Please see the Alphabetical List of Products for allowable loads and a complete list of Simpson Strong-Tie products. These notes are provided to ensure proper installation of Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. products and must be followed fully.

1. Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. reserves the right to change specifications, designs, and models without notice or liability for such changes.
2. Unless otherwise noted, bolts and nails cannot be combined. 8d, 10d, and 16d specify common nails. When a shorter nail is specified, it will be noted (for example 8dx1½).
3. All references to bolts or machine bolts (MBs) are for structural quality through bolts (not lag screws)equal to or better than American Society of Testing and Materials ASTM Standard A307, Grade A. RFB is A307, Grade C.
4. Unless otherwise noted, bending steel in the field may cause fractures at the bend line. Fractured steel will not carry load and must be replaced.
5. Do Not Overload. Do not exceed catalog allowable loads, which would jeopardize the connection.
6. Many post bases, post caps and joist hangers are available in rough lumber sizes. Check with your local building-supply dealer or home improvement center.