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RTA/RTB/RTC/RTF/RTR/RTT/RTU/FWH Rigid Tie® Connectors

RTA/RTB/RTC/RTF/RTR/RTT/RTU/FWH

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Rigid Tie connector products are great utility connectors used to connect wood members together in a variety of ways. See the table and drawings for possible wood member connections.

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® coating. See Corrosion Information.

Installation

  • Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes
  • Always follow manufacturer's instructions when using power tools and building equipment

Related Literature

Wood Construction Connectors 2019-2020
C-C-2019
A catalog including new product information as well as any applicable specification and installation instructions for wood-to-wood and wood-to-concrete structural connectors.
Catalog
Conectores para la construcción con madera 2019–2020
C-C-2019SP
El catálogo incluye información sobre nuevos productos, así como especificaciones e instrucciones de instalación aplicables para conectores estructurales de madera a madera y de madera a concreto.
Catalog
High Wind-Resistant Construction Application Guide
F-C-HWRCAG16
The newly updated High Wind-Resistant Construction Application Guide offers new applications, updated loads, as well as more fastening information that is used to resist high-wind.
Product Guide
Strong-Tie DIY - Projects for a strong and beautiful home
S-HOMEPRJCTS18
A booklet featuring practical and attractive DIY projects for home and yard using Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors and fasteners, including Outdoor Accents®.
Flier
Strong-Tie DIY - Proyectos para una casa resistente y hermosa
S-HOMPRJCTS18SP
Un catálogo con proyectos prácticos y atractivos DIY para el hogar y el patio que utilizan conectores y sujetadores Simpson Strong-Tie® y accesorios Outdoor Accents®.
Flier

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.

    Many of these products are approved for installation with Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws.

Rigid Tie® Connectors Load Table
  1. Allowable loads must be equally distributed on both joists.
  2. Fasteners: Nail dimensions in the table are diameter by length. SD and SDS screws are Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® screws. For additional information, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.

Code Reports & Compliance

Drawings

PDF DWG DXF RFA IFC SAT

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