SIMPSON SS1.5 Stud Shoes Instructions

Simpson Strong-Tie® Wood Construction Connectors
HSS/SS

Stud Shoes

Stud shoes reinforce studs notched in construction. They are not a total replacement of removed material. Installs over pipe up to 2 3⁄8″ outside diameter.
HSS stud shoes provide tension load capacity as well as increased compression loads. Flared flange provides greater strength.
Material: 16 gauge
Finish: Galvanized
Installation:

• Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.

• HSS — Bend flanges at 90° angle during installation, then bend back and screw into position (screws included).
  Bend flanges one cycle only.
  Codes: See p. 11 for Code Reference Key Chart

• International Residential Code® — 2012 /2015/ 2018/ 2021 R602.6 and P2603.2.1

• International Building Code® — 2012 2308.9.10 and 2308.9.11; 2015/ 2018/ 2021 2308.5.9 and 2308.5.10

• International Plumbing Code —2012 / 2015 / 2018/ 2021 305.6

SD Many of these products are approved for installation with Strong-Drive® Connector screws. See pp. 348–352 for more information.

1. Roof loads are 125% of floor loads unless limited by other criteria.
   Floor loads may be adjusted for load durations according to the code provided they do not exceed those in the roof column.

2. Fasteners: Nail dimensions are listed diameter by length.
   SDS screws are Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty
   Connector screws. See pp. 21–22 for fastener information.

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