RTF Rigid Tie Flat Connector

Product Details

The RTF is designed to connect two horizontal 2x members to a vertical 2x4 in wood applications. Manufactured to high-quality standards to ensure solid performance, this flat rigid tie connector features a galvanized finish for added corrosion resistance.

Key Features

Fastens with Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SD screws (not included)
Constructed from corrosion-resistant galvanized steel
Easier and stronger than angled fastening

Material

18 gauge

Finish

ZMAX® coating

Installation

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

Catalog Pages

C-C-2021 (Wood Construction Connectors), page 313

Related Literature

Wood Construction Connectors 2021-2023

C-C-2021

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 2021–2023

C-C-2021SP

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

Product Information Table

Fastener Production Information and Stuff & Things
Model No.	Post/Joist Size	Ga.	Coating/Material	Packaging Qty.
RTF2Z	2x4 post; 2x joist	18	ZMAX®	1

Load Tables

These products are available with additional corrosion protection.

RTF2Z is approved for installation with Strong-Drive SD Connector screws.

Allowable loads must be equally distributed on both joists.
Fasteners: 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

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