RTC/FWH Rigid Tie™ Connectors

The RTC series secures two wood members to a vertical post forming a 90° corner. The RTC42 and RTC44 are heavy-duty structural connectors. Based on loads of 40 lbs per sq. ft., a 10'x10' deck can be built using 2x8 joists and 4 RTC42s. See the table for Post and Joist sizes.

RTB - a bracket for intersecting 2x members.

FWH - 4 way connectors for 2x members with bendable flanges.

RTA - connects two 2x wood members at a 90° angle.

RTF - connects two members in a "pass-through" application.

RTR and RTU - a 2x member crosses another.

Material: RTC44 - 14 gauge; RTA2 - 16 gauge; RTR and RTB - 20 gauge; all others - 18 gauge

Finish: Galvanized. Some products available in stainless steel or ZMAX®; see Corrosion Information.

Installation:

Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes.
Install vertical members first, then attach horizontal members for easier alignment.
Seat wood member in bracket with a C-clamp before securing to aid positioning and prevent skewing.
Always follow manufacturer's instructions when using power tools and building equipment.

WARNING: Industry studies show that hardened fasteners can experience performance problems in wet and corrosive environments. Accordingly, use the SD8X1.25 in dry, interior, and non-corrosive environments only.

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RTC42 U.S. Patent 5,399,044 (RTC22 similar, U.S. Patent 5,328,287; RTC24 similar, U.S. Patent 5,259,685)	RTF2Z Installation	SD8X1.25 Most Rigid-Tie connectors require Simpson Strong-Drive Screws.


RTR	RTR Installation

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FWH2 Installation	RTA2Z Installation	RTU Installation


RTT Installation	RTC44 Installation (RTC24 and RTC42 similar) U.S. Patent 5,372,448	RTB22 Installation

Allowable loads must be equally distributed on both joists.
Loads are for Douglas Fir Larch.
NAILS: 16d = 0.162" dia. x 3 1/2" long, 16d Sinker = 0.148" dia. x 3 1/4" long, 10dx1 1/2 = 0.148" dia. x 1 1/2" long. See other nail sizes and information.

					Legacy Reports
	IAPMO ES ER	ICC-ES ESR	CITY OF LOS ANGELES	STATE OF FLORIDA	ICC-ES NER	ICC-ES ER	ICC-ES ES
FWH	See specific model numbers for code listings.
FWH2	No load capacity: Products not tested or submitted because they’re not load rated and code approval not required.
FWL	See specific model numbers for code listings.
FWL2	No load capacity: Products not tested or submitted because they’re not load rated and code approval not required.
RTA	See specific model numbers for code listings.
RTA12	No load capacity: Products not tested or submitted because they’re not load rated and code approval not required.
RTA2	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RTA2Z	No load capacity: Products not tested or submitted because they’re not load rated and code approval not required.
RTA4	No load capacity: Products not tested or submitted because they’re not load rated and code approval not required.
RTB	See specific model numbers for code listings.
RTB22	No load capacity: Products not tested or submitted because they’re not load rated and code approval not required.
RTC	See specific model numbers for code listings.
RTC22	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RTC22Z	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RTC24		ESR-2614		FL474
RTC24Z				FL474
RTC42		ESR-2614		FL474
RTC44		ESR-2614		FL474
RTCH	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RTF	See specific model numbers for code listings.
RTF2	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RTF2Z	No load capacity: Products not tested or submitted because they’re not load rated and code approval not required.
RTR	No load capacity: Products not tested or submitted because they’re not load rated and code approval not required.
RTT	See specific model numbers for code listings.
RTT22	No load capacity: Products not tested or submitted because they’re not load rated and code approval not required.
RTT22Z	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
RTU	See specific model numbers for code listings.
RTU2	No code listing: Please contact us for test data.