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LS Skewable L Angle

Joist Framing Connectors

This product's information may differ depending on the category of use. You are currently viewing details related to Joist Framing Connectors. You can also view product information related to the categories of: Reinforcing and Skewable Angles, Roof Truss and Rafter Connectors, Ties, and Straps for Cold-Formed Steel Construction, Rigid Connectors for Cold-Formed Steel Construction

The LS connector is a cost-effective method for connecting roof rafters to hip rafters. The durable design and fastening options of these load-rated skewable angles make them an ideal option compared to field-fabricated clip angles. The LS has well-defined fastener locations, and testing ensures that the tabulated load values account for connection eccentricities.

Key Features

  • The connectors are general utility-reinforcing angles with multiple uses
  • Field-adjustable angles from 0° to 135° allow for attaching members intersecting at angles
  • Perfect angle series for many household repairs and DIY projects

Material

  • 43 mil (18 ga.)

Finish

  • Galvanized or ZMAX®; some models available in stainless steel. See Corrosion Information

Installation

  • Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes
  • Field skewable; bend one time only
  • Joist must be constrained against rotation (for example, with solid blocking) when using a single LS per connection

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Product Information Table

Fastener Production Information and Stuff & Things
Model No. Thickness (mil) Ga. L (in.) Coating/Material Packaging Qty.
LS30 43 18 3 3/8 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LS30Z 43 18 3 3/8 ZMAX® 1
LS50 43 18 4 7/8 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LS50SS 43 18 4 7/8 Stainless Steel 1
LS50Z 43 18 4 7/8 ZMAX® 1
LS70 43 18 6 3/8 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LS70Z 43 18 6 3/8 ZMAX® 1
LS90 43 18 7 7/8 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
LS90Z 43 18 7 7/8 ZMAX® 1

Load Tables

Load Values with Nails

    These products are available with additional corrosion protection.

   For stainless-steel fasteners, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.

L/LS/GA Reinforcing and Skewable Angles Load Table
  1. Connectors are required on both sides to achieve F2 loads in both directions.
  2. Fasteners: Nail dimensions in the table are listed diameter by length. SD screws are Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive SD Connector screws. For additional information, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.
  3. Using Strong-Drive SD Connector screw (SD9112) for 0.148" x 1 1/2" and 0.148" x 3" nails will get the same load as nails.

Load Values with Stainless Steel Nails

Model No. Fasteners DF/SP Allowable Loads SPF/HF Allowable Loads
Floor (100) Snow (115) Roof (125) (160) Floor (100) Snow (115) Roof (125) (160)
  1. SSA10d nails are Simpson Strong-Tie® stainless steel ring shank nails.
  2. NAILS: SS10d and SSA10d = 0.148" dia. X 3" long. See other nail sizes and information.
LS50SS 8-SS10d 355 355 355 355 240 240 240 240
8-SSA10d 475 540 585 730 410 465 505 630

Code Reports & Compliance

Drawings

PDF DWG DXF RFA IFC SAT

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