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gable attic truss top chord dimension

gable attic truss top chord dimension

gable attic truss top chord dimension

(OP)
estimating a detached garage.what is the pitch and diagonal length for a gable attic truss with a total span(total run) of 32ft.

RE: gable attic truss top chord dimension

how about some other info ?
2x6 or 2x4 top chord
whats the over all height
what are the heel heights??

you may want to contact a truss supplier to get the info your looking for .

JP
General Manager (now)
Truss Designer (10+ years)

RE: gable attic truss top chord dimension

the pitch is a function of the height as well as the span.  when you say diagonal length, what dimension are you referring to?  the total top chord length?  more info is needed.

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