Simpson Strong-Tie connectors make projects easier to build while making them stronger and safer. They are engineered and tested to perform and are manufactured to the highest quality standards. Whether working on a home project or building a structure to comply with building codes, go with the choice of engineers and contractors, go with genuine Simpson Strong-Tie connectors. The HS24 saddle rafter tie is a wind and seismic tie for trusses and rafters. It is designed to help resist uplift forces.
Attaches the bottom chord of a truss or rafter at pitches from 0:12 to 4:12 to double 2 x 4 top plates
Double-shear nailing allows for higher lateral resistance
Made from 18-gauge steel
Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance
Install with 8d x 1-1/2-in and 8d common nails