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� <br /> � �qZs� Go�..�:� G�•-r6 /�e-+e� <br /> , FASTENMASTER TECHNICAL BULLETIN <br /> N <br /> � � � � � � � � � ��__. <br /> :;.'Ms'�'.r . <br /> s; � <br /> CONNECTION DETAILS � <br /> � <br /> The minimum fastening requirements for the rafter to top plate connection in the 2006/2009 International Residential <br /> Code (Table R602.3) require 2-1 bd nails toenailed. The 2006/2009 International Building Code (Table 2304.9.1) <br /> requires 3-8d nails toenailed. Both of these codes can be met by installing the FastenMaster TimberLok when the guide- ; <br /> lines on this technical bulletin are followed. In many cases where increased wind uplift or seismic conditions require a <br /> stronger rafter to top plate connection, this fastening method may also be used to replace metal ties and straps. i <br /> � � i <br /> CAN BE USED WHEN RAFTER IS ALIGNED OVER OR BETWEEN WALL STUDS <br /> � <br /> /; <br /> / <br /> i ��— — <br /> � <br /> � <br /> i <br /> SIDE FasfenMasFer. <br /> �'E'" TimberLok <br /> . ... <br /> • Use a 6" FastenMaster Timberlok. • Drive fastener through double top plate at a 22'/z°ongle <br /> • Where the rafter is directly over the wall stud, insert fastener point �+�—5°)and into the center of the rafter. <br /> between the bottom of the top plate and the top of the stud. • Fastener must be driven into the center of the 1'/z"rafter edge <br /> • Where the rafter is located between two studs, insert fastener point �+�—'�4��� With the threads fully embedded into the rofter. <br /> on bottom surface of the top plate no greater than '/z"from the • Bring the fastener head flush with the wood surface. <br /> inside edge of the plate. � <br /> FastenMaster. Effective until January 1, 2010.Updated information must be obtained after this date. <br /> FASTER EASIER STRONGER �53 BOWLES ROAD,AGAWAM,MA 01001 413•789•0252 800•518•3569 WWW.FASTENMASTER.COM <br />