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Rafter to Ceiling Joist Connection

5 years ago

I'm building an addition and have a question about the important rafter to ceiling joint heel connection. The codes table (R802.5.2) specifies using 16d nails for the heel connection. I have a pheumatic framing gun that shoots 3" .131 nails. Can I use the .131 thick nails instead? If yes, does that alter the nailing schedule for the heel joint?

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