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LTS Light Twist Strap

LTS

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Roof Truss and Rafter Connectors, Ties, and Straps

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The LTS provides a tension connection between two members, resisting light to medium uplift loads at the rafter or heel of a truss. This economical light twist strap has a small bend section to reduce interference at the transition points between the two members. The LTS is engineered so the straps do not need to be wrapped over the truss to achieve the allowable load.

Key Features

  • Available with the bend reversed
  • Versatile with many lengths offered to fit the specific application

Material

  • 18 gauge

Finish

  • Galvanized. Some products available in stainless steel; see Corrosion Information.

Installation

  • Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
  • Available with the bend reversed. Specify "-REV" after the model number, such as MTS16-REV.

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Product Information Table

Fastener Production Information and Stuff & Things
Model No. Thickness (mil) Ga. L (in.) Coating/Material Packaging Qty.
LTS12 43 18 12 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LTS12-REV 43 18 12 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LTS12SS 43 18 12 Stainless Steel 1
LTS16 43 18 16 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LTS16-REV 43 18 16 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LTS18 43 18 18 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LTS18-REV 43 18 18 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LTS18SS 43 18 18 Stainless Steel 1
LTS20 43 18 20 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LTS20-REV 43 18 20 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1

Load Tables

  1. Not all fastener holes need to be filled, as additional fastener holes are provided. Install fasteners symmetrically.
  2. Install half of the fasteners on each end of strap to achieve full loads.
  3. All straps have the twist in the center of the strap.
  4. Twist straps do not have to be wrapped over the truss to achieve the load.
  5. May be installed on the inside face of the stud.
  6. See Fastening Systems for more information on Simpson Strong-Tie fasteners.

Code Reports & Compliance

Drawings

PDF DWG DXF RFA IFC SAT

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