The Simpson SDWC Truss Screw Metal Installation Guide is a purpose-built, metal guiding tool engineered to deliver the optimal angle every time you drive a Strong-Drive SDWC Truss screw into a stud-to-plate or truss-to-top-plate connection. Constructed from 18-gauge steel with a G90 zinc galvanized finish, this guide is designed specifically for use with the 6-in. Strong-Drive SDWC Truss screw and takes the guesswork out of critical framing connections - simply align the guide to the stud, slide the screw into place, and drive it home for a consistent, secure assembly.

Key Features

• Designed exclusively for the 6-in. Strong-Drive SDWC Truss screw - ensures full compatibility with the SDWC15600, so the guide indexes the screw correctly every single installation.
• Preset to a fixed 22 1/2 deg. installation angle - eliminates guesswork and operator variability, producing properly angled truss and rafter connections that meet the intended design geometry.
• Built from 18-gauge steel with G90 zinc galvanized coating - delivers job-site durability and corrosion resistance, keeping the guide functional and accurate through repeated use in demanding conditions.
• Supports multiple framing connection types - works across stud-to-bottom plate, stud-to-top plate, and truss or rafter-to-top-plate applications, making it a versatile tool for structural framing work.

Why This Product

• Consistent angle, every time - because the guide is fixed at 22 1/2 deg., there is no need to estimate or re-check the drive angle on each fastener, reducing installation errors across an entire framing project.
• Built to last on the job site - the 18-gauge steel body with G90 galvanization resists the wear and corrosion that come with everyday construction environments, so the guide holds its precision over repeated use.
• Speeds up critical structural connections - by aligning and guiding the Strong-Drive SDWC Truss screw in one simple motion, the tool reduces setup time for stud-to-plate and truss fastening tasks without sacrificing accuracy.
• A reliable replacement when the original is lost or worn - sold as a standalone replacement guide for the SDWC15600 screw, it lets crews get back to accurate truss and rafter installations without having to replace hardware they already have on hand.

Specifications

• Model Number: SDWC-GUIDE
• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Compatible Screw: Strong-Drive SDWC Truss Screw (SDWC15600)
• Installation Angle: 22 1/2 degrees
• Material: 18-ga. steel
• Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Packaging: Packs of 1 and Cartons of 100

Approved Applications

• Stud-to-bottom plate connections
• Stud-to-top plate connections
• Fastening trusses to top plates
• Fastening rafters to top plates

Frequently Asked Questions

What screw is this installation guide designed to work with?

This guide is designed specifically for use with the Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive SDWC Truss screw, model number SDWC15600, which is a 6-in. truss screw.

What angle does the SDWC guide set for installation?

The SDWC installation guide is preset to 22 1/2 degrees, ensuring the Strong-Drive SDWC Truss screw is driven at the correct angle for a proper and secure connection every time.

What material and coating is the installation guide made from?

The guide is constructed from 18-gauge steel with a G90 zinc galvanized coating, providing durability and corrosion resistance for job site conditions.

What types of connections can the SDWC Truss screw and this guide be used for?

When used with the SDWC15600 Truss screw, this guide supports stud-to-bottom plate connections, stud-to-top plate connections, and the fastening of trusses and rafters to top plates.