Simpson 1/4x6 strong tie equivalent

[JBR87]

Good morning guys.

Like the title says I'm looking for an equivalent to the Strong-Drive® SDS Structural Wood Screw 1/4x6 screws. Our Supplier has this item on back order so we're looking for a replacement. I'm coming from a structural steel background, the last time I looked at timber design was in my final year timber design class in Uni.

any help would be appreciated

thanx,
Jeff

 

[msquared48]

Try calling the geeneral number for Simpson at 1-800-999-5099 and ask for the local rep. They should be able to lead you in the right direction.

Mike McCann
MMC Engineering

http://mmcengineering.tripod.com

 

[MiketheEngineer]

Check out USP - Google them. They sell many of the same things Simpson does...

 

[JBR87]

Thanks for the quick responses guys USP looks good I also found a lead on some some fastenmaster Trusslok's that fit the bill as well.

Jeff

 

[AELLC]

Can you specify ordinary lag bolts of the same size?

 

[MiketheEngineer]

You could use lags - but these truss bolts tend to be stronger and easier to install.... for what that's worth.

 

[boo1]

try

http://www.grkfasteners.com/en/RSS_0_LTF_information.htm

http://www.screw-products.com/star-drive-construction-lag-screws.htm#qtrlag

 

[shobroco]

Logboss Screws. Just google them.