Miscellaneous
WB/WBC/TWB/RCWB
Wall Bracing
Model No.
L
Angle and Wall Height
WB106 WB106C TWB10 RCWB12 WB126 WB126C TWB12 RCWB12 WB126 WB126C TWB12 WB143C RCWB14 TWB14
9'-5 5⁄8" 9'-6" 9'-9" 11'-4" 11'-4 3⁄8" 11'-4 3⁄4" 11'-4" 11'-4" 11'-4 3⁄8" 11'-4 3⁄4" 11'-4" 14'-3" 14'-2" 14'-2"
8' @ 60 8' @ 60 8' @ 55 8' @ 45 8' @ 45 8' @ 45 8' @ 45 9' @ 53 9' @ 53 9' @ 53 9' @ 53 10' @ 45 10' @ 45 10' @ 45
Fasteners Plates Studs 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d 2-16d 1-8d
1¹⁄₄"
WB
WBC Break off WBC at predetermined length
TWB
RCWB
L
Rolled edges for strength and safety Rolled edge for strength and safety
Code Ref. I16, L9, F15 I16, L9, F15 I16, F15 I16, L9, F15 I16, L9, F15 I16, F15 I16, L9, F15
I16, L9, F15
Typical RCWB Installation
1. NAILS: 16d = 0.162" dia. x 3 1⁄2" long, 8d = 0.131" dia. x 2 1⁄2" long. See pages 22-23 for other nail sizes and information.
WB or WBC Wall Bracing “X” and “V” Applications
IS Insulation Supports The insulation supports are cut from carbon steel, spring wire for optimum flexibility and strength. Mitered tips dig into the wood, securing itself and insulation when installed between joists. MATERIAL: 14 gauge FINISH: None INSTALLATION: • Install between joists. IS16 for 16" o.c. spacing; IS24 for 24" o.c. spacing. Follow insulation manufacturer’s installation instructions. • Wear safety glasses, gloves and other appropriate safety equipment. CODES: See page 12 for Code Reference Key Chart. Model
Diameter
Length (in.)
Joist Spacing
IS16-R100
0.08
15 1⁄2
16" o.c.
IS24-R100
0.08
23 1⁄2
24" o.c.
Code Ref. 180
Miscellaneous
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Simpson Strong-Tie® wall bracing products offer effective options to resist racking during construction. Additionally the RCWB and WB/WBC can be used to fulfill the same code bracing requirements as a 1x4 let-in brace, but are cost effective and faster to install. Not designed to replace structural panel shearwall load-carrying component. The WBC (coiled WB) multiple product dispenser pack weighs less than 40 pounds, making storage and transportation easy. WB106C—15 pieces per roll, WB126C— 12 pieces per roll, WB143C—10 pieces per roll. The RCWB features a rolled edge (the TWB has two rolled edges) for extra strength and safety. MATERIAL: WB and WBC—16 gauge; TWB—22 gauge; RCWB—20 gauge FINISH: Galvanized INSTALLATION: • Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes. WB and WBC: • Install in “X” pairs or in opposing “V” fashion. • Use with 16" or 24" o.c. 2x4 (min.) studs. RCWB and TWB: • Use with 16" o.c. studs. • Use minimum of 2x4 studs with TWB. • Use minimum of 2x6 studs with RCWB (2x4 min. for interior, non-bearing wall). • Establish a run-line using the bracing as a straight edge. Single cut a saw kerf 5 ⁄8" deep (TWB) or 1 1⁄8" deep (RCWB) along the run line. If the wall is pre-framed on the floor, place the part into the saw kerf, and put one nail into the top plate. Tilt the wall up and plumb before nailing off top plate, bottom plate and studs according to the nailing schedule. CODES: See page 12 for Code Reference Key Chart.
IS16
(IS24 similar) Typical IS Installation
225