Product Description
The Simpson APVKB45-6 Outdoor Accents Avant Collection Knee Brace Connector by Simpson Strong-Tie is a decorative structural connector designed to attach knee braces quickly and easily to posts or beams. Engineered for nominal 6x lumber, this connector combines a contemporary aesthetic with reliable performance, making it an ideal choice for custom outdoor living structures. Its ZMAX galvanized finish with black powder coat delivers exceptional corrosion resistance, ensuring long-lasting beauty and strength in exterior and treated-wood applications.
Key Features
- Installs quickly and easily with the Outdoor Accents 3-1/2 in. structural wood screw and Outdoor Accents hex-head washer (sold separately)
- Easily attaches knee braces to posts or beams
- Adds decorative flair to knee brace connections
- For nominal 6x lumber
- Made from 12-gauge steel
- ZMAX galvanization with black powder coat offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
- Part of the Avant Collection, featuring straighter edges for a more contemporary design
- Available in two sizes - APVKB45-4 and APVKB45-6 - to accommodate nominal 4x or 6x lumber, respectively
Specifications
- MPN: APVKB45-6
- Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Collection: Outdoor Accents Avant Collection
- Member Size: 6x
- Length: 5 in.
- Width 1: 4-7/8 in.
- Width 2: 4-7/8 in.
- Gauge: 12
- Coating: ZMAX
- Finish: ZMAX Galvanized with Black Powder Coat
- Fasteners Required: Install with (4) STN22 Outdoor Accents hex-head washers and (4) SDWS22312DBB Outdoor Accents structural wood screws
- Country of Origin: United States
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What lumber size is the APVKB45-6 designed for?
- The APVKB45-6 is designed for nominal 6x lumber. If you need a connector for nominal 4x lumber, the APVKB45-4 is the appropriate alternative size.
- What fasteners are required to install the APVKB45-6?
- Installation requires (4) SDWS22312DBB Outdoor Accents structural wood screws and (4) STN22 Outdoor Accents hex-head washers. These fasteners are sold separately and are not included with the connector.
- Is the APVKB45-6 suitable for exterior and treated-wood applications?
- Yes. The connector features ZMAX galvanization combined with a black powder coat finish, which provides extra corrosion resistance specifically suited for exterior environments and treated-wood applications.
- What makes the APVKB45-6 part of the Avant Collection?
- The Avant Collection connectors, including the APVKB45-6, feature straighter edges that give them a more contemporary design aesthetic. They are part of the Simpson Strong-Tie Outdoor Accents decorative hardware line, combining structural performance with visual appeal for custom outdoor living structures.
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Note: The structural screws, hex head washers, and concrete anchors are not included.
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