Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Strong-Wall Steel Two-Story Stacked-Wall Connection Kit for 15″ Walls
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Description
The Steel Two-Story Stacked-Wall Connection Kit for 15 in. Walls by Simpson Strong-Tie offers high load capacity and efficient design for two-story stacked applications.
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Includes
- (1) Shear-Transfer Plate with #14 Self-Drilling Screws
- (2) 1″ x 48″ Threaded Rods F1554 Grade 36
- (6) Heavy Hex Nuts
- Installation Instructions
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Features
- High load capacity for industry-leading performance
- Design procedures account for cumulative overturning
- No bearing plates required, allowing flush placement against corners
- Compression loads transferred by nut and rod to reduce wood crushing
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Applications
- Two-story stacked construction on concrete foundations
- Structural reinforcement for lateral systems
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Installation Overview
- Drill or notch subfloor to allow compression nuts to sit flush with underside of Steel Strong-Wall (SSW)
- Drill holes in first-story top plates to allow threaded rod to pass through
- Install threaded rods and nuts in lower Steel Strong-Wall
- Extend threaded rod through lower wall and floor system into upper wall
- Install solid blocking under center and each end of SSW per designer
- Place SSW over threaded rod and secure with anchor nuts included in SSW kit
- Attach shear transfer plate to upper SSW with supplied #14 self-drilling screws, and to rim joist with 0.148″ x 3″ nails
- Complete assembly with A34 angles (sold separately) per designer
- Attach SSW to top plates or header with Strong-Drive SDS screws (supplied)
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW15-2KT Specifications
| Application | Two-Story Stacked on Concrete Foundation |
| API Approval | Approved – Full |
| Wall Width | 15 in. |
NOTE: Two heavy hex nuts included with each wall.
