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

1. Drill or notch subfloor to allow compression nuts to sit flush with underside of Steel Strong-Wall (SSW)
2. Assemble coupler nuts and compression nuts to threaded rods
3. Attach threaded rod assembly to anchor bolts in the concrete foundation
4. Install solid blocking under center and each end of SSW per designer
5. Place SSW over threaded rod and secure with anchor nuts included in SSW kit
6. Attach shear transfer plate to SSW with supplied #14 self-drilling screws, and to rim joist with 0.148″ x 3″ nails
7. Complete assembly with A34 angles (sold separately) per designer
8. Attach SSW to top plates or header with Strong-Drive SDS screws (supplied)

Simpson Strong-Tie SSW18-1KT Specifications

NOTE: Two heavy hex nuts included with each wall.