Description
Apex Sandbags® — The Gold Standard in Tent & Awning Weights
Available empty or pre-filled and ready to use. Built in the USA from premium 1000D Cordura® and engineered for maximum wind stability, Apex Sandbags® are the professional choice at farmers markets, trade shows, schools, churches, festivals, and corporate installations. Choose from 25 lb or 50 lb pre-filled weights for immediate deployment, or empty bags with 25 lb or 40 lb fill capacity. Unlike thin imports that split or leak, Apex® delivers clean handling, secure attachment, and long service life—show after show.
Key Features
Carry Handle
Hook & Loop Attachment
Stainless Steel Hardware
Easy Fill Zipper Top
Safety Strap Included
PROFESSIONALS CHOICE
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Key Features
- Available Empty or Pre-Filled: Choose empty bags with 25 lb or 40 lb fill capacity, or ready-to-use pre-filled weights in 25 lb Chip Sand or 50 lb Steel Shot.
- Ready to Deploy: Pre-filled weights arrive ready to use, eliminating the time, mess, and labor required to source fill material and fill the bags on site.
- Full-Circle Zipper Top: Large opening for fast, clean filling and spill-resistant closure.
- Three Ways to Secure: 1) Full-length Velcro® wrap to tent legs, 2) sewn-in D-ring for guyline tie-downs, 3) included adjustable hurricane strap to clip directly to canopy corners.
- Heavy-Duty Carry Handle: Integrated grab handle for safer transport and placement.
- Compact, Professional Profile: Tall, slim design hugs the tent leg to maximize floor space and reduce trip hazards.
- Crafted with Pride in the USA: Rigorous in-house inspection for consistent, professional performance.
- Optional Branding: Single-color screen printing available to add your logo or department ID.
- Free Shipping: Standard shipping included within the Lower 48.
Volume Discounts: (Discounts automatically apply at checkout)
| 4–39 | 40–99 | 100+ |
|---|---|---|
| Save $4/Bag | Save $6/Bag | Save $9/Bag |
Why Apex® vs. Other Tent Weights?
Most “canopy sandbags” are thin polyester sleeves or vinyl tubes that rip under load, fade quickly, or leak sand—creating liability and downtime. Apex® is different:
- 1000D Cordura® Shell: The same rugged fabric trusted in tactical and outdoor gear.
- Redundant Securement: Leg wrap, D-ring, and hurricane strap provide layered safety in gusty conditions.
- Pro-Tested Design: Developed for daily field use by vendors, schools, and event teams nationwide.
- Review-Backed: Customers report surviving storms and high winds where lesser bags fail, with repeated praise for durability, zipper quality, and secure wraps.
Built for Real Applications
- Markets & Trade Shows: Reliable anchoring for vendors exposed to sudden gusts, with ready-to-use pre-filled weights available for immediate deployment.
- Schools, Churches & Community Events: Safer, cleaner weights for frequent setups.
- Festivals, Beaches & Parks: Stable ballast where stakes aren’t allowed.
- Corporate & Brand Activations: Professional appearance; optional logo printing for ID and branding.
Customer Proof
- “Super sturdy—finally bags that don’t rip when actually filled. Our windy weekly markets are no problem.”
- “Heavy-duty zippers and strong stitches. I’d choose these over anything we tried from big marketplaces.”
- “Easy to attach, hurricane straps are clutch on gusty days. Our tent didn’t budge.”
Note: Always verify local event and venue requirements for canopy anchoring, and store bags indoors when not in use to maximize product life.
Best-Fit Applications
Markets & Festivals
Look better than the competition and keep your display on brand.
Beach & Camp
Relax knowing the tent is secure.
Motorsports & Car Show
Keep canopies in place on race day.
Specifications
Outer Shell
1000D CORDURA® NYLON
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | 1000D Cordura® Nylon | — |
| Fabric Weight | 9.5 oz/yd² (322 g/m²) | ASTM D3776 / D3776M |
| Finish | Durable Water Repellent (DWR) | — |
| Coating | 3/4 oz Urethane | — |
| Weave | Plain | — |
| Fiber Content | 100% Nylon 6,6 | AATCC 20 / AATCC 20A |
| Yarn Size | 1000D Warp / 1000D Fill | ASTM D1907 |
| Yarn Count | 24 × 23 per inch | ASTM D3775 |
| Grab Tensile | 420 lb × 370 lb | ASTM D5034 |
| Tear Strength | 30 lb × 25 lb | ASTM D2261 |
| Abrasion Resistance | Excellent >3,000 cycles | ASTM D3884 |
| Colorfastness to UV | Fair (Grade 2-3) | AATCC TM16.3 |
| Water Flow Rate | <.1 CFM (Water Resistant) | ASTM D737 |
| Flame Retardant | No | ASTM D6413 |
Construction Details
Berry Amendment Compliant
#10 NYLON COIL ZIPPER BAG CLOSURE
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Zipper Type | #10 Continuous Coil Zipper | ASTM D2061 |
| Chain Material | Woven Polyester Tape with Nylon Coil | Manufacturer Specification |
| Tape Width | 38 ± 1 mm | Dimensional Inspection |
| Coil Width | 10.35 ± 0.05 mm | Dimensional Inspection |
| Slider Type | Auto-Lock Metal Slider with Pull | Visual Inspection |
| Slider Material | Zinc Alloy, Black Enamel Finish | Manufacturer Specification |
| Slider Opening | 10.45 ± 0.03 mm | Dimensional Inspection |
| Chain Weight | 35 ± 3 g/yd | Manufacturer Specification |
| Slider Weight | 17.5 ± 0.8 g | Manufacturer Specification |
| Crosswise Strength | 70 lb minimum | ASTM D2061 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 24-Hour Salt Spray - Pass | ASTM B117 |
| Colorfastness to Crocking | Grade 3.5-4 | AATCC 8 |
| Colorfastness to Water | Grade 3.5-4 | AATCC 107 |
| Chemical Compliance | RoHS & REACH Compliant Materials* | Manufacturer Certification |
| Color | Black | Standard |
Snap Hook 1.5" Stainless
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Component | Swivel Snap Hook | Manufacturer Specification |
| Material | Type 304 Stainless Steel (SS304) | Manufacturer Specification |
| Finish | Natural Stainless Steel (Self Color) | Visual Inspection |
| Overall Width (A) | 1.56 in (39.61 mm) ±0.039 in | Caliper |
| Overall Length (B) | 3.12 in (79.27 mm) ±0.039 in | Caliper |
| Wire Diameter | 4.86 mm (0.191 in) ±0.10 mm | Caliper |
| Spring Thickness | 0.60 ±0.05 mm (0.024 ±0.002 in) | Caliper |
| Weight | 39.5 g (1.26 oz) ±5% | Scale |
| Minimum Tensile Strength | 125 lbf Minimum | ASTM D5034 / ASTM D5035 |
| Average Tensile Strength | 168.6 lbf | ASTM D5034 / ASTM D5035 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 48-hour Salt Spray, No Rust | ASTM B117 |
| Regulatory Compliance | California Proposition 65 Required | Manufacturer Declaration |
HOOK & LOOP CLOSURE/FASTENER
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | 100% Woven Polyamide (Nylon) | Manufacturer Specification |
| Fastener Type | Sew-On Hook & Loop Tape | Visual Inspection |
| Back Coating | Polyurethane (PU) Resin | Manufacturer Specification |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +120°C (-4°F to +248°F) | Manufacturer Specification |
| Thickness – Hook | ≥0.075 in (1.90 mm) | Dimensional Inspection |
| Thickness – Loop | ≥0.075 in (1.90 mm) | Dimensional Inspection |
| Peel Strength | 1.12 lb/in minimum | ASTM D5170 |
| Shear Strength | 11.4 lb/in² minimum | ASTM D5169 |
| Colorfastness to Washing | Grade 4 or Better | AATCC TM61 |
| Colorfastness to Water | Grade 4 or Better | AATCC TM107 |
| Colorfastness to Crocking | Grade 4 or Better | AATCC TM8 |
| Environmental Compliance | OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, Product Class I | Manufacturer Certification |
Welded Stainless Steel D-Ring (2")
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Type 304 Stainless Steel | Manufacturer Specification |
| Surface Finish | Natural Stainless Steel | Visual Inspection |
| Weld Type | MIG Welded | Manufacturer Specification |
| Corrosion Resistance | 48-hour Neutral Salt Spray | ASTM B117 |
| Minimum Breaking Strength | 900 lbf (4.00 kN) | ASTM D5034 / ASTM D6775 / ISO 13934 / ASTM D5035 |
| Average Breaking Strength | 1,268 lbf (5.64 kN) | ASTM D5034 / ASTM D6775 / ISO 13934 / ASTM D5035 |
Polypropylene Webbing
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | 100% Polypropylene | Manufacturer Specification |
| Width | 1.5 in. ± 1/32 in. | Manufacturer Specification |
| Tensile Strength | 1,200 lb ± 5% | Manufacturer Specification |
| Weight | 0.944 oz/yd / 26.72 g/yd avg. | Manufacturer Specification |
| Thickness | 0.063 in. avg. | Manufacturer Specification |
| Colorfastness — Wet/Dry Crock | Grade 4–5 | AATCC 8 |
| UV Resistance | 200 hr | AATCC 186 / ASTM D1148 |
| Stitching | Lockstitch | Manufacturer Specification |
| Compliance | CA Prop 65 Required | Manufacturer Specification |
Fill Options
Chip Rock (#7 Coarse Aggregate)
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Crushed Stone Aggregate | ASTM C33 |
| Classification | #7 Coarse Aggregate | ASTM C33 |
| Color | Natural Gray / Tan | — |
| Density (Unit Weight) | 101.8 lb/ft³ | ASTM C29 |
| Material Hardness | Quartz Based (Mohs ~7) | Mineral Hardness Scale |
| Bulk Specific Gravity (SSD) | 2.781 | ASTM C127 |
| Bulk Specific Gravity (Dry) | 2.768 | ASTM C127 |
| Apparant Specific Gravity | 2.805 | ASTM C127 |
| Absorption | 0.005 | ASTM C127 |
| Voids in Aggregate | 0.41 | ASTM C29 |
| Fractured Faces (1 Face) | 1.0 | ASTM D5821 |
| Fractured Faces (2 Faces) | 1.0 | ASTM D5821 |
| LA Abrasion Loss (500 Rev) | 0.21 | ASTM C131 |
| Cleanliness Value (CV) | 94.0 | Nevada Test 228 |
| Sieve Size | Percent Passing | — |
| 1" | 1.0 | — |
| 3/4" | 1.0 | — |
| 1/2" | 0.98 | — |
| 3/8" | 0.61 | — |
| #4 | 0.02 | — |
| #8 | 0.01 | — |
| #16 | 0.01 | — |
| #30 | 0.01 | — |
| #50 | 0.01 | — |
| #100 | 0.01 | — |
| #200 | 0.005 | — |
Steel Shot (Optional)
| Property | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Low Carbon Cast Steel Shot | Manufacturer Specification |
| Composition | >96% Iron (Fe) | SDS Chemical Analysis |
| Shape | Near Spherical | Visual Inspection |
| Color | Light Gray / Silver | Visual Inspection |
| Specific Gravity | 7.4 - 7.8 | ASTM E12 |
| Bulk Density | 280 - 300 lb/ft³ | ASTM B527 |
| Moisture Absorption | None | Material Characteristic |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble | Material Characteristic |
| Combustibility | Non-Combustible | SDS |
| Magnetic | Yes | Material Characteristic |
| Non-Hazardous | Yes | SDS |
