
Simpson Strong-Tie PA68 PA 70 in. 12-Gauge Galvanized Purlin Anchor
Product Description
Simpson Strong-Tie connectors make projects easier to build while making them stronger and safer. They are engineered and tested to perform and are manufactured to the highest quality standards. Whether working on a home project or building a structure to comply with building codes, go with the choice of engineers and contractors, go with genuine Simpson Strong-Tie connectors. PA/HPA purlin anchors offer solutions for wood to concrete and concrete block connections which satisfy code requirements. The PA's dual embedment line allows installation in concrete or concrete block.
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Product Details
Key Features
- Minimum embedment line indicators for both concrete and masonry installations
- Nailing pattern optimized for narrow face of nominal 3x or double 2x wood member
- Low design profile minimizes visibility
Material
- 12 gauge
Finish
- Galvanized or ZMAX® coating
Installation
- Use all specified fasteners; some models have extra fastener holes. See General Notes.
- Purlin anchor must hook around rebar.
- Allowable loads are for a horizontal installation into the side of a concrete or masonry wall.
- For vertical installation in the top of GFCMU, refer to engineering letter PA Models - Vertical Installation in the Top of GFCMU (L-C-PAGFCMUUP).
- PA51/PA68 — for additional length, an MST strap can be attached using 1/2" bolts through existing holes.
Edge Distance — minimum concrete edge distance is 5". Minimum concrete-block left-to-right edge distance is 20".
Concrete Block Wall — the minimum wall specifications are:
A — one #4 vertical rebar, 32" long, 16" each side of anchor
B — two courses of grout-filled block above and below the anchor (no cold joints allowed)
C — a horizontal bond beam with two #4 rebars, 40" long, a maximum of two courses above or below the anchor
D — minimum masonry compressive strength, f'm = 1,500 psi
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