Connection Details
Single-Runner Application
Double-Runner Application
When the axial force in a member exceeds 450 lbs., you can double the SideStep® Plate's capacity of 450 lbs. by adding an H2 Clip. When an H2 Clip is installed on the back of the kneewall and kingpost, the SideStep Plate's connection capacity expands to 900 lbs. Furthermore, the SideStep Plate can accommodate various angles, such as 20°, 27°, 31°, 35°, and more.
Please note: Nails may be required between the lateral runner plate and bottom chord of the truss to transmit shear forces. Consult the approved truss drawing for specific fastening instructions.
| Single-Runner Application | |
|---|---|
Side View |
End view |
Notes:
- This drawing and its specifications represent maximum axial load conditions. An exact analysis shall be permitted to adjust fastener specifications.
- Nails shall be 10d common wire nails, 3" long, D=0.148", Fyb=90,000 PSI conforming to ASTM Standard F1667.
- Fasten the SideStep Plate to the joining member with (6) Simpson SD8x1.25 screws, (6) Simpson 8n nails or equal.
- Do not increase loads due to load duration.
- Kingpost depth shall be greater than or equal to the kneewall depth.
- UFP H2 clip to be installed on-site by customer. Fasten each end as stated in Note 3.
| Double-Runner Application | |
|---|---|
Side View |
End view |
Notes:
- This drawing and its specifications represent maximum axial load conditions. An exact analysis shall be permitted to adjust fastener specifications.
- Nails shall be 10d common wire nails, 3"h long, D=0. 148"h, Fyb=90,000 PSI conforming to ASTM Standard F1667.
- Fasten the SideStep Plate to the joining member with (6) Simpson SD8x1.25 screws, (6) Simpson 8n nails or equal.
- Do not increase loads due to load duration.
- Kingpost depth shall be greater than or equal to the kneewall depth.
- UFP H2 clip to be installed on-site by customer. Fasten each end as stated in Note 3.