DSC Drag-Strut Connector
Product Details
The DSC drag-strut connector transfers diaphragm shear forces from a girder truss or beam to shearwalls. The DSC5 has been designed to optimize fastener location. The DSC2 is a smaller, lighter version that installs with fewer fasteners.
Key Features
- Left-hand and right-hand versions available
- DSC connectors install with 1/4" x 3" Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (provided)
Material
- DSC2 — 8 gauge; DSC5 — 3 gauge
Finish
- DSC2 — galvanized; DSC5 — Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint
Installation
- Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes
- Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws are provided
Related Literature
Product Information Table
| Model No. | Skew L/R | Ga. | L (in.) | Product Includes | Coating/Material | Packaging Qty. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DSC2L-SDS3 | Left | 8 | 16 | (20) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| DSC2L-SDS3HDG | Left | 8 | 16 | (20) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws | Hot-Dip Galvanized | 1 |
| DSC2R-SDS3 | Right | 8 | 16 | (20) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws | Zinc Galvanized, G90 | 1 |
| DSC2R-SDS3HDG | Right | 8 | 16 | (20) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws | Hot-Dip Galvanized | 1 |
| DSC5L-SDS3 | Left | 3 | 21 | (24) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws | Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint | 1 |
| DSC5L-SDS3HDG | Left | 3 | 21 | (24) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws | Hot-Dip Galvanized | 1 |
| DSC5R-SDS3 | Right | 3 | 21 | (24) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws | Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint | 1 |
| DSC5R-SDS3HDG | Right | 3 | 21 | (24) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws | Hot-Dip Galvanized | 1 |
Load Tables
- Allowable loads have been increased for wind or earthquake loading with no further increase allowed. Reduce where other loads govern.
- Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screw minimum penetration is 2 3/4", minimum end distance is 2 1/2" for DSC2 and 3 3/4" for DSC5, and minimum edge distance is 5/8" for full load values.
- Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws may be installed through metal truss plates as approved by the truss designer, provided the requirements of ANSI/TPI 1-2014, Sections 7.5.3.4 and 8.9.2 are met (predrilling required through the plate using a 5/32" bit maximum).
Code Reports & Compliance
Drawings
| DWG | DXF | RFA | IFC | SAT | |||
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