{"product_id":"5-8-plastic-dowel-caps","title":"5\/8\" x 4\" Concrete Dowel Caps","description":"\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAllows Smooth Concrete Joint Movement While Protecting Dowel Bars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"306\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Sandbaggy \u003cstrong data-start=\"35\" data-end=\"66\"\u003e5\/8\" x 4\" Plastic Dowel Cap\u003c\/strong\u003e allows concrete slabs to expand and contract properly while maintaining effective load transfer across expansion joints. Installed on one end of a 5\/8\" smooth dowel bar, it creates the void space needed to reduce cracking and joint stress.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"519\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eMade from heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant plastic, these dowel caps are durable, easy to install, and ideal for sidewalks, roadways, warehouse floors, parking lots, and other slab-on-grade concrete applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: 1.2em; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e⚠️ Please Note\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"997\"\u003e5\/8\" smooth dowel bars\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Rest of the page content --\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1229\" data-start=\"1208\" data-section-id=\"i7lf4p\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/8\" x 4\"\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1260\" data-start=\"1230\" data-section-id=\"19fmj23\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1261\" data-section-id=\"1xl1chg\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1328\" data-start=\"1288\" data-section-id=\"ezrscz\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concrete expansion joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1376\" data-start=\"1329\" data-section-id=\"cbxh0x\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Dowel Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\/8\" smooth dowel bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1427\" data-start=\"1377\" data-section-id=\"1pdhgif\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits over one end of the dowel bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"243\" data-start=\"83\" data-section-id=\"1d6movc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"117\" data-start=\"85\"\u003eAllows Proper Slab Movement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates the necessary void space for concrete slabs to expand and contract freely, helping reduce stress at expansion joints.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"401\" data-start=\"245\" data-section-id=\"12ypue8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"271\" data-start=\"247\"\u003eProtects Dowel Bars:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents concrete from bonding to the end of the dowel bar, allowing proper load transfer while minimizing cracking and spalling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"576\" data-start=\"403\" data-section-id=\"kt7szk\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"449\" data-start=\"405\"\u003eHeavy-Duty, Corrosion-Resistant Plastic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded from durable plastic that won't rust or corrode, providing long-lasting performance in demanding concrete applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"719\" data-start=\"578\" data-section-id=\"sv2bvx\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"600\" data-start=\"580\"\u003eEasy to Install:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits over one end of a compatible 5\/8\" smooth dowel bar for quick, hassle-free installation before concrete placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"896\" data-start=\"721\" data-section-id=\"14hiqwa\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"759\" data-start=\"723\"\u003eIdeal for Concrete Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for sidewalks, roadways, parking lots, warehouse floors, industrial slabs, and other slab-on-grade expansion joint applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I install a cap on both ends of the dowel bar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Typically, a dowel cap is installed on only one end of the dowel bar to allow controlled movement at the expansion joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these rust over time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They are manufactured from corrosion-resistant plastic and will not rust like metal components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size dowel bars are these compatible with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese caps are designed specifically for \u003cstrong data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2777\"\u003e5\/8-inch smooth dowel bars\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    .important-section {\n        background-color: #f0f0f0; 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