The Simpson AE116 Angle Bracket for Cross-Laminated Timber is a heavy-gauge steel connector engineered by Simpson to join CLT wall panels to CLT floors or concrete slabs with confidence. Built from 11-gauge steel and finished with a G90 zinc galvanized coating for reliable corrosion resistance, this angle bracket accommodates a wide variety of fastener and anchor options so structural designers and installers can match the connection to the exact loads and conditions of any CLT assembly.

Key Features

• Loads provided for screws or power-actuated nails - gives engineers and installers verified load data for multiple fastener types, simplifying design and field decisions
• All load directions addressed - the bracket handles uplift, lateral, and gravity forces in a single connector, reducing the need for supplemental hardware
• 11-gauge steel construction - the heavy gauge delivers high load capacity suited to the demands of structural CLT connections
• Anchorage to either CLT or concrete - versatile enough to complete wall-to-floor and wall-to-slab connections without switching to a different bracket
• G90 zinc galvanized finish - provides extra corrosion resistance that helps protect the connection in demanding structural environments over the long term
• Wide fastener and anchor compatibility - works with CNA nails, SD screws, smooth-shank nails, and anchor bolts, giving installers flexibility based on available hardware and required loads

Why This Product

• Purpose-built for CLT construction - the AE116 is specifically designed for cross-laminated timber assemblies, so every load table, fastener schedule, and dimensional detail is tailored to the way CLT panels are actually connected in the field
• One bracket, two substrates - because the AE116 supports anchorage to both CLT floors and concrete slabs, a single bracket model covers the two most common base conditions in CLT wall panel installation, keeping inventory and planning straightforward
• Heavy-gauge steel with verified multi-directional loads - the 11-gauge steel body paired with published load values for all load directions means structural designers get the numbers they need without having to request additional engineering data
• Flexible fastening options reduce job-site constraints - compatibility with screws, power-actuated nails, and anchor bolts means crews can complete connections using the tools and fasteners already on site, without waiting on specialty hardware

Specifications

• Model Number: AE116
• Gauge: 11
• Coating: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Height (W1): 3-9/16 in.
• Depth (W2): 1-7/8 in.
• Width (L): 4-9/16 in.
• Country of Origin: Denmark

Approved Applications

• Connecting cross-laminated timber (CLT) wall panels to CLT floors
• Connecting cross-laminated timber (CLT) wall panels to concrete slabs

Installation Fasteners (sold separately)

• Install with (25) CNA 4 mm x 60 mm nails or (25) SD #10 x 2-1/2 in. screws or (25) 0.162 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails
• Anchorage to concrete: (18) 0.162 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails and (3) 1/2 in. anchor bolts or (18) SD #10 x 2-1/2 in. screws and (3) 1/2 in. anchor bolts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Simpson AE116 angle bracket used for?

The AE116 angle bracket is used to connect cross-laminated timber (CLT) wall panels to CLT floors or concrete slabs. It is engineered specifically for CLT construction assemblies and supports a wide variety of fastener and anchor options depending on the required loads and application.

What type of steel and finish does the AE116 use?

The AE116 is made from 11-gauge steel and features a Zinc Galvanized, G90 finish, which provides extra corrosion resistance for demanding structural environments.

What fasteners are compatible with the AE116 angle bracket?

The AE116 can be installed with CNA 4 mm x 60 mm nails, SD #10 x 2-1/2 in. screws, or 0.162 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails when attaching to CLT. For anchorage to concrete, compatible fasteners include 0.162 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails with 1/2 in. anchor bolts, or SD #10 x 2-1/2 in. screws with 1/2 in. anchor bolts.

Does the AE116 support loads in all directions?

Yes. The AE116 angle bracket is designed so that all load directions are addressed, and load values are provided for both screws and power-actuated nails, giving engineers and builders the flexibility to meet a range of structural load requirements.