LSSR Slopeable/Skewable Rafter Hanger
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Face-Mount Hangers for Solid Sawn Lumber
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Product Details
The patent-pending LSSR light slopeable/skewable rafter hanger is the next generation of a field-adjustable rafter hanger. One of its key features is that it can be installed after all of the rafters have been tacked into place. A versatile hanger, it is field adjustable for skew up to 45° and features an innovative hinged swivel seat to adjust for up to a 45° slope.
Key Features
- Makes it possible to install after the rafters are already in place
- Flange design allows for easy skew adjustment, from 0° to 45°
- Swivel seat adjusts easily and supports joist
Material
- See table
Finish
- ZMAX® coating
Installation
Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
- For a common rafter:
- Slide hanger into position; adjust seat and install seat nails
- Make sure side stirrups are snug close to the joist, bend lines are plumb
- Install a face nail on each side to hold in place
- Install all round and obround holes on the header and joist
- For jack rafters:
- Fold acute side forward
- Slide hanger into position; adjust seat and install seat nails
- Make sure hanger is snug close to the joist, bend line is plumb
- Install obround nails on acute side, both header and joist
- Make sure hanger is snug close to the joist and header; bend line is plumb
- Install joist nails on obtuse side
- Bend obtuse side flange back so that header flange is flush against header
- Install header nails
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Load Tables
These products are available with additional corrosion protection. Additional products on this page may also be available with this option, check with Simpson Strong-Tie for details.
- Uplift loads have been increased for earthquake or wind loading with no further increase allowed. Reduce where other loads govern.
- For slope-only installations, the four triangle holes may be filled for an allowable roof download of 3,015 lb. for LSSR 16GA.
- Roof loads are 125% of floor loads unless limited by other criteria.
- On the acute side of the skewed LSSR hangers, fill obround holes only.
- Fasteners: Nail dimensions in the table are listed diameter by length. For additional information, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.
Code Reports
| Part | IAPMO UES ER | ICC-ES ESR | City of Los Angeles | State of Florida |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LSSR1.81Z | ER-280 | |||
| LSSR2.1Z | ER-280 | |||
| LSSR2.37Z | ER-280 | |||
| LSSR2.56Z | ER-280 | |||
| LSSR210-2Z | ER-280 | |||
| LSSR410Z | ER-280 |
Drawings
| Part | Orthographic | Perspective |
|---|---|---|
| LSSR1.81Z | None | |
| LSSR2.1Z | None | |
| LSSR2.37Z | None | |
| LSSR2.56Z | None | |
| LSSR210-2Z | None | |
| LSSR410Z | None |
