Structural · S-C6K3X

Cold-Formed Steel Soffit Framing and Bracing Connection

Materials

Steel Timber / Wood

Elements

Beams Ceilings Decks Bracing

Connections

Bracing Connection Deck Attachment

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Sloping soffit joists constructed from 600S162-54 cold-formed steel studs spaced at 16 inches on center frame into vertical framing members supported by hangers. In-plane continuous diagonal braces of 600S162-54 steel are connected to each vertical stud using four number-10 sheet metal screws per stud and flange. A continuous 1-1/2 inch by 1-1/2 inch by 18-gauge steel angle is fastened with number-10 sheet metal screws at each stud and flange. Additional diagonal braces spaced at 48 inches on center tie into the framing above using standard screw attachments.

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