Product Description
Simpson LRU28Z 2X8 Light Rafter U Hanger - Slopeable (25 Pack) The LRUZ offers an economic alternative for those applications requiring a sloped hanger for rafter-to-ridge connections. Used with solid sawn rafters, the LRUZ’s unique design enables the hanger to be installed either before or after the rafter is in place. The field-adjustable seat helps improve job efficiency by eliminating mismatched angles in the field and lead times associated with special orders. The LRUZ offers comparable or better load capacity to other rafter hangers at a reduced cost while using fewer fasteners.
Key Features
- The open design and ability to field-adjust the slope make the LRUZ ideal for both retrofit or new applications.
- May be sloped down from 0° (0:12 pitch) to 49° (14:12). For slopes greater than 45°, allowable downloads are 0.85 of table loads.
- May be sloped up from 0° to 45°.
- For added versatility, the fasteners on the face of the hanger are placed high, enabling the bottom of the rafter to hang below the ridge beam (see “Max. C1” dimension in Standard Installation table).
- Can be installed using nails or Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws.
- US Patent 10,370,842
Material
- 18 gauge
Finish
- ZMAX® coating (G-185)
- Dimensions: 1-9/16 in. wide, 6-15/16 in. high.
- Slope Range: 0° to 45° (down to 49° or 14:12 with reduced load capacities of 0.85).
- Fasteners: Use #9 x 1-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SD screws or equivalent for optimal installation.
- Application: Suitable for hip, jack, and common rafters, with an open design for easy retrofitting.
- Installation Method: Install with high-placed face fasteners, ensuring the seat is tight to the joist.
For slopes greater than 45° and up to 49° (14:12), the allowable loads are reduced to 0.85 of the standard, tabulated values.