Cold-formed steel framing requires proper flange bracing at stud joints to maintain structural integrity and prevent lateral torsional buckling. The connection utilizes four number ten sheet metal screws on each side of the stud joint for a total of eight fasteners. Dimensions of one inch, two inches, and eight inches dictate fastener spacing relative to the joint. The stud size matches the track size.
S#.# S#.# S#.# S#.# S#.# S#.# 2" 1" 8" TYPICAL #10 S.M.S. EA. SIDE STUD TO MATCH TRACK (4) #10 S.M.S. EA. SIDE (8 TOTAL) STUD JOINT
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