Page 180 of Wood Construction Connectors 2006 Catalog by Simpson Strong-Tie

181 Miscellaneous WB/WBC/TWB/CWB/RCWB Wall Bracing J/JP Floor Beam Levelers Simpson Wall Bracing products offer effective options to resist racking during construction. Additionally the RCWB, CWB and WB/WBC can be used to fulfill the same code bracing requirements as a 1x4 let-in brace, but are cost effective and faster to install. Not designed to replace structural panel shearwall load-carrying component. The WBC (coiled WB) multiple product dispenser pack weighs less than 40 pounds, making storage and transportation easy. WB106C 15 pieces per roll, WB126C 12 pieces per roll, WB143C 10 pieces per roll. The RCWB features a rolled edge (the TWB has two rolled edges) for extra strength and safety. MATERIAL: WB and WBC-16 gauge; CWB-18 gauge; TWB-22 gauge; RCWB-20 gauge FINISH: Galvanized INSTALLATION: Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. WB and WBC: Install in X pairs or in opposing V fashion. Use with 16" or 24" o.c. 2x4 (min.) studs. CWB, RCWB and TWB: Use with 16" o.c. studs. Use minimum of 2x4 studs with CWB and TWB. Use minimum of 2x6 studs with RCWB (2x4 min. for interior, non-bearing wall). Establish a run-line using the bracing as a straight edge. Single cut a saw kerf " deep (TWB), deep (CWB) or 1 deep (RCWB) along the run line. If the wall is pre-framed on the floor, place the part into the saw kerf, and put one nail into the top plate. Tilt the wall up and plumb before nailing off top plate, bottom plate and studs according to the nailing schedule. CODES: See page 12 for Code Listing Key Chart. CWB 1 " WB WBC TWB Typical RCWB Installation WB or WBC Wall Bracing X and V Applications For personal safety, install the CWB with sheared edges down. RCWB Model No. L Angle and Wall Size Fasteners Plates Studs RCWB10 9'-9" 8' 55 2-16d 1-8d WB106 9'-5 " 8' 60 2-16d 1-8d WB106C 9'-6" 8' 60 2-16d 1-8d CWB106 9'-5 " 8' 60 2-16d 1-8d TWB10 9'-9" 8' 55 2-16d 1-8d RCWB12 11'-4" 8' 45 2-16d 1-8d RCWB12 11'-4" 9' 53 2-16d 1-8d WB126 11'-4 " 8' 45 2-16d 1-8d WB126 11'-4 " 9' 53 2-16d 1-8d WB126C 11'-4 " 8' 45 2-16d 1-8d WB126C 11'-4 " 9' 53 2-16d 1-8d CWB126 11'-4 " 8' 45 2-16d 1-8d CWB126 11'-4 " 9' 53 2-16d 1-8d TWB12 11'-4" 8' 45 2-16d 1-8d TWB12 11'-4" 9' 53 2-16d 1-8d WB143C 14'-3" 10' 45 2-16d 1-8d RCWB14 14'-2" 10' 45 2-16d 1-8d TWB14 14'-2" 10' 45 2-16d 1-8d Code Ref. 5, 121 5, 121 5, 121 7, 88, 121 7, 88, 121 7, 88, 121 7, 121 7, 121 7, 90, 121 7, 90, 121 6, 86, 121 6, 121 6, 86, 121 6 170 The WBC Handy Carry Carton is convenient to store, transport and use. Jack piers and standard floor beam levelers offer unique leveling simplicity during and after construction. MATERIAL: 12 gauge plates, threaded rod, 1 O.D. steel pipe FINISH: None. Connectors installed in damp areas, or corrosive environments that are not exposed to rain or periodic washing, will deteriorate at a faster rate. Corrosion-resistant finishes and maintenance can improve the connectors service life. INSTALLATION: Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. Holes are provided for installation with 4-10dx1 nails. Do not use J/JPs for dynamic jacking of structures, such as houses. CODES: See page 12 for Code Listing Key Chart. Model No. Dimensions A Code Ref. llowable Bearing Loads (100) H (inches) (Min-Max) Threaded Rod Length JP44 2-4 4 4440 1 J57 5-7 4 4380 3, 39, 88, 121 J813 8-13 8 4380 J Floor Beam Leveler Two Methods of JP44 Installation 1. Consider allowable loads for 4x4 post. 2. Loads may not be increased for short-term loading. 3. NAILS: 10dx1 0.148" dia. x 1 long. See page 16-17 for other nail sizes and information. 1. NAILS: 16d 0.162" dia. x 3 long, 8d 0.131" dia. x 2 long. See page 16-17 for other nail sizes and information.

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