single point connection permanent currents up to 60 A can be applied.

Based on permanent or
current withstand ability
or Based on wire sizes as per EN 60204-1:1997
Max. temp
Current (max.) Based on wire
sizesizes Connection
as per EN configuration
60204-1:1997 Note: If the fastener is used in an environment and with
(in° C)
Wire (Max.) Current Connection configuration
cables whichNote:are heat
If the resistant
fastener upinto
is used anat least 90°C,
environment andthen
with
Wire size (Max.) 2 Current Connection configuration cables which are heat resistant up to at least 90°C, then
40A 48.9° C(8 10 mm Single40A
point connection permanent
Single point connection
Note:currents
If the up
fastener to
is 60
usedA can
in an be applied.
environment
wire sizes up to 16 mm² can be used.
and with
AWG) cables which are heat resistant up to at least 90°C, then
10 mm2
40A Single point connection wire sizes up to 16 mm² can be used.
(8 AWG)
or

Based on wire sizes as per EN 60204-1:1997

Wire size
Current Connection configuration Note: If the fastener is used in an environment and with
(max.)
cables which are heat resistant up to at least 90°C, then
10 mm2 wire sizes up to 16 mm² can be used.
40A Single point connection
(8 AWG)

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

Performance 45
 5.8.4 Short circuit current

For discharging short circuit current while protecting electrical equipment or earth /
5.8.2 Short circuit current ground or bonded cable trays and ladders
5.8.2 Short circuit
For discharging shortcurrent
circuit current while protecting electrical equipment or earth / ground or bonded cable trays and ladders

Test standards Requirements

For discharging short circuit current while or test
protecting electrical criteria
equipment or earth / ground or bonded cable trays and ladders
Test Standards Requirements or test criteria
• Tight contact between bonding strap terminal and equipment frame
Test Standards Requirements
terminal andor test criteria
due to low electrical
•  Tightimpedance
contact between bonding strap equipment frame due to
low electrical impedance
IEC 61000-5-2 • Durably resistant to
•  •  Tight vibration
Durably resistant
contact betweento vibration
bonding strap terminal and equipment frame due to pass
IEC 61000-5-2 Pass
• Durably resistant
•  lowtoelectrical
corrosion
Durably resistant to corrosion
impedance
• Durably resistant
IEC 61000-5-2 to mechanical
•  •  Durably
Durably forces
resistanttotovibration
resistant andforces
mechanical pull and
outpull
forces
out forces
Pass
•  •  Durably
Short time current
resistant to withstand
corrosion ability in accordance to IEC EN 60947-7-2
•  Durably resistant to mechanical forces and pull out forces
A grounding connection
•  Short time must bewithstand
current capable of withstanding
ability in accordance to a high
IEC test
EN 60947-7-2
current (Itest) for anA grounding connection must be capable of withstanding a high test current
exposure time of 1 second.
(Itest) for an exposure time of 1 second.
A grounding connection must be capable of withstanding a high test current
Itest60947-7-2
= Acable [mm ](Ixtest
2 I
120
)= [A/mm
forAcable
an [mm22]]x 120
exposure time[A/mm 2]
of 1 second.
IEC EN 60947-7-2IEC EN test
where Acable = cross sectional area of the attached cable, exposure time 1
where Acable = cross sectional2 area of the2 attached cable, exposure time
second
Itest = Acable [mm ] x 120 [A/mm ]
IEC EN160947-7-2
second where Acable = cross sectional area of the attached cable, exposure time 1
i.e for wire size 10 mm2, a current of 1200 A for 1 sec
second
i.e for wire size 10 mm2, a current 2of 1200 A for 1 sec
i.e for wire size 10 mm , a current of 1200 A for 1 sec
A grounding connection must be capable of withstanding a high test current
• The grounding connection mustexposure
(Itest) for a specified be capable
time. of withstanding a high test
current (Itest) forAa grounding
Table
specified connection
exposure must time.
be capable of withstanding a high test current
(Itest ) for14.1, e.g. exposure time.
a specified
UL 467 •  14 AWG(2.1mm2) 300A for 4s
Table 14.1, e.g. Table •  12 AWG(3.3mm
14.1, e.g. 2) 470A for 4s
UL 467 UL 467 • 2 1410AWG(2.1mm
AWG(5.3mm
for 4s 2 2)) 1180A
750Afor
for4s4s
•  2)2300A
• 14 AWG(2.1mm• ) 300A
•  2 12 8AWG(3.3mm
AWG(8.4mm ) 470A forfor4s4s
• 12 AWG(3.3mm ) 470A for 4s
•  10 AWG(5.3mm2) 750A for 4s
• 10 AWG(5.3mm •  ) 750A
2
for 4s 2) 1180A for 4s
8 AWG(8.4mm
• 8 AWG(8.4mm2) 1180A for 4s
Tested Configuration Tested Fasteners Test Results

Tested Configuration Tested Fasteners Current Exposure

Test time
Results Result

X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4
Tested configuration Fasteners
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4
Current
1400 A (IEC) Test results
Exposure
1 stime Result
PASS
X-BT-ERM10/3
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER M10/3
X-BT-ER
X-BT-ER SN 4 SN 4
M6/7
W10/3
Current
1400 A (IEC) Exposure
1 s time Result
PASS
750 A (UL) 4s RATED
X-BT-ERM8/7
X-BT-ER W6/7SN
SN4 4
X-BT-ER W10/3
X-BT-ER SN
M6/74SN 4 1400 A (IEC) 1s pass
750
Note: A (UL)currents for a longer exposure
Higher 4s RATED
time will result in failed
X-BT-ER X-BT-ER
Single point connection M8/7 SN 4 SN 4
W6/7
connection.
750 A (UL) 4s pass
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 Note: Higher currents for a longer exposure time will result in failed
connection.
Single point connection Note: Higher currents for a longer exposure time will result in
Single point connection X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4
failed connection.
2240 A (IEC) 1s PASS
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 Current
2240 A (IEC) Exposure
1 s time Result
PASS
X-BT-ERM8/7
X-BT-ER W6/7SN
SN4 4
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER X-BT-ER
M8/7 SN 4
W6/7 SN 4 Note: Higher currents for an exposure time of 1 s will result in failed
2240 A (IEC) 1s pass
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
Double point connection connection
Note: Higher currents for an exposure time of 1 s will result in failed
X-BT-ER
Double point connection W6/7 SN 4 connection
Conclusion Note: Higher currents for an exposure time of 1 s will result in
Double point connection failed connection
ConclusionBased on short term current withstand ability Based on wire sizes as per IEC 60947-7-2 & UL 467
(irrespective of wire size) or (irrespective of current withstand ability)
Based on short term current withstand ability Based on wire sizes as per IEC 60947-7-2 & UL 467
Current (irrespective of wire Exposure
size) Connection or withstand ability)Connection
Fastener Wire size(irrespective
(Max.) of current
Fastener
(Max.) time configuration configuration
Current Exposure Connection Connection
Fastener
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 Wire size (Max.) X-BT-ERFastener
M10/3 SN 4
(Max.)
1400 A time
1s configuration configuration
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4
X-BT-ERM10/3
M8/7 SN 4 Single point 10 mm2 (IEC) X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 Single point
1400 A X-BT-ER 1s connection 10 AWG (UL) X-BT-ER M10/3 connection
750 A X-BT-ER M6/7
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 4s X-BT-ER M6/7
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4
X-BT-ER W6/7
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4SN 4 Single point 10 mm2 (IEC) X-BT-ER W6/7
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4SN 4 Single point
connection 10 AWG (UL) connection
750 A X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 4s X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ERW6/7
X-BT-ER M8/7SN
SN44 X-BT-ERW6/7
X-BT-ER M8/7SN
SN44
Double point Double point
2240 A X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 1s 16 mm2 (IEC X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
connection connection
X-BT-ERM8/7
X-BT-ER W6/7SNSN4 4 X-BT-ERM8/7
X-BT-ER W6/7SNSN4 4
Double point Double point
2240 A X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 1s 16 mm2 (IEC X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
connection connection
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4 X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4
This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.
For complete test details, please contact Hilti.

46 Performance
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Conclusions

Based on short term current withstand ability (irrespective of wire size)

Current (max.
Fastener Exposure time Connection configuration
recommended)
1250 A X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 1s
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 Single point connection
750 A X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 4s
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
1800 A X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 1s Double point connection
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4

or

Based on wire sizes as per IEC 60947-7-2 & UL 467 (irrespective of current withstand ability)
Wire size (max.) Fastener Connection configuration
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4
10 mm2 (IEC)
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 Single point connection
10 AWG (UL)
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4
16 mm (IEC)2
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 Double point connection
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.
For complete test details, please contact Hilti.

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 5.8.3 Lightning current
5.8.5 Lightning current
For high temporary current due to lightning.
For high temporary current due to lightning.
Test EN 50164-1:1999 “Lightning protection components Part 1: Requirements for connection components” and
Test standard
standard EN 50164-1 / prA1:2005 Test criteria

IEN 50164-1: 1999

Electrical
Electrical test
test with with
stress stress
of 3 ofor3100
times 50 times 50 orform
kA (signal 10010/350
kA μs)
“Lightning protection lightning current as follows:
(signal form 10/350 μs) lightning current as follows:
components Part 1: Test
Requirements
criteria
•  class H Imax = 100 kA ± 10 % W/R = 2,5 MJ/Ω ± 20 % td ≤ 2 ms.
for connection components”
• class H Imax = 100 kA ± 10 % W/R = 2,5 MJ/Ω ± 20 % td ≤ 2 ms.
and •  class N Imax = 50 kA ± 10 % W/R = 0,63 MJ/Ω ± 20 % td ≤ 2 ms.
• class N Imax = 50 kA ± 10 % W/R = 0,63 MJ/Ω ± 20 % td ≤ 2 ms.
EN 50164-1 / prA1:2005

Tested configuration Tested fasteners

Tested Configuration Tested Fasteners Test results
Test Results

Current Exposure time Contact resistance Result

X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 Current Exposure time
Contact
Result
resistance
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN M10/3
X-BT-ER 4 SN 4
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 50 kA
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4M8/7 SN 4 2 ms < 5 mΩ pass
X-BT-ER 50 kA 2 ms < 2,5 mΩ PASS
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4M6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4 Note: Higher currents for an exposure time of 2 ms will result in
Single point connection Note: Higher currents for an exposure time of 2 ms will result in failed
failed lightning connection.
lightning connection.
Single point connection
Tested configuration Tested fasteners Test results
In this connection configuration, the X-BT-ER is used as a fastener and not as an electrical conductor. The cable lug must be in direct
contact with non-coated base material. Please referCurrent
to requirementsExposure
in 2.6.3. time Contact resistance Result
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 100 kA 2 ms < 5< mΩ pass
100 kA 2 ms 2,5 mΩ PASS
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4M10/3 SN 4
X-BT-ER
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 Note: Higher currents for an exposure time of 2 ms will result in
Single point connection* Note: Higher currents for an exposure time of 2 ms will result in failed
failed lightning connection.
lightning connection
Single point connection
* In this connection configuration, the X-BT-ER is used as a fastener and not as an
electrical conductor. The cable lug must be in direct contact with non-coated base
material. Please refer to requirements in 2.6.3.
Conclusion
Conclusions

Based on EN 50164-1:1999 and EN 50164-1Based on EN 50164-1:1999 and EN 50164-1 / prA1:2005

/ prA1:2005
Current
Current (max.) Exposure
(Max.) time
Exposure timeFastener Fastener Connection
Connection configuration
configuration

X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN M10/3
X-BT-ER 4 SN 4
50 kA 2 ms X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4W10/3 SN 4
X-BT-ER
Single point connection
50 kA 2 ms X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 Single point connection
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4W6/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER

Based on EN 50164-1:1999 and EN 50164-1 / prA1:2005

In this connection configuration, the X-BT-ER is used as a fastener and not as an electrical conductor. The cable lug must
Current (max.) Exposure time
be in direct Fastener
contact with non-coated base material. Please refer to requirementsConnection
in 2.6.3. configuration

X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4
100 kA 2 ms
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 Single point connection*
100 kA 2X-BT-ER
ms W10/3 SN W10/3
X-BT-ER 4 SN 4 Single point connection
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4M8/7 SN 4
X-BT-ER

* In this connection configuration, the X-BT-ER is used as a fastener and not as an

electrical conductor. The cable lug must be in direct contact with non-coated base
material. Please refer to requirements in 2.6.3.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

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5.9 X-BT in stainless steel base material

Hilti internal report XE_07_26; Reinhard Buhri, 21.05.2007

Stainless steel is very hard, so the drilling technique differs from that used for
structural steel, the material for which the X-BT system has been optimized.
Driving the X-BT stud in stainless steel presents no problem, but drilling is decisive.

Test material and conditions

Type of drill bit: Standard TX-BT 4/7 step shank drill bit
Two special shank drill bits for stainless steel
Type of stainless steel material: Material number:
1.4401, 1.4462, 1.4529, 1.4539
Drilling procedure: Wet or dry
Number of tests: 495 drilling operations with 28 drill bits
Condition: Hand held operation, same as the standard operation

Results
• With all of the stainless steel materials tested, the standard TX-BT 4/7 drill bit
was found to perform better than special drill bits.
• Cooling the drill bit does not lead to better results.
• Use of a corded electric drill is recommended due to the longer drilling time.
• Best results are achieved with a corded drill set to a speed of 1,000 r.p.m.
• To achieve satisfactory drilling performance, much higher pressure must be
applied to the drill bit.
• About 25 to 35 holes can be drilled with a TX-BT 4/7 drill bit.
• Characteristic pull-out loads are in the 8 to 16 kN range, which provides an
adequate safety factor for the recommended loads.

Recommendation
For making fastenings in stainless steel with Hilti X-BT studs, we recommend use of
the standard TX-BT 4/7 drill bit with a drill tool having a speed close to 1,000 r.p.m.
The following Hilti models are suitable:
• UD 30 – set at gear 1 @ 1200 r.p.m
• UH 700 – set at gear 1 @ 900 r.p.m
• SF 22-A – set at gear 2 @ 1250 r.p.m (cordless tool)

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

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 5.10 X-BT under shock loading

Shock tests with X-BT studs and MQ channel systems for fastening electrical
cable and pipe runs are described in these documents:
Test certificate number QUINETIQ/CMS/TC040089;
QinetiQ Shock Test Laboratory, 15.01.2004
Report 2004-CMC-R017, TNO Delft, Netherlands, 29.05.2005

Mechanical and electrical equipment fastened with MQ channels and X-BT studs
tested under shock load.

• Small-bore pipe runs

• High-voltage cable runs
Test configuration: Two base plates • T-bars for fastening high-voltage cables
were populated with MQ channel
• Cable basket electrical runs
fastened with X-BT studs. The base
• Cable tray electrical runs
plates were rigidly attached to the
2-tonne shock loading machine.
All applications were tested with an effective acceleration of 1844 m/s2 in the three
orthogonal axes, in horizontal (longitudinal and side to side) and vertical direction.
In another test, X-BT studs with a mass of 3 kg each were installed on a shock test
rig and tested with a maximum effective acceleration of 4905m/s2.

Test results
• The channel system, the X-BT studs and the attached equipment remained
captive at all times.
• The tested effective acceleration of 1844 m/s2 corresponds to a shock load
of 188 g.
• The X-BT with a fastened mass of 3 kg withstood a shock load of 200 G in
horizontal (shear) and 500 G in longitudinal (tension) direction.

Lightweight high impact shock testing of Hilti X-BT studs for electrical cable
holder, electrical box and slotted channel installations are also described in
HI-TEST LABORATORIES, INC., Report No. 1475, April 30, 2007.
X-BT stud fastened assemblies were subjected to lightweight high impact shock
tests in accordance with MIL-S-901D(NAVY) and HI-TEST Procedure No. HT-1780-
TP-1, Revision “-”.

Testing was conducted at HI-TEST LABORATORIES, INC., Arvonia, Virginia, using

their standard Navy shock testing machine for lightweight equipment.
HI-TEST LABORATORIES, INC. is approved for class H.I. (High Impact) shock
testing by NAVSEA per NAVSEAINST 9491.1C dated 21 March 1996. Nine blows
were applied to each test item - three blows in each of the three mutually perpen-
dicular axes of the test item (from the top, back, and side) at hammer heights of 1,
3, and 5 feet. Two separate lightweight shock tests were performed, one for each
test panel. Shock test accelerations ranged from - 80 to 300 G's.

Test Results
There was no evidence of broken or loose parts during the test series. There was
also no evidence of damage to the test cables that could be considered an
electrical hazard.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

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5.11 X-BT stud in steel with a thickness of less than 8 mm

5.11.1 Pull-out capacity in thin steel

Load behavior on special steel structures,

Report XE_01_57; R. Buhri; 30. 11. 2001
Pull-out strength of blunt-tip stainless steel threaded studs,
Report XE_02_23; R. Buhri; 9.4.2002

The characteristic pull-out resistance of X-BT threaded studs is a bi-linear function

of base steel thickness as shown in section 5.2.2. A linear function can be derived
from this graph for calculation of the reduction factor for the resistance of X-BT
fastenings on steel with a thickness of less than 8 mm.

tll – 2
Reduction factor: α= 6 ; with tll : = thickness of base steel
4 mm ≤ tll ≤ 8 mm

Example
For a base steel thickness of 6 mm, the recommended loads using Hilti global
safety factors are:

Steel S235 / ASTM A36: Nrec,6 = 1.8 ⋅ (6-2)/6 = 1.2 kN

Steel S355 / grade 50: Nrec,6 = 2.3 ⋅ (6-2)/6 = 1.5 kN

5.11.2 Shear load capacity in thin steel

• Tensile and shear strength in thin steel,

Report XE-02-39, R. Buhri; 16.7.2002
• Bearing capacity in steel with a thickness of 4 to 6 mm,
Report XE-02-68; R. Buhri; 31.10.2002
• Shear strength of blunt-tip stainless steel threaded studs,
Report XE-01-45; R. Buhri; 10.10.2001
• ABS witnessed tests # MF 349780

A comparison of shear test data for 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm and 20 mm steel thick-
nesses has shown that base material thickness has no influence on the bearing
capacity of the X-BT stud. The failure mode and test results shown below lead to
the conclusion that this also applies to thin steel material with tII = 4.5 mm, which
is the mean embedment depth of the X-BT.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

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 X-BT shear loads on steel S235

Vu,m (kN)
Vum
Vrec

Steel thickness (mm)

Under pure shear loads, the failure mode of X-BT studs is yielding of the steel base
material as well as yielding of the stud itself, as shown in the following illustrations:

Plastic deformation of base steel Plastic deformation of X-BT

5.11.3 X-BT-ER electrical conductivity in thin steel

Reduction of the base material thickness to 6 mm will result in the same contact
area between the shank of the stud and the base material as with 8 mm material
(see drawing). The embedment depth of the stud is within the 4.5 to 5.6 mm range.

6 mm
8 mm Due to this, a reduction in electrical conductivity in 6 mm base steel is not expected
because the main parameter for electrical conductivity is the contact area between
base steel and the X-BT-ER stud.

It must be noted that no electrical conductivity tests have been carried out for base
steel with a thickness of less than 8 mm. The above statement is based on an engi-
neering judgment only.

General note
With a base steel thickness of less than 8 mm, it can no longer be ensured that
corrosion protection on the reverse side of the steel plate remains intact.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

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5.12 Chemical resistance of SN 12 sealing washer

(X-BT sealing washer)

Volum swell

Chemicals <20% 20-40% >40-60% 60-80% >80-100% >100%

 1. Water at 80°C ◼

 2. Sea water ◼

 3. Zinc chloride 10% ◼

 4. Sodium chloride 15% ◼

 5. Hydrochloric acid 10% ◼

 6. Acetic acid ◼

 7. Acrylonitrile ◼

 8. Aniline ◼

 9. n-Butyl acetate ◼

10. Diethylether ◼

11. Ethanol ◼

12. Glycerol ◼

13. n-Hexane ◼

14. Methanol ◼

15. Methylethylketone ◼

16. Nitrobenzene ◼

17. 1-Propanol ◼

18. Oil (ASTM-1) at 80°C ◼

19. Oil (ASTM-2) at 80°C ◼

20. Oil (ASTM-3) at 80°C ◼

21. Reference fuel B (isooctane/toluene, 70/30) ◼

22. Reference fuel C (isooctane/toluene, 50/50) ◼

23. Hydraulic brake fluid ◼

24. Hydraulic brake fluid at 100°C ◼

25. Antifreeze (ethylene glycol/water 50/50) at 125°C ◼

Material: 3.1107 Elastomer: CR ozone and UV resistance Temperature range: -40°C to +100°C

Volume swelling is a reaction of the material of the washer when it's in contact with the different substances. It’s used as a
parameter to describe the chemical reaction.
The swelling factor gives an indication of the behavior of the material, but swelling does not lead directly to loss of the sealing
property. With an installed stud, the washer is compressed against the base steel.
Without any specific requirement it can be stated that the washer is resistant to all substances where the volume swelling
value is not above 20 to 40%.

This summary is intended to be representative of the test(s) carried out. It is not intended to be a full and complete test report.

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 5.13 Material safety data sheet for SN12 sealing washer
acc. to ISO/DIS 11014

5.13.1 Identification of substance

Product details

Trade name: Plate 2.0x650x50.000 mm OE 3.1107

Application of the substance / the preparation: Rubber compound
Manufacturer/supplier:
PHOENIX CBS GmbH, Hannoversche Straße 88, D-21079 Hamburg
Information department:
Conseo GmbH Abteilung Umweltschutz, Hannoversche Straße 88
D-21079 Hamburg, 040 32809 2794
Emergency information:
0049(0)40 7667 2233

5.13.2 Composition/data on components

Chemical characterization
Description: Mixture of the substances listed below with non-hazardous additions

Dangerous components
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate T; R 60-61 2.5-10%
1309-48-4 magnesium oxide 2.5-10%
1314-13-2 zinc oxide 2.5-10%
68953-84-4 N,N'-Diaryl-p-phenylendiamine Xi, N; R 43-50/53 ≤ 1.0%
97-39-2 1,3-di-o-tolylguanidine T; R 25 ≤ 1.0%

Additional information: For the wording of the listed risk phrases refer to section 16.

5.13.3 Hazards identification

Hazard description U
Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
The product has been classified in accordance with EU directives / national laws
respectively. In the version marketed, it presents no risk to the environment or to
health. Following directive 67 / 54 8 EC, annex VI, point 9.3 it is not necessary to
be labelled.

Classification system
The classification was made according to the latest editions of international
substances lists and expanded upon from company and literature data.

NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) 

Health = 0, Fire = 0, Reactivity = 0  

HMIS-ratings (scale 0–4) )FBMUI 

Health = *0, Fire = 0, Reactivity = 0 'JSF 
3FBDUJWJUZ 

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5.13.4 First aid measures

General information: No special measures required.

After inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.
After skin contact: Generally the product does not irritate the skin.
After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
After swallowing: If symptoms persist consult doctor.

5.13.5 Fire fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing agents:

CO2, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or
alcohol resistant foam.

Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion

or resulting gases:
Formation of toxic gases is possible during heating or in case of fire.
In case of fire, the following can be released:
Carbon monoxide (CO), Sulphur dioxide (SO2), Hydrogen chloride (HCl)

Protective equipment: No special measures required.

5.13.6 Accidental release measures

Person-related safety precautions: Not required.

Measures for environmental protection: No special measures required.
Measures for cleaning/collecting: Pick up mechanically.
Additional information: No dangerous substances are released.

5.13.7 Handling and storage

Handling
Information for safe handling: No special measures required.
Information about protection against explosions and fires:
No special measures required.

Storage
Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:
No special requirements.
Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required.
Further information about storage conditions: None.

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 5.13.8 Exposure controls and personal protection

Additional information about design of technical systems:

No further data; see item 7.
Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
When working with the product N-nitrosamines can be liberated

117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

PEL 5 mg/m³
REL Short-term value: 10 mg/m³
Long-term value: 5 mg/m³
TLV 5 mg/m³
1309-48-4 magnesium oxide
PEL 15* mg/m³
fume
TLV 10 mg/m³
fume
1314-13-2 zinc oxide
PEL 15*; 5** mg/m³
Dust only *Total dust **Respirable dust
REL Short-term value: C 15*;10** mg/m³
Long-term value: 5,5** mg/m³
Zinc oxide, Dust only; *15-min Dust only; **Zinc
TLV Short-term value: 10** mg/m³
Long-term value: 10* 5** mg/m³
*dust **fume; *NIC-2 R; *10 R; *((e))

Additional information
The lists that were valid during formulation were used as a basis.

Personal protective equipment

General protective and hygienic measures:
The usual precautionary measures for handling chemicals should be followed.

Protection of hands
The glove material must be impermeable and resistant to the product / the sub-
stance / the preparation.
As no test information is available, no recommendation about glove material can be
given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of
diffusion and the degradation.

Glove material
Selection of suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on fur-
ther marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As the product
is a preparation of several substances, the resistance of the glove material can not
be calculated in advance and must therefore be checked prior to the
application.

Penetration time of glove material

The exact breaktrough time must be stated by the manufacturer of the protective
gloves and must be observed.

Eye protection
Not required.

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5.13.9 Physical and chemical properties

General Information
Form: Solid
Color: According to product specification
Odor: Characteristic
Change in condition
Melting point/melting range: Undetermined.
Boiling point/boiling range: Undetermined.
Flash point: Not applicable.
Ignition temperature: 370.0°C (698°F)
Auto igniting: Product is not self-igniting.
Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard.
Density at 20°C (68°F): 1.380 g/cm³
Solubility in / miscibility with
water: Insoluble.
Solvent content:
Organic solvents: 0.0 %
Solids content: 94.5 %

5.13.10 Stability and reactivity

Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided

No decomposition if used according to specifications.

Dangerous reactions
No dangerous reactions known.

Dangerous products of decomposition

Hydrogen chloride (HCl)
Toxic pyrolysis products.

5.13.11 Toxicological information

Acute toxicity
LD/LC50 values that are relevant for classification
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
Oral LD50 30600 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal LD50 25000 mg/kg (rbt)

Primary irritant effect

On the skin: No irritant effect.
On the eye: No irritating effect.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.

Additional toxicological information

The product is not subject to classification according to internally approved
calculation methods for preparations.
When used and handled according to specifications, the product does not have
any harmful effects according to our experience and the information provided
to us.

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 5.13.12 Ecological information

General notes
Generally not hazardous to water

5.13.13 Disposal considerations

Product

Recommendation
Smaller quantities can be disposed of with household waste.
Can be disposed of under observance of the technical instructions after
consultation with the local authorities and waste disposers.
Use one of the following waste key numbers.

Uncleaned packagings
Recommendation: Disposal must be according to official regulations.

5.13.14 Transport information

DOT regulations:
Hazard class: -
Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border):
ADR/RID class: -
Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class: -
Marine pollutant: No
Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class: -

Transport/additional information:
Not hazardous according to the above specifications.

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5.13.15 Regulations

Sara
Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances):
None of the constituents are listed.
Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings):
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act):
9010-98-4 Polychloropren CR
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
1309-48-4 magnesium oxide
1314-13-2 zinc oxide
97-39-2 1,3-di-o-tolylguanidine
101-67-7 bis(4-octylphenyl)amine
97-74-5 tetramethylthiuram monosulphide

Proposition 65
Chemicals known to cause cancer:
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity:
None of the constituents are listed.

Cancerogenity categories
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate B2
1314-13-2 zinc oxide D
IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer)
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate 2B
NTP (National Toxicology Program)
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate R
TLV (Threshold Limit Value established by ACGIH)
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate A3
MAK (GermanMaximumWorkplace Concentration)
None of constituents are listed.
NIOSH-Ca (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
117-81-7 bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
OSHA-Ca (Occupational Safety & Health Administration)
None of the constituents are listed.

Product-related hazard information

Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals.
The product has been classified in accordance with EU directives / national laws
respectively.
In the version marketed, it presents no risk to the environment or to health.
Following directive 67 / 548 EC, annex VI, point 9.3 it is not necessary
to be labelled.

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Hazard symbols

National regulations

Technical instructions (air)

Class Share in %
I 0.4
NK 5.5

Water hazard class: Generally not hazardous to water.

Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulations

Subject to the regulations for N-Nitrosamines.

5.13.16 Other information

This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not
constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish
a legally valid contractual relationship.

Department issuing MSDS: Conseo GmbH Abteilung Umweltschutz

Contact: Hr. Dr. Kräßig / Hr. Dr. Laugwitz

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 6. APPROVALS
6.1 American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

Certificate Number: 16-HS1545448-PDA

01/SEP/2016

Confirmation of Product Type Approval

Please refer to the "Service Restrictions" shown below to determine if Unit Certification is required for this product.
This certificate reflects the information on the product in the ABS Records as of the date and time the certificate is
printed.
Pursuant to the Rules of the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), the manufacturer of the below listed product held
a valid Manufacturing Assessment (MA) with expiration date of 30/AUG/2021. The continued validity of the
Manufacturing Assessment is dependent on completion of satisfactory audits as required by the ABS Rules.
And; a Product Design Assessment (PDA) valid until 14/AUG/2021 subject to continued compliance with the Rules
or standards used in the evaluation of the product.
The above entitle the product to be called Product Type Approved.
The Product Design Assessment is valid for products intended for use on ABS classed vessels, MODUs or facilities
which are in existence or under contract for construction on the date of the ABS Rules used to evaluate the
Product.
ABS makes no representations regarding Type Approval of the Product for use on vessels, MODUs or facilities
built after the date of the ABS Rules used for this evaluation.
Due to wide variety of specifications used in the products ABS has evaluated for Type Approval, it is part of our
contract that; whether the standard is an ABS Rule or a non-ABS Rule, the Client has full responsibility for
continued compliance with the standard.

Product Name: Fastening System

Model Name(s): Stainless powder-actuated Hilti X-BT threaded fasteners.
Presented to:
HILTI AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
FELDKIRCHERSTR. 100,
Liechtenstein

Intended Service: For fastening of fastened materials to base materials of carbon steel or stainless
steel in the Ship and Shipbuilding environment and in Offshore Structures.
Description: Fasteners Models: X-BT Models (M6 & W6, M8, M10, & W10), X-BT-ER Models,
X-BT-MR-N Models, Composite Fasteners: X-FCM-R & X-FCM-M Fasteners: X-BT
M6-24-6 SN-12-R, X-BT W6-24-6 SN-12-R, X-BT M8-15-6-R, X-BT M10-24-6-R,
X-BT W10-24-6-R, X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R, X-BT M10-24-6 SN12-R, X-BT
W10-24-6 SN12-R, X-BT-MR-N M8 fasteners, Grounding and bonding equipment:
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4, X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4, X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4, X-BT-ER M6/7
SN 4, X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4. Drilling Tool: XBT 4000-A, SF BT 22-A or SF BT 18-A
& TX-BT 4/7 drills, Fastening Tool: DX 351-BT & DX 351-BTG Corrosion resistant
steel threaded studs and accessories whereby fastening are made by using
powder actuated tools to drive the fasteners into their final positions through a
pre-drilled hole and without having to penetrate the base materials, in a process of
pressing and fusing. Composite fasteners are either made from stainless material
(X-FCM-R) or from duplex coated carbon steel (X-FCM-M)
Tier: 3
Ratings: 1. Refer to "Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification 07-2015" for the
recommended maximum loading in tension, shear, moment and torque, in
association with the 'Conditions for recommended loads' specified therein. 2.
Service Temperature: - 40 to 100 Celsius.
Service Restrictions: Unit Certification is not required for this product. If the manufacturer or purchaser

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request an ABS Certificate for compliance with a specification or standard, the

specification or standard, including inspection standards and tolerances, must be
clearly defined. 1) The Hilti X-BT fastenings are to be used for fastening various
materials to base metals of carbon/ stainless steel in ship and off-shore structures,
i.a.w. the "Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification". 2) To ensure that proper
anchoring/fastening mechanisms take place, i.e. pressing and fusing, the following
fastening tools as recommended by the manufacturer shall be used: Drill bit: TX-BT
4/7, for all X-BT models except X-BT-MR-N (drill bit TX-BT 4/5.5). Fastening Tool:
DX 351-BT & DX 351-BTG, Power Load 6.8/11M Brown. 3) Minimum base metal
strengths are to be as follows: a) Carbon Steel: Ult.Tensile Strength (fu) = 360
N/mm2 (52 ksi) b) Stainless Steel: Ult. Tensile Strength (fu) = 360 N/mm2 (52 ksi)
4) The fasteners are to be installed using installation procedures recommended by
the manufacturer. 5) In general, type approved X-BT fasteners are NOT to be used
for the following locations: a) On bulkheads/decks with a thickness less than 8 mm,
in case through penetration of the base material is not acceptable. If through
penetration is acceptable, the base material thickness can be reduced to minimum
4 mm (load reductions according to "Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification").
b) Watertight boundaries 6) When type approved X-BT fasteners are to be used on
structural members that are sensitive to stress patterns or variations and in areas
where notch toughness is of paramount importance, the Class D curve in-air
condition applies for fatigue design in case where the base material thickness >= 8
mm, edge distance >= 15 mm. This is applicable for structural steel grades with
nominal yield strength ranging from 235 to 460 N/mm^2. 7) When type approved
X-BT fasteners are to be used on structural members that are sensitive to stress
patterns or variations and in areas where notch toughness is of paramount
importance, the fatigue categories 90 (m=3) and 100 (m=5) according to EN
1993-1-9 (2005), as described in the X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification, are
applicable to the use of base material for S235 up to S460 grades according to EN
10025-2, EN 10025-3, EN 10025-4 and EN 10225 and for S690Q to S960Q grades
according to EN 10025-6 in case where the base material thickness >= 8 mm,
edge distance >= 15 mm.
Comments: The Manufacturer has provided a declaration about the control of, or the lack of
Asbestos in this product. In general, the Hilti X-BT fasteners may be used to fasten
materials in areas where welding or drilling for bolting is permissible. It is
recommended that fasteners be installed no closer than 6 mm from the edge of a
flange or cutout and no closer than 15 mm between fasteners. The following
additional guidance is provided for applications on ship structures: a) Acceptable
applications: i) The securing of grating panels ii) The securing of checker plate iii)
The securing of electrical cable trays iv) The securing of electrical cable clips v)
The securing of joiner bulkhead tracks to plating in deck modules vi) The securing
of light duty fixtures and light hangers vii) Securing of items (i-vi) above in fire rated
divisions viii) The securing of wall panel struts ix) The securing of exterior and
interior outfitting x) The securing of safety equipment xi) Use as grounding and
bonding equipment b) Acceptable locations: i) On platform decks and flats ii) On
non-tight bulkheads iii) On lower decks iv) On transverse side frames v) In
superstructures and deckhouse bulkheads vi) On Topside Deck members and
plating vii) On Deck Modules viii) On members and plating in non-tight bulkheads
ix) On members in longitudinal and traverse frames of hulls x) On fire rated
bulkheads of superstructures with a minimum thickness of 6mm provided the
fasteners are installed from the side opposite to the insulated side. Fasteners are
not to be installed behind, or imbedded in, structural insulation and the insulation in
no way is disturbed. c) Applications or locations where special care is
recommended (see d below): i) In members with significant thermal stresses ii) In
highly stressed portions of members iii) In members subject to high, cyclic loads iv)
Hangers for pipe systems with high thermal stresses v) Hangers for sprinkler
systems d) The Hilti X-BT fasteners may be used for the applications where special
care is recommended by following the manufacturer's recommendation. ABS
approvals are general based on the product test reports furnished by recognized
institutions and laboratories which may reflect specific local conditions. If any
application is in a jurisdiction where the fasteners are subject to the approval
process or specific guidelines are to be followed, the approved technical data or
design guidelines take precedence over technical data presented herein.
Notes / Documentation: Drawing No. 434872, Threaded stud X-BT M6/W6, Rev. 2, Page: 1; Drawing No.
5126797, Threaded stud X-BT M6/W6 SN12-R, Rev. 0, Page: 1; Drawing No.

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324199, Threaded stud X-BT SN12, Rev. 4, Page: 1; Drawing No. 323037, Pin
X-BT, Rev. 9, Page: 1; Drawing No. 324533, Threaded sleeve X-BT, Rev. 7, Page:
1; Drawing No. 324195, Sealing washer X-BT SN4, Rev. 7, Page: 1; Journal of
structural engineering Jan. 2002, Beck-Engelhardt_ASCE_Net section efficiency of
steel with PAFs, Rev. -, Page: 10; Report No. Kuhlmann_2015-1X, Report X-BT
Fatigue S690 S960, Rev. -, Page: 33; Report No. March 13 2013,
Eatherton_VT_Protected Zone - Summary of Tests, Rev. -, Page: 37; Report No.
Hilti_XE-02-07, Experimental investigations on the net section efficiency of steel,
Rev. -, Page: 64; Report No. CE/VPI-ST-13/05, Eatherton et al 2013 Effect of PAF
on Moment Connections, Rev. -, Page: 185; Report No. 5214006078_e,
September 5th, 2014, Empa-Test-Report, Rev. -, Page: 139. Report No. 07-2015,
Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification, Rev. -, Page: 88.
Term of Validity: This Product Design Assessment (PDA) Certificate 16-HS1545448-PDA, dated
15/Aug/2016 remains valid until 14/Aug/2021 or until the Rules or specifications
used in the assessment are revised (whichever occurs first). This PDA is intended
for a product to be installed on an ABS classed vessel, MODU or facility which is in
existence or under contract for construction on the date of the ABS Rules or
specifications used to evaluate the Product. Use of the Product on an ABS classed
vessel, MODU or facility which is contracted after the validity date of the ABS Rules
and specifications used to evaluate the Product, will require re-evaluation of the
PDA. Use of the Product for non ABS classed vessels, MODUs or facilities is to be
to an agreement between the manufacturer and intended client.
ABS Rules: Rules for Conditions of Classification, Part 1 – 2016 Steel Vessel Rules 1-1-4/7.7,
1-1-A3, 1-1-A4; ABS Rules for Conditions of Classification, Part 1 – 2016 Offshore
Units and Structures 1-1-4/9.7, 1-1-A2, 1-1-A3, which covers the following: Mobile
Offshore Drilling Units (2016): 3-2-2/11; 4-3-3/5.9;
National Standards:
International Standards: 2010 (2012 Edition) IMO Fire Test Procedures Code / Annex 2; 2004 EN 10025-2:
Part 2: Technical delivery conditions for non-alloy structural steels; 2004 EN
10025-3: Part 3: Technical delivery conditions for normalized/normalized rolled
weldable fine grain structural steels; 2004 EN 10025-4: Part 4: Technical delivery
conditions for thermomechanically rolled weldable fine grain structural steels; 2004
EN 10025-6: Part 6: Technical delivery conditions for flat products of high yield
strength structural steels in the quenched and tempered condition; 2005 EN
1993-1-9: Eurocode 3: Design of steel structures; 2009 EN 10225: Weldable
structural steels for fixed offshore structures: Technical delivery conditions;
Government Authority:
EUMED:
Others: Manufacturer's Standards

Model Certificate Model Certificate No Issue Date Expiry Date

PDA 16-HS1545448-PDA 25/AUG/2016 14/AUG/2021

ABS Programs
ABS has used due diligence in the preparation of this certificate and it represents the information on the product in the ABS Records as of the
date and time the certificate was printed. Type Approval requires Drawing Assessment, Prototype Testing and assessment of the
manufacturer's quality assurance and quality control arrangements. Limited circumstances may allow only Prototype Testing to satisfy Type
Approval. The approvals of Drawings and Products remain valid as long as the ABS Rule, to which they were assessed, remains valid. ABS
cautions manufacturers to review and maintain compliance with all other specifications to which the product may have been assessed. Further,
unless it is specifically indicated in the description of the product; Type Approval does not necessarily waive witnessed inspection or survey
procedures (where otherwise required) for products to be used in a vessel, MODU or facility intended to be ABS classed or that is presently in
class with ABS. Questions regarding the validity of ABS Rules or the need for supplemental testing or inspection of such products should, in all
cases, be addressed to ABS.

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6.2 Lloyd’s Register

Type Approval Certificate Extension

This is to certify that Certificate No. 03/00070(E2) for the undernoted products is extended and renumbered
as shown.

This certificate is issued to:

PRODUCER Hilti Corporation

PLACE OF FL-9494 Schaan

PRODUCTION Principality of Liechtenstein

DESCRIPTION Hilti X-BT direct mechanical fastening system, comprising Hilti

fastening tool, drill bit and power loads.

TYPE X-BT stainless steel threaded studs:

Threaded stud connections: X-BT M6-24-6, SN12-R;

X-BT W6-24-6, SN12-R;
X-BT M8-15-6-R;
X-BT M10-24-6-R;
X-BT W10-24-6-R;
X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R;
X-BT M10 24-6 SN12-R;
X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R;
X-BT-ER
X-BT-MR-N M8

Composite fasteners: X-FCM-R

Certificate No. 03/00070(E3)

M TES Sout hampt on Of f ice
Issue Date 20 October 2015
Lloyd's Register EM EA
Expiry Date 8 June 2018 LR031.1.2013.12

Sheet 1 of 2 J J Baghurst
Marine Technology & Engineering Services, Southampton
Lloyd’s Register EMEA
Lloyd’s Register EMEA
Southampton Boldrewood Innovation Campus, Burgess Road, Southampton, SO16 7QF
Lloyd's Register EMEA
Is a subsidiary of Lloyd's Register Group

Lloyd's Register Group Limited, its affiliates and subsidiaries and their respective officers, employees or agents are, individually and collectively, referred to
in this clause as the 'Lloyd's Register'. Lloyd's Register assumes no responsibility and shall not be liable to any person for any loss, damage or expense
caused by reliance on the information or advice in this document or howsoever provided, unless that person has signed a contract with the relevant
Lloyd's Register entity for the provision of this information or advice and in that case any responsibility or liability is exclusively on the terms and
conditions set out in that contract.

This is a copy of an electronic document. In the event of any conflict or ambiguity between the copy and the electronic document,
which is retained and published by Lloyd's Register, the original electronic and certified version shall always prevail.

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 APPLICATION For use in fastening to steel in marine, offshore and industrial
environments. Including structural steel Grades S690 and S960 in
compliance with Eurocode 3 Part 1-9 (EN 1993-1-9)

SPECIFIED STANDARDS Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification;

Hilti Direct Fastening technology manual, Product Information.

OTHER CONDITIONS 1. This Type Approval certificate is to be read in conjunction

with LR Technical Report no. 2003/CSG/TI/6331.

2. The minimum strength of the base material must be as stated

in the Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification.

3. The end user must ensure that the base and fastened
materials possess adequate corrosion resistance for the
environments in which they are to be used.

4. For use on LR Classed ships, the locations and systems for

which they are to be used are to be subject to a ship specific
agreement.

5. Fatigue classification in accordance with EN 1993-1-9:2005

– Eurocode 3: Design of steel structures, is equivalent to
category 90 m=3, and category 100 m=5,

“This Certificate is not valid for equipment, the design, ratings or operating parameters of which have been varied
from the specimen tested. The manufacturer should notify Lloyd’s Register EMEA of any modification or changes to
the equipment in order to obtain a valid certificate.”

The attached Design Appraisal Document No. 03/00070(E3) and its supplementary Type Approval Terms and
Conditions form part of this Certificate.

All other details remain as the previous Certificate No. 03/00070(E2) to which this extension should be attached.

Certificate No. 03/00070(E3)

Issue Date 20 October 2015

M TES Sout hampt on Of f ice
Expiry Date 8 June 2018
Lloyd's Register EM EA
Sheet 2 of 2 J J Baghurst
LR031.1.2013.12

Marine Technology & Engineering Services, Southampton

Lloyd’s Register EMEA
Lloyd’s Register EMEA
Southampton Boldrewood Innovation Campus, Burgess Road, Southampton, SO16 7QF
Lloyd's Register EMEA
Is a subsidiary of Lloyd's Register Group

Lloyd's Register Group Limited, its affiliates and subsidiaries and their respective officers, employees or agents are, individually and collectively, referred to
in this clause as the 'Lloyd's Register'. Lloyd's Register assumes no responsibility and shall not be liable to any person for any loss, damage or expense
caused by reliance on the information or advice in this document or howsoever provided, unless that person has signed a contract with the relevant
Lloyd's Register entity for the provision of this information or advice and in that case any responsibility or liability is exclusively on the terms and
conditions set out in that contract.

This is a copy of an electronic document. In the event of any conflict or ambiguity between the copy and the electronic document,
which is retained and published by Lloyd's Register, the original electronic and certified version shall always prevail.

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6.5 Bureau Veritas (BV)

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Certificate number: 23498/B0 BV

File number: ACM 139/1905/1
Product code: 0226H
This certificate is not valid when presented without the
full attached schedule composed of 7 sections

www.veristar.com

TYPE APPROVAL CERTIFICATE

This certificate is issued to
Hilti Aktiengesellschaft
SCHAAN - LIECHTENSTEIN
for the type of product
MECHANICAL FASTENING SYSTEM
HILTI X-BT MECHANICAL FASTENING SYSTEM

Requirements:
BUREAU VERITAS Rules for the Classification of Steel Ships
BUREAU VERITAS Rules for the Classification of Offshore Units
BUREAU VERITAS Rules for the Classification of Naval Ships
BUREAU VERITAS Rules for the Classification of Yachts

This certificate is issued to attest that BUREAU VERITAS did undertake the relevant approval procedures for the product identified above which
was found to comply with the relevant requirements mentioned above.

This certificate will expire on: 13 Jan 2021

For BUREAU VERITAS,

At BV HAMBURG, on 13 Jan 2016,
Adama Diene

This certificate remains valid until the date stated above, unless cancelled or revoked, provided the conditions indicated in the subsequent page(s) are complied
with and the product remains satisfactory in service. This certificate will not be valid if the applicant makes any changes or modifications to the approved product,
which have not been notified to, and agreed in writing with BUREAU VERITAS. Should the specified regulations or standards be amended during the validity of
this certificate, the product(s) is/are to be re-approved prior to it/they being placed on board vessels to which the amended regulations or standards apply. This
certificate is issued within the scope of the General Conditions of BUREAU VERITAS Marine & Offshore Division available on the internet site www.veristar.com.
Any Person not a party to the contract pursuant to which this document is delivered may not assert a claim against BUREAU VERITAS for any liability arising out
of errors or omissions which may be contained in said document, or for errors of judgement, fault or negligence committed by personnel of the Society or of its
Agents in establishment or issuance of this document, and in connection with any activities for which it may provide.

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Certificate number: 23498/B0 BV

THE SCHEDULE OF APPROVAL

1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION :

Hilti X-BT mechanical fastening system, comprising Hilti fastening tool, power load, drill bit, stainless steel threaded studs
and accessories, whereby fastenings are made by using powder-actuated tools to drive the fasteners into their final positions into
a pre-drilled hole and without having to penetrate the base materials in a process of pressing and fusing.

Identification of Components:
Component Name Designation
X-BT M6-24-6 SN12-R Stainless steel threaded stud M6 with sealing washer
X-BT W6-24-6 SN12-R Stainless steel threaded stud W6 with sealing washer
X-BT M8-15-6-R Stainless steel threaded stud M8
X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R Stainless steel threaded stud M8 with sealing washer
X-BT M10-24-6-R Stainless steel threaded stud M10
X-BT M10-24-6 SN12-R Stainless steel threaded stud M10 with sealing washer
X-BT W10-24-6-R Stainless steel threaded stud 3/8"
X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R Stainless steel threaded stud 3/8" with sealing washer
X-BT-ER M6/7 SN 4 Stainless steel threaded stud for electrical connections
X-BT-ER W6/7 SN 4 Stainless steel threaded stud for electrical connections
X-BT-ER M8/7 SN 4 Stainless steel threaded stud for electrical connections
X-BT-ER M10/3 SN 4 Stainless steel threaded stud for electrical connections
X-BT-ER W10/3 SN 4 Stainless steel threaded stud for electrical connections
X-BT-MR-N M8/4 N 4 Stainless steel threaded stud for fastening applications to cranes
X-BT-MR-N M8/14 N 4 Stainless steel threaded stud for fastening applications to cranes
X-FCM-R 25/30 Stainless steel grating fastener
X-FCM-R 1 – 1 1/4 Stainless steel grating fastener
X-FCM-R 35/40 Stainless steel grating fastener
X-FCM-R 45/50 Stainless steel grating fastener
X-FCM-M 25/30 Grating fastener, carbon steel, duplex coated
X-FCM-M 1 – 1 1/4 Grating fastener, carbon steel, duplex coated
X-FCM-M 35/40 Grating fastener, carbon steel, duplex coated
X-FCM-M 45/50 Grating fastener, carbon steel, duplex coated
TX-BT 4/7 4/7 step drill bit
TX-BT 4/5.5 4/5.5 step drill bit (for models X-BT-MR-N M8/14 N4 and
XBT-MR-N M8/4 N4)
DX 351 BTG Fastening tool
X-351-BT FG G Components for fastening tool
X-351-BT P G Components for fastening tool
DX 351 BT Fastening tool
X-351-BT FG M1024 Components for fastening tool
X-351-BT FG W1024 Components for fastening tool
X-351-BT P 1024 Components for fastening tool
6.8/11M brown Cartridge

2. DOCUMENTS AND DRAWINGS :

Designation Revision / Date

Hilti X-BT Threaded Fastener Specification Edition July2015
Hilti Direct Fastening Technology Manual Edition May 2015
Technical documentation on Hilti X-BT direct fastening system Edition May 2011

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3. TEST REPORTS :

According to the following tests:

- Test Report No. 257/09 at Bautechnische Versuchsanstalt HTL Rankweil/AUSTRIA on 27.09.2010
- Investigation Report 901 8035 000/Bf at MPA University of Stuttgart/GERMANY on 02.11.2009
- Test Report No. 095/10 at Bautechnische Versuchsanstalt HTL Rankweil/AUSTRIA on 11.06.2010
- Report No. 09-IK-0208.32V3_e at Electrosuisse, Fehraltorf/SWITZERLAND on 06.04.2011
- Test Report No. CF-791 at Dehn+Söhne GmbH+Co. KG, Neumarkt/GERMANY on 22.03.2006
- Report No. 2010-57X at University of Stuttgart/GERMANY on 28.12.2010
- Test Report No. TWU FSRL-13/09 at Hilti Corporation, Schaan/LIECHTENSTEIN on 20.04.2010
- Test Report No. 453´150/1e at EMPA, Dübendorf/SWITZERLAND on 09.03.2010
- Test Report No. 453´150/2e at EMPA, Dübendorf/SWITZERLAND on 11.05.2010
- Test Report No. 453´150/3e at EMPA, Dübendorf/SWITZERLAND on 10.06.2010
- Test Report No. 455´377/e at EMPA, Dübendorf/SWITZERLAND on 08.12.2010
- Report No. 09-IK-0208.C01 at Electrosuisse, Fehraltorf/SWITZERLAND on 22.05.2015
- Report No. 2015-1X at University of Stuttgart/GERMANY on 15.01.2015
- Test Report No. 5214006078/e at EMPA, Dübendorf/SWITZERLAND on 07.10.2014

4. APPLICATION / LIMITATION :

4.1 The mechanical fastening system is intended for fastening applications in shipbuilding, offshore and crane structures as far
as the BUREAU VERITAS Rules are complied with:
- Metal and fiberglass grating
- Cable, conduit and tubing connectors
- Trays, channels and struts for cable, conduit and tubing runs
- Instrumentation, Junction Boxes, Lighting
- Pipe hangers
- Signage
- Door frames
- Mounting cabinets, securing furniture, utensils, etc.
- Earthing (Grounding), bonding (e.g. for equipment, pipe flanges, storage tanks, junction boxes etc.)
to coated steel and/or high strength steel and to structural steel according to EN 100025 (S235, S275, S355, S420, S460,
S690, S960).

4.2 The minimum thickness of the base material is not to be less than 8 mm, through penetration of base steel is not allowed.

4.3 The maximum thickness of the fastened material is for the X-BT M8 not to be more than 7.0 mm, for the X-BT M6 / X-BT
W6 not to be more than 14.0 mm and for the X-BT M10 / X-BT W10 not to be more than 15.0 mm.

4.4 The minimum distance to the edge of a flange or cutout is not to be less than 6 mm and the minimum spacing between
fasteners is not to be less than 15 mm.

4.5 The minimum yield strength of the base steel is not to be less than 235 N/mm^2 and the minimum tensile strength is not
to be less than 340 N/mm^2.

4.6 The mechanical fastening system may be used in areas where drilling for bolting is permissible.

4.7 The maximum tightening torque of grating disc or nut fitted to the threaded fastener is not to be more than 8 Nm.

4.8 The fasteners are not to be used on structural members requiring fatigue verification.

4.9 The manufacturer’s assembly instructions and recommendations are to be complied with.

5. PRODUCTION SURVEY REQUIREMENTS :

5.1 The mechanical fastening systems are to be supplied by the manufacturer in compliance with the type described in this
certificate.

5.2 This type of product is within the category HBV of Bureau Veritas Rule Note NR320.

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5.3 Hilti Aktiengesellschaft has to make the necessary arrangements to have its works recognised by BUREAU VERITAS in
compliance with the requirements of NR320 for HBV products :
Hilti Plant 1
Feldkircherstrasse 100
PO Box 333
FL-9494 Schaan
Liechtenstein
and
Precistec s.r.o.
Pod Stadionem 7
74221 Koprivnice
Czech Republic

The accessory, the grating fastener X-FCM-R and X-FCM-M, are manufactured at the following production site:
WP-Wörgartner Produktions GmbH
Bahnhofstraße 21
A-6372 Oberndorf
Austria
and
Ningbo World broad hardware & Electrical Co., Ltd
No. 139 Xinyang Road Ditang Town Yuyao City, Zhejiang, China
315491, Ningbo City, Zhejiang Province

6. MARKING OF PRODUCT :

The mechanical fastening system should be clearly identified with:

- Manufacturer’s name or logo
- Type designation

7. OTHERS :

7.1 The mechanical fastening systems will be delivered with the relevant documentation / user’s guide.

7.2 This approval is given on the understanding that the Society reserves the right to require check tests to be carried out on
the units at any time and that Hilti Aktiengesellschaft, Schaan – Liechtenstein will accept full responsibility for
informing shipbuilders, ship owners or their subcontractors of the proper methods of use and general maintenance of the
units and the conditions of this approval.

7.3 This certificate supersedes the Type Approval Certificate N° 23498/A1 BV issued on 28 Mar 2012 by the Society.

*** END OF CERTIFICATE ***

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6.6 ICC Evaluation Services (ICC-ES)

Most Widely Accepted and Trusted

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ICC-ES Report ESR-2347

ICC-ES Reissued 12/2015
000| (800) 423-6587 | (562) 699-0543 | www.icc-es.org This report is subject to renewal 12/2017.

DIVISION: 05 00 00—METALS
SECTION: 05 05 23—METAL FASTENINGS

REPORT HOLDER:

HILTI, INC.
7250 DALLAS PARKWAY, SUITE 100
PLANO, TEXAS 75024

EVALUATION SUBJECT:

HILTI LOW-VELOCITY POWDER-ACTUATED DRIVEN THREADED STUDS FOR

ATTACHMENT TO STEEL

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recommendation for its use. There is no warranty by ICC Evaluation Service, LLC, express or implied, as
to any finding or other matter in this report, or as to any product covered by the report.

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Reissued December 2015
Revised December 2016
This report is subject to renewal December 2017.

www.icc-es.org | (800) 423-6587 | (562) 699-0543 A Subsidiary of the International Code Council ®

DIVISION: 05 00 00—METALS in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications, and

Section: 05 05 23—Metal Fastenings zinc-plated in accordance with ASTM B633 SC 1, Type III.
These studs are supplied with a plastic washer. See Figure
REPORT HOLDER: 1 for a depiction of the fasteners.
3.1.2 X-CRM8 Threaded Studs: These pointed-tip studs
HILTI, INC.
consist of a threaded sleeve and a drive pin. The threaded
7250 DALLAS PARKWAY, SUITE 100
sleeve is manufactured from SAE 316 stainless steel.
PLANO, TEXAS 75024
These studs are supplied with a plastic washer. The drive
(800) 879-8000
pin is manufactured from a proprietary CrNiMo alloy
www.us.hilti.com
complying with the requirements of SAE 316. See Figure 2
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for a depiction of the fastener.
EVALUATION SUBJECT: 3.1.3 X-ST-GR M8 Threaded Studs: These pointed-tip
studs consist of a threaded sleeve and a drive pin. The
HILTI LOW-VELOCITY POWDER-ACTUATED DRIVEN threaded sleeve is manufactured from SAE 316 stainless
THREADED STUDS FOR ATTACHMENT TO STEEL steel. These studs are supplied with plastic washers.
The drive pin is manufactured from stainless steel
1.0 EVALUATION SCOPE conforming to specifications in the manufacturer’s quality
documentation. See Figure 3 for a depiction of the
Compliance with the following codes:
fastener.
 2015, 2012, 2009 and 2006 International Building
3.1.4 X-BT Threaded Studs:
Code® (IBC)
 2015, 2012, 2009 and 2006 International Residential 3.1.4.1 X-BT M8, X-BT W10 and X-BT M10: These blunt
Code® (IRC) tip studs consist of a threaded sleeve and a drive pin, and
may have a stainless steel/bonded elastomer sealing
 2013 Abu Dhabi International Building Code (ADIBC)† washer, designated SN12-R. The threaded sleeve and
†
The ADIBC is based on the 2009 IBC. 2009 IBC code sections referenced washer are manufactured from SAE 316 stainless steel.
in this report are the same sections in the ADIBC. The drive pin is manufactured from a proprietary CrNiMo
Property evaluated: alloy complying with the requirements of SAE 316. See
Figure 4 for a depiction of the fasteners.
Structural
2.0 USES 3.1.4.2 X-BT M6 and X-BT W6: These blunt tip studs are
formed as a single piece from a proprietary CrNiMo alloy
The Hilti Powder-Actuated Driven Threaded Studs are complying with the requirements of SAE 316 stainless
used as alternatives to the welds and bolts used to attach steel, and have a stainless steel/bonded elastomer sealing
materials to structural steel, which are described in IBC washer designated SN12-R. See Figure 5 for a depiction of
Sections 2204.1 and 2204.2, respectively. The fasteners the fasteners.
may be used for structures regulated under the IRC, when
an engineered design is submitted in accordance with IRC 3.1.5 X-BT-MF: These blunt tip studs consist of a
Section R301.1.3. threaded sleeve and a drive pin, and have a combination
stainless steel/bonded elastomer sealing washer
3.0 DESCRIPTION designated SN4. They are also supplied with a plastic nut
3.1 General: or a stainless steel nut. The drive pin is manufactured from
a proprietary stainless steel conforming to specifications in
Hilti low-velocity powder-actuated threaded studs are
the manufacturer’s quality documentation. The threaded
fasteners with male threads for attachment of building
sleeve is manufactured from glass-fiber-reinforced
materials on one end and a pointed- or blunt-tip shank on
polyamide material. See Figure 6 for a depiction of the
the other end for embedment into the supporting steel. The
fasteners.
threaded studs are available with the thread designations,
shank diameters, lengths and materials shown in Table 1. 3.2 Steel Substrates:
3.1.1 X-EW6H and X-EW10H Threaded Studs: These Structural steel must comply with the minimum
pointed-tip studs are formed from carbon steel, hardened requirements of ASTM A36, ASTM A572 Grade 50 or

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ASTM A992, and must have the minimum thicknesses, pilot hole predrilled to the required depth with a Hilti
yield strength and tensile strength as shown in Tables 2 TX-BT 4/7 step shank drill bit, in accordance with
and 3, as applicable. the manufacturer’s published installation instructions.
4.0 DESIGN AND INSTALLATION Installation instructions for the X-BT and X-BT-MF
threaded studs are illustrated in Figures 9 and 10,
4.1 Design: respectively. In accordance with the manufacturer’s
4.1.1 Allowable Loads: The most critical applied loads, instructions, the X-BT-MF threaded studs must be installed
excluding seismic load effects, resulting from the load with the Hilti supplied flange nuts.
combinations in IBC Section 1605.3.1 or 1605.3.2 must not 4.2.3 Use with Treated Lumber: Hilti stainless steel
exceed the allowable loads given in this section. For threaded studs may be installed in contact with
fasteners which are subjected to seismic loads, see preservative-treated wood or fire-retardant-treated wood,
Section 4.1.3 for additional requirements. The allowable as set forth in the applicable code. Carbon steel threaded
shear and tension loads for the threaded studs installed in studs may be used in contact with fire-retardant-treated
steel are found in Tables 2 and 3. The stress increases wood in dry, interior locations only, in accordance with
and load reductions described in IBC Section 1605.3 are 2015 IBC Section 2304.10.5.4 (2012 and 2009 IBC Section
not allowed. Allowable loads listed in Tables 2 and 3 apply 2304.9.5.4) and Hilti’s recommendations. Use of carbon
to the connection of the stud to the base material only. steel threaded studs in contact with preservative-treated
Other limit states applicable to the design of a connection, wood and with fire-retardant-treated wood in exterior
which are governed by the properties of the attached applications is outside the scope of this report.
material, are outside the scope of this report. Design of the
connection between the threaded stud and the attached 5.0 CONDITIONS OF USE
material must comply with the applicable requirements of The Hilti Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated Driven Threaded
the IBC. When designing the connection of wood members Studs described in this report comply with, or are suitable
to the base material, the bending yield strength of the alternatives to what is specified in, those codes listed in
threaded studs can be assumed to be the same as that of Section 1.0 of this report, subject to the following
a nail with the same shank diameter as the stud. conditions:
4.1.2 Combined Loading: For fasteners subjected to 5.1 The fasteners are manufactured and identified in
both tension and shear loads, compliance with the accordance with this report.
following interaction equation must be verified: 5.2 Fastener installation complies with this report and the
(p/Pa) + (v/Va) ≤ 1.0 Hilti, Inc. published instructions. In the event of
where: conflict between this report and the Hilti, Inc.,
published instructions, the more restrictive
p = Actual tension load on the fastener, lbf (N). requirements govern.
Pa = Allowable tension load for the fastener, lbf (N). 5.3 Calculations demonstrating that the actual loads are
v = Actual shear load on the fastener, lbf (N). less than the allowable loads described in this report
Va = Allowable shear load for the fastener, lbf (N). must be submitted to the code official for approval.
The calculations must be prepared by a registered
4.1.3 Seismic Considerations: When the Hilti threaded design professional where required by the statutes of
studs (except for the X-ST-GR) are installed in steel and the jurisdiction in which the project is constructed.
are subjected to seismic loads, the most critical load
applied to each individual stud must be determined from 5.4 Refer to Section 4.1.3 for seismic considerations.
the applicable equations in IBC Section 1605.3.1 or 5.5 Stainless steel threaded studs may be installed in
Section 1605.3.2, and must not exceed the allowable exterior, damp environments. Qualification of glass-
seismic load shown in Table 2 or 3, including the footnotes, fiber-reinforced polyamide material is outside the
as applicable. Recognition of the Hilti fasteners for use in scope of this report. Use of carbon steel threaded
the design of lateral force resisting systems, such as shear studs is limited to dry, interior locations, which include
walls and diaphragms, is outside the scope of this report. exterior walls which are protected by an exterior wall
The X-ST-GR fasteners may be used where the service envelope.
load on any individual fastener does not exceed the lesser 5.6 Installation must comply with Section 4.2.3 regarding
of 250 lbf (1112 N) or the published allowable load shown fasteners in contact with preservative-treated and fire-
in Table 2. retardant-treated wood.
4.2 Installation: 5.7 Installers must be certified by Hilti, Inc., and have a
4.2.1 General: The powder-actuated threaded studs must current, Hilti-issued, operator’s license.
be installed in accordance with this report and the Hilti, Inc. 5.8 The Hilti products addressed in this report are
published installation instructions. A copy of these manufactured under a quality-control program with
instructions must be available on the jobsite at all times inspections by ICC-ES.
during installation. Installation is limited to dry, interior
locations, except for stainless steel fasteners, which may 6.0 EVIDENCE SUBMITTED
be installed in exterior or damp environments. Data in accordance with the ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria
Fastener placement requires the use of a Hilti low- for Power-Actuated Fasteners Driven into Concrete, Steel
velocity powder-actuated tool in accordance with Hilti, Inc. and Masonry Elements (AC70), dated February 2016,
recommendations. Threaded studs must be installed with including seismic load test data in accordance with Annex
stud stand-off, hNVS, dimensions as defined in Figure 7 and A of AC70.
Table 1. Minimum spacing between fasteners must be 7.0 IDENTIFICATION
1 inch (25.4 mm) and minimum edge distance must be Each package of fasteners is labeled with the product
1
/2 inch (12.7 mm). Installers must be certified by Hilti and designation, the manufacturer’s name (Hilti), and the
have a current, Hilti-issued, operator’s license. evaluation report number (ESR-2347). See Figure 8 for
4.2.2 X-BT and X-BT-MF Blunt-tip Threaded Studs: head markings.
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TABLE 1—THREADED STUD DESCRIPTIONS

NOMINAL NOMINAL
SHANK THREADED STUD
THREAD THREAD SHANK 1
PRODUCT DESIGNATION DIAMETER MATERIAL STAND-OFF, hNVS
DESIGNATION LENGTH LENGTH
in. (mm) in. (mm)
in. (mm) in. (mm)
Pointed-Tip
1 7 3 3 1
X-EW6H-11-9 UNC /4-inch 0.145 (3.7) /16 (11) /8 (9) Carbon steel /8 – / 2 (9.5-12.5)
1 3 3 23 27
X-EW6H-20-9 UNC /4-inch 0.145 (3.7) /4 (20) /8 (9) Carbon steel /32 – /32 (18.5-21.5)
1 1 3 1 5
X-EW6H-28-9 UNC /4-inch 0.145 (3.7) 1 /8 (28) /8 (9) Carbon steel 1 /16 – 1 /32 (26.5-29.5)
1 1 3 7 9
X-EW6H-38-9 UNC /4-inch 0.145 (3.7) 1 /2 (38) /8 (9) Carbon steel 1 /16 – 1 /16 (36.5-39.5)
3 3 9 3 7
X-EW10H-30-14 UNC /8-inch 0.205 (5.2) 1 /16 (30) /16 (14) Carbon steel 1 /32 – 1 /32 (28.0-31.0)

X-CRM8-9-12 3 1 15 19
Metric 8 mm 0.157 (4.0) /8 (9) /2 (12) Stainless steel /32 – /32 (12.0–15.0)
X-ST-GR M8/5

X-CRM8-15-12 5 1 21 25
Metric 8 mm 0.157 (4.0) /8 (15) /2 (12) Stainless steel /32 – /32 (17.0–20.0)
X-ST-GR M8/10
Blunt-Tip
1 15 1 1
X-BT W6-24-6 SN12-R UNC /4-inch 0.177 (4.5) /16 (24) /4 (6) Stainless steel 1 – 1 /16 (25.7-26.8)
15 1 1
X-BT M6-24-6 SN12-R Metric 6 mm 0.177 (4.5) /16 (24) /4 (6) Stainless steel 1 – 1 /16 (25.7-26.8)
2 5 1 5 11
X-BT M8-15-6-R Metric 8 mm 0.177 (4.5) /8 (15) /4 (6) Stainless steel /8 – /16 (15.7-16.8)
2 5 1 5 11
X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R Metric 8 mm 0.177 (4.5) /8 (15) /4 (6) Stainless steel /8 – /16 (15.7-16.8)
2 3 15 1 1
X-BT W10-24-6-R UNC /8-inch 0.177 (4.5) /16 (24) /4 (6) Stainless steel 1 – 1 /16 (25.7–26.8)
2 3 15 1 1
X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R UNC /8-inch 0.177 (4.5) /16 (24) /4 (6) Stainless steel 1 – 1 /16 (25.7–26.8)
2 15 1 1
X-BT M10-24-6-R Metric 10 mm 0.177 (4.5) /16 (24) /4 (6) Stainless steel 1 – 1 /16 (25.7–26.8)
2 15 1 1
X-BT M10-24-6 SN12-R Metric 10 mm 0.177 (4.5) /16 (24) /4 (6) Stainless steel 1 – 1 /16 (25.7–26.8)
15 1 Stainless steel pin/ 1
X-BT-MF M10/10 SN4 Metric 10 mm 0.177 (4.5) /16 (24) /4 (6) 1 – 1 /16 (25.7–26.8)
plastic sleeve
3 15 1 Stainless steel pin/ 1
X-BT-MF W10/10 SN4 UNC /8-inch 0.177 (4.5) /16 (24) /4 (6) 1 – 1 /16 (25.7–26.8)
plastic sleeve
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
1
See Figure 7 for depiction of hNVS.
2
The suffix "Spec" may follow the M8, M10 and W10 designations, indicating the use of an alternate proprietary stainless steel specification.

1,2,3
TABLE 2—ALLOWABLE LOADS FOR POINTED-TIP THREADED STUDS DRIVEN INTO STEEL (lbf)

Steel Thickness (in.)

Shank 3 1 3 1 3
Fastener /16 /4 /8 /2 ≥ /4
Dia. (in.)
Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear
X-EW6H 0.145 360 500 500 600 500 600 500 600 - -
X-EW10H 0.205 - - 970 1000 1100 1100 1100 1100 800 800
X-CRM8
4 0.157 - - 405 405 405 405 405 405 - -
X-ST-GR M8
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 lbf = 4.4 N, 1 psi = 6895 Pa.
Notes:
1
Tabulated allowable load values based upon embedment in steel such that threaded stud stand-off, hNVS, complies with Table 1.
2
All allowable load capacities above are based on base steel with minimum yield strength (Fy) of 36 ksi and a minimum tensile strength (Fu) of 58 ksi.
3
Unless otherwise noted, allowable loads are applicable to static and seismic loads in accordance with Section 4.1.
4
Tabulated loads for the X-ST-GR fastener apply to static load conditions only. For seismic loading, allowable load must be limited in accordance with
Section 4.1.3.

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TABLE 3—ALLOWABLE LOADS FOR BLUNT-TIP (X-BT and X-BT-MF) THREADED STUDS
5 1,2,3,4
DRIVEN INTO STEEL ≥ /16 INCH THICK

Fastener Shank Dia. (in.) Tension (lbf) Shear (lbf)

X-BT M6, X-BT W6, X-BT M8, 5 6
0.177 405 585
X-BT M10, or X-BT W10
5 6
X-BT-MF M10 or X-BT-MF W10 0.177 340 500
For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 lbf = 4.4 N, 1 psi = 6895 Pa.
Notes:
1
Tabulated allowable load values based upon embedment in steel such that threaded stud stand-off, hNVS, complies with Table 1.
2
All allowable load capacities above apply to base steel with minimum yield strength (Fy) of 36 ksi and a minimum tensile strength (Fu) of 58 ksi.
3
Installation of X-BT fasteners must be in accordance with Section 4.2.2 and Figure 9 of this report.
4
Installation of X-BT-MF fasteners must be in accordance with Section 4.2.2 and Figure 10 of this report.
5
Tabulated allowable tension load is applicable to static and seismic loads in accordance with Section 4.1.
6
Tabulated allowable shear load is applicable to static and seismic loads in accordance with Section 4.1 and the following: For seismic loads for the
X-BT M6 and X-BT W6 fasteners, multiply the tabulated shear load by 0.915; for seismic loads for the X-BT M8, X-BT M10 and X-BT W10 fasteners
multiply the tabulated shear by 0.983. For the X-BT-MF M10 and X-BT-MF W10 fasteners, no adjustment is needed.

FIGURE 1—HILTI X-EW6H AND FIGURE 2—HILTI X-CRM8 FIGURE 3—HILTI X-ST-GR M8
X-EW10H THREADED STUDS THREADED STUDS THREADED STUDS

FIGURE 4—HILTI X-BT BLUNT-TIP FIGURE 5–HILTI X-BT M6 AND W6 FIGURE 6—HILTI X-BT-MF BLUNT-TIP
THREADED STUD WITH AND THREADED STUDS WITH SN12-R THREADED STUD WITH SN4 SEALING
WITHOUT SN12-R SEALING WASHER SEALING WASHER WASHER

FIGURE 7—DEPICTION OF THREADED STUD STAND-OFF, hNVS,

FOR POINTED-TIP AND BLUNT-TIP THREADED STUDS

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Carbon steel studs Stainless steel pointed tip studs X-BT-MF blunt tip studs
and X-BT blunt tip studs

FIGURE 8—DEPICTION OF IDENTIFYING HEAD MARKINGS FOUND ON TOP OF THREADED STUDS

FIGURE 9—INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR HILTI X-BT THREADED STUDS

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FIGURE 10—INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR HILTI X-BT-MF THREADED STUDS

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ICC-ES Evaluation Report ESR-2347 FBC Supplement

Reissued December 2015
Revised December 2016
This report is subject to renewal December 2017.

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DIVISION: 05 00 00—METALS
Section: 05 05 23—Metal Fastenings

REPORT HOLDER:

HILTI, INC.
7250 DALLAS PARKWAY, SUITE 100
PLANO, TEXAS 75024
(800) 879-8000
www.us.hilti.com
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EVALUATION SUBJECT:

HILTI LOW-VELOCITY POWDER-ACTUATED DRIVEN THREADED STUDS FOR ATTACHMENT TO STEEL

1.0 REPORT PURPOSE AND SCOPE

Purpose:
The purpose of this evaluation report is to indicate that the Hilti Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated Driven Threaded Studs for
Attachment to Steel, recognized in ICC-ES master evaluation report ESR-2347, have also been evaluated for compliance
with the codes noted below.
Applicable code editions:
 2014 Florida Building Code—Building
 2014 Florida Building Code—Residential
2.0 CONCLUSIONS
The Hilti Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated Driven Threaded Studs for Attachment to Steel, described in Sections 2.0 through
7.0 of the master report ESR-2347, comply with the 2014 Florida Building Code—Building and the 2014 Florida Building
Code—Residential, provided the design and installation are in accordance with the 2012 International Building Code® (IBC)
provisions noted in the master report, and the following conditions apply:
• Design wind loads must be based on Section 1609 of the 2014 Florida Building Code—Building or Section 301.2.1 of the
2014 Florida Building Code—Residential, as applicable.
• Load combinations must be in accordance with Section 1605.2 or Section 1605.3 of the 2014 Florida Building Code—
Building, as applicable.
Use of the Hilti Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated Driven Threaded Studs for Attachment to Steel has also been found to be in
compliance with the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone provisions of the 2014 Florida Building Code—Building and the 2014
Florida Building Code—Residential under the following conditions:
• Use of the Hilti Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated Driven Threaded Studs for Attachment to Steel as a means of attachment
of wood blocking, as defined in Section 2330.1.1 of the 2014 Florida Building Code—Building, in a roof assembly in the
High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, is prohibited.
• Design wind loads must be based on Section 1620 of the 2014 Florida Building Code—Building, as applicable.
For products falling under Florida Rule 9N-3, verification that the report holder’s quality-assurance program is audited by a
quality-assurance entity approved by the Florida Building Commission for the type of inspections being conducted is the
responsibility of an approved validation entity (or the code official, when the report holder does not possess an approval by
the Commission).
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7. CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS
Comments from satisfied users

“We use Hilti X-BT and grating fasteners to save time. The installation itself is much Bjørn Helle
quicker (than alternative methods), in addition to this we save time by not damaging Work preparations
the coating. Aker Soltuions, Norway
Hilti X-BT threaded stud is easy to use and has many applications.

We are using X-BT to fasten:

• grating
• sound reduction plates
• fire extinguisher equipment
• light cable supports
• sign supports

These applications save us installation time. When the alternative is welding, the
installation takes more time. One benefit is time and cost saving through avoiding
coating damages.”

“After using the system we observed substantial gains in our efficiency. Our appli- Joel Cortejo
cation is fixing cable trays to 10mm thick beams, normally our approach would E&I supervisor
have been to drill holes, which is time consuming and fix brackets with nuts, MIS Dubai
washers and bolts. With the X-BT (it is) one shot into the beam followed by fixing
the bracket. A 2.5 meters long beam with 6 holes would normally take 2 hours to
complete…with X BT it took 17 minutes on average!”

“Following our subsea activities on the yard of WARRI in Nigeria, I've recommended Raymond Guillaume
the use of your material XBT to avoid the painful rework (welding/painting, back and Chief Engineer
forth) for project USAN (TOTAL). Your material was also used for the winch of instal- Acergy, France
lation of the risers of the TOTAL FPSO of MOHO BILONDO (direct line for TOTAL).”

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