Product Description
Simpson NCA2X8-16 NCA 20-Gauge Galvanized Nailless Bridging for 2x8 and 2x14 by Simpson Strong-Tie is a precision-engineered compression bridging solution designed to brace floor joists and reinforce the structural integrity of a floor system. Installed in pairs at 16-inch joist spacing, this nailless compression bridging prevents joist rotation and distributes loads across multiple joists - all without a single nail, eliminating the common cause of floor squeaks.
Key Features
- Keeps floor system continuity and prevents joist rotation
- Installs with built-in prongs that eliminate nail squeaks
- Precision-formed into a rigid "V" section
- May be installed before or after sheathing, from the top or bottom
- Nominal joist size: 2x8, 2x14 with 16-in. spacing
- Bridging length: 15-1/4 in.
- Made from 20-gauge steel
- Galvanized (G90) for corrosion resistance
Specifications
- Model Number: NCA2X8-16
- Gauge: 20
- Bridging Length: 15-1/4 in.
- Member Size: 2x8, 2x14
- Joist Spacing: 16 in.
- Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Country of Origin: United States
Frequently Asked Questions
- What joist sizes and spacing is the NCA2X8-16 designed for?
- The NCA2X8-16 is designed for nominal 2x8 and 2x14 floor joists with 16-inch spacing. Its bridging length of 15-1/4 in. is sized to fit these specific joist dimensions.
- Why is this bridging called "nailless" and how does it stay in place?
- Instead of nails, the NCA features precision-formed v-shaped prongs that grip the joist wood securely before a final drive-home blow embeds the prongs deeper for a firm, permanent hold. This nailless design eliminates the nail squeaks that commonly plague traditional bridging installations.
- Can the NCA2X8-16 be installed after the subfloor sheathing is already down?
- Yes. The NCA2X8-16 may be installed before or after sheathing, and it can be driven in from either the top or the bottom of the joist bay, offering flexibility during both new construction and retrofit projects.
- Does the NCA2X8-16 need to be installed in pairs?
- Yes. The NCA compression bridging is installed in pairs. Pairing the bridging units is essential to keeping joists in place, preventing rotation, and properly distributing floor loads across more than one joist for maximum structural effectiveness.
Note: Product dimensions may differ from picture.
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