Roof Rafter Connectors

Simpson strong tie category roof truss and rafter connectors ties and straps for cold formed steel construction.

Roof rafter connectors.

The rafter is then inserted into the bracket that is attached to the plate and secured with nails via predrilled holes. For hip roofs the code specifies that hip and girder rafters or trusses be connected to exterior wall plates. It will adjust to accommodate slopes between 3 12 and 12 12 making it a complement to the versatile lssu. You ll use the same type of connectors you used on the other rafters except that you ll cut one wing off the one on the exterior shed side.

Save big on our selection of roof truss ties field splice kits and drag strut connectors. Top flange designed to interlock when used in pairs so that rafters maintain correct alignment. Great for use with rafters that are sloped up to 30 easier and stronger than toenailing or screw fastening. The rr may be used with rafters sloped up to 30.

The hrc is a one piece connector for supporting hip members from the ridge beam or rafters. The vpa may be sloped in the field offering a versatile solution for attaching rafters to the top plate. It should be flush with the outside edge of your top plate. For a rafter to face connector flatten the top flange into the face plane.

It is site adjustable for slopes up to 45 to cater for the hip pitch for both left and right rafters. Attaching rafters without birdsmouth variable pitch connector. An interlock provides alignment control and correct nailing locations. The girder which by definition supports the inboard end of other framing members can be anywhere from 3 to 11 feet back from the corner.

Install the connector using no 9 1 1 2 inch simpson structural connector screws. These connectors attach to the lip of the top plate with galvanized nails through predrilled holes. Now you can install your rafters into the connectors. The rr provides a connection between a rafter and the ridge of a roof.