Simpson Strong-Tie MDCST48 MDCST 5-3/4 in. x 47-1/2 in. Galvanized Diaphragm Chord Strap Tie

Simpson Strong-Tie tested and load-rated tension straps and fasteners are designed to minimize cost and maximize speed and precision — while providing the strength, versatility and reliability you depend on. The MDCST48 is a 14-gauge high-capacity strap specifically designed to carry tension across a CLT floor or wall panel joint. The MDCST48 installs with Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.

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

Features

• Pre-punched screw holes speed fastener installation
• High capacity eliminates the need for expensive shop-fabricated steel plates
• Straps may be overlapped to reduce the physical space or footprint needed to transfer high loads across a panel joint
• Width: 5-3/4 in.
• Length: 47-1/2 in.
• Made from 14-gauge steel
• Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance

Application

• Mass Timber / Cross-Laminated Timber

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: MDCST48
• UPC: 707392001829
• GTIN: 707392001829
• Feature 01: Pre-punched screw holes speed fastener installation
• Feature 02: High capacity eliminates the need for expensive shop-fabricated steel plates
• Feature 03: Straps may be overlapped to reduce the physical space or footprint needed to transfer high loads across a panel joint
• Feature 04: Width: 5-3/4 in.
• Feature 05: Length: 47-1/2 in.
• Feature 06: Made from 14-gauge steel
• Feature 07: Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance
• Install With: Install with 1/4 in. x 3 in. Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws
• Applications List: Mass Timber / Cross-Laminated Timber
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 0.07
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 47.5
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 5.75
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: MDCST_Strap
• Base Product Name: MDCST
• 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
• Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Gauge: 14
• GUID: 61946467962753931787233057292659287778
• 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 - Cancer: Wood Dust
• Prop 65 - Long Text: WARNING! This product can expose you to chemicals including wood dust which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Prop 65 - Short Text: WARNING! Cancer - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Prop 65 Warning: Yes
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 5.65
• Short Product Name: DIAPHRAGM TENSION STRAP 5.75X48X14 GA
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/straightstraps_strapsandties/mdcst_strap/p/mdcst
• 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