Flat Stakes / “C” Mouth Stakes

Flat Stakes / C-mouth Stakes are driven stakes with a flat section that sits against form boards. The flat face distributes pressure and resists board rotation during concrete placement.

At a glance

Flat Stakes / “C” Mouth Stakes at a glance.

Definition

A flat-section form stake

A driven flat-section stake for temporary concrete formwork.

Application

Flat bearing surface

The flat section sits against the form board while the point enters the ground.

Product form

Section, length and finish

Flat section 1-1/2 x 3/8 inch; lengths from 12 to 56 inches; pointed or spade end; plain or coated finish.

Also known as

Flat form stakeFlat steel stakeFlat concrete stakeFlat formwork stakeFlat steel pegBoxing stake

How it works

Flat side against the board

Align the flat face to the form board and drive the pointed end into the ground. The flat section distributes load and prevents board rotation.

Common applications

Where it is used.

Application

Timber form attachment

Backs timber boards and resists lateral movement during setup and pouring.

Application

Soft-ground slab edges

Anchors temporary edge boards where ground conditions require flat bearing contact.

Application

Anti-rotation support

The flat section prevents board spin and maintains form alignment through concrete placement.

Concrete systems

Flat-section form support

The flat bearing face resists board rotation at slab and footing edges. Round, Rebar and Square Stakes provide alternative profiles; Formwork Pins handle holed or pin-driven installations.

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Flat Stakes / C-mouth Stakes specifications