Roof Rafter Connectors

Determining which truss or rafter is the girder may require a trip into the attic.

Roof rafter connectors.

The girder which by definition supports the inboard end of other framing members can be anywhere from 3 to 11 feet back from the corner. Simpson strong tie category roof truss and rafter connectors ties and straps for cold formed steel construction. It is site adjustable for slopes up to 45 to cater for the hip pitch for both left and right rafters. For hip roofs the code specifies that hip and girder rafters or trusses be connected to exterior wall plates.

Use with rafter slopes up to 30 made from 18 gauge steel. Now you can install your rafters into the connectors. The rafter is then inserted into the bracket that is attached to the plate and secured with nails via predrilled holes. These connectors attach to the lip of the top plate with galvanized nails through predrilled holes.

For a rafter to face connector flatten the top flange into the face plane. It will adjust to accommodate slopes between 3 12 and 12 12 making it a complement to the versatile lssu. Great for use with rafters that are sloped up to 30 easier and stronger than toenailing or screw fastening. An interlock provides alignment control and correct nailing locations.

Save big on our selection of roof truss ties field splice kits and drag strut connectors. Top flange designed to interlock when used in pairs so that rafters maintain correct alignment. The vpa may be sloped in the field offering a versatile solution for attaching rafters to the top plate. The rr may be used with rafters sloped up to 30.

This connector eliminates the need for notched rafters beveled top plates and toe nailing. Install the connector using no 9 1 1 2 inch simpson structural connector screws. You ll use the same type of connectors you used on the other rafters except that you ll cut one wing off the one on the exterior shed side. The hrc is a one piece connector for supporting hip members from the ridge beam or rafters.