Simpson Strong-Tie KBS1Z KBS1Z® Knee Brace Stabilizer

Simpson Strong-Tie KBS1Z KBS1Z® Knee Brace Stabilizer

The KBS1Z® knee brace stabilizer makes a structural connection between knee bracing and columns or beams to help stabilize freestanding structures and comply with many prescriptive deck bracing requirements such as AWC’s DCA6 Prescriptive Residential Wood Deck Construction Guide. Factory-formed at a 45° angle and easily installed with nails, the KBS1Z braces 2x, 4x and 6x in line post-to-beam configurations. Check with your local building department for deck bracing requirements.

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

Features

• For installations at an angle other than 45°, bend KBS1Z along slots to desired angle; bend one time only
• For equal-width members, install (2) KBS1Z on each end of brace
• For 2x knee brace, install single KBS1Z on each end of brace
• Beam-to-post: Install in pairs
• Made from 16-gauge steel
• ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications

Application

• DIY/Home Projects

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: KBS1Z
• UPC: 707392384014
• GTIN: 707392384014
• Feature 01: For installations at an angle other than 45°, bend KBS1Z along slots to desired angle; bend one time only
• Feature 02: For equal-width members, install (2) KBS1Z on each end of brace
• Feature 03: For 2x knee brace, install single KBS1Z on each end of brace
• Feature 04: Beam-to-post: Install in pairs
• Feature 05: Made from 16-gauge steel
• Feature 06: ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
• Install With: Install with 8d or 8d x 1-1/2 in. nails
• Applications List: DIY/Home Projects
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 3.63756
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 5.94354
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 1.559
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: KBS_Stabilizer
• Base Product Name: KBSZ
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Decking/Fencing Connectors > Angle
• Coating: ZMAX®
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Finish: ZMAX®
• Gauge: 16
• GUID: 36005488187280265963018230356473536763
• 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: Angle
• Prop 65 Warning: No
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 0.3
• Short Product Name: KNEE-BRACE STABILIZER
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/fences_decksandfences/kbs_stabilizer/p/kbs
• Subcategory: Wood Construction Connectors
• Subcategory 2: Decking/Fencing Connectors
• US Patents: 9,045,895
• 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: 10707392384011
• PAL Reference: 50707392384019