HRC Hip-Ridge Connector
Hip Connectors
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The HRC series are field-slopeable connectors that attach hips to ridge members or trusses. The HRC may be sloped to 45° with no reduction in loads.
Material
- 16 gauge
Finish
- Galvanized
Installation
- Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
- On end of ridge — use optional diamond holes to secure the HRC. Bend face flanges back flush with ridge, and complete nailing.
- On face of ridge — adjust to correct height and install nails.
- Double bevel-cut hip members to achieve full bearing capacity.
- The HRC may be sloped to 45° with no reduction in loads.
Related Links
- Wood Construction Connectors Technical and Installation Notes
- General Notes
- For complementary top-plate connection, see HCP Hip Corner Plates.
Catalog Pages
Related Literature
Load Tables
HRC Allowable Loads
- Allowable loads shown are for each hip. Total load carried by the connector is double this number.
- Uplift loads include an increase for wind or earthquake loading with no further increase allowed; reduce where other loads govern.
- Roof loads are 125% of floor loads unless limited by other criteria.
- NAILS: 16d = 0.162" dia. x 3 1/2" long, 10d x 1 1/2 = 0.148" dia. x 1 1/2 long. See other nail sizes and information.
Code Reports
| Part | IAPMO UES ER | ICC-ES ESR | City of Los Angeles | State of Florida |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HRC | See specific model numbers for code listings. | |||
| HRC22 | ESR-2551 ESR-2523 | RR25804 | FL10447 | |
ESR-2523 is an Index of many of Simpson Strong-Tie Stamped and Welded Cold-formed Steel Products for Wood or Cold-formed Steel Construction |
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