Roof Rafter Connectors

For a rafter to face connector flatten the top flange into the face plane.

Roof rafter connectors.

For hip roofs the code specifies that hip and girder rafters or trusses be connected to exterior wall plates. Install the connector using no 9 1 1 2 inch simpson structural connector screws. The rr provides a connection between a rafter and the ridge of a roof. Great for use with rafters that are sloped up to 30 easier and stronger than toenailing or screw fastening.

Top flange designed to interlock when used in pairs so that rafters maintain correct alignment. Save big on our selection of roof truss ties field splice kits and drag strut connectors. It should be flush with the outside edge of your top plate. It is site adjustable for slopes up to 45 to cater for the hip pitch for both left and right rafters.

Now you can install your rafters into the connectors. Simpson strong tie category roof truss and rafter connectors ties and straps for cold formed steel construction. These connectors attach to the lip of the top plate with galvanized nails through predrilled holes. Use with rafter slopes up to 30 made from 18 gauge steel.

It will adjust to accommodate slopes between 3 12 and 12 12 making it a complement to the versatile lssu. You ll use the same type of connectors you used on the other rafters except that you ll cut one wing off the one on the exterior shed side. An interlock provides alignment control and correct nailing locations. The rr may be used with rafters sloped up to 30.

The hrc is a one piece connector for supporting hip members from the ridge beam or rafters. The rafter is then inserted into the bracket that is attached to the plate and secured with nails via predrilled holes. This connector eliminates the need for notched rafters beveled top plates and toe nailing. The girder which by definition supports the inboard end of other framing members can be anywhere from 3 to 11 feet back from the corner.