Gambrel Roof Connectors

For a rafter to face connector flatten the top flange into the face plate.

Gambrel roof connectors.

The varied roof lines that are possible with stick frame homes can also enhance curb appeal and market value for some homebuyers. Simpson strong tie category roof truss and rafter connectors ties and straps for cold formed steel construction. Use a jig when assembling the arches all my cuts were spot on but they all don t go into the supports evenly and when you put the cross piece in if not exact on each one it will adjust the arch one way or the other and then throw off the roof line. This is the second one so me helpful hints since the connectors are flimsy until the unit is completely assembled.

Thd sku 464074. Our newest connectors have been developed to make stick frame connections in roofs as intuitive as possible to ensure the construction of safer stronger homes. Hardware is required at only three points as opposed to nine different joints in the roof assembly of a traditionally framed gambrel making the system considerably easier to build. The gussets top in the gambrel system above designed by the author create a three hinged arch out of each frame which simplifies the load analysis significantly.