Simpson Strong-Tie SSW18-1KT Strong-Wall Steel First-Floor Wall Connection Kit for Cold-Formed Steel Applications
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW18-1KT Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie SSW18-1KT Steel First-Floor Wall Connection Kit is designed for cold-formed steel applications, ensuring superior performance and simplified installation.
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW18-1KT Includes
- (1) Shear-Transfer Plate with #14 Self-Drilling Screws
- (2) 1″ x 18″ Threaded Rods F1554 Grade 36
- (2) Coupler Nuts
- (2) Heavy Hex Nuts
- Installation Instructions
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW18-1KT Features
- Ensures a simplified installation to provide superior performance
- Minimizes modifications to wood floor systems
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW18-1KT Applications
- Cold-Formed Steel: Designed for use in cold-formed steel applications
Simpson Strong-Tie SSW18-1KT Installation Overview
- Drill or notch subfloor to allow compression nuts to sit flush with underside of Steel Strong-Wall (SSW)
- Assemble coupler nuts and compression nuts to threaded rods
- Attach threaded rod assembly to anchor bolts in the concrete foundation
- 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 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 SSW18-1KT Specifications
| Application | Cold-Formed Steel |
| API Approval | Approved – Full |
| Wall Width (in.) | 18 |
NOTE: Two heavy hex nuts included with each wall.
