ATTACHES AND SECURES TRUSSES AND RAFTERS TO BUILDING STRUCTURE
ClarkDietrich Seismic and Hurricane Ties are designed to provide wind and seismic resistance for trusses and rafters. Quick and efficient, these versatile connectors can also be used for general tie-down purposes, strong back attachments and as all-purpose ties where one member crosses another.
The H2 seismic and hurricane ties are formed from a flat plate into an A-shaped section. The plate has a right-angle bend along its longitudinal axis to permit straddling a top plate.
Coating: G90
ASTM: A653/A653M
PRODUCT DATA & ORDERING INFORMATION
| Product code | Gauge | Mils | Design thickness (in) | Size (in) | Packaging Pcs./Box |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H2 | 18 | 43 | 0.0451 | 1-9/16 x 9-7/16 x 1-9/16 | 100 |
PACKAGING:
H2: 100 Pieces per box
INSTALLATION:
Place the tie so one end fits flush against the roof framing member and the other fits flush against the web of the wall stud. Attach the tie to the side of the rafter at the top and to the sides of the stud immediately below the top plate at the bottom. Fill all prepunched holes with a minimum of #10 self-drilling screws.
Reference section R 603.8.3.2 of the International Residential Code (IRC) or the engineer of records specification.