masonry ties
masonry ties
(OP)
i've got a condition where the edge of my stud wall is 7" from my masonry veneer. I've never designed or even looked at the load a 3/16" diameter masonry tie will develop, I've just always speced it because it was standard at the company I worked for. Typically the veneer is alot closer than 7" though. Does anyone know if they make ties that long and what their capacity is?






RE: masonry ties
RE: masonry ties
Some other important considerations are:
ACI 530-99 does not allow the distance between the back of the veneer and the backing to exceed 4 1/2" per 6.2.2.7.4 and 6.2.2.8.2.
Make sure that whoever is writing your masonry spec is not allowing the use of ties with "drips". These can carry very little compressive load because of the bend.
RE: masonry ties