

Fastening can be performed before or after exterior sheathing is applied for added flexibility.Īpplications include, Truss/Rafter-to-Top Plate connection, Stud-to-Top and Bottom Plate connection. Can be installed from inside the structure, eliminating exterior work on the upper stories and enhancing job safety.
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Type-17 Point for faster starts and easier driving, wide tolerance on installation angle makes it easy to install the SDWC correctly, iInstallation guide included to help ensure proper installation angle. The SDWC has also been tested in accordance with ICC-ES AC233 (screw) and AC13 (wall assembly and roof-to-wall assembly) for uplift and lateral loads between wall plates and vertical wall framing and between the top plate and the roof rafters or trusses.

The SDWC uplift values listed were analysed and calculated based on the characteristic values determined following AS1649-2001 (Timber-Methods of Test for Mechanical Fasteners and Connectors-Basic Working Loads and Characteristic Strength). The APA angle makes structural connections between. This letter provides allowable uplift loads for SDWC connections between engineered 4 x 2/3 x 2 parallel-chord, metal-plate-connected wood trusses and wall top plates. Outdoor Accents angles tie together beams, rafters and more. Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive SDWC Truss Screw for 4x2/3x2 Parallel-Chord Truss-to-Wall Connections. Install in pairs on either side of the rafter/truss/joist to provide. Simpson Strong-Tie APA21 2x Light Rafter Tie. The fully-threaded shank engages the entire length of the fastener providing a secure connection. 81Z Hurricane Tie is designed for use with 45mm structural timber framing to provide a stronger connection between the top plate of the wall and rafter. Simpson Strong-Tie hurricane ties are designed to resist high winds and seismic. The Strong‑Drive® SDWC Truss Screw provides a truss and rafter-to-top plate connection as well as a method to fasten stud-to-top and bottom plate.
