The Simpson Strong-Tie CS16Z is a 150-foot, 16-gauge ZMAX galvanized coiled strap designed for joining and reinforcing structural connections across a wide range of light-duty repairs and heavy-duty construction projects. As a continuous utility strap, it can be cut to any needed length directly on the job site, eliminating waste and making it a cost-effective, highly versatile solution. Sized to fit nominal 2x lumber, this coiled strap is packaged in a lightweight carton for easy transport and handling. The ZMAX galvanized coating provides enhanced corrosion resistance, making it an excellent choice for exterior applications and installations involving treated wood.

Key Features

• Sized to fit nominal 2x lumber
• Packaged in lightweight cartons
• Length: 150 ft.
• Made from 16-gauge steel
• ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
• Continuous coiled strap - cut to length on the job site
• Can be used on the wide or narrow face of lumber
• Many straps designed to be used back-to-back on a piece of lumber without fastener interference

Specifications

• Model Number: CS16Z
• Gauge: 16
• Length: 150 ft.
• Coating / Finish: ZMAX
• Member Size: 2x (nominal)
• Install With: 0.131 in. x 2-1/2 in. nailsOR0.148 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Joining and reinforcing joints on the wide or narrow face of lumber
• Light-duty repairs and heavy-duty structural projects
• Exterior applications requiring enhanced corrosion resistance
• Installations involving treated wood
• Applications where a continuous strap cut to a custom length on site is required
• Back-to-back strap installations on a single piece of lumber without fastener interference

Note: Product dimensions and/or screw or bolt holes may differ from picture. Please see item description for specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this coiled strap be used with treated lumber and in exterior applications?

Yes. The CS16Z features ZMAX galvanization, which provides extra corrosion resistance specifically suited for exterior applications and installations involving treated wood.

What nails are recommended for installing the CS16Z coiled strap?

Simpson recommends installing this strap with either 0.131 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails or 0.148 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails.

What lumber size is this strap designed to fit, and how is it applied?

The CS16Z is sized to fit nominal 2x lumber and can be applied to either the wide or narrow face. As a continuous coiled strap, it can be cut to any required length directly on the job site, reducing waste and allowing flexibility across a wide range of projects.

Can two straps be installed back-to-back on the same piece of lumber?

Yes. Many Simpson coiled straps, including the CS16Z, are designed to be used back-to-back on a piece of lumber without fastener interference, making it convenient for reinforcing both sides of a connection simultaneously.