Simpson Strong-Tie RTC2Z RTC 18-Gauge ZMAX® Galvanized Rigid Tie® Corner Connector for 2x Joist, 2x4 Post

Make sturdy, good-looking projects that will last with the RTC Rigid Tie. These connectors are ideal for the construction of workbenches and storage shelving units. The RTC2Z Rigid Tie corner connector connects a 2x2, 2x3 or 2x4 vertical member to two 2x3 or greater horizontal members, forming a 90° corner.

This Simpson product is designed for construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation matter.

Features

• No angled cuts or angled fastening that can split the wood
• Stronger than other methods of corner construction
• Quickly and accurately align framing members
• Nominal post size: 2x4
• Nominal joist size: 2x
• Made from 18-gauge steel
• ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: RTC2Z
• UPC: 707392713517
• GTIN: 707392713517
• Feature 01: No angled cuts or angled fastening that can split the wood
• Feature 02: Stronger than other methods of corner construction
• Feature 03: Quickly and accurately align framing members
• Feature 04: Nominal post size: 2x4
• Feature 05: Nominal joist size: 2x
• Feature 06: Made from 18-gauge steel
• Feature 07: ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
• Install With: (12) SD8x1.25 Strong-Drive® screws
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 5.594
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 4.125
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 5.594
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: RTC_Corner
• Base Product Name: RTC
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Rigid Tie® Connectors > Corner Connector
• Coating: ZMAX®
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Fasteners Included: No
• Finish: ZMAX®
• Gauge: 18
• GUID: 265891201894219570877357344566085690015
• Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png
• Measurement Unit Text: each
• Member Size: 2x4 post; 2x joist
• MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Number Category Description: UPC
• Packaging Quantity: 1
• Packaging Type: Unpacked
• Product Class: Corner Connector
• Prop 65 Warning: No
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 0.56
• Short Product Name: 2X RIGID TIE CORNER ZMAX
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/rigidtieconnectors_miscellaneousconnectors/rtc_corner/p/rtc
• Subcategory: Wood Construction Connectors
• Subcategory 2: Rigid Tie® Connectors
• 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: 10707392713514
• PAL Reference: 50707392713512
• Lumber Size Infographic: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--4j6m7m95--/of77l1vzb2adrmtseor4.png