Simpson Strong-Tie NCA2X12-16 NCA 18-Gauge Galvanized Nailless Bridging for 2x12The Simpson Strong-Tie® NCA provides bracing between floor joists as a critical contribution to the structural strength of a floor. Installed in pairs, this nailless compression bridging keeps joists in place and prevents them from rotating while distributing loads over more than one joist. The NCA features precision-formed v-shaped prongs, in place of nails, to provide a secure grip before the drive-home blow for deeper prong penetration.This Simpson product is designed for construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation matter.Features Keeps floor system continuity and prevents joist rotation Installs with built-in prongs that eliminate nail squeaks Precision-formed into a rigid "V" section May be installed before or after sheathing, from the top or bottom Nominal joist size: 2x12 with 16-in. spacing Bridging length: 16-7/8 in. Made from 18-gauge steel Galvanized (G90) for corrosion resistance Specifications ERP Part Number: NCA2X12-16 UPC: 44315042706 GTIN: 44315042706 Feature 01: Keeps floor system continuity and prevents joist rotation Feature 02: Installs with built-in prongs that eliminate nail squeaks Feature 03: Precision-formed into a rigid "V" section Feature 04: May be installed before or after sheathing, from the top or bottom Feature 05: Nominal joist size: 2x12 with 16-in. spacing Feature 06: Bridging length: 16-7/8 in. Feature 07: Made from 18-gauge steel Feature 08: Galvanized (G90) for corrosion resistance Assembled Depth - Imperial: 1.1875 Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in. Assembled Height - Imperial: 17.625 Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in. Assembled Width - Imperial: 0.875 Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in. Base Product ID: NCA_Bridging Base Product Name: NCA Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie® Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Bridging and Bracing Connectors > Bridging Coating: Zinc Galvanized, G90 Country of Origin: US Customer Unit: Yes Display Unit/Measure: EA Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90 Gauge: 18 GUID: 205319482109660350780253501843441880213 Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png Measurement Unit Text: each Member Size: 2x12 MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie® Number Category Description: UPC Packaging Quantity: 1 Packaging Type: Unpacked Product Class: Bridging Prop 65 Warning: No Quantity: 1 Shipping Weight: 0.23 Short Product Name: 2 X 12 NAIL-LESS BRIDGING Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/bridging_miscellaneousconnectors/nca_bridging/p/nca Subcategory: Wood Construction Connectors Subcategory 2: Bridging and Bracing 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: 10044315042703 PAL Reference: 50044315042701