Correct Way to Nail Simpson Metal Connectors

The Simpson tie connectors are metal connectors that help builders to construct safe, stable buildings. The metal connectors should be used in conjunction with the right nails. Nails that corrode or are not the right size for the connector will compromise the strength of your structure. Follow the product guidelines to ensure that you are using the metal connectors correctly and that you are using the right size and kind of nail.

Nail
Nail gun or hammer

Instructions

- 1
  Ensure that you are using the correct kind and size nails for your Simpson's connectors. They are as follows:
  
  3D common connectors use 3¹⁄2-inch wire nails.
  
  N16 connectors require 3, 2 1/2-inch wire nails.
  
  10D common connectors use 3-inch wire nails.
  
  N10 connectors use 2 joist nails.
  
  8D common connectors use 2 1/2-inch wire nails.
  
  N8 use 1 1/2-inch nails.
- 2
  Drive nails 1 1/8 inch to 1 5/8 inch into the wood for best results.
- 3
  Use a nail gun carefully to ensure that the nails are correctly installed. Nail guns must be used with a hole locating tool.

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