The Simpson Strong-Drive 33 deg. SCN Smooth-Shank Connector Nail, 2-1/2 in. x.131 in. Bright is engineered by Simpson as a pneumatic-driven alternative to hand-driven nails for fastening Simpson Strong-Tie structural connectors. Tested and approved for use in many popular Simpson Strong-Tie connector applications, this 8d bright nail replaces common nails in a variety of connector installations, and its 33 deg. paper-tape collation - offered in 25-nail strips - keeps workflows moving efficiently across a wide range of compatible pneumatic nailers.

Key Features

• 33 deg. collation angle with paper-tape collation - broad compatibility with popular pneumatic nailers means fewer tool changes and smoother job-site workflows
• Full round head - delivers full bearing surface against connector flanges, supporting proper load transfer in Simpson Strong-Tie connector applications
• Smooth shank type - allows consistent, clean drive with pneumatic tools, reducing the risk of deflection or inconsistent seating during installation
• Bright (uncoated) finish - purpose-matched for dry-service and interior applications, eliminating the cost of unnecessary corrosion-resistant coatings where conditions do not call for them
• Tested and approved for Simpson Strong-Tie connector applications - replaces 8d, 10d, and 16d common nails across a variety of Simpson Strong-Tie products, giving installers a reliable, code-friendly fastening solution
• 2,500-count package - high-volume packaging supports continuous production work without frequent restocking interruptions

Why This Product

• Engineered specifically for Simpson Strong-Tie connectors - because these nails have been tested and approved for use in many popular Simpson Strong-Tie products, installers can trust the fastener-to-connector pairing rather than guessing at compatibility with generic nails
• Pneumatic efficiency over hand driving - designed as a pneumatic-driven alternative, these collated nails work with nailers that feature a hole-locating mechanism, improving installation speed and consistency compared to hand-driven common nails
• Domestic production - made in the United States, supporting quality consistency for structural connector applications where fastener performance matters
• Right-sized for interior framing and connector work - the bright uncoated finish is correctly specified for dry-service and interior environments, so contractors are not paying for a corrosion-resistant coating that interior connector work does not require

Specifications

• Model Number: 8DBRPT2500
• Length: 2-1/2 in.
• Shank Diameter: 0.131 in.
• Head Diameter: 0.285 in.
• Gauge: 10
• Shank Type: Smooth Shank
• Head Type: Full Round Head
• Collation Type: Paper Tape
• Collation Angle: 33 deg.
• Material: Uncoated Steel
• Finish/Coating: Bright (Uncoated)
• Package Quantity: 2,500
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Fastening Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors

Frequently Asked Questions

What collation angle and strip size do these nails use?

These nails feature a 33 deg. collation angle and are paper-tape collated in 25-nail strips, making them compatible with a wide variety of popular pneumatic nailers designed for 33 deg. paper-tape collated nails.

Can these nails be used in exterior or preservative-treated wood applications?

No. The bright (uncoated) finish is intended for dry-service and interior applications only. Bright nails are not for use in exterior or preservative-treated wood applications.

What common nail sizes do these connector nails replace?

The Simpson Strong-Tie structural-connector nail line replaces 8d, 10d, and 16d common nails in a variety of Simpson Strong-Tie connector applications.

How many nails are included in one package?

Each package contains 2,500 nails.