{"product_id":"simpson-strong-nca-nailless-compression-bridging","title":"Simpson Strong Nca Nailless Compression Bridging","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"productLongDescription\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productAttributes\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"sstFeature\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGalvanized for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeeps floor system continuity and prevents joist rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstalls with built-in prongs that eliminate nail squeaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pubmaterial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e20 gauge (except NCA2x12-16 — 18 gauge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"finish\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGalvanized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"installation\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSupport floor joists with a depth-to-thickness ratio of six or more with bridging at intervals not exceeding 8'. If span is greater than 8', install on 2x8 or larger joists. If span is greater than 16', use more than one pair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTension bridging works only in tension, so must be used in cross pairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstall bridging tightly; loose installation may allow floor movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMay be installed before or after sheathing, from the top or bottom. Simply locate the bend line approximately 1\" from the joist edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHas nail holes in one end for use if a prong is bent during installation. Fully seat nails (0.131\" x 1 1\/2\") if they are used; otherwise, they may lead to squeaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simpson Strong-Tie","offers":[{"title":"2x10","offer_id":44459337023558,"sku":"5720664","price":2.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/8991\/3414\/files\/product-media-214076.jpg?v=1776205541","url":"https:\/\/areybuilding.com\/products\/simpson-strong-nca-nailless-compression-bridging","provider":"Arey Building Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}