Product Description
The Simpson PSPN516Z PSPNZ 5 in. x 16-5/16 in. ZMAX Galvanized Protecting Shield Plate Nail Stopper by Simpson is a heavy-duty nail stopper designed to prevent nails from piercing pipes and electrical lines when installed over utilities that pass through framing members. Built from 16-gauge steel with ZMAX galvanization, this shield plate uniquely meets both structural and plumbing protection code requirements with a single strap, offering a versatile and code-compliant solution for residential and commercial framing applications.
Key Features
- Meets structural and protection requirements with one strap
- Width: 5 in.
- Length: 16-5/16 in.
- Made from 16-gauge steel
- ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
- Meets IRC, IBC, and the International Plumbing Code requirements
- Includes additional fastener holes allowing use as a track splice strap when required by the designer
- Install over utilities that pass through framing members to protect pipes and electrical lines from nail penetration
Specifications
- Model Number: PSPN516Z
- Width: 5 in.
- Length: 16-5/16 in.
- Gauge: 16
- Coating: ZMAX
- Finish: ZMAX
- Installation Fasteners: 16d common nails (sold separately)
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Protection of pipes and electrical lines passing through framing members
- Exterior framing applications requiring enhanced corrosion resistance
- Treated-wood construction environments
- Optional use as a track splice strap when additional fasteners are utilized
- Projects requiring compliance with IRC, IBC, and International Plumbing Code
Frequently Asked Questions
- What building codes does the PSPN516Z comply with?
- The PSPN516Z meets the requirements of the IRC (International Residential Code), IBC (International Building Code), and the International Plumbing Code, making it suitable for a wide range of code-compliant residential and commercial construction projects.
- Can the PSPN516Z be used for purposes other than nail protection?
- Yes. In addition to meeting plumbing protection requirements as a nail stopper, the PSPN516Z features additional fastener holes that allow a designer to use it as a track splice strap when that application is needed.
- Why is ZMAX galvanization important for this product?
- ZMAX galvanization provides extra corrosion resistance compared to standard galvanized finishes, making the PSPN516Z especially well-suited for exterior applications and installations involving treated wood, where exposure to moisture and chemicals can accelerate corrosion.
- What fasteners are used to install the PSPN516Z?
- The PSPN516Z should be installed with 16d common nails for proper attachment and performance.
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