Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie SP8Z U-Shaped Stud Plate Tie is a ZMAX-coated 20-gauge steel connector engineered to provide reliable stud-to-plate connections that resist uplift forces in wood-framed walls. Measuring 7-5/16 in. wide by 8-5/16 in. long, this U-shaped strap is a cost-effective solution for securing studs to top plates or sill plates against wind and seismic loads when installed before wall placement.
Key Features
- Load rated for dependable, engineered performance
- Designed to resist wind and seismic forces
- U-shaped profile features a horizontal portion that bears against wood-wall top plates or sill plates and two vertical legs that nail to the edges of a wood stud
- Does not require top or bottom track attachment, simplifying installation
- ZMAX coating provides enhanced corrosion resistance
- Cost-effective option for stud-to-plate uplift resistance when properly installed before wall placement
- Made in the United States
Specifications
- Model No.: SP8Z
- Gauge: 20
- Width: 7-5/16 in.
- Length: 8-5/16 in.
- Coating/Material: ZMAX
- Fasteners Required: (6) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails
- Country of Origin: United States
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the SP8Z designed to do?
- The SP8Z is designed as a stud-to-plate connection to resist uplift. The horizontal portion of the U-shaped strap bears against the wood-wall top plates or sill plates, while the two vertical legs are nailed to the edges of a wood stud to secure the connection.
- What fasteners are required to install the SP8Z?
- Installation requires (6) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails, which are driven into the vertical legs of the strap at the stud edges.
- Does the SP8Z need to be attached to a top or bottom track?
- No. The SP8Z does not require top or bottom track attachment, which simplifies the installation process.
- When should the SP8Z be installed relative to wall construction?
- The SP8Z is a cost-effective option when properly installed before the placement of the wall, allowing the strap to be correctly positioned between the stud and plate during framing.
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