{"product_id":"simpson-strong-tie-light-restraint-strap-1200-x-30-x-2-5mm","title":"Simpson Strong-Tie Light Restraint Strap, 1200 x 30 x 2.5mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Simpson Strong-Tie light restraint strap measures 1200 x 30 x 2.5mm and is made from mild steel with a Z300 pre-galvanised, edge coated finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA metal strap bracket like this restraint strap suits timber fixing, and it sits alongside the metal tie strap range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is designed for vertical restraint, such as wall plates on masonry, and is designed to Building Regulations and BS 5268 Part 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1200 x 30 x 2.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild steel, Z300 pre-galvanised and edge coated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor vertical restraint, such as wall plates on masonry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to Building Regulations and BS 5268 Part 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1200 x 30 x 2.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ300 pre-galvanised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich one do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight straps (30 x 2.5mm) are for vertical loads such as wall plates. Heavy straps (30 x 5mm) give lateral restraint to joists and rafters, so choose according to the direction of the load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the strap type suits the load direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the strap along the wall plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix it with suitable fixings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck it is secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between light and heavy straps?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight straps (30 x 2.5mm) are for vertical loads such as wall plates. Heavy straps (30 x 5mm) give lateral restraint to joists and rafters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a metal tie strap made of here?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMild steel, Z300 pre-galvanised and edge coated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e1200 x 30 x 2.5mm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simpson Strong-Tie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67805862658321,"sku":"DS-3915022","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/7323\/0097\/files\/292648_20230201121242_1024.jpg?v=1792507459","url":"https:\/\/diysmith.co.uk\/products\/simpson-strong-tie-light-restraint-strap-1200-x-30-x-2-5mm","provider":"DIYSmith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}