Simpson Strong-Tie H8 H8Z Hurricane Tie, 8 in L, 1-1/4 in W, Steel, ZMAX, Fastening Method: Nail

The H8 single-sided hurricane tie is designed to resist moderate loads at the top of a wall connection. Provides a connection as part of a continuous load path to resist wind and seismic forces. The H8 is versatile and has been tested for connecting I-joist rafters to double-top-plates as well as studs to sill plates.

Made of steel with a zmax finish, with fastening method Nail, material gauge 18 ga, resists Corrosion.

• Great for connecting 2X deck joists on top of a perpendicular beam
• Install in pairs on either side of the rafter/truss/joist to provide resistance to uplift and lateral forces
• Use also for a variety of connections where one member crosses another
• ZMAX® galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
• Approved for installation with load-rated Strong-Drive® SD connector screws
• Can be installed with flanges facing either inward or outward
• 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