The H3 single-sided hurricane tie is designed to resist moderate loads at the rafter/truss to-top-plate connection. As part of a continuous load path, the H3 resists both lateral and uplift loads. H3 ties are available in left and right-hand models and can be installed in pairs.
| Material Gauge |
: |
18 ga |
| Material |
: |
Steel |
| Type |
: |
Hurricane Ties |
| Finish |
: |
Galvanized |
| Length |
: |
4-5/8 in |
| Width |
: |
1-9/16 in |
| Fastening Method |
: |
Nail |
| Resists |
: |
Corrosion |
- Provides a connection between the rafter or truss and the wall of the structure that helps resist wind and seismic forces
- Approved for installation with load-rated Strong-Drive® SD connector screws
- Use also for a variety of connections where one member crosses another
- Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance
- Hurricane ties do not replace solid blocking
- When installing ties on plated trusses (on the side opposite the truss plate) do not fasten through the truss plate from behind