The Simpson Strong-Tie LS70 is a skewable reinforcing angle from the LS series, a light connector used where two wood framing members meet at something other than a square corner. One leg is bent in the field to match the angle of the connection, so a single stamped part covers a range of skewed conditions that would otherwise be handled with a shop- or site-fabricated clip.

Simpson describes the LS as a cost-effective way to connect roof rafters to hip rafters, with well-defined fastener locations and tabulated load values that account for the eccentricity built into a skewed connection. In practice framers also reach for it on angled deck framing, intersecting joists and general reinforcing work where an off-angle tie is needed.

The angle is prepunched so fasteners land in the intended positions, and it installs with connector nails or connector screws driven through those holes. Published capacities depend on using the correct fasteners in the correct holes, so the manufacturer's fastening schedule governs any structural use.

Key Features

• Field-skewable angle: the connector is bent on site to suit framing members that intersect at an angle rather than square
• Load-rated connector with tabulated values that account for the eccentricity of a skewed connection
• Well-defined, prepunched fastener locations so nails or connector screws land where the published values assume
• Offered as an alternative to field-fabricated clip angles, removing the need to cut and form brackets on site
• General utility reinforcing angle with multiple uses beyond the rafter-to-hip application
• Intended to be bent one time only to the required angle
• Where a single angle is used at a connection, the joist must be restrained against rotation
• Formed from light-gauge galvanized steel, the standard material for wood-construction framing connectors

Applications

• Connecting roof rafters to hip rafters
• Angled deck framing where joists meet beams or ledgers off-square
• Reinforcing intersecting floor and roof framing members at skewed angles
• Tying framing at corners and bays that are not square
• General utility reinforcing and repair connections in wood framing
• Retrofit work where a field-bent clip angle would otherwise be fabricated

Product Details

• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Product Line: LS Skewable L Angle
• Model: LS70
• Type: Skewable reinforcing angle (framing connector)
• Material: Galvanized steel
• Connection: Wood to wood
• Installation: Nails or connector screws in prepunched holes
• Unit of Measure: Each

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