CJTZ Concealed Joist Tie

Material

• 12 gauge

Finish

• CJTZ — ZMAX^® coating
• 1/2" diameter steel pins are mechanically galvanized in accordance with ASTM B695, Class 55
• Strong Drive^® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screw — double-barrier coating

Installation

• Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
• The CJTZ Pack is supplied with all dowels and screws required. Screws require a hex-head driver.
• Router end of beam for screw heads for flush installation.
• The carried member may be sloped up or down to 45° with full table loads.
• For attachment installation instructions, see Technical Bulletin Concealed Joist Tie Kit (T-C-CJTZ).

Warning

• This connector requires special attention to ensure correct installation. The beam must be installed perpendicular to the support member. The connection's components may be damaged if the beam is rotated from its opposite end during or after installation. Damaged components may not be noticeable and may reduce the connector's load carrying capacity.

Ordering Information

• To order: specify short (e.g. CJT3ZS) or long dowels (e.g. CJT3ZL).
• Short dowel (1/2" x 2 3/4") for use with 3 1/8 glulam beam, 4x sawn lumber or 3 1/2" wide PSL. Long dowel (1/2" x 4 3/4") for use with 5 1/8 glulam beam, 6x sawn lumber or greater widths.

Related Links

• Wood Construction Connectors Technical and Installation Notes
• General Notes

Catalog Pages

• C-C-2017 (Wood Construction Connectors), page 380