3-1/2" - 8 Gauge Smooth Shank Common Nail - 316 Stainless Steel, Pkg 220 Quik Drive Cement Board Screws Maximum 11 7/8" bottom chord

Maximum 11 7/8" bottom chord in the carrying member to allow for the minimum bolt end distance

and general-purpose framing

The Strong-Tie HDU4-SDS2

and follow Simpson Strong-Tie installation guidelines and local building code requirements

3-1/2" - 8 Gauge Smooth Shank Common Nail - 316 Stainless Steel, Pkg 220 Quik Drive Cement Board Screws Maximum 11 7/8" bottom chordSimpson Smooth Shank Common Nail is available in type 316 stainless steel as well 304 stainless steel. 316 Stainless Steel is recommended for seaside applications and for superior corrosion resistance. Stainless Steel nails are recommended for construction of permanent wood foundations by the ANSI AF&PA Permanent Wood Foundations Design Specifications.