Use and Care Manual

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RUSC Retrofit Strap Connector
Typical RUSC
installation
RUSC
The RUSC Retro Uplift Strap Connector provides a wood-to-wood
uplift connection attaching trusses with a 2x4 bottom chord to
a double stud in the wall below. MiTek’s WS3 structural wood
screws are utilized for fast installation. The connector can be
installed after roof sheathing has been installed.
Materials: 10 gauge
Finish: Primer
Codes: FL
Installation:
• Use all specied fasteners. See Product Notes, page 18.
• The RUSC shall be installed in pairs.
• Install on minimum 2-ply with equal wall studs centered
directly below.
• Works with 2x4 bottom chord member and 2x4 wall studs.
Stud
Uplift 160%
Uplift 160%
RUSC -- 10 2-Ply or greater 16 WS3 16 WS3 6040 5225 FL
1) Allowable loads are for a pair of RUSC devices.
2) Uplift loads have been increased 60% for wind or seismic loads; no further increase shall be permitted.
3) Designer must specify stud or post to resist published load values.
4) MiTek's WS3 structural wood screws are 1/4" dia. x 3" long and are included with RUSC connectors.
5) Fastener schedule is for two straps used together. The RUSC shall be installed in pairs with a
minimum 2-ply truss and wall stud attachment.
6) Truss plies shall be fastened together to act as a single unit.
Code
Ref.
MiTek USP
Stock No.
Fastener Schedule
4,5
DF/SP
Allowable Loads (Lbs.)
1
S-P-F
Allowable Loads (Lbs.)
1
Qty
Rafter/
Truss Qty
Steel
Gauge
No. of
Plies
6
Ref.
No.
7"
3-1/2"
22-3/4"
3-1/8"
3-1/8"