Simpson Strong-Tie CTS218 CTS® 18 in. 14-Gauge Compression Tension StrapSimpson Strong-Tie straps and plates join and reinforce joints with simple, versatile solutions for a wide range of connections. Available in many lengths, widths and thicknesses, straps can be used on the wide or narrow face of lumber for light repairs or heavy-duty projects. Many straps are designed to be used back-to-back on a piece of lumber without fastener interference. The CTS218 is designed to repair wood members such as top plates, studs and trusses and is our first strap that handles both tension and compression loads. The unique rolled edges of the strap allow it to span gaps as wide as 4-1/2 in. and its 1-1/2 in. width enables installation on the narrow face of 2x lumber.This Simpson product is designed for construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation matter.Features Tested specifically for top/bottom plate repair with various multi-strap configurations One-sided installations — install one or two CTS straps on the same side of the member Two-sided installation — install CTS straps on opposite sides of member For three-part installations, install two parts on one side, one part on opposite side Width: 17-7/8 in. Height: 1-1/2 in. Depth: 3/8 in. Made from 14-gauge steel Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance Specifications ERP Part Number: CTS218 UPC: 707392807803 GTIN: 707392807803 Feature 01: Tested specifically for top/bottom plate repair with various multi-strap configurations Feature 02: One-sided installations — install one or two CTS straps on the same side of the member Feature 03: Two-sided installation — install CTS straps on opposite sides of member Feature 04: For three-part installations, install two parts on one side, one part on opposite side Feature 05: Width: 17-7/8 in. Feature 06: Height: 1-1/2 in. Feature 07: Depth: 3/8 in. Feature 08: Made from 14-gauge steel Feature 09: Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance Install With: Install with 10d x 1-1/2 in. nails or #9 x 1-1/2 in. Strong-Drive® SD screws Assembled Depth - Imperial: 0.07 Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in. Assembled Height - Imperial: 1.5 Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in. Assembled Width - Imperial: 17.875 Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in. Base Product ID: CTS_Strap Base Product Name: CTS® Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie® Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Straps and Ties > Strap Coating: Zinc Galvanized, G90 Country of Origin: US Customer Unit: Yes Display Unit/Measure: EA EAN category: UC Fasteners Included: No Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90 Gauge: 14 GUID: 121636887629373909603308898443973917890 Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png Measurement Unit Text: each MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie® Number Category Description: UPC Packaging Quantity: 1 Packaging Type: Unpacked Product Class: Strap Prop 65 Warning: No Quantity: 1 Shipping Weight: 0.67 Short Product Name: 18IN 14GA COMPRESION/TENSION STRAP Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/protectandrepair_miscellaneousconnectors/cts_strap/p/cts218 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: 10707392807800 PAL Reference: 50707392807808