The Strong-Drive SDWC Truss screw provides an easy-to-install, high-capacity solution for stud-to-bottom plate or stud-to-top plate(s) connections. This table provides additional allowable load information for the SDWC screws when installed through the narrow face of the stud. The allowable loa...
For stainless-steel fasteners, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors. Loads have been increased for wind or earthquake loading, with no further increase allowed. Reduce where other loads govern. Concrete shall have a minimum compressive strength of f'c = 2,500 ...
Simpson Strong-Tie® CFS Designer™ gives cold-formed steel (CFS) Designers the ability to design CFS beam-column members according to AISI specifications and to analyze complex beam loading and span conditions. Intuitive design tools automate common CFS systems such as wall openings, up to eig...