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MPA1-TZ

Multi-Purpose Framing Angles with Tabs

Manufacturer
USP Structural Connectors
Part Number
MPA1-TZ
Retail UPC
MPA1-TZ

Packaging Units:
EA1.0000
CTN100.0000

Product Availability:

Sterling, MA:
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Specifications

  • 18 Gauge Steel
  • Tabs enable two and three way connections
  • 1-1/2" x 1-7/16" x 4-1/2" (W1xW2xL)
  • Fasteners Required:
    • For Joist/Header installation: Header (6) 8d x 1-1/2" nails, Joist (6) 8d x 1-1/2"
    • For Rafter/Plate installation: Rafter (6) 8d x 1-1/2" nails, Plate (3) 8d x 1-1/2"
    • For Stud/Plate installation: Stud (6) 8d x 1-1/2" nails, Plate (6) 8d x 1-1/2"
  • Allowable Loads (DF-L/SP):
    • For Joist/Header installation (Figure 1):
      • F1: 100% 570 lbs., 115% 655 lbs., 125% 680 lbs., 160% 680 lbs.
      • F2: 100% 570 lbs., 115% 655 lbs., 125% 715 lbs., 160% 795 lbs.
      • F3: 100% 280 lbs., 115% 320 lbs., 125% 350 lbs., 160% 445 lbs.
    • For Rafter/Plate installation (Figure 2):
      • A1: 100% 285 lbs., 115% 330 lbs., 125% 355 lbs., 160% 415 lbs.
      • B1: 100% 285 lbs., 115% 330 lbs., 125% 350 lbs., 160% 350 lbs.
      • C1: 100% 285 lbs., 115% 330 lbs., 125% 355 lbs., 160% 355 lbs.
    • For Stud/Plate installation (Figure 3):
      • A2: 100% 505 lbs., 115% 505 lbs., 125% 505 lbs., 160% 505 lbs.
      • B2: 100% 280 lbs., 115% 280 lbs., 125% 280 lbs., 160% 280 lbs.
      • C2: 100% 375 lbs., 115% 375 lbs., 125% 375 lbs., 160% 375 lbs.
  • Allowable Loads (S-P-F):
    • For Joist/Header installation (Figure 1):
      • F1: 100% 490 lbs., 115% 565 lbs., 125% 570 lbs., 160% 570 lbs.
      • F2: 100% 490 lbs., 115% 565 lbs., 125% 615 lbs., 160% 670 lbs.
      • F3: 100% 180 lbs., 115% 205 lbs., 125% 225 lbs., 160% 290 lbs.
    • For Rafter/Plate installation (Figure 2):
      • A1: 100% 245 lbs., 115% 285 lbs., 125% 310 lbs., 160% 350 lbs.
      • B1: 100% 245 lbs., 115% 285 lbs., 125% 295 lbs., 160% 295 lbs.
      • C1: 100% 245 lbs., 115% 285 lbs., 125% 300 lbs., 160% 300 lbs.
    • For Stud/Plate installation (Figure 3):
      • A1: 100% 425 lbs., 115% 425 lbs., 125% 425 lbs., 160% 425 lbs.
      • B1: 100% 235 lbs., 115% 235 lbs., 125% 235 lbs., 160% 235 lbs.
      • C1: 100% 315 lbs., 115% 315 lbs., 125% 315 lbs., 160% 315 lbs.
  • Code References: 5, F5, F30, D7

* Allowable loads have been increased 60% for wind or seismic loads; no further increase shall be permitted.
* Refer to drawings for installation type and definition of the various load directions.
* 8d x 1-1/2 are 11 gauge (0.131" diameter) by 1-1/2" long.
* Loads are shown per angle. When using a single anchor, joist must be constrained from rotation.
* Minimum nail embedment shall be 1-5/16" for 8d nails.