Simpson Strong-Tie CTS218 CTS® 18 in. 14-Gauge Compression Tension Strap

Simpson Strong-Tie CTS218 CTS® 18 in. 14-Gauge Compression Tension Strap

Simpson Strong-Tie straps and plates join and reinforce joints with simple, versatile solutions for a wide range of connections. Available in many lengths, widths and thicknesses, straps can be used on the wide or narrow face of lumber for light repairs or heavy-duty projects. Many straps are designed to be used back-to-back on a piece of lumber without fastener interference. The CTS218 is designed to repair wood members such as top plates, studs and trusses and is our first strap that handles both tension and compression loads. The unique rolled edges of the strap allow it to span gaps as wide as 4-1/2 in. and its 1-1/2 in. width enables installation on the narrow face of 2x lumber.

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

Features

• Tested specifically for top/bottom plate repair with various multi-strap configurations
• One-sided installations — install one or two CTS straps on the same side of the member
• Two-sided installation — install CTS straps on opposite sides of member
• For three-part installations, install two parts on one side, one part on opposite side
• Width: 17-7/8 in.
• Height: 1-1/2 in.
• Depth: 3/8 in.
• Made from 14-gauge steel
• Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: CTS218
• UPC: 707392807803
• GTIN: 707392807803
• Feature 01: Tested specifically for top/bottom plate repair with various multi-strap configurations
• Feature 02: One-sided installations — install one or two CTS straps on the same side of the member
• Feature 03: Two-sided installation — install CTS straps on opposite sides of member
• Feature 04: For three-part installations, install two parts on one side, one part on opposite side
• Feature 05: Width: 17-7/8 in.
• Feature 06: Height: 1-1/2 in.
• Feature 07: Depth: 3/8 in.
• Feature 08: Made from 14-gauge steel
• Feature 09: Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance
• Install With: Install with 10d x 1-1/2 in. nails or #9 x 1-1/2 in. Strong-Drive® SD screws
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 0.07
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 1.5
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 17.875
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: CTS_Strap
• Base Product Name: CTS®
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Straps and Ties > Strap
• Coating: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Fasteners Included: No
• Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Gauge: 14
• GUID: 121636887629373909603308898443973917890
• 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: Strap
• Prop 65 Warning: No
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 0.67
• Short Product Name: 18IN 14GA COMPRESION/TENSION STRAP
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/protectandrepair_miscellaneousconnectors/cts_strap/p/cts218
• Subcategory: Wood Construction Connectors
• Subcategory 2: Straps and Ties
• 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: 10707392807800
• PAL Reference: 50707392807808