Simpson Strong-Tie RPS18 RPS 18-5/16 in. 16-Gauge Galvanized Retrofit Strap Tie

Simpson Strong-Tie® straps and plates join and reinforce joints with simple, versatile solutions for a wide range of connections. Available in many lengths, widths and thicknesses, straps can be used on the wide or narrow face of lumber for light repairs or heavy-duty projects. Many straps are designed to be used back-to-back on a piece of lumber without fastener interference. The RPS meets IBC, IRC and City of Los Angeles code requirements for HVAC and pipes in walls.

This Simpson product is designed for construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation matter.

Features

• Repair strap for wood members where pipes and ducts are installed
• Fits on the narrow face of a 2x member
• Fasten where plates or soles are cut, at wall intersections or as a ridge tie
• Staggered nail pattern
• Width: 1-1/2 in.
• Length: 18-5/16 in.
• Made from 16-gauge steel
• Galvanized (G90) for corrosion resistance

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: RPS18
• UPC: 44315617409
• GTIN: 44315617409
• Feature 01: Repair strap for wood members where pipes and ducts are installed
• Feature 02: Fits on the narrow face of a 2x member
• Feature 03: Fasten where plates or soles are cut, at wall intersections or as a ridge tie
• Feature 04: Staggered nail pattern
• Feature 05: Width: 1-1/2 in.
• Feature 06: Length: 18-5/16 in.
• Feature 07: Made from 16-gauge steel
• Feature 08: Galvanized (G90) for corrosion resistance
• Install With: Install with (12) 0.162 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 0.057
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 1.50
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 18.3125
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: RPS_Strap
• Base Product Name: RPS
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Straps and Ties > Strap
• Coating: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Fasteners Included: No
• Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Gauge: 16
• GUID: 211890545922852168848850189359890843519
• Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png
• Measurement Unit Text: each
• MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Number Category Description: UPC
• Packaging Quantity: 1
• Packaging Type: Unpacked
• Product Class: Strap
• Prop 65 Warning: No
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 0.44
• Short Product Name: 1-1/2 X 18-5/16 RETRO PLATE STRAP
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/protectandrepair_miscellaneousconnectors/rps_strap/p/rps
• Subcategory: Wood Construction Connectors
• Subcategory 2: Straps and Ties
• Warranty PDF: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--K_9ww28_--/bgqxyqo1uhaqsqcvudu7.pdf
• Brand Video: https://images.salsify.com/video/upload/s--N-SMFYx9--/wpz3sdgci9c512ppr9df.mp4
• CAR Reference: 10044315617406
• PAL Reference: 60044315617401