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VRC Variable Ridge Connector
Load Data
Characteristic Capacity (kN)
Hanger Depth (mm)
Dimensions (mm)
Fixings (3.4x35mm)
Angles
Header Specification
Uplift
Solid Timber (Min TR26), Glulam (Min GL28h), LVL & I–Joist (1)
(Depth Dependant Only)
H
Header
Incoming
Slope
Skew
Oº Oº
n/a (90º)
2.59 2.59 2.59 2.59 2.59 2.59 2.59 2.59
6.85 6.40
30º to 87.5º
195
190
9
8
(–35º to +45º) (–35º to +45º)
n/a (90º)
10.20
30º to 87.5º
8.54 6.85 6.40
0º 0º
n/a (90º)
30º to 87.5º
350
345
12
8
(–35º to +45º) (–35º to +45º)
n/a (90º)
10.20
30º to 87.5º
8.54
(1) I–Joist headers require backer blocks to be installed as per joist manufacturer’s instructions.
Installation Instructions Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
+45
0
-35
Face fix VRC to solid header using 9No 3.4 x 35mm square twist nails. Adjust angle of base plate if slope is required.
Offer incoming member and fix using 2No 3.4 x 35mm square twist nails to the underside of the incoming member.
Wipe up the bottom side flange at the appropriate crease line and fill the 2No nail holes closest to the bend line with 3.4 x 35mm square twist nails.
Stage 4
Stage 5 (For skewed applications only)
Right hand version
Left hand version
Wipe round the top side flange at the appropriate crease line and fill all the nail holes into the incoming joist. Minimum 4No 3.4 x 35mm square twist nails.
Rotate hanger to angle required. Correct hand must be used. Please ensure the correct hanger has been selected prior to installing.
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