Simpson MSTA21 21" 18 Gauge Medium Strap Tie

The MSTA is designed to resist tension loads in wood-to-wood uplift applications. This medium strap tie utilizes a staggered nail pattern to help minimize wood splitting. The MSTA is designed for use on the edge of 2x members.

This Simpson Strong-Tie product is designed for demanding construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation are important. It belongs to the Wood Construction Connectors product family. It includes a Zinc Galvanized, G90 finish for added durability. Use the information below to confirm the correct SKU, UPC, dimensions, finish, material, packaging, application, fastening details, code references, and other available Simpson product specifications before ordering.

Features

• Straps are load rated with the correct thickness and number of fasteners, in contrast with field-fabricated straps
• Loads have been increased for wind and seismic forces
• Floor-to-floor clear span application
• For use on the edge of 2x members
• Length: 21 in.
• Width: 1-1/4 in.
• Made from 18-gauge steel
• Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: MSTA21
• UPC: 44315718700
• GTIN: 44315718700
• Feature 01: Straps are load rated with the correct thickness and number of fasteners, in contrast with field-fabricated straps
• Feature 02: Loads have been increased for wind and seismic forces
• Feature 03: Floor-to-floor clear span application
• Feature 04: For use on the edge of 2x members
• Feature 05: Length: 21 in.
• Feature 06: Width: 1-1/4 in.
• Feature 07: Made from 18-gauge steel
• Feature 08: Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance
• Install With: Install with 10d common nails or #9 x 1-1/2 in. Strong-Drive® SD screws
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 0.046
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 21
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 1.25
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: MSTA_Strap
• Base Product Name: MSTA
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Straps and Ties > Strap Tie
• Coating: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Gauge: 18
• GUID: 46579765357490477241442071375058563277
• Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png
• Measurement Unit Text: each
• Member Size: 2x
• MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Number Category Description: UPC
• Packaging Quantity: 1
• Packaging Type: Unpacked
• Product Class: Strap Tie
• Prop 65 Warning: No
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 0.34
• Short Product Name: 21IN MEDIUM STRAP TIE
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/straightstraps_strapsandties/msta_strap/p/msta
• 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: 10044315718707
• PAL Reference: 70044315718709
• Lumber Size Infographic: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--4j6m7m95--/of77l1vzb2adrmtseor4.png
• Cost: $1.25
• Shopify Price: $1.79