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RTC Rigid Tie® Connector

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Rigid Tie® Connectors

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The RTC is a uniquely designed rigid tie connector that connects two horizontal members at a corner to a vertical wood member. Manufactured to high-quality standards to ensure solid performance, this corner rigid tie connector features a galvanized finish for added corrosion resistance.

Key Features

  • Compatible with Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SD screws
  • Constructed from corrosion-resistant galvanized steel
  • Easier and stronger than angled fastening

Material

  • RTC44 14 gauge; all others 18 gauge

Finish

  • Galvanized 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 Guide
F-C-HWG20
A comprehensive guide to help Designers select the most appropriate connections for challenging, high-wind regions.
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
Heavy-Duty Work Bench or Shelving Unit Instructions
DIY-C-RTC2ZKT20
A flier providing DIY plans for both the heavy-duty workbench and the shelving unit that can be built with the WBSK hardware kit.
DIY Cut Sheet

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 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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