The Plastic Wall Plug (widely known globally as a “Rawlplug” or “Expansion Anchor”) is the essential fastener for securing light to medium loads in masonry substrates. Whether you are hanging a picture frame on brick or installing a shelf on drywall, our Plastic Wall Plug creates a secure fixing point by expanding against the inner walls of the drill hole when a screw is inserted.

Product Overview: Handan Bolt offers a comprehensive range of Plastic Wall Plugs manufactured from either economical Polyethylene (PE) or premium Polyamide (Nylon PA6). Our inventory includes the classic ribbed design for solid concrete, “Fishtail” anchors for maximum friction, and “Butterfly” toggles for hollow gypsum board.

Plastic Wall Plug Specifications

Product Name	Plastic Wall Plug / Rawlplug / Masonry Anchor
Material Options	Nylon (PA6) (High Durability) / PE (Standard)
Types Available	Straight Ribbed, Fishtail, Butterfly (Hollow Wall)
Temperature Range	-40°C to +80°C (Nylon Only)

Engineering Insight: Nylon vs. Plastic (PE)

Why pay more for Nylon?

Temperature Resilience: Standard PE plastic becomes brittle and cracks in freezing temperatures (below 0°C). Nylon Wall Plugs remain flexible and tough even in harsh winters, making them mandatory for outdoor installations.
Load Capacity: Nylon has a higher tensile strength, allowing it to hold approximately 30% more weight than a PE plug of the same size.

Size Guide: Color Coding Standard

Most professional wall plugs follow a loose international color code to indicate the required drill bit size:

Yellow: 5.0mm Drill Bit (Screw size: 3mm-4mm)
Red: 6.0mm Drill Bit (Screw size: 4mm-5mm)
Green/Blue: 7.0mm – 8.0mm Drill Bit (Screw size: 5mm-6mm)
Grey/White: 10.0mm – 12.0mm Drill Bit (Heavy Duty)

For more history on the invention of the wall plug, please refer to the Wall plug entry on Wikipedia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What happens if I use a drill bit that is too big?
A: The plug will spin in the hole (“Spin-out”) and the screw will never tighten. You must use the exact drill diameter specified.

Q: Can I use these in the ceiling?
A: Standard straight plugs rely on friction and are risky for ceilings (direct pull-out). For ceilings, please use the Butterfly/Toggle shapes shown in the image, or our specialized Hollow Wall Anchors.