Truss Compression Chord Splice Connection

[Berniedog]

Our Senior Structural guy is not available. I understand how to design a splice for a tension chord of a truss. How is the splice designed for the compression chord.

 

[engstructural]

I would take this to be a simpler connection the two ends should bear directly against each other and transmit the compressoin forces. Your splice will be holding the two members securely in place.

 

[civilperson]

Make it the same in case of uplift stress reversal. (tension goes top and compression goes to bottom)

 

[slickdeals]

I think there may be an AISC requirement for designing the compression splice for 50% of tension or some such. Can't remember off the top of my head.