GBC Gable Brace Connector

Product Details

The GBC provides a proven, tested connection for the anchorage of building stability bracing to the top of the gable end wall. With allowable bracing installation angles between 40° to 60°, the GBC offers greater flexibility in a connector rated for both tension and compression loads.

Material

16 gauge

Finish

Galvanized

Installation

Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes
The GBC must be installed in pairs to achieve full load capacity

Catalog Pages

C-C-2021 (Wood Construction Connectors), page 233

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.

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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 Tables

See more installation illustrations in the gallery at the top of the page.

Load Tables

Typical Sloped Installation

For 1 3/4" x 3 1/2" (or larger) LVL gable brace, the allowable load at 40° to 45° is 635 lb. towards anchors, 515 lb. away from anchors.
Loads have been increased for wind or earthquake loading, with no further increase allowed. Reduce where other loads govern.
Use a minimum 2x4 gable brace. Larger members may be used.
Fasteners: Nail dimensions in the table are listed diameter by length. For additional information, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.

Code Reports & Compliance

Drawings

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