The StrongDrive SDWC Truss Screw provides a truss and rafter-to-top plate connection as well as a method to fasten stud-to-top and bottom plate. The fully-threaded shank engages the entire length of the fastener providing a secure connection.

Product Description

The StrongDrive SDWC Truss Screw provides a truss and rafter-to-top plate connection as well as a method to fasten stud-to-top and bottom plate. The fully-threaded shank engages the entire length of the fastener, providing a secure connection.

The SDWC uplift values listed were analysed and calculated based on the characteristics determined following AS1649-2001 (Timber-Methods of Test for Mechanical Fasteners and Connectors-Basic Working Loads and Characteristic Strength). The SDWC has also been tested in accordance with ICC-ES AC233 (screw) and AC13 (wall assembly and roof-to-wall assembly) for uplift and lateral loads between wall plates and vertical wall framing and between the top plate and the roof rafters or trusses.

Material: Carbon Steel

Finish: ECoat

Features & Benefits:

• Cap Head countersinks fully into the double top plate to avoid interference with plasterboard or finish trades

• Fully-threaded shank engages the entire length of the fastener, providing a secure connection between the roof and wall framing members

• Type-17 Point for faster starts and easier driving

• Wide tolerance on installation angle makes it easy to install the SDWC correctly Installation guide included to help ensure proper installation angle

• Can be installed from inside the structure, eliminating exterior work on the upper stories and enhancing job safety

• Fastening can be performed before or after exterior sheathing is applied for added flexibility

• Installation guide included in pack to help ensure proper installation angle