Roof Rafter Connectors

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.

Roof rafter connectors.

Great for use with rafters that are sloped up to 30 easier and stronger than toenailing or screw fastening. 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. Attaching rafters without birdsmouth variable pitch connector.

The rr provides a connection between a rafter and the ridge of a roof. It is site adjustable for slopes up to 45 to cater for the hip pitch for both left and right rafters. These connectors attach to the lip of the top plate with galvanized nails through predrilled holes. Install the connector using no 9 1 1 2 inch simpson structural connector screws.

The vpa may be sloped in the field offering a versatile solution for attaching rafters to the top plate. The rafter is then inserted into the bracket that is attached to the plate and secured with nails via predrilled holes. The rr may be used with rafters sloped up to 30. Determining which truss or rafter is the girder may require a trip into the attic.

For hip roofs the code specifies that hip and girder rafters or trusses be connected to exterior wall plates. The hrc is a one piece connector for supporting hip members from the ridge beam or rafters. Now you can install your rafters into the connectors. Top flange designed to interlock when used in pairs so that rafters maintain correct alignment.

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. This connector eliminates the need for notched rafters beveled top plates and toe nailing. For a rafter to face connector flatten the top flange into the face plane. An interlock provides alignment control and correct nailing locations.