PDP Series Fasteners -
Tension and Shear Loads in Steel
See notes below.
PDPH Series Fasteners -
Tension and Shear Loads in Steel
The entire pointed portion of the fastener must penetrate through the steel to obtain the tabulated values.
The allowable tension and shear values are for the fastener to steel only. Connected members must be investigated separately in accordance with accepted design criteria.
Steel must conform to ASTM A36 specifications, with Fy = 36,000 psi, minimum.
For more information on these fasteners see the Fasteners index.
PDP
PDPH
PDPW
PDPWL
The table applies to the following Simpson Strong-Tie fasteners where minimum penetration exists: