MSTA Medium Strap Tie
Straight Straps
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Product Details
The MSTA is designed to resist tension loads in wood-to-wood applications. This medium strap tie utilizes a staggered nail pattern to help minimize wood splitting. The MSTA is designed for use on the edge of 2x members.
Key Features
- Load-rated, precut strap designed for quick installation and optimal performance
- Designed to resist wind and seismic forces
- Floor-to-floor clear span application
Material
- See table
Finish
- Galvanized
Installation
- Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes
Related Literature
Product Information Table
| Model No. | Thickness (mil) | Ga. | W (in.) | L (in.) | Coating/Material | Packaging Qty. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSTA12 | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 12 | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| MSTA12SS | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 12 | Stainless Steel | 1 |
| MSTA12Z | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 12 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| MSTA15 | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 15 | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| MSTA15Z | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 15 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| MSTA18 | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 18 | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| MSTA18SS | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 18 | Stainless Steel | 1 |
| MSTA18Z | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 18 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| MSTA21 | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 21 | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| MSTA21Z | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 21 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| MSTA24 | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 24 | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| MSTA24SS | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 24 | Stainless Steel | 1 |
| MSTA24Z | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 24 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| MSTA30 | 54 | 16 | 1 1/4 | 30 | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| MSTA30Z | 54 | 16 | 1 1/4 | 30 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| MSTA36 | 54 | 16 | 1 1/4 | 36 | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| MSTA36SS | 54 | 16 | 1 1/4 | 36 | Stainless Steel | 1 |
| MSTA36Z | 54 | 16 | 1 1/4 | 36 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| MSTA49 | 54 | 16 | 1 1/4 | 49 | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| MSTA9 | 43 | 18 | 1 1/4 | 9 | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
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.
For stainless-steel fasteners, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.
Many of these products are approved for installation with Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws.
- See General Notes for Straps and Ties.
- 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.
Floor-to-Floor Span Table
Many of these products are approved for installation with Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws.
- See General Notes for Straps and Ties.
- Install nails as specified by designer. Nail values may not be combined.
- Splitting may be a problem with installations on lumber smaller than 3 1/2"; either fill every nail hole with 0.148" x 1 1/2" nails or fill every other hole with 0.162" x 2 1/2" nails. Reduce the allowable load based on the size and quantity of fasteners 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.
Load Values with Strong-Drive® SD Connector Screws
| Model No. | Fasteners (Total) | (DF/SP) Allowable Tension Loads | (SPF/HF) Allowable Tension Loads | ||||
| (160) | (160) | ||||||
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. |
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| MSTA9 | 8-SD9112 | 1095 | 715 | ||||
| MSTA12 | 10-SD9112 | 1370 | 895 | ||||
| MSTA15 | 12-SD9112 | 1640 | 1075 | ||||
| MSTA18 | 14-SD9112 | 1640 | 1255 | ||||
| MSTA21 | 14-SD9112 | 1640 | 1255 | ||||
| MSTA24 | 14-SD9112 | 1640 | 1255 | ||||
| MSTA30 | 16-SD9112 | 2050 | 1435 | ||||
| MSTA36 | 16-SD9112 | 1970 | 1435 | ||||
| MSTA49 | 16-SD9112 | 2050 | 1435 | ||||
Code Reports & Compliance
Drawings
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