Strongwall Shearwalls Catalog

C-L-SW14 2014 SIMPSON STRONG-TIE COMPANY INC.
STRONG-WALL
Shearwalls
C-L-SW14
Design Flexibility
and Product Innovation
Every jobsite presents its own variety of parameters and

requirements. Strong-Wall shearwalls from Simpson Strong-Tie
provide a systems-oriented approach to building design that
provides enhanced design flexibility and greater lateral-force
resistance. With unsurpassed testing capabilities and field
experience, our factory-built shearwalls maintain the industrys
highest quality standards and meet code requirements for ICC,
City of Los Angeles and the State of Florida.
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Whats New . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Important Information & General Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Steel Strong-Wall 9
Standard Application on Concrete Foundations . . . . . . . . . .
Anchor Tension Equations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Garage Portal Systems on Concrete Foundations . . . . . . . .
Alternate Garage Front Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First-Story Wood Floor Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Balloon Framing on Concrete Foundations . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cumulative Overturning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Two-Story Stacked on Concrete Foundations . . . . . . . . . . .
Cold-Formed Steel on Concrete Foundations . . . . . . . . . . .
Anchorage Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anchor Reinforcement Solutions on Grade Beams . . . . . . .
Anchor Bolt Templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Strong-Wall SB
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Strong-Wall SB Shearwall Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Standard and Balloon Framing on Concrete Foundations . .
Two-Story Stacked on Concrete Foundations . . . . . . . . . . .
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Product Identification Key

Products are divided into four
general categories, identified by
tabs along the pages outer edge.
Steel Strong-Wall
935
Strong-Wall SB
3655
Wood Strong-Wall
5668
Anchorage &
Installation Details
69108
Wood Strong-Wall 56
Standard Wall on Concrete Foundations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Raised-Floor Walls (One- and Two-Story) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Allowable Vertical and Out-of-Plane Loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SSTB Anchor Bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Anchorage & Installation Details 69

Steel Strong-Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Strong-Wall SB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Wood Strong-Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Strong-Wall Shearwalls
Introduction
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The SimpsonStrongTie CompanyInc. No Equal

pledge includes:
Quality products value-engineered for the lowest installed cost
at the highest rated performance levels
Most thoroughly tested and evaluated products in the industry
Strategically located manufacturing and warehouse facilities
National code agency listings
Largest number of patented connectors in the industry
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In-house R&D and tool and die professionals
In-house product testing and quality control engineers
Member of AITC, ASTM, ASCE, AWPA, ACI, AISC, CSI, ICFA,
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responsible for product quality and is committed to ensuring the
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When you call for engineering technical support, we can

help you quickly if you have the following information at
hand. This will help us to serve you promptly and efficiently.
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(See the front cover for the catalog number)
Which SimpsonStrongTie product are you using?

What is your application?
What is your load requirement?
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Southeast
For more than 50 years, Simpson Strong-Tie has focused on creating

structural products that help people build safer and stronger
homes and buildings. A leader in structural systems research and
technology, SimpsonStrongTie is one of the largest suppliers of
structural building products in the world. The Simpson Strong-Tie
commitment to product development, engineering, testing and
training is evident in the consistent quality and delivery of its
products and services. Simpson Strong-Tie product lines include:
Structural connectors for wood and cold-formed-steel
construction
Strong-Wall prefabricated shearwalls
Strong Frame moment frames
Rod systems for multi-story buildings
Fastening systems including Quik Drive
auto-feed screw driving systems
Simpson Strong-Tie anchors and fasteners
for concrete and masonry
Whats New
Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Wall SB Shearwall

The Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Wall SB shearwall is a specially
designed, prefabricated, engineered-wood panel that helps structures
resist lateral forces such as those created by earthquakes and high
winds. The Strong-Wall SB shearwall has been evaluated to the
2012 IRC/IBC (ICC-ES ESR 2652) and conforms to the latest ICC-ES
Acceptance Criteria (AC130). The SWSB shearwall is adjustable and may

be field trimmed and drilled. Strong-Wall SB shearwalls are suitable for
residential, multi-family, and light-frame commercial construction and
work in tall wall and multi-story applications.
Strong-Wall Shearwalls Code Reports

Simpson Strong-Tie received code listing under the 2012 IRC/IBC for
Steel Strong-Wall shearwalls (ICC-ES ESR-1679). Steel Strong-Wall
shearwalls conform to the latest ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria (AC322),
and they have the most code-listed prefabricated shearwall applications
in the industry. Code-listed applications include installation on concrete
foundations, first-story wood-floor and two-story stacked-wall systems,

balloon framing and cold-formed steel applications.
Simpson Strong-Tie Wood Strong-Wall shearwalls are also code-listed
under the 2012 IRC/IBC (ICC-ES ESR-1267) and conform to the latest
ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria (AC130).
Complete Anchorage Design Solutions

Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Wall shearwalls feature the most complete
anchorage designs for shear and tension forces of any manufacturer.
The solutions featured in this catalog, including the code-listed SSWAB,
SWSB-AB and PAB anchor bolts, have been value-engineered and
calculated to conform to the 2012 IBC and ACI 318-11 Appendix D. In
addition to the calculation based anchorage solutions, Simpson Strong-Tie
offers proprietary SSTB anchorage solutions for the Wood Strong-Wall
shearwalls for all common footing types. These anchor bolts are also
code listed to the 2012 IRC/IBC (ICC-ES ESR-2611) and conform to the
latest ICC-ES Acceptance Criteria (AC399).
Simpson Strong-Tie now provides grade beam anchorage solutions for
the Steel Strong-Wall shearwall, which have been calculated to conform
to ACI 318-11, Appendix D for seismic and wind uplift loads and have
been tested at Simpson Strong-Ties state-of-the-art Tyrell Gilb Research
Laboratory to validate performance. Anchor reinforcement details and
tabulated anchorage solutions are provided in addition to commentary
on general grade beam design guidelines as they pertain to foundation
support for Steel Strong-Wall.
The redesigned Strong-Wall SB shearwall anchorage now features a
reusable template to properly locate anchor bolts similar to the Wood
and Steel Strong-Walls. The standard or high-strength anchor bolts
now come fully assembled with all required nuts fixed in place thereby
providing installers with a complete anchorage solution.
Coming Soon:
New Strong-Wall
Selector Software
The latest version of the Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Wall Selector
Application provides a convenient, Web-based experience that eliminates
the need to download software. The selector has been updated to the
2012 International Building Code (IBC) and provides complete Strong-Wall
and anchorage solutions utilizing the Strong-Wall SB, Wood Strong-Wall
and Steel Strong-Wall shearwalls.
Coming Soon:
New Prescriptive
Bracing Selector
In an ef for t to simplif y the complex pre scriptive wall-bracing

requirements in the code, Simpson Strong-Tie is soon releasing the
Strong-Wall Shearwall Prescriptive Bracing Selector. The Strong-Wall
Prescriptive Bracing Selector software provides optimized braced wall
panel and anchorage solutions along with comprehensive installation
information based on wall-bracing-length requirements and project
information. For more information about this and other related shearwallrelated software, such as the Wall-Bracing-Length Calculator, visit
www.strongtie.com/software.
Strong-Wall SB
U.S. Patent
7,712,282
Steel
Strong-Wall
U.S. Patent
8,281,551
8,689,518
Canadian Patent
2,489,845
Wood
Strong-Wall
U.S. Patents
5,706,626
6,006,487
6,109,850
6,327,831
6,643,986
Important Information & General Notes
Warning
Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. structural connectors, anchors, and
other products are designed and tested to provide specified design loads.
To obtain optimal performance from Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.
products and achieve maximum allowable design load, the products must
be properly installed and used in accordance with the installation instructions and design limits provided by Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. To
ensure proper installation and use, designers and installers must carefully
read the following General Notes, General Instructions For The Installer and
General Instructions For The Designer, as well as consult the applicable
catalog pages for specific product installation instructions and notes.
Proper product installation requires careful attention to all notes and
instructions, including these basic rules:
1. Be familiar with the application and correct use of the product.
2. Follow all installation instructions provided in the applicable catalog,
website, Installers Pocket Guide or any other Simpson Strong-Tie
publications.
3. Install all required fasteners per installation instructions provided
by Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.: a) use proper fastener type; b)
use proper fastener quantity; c) fill all fastener holes; d) do not overdrive
or underdrive nails, including when using gun nailers; and e) ensure
screws are completely driven.
4. Only bend products that are specifically designed to be bent. For
those products that require bending, do not bend more than once.
In addition to following the basic rules provided above as well as all notes,
warnings and instructions provided in the catalog, installers, designers,
engineers and consumers should consult the Simpson Strong-Tie
Company Inc. website at www.strongtie.com to obtain additional design

and installation information, including:
Instructional builder/contractor training kits containing an instructional
video, an instructor guide and a student guide in both English and Spanish;
Information on workshops Simpson Strong-Tie conducts at various
training centers throughout the country;
Product specific installation videos;
Specialty catalogs;
Code reports;
Technical fliers and bulletins;
Master format specifications;
Material safety data sheets;
Corrosion information;
Simpson Strong-Tie Autocad menu;
Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Wall Selector software; and
Answers to frequently asked questions and technical topics.
Failure to follow fully all of the notes and instructions provided by Simpson
Strong-Tie Company Inc. may result in improper installation of products.
Improperly installed products may not perform to the specifications set
forth in this catalog and may reduce a structures ability to resist the
movement, stress, and loading that occurs from gravity loads as well as
impact events such as earthquakes and high velocity winds.
Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. does not guarantee the performance
or safety of products that are modified, improperly installed or not used
in accordance with the design and load limits set forth in this catalog.
General Notes
a. Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. reserves the right to change
specifications, designs, and models without notice or liability for
such changes.
b. Steel used for each Simpson Strong-Tie product is individually
selected based on the products steel specifications, including strength,
thickness, formability, finish, and weldability. Contact Simpson StrongTie for steel information on specific products.
c. Unless otherwise noted, dimensions are in inches, loads are in pounds.
d. Unless otherwise noted, welds, screws, bolts and nails may not
be combined to achieve highest load value. 8d (0.131"x2 1/2"), 10d
(0.148"x3"), and 16d (0.162"x3 1/2") specify common nails that meet the
requirements of ASTM F1667. When a shorter nail is specified, it will be
noted (for example 8dx1 1/2). Refer to Simpson Strong-Tie Nailing Guide,
NDS (National Design Specification) and ASTM F1667 (American
Society of Testing and Materials) for more nail info.
e. Do Not Overload. Do not exceed catalog allowable loads, which would
jeopardize the product.
f. Unless otherwise noted, allowable loads are for Douglas Fir-Larch
under continuously dry conditions. Allowable loads for other species
or conditions must be adjusted according to the code. In many
cases, Simpson Strong-Tie code reports will indicate loads derived
from Doug Fir header material only. However under ICC-ES AC13,
loads for Douglas Fir are the same as LVL, LSL, PSL, Glulam and
Southern Pine, since the specific gravity of these wood species fall
within the specific gravity range of the AC13 criteria. The section
from the AC13 criteria indicating the range of specific gravity reads
as follows: 3.2.3 The species of lumber used shall have a specific
gravity not greater than 0.55 as determined in accordance with the
NDS. This chart shows specific gravity for the different wood species:
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Species
Specific Gravity
Fc
Douglas Fir-Larch (DF)
625 psi
0.50
Southern Pine (SP)
565 psi
0.55
Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF)
425 psi
0.42
Hem Fir (HF)
405 psi
0.43
Glulam
650 psi
0.50
LVL (DF/SP)
750 psi
0.50
LSL (E = 1.3x106)
680 psi
0.50
LSL (E 1.5x106)
880 psi
0.50
Parallam PSL
750 psi
0.50
g. All references to bolts or machine bolts (MBs) are for structural quality
through bolts (not lag screws or carriage bolts) equal to or better than
ASTM Standard A307, Grade A.; SSTB, PAB, SWSB-AB, and SSWAB is
ASTM F1554 Grade 36. SWSB-ABHS and SSWAB-HS is ASTM A449.
h. Unless otherwise noted, bending steel in the field may cause fractures
at the bend line. Fractured steel will not carry load and must be
replaced.
i. A fastener that splits the wood will not take the design load. Evaluate
splits to determine if the connection will perform as required. Dry wood
may split more easily and should be evaluated as required. If wood
tends to split, consider pre-boring holes with diameters not exceeding
75% of the nail diameter (2012 NDS 11.1.6.3).
j. Wood shrinks and expands as it loses and gains moisture, particularly
perpendicular to its grain. Take wood shrinkage into account
when designing and installing connections. Simpson Strong-Tie
manufactures products to fit common dry lumber dimensions. If
you need a connector with dimensions other than those listed in
this catalog, Simpson Strong-Tie may be able to vary connector
dimensions; contact Simpson Strong-Tie. The effects of wood
These notes are provided to ensure proper selection and installation of SimpsonStrongTie CompanyInc. products and
must be followed carefully

shrinkage are increased in multiple lumber connections, such as floorto-floor installations. This may result in the vertical rod nuts becoming
loose, requiring post-installation tightening. (Contact Simpson
Strong-Tie for information on Takeup Devices.)
k. Built-up lumber (multiple members) must be fastened together to act as
one unit to resist the applied load (excluding the connector fasteners).
This must be determined by the Designer/Engineer of Record.
l. Some model configurations may differ from those shown in this

catalog. Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for details.
m. Do not weld products listed in this catalog unless this publication
specifically identifies a product as acceptable for welding, or unless
specific approval for welding is provided in writing by Simpson
Strong-Tie. Some steels have poor weldability and a tendency to crack
when welded. Cracked steel will not carry load and must be replaced.
General Instructions for the Installer

These general instructions for the installer are provided to ensure proper selection and installation of Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. products and
must be followed carefully. These general instructions are in addition to the specific installation instructions and notes provided for each particular
product, all of which should be consulted prior to and during installation of Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. products.
a. All specified fasteners must be installed according to the instructions in
this catalog. Incorrect fastener quantity, size, placement, type, material,
or finish may cause the product to fail.
16d fasteners are common nails (0.162" dia. x 3 1/2" long) and cannot
be replaced with 16d sinkers (0.148" dia. x 3 1/4" long) for full load
value unless otherwise specified.
Unless otherwise noted screws may not be used to replace nails in
connectors unless approved and recommended by the Designer/
Engineer of Record. Unless stated otherwise, Simpson Strong-Tie
cannot and does not make any representations regarding the
suitability of use or load-carrying capacities of connectors with
screws replacing nails.
When using stainless-steel connectors, use stainless-steel fasteners.
When using ZMAX /HDG galvanized connectors, use fasteners
galvanized per ASTM A153.
b. Fill all fastener holes as specified in the installation instructions for that product.
c. Do not overdrive nails. Overdriven nails reduce shear capacity.
d. Use the materials specified in the installation instructions. Substitution
of or failure to use specified materials may cause the product to fail.
e. Do not add fastener holes or otherwise modify Simpson Strong-Tie

Company Inc. products. The performance of modified products may
be substantially weakened. Simpson Strong-Tie will not warrant or
guarantee the performance of such modified products.
f. Install products in the position specified in the catalog.
g. Do not alter installation procedures from those set forth in this catalog.
h. Bolt holes shall be at least a minimum of 1/32" and no more than a
maximum of 1/16" larger than the bolt diameter (per the 2012 NDS,
section 11.1.3.2. and AISI NASPEC, section E3a if applicable).
i. Install all specified fasteners before loading the product.

j. Use proper safety equipment.
k. Welding galvanized steel may produce harmful fumes; follow proper
welding procedures and safety precautions. Welding should be in
accordance with A.W.S. (American Welding Society) standards. Unless
otherwise noted Simpson Strong-Tie connectors cannot be welded.
l. Pneumatic or powder-actuated fasteners may deflect and injure
the operator or others. Pneumatic nail tools may be used to install
connectors, provided the correct quantity and type of nails (length
and diameter) are properly installed in the nail holes. Tools with nail
hole-locating mechanisms should be used. Follow the manufacturers
instructions and use the appropriate safety equipment. Overdriving
nails may reduce allowable loads. Contact Simpson Strong-Tie.
Powder-actuated fasteners should not be used to install connectors.
m. For wood Strong-Wall holdowns, anchor bolt nuts should be fingertight plus 1/3 to 1/2 turn with a hand wrench, with consideration given
to possible future wood shrinkage. Care should be taken to not overtorque the nut. Impact wrenches should not be used as they may
preload the holdown.
n. For cold-formed steel applications, all screws shall be installed in
accordance with the screw manufacturers recommendations. All
screws shall penetrate and protrude through the joined materials a
minimum of 3 full exposed threads per AISI Standard for Cold Formed
Steel Framing General Provisions, section D1.3, if applicable.
o. Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products generates wood
dust, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. For
more information on Proposition 65, visit www.oehha.ca.gov.
p. For additional installation information, visit the Simpson Strong-Tie page
at www.youtube.com/strongtie.
General Instructions for the Designer

These general instructions for the designer are provided to ensure proper selection and installation of Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. products and
must be followed carefully. These general instructions are in addition to the specific design and installation instructions and notes provided for each
particular product, all of which should be consulted prior to and during the design process.
a. The term Designer used throughout this catalog is intended to
mean a licensed/certified building design professional, a licensed
professional engineer, or a licensed architect.
b. All connected members and related elements shall be designed by
the Designer.
c. All installations should be designed only in accordance with the
allowable load values set forth in this catalog.
d. Simpson Strong-Tie strongly recommends the following addition
to construction drawings and specifications: Simpson Strong-Tie
products are specifically required to meet the structural calculations of
plan. Before substituting another brand, confirm load capacity based
on reliable published testing data or calculations. The Engineer/
Designer of Record should evaluate and give written approval for
substitution prior to installation.
e. Simpson Strong-Tie will provide upon request code testing data on all
products that have been code tested.
f. For cold-formed steel applications, as a minimum all screws must

comply with Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Standard J78,
Steel Self Drilling Tapping Screws, and must have a Type II coating in
accordance with ASTM B 633, Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on
Iron and Steel. Screw strength shall be calculated in accordance with
2007 AISI NASPEC Section E4, if applicable, or shall be based on the
manufacturers design capacity determined from testing.
g. Local and/or regional building codes may require meeting special
conditions. Building codes often require special inspection of anchors
installed in concrete and masonry. For compliance with these
requirements, it is necessary to contact the local and/or regional
building authority. Except where mandated by code, Simpson
Strong-Tie products do not require special inspection.
h. For Masterformat specifications, visit www.strongtie.com/literature/
masterformat.html.
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Limited Warranty
Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. warrants catalog products to be free
from defects in material or manufacturing. Simpson Strong-Tie Company
Inc. products are further warranted for adequacy of design when used in
accordance with design limits in this catalog and when properly specified,
installed, and maintained. This warranty does not apply to uses not in
compliance with specific applications and installations set forth in this
catalog, or to non-catalog or modified products, or to deterioration due
to environmental conditions.
Simpson Strong-Tie connectors are designed to enable structures to
resist the movement, stress, and loading that results from impact events
such as earthquakes and high velocity winds. Other SimpsonStrong-Tie
products are designed to the load capacities and uses listed in this
catalog. Properly-installed Simpson Strong-Tie products will perform
in accordance with the specifications set forth in the applicable
Simpson Strong-Tie catalog. Additional performance limitations for
specific products may be listed on the applicable catalog pages.
Due to the particular characteristics of potential impact events, the
specific design and location of the structure, the building materials
used, the quality of construction, and the condition of the soils involved,
damage may nonetheless result to a structure and its contents even if the
loads resulting from the impact event do not exceed Simpson Strong-Tie
catalog specifications and Simpson Strong-Tie connectors are properly
installed in accordance with applicable building codes.
All warranty obligations of Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. shall be
limited, at the discretion of Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc., to repair
or replacement of the defective part. These remedies shall constitute
Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.s sole obligation and sole remedy
of purchaser under this warranty. In no event will Simpson Strong-Tie
Company Inc. be responsible for incidental, consequential, or special loss
or damage, however caused.
This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, expressed
or implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, all such other warranties being hereby expressly
excluded. This warranty may change periodically consult our
website www.strongtie.com for current information.
Terms & Conditions of Sale

Product Use
Non-Catalog and Modified Products
Products in this catalog are designed and manufactured for the specific
purposes shown, and should not be used with other connectors not
approved by a qualified Designer. Modifications to products or changes
in installations should only be made by a qualified Designer. The
performance of such modified products or altered installations is the sole
responsibility of the Designer.
Consult Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. for applications for which there
is no catalog product, or for connectors for use in hostile environments, with
excessive wood shrinkage, or with abnormal loading or erection requirements.
Customers or Designers modifying products or installations, or designing

non-catalog products for fabrication by Simpson Strong-Tie Company
Inc. shall, regardless of specific instructions to the user, indemnify,
defend, and hold harmless Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. for any and
all claimed loss or damage occasioned in whole or in part by non-catalog
or modified products.
Simpson Strong-Tie cannot and does not make any representations

regarding the suitability of use or load-carrying capacities of non-catalog
products. Simpson Strong-Tie provides no warranty, express or implied,
on non-catalog products. F.O.B. Shipping Point unless otherwise specified.
Strong-Wall Selector Application

This application helps design professionals select
an appropriate Simpson Strong-Tie Wood or Steel Strong-Wall
or Strong-Wall SB shearwall system!
Optimized Solution
Provides the most cost effective Strong-Wall solution
based on the input shear load.
Manual Solution
Allows designers to choose which type and number of
walls meet their requirements.
Finds lowest cost solution
Provides actual drift and uplift values
Provides solutions for different model Codes
Includes new anchorage solutions
Saves, exports, and prints solutions
You can find the Strong-Wall Selector Application
at www.strongtie.com/software.
Indemnity
Non-catalog products must be designed by the customer and will be fabricated by Simpson Strong-Tie in accordance with customer specifications.
Steel Strong-Wall
Working with specifiers, builders
and contractors has given
Simpson Strong-Tie insight into
the needs of the various players
in the design and construction
process. This insight has
enabled Simpson Strong-Tie to
that features some of the highest
allowable loads in the industry
while offering the easiest and
fastest installation: The Steel
Strong-Wall shearwall.
Code Listed New ICC-ES ESR-1679
code report evaluated to the 2012 IRC/IBC
Steel Strong-Wall
design a composite shearwall
Stronger Wall Load values between

two and three times higher than the original
Wood Strong-Wall
Less Labor = Increased Production
Fewer anchor bolts and fasteners coupled
with easy access to the top and bottom of
the wall result in more efficient installation
Easier for All Trades An easy-to-use
anchor-bolt template for concrete
contractors, pre-attached wood studs and
predrilled holes where electricians need
them for wiring
Support and Service Simpson Strong-Tie
provides the best engineering technical
support and experienced field representation
available
The Steel Strong-Wall product line has grown
to address more applications:
Standard installations on concrete
Garage portal system
Anchorage solutions
Wood floor solutions
Two-story stacked shearwalls
Balloon framing up to 20' tall
Cold-formed steel applications
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Steel Strong-Wall Shearwalls
Standard Application on Concrete Foundations

Simpson Strong-Tie Steel Strong-Wall shearwalls provide
superior performance, design flexibility and ease of installation.
All Steel Strong-Wall shearwalls are evaluated to the
2012 IRC/IBC and are listed by ICC-ES.
Material: Vertical Panel10 gauge
Finish: Vertical PanelGalvanized
Top and Base PlatesSimpson Strong-Tie gray paint
Codes: ICC-ES ESR-1679;
City of L.A. RR 25625;
State of Florida FL5113
Wall Profiles
Pre-attached wood studs are 2x4 for walls
7'-10' tall, and 2x6 for walls 11'-13' tall.
SSW12
SSW15
SSW15
SSW18
SSW18
SSW21
SSW21
SSW24
SSW24
Naming Legend
Steel Strong-Wall
SSW24x8
Steel Strong-Wall
Width
(in.)
Nominal Height
(ft.)
Attaches easily
to header or
top plates.
Pre-attached wood
studs for easier
integration into
framing
Additional 1 1/8"
diameter holes
allowed in wood
stud at each
obround hole
Predrilled holes with

grommets
for wiring
Additional openings
for plumbing and
electrical
Anchors with
only two bolts
form-mounted
templates allow
precise placement
before the pour
10
SSW24x10
See page 17 for

garage-wall options
based on standard
installation and
page 16 for higher
capacity garage portal
system
SSW12x7
Foundation design
(size and reinforcement)
by Designer
Standard Installation
Garage Installation
U.S. Patent 8,281,551

Canadian Patent 2,489,845
U.S. Patent 8,281,551

Attach optional
blocking or framing using
extra 1/4" holes

Installation Information
Do not cut the Steel Strong-Wall or enlarge existing holes.
Doing so will compromise the performance of the wall.
Attach to top plates

or header with
1/4"x3 1/2" SDS screws
(provided).
Do not use an impact wrench to tighten nuts on the

anchor bolts.
Maximum shim thickness between the Steel Strong-Wall
and top plates or header is 7/8" using Simpson Strong-Tie
Strong-Drive 1/4"x3 1/2" SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
For additional shim thicknesses, see detail 5/SSW2 on
page 76.
T
W
Walls may be installed with solid or multi-ply headers, see

detail 11/SSW2 page 77 for details.
Steel Strong-Wall Product Data

Model No.
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
T
(in.)
SSW12x7
SSW15x7
SSW18x7
SSW21x7
SSW24x7
SSW12x7.4
SSW15x7.4
SSW18x7.4
SSW21x7.4
SSW24x7.4
SSW12x8
SSW15x8
SSW18x8
SSW21x8
SSW24x8
SSW12x9
SSW15x9
SSW18x9
SSW21x9
SSW24x9
SSW12x10
SSW15x10
SSW18x10
SSW21x10
SSW24x10
SSW15x11
SSW18x11
SSW21x11
SSW24x11
SSW15x12
SSW18x12
SSW21x12
SSW24x12
SSW18x13
SSW21x13
SSW24x13
12
15
18
21
24
12
15
18
21
24
12
15
18
21
24
12
15
18
21
24
12
15
18
21
24
15
18
21
24
15
18
21
24
18
21
24
80
80
80
80
80
85
85
85
85
85
93
93
93
93
93
105
105
105
105
105
117
117
117
117
117
129
129
129
129
141
141
141
141
153
153
153
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
Anchor Number Total

Bolts of Screws Wall
in Top Weight
Qty. Dia.
(lbs.)
(in.) of Wall
3/4
4
74
2
2
1
6
86
2
1
9
99
2
1
12
117
2
1
14
127
3/4
2
4
78
2
1
6
91
2
1
9
104
2
1
12
122
2
1
14
134
3/4
2
4
85
2
1
6
99
2
1
9
113
2
1
12
132
2
1
14
144
3/4
2
4
94
2
1
6
110
2
1
9
125
2
1
12
147
2
1
14
160
3/4
2
4
104
2
1
6
121
2
1
9
138
2
1
12
162
2
1
14
177
2
1
6
148
2
1
9
167
2
1
12
193
2
1
14
209
2
1
6
160
2
1
9
180
2
1
12
208
2
1
14
225
2
1
9
194
2
1
12
224
2
1
14
243
Shim as
necessary
for tight fit
Header
Connection
(See page 77 detail
11/SSW2 for multi-ply
header option and page 16 for
Garage Portal System)
Steel Strong-Wall
Walls with 2x4 pre-attached studs may also be used in 2x6

wall framing. Install the wall flush to one face
of the framing and add furring to the opposite side.
DO NOT
cut wall or enlarge
existing holes
Place Steel Strong-Wall shearwall over the

anchor bolts and secure with heavy hex
nuts (provided). Snug tight fit required, do
not use an impact wrench.
1 1/4" wrench/socket required for 3/4" nut
1 5/8" wrench/socket required for 1" nut
U.S. Patent 8,281,551
11
SSW12x7
SSW15x7
SSW18x7
Steel Strong-Wall
SSW21x7
SSW24x7
SSW12x7.4
SSW15x7.4
SSW18x7.4
SSW21x7.4
SSW24x7.4
SSW12x8
SSW15x8
SSW18x8
SSW21x8
SSW24x8
SSW12x9
SSW15x9
SSW18x9
SSW21x9
SSW24x9
Allowable
Axial Load
(lbs.)
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
See footnotes on page 13.
12
Seismic2
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
955
955
890
1855
1665
1445
2905
2905
2905
4200
4200
4200
5495
5495
5495
870
870
750
1685
1500
1270
2700
2700
2700
3890
3890
3890
5330
5330
5330
775
775
665
1505
1345
1135
2480
2480
2480
3560
3560
3560
4865
4865
4865
660
660
505
1315
1130
925
2145
2145
2145
3145
3145
3145
4285
4285
4285
Wind
Drift at
Anchor Tension at
Allowable Shear Allowable Shear5
(in.)
(lbs.)
0.36
0.36
0.34
0.36
0.33
0.28
0.34
0.34
0.34
0.32
0.32
0.32
0.29
0.29
0.29
0.39
0.39
0.33
0.39
0.34
0.29
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.35
0.35
0.35
0.34
0.34
0.34
0.42
0.42
0.36
0.42
0.37
0.32
0.41
0.41
0.41
0.39
0.39
0.39
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.47
0.47
0.36
0.45
0.38
0.31
0.47
0.47
0.47
0.46
0.46
0.46
0.44
0.44
0.44
9840
9840
9010
15655
13550
11340
19660
19660
19660
23755
23755
23755
26270
26270
26270
9515
9515
7940
15035
12905
10510
19475
19475
19475
23420
23420
23420
27610
27610
27610
9180
9180
7630
14515
12545
10190
19525
19525
19525
23360
23360
23360
27435
27435
27435
8745
8745
6380
14250
11740
9235
18890
18890
18890
23265
23265
23265
27210
27210
27210
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
1215
1095
890
1860
1665
1445
3480
3250
2980
4440
4440
4310
5730
5730
5730
1105
970
750
1700
1500
1270
3255
3040
2790
4230
4230
4035
5450
5450
5450
985
865
665
1530
1345
1135
2985
2790
2560
3960
3960
3700
5105
5105
5055
840
705
505
1315
1130
925
2645
2470
2265
3590
3530
3280
4605
4605
4480
Drift at
Anchor Tension at
(in.)
(lbs.)
0.46
0.42
0.34
0.36
0.33
0.28
0.41
0.38
0.35
0.34
0.34
0.33
0.31
0.31
0.31
0.49
0.43
0.33
0.39
0.34
0.29
0.44
0.42
0.38
0.38
0.38
0.36
0.34
0.34
0.34
0.53
0.47
0.36
0.43
0.37
0.32
0.50
0.47
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.41
0.39
0.39
0.39
0.60
0.50
0.36
0.47
0.40
0.33
0.58
0.54
0.50
0.52
0.51
0.47
0.47
0.47
0.46
13620
11765
9010
15715
13550
11340
25805
23135
20370
25710
25710
24635
27835
27835
27835
13070
10940
7940
15215
12905
10510
25790
23125
20390
26405
26405
24655
28485
28485
28485
12560
10550
7630
14835
12545
10190
25795
23160
20410
27240
27240
24660
29370
29370
28960
11915
9485
6380
14250
11740
9235
25800
23130
20370
28215
27490
24680
30150
30150
28970
SSW
Model
SSW12x10
SSW15x10
SSW18x10
SSW21x10
SSW24x10
SSW15x11
SSW18x11
SSW21x11
SSW24x11
SSW15x12
SSW18x12
SSW21x12
SSW24x12
SSW18x13
SSW21x13
SSW24x13
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
Seismic2
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
570
570
360
1110
960
715
1860
1860
1860
3045
3045
2780
3835
3835
3790
975
815
550
1635
1635
1635
2485
2485
2305
3475
3475
3205
815
690
390
1450
1450
1435
2210
2210
1900
3150
3150
2705
1335
1335
1180
1985
1985
1555
2830
2830
2280
Wind
Drift at
Anchor Tension at
(in.)
(lbs.)
0.52
0.52
0.33
0.53
0.45
0.34
0.53
0.53
0.53
0.50
0.50
0.45
0.50
0.50
0.49
0.58
0.48
0.33
0.58
0.58
0.58
0.58
0.58
0.54
0.57
0.57
0.52
0.63
0.53
0.30
0.63
0.63
0.62
0.63
0.63
0.54
0.63
0.63
0.54
0.68
0.68
0.60
0.68
0.68
0.53
0.68
0.68
0.55
8345
8345
4930
13150
10975
7775
18030
18030
18030
25905
25905
22780
27100
27100
26660
12625
10135
6470
17295
17295
17295
22325
22325
20205
27055
27055
24260
11280
9245
4905
16605
16605
16380
21485
21485
17690
26710
26710
21855
16580
16580
14195
20765
20765
15300
25795
25795
19545
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
725
570
360
1145
960
715
2360
2215
2035
3265
3170
2780
4205
4205
3790
1015
815
550
2075
2010
1730
2990
2785
2305
3845
3710
3205
905
690
390
1845
1815
1435
2755
2420
1900
3540
3250
2705
1695
1580
1180
2520
2110
1555
3275
2860
2280
Drift at
Anchor Tension at
(in.)
(lbs.)
0.67
0.52
0.33
0.54
0.45
0.34
0.67
0.63
0.57
0.56
0.54
0.47
0.55
0.55
0.49
0.60
0.48
0.33
0.73
0.71
0.61
0.70
0.65
0.54
0.63
0.60
0.52
0.70
0.53
0.30
0.80
0.79
0.62
0.79
0.69
0.54
0.71
0.65
0.54
0.87
0.81
0.60
0.87
0.73
0.53
0.79
0.69
0.55
11300
8345
4930
13690
10975
7775
25545
23095
20395
28795
27510
22780
30920
30920
26660
13285
10135
6470
24280
23110
18645
29230
26220
20205
31285
29680
24260
12855
9245
4905
23220
22650
16380
29555
24335
17690
31575
27890
21855
23105
20830
14195
29200
22530
15300
31755
26165
19545
Steel Strong-Wall
SSW
Model
Allowable
Axial Load
(lbs.)
1. Allowable shear loads and anchor tension forces are applicable to

4. High-strength anchor bolts are required for anchor tension forces
installation on concrete with minimum f'c = 2,500 psi using the ASD
exceeding the allowable load for standard-strength bolts tabulated
basic (Section 1605.3.1) or the alternative basic (Section 1605.3.2)
on pages 29-30. High-strength anchor bolts are required for
load combinations. Load values include evaluation of bearing
SSW12 when seismic shear x shearwall height exceeds
stresses on the foundation and do not require further evaluation
61,600 in.-lbs. See pages 29-35 for SSWAB anchor bolt
by the Designer.
information and anchorage solutions.
2. For seismic designs based on the 2012 IBC using R = 6.5.
5. Tabulated anchor tension loads assume no resisting axial load.
For other codes, use the seismic coefficients corresponding
For anchor tension loads at design shear values and including the
to light-frame bearing walls with wood structural panels or sheet
effect of axial load, refer to the Strong-Wall Selector Application or
steel panels.
use the equations on page 15. Drifts at lower design shear may
be linearly reduced.
3. Allowable shear, drift, and anchor tension values may be
interpolated for intermediate height or axial loads.
6. See page 14 for allowable out-of-plane loads and axial capacities.
13

Allowable Out-of-Plane Loads (psf)
for Single-Story Walls on Concrete Foundations
Model
Width (in.)
10
11
12
13
1000
200
140
105
N/A
N/A
N/A
4000
150
105
70
N/A
N/A
N/A
7500
90
55
25
N/A
N/A
N/A
1000
165
130
100
80
70
N/A
15
4000
130
95
70
50
40
N/A
7500
95
65
45
30
15
N/A
18
7500
310
215
160
120
90
70
21
7500
260
185
135
100
70
50
24
7500
275
195
135
105
80
65
1. Loads shown are at ASD level in pounds per square foot (psf) of
wall with no further increase in load allowed.
2. Axial load denotes maximum gravity load permitted on entire
panel acting in combination with the out-of-plane load.
3. Load considers a deflection limit of h/240.
4. Values are applicable to either the ASD basic or alternative basic
load combinations.
5. Allowable out-of-plane loads for the 12- and 15-inch walls may
be linearly interpolated between the axial loads shown.
6. Table loads apply only to single-story walls on concrete
foundations.
7. N/A =Not Applicable.
Axial Capacities for Single-Story Walls on Concrete Foundations

Model
Width
(in.)
Compression Capacity with No Lateral Loads (lbs.)

Nominal Height of Shearwall (ft.)
7
7.4
10
11
12
13
12
20200
19000
17200
14500
11800
N/A
N/A
N/A
15
25300
24200
22600
20000
17400
14900
12600
N/A
18
42500
40400
37500
32900
28400
24100
20200
17200
21
43700
41100
37500
32000
26700
22000
18400
15700
24
51600
48800
44800
38700
32900
27400
22900
19500
1. Compression capacity is lesser of wall buckling capacity or 2,500

psi concrete bearing limit.
2. Compression capacity of wall assumes no lateral loads present.
See allowable in-plane or out-of-plane load tables for combined
lateral and axial loading conditions.
3. Values are applicable to either the ASD basic or alternative basic

load combinations.
4. Table loads apply only to single-story walls on concrete
foundations.
Allowable Tension Loads for Steel Strong-Wall Wood Jamb Stud

Model
Width
(in.)
Tension Capacity per Jamb Stud (lbs.)

7
7.4
10
11
12
13
12
1535
1535
1845
2150
2500
N/A
N/A
N/A
15
1845
2150
2460
2500
2500
3070
3685
N/A
18
1845
1845
2150
2500
2500
3380
3685
3980
21
1845
1845
2150
2500
2500
3070
3685
3980
24
1845
1845
2150
2500
2500
3070
3685
3980
1. Allowable tension load is based on capacity of the lesser of the

connection between the stud and the steel shearwall or stud
tension capacity. The capacity of the SSW wall anchor bolt and
anchorage to the foundation must be adequate to transfer the
additional tension.
14
2. Loads include a 1.60 load duration increase for wood subjected

to wind or earthquake. Reductions for other load durations must
be taken according to the applicable code.
Steel Strong-Wall
12
Axial Load
(lbs.)
Anchor Tension Equations
Calculating Anchor Tension Forces at Base of Wall

These equations
may be used to calculate anchor tension forces at the base of the first-story wall to aid Designers
DESIGNER
in developing anchorage solutions other than those shown on pages 29-34.
THESE EQUATIONS BELOW REPLACE THE PREVIOUS KSI EQUATIONS

! = 11.2!!! 126!!!" 2.38!!! (3.44! + !!) P
15wall
in. wall
15 in.
! = 14.4!!! 208!!!" 2.38!!! (4.63! + !!) P
18wall
in. wall
18 in.
! = 21.6!!! 465!!!" 2.38!!! (7.63! + !!) P
24wall
in. wall
24 in.
Moment Arm
! = 25.1!!! 632!!!" 2.38!!! (9.13! + !!) P
Notes:
M Base
! = 18.0!!! 324!!!" 2.38!!! (6.13! + !!) P
21wall
in. wall
21 in.
1. Equations may be used to calculate anchor tension forces at the
Forces at Base of Wall
base
first-story
walls
on concrete foundations.
DESIGNER
of
REPLACE
THE
OLDER
EQUATIONS
WITH THESE BELOW
2. Equations are based on the design methodology contained in AISC
THESE
EQUATIONS
BELOW
THE
PREVIOUS
KSI second
EQUATIONS
Steel
1 REPLACE
Base Plate and
Anchor-Rod
Design,
T = Resulting anchorage tension force (kips)
Example
1 Design Guide
OUS KSI EQUATIONSedition using a rectangular compression stress block.
V = Design shear (kips)
! on concrete
!"
! (3.44!
3. Equations
based
bearing
a+
3 1/2"
!
126!
2.38!
+wide
!!)
P
12 in. wall
=are11.2!
!"
!
!on
! = !18.0!
!
324!
!!)
base
P plate
! ! 2.38!! (6.13!
at the edge of!the concrete.
P = Total vertical load (kips)
! + !!) P
2.38!!! (4.63! + !!) P
15 in. wall
! = 14.4!!! 208!!!"
!
h = Wall height (inches)
! = 18.0 2.5 324 2.5 2.38 2.5 6.131.0 + 2.0105.251.0 1.0 = 16.9 kips
Example 1 Single-Story SSW:
! + !!) P
fc = Concrete compressive Strength (ksi)
18 in. wall
! = 18.0!!! 324!!!" 2.38!!! (6.13! + !!) P
Given:
Example
2
! + !!) P
k = 1.0 for all applications except Garage
SSW18x9
on! 2.5
ksi concrete
!" 2.38! ! (7.63! + !!) P
465!
21 in. wall
! = wall
21.6!
!
Portal Systems
! = 18.0!!! ! 324!!!" ! 2.38!!! (6.13!
+ !!) P
Seismic Loading
! + !!) P

For Garage Portal Systems using the
24 in. wall
! = 25.1!!! 632!!!" 2.38!!! (9.13! + !!) P
Design
Shear2.5
(V) = 2.0
kips
kips2.5
(Vallowable
)
DESIGNER
= 18.0
324
2.5< !2.15
2.38
6.132.0
+ 210.61.0 2.0 = 16.6 kips
!

SSWP-KT Portal Kit:
! + !!) P
P (Vertical Load) = 1.0 kip
THESE EQUATIONS BELOW REPLACE THE PREVIOUS KSI EQUATIONS
hTHE
= Wall
heightEQUATIONS
= 105.25" WITH THESE BELOW
REPLACE
OLDER
BELOW
12 in. wall
! = 11.2!!! 126!!!" 2.38!!! (3.44! + !!) P
k = 1.0
Example 1
15 in. wall
! = 14.4!!! 208!!!" 2.38!!! (4.63! + !!) P
k = 0.80 for SSW12
k = 0.85 for SSW15
k = 0.90 for SSW18
For two-story stacked applications,
! = 18.0!!! 324!!!" 2.38!!! (6.13! + !!) P

18 in. wall
! = 18.0!!! 324!!!" 2.38!!! (6.13! + !!) P
substitute Mbase for Vh:
! = 18.0 2.5 324 2.5 2.38 2.5 6.131.0 + 2.0105.251.0 1.0 = 16.9 kips
21 in. wall
! = 21.6!!! 465!!!" 2.38!!! (7.63! + !!) P
1.0 + 2.0105.251.0 1.0 = 16.9 kips
Example 2
24 in. wall
! = 25.1!!! 632!!!" 2.38!!! (9.13! + !!) P
P
Steel Strong-Wall
12wall
in. wall
12 in.
Vh = Mbase
12 kip - in
(1000
)
Where Mbase = Design moment at base of wall (ft.-lbs.)
Example! 2 Two-Story
Stacked SSW Condition:
!"
!
! = 18.0!! 324!! 2.38!! (6.13! + !!) P
Given:
! See
Two-Story
Example
onTHESE
page
28BELOW
! 2.38
=THE
18.0
2.5 EQUATIONS
Design
324 2.5
6.132.0
+ 210.61.0
REPLACE
OLDER
WITH 2.5
SSW18x9-STK
2.0 + 210.61.0 2.0
= 16.6 kips wall on 2.5 ksi concrete
Example 1
Wind Loading
!
!"
2.0 = 16.6 kips
18.0!
2.38!! (6.13!
+ !!)
P
! =
Mbase
= 17,550
ft-lbs.
(Moment
at base
of two-story
stacked wall)
! 324!
!
12
Vh = 17,550 x
kip-in
=
210.6
kip-in
! = 18.0 2.5 1000
324 2.5 ! 2.38 2.5 6.131.0 + 2.0105.251.0 1.0 = 16.9 kips
P (Vertical Load) = 2.0 kips
Example2k = 1.0
! = 18.0!!! 324!!!" 2.38!!! (6.13! + !!) P
! = 18.0 2.5 324 2.5
2.38 2.5 6.132.0 + 210.61.0
2.0 = 16.6 kips
15
Garage Portal Systems on Concrete Foundations

Exterior face
Simpson Strong-Tie offers a Steel Strong-Wall shearwall option for

garage portal systems which combines simplified installation with superior
performance.
Higher capacity with reduced concrete anchorage requirements
(see Alternate Garage Front Options on page 17 for other options)
Installation
Same anchor bolt template
Portal Frame Connection Kit is required to achieve increased load

values listed for portal frame system.
Complete kit available to simplify the connection to the

header or beam
SSWPS straps must be installed on exterior face of the Steel

Strong-Wall shearwall. Position header flush with exterior face of
the Steel Strong-Wall shearwall.
Material & Finish: See page 10.

For product data and naming scheme information, see pages 10-11.
Suggested Example Specification: SSW12x7 with SSWP-KT
Model No.
H Curb
Rough
Opening Height
SSW12x7
SSW15x7
SSW18x7
5 1/2"
7'-1 1/2"
6"
7'-2"
0"
7'-1 1/2"
5 1/2"
8'-2 3/4"3
6"
8'-3 1/4"3
SSW12x8
SSW15x8
SSW18x8
Maximum shim thickness between the Steel Strong-Wall and

header is 7/8" using Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive 1/4" x 3 1/2"
SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
Walls with 2x4 pre-attached studs may also be used in 2x6 wall
framing. Install the wall flush to exterior face of the framing and add
furring to the opposite side.
Walls may be installed with solid or multi-ply headers,
see detail 11/SSW2 page 77 for details.
Portal Frame Connection Kit
1. The height of the garage curb above the garage slab is critical for rough header
opening at garage return walls.
2. Shims are not provided with Steel Strong-Wall.
3. Furring down garage header may be necessary for correct rough opening height.
Shear transfer
by Designer
Model No.
Contents
(2) 10 gauge SSWPS straps
(8) #14x1 self-drilling screws
Installation instructions
SSWP-KT
See page 11 for

header connection
(10) 10dx2
minimum nails
Simpson
Strong-Tie
SSWPS straps
Align notches with
bottom of header
Simpson Strong-Tie
SSWPS straps
Header
Simpson Strong-Tie
LSTA24 strap (min.)
at beam to post
Max. 7/8" shim

as required
Header by
Designer
3 1/8" min. width
x 12" min.
nominal depth*
Header support post

(design by Designer)
4-#14x1
(provided with
SSWP-KT)
Rough
opening
height
Steel Strong-Wall
shearwall (exterior face)
8' Min. 16'-4" Max.*

Simpson Strong-Tie
STHD10 holdown
(1000 lb. uplift capacity min.)*
Column base detail by Designer
(not shown for clarity)
H
Curb
See page 11 for

connection to
foundation
Foundation design
by Designer
This installation reflects lateral load requirements of a single-wall portal system.*

It is the Designers responsibility to provide a complete load path for all loads
in accordance with the governing codes.
*Refer to footnotes 2, 4 and 9 on page 17.
16
Steel
Strong-Wall
shearwall
U.S. Patent
8,281,551
Canadian Patent
2,489,845
DO NOT
cut wall or enlarge
existing holes
SSW12x7.4
SSW15x7.4
SSW18x7.4
Do not cut the Steel Strong-Wall or enlarge existing holes. Doing so

will compromise the performance of the wall.
anchor bolts.
Garage Header Rough Opening Height
Steel Strong-Wall
For a complete set of wall profile

drawings, see page 10.

Allowable
Axial
Load
(lbs.)
SSW12x7
w/ SSWP-KT
SSW15x7
w/ SSWP-KT
SSW18x7
w/ SSWP-KT
SSW12x7.4
w/ SSWP-KT
SSW15x7.4
w/ SSWP-KT
SSW18x7.4
w/ SSWP-KT
SSW12x8
w/ SSWP-KT
SSW15x8
w/ SSWP-KT
SSW18x8
w/ SSWP-KT
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
1000
4000
7500
Allowable
ASD
Shear
Load V
(lbs.)
1350
1350
1185
2210
2000
1760
3865
3610
3315
1275
1275
1045
2065
1855
1590
3615
3380
3100
1180
1140
875
1865
1640
1380
3280
3100
2840
Drift at
Allowable
Shear
(in.)
0.42
0.42
0.37
0.38
0.34
0.30
0.40
0.38
0.35
0.45
0.45
0.37
0.42
0.37
0.32
0.45
0.42
0.38
0.46
0.45
0.35
0.42
0.37
0.31
0.47
0.45
0.41
Anchor
Tension at
Allowable
Shear8
(lbs.)
11550
11550
9750
15930
13925
11835
25785
23125
20405
11695
11695
9055
15900
13765
11330
25770
23150
20390
11845
11305
8110
15570
13130
10600
25325
23160
20365
Allowable
ASD
Shear
Load V
(lbs.)
1645
1435
1185
2210
2000
1760
3865
3610
3315
1535
1310
1045
2065
1855
1590
3615
3380
3100
1375
1140
875
1865
1640
1380
3315
3100
2840
Drift at
Allowable
Shear
(in.)
0.51
0.45
0.37
0.38
0.34
0.30
0.40
0.38
0.35
0.54
0.46
0.37
0.42
0.37
0.32
0.45
0.42
0.38
0.55
0.45
0.35
0.42
0.37
0.31
0.48
0.45
0.41
Anchor
Tension at
Allowable
Shear8
(lbs.)
15390
12560
9750
15930
13925
11835
25785
23125
20405
15320
12135
9055
15900
13765
11330
25770
23150
20390
14770
11305
8110
15570
13130
10600
25775
23160
20365
1. Allowable shear loads and anchor tension forces

are applicable to Single-Wall Garage Portal System
installation on concrete with minimum f'c = 2500 psi
using the ASD basic (Section 1605.3.1) or the
alternative basic (Section 1605.3.2) load combinations.
Load values include evaluation of bearing stresses.
2. A Double-Wall Garage Portal System consists of two
walls with a header continuous across both panels.
The allowable load is twice the Single-Wall Portal value.
3. For seismic designs based on the 2012 IBC using
R=6.5. For other codes, use the seismic coefficients
corresponding to light-frame bearing walls with wood
structural panels or sheet steel panels.
4. The minimum header size shown in the details is
the minimum required for lateral rigidity of the portal
system. Larger headers may be required due to
vertical loading. Support post uplift connectors may
be reduced where justified by calculations.
5. Recommended header moisture content is 19% or
less at time of installation.
6. Allowable shear, drift, and anchor tension values may
be interpolated for intermediate height or axial loads.
7. High-strength anchor bolts are required for anchor
tension forces exceeding the allowable load
for standard-strength bolts tabulated on pages
29-30. High strength anchor bolts are required for
SSW12 when seismic shear x panel height exceeds
61,600 in.-lbs. See pages 29-35 for SSWAB
anchor bolt information and anchorage solutions.
8. Tabulated anchor tension loads assume no resisting
axial load. For anchor tension loads at design shear
values and including the effect of axial load, refer to the
Strong-Wall Selector Application or use the equations
on page 15 (include K factor in uplift calculations).
Drifts at lower design shear may be linearly reduced.
Steel Strong-Wall
SSW
Model
Single-Wall Garage Portal System2

Seismic3
Wind
9. Longer header spans can be accommodated if larger

headers are used such that equivalent stiffness is
equal to or greater than that provided by the minimum
header size and maximum length indicated.
Alternate Garage Front Options

These alternate garage front options may
be used for applications when the Steel
Strong-Wall shearwall is installed at the full
height (option 1) or without the additional Portal
Frame Kit (option 2), when higher capacity or
reduced concrete anchorage are not needed.
Refer to the Standard Application on Concrete
Foundations on pages 10-13 for product
data and allowable load values.
For Garage Wall Option 2,

the Designer shall design for:
Shear
transfer by
Designer
Header and post

by Designer
See page 77, detail 11/SSW2

for multi-ply header options
1. Shear transfer
2. Out-of-plane loading effect
3. Increased overturning and drift
due to additional height
U.S. Patent
8,281,551
Canadian Patent
2,489,845
Column base detail

by Designer
(not shown)
Garage Wall Option 1
Header by
Designer
3 1/8" min.
width
Rough
opening
height
H
Curb
Note: Steel Strong-Wall

nominal 7 ft. height walls are
80", that is 2" taller than Wood
Strong-Wall shearwalls.
H
Curb
Garage Wall Option 2

17
First-Story Wood Floor Systems

Steel Strong-Wall shearwalls designed for use on concrete
foundations can be used with wood floor systems by extending
the anchor bolts and installing compression nuts and solid
blocking below the wall.
Codes: ICC-ES ESR-1679:
City of L.A. RR25625;
Attach to top plates or header

with SDS " x 3" screws (provided)
For product data and naming scheme information,

see pages 10-11.
Shim as
necessary
for tight fit
Wall Width
(in.)
Model No.
12
SSW12-1KT
15
SSW15-1KT
18
SSW18-1KT
21
SSW21-1KT
24
SSW24-1KT
Contents
(1) Shear-Transfer Plate
(with #14 self-drilling screws)
(2) 3/4" or 1"x18" Threaded Rods
F1554 Grade 36
(2) Coupler Nuts
(2) Heavy Hex Nuts
Installation Instructions
SSW shear-transfer
plate installs with 10d
nails into the rim joist
and #14 self-drilling
screws into the
Strong-Wall
(Sold separately with Simpson Strong-Tie
A34 each side
SSW__-1KT)
1. Two heavy hex nuts included with each wall.
Simpson Strong-Tie A34 angle

Solid
blocking
under center
and each
end of wall
Drill/notch subfloor to
allow nut to sit flush
with underside of wall
(Notching of rim joist
may also be required)
Shear transfer
by Designer
(Simpson Strong-Tie
LTP4 shown)
Blocking/Connection Detail
(See Detail 10/SSW2 on
page 81 for perpendicular
blocking where required)
Rim joist
Exterior View of
Shear-Transfer Plate
Place Steel Strong-Wall

shearwall over the
anchor bolts and secure
with heavy hex nuts
(provided). Snug tight fit
required, do not use an
impact wrench.
1 wrench/socket
required for " nut
1 5/8" wrench/socket
required for 1" nut
Simpson Strong-Tie
A34 each side
CNW Nuts and

Threaded Rods
(Included with
SSW_-1KT)
Foundation design
(size and
reinforcement)
by Designer
Alternate First-Story Installation

Installation for first-story wood-floor system.
Specify taller wall model to allow for floor framing
and use load values for installation on concrete
on pages 12-13.
18
SSWAB
First-Story Wood Floor Installation

U.S. Patent 8,281,551
Steel Strong-Wall
Wood First-Floor Wall Connection Kit
DO NOT
cut wall or enlarge
existing holes
First-Story Wood Floor Systems

Wind
SSW Model
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Anchor Tension at
(in.)
(lbs.)
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable Shear
(in.)
Anchor Tension at
Allowable Shear4
(lbs.)
SSW12x7
525
0.30
6110
525
0.30
6110
SSW15x7
1385
0.35
11980
1385
0.35
11980
SSW18x7
1830
0.27
11950
1830
0.27
11950
SSW21x7
2100
0.21
11015
2100
0.21
11015
SSW24x7
2450
0.17
10740
2450
0.17
10740
SSW12x8
450
0.36
6105
450
0.36
6105
SSW15x8
1185
0.42
11945
1185
0.42
11945
SSW18x8
1570
0.33
11950
1570
0.33
11950
SSW21x8
1955
0.27
11955
1955
0.27
11955
SSW24x8
2340
0.23
11955
2340
0.23
11955
SSW12x9
400
0.42
6125
400
0.42
6125
SSW15x9
1050
0.47
11945
1050
0.47
11945
SSW18x9
1390
0.38
11945
1390
0.38
11945
SSW21x9
1735
0.31
11975
1735
0.31
11975
SSW24x9
2075
0.26
11965
2075
0.26
11965
SSW12x10
360
0.48
6140
360
0.48
6140
SSW15x10
885
0.52
11220
945
0.56
11980
SSW18x10
1250
0.44
11965
1250
0.44
11965
SSW21x10
1555
0.33
11955
1555
0.33
11955
SSW24x10
1860
0.30
11950
1860
0.30
11950
SSW15x11
780
0.58
10900
855
0.63
11945
SSW18x11
1135
0.50
11975
1135
0.50
11975
SSW21x11
1410
0.40
11950
1410
0.40
11950
SSW24x11
1690
0.34
11970
1690
0.34
11970
SSW15x12
670
0.63
10230
785
0.74
11985
SSW18x12
1035
0.55
11935
1035
0.55
11935
SSW21x12
1290
0.45
11950
1290
0.45
11950
SSW24x12
1545
0.38
11960
1545
0.38
11960
SSW18x13
955
0.60
11945
955
0.60
11945
SSW21x13
1190
0.50
11960
1190
0.50
11960
SSW24x13
1425
0.42
11965
1425
0.42
11965
1. Loads are applicable to first-story raised wood floor installations

supported on concrete or masonry foundations using the
ASD basic (Section 1605.3.1) or the alternative basic (Section
1605.3.2) load combinations. Load values include evaluation
of anchor rod compression capacity and do not require further
evaluation by the Designer.
For other codes, use the seismic coefficients corresponding to
light-frame bearing walls with wood structural panels or sheet
steel panels.
3. Minimum standard-strength anchor bolts required. See pages
29-35 for SSWAB anchor bolt information and anchorage
solutions.
Steel Strong-Wall
Seismic2

Anchor rod tension at design shear load and including the effect
of axial load may be determined using the Strong-Wall Selector
Application or the following equation:
T = [(V x h) / B] - P/2 , where:

T = Anchor rod tension load (lbs.)

V = Design shear load (lbs.)

h = Strong-Wall height per page 11 (in.)

P = Applied axial load (lbs.)

B = Anchor bolt centerline dimension (in.)

(6 7/8" for SSW12, 9 1/4" for SSW15, 12 1/4" for SSW18,

15 1/4" for SSW21, and 18 1/4" for SSW24)
5. Allowable shear loads assume a maximum first-floor joist depth
of 12". For allowable shear load with joists up to 16" deep, multiply
table values by 0.93 for SSW12x models and 0.96 for other SSW
widths.
6. Allowable shear loads are based on 1000 lbs. total uniformly
distributed axial load acting on the entire panel in combination with
the shear load. For allowable shear loads at 2000 lbs. uniformly
distributed axial load, multiply table values by 0.92 for SSW12x
models, and 0.96 for other SSW widths.
19
Balloon Framing on Concrete Foundations

Simpson Strong-Tie offers a complete stacked-wall solution for
balloon-framing applications. The Steel Strong-Wall option for heights
up to 20' combines simplified installation with superior performance.
Some of the highest loads in the industry
Same anchor bolt template as single-story installation
Complete kit available to simplify the connection between the walls
Wood block
eliminates the
need for special
height walls

Naming Legend
SSW18x8
Top Wall:
Bottom Wall:
Steel Strong-Wall
Standard Steel
Strong-Wall
Nominal Height (ft.)
Width
(in.)
SSW18x10-STK
Stacked Wall
(For Bottom Walls Only)
Width
(in.)
Suggested Example Specification: SSW18x8 over SSW18x10-STK
Steel Strong-Wall Balloon Framing

Stacked-Wall Product Data Bottom Walls
Model No.
SSW15x8-STK
SSW15x10-STK
SSW18x8-STK
SSW18x10-STK
SSW21x8-STK
SSW21x10-STK
SSW24x8-STK
SSW24x10-STK
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
T
(in.)
15
15
18
18
21
21
24
24
93 1/4
117 1/4
93 1/4
117 1/4
93 1/4
117 1/4
93 1/4
117 1/4
3 1/2
3 1/2
3 1/2
3 1/2
3 1/2
3 1/2
3 1/2
3 1/2
Balloon Framing
Stacked-Wall
Connector Kit
Model SSWBF-KT
(Order separately)
Anchor Bolts
Qty.
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Dia. (in.)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Factory installed
stacked-wall option To order add
-STK suffix to
the model number
(Example:
SSW18x10-STK)
1. Specific wall combinations provided. See load table on page 22.

Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for additional wall combinations.
2. See page 11 for product data on top walls.
Balloon-Framing Wall Connection Kit

Model No.
SSWBF-KT
Contents
(2) 1" x 25" Threaded Rods F1554 Grade 36
(4) Heavy Hex Nuts
Wood Block-to-Top Plate Connection

Strong-Wall
Width
Total
Connectors
Recommended
Connectors
15" Wall
18" Wall
21" Wall
24" Wall
4 (2 Each Side)
4 (2 Each Side)
6 (3 Each Side)
6 (3 Each Side)
Simpson Strong-Tie
LTP4 or A35
1. Alternate connectors with equivalent shear capacity may be

specified by the Designer.
20
Foundation design
(size and
reinforcement)
by Designer
Stacked-Wall Solution For Balloon Framing

U.S. Patent 8,281,551; 8,689,518
Steel Strong-Wall
Steel Strong-Wall

Installation
Do not cut the Steel Strong-Wall or enlarge existing holes, doing so
will compromise the performance of the wall.
Do not use an impact wrench to tighten nuts on the anchor bolts.
Maximum top block height between the Steel Strong-Wall and
top plates is 12". See detail 4/SSW3 on page 84.
Full height studs are required for balloon-framed wall installation
(by Designer). Two 2x6 minimum each side with 10d nails at 16" o.c.
H 8"
8" < H 10"
10" < H 12"
CS16 Nailing (0.148 x 1.5" Nails)

Into Block
N/A
8-10dx1 1/2
10-10dx1 1/2
Into SSW Nailer Stud

N/A
8-10dx1 1/2
10-10dx1 1/2
DO NOT
cut wall or enlarge
existing holes
Standard Steel
Strong-Wall panel
Solid
4x or 6x
shim block
Stud Nailing:
10d at 16" O.C. stud to
SSW nailer-stud and
stud-to-stud
Shear connectors
each side of block
LTP4 or A35
Attach top
of wall to
block with
"x3" SDS
Heavy-Duty
Connector
screws
(provided)
Simpson Strong-Tie
CS16 for block heights
greater than 8"
Steel Strong-Wall
Block Height (H)
Use SSWBF-KT
connection kit to attach
standard wall above to
-STK model below
Full height studs are

required for balloon
framed wall installation
(by Designer)
Top-of-Wall Connection
Double
nuts
Additional
studs not
shown for
clarity
All nuts
require a
snug tight fit
Joist or solid blocking

below full height studs
-STK Steel
Strong-Wall panel
Single
nut
Place Steel Strong-Wall
over the anchor bolts and
secure with heavy hex
nuts (provided). Snug tight
fit required, do not use an
impact wrench.
required for 1" nut
Balloon Framing
Stacked-Wall
Connection Detail
Top-plate height measured
from bottom of Steel Strong-Wall to
top of plates
Balloon Framing on Concrete

Through Wood Floor
Installation for first-story wood-floor
system, specify taller wall model
to allow for floor framing.
SSWAB1
Baloon Framing Installation

U.S. Patent 8,281,551; 8,689,518
21

Seismic2
Nominal
Wall
Height
(ft.)
Actual
Stacked
SSW Height4
(ft. - in.)
Bottom Wall
SSW Model
Top Wall
SSW Model
Allowable
ASD Shear
Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable
Shear
(in.)
Wind
Anchor
Tension at
Allowable
Shear8
(lbs.)
Allowable
ASD Shear
Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable
Shear
(in.)
Anchor
Tension at
Allowable
Shear8
(lbs.)
Steel Strong-Wall
15-Inch Wide Walls

15
14 - 5
SSW15x8-STK
SSW15x7
705
1.00
12465
16
17
15 - 6
SSW15x8-STK
SSW15x8
645
1.06
12105
16 - 5
SSW15x10-STK
SSW15x7
595
1.11
11820
18
17 - 6
SSW15x10-STK
SSW15x8
555
1.17
11655
19
18 - 6
SSW15x10-STK
SSW15x9
520
1.23
11505
20
19 - 6
SSW15x10-STK
SSW15x10
485
1.29
11260
15
14 - 5
SSW18x8-STK
SSW18x7
890
0.79
12020
1130
1.00
16105
16
15 - 6
SSW18x8-STK
SSW18x8
825
0.84
11875
1050
1.07
15945
17
16 - 5
SSW18x10-STK
SSW18x7
770
0.89
11770
980
1.13
15795
18
17 - 6
SSW18x10-STK
SSW18x8
915
1.20
15585
19
18 - 6
SSW18x10-STK
SSW18x9
860
1.27
15440
20
19 - 6
SSW18x10-STK
SSW18x10
810
1.33
15290
15
14 - 5
SSW21x8-STK
SSW21x7
1295
0.78
14605
1670
1.00
20000
16
15 - 6
SSW21x8-STK
SSW21x8
1220
0.84
14710
1550
1.07
19770
17
16 - 5
SSW21x10-STK
SSW21x7
1135
0.89
14520
1445
1.13
19550
18
17 - 6
SSW21x10-STK
SSW21x8
1065
0.95
14425
1350
1.20
19300
19
18 - 6
SSW21x10-STK
SSW21x9
1000
1.00
14285
1270
1.27
19145
20
19 - 6
SSW21x10-STK
SSW21x10
940
1.05
14120
1195
1.33
18930
18-Inch Wide Walls
21-Inch Wide Walls
15
14 - 5
SSW24x8-STK
SSW24x7
1680
0.72
16100
2295
1.00
23645
16
15 - 6
SSW24x8-STK
SSW24x8
1630
0.81
16790
2155
1.07
23730
17
16 - 5
SSW24x10-STK
SSW24x7
1545
0.87
16950
2005
1.13
23405
18
17 - 6
SSW24x10-STK
SSW24x8
1470
0.94
17115
1875
1.20
23130
19
18 - 6
SSW24x10-STK
SSW24x9
1390
1.00
17095
1765
1.27
22960
20
19 - 6
SSW24x10-STK
SSW24x10
1310
1.05
16945
1660
1.33
22685
1. Allowable shear loads and anchor tension forces are applicable to

installation on concrete with minimum f'c = 2500 psi using the ASD
basic (Section 1605.3.1) or the alternative basic (Section 1605.3.2)
load combinations. Load values include evaluation of bearing
stresses on the foundation and do not require further evaluation
by the Designer.
steel panels.
3. Allowable shear, drift, and anchor tension values apply to the
nominal wall heights listed and may be linearly interpolated
for intermediate heights.
4. Solid shim blocks (12" maximum) shall be used to attain specified
nominal wall height. See detail 4/SSW3 on page 84 for
additional details.
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5. Full-height studs are required for balloon framed wall installation,

which must be designed for out-of-plane loads in accordance with
the applicable code. Two 2x6 minimum are required on each side
and fastened together with 10d common nails at 16 inches on
center.
6. Loads are based on a 1000 lbs. maximum axial load acting on the
entire panel in combination with the shear load. For shear loads at
2000 lbs. maximum axial load, multiply allowable shears by 0.91
for SSW15x models; no reduction required for other wall models.
7. High-strength anchor bolts are required for anchor tension forces
exceeding the allowable load for standard-strength bolts tabulated
on pages 29-30. See pages 29-35 for SSWAB anchor
bolt information and anchorage solutions.
For anchor tension loads at design shear values and including the
effect of axial load, refer to the Strong-Wall Selector Application or
use the equations on page 15. Drifts at lower design shear may
be linearly reduced.
24-Inch Wide Walls
Cumulative Overturning
Key Consideration in
Strong-Wall Shearwall
Specification Process
When specifying a pre-manufactured shearwall for a project, several
factors need to be considered, such as load values, seismic/wind
requirements, wall width and height, wall placement, etc. Cumulative
Overturning is another critical factor often overlooked in multi-story
applications.
Calculating Cumulative Overturning for

Pre-Manufactured Shearwalls
Steel Strong-Wall
Designers are accustomed to accounting for cumulative overturning

when specifying multi-story, site-built plywood shearwalls. However,
when specifying pre-manufactured shearwalls, Designers typically
calculate shear loads based on the building geometry and code
loading requirements. A wall is then selected based on its ability to
meet or exceed the required shear load using manufacturer-provided
allowable shear load tables.
What can get lost when considering shear capacity only is that the
shearwall is not only governed by shear, but also by a combination
of other limit states, including drift, tension and compression, flexure,
anchor rod tension, and concrete or wood bearing stress. For singlestory walls, the allowable shear given in the load tables is the lowest
value of the various limit states. However, additional care must be
taken in the analysis of multi-story shearwalls to account for the way
the loads are distributed over the height of the building.
Cumulative Overturning and Stacked-Wall Applications

In multi-story structures, shear and the associated overturning
forces due to seismic/wind requirements must be carried down to
the foundation by the buildings lateral force resisting system. These
forces are cumulative over the height of the building, and shear forces
applied at the second or third levels of a structure will generate much
larger base overturning moments than the same shears applied at the
first story. If cumulative overturning is not considered, the design may
result in forces several times higher than the capacity of the lower
wall, anchor bolts and foundation anchorage.
When specifying stacked shearwall applications, its important to
consider cumulative overturning. The load values for Simpson
Strong-Tie stacked Steel Strong-Wall and Strong-Wall SB
applications reflect the impact of cumulative overturning and thus
appear significantly different than other shearwall manufacturers.
To learn more about cumulative overturning and
Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Wall shearwall testing,
visit www.strongtie.com/co.
Simpson Strong-Tie Steel Strong-Wall

shearwall rendered in Finite Element Analysis
(FEA). When evaluating the performance of
complex structural components, our engineers
use this computer simulation to complement
our full-scale testing program.
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Cumulative Overturning
Shear only vs. Shear and Cumulative Overturning Analysis

The graphic illustration below compares how the total allowable
shear load is impacted when the effects of cumulative overturning are
included in the analysis. As a point of reference (Figure A), a one-story,
nine-foot tall shear wall with a 5,000-lb. lateral load capacity is used.
The reference wall has a resulting base overturning moment capacity of
45,000 foot-lbs. and an overturning force of 22,500 lbs. assuming a 2 ft.
Figure A ONE-STORY WALL
Steel Strong-Wall
Reference
2nd-Story
Shear Load
moment arm. As illustrated, if the same base shear is applied over two
stories, the overturning at the base of the wall exceeds the one-story
application by 60% (Figure B). When proper consideration of cumulative
overturning is included in the design, the total allowable shear load on a
stacked wall is reduced (Figure C).
Figure B TWO-STORY WALL
Shear Only
Figure C TWO-STORY WALL
Shear and Cumulative Overturning
3,000 LBS.
1,875 LBS.
2,000 LBS.
1,250 LBS.
9 Feet
1st-Story
Shear Load
5,000 LBS.
Total Base
Shear Reaction
Overturning
Moment
Overturning Force
(Assumes 2 ft.
Moment Arm)
5,000 LBS.
5,000 LBS.
Maximum
Shear Capacity
Adequate Design
for Shear
Adequate Design
for Shear
45,000 FT-LBS.
72,000 FT-LBS.
45,000 FT-LBS.
Maximum
Moment Capacity
Exceeds
Moment by 60%*
Adequate Design
for Moment
22,500 LBS.
36,000 LBS.
22,500 LBS.
Maximum
Overturning Force
Exceeds
Overturning Force by 60%*
Adequate Design
for Overturning Force
3,125 LBS.
*Example calculations:
(2nd-Story Shear Load x Total Story Height) + (1st-Floor Shear Load x 1st-Story Height) = Overturning Moment > Baseline Limit of the Lowest Panel
(3,000 lbs. x 18') + (2,000 lbs. x 9') = 72,000 ft-lbs. > 45,000 ft-lbs.
(Overturning Moment) (Moment Arm) = Overturning Force > Baseline Limit of the Lowest Panel (72,000 ft-lbs.) (2 ft.) = 36,000 lbs. > 22,500 lbs.
Note: Loads shown are for illustrative purposes only. Redistribution of earthquake loads per building code requirements will compound the effects
of cumulative overturning.
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9 Feet
Two-Story Stacked on Concrete Foundations

Simpson Strong-Tie offers a complete stacked-wall solution for two-story
applications. This Steel Strong-Wall Shearwall option combines simplified
installation with superior performance.
Some of the highest loads in the industry and design procedures that account
for cumulative overturning, see pages 23-24 for more information.
Complete concrete-anchorage designs for two-story applications
(foundation design by Designer)
No bearing plates to install, walls can now be placed flush against a corner.
Uses the same anchor bolt template as single-story installation.
Compression loads transferred by nut/rod reducing wood crushing under load.
Naming Legend
SSW18x8
Top Wall:
Steel Strong-Wall
Width
(in.)
Standard
Steel Strong-Wall
SSW18x10-STK
Bottom Wall:
Steel Strong-Wall
Width
(in.)
Stacked Wall
(For Bottom Walls Only)
Suggested Example Specification: SSW18x8 over SSW18x10-STK
Two-Story Stacked-Wall Product Data

Bottom Walls
Model
No.
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
SSW15x8-STK
SSW18x8-STK
SSW21x8-STK
SSW24x8-STK
SSW15x9-STK
SSW18x9-STK
SSW21x9-STK
SSW24x9-STK
SSW15x10-STK
SSW18x10-STK
SSW21x10-STK
SSW24x10-STK
SSW15x11-STK
SSW18x11-STK
SSW21x11-STK
SSW24x11-STK
SSW15x12-STK
SSW18x12-STK
SSW21x12-STK
SSW24x12-STK
SSW18x13-STK
SSW21x13-STK
SSW24x13-STK
15
18
21
24
15
18
21
24
15
18
21
24
15
18
21
24
15
18
21
24
18
21
24
93 1/4
93 1/4
93 1/4
93 1/4
105 1/4
105 1/4
105 1/4
105 1/4
117 1/4
117 1/4
117 1/4
117 1/4
129 1/4
129 1/4
129 1/4
129 1/4
141 1/4
141 1/4
141 1/4
141 1/4
153 1/4
153 1/4
153 1/4
Anchor Bolts
Number of
T
in Top of
(in.) Qty. Dia. Screws
Wall
(in.)
3 1/2
2
1
6
3 1/2
2
1
9
3 1/2
2
1
12
3 1/2
2
1
14
3 1/2
2
1
6
3 1/2
2
1
9
3 1/2
2
1
12
3 1/2
2
1
14
3 1/2
2
1
6
3 1/2
2
1
9
3 1/2
2
1
12
3 1/2
2
1
14
5 1/2
2
1
6
5 1/2
2
1
9
5 1/2
2
1
12
5 1/2
2
1
14
5 1/2
2
1
6
5 1/2
2
1
9
5 1/2
2
1
12
5 1/2
2
1
14
5 1/2
2
1
9
5 1/2
2
1
12
5 1/2
2
1
14
Steel Strong-Wall

Two-Story StackedWall Connector Kit

Model SSW__-2KT
(Sold separately)
Factory installed
stacked-wall option To order add
-STK suffix to
the model number
(Example:
SSW18x10-STK)
Foundation
design (size and
reinforcement)
by Designer
1. See page 11 for product data on top wall.
Two-Story Stacked-Wall Connection Kit

Wall Width
(in.)
Model
No.
Contents
15
18
21
24
SSW15-2KT
SSW18-2KT
SSW21-2KT
SSW24-2KT
(1) Shear-Transfer Plate (with

#14 self-drilling screws)
(2) 1"x48" Threaded Rods F1554 Grade 36
(6) Heavy Hex Nuts
Two-Story Stacked Installation

U.S. Patent 8,281,551; 8,689,518
25

Shear-Transfer Plate Fasteners
Installation Notes
Do not cut the Steel Strong-Wall or enlarge existing holes,
doing so will compromise the performance of the wall.
anchor bolts.
Steel Strong-Wall
Maximum shim thickness between the Steel Strong-Wall

and top plates is 7/8" using Simpson Strong-Tie
Strong-Drive 1/4"x3 1/2" SDS Heavy-Duty Connector
screws. For additional shim thicknesses, see detail
5/SSW2 on page 76 and detail 9/SSW2 on page 80.
Strong-Wall
Width
Attach to
top plates with
SDS "x3"
screws
(provided)
Shim as
necessary
for tight fit
15" Wall
18" Wall
21" Wall
24" Wall
Fastener Quantity
#14 Screws
4
6
6
7
10d Nails
10
12
16
18
SSW Shear-Transfer Plate

installs with 10d nails
into the rim joist and #14
self-drilling screws into
the Strong-Wall (Sold
separately with SSW__-2KT)
Solid
blocking
under center
and each
end of wall
Simpson Strong-Tie
A34 each side
Rim joist
Drill/notch
subfloor to
allow nut to
sit flush with
underside of
wall (notching
of rim joist
may also be
required)
Exterior View of
Shear-Transfer Plate
Blocking/Connection Detail
Shim as
necessary
for tight fit
Use SSW__-2KT connection

kit to attach standard wall
above to -STK model below
Install
connecting
rods before
placing 2nd
floor wall
Attach to top
plates with
1/4"x3" SDS
Heavy-Duty
Connector
screws
(provided)
All nuts
require
a snug
tight fit
Double
nuts
Two-Story Stacked-Wall
Connection Detail
First-Story Installation
With Wood Floor System
See detail 7/SSW2 on page 79.
Height modification options available,
contact Simpson Strong-Tie.
SSWAB1

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U.S. Patent 8,281,551; 8,689,518

Place Steel Strong-Wall over the

anchor bolts and secure with heavy hex
nuts (provided). Snug tight fit required,
do not use an impact wrench.
1 5/8" wrench/socket required for 1" nut
(See detail 8/SSW2 on page 79 for

perpendicular blocking where required)
Second-Story Walls6
Seismic2
Wind
Second-Story
Wall Models
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable Shear
(in.)
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable Shear
(in.)
SSW15x7
SSW18x7
SSW21x7
SSW24x7
SSW15x8
SSW18x8
SSW21x8
SSW24x8
SSW15x9
SSW18x9
SSW21x9
SSW24x9
SSW15x10
SSW18x10
SSW21x10
SSW24x10
SSW15x11
SSW18x11
SSW21x11
SSW24x11
SSW15x12
SSW18x12
SSW21x12
SSW24x12
SSW18x13
SSW21x13
SSW24x13
600
1210
1735
2330
550
1130
1625
2050
510
1070
1520
1815
470
1010
1365
1630
440
960
1235
1480
405
900
1130
1355
830
1045
1250
0.21
0.24
0.23
0.22
0.26
0.32
0.30
0.26
0.31
0.39
0.36
0.30
0.37
0.47
0.39
0.35
0.43
0.55
0.46
0.39
0.50
0.63
0.52
0.43
0.68
0.57
0.48
600
1390
1815
2330
550
1315
1715
2050
510
1220
1520
1815
470
1095
1365
1630
440
995
1235
1480
405
910
1130
1355
840
1045
1250
0.21
0.28
0.24
0.22
0.26
0.37
0.32
0.26
0.31
0.45
0.36
0.30
0.37
0.51
0.39
0.35
0.43
0.57
0.46
0.39
0.50
0.64
0.52
0.43
0.69
0.57
0.48
1. Allowable base moment and anchor tension are applicable to

installation on concrete foundations with minimum f'c = 2500
psi using the ASD basic (Section 1605.3.1) or the alternative
basic (Section 1605.3.2) load combinations. Load values
include evaluation of anchor rod compression at second story
and bearing stresses at foundation.
steel panels.
3. Two-story stacked-wall installations may consist of any heightcombination of equal width wall models listed in these tables.
4. Loads are based on a 1000 lbs. maximum uniformly distributed
total axial load acting on the second-story panel and a 2000
lbs. maximum uniformly distributed total axial load acting on the
first-story panel in combination with the tabulated shear load
and base moment.
5. The Designer must verify that the cumulative overturning
moment at the base of the first-story Steel Strong-Wall does
not exceed the allowable base moment capacity. See design
example on page 28 for procedure.
6. The allowable second-story shear loads assume a maximum floor
joist depth of 14". For allowable shear load with up to 18" joists,
multiply second-story allowable shear loads by 0.98 for SSW15x
models and by 0.94 for other SSW widths. For bottom wall shims
greater than 7/8" thick, see detail 9/SSW2 on page 80.
7. Allowable shear, drift, and base moment values may be
interpolated for intermediate heights.
8. Minimum ASTM F1554 Grade 36 threaded rods are required at
the second-story wall anchorage.
9. High-strength anchor bolts are required at the first-story wall
for anchor tension forces exceeding the allowable load for
standard-strength bolts tabulated on pages 29-30. See
pages 29-35 for SSWAB anchor bolt information and
anchorage solutions.
For anchor tension loads at design shear values and including
the effect of axial load, refer to the Strong-Wall Selector
Application or use the equations on page 15. Drifts at lower
design shear or base moment may be linearly reduced.
Steel Strong-Wall
First-Story Walls On Concrete Foundations5,9

Seismic2
First-Story
Wall Models
Allowable ASD
Base Moment
(ft.-lbs.)
Drift at Allowable
Base Moment
(in.)
SSW15x8-STK
SSW18x8-STK
SSW21x8-STK
SSW24x8-STK
SSW15x9-STK
SSW18x9-STK
SSW21x9-STK
SSW24x9-STK
SSW15x10-STK
SSW18x10-STK
SSW21x10-STK
SSW24x10-STK
SSW15x11-STK
SSW18x11-STK
SSW21x11-STK
SSW24x11-STK
SSW15x12-STK
SSW18x12-STK
SSW21x12-STK
SSW24x12-STK
SSW18x13-STK
SSW21x13-STK
SSW24x13-STK
9665
19270
27665
37805
9490
18815
27585
37585
9225
18175
29750
37470
9025
17610
26765
37430
8675
17070
26015
37080
17050
25350
36140
0.35
0.41
0.39
0.37
0.37
0.47
0.46
0.44
0.45
0.53
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.58
0.58
0.57
0.57
0.63
0.63
0.63
0.68
0.68
0.68
Wind
Anchor Tension at
Allowable
Base Moment10
(lbs.)
11385
19520
23360
27435
11130
18890
23265
27215
10755
18030
25905
27100
10475
17295
22325
27060
9990
16605
21490
26710
16580
20765
25790
Allowable ASD
Base Moment
(ft.-lbs.)
Drift at Allowable
Base Moment
(in.)
9665
22690
30775
39670
9490
22685
31310
40390
9225
22585
31485
40925
9025
22115
30860
40260
8675
21600
30195
39545
21155
29505
38795
0.35
0.49
0.43
0.39
0.38
0.57
0.52
0.47
0.45
0.65
0.55
0.55
0.50
0.73
0.67
0.61
0.57
0.80
0.73
0.67
0.85
0.79
0.73
Anchor Tension at
Allowable
Base Moment10
(lbs.)
11385
24875
27240
29370
11130
24870
27970
30150
10755
24690
28210
30740
10475
23880
27355
30005
9990
23030
26475
29235
22315
25590
28450
See footnotes above.
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Two-Story Design Example

Example: Standard Two-Story Wall Design
Given:
Applied Loads
650 lbs.
Wind, f'c = 2500 psi

V2nd-story wall = 650 lbs.
V1st-story wall = 650 lbs.
8 ft.
Vtotal = 650 lbs. + 650 lbs. = 1,300 lbs.

Mallow = Allowable ASD Base Moment (ft-lbs.)
(See Two-Story Stacked Tables)
Steel Strong-Wall
Vallow = Allowable ASD Shear Load V (lbs.)

(See Two-Story Stacked Tables)
650 lbs.
12" floor
Step 1 Select First-Story Wall (See tables on page 27)

Mbase = (650 lbs. x 18 ft.) + (650 lbs. x 9 ft.) = 17,550 ft-lbs.
Using First-Story Wall Table, select a 9-foot wall with Mallow Mbase
9 ft.
Select SSW18x9-STK
Mallow = 22,685 ft-lbs. > 17,550 ft-lbs. OK
Step 2 Check Second-Story Wall

Using the Second-Story Wall Table on page 27, check the capacity of an
8-foot wall with the same width as the First-Story Wall selected in Step 1:
Select SSW18x8
Vallow = 1,315 lbs. > 650 lbs. OK
Use SSW18x8 over SSW18x9-STK
Cold-Formed Steel on Concrete Foundations

The Steel Strong-Wall provides high-capacity, narrow- wall
solutions for cold-formed steel (CFS) framing. Wall models for
this application, designated by the S/SSW model prefix, install
easily in CFS framing, and pre-attached steel studs allow easy
attachment of interior and exterior finishes. Simpson Strong-Tie
offers Steel Strong-Wall solutions for standard CFS applications
on concrete, first-story floor systems, and two-story stacked
applications on concrete.
The Cold-Formed Steel Connectors Catalog

All of the design, specification and installation information you
need on our Steel Strong-Wall for CFS applications is contained
in the Cold-Formed Steel
Connectors catalog. In addition
to this resource, or to learn more,
visit www.strongtie.com.
Cold-Formed Steel Applications

(Standard, Raised Floor and Two-Story)
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Anchorage Solutions
SSWAB Anchor Bolts
15, 18,
21, 24
SSWAB3/4x24
SSWAB3/4x24HS
SSWAB3/4x30
SSWAB3/4x30HS
SSWAB3/4x36HS
SSWAB1x24
SSWAB1x24HS
SSWAB1x30
SSWAB1x30HS
SSWAB1x36HS
Top of
SSWHSR allows for anchorage in tall stemwall
concrete
applications where full embedment of an SSWAB into the
footing is required. The head is stamped for identification
like an SSWAB. Kit includes ASTM A449 high-strength
rod with heavy hex nut fixed in place and high strength
SSWHSR
coupler nut. Do not use in place of SSWAB.
le
le
HX on
Extension
Kit
Heavy
Hex Nut
Dia.
(in.)
le
(in.)
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
3/4
1
1
1
1
1
24
24
30
30
36
24
24
30
30
36
19
19
25
25
31
19
19
25
25
31
Cut to length
as necessary
Top of
concrete
Plate
Washer
Heavy
Hex Nut
Total
Length
(in.)
3"
Length
SSWAB
3/4 24
HX
Heavy Hex Nut

fixed in place
3/4" or 1"
high-strength
rod
le
High-strength
coupler nut
Total le =
SSWHSR le + SSWAB le + 3"
High-strength
coupler
nut
3"
SSWAB
le
SSWHSR_KT
Steel
Strong-Wall
Width (in.)
12
15, 18,
21, 24
Model No.
Dia.
(in.)
Total
Length
(in.)
le
(in.)
SSWHSR3/4x2KT
SSWHSR3/4x3KT
SSWHSR1x2KT
SSWHSR1x3KT
3/4
3/4
1
1
24
36
24
36
21
33
21
33
SSWHSR
and SSWAB
Assembly
Steel Strong-Wall
12
Model No.
Top of
Concrete
Heavy Hex Nut

fixed in place
on all SSWAB
anchor bolts
Material: ASTM F1554

Grade 36; High Strength (HS)
ASTM A449
An additional nut for template
installation is provided with
each SSWAB. It may also be
used for SSW installation.
Steel
Strong-Wall
Width
(in.)
3/4 24
HS
3"
Length
SSWAB anchor bolts in

3/4" and 1" diameters offer
flexibility to meet specific
project demands. Inspection
is easy; the head is stamped
with a No Equal symbol for
identification, bolt length, bolt
diameter, and optional HS
for High Strength if specified.
SSWHSR Extension Kit
Steel Strong-Wall Anchorage Solutions 2500 psi Concrete1,2,6

SSWAB " Anchor Bolt

Design
Criteria
Concrete
Condition
Anchor
Strength3
Standard
Cracked
High Strength
Seismic4
Standard
Uncracked
High Strength
Standard
Cracked
High Strength
Wind5
Standard
Uncracked
High Strength
SSWAB 1" Anchor Bolt
ASD
Allowable
Tension
(lbs.)
W
(in.)
de
(in.)
ASD
Allowable
Tension
(lbs.)
W
(in.)
de
(in.)
8800
9600
18500
19900
8800
9600
18300
19900
5100
7400
9600
11400
13600
15900
19900
5000
7800
9600
12500
14300
17000
19900
22
24
36
38
19
21
31
33
14
18
22
24
27
30
35
12
16
19
22
24
27
30
8
8
12
13
7
7
11
11
6
6
8
8
9
10
12
6
6
7
8
8
9
10
16100
17100
33000
35300
15700
17100
32300
35300
6200
11400
17100
21100
27300
31800
35300
6400
12500
17100
21900
26400
31500
35300
33
35
51
54
28
30
44
47
16
24
32
36
42
46
50
14
22
28
32
36
40
43
11
12
17
18
10
10
15
16
6
8
11
12
14
16
17
6
8
10
11
12
14
15
1. See pages 32-33 for foundation illustrations showing

W and de dimensions.
2. Anchorage designs conform to ACI 318 Appendix D
with no supplementary reinforcement and cracked or
uncracked concrete as noted.
3. Anchor strength indicates required grade of SSWAB
anchor bolt. Standard or High Strength (HS).
4. Seismic indicates Seismic Design Category C through F.
Detached 1 and 2 family dwellings in SDC C may use wind
anchorage solutions. Seismic anchorage designs conform
to ACI 318-11 Section D.3.3.4.
5. Wind includes Seismic Design Category A and B.
6. Foundation dimensions are for anchorage only. Foundation
design (size and reinforcement) by Designer. The
registered design professional may specify alternate
embedment, footing size or anchor bolt.
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Anchorage Solutions
Steel Strong-Wall Anchorage Solutions - 3500 psi Concrete1,2,6
Design Criteria
Concrete
Condition
Anchor
Strength3
Standard
Cracked
High Strength
Seismic4
Standard
Uncracked
High Strength
Cracked
High Strength
Wind5
Standard
Uncracked
High Strength

ASD Allowable
W
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
15700
29
17100
31
32900
46
35300
48
15700
25
17100
27
32600
40
35300
42
7300
16
13500
24
17100
29
22700
34
27400
38
32300
42
35300
45
7500
14
12800
20
17100
25
21300
28
26000
32
31300
36
35300
39
de
(in.)
10
11
16
16
9
9
14
14
6
8
10
12
13
14
15
6
7
9
10
11
12
13
Steel Strong-Wall Anchorage Solutions - 4500 psi Concrete1,2,6

Design Criteria
Concrete
Condition
Anchor
Strength3
Standard
Cracked
High Strength
Seismic4
Standard
Uncracked
High Strength
Standard
Cracked
High Strength
Wind5
Standard
Uncracked
High Strength
SSWAB " Anchor Bolt

ASD Allowable
W
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
8700
18
9600
20
17800
29
19900
32
9100
16
9600
17
17800
25
19900
27
5400
12
8300
16
9600
18
11600
20
13400
22
17300
26
19900
29
6800
12
8500
14
9600
16
12400
18
14500
20
16800
22
19900
25
1. See pages 32-33 for foundation illustrations showing W and

de dimensions.
2. Anchorage designs conform to ACI 318 Appendix D with no
supplementary reinforcement and cracked or uncracked concrete
as noted.
3. Anchor strength indicates required grade of SSWAB anchor bolt.
Standard or High Strength (HS).
30
de
(in.)
7
7
11
12
6
7
10
10
6
6
7
8
8
10
11
6
6
6
7
8
8
9
de
(in.)
6
7
10
11
6
6
9
9
6
6
6
7
8
9
10
6
6
6
6
7
8
9

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
(in.)
16000
27
9
17100
29
10
32100
42
14
35300
45
15
15700
23
8
17100
25
9
32500
37
13
35300
39
13
6800
14
6
11600
20
7
17100
26
9
21400
30
10
25800
34
12
31000
38
13
35300
42
14
6800
12
6
12400
18
6
17100
23
8
21600
26
9
26700
30
10
32200
34
12
35300
36
12
4. Seismic indicates Seismic Design Category C through F. Detached

1 and 2 family dwellings in SDC C may use wind anchorage
solutions. Seismic anchorage designs conform to ACI 318-11
Section D.3.3.4.
6. Foundation dimensions are for anchorage only. Foundation design
(size and reinforcement) by Designer. The registered design
professional may specify alternate embedment, footing size or
anchor bolt.
Steel Strong-Wall
Standard
SSWAB " Anchor Bolt

ASD Allowable
W
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
9000
20
9600
21
18200
32
19900
34
8800
17
9600
19
18600
28
19900
30
6000
14
7300
16
9600
20
11800
22
13500
24
17000
28
19900
32
6000
12
7500
14
9600
17
12800
20
14800
22
16900
24
19900
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Anchorage Solutions
Steel Strong-Wall Shear Anchorage

Foundation shear reinforcement to resist shear forces from Strong-Wall shearwalls located at the edge of concrete is shown in the table below. The
SSW12 and SSW15 used in wind applications do not require shear reinforcement when the shearwall design shear force is less than the anchorage
allowable shear load shown in the table below.
Wind4
Seismic3
Shear
Reinforcement
Minimum
Curb/ Stemwall
Width
(in.)
Shear
Reinforcement
Minimum
Curb/ Stemwall
Width
(in.)
ASD Allowable Shear Load V 6

(lbs.)
6" Minimum Curb/Stemwall
8" Minimum Curb/Stemwall
Uncracked
Cracked
Uncracked
SSW12
(1) #3 Tie
See Note 6
1230
880
1440
1030
SSW15
12
(2) #3 Ties
See Note 6
1590
1135
1810
1295
SSW18
14
(1) #3 Hairpin
85
(1) #3 Hairpin
SSW21
15
(2) #3 Hairpins
85
(1) #3 Hairpin
SSW24
17
(2) #3 Hairpins
(1) #3 Hairpin
1. Shear anchorage designs conform to ACI 318-11 and assume minimum

f'c = 2500 psi concrete. See pages 29-30 for tension anchorage.
2. Shear reinforcement is not required for panels installed on a wood floor, interior
foundation applications (panel installed away from edge of concrete), or bracedwall panel applications.
3. Seismic indicates Seismic Design Category C through F. Detached 1 and 2
family dwellings in SDC C may use wind anchorage solutions. Seismic shear
reinforcement designs conform to ACI 318-11 Section D.3.3.5.
Cracked
Hairpin reinforcement achieves maximum

allowable shear load of the Steel Strong-Wall.

5. Where noted minimum curb/stemwall width is 6" when standard-strength
SSWAB is used.
6. Use (1) #3 tie for SSW12 and SSW15 when the Steel Strong-Wall design
shear force exceeds the tabulated anchorage allowable shear load.
7. The registered design professional may specify alternate shear anchorage.
Steel Strong-Wall
Lt or Lh
(in.)
Model
Lt
Lh Min.
4" Min.
3"
3"
SSWAB
#3 Hairpin
grade 60 rebar
(Min.)
Field tie and secure during

concrete placement. Overlap
varies with bolt spacing.
SSWAB
Field tie and secure

during concrete
placement
Tie Shear Reinforcement
Hairpin Shear Reinforcement
SSWAB
1 1/2" CLR
#3 Tie
grade 60 rebar
(Min.)
#3 Hairpin (#3 tie similar),

see table for required quantity.
1 1/2" Spacing
Hairpin Installation
(Garage curb shown, other footing types similar)
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Anchorage Solutions
Curb or Stemwall Installation
Minimum curb/stemwall
width per page 31
SSWAB
Shear reinforcement
per page 31 when
required
3"
H
1/2W
de
W
1/2W
3" Clr. Min.

1/2W
1/2W
1/2W
1/2W
Steel Strong-Wall
Curb or Stemwall Section View
Footing Plan
Perspective View
(Slab not shown for clarity)
Slab-on-Grade Installation
Shear reinforcement
per page 31 when
required
SSWAB
3"
H
de
1/2W
W
3" Clr. Min.

1/2W
1/2W
W
1/2W
Slab-on-Grade Section View
Perspective View
1/2W
Footing Plan
Brick Ledge Installation

width per page 31
SSWAB
3"
Shear reinforcement
per page 31 when
required
1/2W
de
W
1/2W
3" Clr. Min.
1/2W
1/2W
1/2W
Brick Ledge Section View
Perspective View
1/2W
Footing Plan
Anchorage Solutions General Notes

1. The Designer may specify alternate embedment, footing size or bolt grade.
2. Footing dimensions and rebar requirements are for anchorage only.
32
Foundation design
(size and reinforcement) by Designer.
1/2W
Anchorage Solutions
Interior Installation
Stemwall Extension Installation

Minimum stemwall
width per page 31
SSWAB
3"
SSWHSR
de
Shear reinforcement
per page 31 when
required
3"
1/2W
1/2W
W
Interior Section View
Steel Strong-Wall
Max. Stemwall
Height =
(SSWAB le +
SSWHSR le +
3"- de)
See page 29 for
le dimensions
3" Clr. Min.
SSWAB
de
1/2W
W
3" Clr. Min.
1/2W
1/2W
1/2W Min. 1/2W Min.
1/2W
Footing Plan
Section at Stemwall
SSWAB and SSWHSR
Extension Application

2x4 pre-attached
stud for models
up to 10 feet tall
Steel Strong-Wall Anchor Bolt Layout
Wall
Model
Distance
From End of Wall
to Center of
SSWABs
(A) (in.)
Distance
From Center
to Center of
SSWABs
(B) (in.)
Distance
From Exterior Face
of Wall to Center
of All SSWABs
(C) (in.)
SSW12
2 9/16
6 7/8
SSW15
2 7/8
9 1/4
1 7/8
SSW18
2 7/8
12 1/4
1 7/8
SSW21
2 7/8
15 1/4
1 7/8
SSW24
2 7/8
18 1/4
1 7/8
3 1/2"
2x6 pre-attached
stud for models
taller than 10 feet
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Anchor Reinforcement Solutions on Grade Beams
Significant Findings From Testing:

Grade beam flexural and shear capacity is critical to anchor
performance and must be designed to exceed the demands
created by the attached structure. In wind load applications, this
demand includes the factored demand from the Steel Strong-Wall
(SSW) shearwall. In seismic applications, testing and analysis has
shown that in order to achieve the anchor performance expected
by Appendix D design methodologies, the concrete member design
strength needs to resist the amplified anchor design demand from
Appendix D Section D.3.3.4.3. To help designers achieve this,
Simpson Strong-Tie recommends designers apply the seismic
design moment listed in the table below at the SSW location when
evaluating the grade beam design strength under seismic loads.
The tabulated moment correlates to the lowest of the anchor
tension design limits of Appendix D Section D.3.3.4.3 as they relate
to each SSW model.
Grade Beam Test Photo
2 4
2 4
PLACE ANCHOR REINFORCEMENT WHERE

INDICATED BASED ON REQUIRED QUANTITY
(EX. 2 TIES REQUIRED: PLACE AT
LOCATIONS MARKED 1 AND 2)
SSWAB1
SSWAB1HS
SHEAR REINFORCEMENT PER

4/SSW1 WHEN REQUIRED.
CONTINUOUS GRADE BEAM

TOP AND BOTTOM REINFORCEMENT
BY REGISTERED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
Closed tie anchor reinforcement is critical to maintain the integrity

of the reinforced core where the anchor is located. Testing with
u-stirrups that did not include complete closed ties showed
premature splitting failure of the grade beam.
3
SSW1.1
GRADE BEAM SHEAR TIE

REINFORCEMENT BY REGISTERED
DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
5" MAX
5" MAX
EQ.EQ.EQ.
EQ.EQ.EQ.
10" MAX
10" MAX
4
SSW1.1
CLOSED TIE
ANCHOR REINFORCEMENT
PER TABLE
1
SSW1.1
GRADE BEAM
AT Anchorage
18", 21" ANDDetail
24" WALL MODELS
SSWELEVATION
Grade Beam
See page 74 for additional grade beam anchor

reinforcement details and requirements
Steel Strong-Wall Grade Beam Anchorage Solutions

Steel Strong-Wall Model
SSW12
Anchor Bolt
Model No.
Anchor Diameter
(in.)
SSWAB3/4
3/4
SSW15
SSW18
SSW21
SSWAB1
Anchor Reinforcement for Wind and Seismic

Standard-Strength
SSWAB
Standard-Strength
SSWAB
High-Strength
SSWABHS
2- #4 Closed Ties / Wall
16000
23000
36000
44000
48000
61000
2- #4 Closed Ties / Anchor
4- #4 Closed Ties / Anchor
59000
77000
71000
87000
SSW24
1. Anchor reinforcement conforms to ACI 318-11, section D.5.2.9 and performance
was validated through full scale testing.
2. Minimum concrete compressive strength, f'c = 2500 psi.
3. Closed tie anchor reinforcement to be ASTM A615 Grade 60 (min.) #4 rebar.
4. Grade beam longitudinal and tie reinforcement shall be specified by the registered
design professional for flexure and shear loading. Design should consider project
specific design loads and allowable soil pressure.
5. Simpson Strong-Tie recommends using the tabulated minimum LRFD-applied
seismic design moment to ensure grade-beam design flexure and shear strength
is adequate to prevent plastic hinge formation under demands associated with
anchorage forces corresponding to ACI 318-11, Section D.3.3.4.3.
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High-Strength
SSWABHS
LRFD Applied Seismic Design

Moment for Grade Beam Design
(ft.-lbs.)
6. Designer may use reduced moment due to applied SSW lateral load. Minimum
moment shall be the lesser of the tabulated moment or the amplified LRFD design
moment for seismic: (ASD Shear/0.7) x o x SSW height for grade beam design.
7. Minimum grade beam design moment for wind and seismic in Seismic Design
Category A and B and detached one- and two-family dwellings in SDC C:
(ASD Shear/0.6) x SSW height.
8. Closed tie may be single piece hoop or two piece assembly with a u-stirrup with
135 degree hooks and a top cross tie cap.
9. Closed tie anchor reinforcement quantity is per wall for the 12" and 15" wall
models, and per anchor for the 18", 21" and 24" models.
Steel Strong-Wall
Simpson Strong-Tie now provides grade beam anchorage

solutions for the Steel Strong-Wall, which have been calculated
to conform to ACI 318-11, Appendix D. Through funding from the
Structural Engineers Association of Northern California, initial testing
at Scientific Construction Laboratories Inc. confirmed the need to
comply with Appendix D requirements to prevent plastic hinging
at anchor locations (D.3.3.2). Follow-on testing at the Simpson
Strong-Tie Tyrell Gilb Research Laboratory was then used to confirm
these findings and validate performance. The testing consisted
of specimens with closed tie anchor reinforcement, non-closed
u-stirrups and control specimens without anchor reinforcement.
Flexural and shear reinforcement were designed to resist Appendix
D amplified anchorage forces and compared to test beams
designed for non-amplified strength level forces. The test program
has proven the performance of the anchor reinforcement details
developed by Simpson Strong-Tie.
Anchor Bolt Templates

Simpson Strong-Tie now offers anchor bolt stabilizers that may be used with all anchor
template models. The bolt stabilizer enables the Steel Strong-Wall anchorage to be installed
without being tied to the footing rebar cage by helping to eliminate movement of the anchor
bolts during concrete placement. Two bolt stabilizers are used for each SSW anchor assembly;
one at the embedded plate washer and the other above the template. Half-inch diameter dowels
(not supplied) are then driven down through the bolt stabilizers and into the ground to ensure
plumb installation of the anchors and prevent movement during concrete placement. Immediately
following concrete placement, the dowels are removed and reused in other locations.
Steel Strong-Wall Anchor Bolt Templates

installation is provided with each SSWAB.
It may also be used for SSW installation.
3"
Width
(in.)
Anchor Bolt
Stabilizer
Model
Steel Strong-Wall Template Model

Reversible
Panel Form
Brick Ledge Extended Leg
SSW12
12
SSWBS12
SSWT12
SSWTPF12
SSWTBL12
SSWTEL12
SSW15
15
SSWBS15
SSWT15
SSWTPF15
SSWTBL15
SSWTEL15
SSW18
18
SSWBS18
SSWT18
SSWTPF18
SSWTBL18
SSWTEL18
SSW21
21
SSWBS21
SSWT21
SSWTPF21
SSWTBL21
SSWTEL21
SSW24
24
SSWBS24
SSWT24
SSWTPF24
SSWTBL24
SSWTEL24
1. The height of the garage curb above the garage slab is critical for rough header opening at garage return walls.
2. See Garage Header Rough Opening Height table on page 16.
3. Templates are recommended and are required in some jurisdictions.
4. Foundation design by Designer.
5. Reversible, panel form and bridge ledge templates are the same for 4" or 6" thick walls.
3"
1 1/2"
Anchor Bolt Height
Steel Strong-Wall
Steel
Strong-Wall
Model
*SSWT templates are reversible.

Use the same template for
interior or exterior applications.
SSWTPF
Top of
concrete
(Panel form)
U.S. Patent
7,445,192
SSWT Exterior Installation*

(May be used for steel form systems)
U.S. Patent 7,445,192
SSWTBL
(Brick ledge)
U.S. Patent
7,445,192
SSWTEL with Anchor Bolt Stabilizers

(Extended Leg)
Allows for placement of Steel Strong-Wall flush
with inside face of 2x6 framed exterior wall
U.S. Patent 7,445,192
SSWT Interior*
Installation
U.S. Patent 7,445,192
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Strong-Wall SB
Simpson Strong-Tie has
introduced a customizable option
to its Strong-Wall product line.
The Strong-Wall SB shearwall
delivers greater lateral-forceresistance performance than
most comparable wood
shearwalls while providing
installers the ability to field-trim
the shearwall for customized
Code Listed New ICC-ES ESR-2652

and City of L.A. RR-25730 evaluated to
the 2012 IRC/IBC
Field Adjustable Can be field trimmed
and drilled
Stronger Wall Narrow panel widths have
significantly higher allowable loads than the
original Wood Strong-Wall
More Applications Suitable for residential,
multi-family, and light-frame commercial
construction and in balloon framing
applications up to 20 ft.
Easy to Install Reusable templates locate
the required holdown anchor bolts accurately
in the foundation
Support and Service Simpson Strong-Tie
provides unmatched engineering technical
support and experienced field representation
36
Strong-Wall SB
heights and rake walls.
Strong-Wall SB Shearwalls
Strong-Wall SB Shearwall Applications
Two-Story
Stacked
Application
BalloonFraming
Application
Strong-Wall SB
Portal
Application
Standard
Application
Product Storage
Protect product from sun and water
Standard and
Balloon-Framing
Applications
Narrow wall spaces
Wall heights up to 20'
Portal Applications
Narrow wall spaces
Garages
Large windows and doors
Increased capacities when
used in a portal
Two-Story Stacked Application

Narrow wall spaces
Multi-story installation kit (MSK)
required (order separately)
Total assembled heights up to 24'
CAUTION:
Wrap is slippery when wet or icy
Use support blocks at 10' on-center to
keep bundles out of mud and water
37
Standard and Balloon Framing on Concrete Foundations

Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Wall SB shearwalls combine design flexibility with
performance. Field trimmable they can be customized to accommodate varying heights
or rake walls. They are evaluated to the 2012 IRC/IBC and are listed by ICC-ES in
ESR-2652 and the City of LA in RR25730.
Shearwall Naming Legend
SWSB18x8-93.25
Strong-Wall SB
Installation
All panels may be field trimmed to a minimum of 74". Trim height from top
of panel only, do not trim from sides or bottom. Drilling holes in the
Strong-Wall SB is not allowed except as shown on page 93.
Prior to placing adjacent studs or panels, tighten the slotted holdown nuts.
Minimum clearance of 1" from panel edge is required to access nuts.
For holdowns, per ASTM standards, anchor bolt nuts should be finger-tight
plus 1/8 turn with a hand wrench. An impact wrench should not be used.
Maximum shim thickness between the Strong-Wall SB and top plates or
header is 7/8" using Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive "x6" SDS
Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
Walls may also be used in 2x6 wall framing. Install the panel flush to
the outside face of the framing and add furring to the opposite side.
Panels over 18' tall require (1) full-height 2x6 stud each side attached
with 10d commons at 16" o.c.
Supplemental bearing plates are available to increase design values.
Use in engineered applications when specified by the designer.
See ICC-ES ESR-2652 for allowable load tables.
Codes: ICC-ES ESR-2652, City of L.A. RR25730
Strong-Wall SB
Shearwall
Width
(in.)
Nominal
Height
(ft.)
Actual
Height
(in.)
Supplemental
Bearing Plate
SWSB
Model
Bearing
Plate
SWSB12
SWSB-CBP4
SWSB18
SWSB-CBP4
SWSB24
SWSB-CBP6
1. SWSB-CBP4 is 3/8" x 3" x 4",

SWSB-CBP6 is 3/8" x 3" x 6".
See Detail 4/SWSB2
on page 91 for
spacing requirements
Attaches to header
or top plates
1/4"x6 3/4 SDS Heavy-Duty
Connector screws (provided)
installed from the front and back
Optional
wood shim
Max 7/8"
wood shim
as required
Precut chase
for wiring and
openings for
plumbing and
electrical
Standard Top Connection

Also applicable for portal applications
with a header, see page 99 detail 3/SWSB4
"x6" SDS Heavy-Duty

Connector screws (provided)
installed from top. See
page 91 for Detail 4/SWSB2
for spacing requirements
Slotted
hex nut
Structural
Washer
SWSB-AB
Form-mounted
templates enable
precise anchor
bolt placement
before the pour
38
Max 7/8" wood

shim as
required
Foundation design (size and

reinforcement) by Designer
Alternate Top Connection
U.S. Patent 7,712,282
Applicable for standard applications only
Field trimmable and drillable
Model
No.
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
Quantity
Dia. (in.)
Number
of Screws in
Top of Wall
Anchor Bolts
Total
Wall Weight
(lbs.)
SWSB12x7
12
78
78
100
SWSB18x7
18
78
78
145
SWSB12x7.5
12
8512
78
110
SWSB18x7.5
18
8512
78
155
SWSB12x8
12
9314
78
115
SWSB18x8
18
9314
78
165
SWSB24x8
24
9314
12
220
SWSB12x9
12
10514
78
125
SWSB18x9
18
10514
78
180
SWSB24x9
24
10514
12
240
SWSB12x10
12
11714
78
135
SWSB18x10
18
11714
78
200
SWSB24x10
24
11714
12
265
SWSB12x11
12
12914
78
150
SWSB18x11
18
12914
78
215
SWSB24x11
24
12914
12
290
SWSB12x12
12
14114
78
160
SWSB18x12
18
14114
78
235
SWSB24x12
24
14114
12
315
SWSB18x13
18
15314
78
250
SWSB24x13
24
15314
12
340
SWSB18x20
18
240
78
385
SWSB24x20
24
240
12
515
1. For heights not listed, order the next tallest panel and trim to fit. Minimum trimmed height for all panels is 7412".
2. All panels come with two pre-attached holdowns, two slotted hex nuts, two flat washers, SDS 14" x 634" screws
(in quantities indicated in Table), and installation instructions.
3. All panels are 312" thick.
SDS 1/4" x 6 3/4"

provided with
SWSB
Simpson Strong
Tie LTP4 or A35
framing angles
Full length stud
each side
Strong-Wall SB
Rake Wall Application

For slopes up to 12:12
See Detail 5/SWSB2 on page 92
Strong-Wall SB
Strong-Wall SB Shearwall Product Data
Verify panel is plumb. Use metal

shims (Model No. SWSB-CS1)
at the base if required
Strong-Wall SB
Shearwall
Place Strong-Wall SB shearwall

over the anchor bolts and secure
with slotted hex nuts (provided).
Nuts should be finger-tight plus
1/8 turn. Do not use an impact
wrench.
1 5/16" wrench required for 7/8" nut
1 1/2" wrench required for 1" nut
SWSB-AB
First-Story Wood Floor System Installation

Specify panel height from the top of the foundation
to the bottom of the top plate or beam

reinforcement) by Designer
39

2,500 psi Concrete
Model
No.8
SWSB24x7
SWSB12x8
SWSB18x8
Strong-Wall SB
SWSB24x8
SWSB12x9
SWSB18x9
SWSB24x9
SWSB12x10
SWSB18x10
SWSB24x10
SWSB12x11
SWSB18x11
SWSB24x11
40
3,000 psi Concrete

Wind
Seismic
Wind
Allow.
Vertical
Anchor
Anchor
Anchor
Anchor
Load, P Allowable Drift at Tension at Allowable Drift at Tension at Allowable Drift at Tension at Allowable Drift at Tension at
ASD
Shear
Allowable
ASD
Shear
Allowable
ASD
Shear
Allowable
ASD
Shear
Allowable
(lbs.)
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Shear, T
Shear, T
Shear, T
Shear, T
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
4000
5150
0.29
20800
5200
0.30
21000
5150
0.29
20800
5200
0.30
21000
6000
5150
0.29
20800
5182
0.29
20930
5150
0.29
20800
5200
0.30
21000
8000
5150
0.29
20800
4935
0.28
19930
5150
0.29
20800
5200
0.30
21000
4500
905
0.38
9715
995
0.43
10680
905
0.38
9715
995
0.43
10680
2215
0.37
14185
2293
0.41
14685
2215
0.37
14185
2435
0.44
15590
2000
2215
0.37
14185
2137
0.39
13685
2215
0.37
14185
2435
0.44
15590
14970
4000
2215
0.37
14185
1981
0.36
12685
2215
0.37
14185
2338
0.42
6000
2152
0.36
13780
1825
0.33
11685
2215
0.37
14185
2182
0.39
13970
8000
1996
0.33
12780
1669
0.30
10685
2215
0.37
14185
2025
0.37
12965
4435
0.37
21415
4880
0.42
23565
4435
0.37
21415
4880
0.42
23565
23565
2000
4435
0.37
21415
4749
0.41
22930
4435
0.37
21415
4880
0.42
4000
4435
0.37
21415
4542
0.39
21930
4435
0.37
21415
4880
0.42
23565
6000
4435
0.37
21415
4335
0.37
20930
4435
0.37
21415
4880
0.42
23565
8000
4435
0.37
21415
4128
0.35
19930
4435
0.37
21415
4880
0.42
23565
4500
790
0.43
9570
890
0.48
10780
790
0.43
9570
890
0.48
10780
1905
0.43
13770
2032
0.50
14685
1905
0.43
13770
2090
0.51
15105
1000
1905
0.43
13770
1963
0.48
14190
1905
0.43
13770
2090
0.51
15105
2000
1905
0.43
13770
1893
0.46
13680
1905
0.43
13770
2090
0.51
15105
4000
1905
0.43
13770
1755
0.43
12685
1905
0.43
13770
2071
0.51
14970
6000
1905
0.43
13770
1617
0.39
11685
1905
0.43
13770
1933
0.47
13970
8000
1769
0.40
12785
1478
0.36
10680
1905
0.43
13770
1794
0.44
12965
3905
0.42
21280
4295
0.47
23405
3905
0.42
21280
4295
0.47
23405
2000
3905
0.42
21280
4208
0.46
22935
3905
0.42
21280
4295
0.47
23405
4000
3905
0.42
21280
4024
0.44
21930
3905
0.42
21280
4295
0.47
23405
6000
3905
0.42
21280
3841
0.42
20935
3905
0.42
21280
4295
0.47
23405
8000
3905
0.42
21280
3657
0.40
19930
3905
0.42
21280
4295
0.47
23405
4500
605
0.49
8165
665
0.54
8975
605
0.49
8165
665
0.54
8975
1725
0.48
13890
1824
0.55
14685
1725
0.48
13890
1895
0.57
15260
1000
1725
0.48
13890
1762
0.53
14185
1725
0.48
13890
1895
0.57
15260
2000
1725
0.48
13890
1700
0.51
13690
1725
0.48
13890
1895
0.57
15260
4000
1725
0.48
13890
1575
0.47
12680
1725
0.48
13890
1859
0.56
14970
6000
1712
0.48
13785
1451
0.44
11685
1725
0.48
13890
1735
0.52
13970
8000
1588
0.44
12785
1327
0.40
10685
1725
0.48
13890
1611
0.48
12970
3325
0.47
20185
3660
0.53
22220
3325
0.47
20185
3660
0.53
22220
2000
3325
0.47
20185
3660
0.53
22220
3325
0.47
20185
3660
0.53
22220
4000
3325
0.47
20185
3612
0.52
21930
3325
0.47
20185
3660
0.53
22220
6000
3325
0.47
20185
3448
0.50
20935
3325
0.47
20185
3660
0.53
22220
8000
3325
0.47
20185
3283
0.48
19930
3325
0.47
20185
3660
0.53
22220
4500
545
0.54
8110
600
0.60
8925
545
0.54
8110
600
0.60
8925
1530
0.53
13580
1654
0.63
14680
1530
0.53
13580
1685
0.64
14955
1000
1530
0.53
13580
1598
0.61
14185
1530
0.53
13580
1685
0.64
14955
2000
1530
0.53
13580
1542
0.59
13685
1530
0.53
13580
1685
0.64
14955
4000
1530
0.53
13580
1429
0.54
12685
1530
0.53
13580
1685
0.64
14955
6000
1530
0.53
13580
1316
0.50
11680
1530
0.53
13580
1574
0.60
13970
8000
1440
0.50
12780
1204
0.46
10685
1530
0.53
13580
1461
0.56
12965
2000
3010
0.52
20145
3315
0.59
22185
3010
0.52
20145
3315
0.59
22185
4000
3010
0.52
20145
3277
0.58
21930
3010
0.52
20145
3315
0.59
22185
6000
3010
0.52
20145
3127
0.55
20930
3010
0.52
20145
3315
0.59
22185
8000
3010
0.52
20145
2978
0.53
19930
3010
0.52
20145
3315
0.59
22185
See footnotes on page 41.
Seismic

2500 psi Concrete
3000 psi Concrete
Model
No.8
SWSB12x12
SWSB18x12
SWSB24x12
SWSB18x13
SWSB24x13
Wind
Seismic
Wind
Allow.
Vertical
Anchor
Anchor
Anchor
Anchor
Load, P Allowable Drift at Tension at Allowable Drift at Tension at Allowable Drift at Tension at Allowable Drift at Tension at
ASD
Shear
Allowable
ASD
Shear
Allowable
ASD
Shear
Allowable
ASD
Shear
Allowable
(lbs.)
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Shear, T
Shear, T
Shear, T
Shear, T
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
4500
485
0.59
7885
535
0.65
8700
485
0.59
7885
535
0.65
8700
1340
0.59
12995
1475
0.70
14305
1340
0.59
12995
1475
0.70
14305
2000
1340
0.59
12995
1411
0.67
13685
1340
0.59
12995
1475
0.70
14305
4000
1340
0.59
12995
1308
0.62
12685
1340
0.59
12995
1475
0.70
14305
6000
1340
0.59
12995
1205
0.57
11690
1340
0.59
12995
1440
0.68
13965
8000
1318
0.58
12785
1102
0.52
10690
1340
0.59
12995
1337
0.63
12970
4000
2695
0.57
19710
2965
0.64
21685
2695
0.57
19710
2965
0.64
21685
6000
2695
0.57
19710
2862
0.62
20930
2695
0.57
19710
2965
0.64
21685
8000
2695
0.57
19710
2725
0.59
19930
2695
0.57
19710
2965
0.64
21685
1000
1200
0.64
12630
1320
0.74
13890
1200
0.64
12630
1320
0.74
13890
2000
1200
0.64
12630
1300
0.73
13680
1200
0.64
12630
1320
0.74
13890
3010
1200
0.64
12630
1252
0.70
13175
1200
0.64
12630
1320
0.74
13890
2000
2440
0.63
19360
2685
0.70
21305
2440
0.63
19360
2685
0.70
21305
4000
2440
0.63
19360
2685
0.70
21305
2440
0.63
19360
2685
0.70
21305
4850
2440
0.63
19360
2685
0.70
21305
2440
0.63
19360
2685
0.70
21305
SWSB18x14
3010
1030
0.69
11885
1130
0.78
13035
1030
0.69
11885
1130
0.78
13035
SWSB24x14
4850
2130
0.69
18530
2340
0.77
20355
2130
0.69
18530
2340
0.77
20355
SWSB18x16
3010
770
0.77
10150
845
0.86
11140
770
0.77
10150
845
0.86
11140
SWSB24x16
4850
1650
0.80
16405
1815
0.89
18045
1650
0.80
16405
1815
0.89
18045
SWSB18x18
3010
660
0.87
9790
725
0.97
10755
660
0.87
9790
725
0.97
10755
SWSB24x18
4850
1400
0.90
15660
1540
1.00
17225
1400
0.90
15660
1540
1.00
17225
SWSB18x20
3010
550
0.97
9065
605
1.08
9970
550
0.97
9065
605
1.08
9970
SWSB24x20
4850
1150
1.00
14290
1265
1.11
15720
1150
1.00
14290
1265
1.11
15720
1. Load values include evaluation of bearing stresses on concrete foundation

with compressive strengths (f'c) as listed and do not require further evaluation
by the Designer. For higher load values (on certain models), specify bearing
plates on page 38 and refer to ICC-ES ESR-2652 for loads. For installations
on masonry foundations, bearing capacity shall be evaluated by the Designer.
2. Seismic design based on 2012 IBC using R = 6.5. For other codes, use the
seismic coefficients corresponding to light-frame bearing walls with wood
3. The applied vertical load shall be a concentric point load or a uniformly
distributed load not exceeding the allowable vertical load. Alternatively, the
load may be applied anywhere along the width of the panel if imposed by
a continuous-bearing, vertical-load transfer element, such as a rimboard or
beam. For eccentric, axial loads applied directly to the panel, the allowable
vertical load shall be divided by two.
Strong-Wall SB
Seismic
4. Anchor tension based on design shear may be determined using equation on

page 51.
5. High-strength anchor bolts are required for seismic applications and where
the anchor tension force at wind design shear exceeds the allowable load for
standard strength bolts tabulated on page 51.
6. Allowable shear, drift, and anchor tension values may be interpolated for
intermediate height or vertical loads. For panels trimmed to less than 9314" tall,
use the values for a 9314" panel.
7. All panels taller than 18' require a 2x6 minimum full-height stud attached to each
side. Attach using 10d common nails at 16" o.c.
8. SWSB24x7 must be trimmed from a SWSB24x8 shearwall; 14', 16', and 18' tall
shearwalls are trimmed from a 20' tall shearwall.
Strong-Wall SB Shearwall Allowable Out-of-Plane Lateral Loads (PSF)

Panel
Attachment
SWSB
Width
(in.)
12
N/A
N/A
305
210
150
Double Top Plate
18
N/A
N/A
300
210
150
24
N/A
N/A
300
210
150
12
275
255
230
205
Header

7
10
11
12
13
14
16
18
20
110
85
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
110
85
65
50
35
25
15
110
85
65
50
35
25
15
150
110
85
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
18
185
170
155
135
125
110
85
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
24
140
125
115
105
90
85
75
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1. Loads shown are at ASD level in pounds per square foot (PSF) of wall with
no further increase allowed.
2. Loads shown for portal applications require use of portal kit to resist
header rotation.
3. Table loads assume a max header depth of 14". Use a load reduction factor of
0.88 and 0.78 for 16" and 18" deep headers, respectively.
4. Loads consider a deflection limit of h/240.

5. Out-of-plane loads act in combination with total vertical load.
6. N/A=Not applicable
41

For product data and naming scheme information, see pages 38 and 39.
Garage Header Rough Opening Height

Model
No.
H Curb
(in.)
Rough Opening
Height (in.)
6'-111
7'-01
7'-1
8'-22
8'-32
SWSB12x7
SWSB18x7
SWSB24x7
SWSB12x7.5
SWSB18x7.5
SWSB24x7.5
Strong-Wall SB
SWSB12x8
SWSB18x8
SWSB24x8
1. If required rough opening height exceeds table value, specify next taller panel
and trim as necessary. The Strong-Wall SB may be trimmed to a minimum
height of 74"
2. Furring down garage header may be required for correct rough opening height.
Shear transfer
by Designer
Simpson Strong-Tie
SWSB-PS straps
Simpson Strong-Tie LSTA12

strap installed each side at
beam to post (1000 lbs. uplift
capacity min.)
Installation
Portal frame connection kit is required for portal frame applications.
All panels may be trimmed to a minimum of 74". Trim height from
top of panel only, do not trim from sides or bottom. Drilling holes in the
Strong-Wall SB is not allowed except as shown on page 93.
Prior to placing adjacent studs or panels, tighten the slotted holdown nuts.
Minimum clearance of 1" from panel edge is required to access nuts.
plus 1/8 turn with a hand wrench. An impact wrench should not be used.
Maximum shim thickness between the Strong-Wall SB and top plates or
header is 7/8" using Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive " x 6" SDS
Heavy-Duty Connector screws installed from front and back of panel.
Walls may also be used in 2x6 wall framing. Install the panel flush to the
outside face of the framing and add furring to the opposite side.
Supplemental bearing plates are available to increase design values.
Use in engineered applications when specified by the designer. See
page 38 for models and ICC-ES ESR-2652 for allowable load tables.
Walls may be installed with solid or multi-ply headers, see page 99
Detail 5/SWSB4 for fastening and furring requirements.
Portal Frame Connection Kit

Model No.
Contents
SWSB-PK
4 (10 Gauge) SWSB-PS Straps
1. Portal frame connection kit comes with panels that are 100" or less in height.
The kit must be ordered separately for panels over 100" tall.
See page 99 Detail 3/SWSB4
for header connection
Verify panel is
plumb. Use metal
shims model
SWSB-CS1 at
base, if required
Header by
Designer- 3 1/8"
min. width
x 9" min
depth
Simpson Strong-Tie
SWSB-PS straps
(16) 10d x 2 3/8"
minimum nails
Align arrows w/bottom
of header
Solid sawn or structural

composite lumber column
(3" x 3" minimum) per the
Designer of record. Trim as
required
Header
Rough
opening
height
Portal straps "

from edge both
sides (4 total)
8' Min.,
18'-6" Max.
Simpson Strong-Tie
STHD10 holdown
(1000 lbs. uplift
capacity min.)
1/2"
Strong-Wall SB
Shearwall
H
Curb
See page 39
for connection to
foundation
Foundation design
by Designer
Single Portal Installation

U.S Patent 7,712,282
42
Max. 7/8"
wood shim
as required
Strong-Wall SB
Shearwall
"x6" SDS HeavyDuty Connector

screws (provided)
installed from the
front and back.
See page 99 Detail
3/SWSB4 for spacing
requirements
The Strong-Wall SB garage portal system provides higher shear

capacity with reduced concrete anchorage requirements. Portal
walls may be used in single- or double-portal applications and shall
be installed with a minimum 3 1/8"x9" single or multiple ply header
depending upon loading and span requirements.

A portal frame under lateral loads causes the portal header to
experience internal stresses in addition to those created by the primary
loads (live, dead and snow). These additional stresses are called
induced forces and must be considered when designing portal headers.
For headers with typical residential uniform loads, the induced moment
and shear forces from a portal frame system do not control the design.
This is due to the 1.60 load duration factor (CD) used in design and the
induced stresses from wind and seismic loads.
The lateral and vertical loads shown on pages 44 and 45 for
portal frames assume that the header size falls within the portal frame
parameters listed below.
Strong-Wall SB Portal
Header Design Parameters
Header Design Parameter
Allowable Range
Width
Depth
Clear Span
K
31/8" - 5"
9" - 18"
8' - 18'-6"
90 lb./in. - 4000 lb./in.
Allowable Secondary Header Forces

In Strong-Wall SB Portal Frame Systems
SWSB Model &
Portal Type
SWSB12
Single Portal
SWSB12
Double Portal
SWSB18
Single Portal
1. Single or multiple-ply header members may be used.

2. Secondary moment, shear and axial forces shall be considered
in header design.
3. Header design shall be by designer and assume gravity loads only induce
simple span moments in beam.
4. Header stiffness (K) for use in SWSB portal system may be determined using
the following equation:
K = (E x b x d3) / 12L3 where:
E = Header modulus of Elasticity (psi)
b = Header width (in.)
d = Header Depth (in.)
L = Header clear span (in.)
SWSB18
Double Portal
Stiffness, K
(lbs./in.)
Bending
Moment
(ft. -lbs.)
Shear
(lbs.)
Axial Load
(lbs.)
90
250
1000
4000
90
250
1000
4000
90
250
1000
4000
90
250
1000
4000
2350
2690
3110
3440
3260
3550
3890
4130
2500
2980
3630
4200
3670
4120
4710
5210
160
250
450
740
430
640
1070
1650
170
270
500
860
470
710
1210
1900
1430
1430
1430
1430
1490
1490
1490
1490
3080
3080
3080
3080
3030
3040
3050
3050
1. The maximum induced bending moment, shear and axial forces shown may
be reduced linearly if the applied lateral shear load is less than the allowable
in-plane shear load listed on pages 44 and 45.
2. The maximum shear and axial load are constant along the length of the
beam member. In a double portal system the moment reduces linearly from
maximum value at the beam ends to zero at the beam mid-span. In a single
portal system the moment reduces linearly from maximum value at the end
with the SWSB to zero at the end with the column.
3. The header member allowable stresses may be increased by 60% (duration
of load factor) in accordance with table 2.3.2 of the NDS when designing the
header member.
Header by Designer. 3 1/8" min. width x 9 1/4" min. depth
Strong-Wall SB
Portal Design Information
Portal straps 12" from edges on both sides

of the panel (4 straps total per panel)
For allowable holes,

see page 93
Header clear span

8' min.
18'-6" max.
Pre-cut chase for

wiring and openings
for plumbing and
electrical chase
Rough
opening
height
Strong-Wall SB
Shearwall
H
Curb
See page 39 for

connection to foundation
reinforcement) by the Designer
Note:
1. Portal installation may use solid or multi-ply
header, see page 99 Detail 5/SWSB4 for
fastening and furring requirements.
2. See page 38 and page 99 Detail
3/SWSB4 for header connection
Double Portal Installation

43

Strong-Wall SB Shearwall Single-Portal Application
2,500 psi Concrete
Model
No.7
SWSB12x7
SWSB18x7
SWSB24x7
SWSB12x7.5
Strong-Wall SB
SWSB18x7.5
SWSB12x8
SWSB18x8
SWSB24x8
SWSB12x9
SWSB18x9
SWSB24x9
3,000 psi Concrete
Wind
Allow.
Anchor Allowable Drift at
Anchor
Vertical Allowable Drift at
Load, P ASD Shear Allowable Tension at ASD Shear Allowable Tension at ASD Shear Allowable Tension at ASD Shear Allowable Tension at
(lbs.)
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Shear, T
Shear, T
Shear, T
Shear, T
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
4000
6000
8000
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
1300
2800
2800
2800
2800
2652
5150
5150
5150
1200
2625
2625
2625
2608
2419
1100
2450
2450
2450
2392
2218
4435
4435
4435
4435
4435
790
1905
1905
1905
1905
1769
3905
3905
3905
3905
3905
0.27
0.31
0.31
0.31
0.31
0.29
0.29
0.29
0.29
0.31
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.30
0.35
0.36
0.36
0.36
0.35
0.33
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.40
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.42
Wind
9340
13500
13500
13500
13500
12785
20800
20800
20800
9450
13870
13870
13870
13780
12780
9445
14120
14120
14120
13785
12785
21415
21415
21415
21415
21415
9570
13770
13770
13770
13770
12785
21280
21280
21280
21280
21280
1430
3046
2839
2631
2424
2216
5200
5182
4935
1320
2779
2590
2400
2211
2022
1210
2548
2375
2201
2027
1854
4880
4749
4542
4335
4128
882
2032
1893
1755
1617
1478
4295
4208
4024
3841
3657
0.33
0.36
0.33
0.31
0.28
0.26
0.30
0.30
0.28
0.38
0.39
0.36
0.33
0.31
0.28
0.42
0.41
0.38
0.35
0.32
0.30
0.42
0.41
0.39
0.37
0.36
0.48
0.50
0.46
0.43
0.39
0.36
0.47
0.46
0.44
0.42
0.40
1. Load values include evaluation of bearing stresses on concrete foundation with

compressive strengths (f'c) as listed and do not require further evaluation by
the Designer. For higher load values (on certain models), specify bearing plates
on page 38 and refer to ICC-ES ESR-2652 for loads. For installations on
masonry foundations, bearing capacity shall be evaluated by the Designer.
a continuous bearing vertical load transfer element, such as a rim board or
beam. For eccentric axial loads applied directly to the panel, the allowable
44
Seismic
10270
14685
13685
12685
11685
10680
21000
20930
19930
10395
14685
13685
12680
11685
10685
10390
14685
13685
12685
11680
10685
23565
22930
21930
20930
19930
10685
14685
13680
12685
11685
10680
23405
22935
21930
20935
19930
1300
2800
2800
2800
2800
2800
5150
5150
5150
1200
2625
2625
2625
2625
2625
1100
2450
2450
2450
2450
2450
4435
4435
4435
4435
4435
790
1905
1905
1905
1905
1905
3905
3905
3905
3905
3905
0.27
0.31
0.31
0.31
0.31
0.31
0.29
0.29
0.29
0.31
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.35
0.36
0.36
0.36
0.36
0.36
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.42
9340
13500
13500
13500
13500
13500
20800
20800
20800
9450
13870
13870
13870
13870
13870
9445
14120
14120
14120
14120
14120
21415
21415
21415
21415
21415
9570
13770
13770
13770
13770
13770
21280
21280
21280
21280
21280
1430
3080
3080
3080
2898
2690
5200
5200
5200
1320
2885
2885
2833
2644
2454
1210
2695
2695
2597
2424
2250
4880
4880
4880
4880
4880
890
2090
2090
2071
1933
1794
4295
4295
4295
4295
4295
0.33
0.36
0.36
0.36
0.34
0.31
0.30
0.30
0.30
0.38
0.40
0.40
0.39
0.37
0.34
0.42
0.43
0.43
0.41
0.39
0.36
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.48
0.51
0.51
0.51
0.47
0.44
0.47
0.47
0.47
0.47
0.47
10270
14845
14845
14845
13970
12965
21000
21000
21000
10395
15245
15245
14970
13970
12965
10390
15530
15530
14965
13970
12965
23565
23565
23565
23565
23565
10780
15105
15105
14970
13970
12965
23405
23405
23405
23405
23405

page 51.
intermediate height or vertical loads. For panels trimmed to less than 78" tall,
use the values for a 78" panel.
7. SWSB24x7 must be trimmed from a SWSB24x8.
Seismic

Strong-Wall SB Shearwall Double-Portal Application
2,500 psi Concrete
Model
No.7
SWSB12x7
SWSB18x7
SWSB24x7
SWSB12x7.5
SWSB18x7.5
SWSB12x8
SWSB18x8
SWSB24x8
SWSB12x9
SWSB18x9
SWSB24x9
3,000 psi Concrete
Wind
Allow.
Anchor
Vertical Allowable Drift at
Load, P ASD Shear Allowable Tension at ASD Shear Allowable Tension at ASD Shear Allowable Tension at ASD Shear Allowable Tension at
(lbs.)
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Load, V
Shear, Allowable
Shear, T
Shear, T
Shear, T
Shear, T
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
6000
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
8000
6000
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
6000
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
2000
4000
6000
8000
6000
8000
0
2000
4000
6000
8000
2000
4000
6000
8000
2730
2730
5600
5600
5600
5600
5303
10300
2520
2520
5380
5380
5380
5217
4838
2310
2310
5150
5150
5130
4783
4436
8870
8870
8870
8870
1580
1580
3810
3810
3810
3810
3537
7810
7810
7810
7810
0.29
0.29
0.30
0.30
0.30
0.30
0.28
0.29
0.32
0.32
0.34
0.34
0.34
0.33
0.31
0.35
0.35
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.34
0.32
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.40
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.42
Wind
9805
9805
13500
13500
13500
13500
12780
20800
9920
9920
14215
14215
14215
13785
12780
9920
9920
14840
14840
14780
13780
12785
21415
21415
21415
21415
9570
9570
13770
13770
13770
13770
12780
21280
21280
21280
21280
3000
2975
6092
5677
5263
4848
4433
10400
2770
2714
5558
5179
4801
4422
4044
2540
2489
5096
4749
4402
4055
3708
9760
9672
9231
8790
1780
1764
4064
3787
3510
3233
2957
8590
8569
8178
7788
0.31
0.31
0.33
0.30
0.28
0.26
0.24
0.30
0.35
0.34
0.35
0.32
0.30
0.28
0.25
0.39
0.38
0.36
0.34
0.31
0.29
0.26
0.42
0.42
0.40
0.38
0.48
0.48
0.50
0.46
0.43
0.39
0.36
0.47
0.47
0.45
0.43

compressive strengths (f'c) as listed and do not require further evaluation by
the Designer. For higher load values (on certain models), specify bearing plates
on page 38 and refer to ICC-ES ESR-2652 for loads. For installations on
masonry foundations, bearing capacity shall be evaluated by the Designer.
a continuous bearing vertical load transfer element, such as a rim board or
beam. For eccentric axial loads applied directly to the panel, the allowable
Seismic
10775
10685
14685
13685
12685
11685
10685
21000
10905
10685
14685
13685
12685
11685
10685
10905
10685
14685
13685
12685
11685
10685
23565
23350
22285
21220
10780
10685
14685
13685
12685
11685
10685
23405
23350
22285
21220
2730
2730
5600
5600
5600
5600
5600
10300
2520
2520
5380
5380
5380
5380
5380
2310
2310
5150
5150
5150
5150
5150
8870
8870
8870
8870
1580
1580
3810
3810
3810
3810
3810
7810
7810
7810
7810
0.29
0.29
0.30
0.30
0.30
0.30
0.30
0.29
0.32
0.32
0.34
0.34
0.34
0.34
0.34
0.35
0.35
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.37
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.43
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.42
9805
9805
13500
13500
13500
13500
13500
20800
9920
9920
14215
14215
14215
14215
14215
9920
9920
14840
14840
14840
14840
14840
21415
21415
21415
21415
9570
9570
13770
13770
13770
13770
13770
21280
21280
21280
21280
3000
3000
6160
6160
6160
5796
5381
10400
2770
2770
5910
5910
5666
5287
4909
2540
2540
5665
5542
5195
4848
4501
9760
9760
9760
9760
1780
1780
4180
4180
4142
3866
3589
8590
8590
8590
8590
0.31
0.31
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.31
0.29
0.30
0.35
0.35
0.37
0.37
0.35
0.33
0.31
0.39
0.39
0.40
0.39
0.37
0.34
0.32
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.42
0.48
0.48
0.51
0.51
0.51
0.47
0.44
0.47
0.47
0.47
0.47
10775
10775
14845
14845
14845
13970
12970
21000
10905
10905
15615
15615
14970
13970
12970
10905
10905
16325
15970
14970
13970
12970
23565
23565
23565
23565
10780
10780
15105
15105
14970
13970
12970
23405
23405
23405
23405
Strong-Wall SB
Seismic

page 51.
intermediate height or vertical loads. For shearwalls trimmed to less than 78"
tall, use the values for a 78" shearwall.
7. SWSB24x7 must be trimmed from a SWSB24x8.
8. Allowable shear and drift values are for the double-wall portal assembly.
Allowable axial and anchor tension values are per panel.
45

The same Strong-Wall SB models used for standard applications on
concrete may be used in stacked wall applications. To optimize design
and provide the most cost-effective solution, the second story panel
may be the same width or narrower. See Product data tables below for
models that may be used in this application.
For product naming scheme information, see page 38.
Model No.
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
SWSB12x9
SWSB18x9
SWSB24x9
SWSB18x10
SWSB24x10
SWSB18x11
SWSB24x11
SWSB18x12
SWSB24x12
12
18
24
18
24
18
24
18
24
105
105
105
117
117
129
129
141
141
Number of
Screws in
Top of Wall
6
8
12
8
12
8
12
8
12
Total Wall
Weight (lbs.)
125
180
240
200
265
215
290
235
315
1. Order SWSB-MSKXX separately for two-story stacked applications.

2. See product data table on page 39 for footnotes.
Two-Story Stacked SWSB Product Data

Bottom Wall
Model No.
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
SWSB18x8
SWSB24x8
SWSB18x9
SWSB24x9
SWSB18x10
SWSB24x10
SWSB18x11
SWSB24x11
SWSB18x12
SWSB24x12
18
24
18
24
18
24
18
24
18
24
93
93
105
105
117
117
129
129
141
141
Anchor
Bolts
Qty. Dia.
(in.)
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Number of
Screws in
Top of Wall
Total Wall
Weight
(lbs.)
8
12
8
12
8
12
8
12
8
12
165
220
180
240
200
265
215
290
235
315
7/8
1
7/8
1
7/8
1
7/8
1
7/8
1
1. See product data table on page 39 for footnotes.
Multi-Story Connection Kit

Model No.
SWSB-MSK12
SWSB-MSK18
SWSB-MSK24
Contents
(2) Holdowns with pre-attached bolts
(1) LSL bearing block
Installation instructions
1. Install second story panel using nuts and washers provided with the panel.
2. Order Model No. that corresponds to second-story panel.
46

Strong-Wall SB
Two-Story Stacked SWSB Product Data

Upper Wall

Installation
See page 91
Detail 4/SWSB2 for
top-plate connection.
All panels may be trimmed to a minimum of 74". Trim

height from top of panel only, do not trim from sides
or bottom. Drilling holes in the Strong-Wall SB is not
allowed except as shown on page 93.
Prior to placing adjacent studs or panels, tighten the slotted
holdown nuts. Minimum clearance of 1" from panel
edge is required to access nuts.
For holdowns, per ASTM standards, anchor bolt nuts
should be finger-tight plus 1/8 turn with a hand wrench.
An impact wrench should not be used.
Maximum shim thickness between the Strong-Wall
SB and top plates or header is 7/8" using Simpson
Strong-Tie Strong-Drive "x6" SDS Heavy-Duty
Connector screws.
Second-story panel
height includes wall
height plus total floor
height, see Detail
2/SWSB3 on page 94.
Walls may also be used in 2x6 wall framing. Install the

panel flush to the outside face of the framing and add
furring to the opposite side.
The second-story panel must be the same width or
narrower than the first-floor panel.
When specifying the height of the second floor panels,

add the total floor height, including sheathing, to the wall
height, then subtract 2". See h3 definition on page 49.
Strong-Wall SB
2x6 Framing Installation

With 2x6 framing, cut slots (" wide
maximum) in the top plates to allow
holdowns to pass through. Do not
notch the double top plates.
Use MSK connection

kit to attach upper
panel to lower panel
MSK holdown installs
with 10dx2 3/8" min.
nails (fill all holes)
with Wood Floor System
Specify panel height from the top of the foundation
to the bottom of top plates
See page 39
for connection
to foundation.
Align LSL bearing

block over first-story
panel
1ST-STORY INSTALLATION
WITH WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM
See Detail 4/SWSB3

on page 96 for top
plate connection
SWSB-AB

47

Strong-Wall SB Shearwall Second-Story Walls Stacked Application on Concrete Foundation
Model
No.
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
SWSB12x9
SWSB18x9
SWSB24x9
SWSB18x10
SWSB24x10
SWSB18x11
SWSB24x11
SWSB18x12
SWSB24x12
12
18
24
18
24
18
24
18
24
10514
10514
10514
11714
11714
12914
12914
14114
14114
Seismic
Allow.
Vertical Load, P Allowable ASD Shear
Drift at Allowable
(lbs.)
Load, V (lbs.)
Shear, (in.)
2000
500
0.44
2000
1225
0.42
2000
2165
0.41
2000
1125
0.47
2000
1990
0.46
2000
1020
0.52
2000
1815
0.51
2000
920
0.57
2000
1640
0.57
2. Allowable shear and drift values may be interpolated for intermediate heights.
Minimum second-story SWSB height is 10514".
Wind
Allowable ASD Shear
Load, V (lbs.)
550
1345
2380
1235
2190
1120
1995
1010
1805
Drift at Allowable
Shear, (in.)
0.50
0.48
0.46
0.53
0.52
0.59
0.59
0.64
0.65

load may be applied anywhere along the width of the panel if imposed by a
continuous bearing vertical load transfer element, such as a rim board or beam.
For eccentric axial loads applied directly to the panel, the allowable vertical load
shall be divided by two.
Model
No.
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
Allow.
Vertical Load, P
(lbs.)
Kx109
(lb-in.2)
Seismic
Allowable ASD Shear Load,
V (lbs.)
Wind
Allowable ASD Shear Load,
V (lbs.)
SWSB18x8
SWSB24x8
SWSB18x9
SWSB24x9
SWSB18x10
SWSB24x10
SWSB18x11
SWSB24x11
SWSB18x12
SWSB24x12
18
24
18
24
18
24
18
24
18
24
9314
9314
10514
10514
11714
11714
12914
12914
14114
14114
4000
4000
4000
4000
4000
4000
4000
4000
4000
4000
9.7
19.4
10.3
21.5
11.6
22.6
12.5
24.8
12.8
26.5
2215
4435
1905
3905
1725
3325
1530
3010
1340
2695
2435
4880
2090
4295
1895
3660
1685
3315
1475
2965
1. Allowable shear values may be interpolated for intermediate heights. Minimum

first-story SWSB height is 9314".
2. The maximum allowable vertical load is 2,000 lbs. for the second-story panel and
4,000 for the first-story panel for a total vertical load of 6,000 lbs. in combination
with the allowable shear.
load may be applied anywhere along the width of the panel if imposed by a
continuous bearing vertical load transfer element, such as a rim board or beam.
For eccentric axial loads applied directly to the panel, the allowable vertical load
shall be divided by two.
4. First-floor panel drift must comply with code drift limits. Calculate the drift using
the equation shown on page 49.
Strong-Wall SB Shearwall
Maximum Allowable Overturning Base Moment
First-Floor
SWSB
Width
(in.)
18
24
2,500 psi Concrete
216115
14840
213845
14685
216115
14840
237740
16325
2000
216115
14840
199280
13685
216115
14840
232555
15970
4000
215270
14780
184715
12685
216115
14840
217995
14970
6000
200705
13780
170155
11685
216115
14840
203430
13970
413590
11190
455015
11075
413590
11190
455015
12310
2000
413590
11190
442845
10320
413590
11190
455015
12040
4000
413590
11145
423535
9565
413590
11190
455015
11290
6000
413590
10390
404220
8810
413590
11190
455015
10535

compressive strengths (fc) as listed and do not require further evaluation by the
Designer. For higher load values (on certain models), specify bearing plates on
page 38 and refer to ICC-ES ESR-2652 for loads. For installations on masonry
foundations, bearing capacity shall be evaluated by the Designer.
48
3,000 psi Concrete
Seismic
Wind
Seismic
Wind
Allow.
Vertical
Allowable
ASD
Anchor
Tension
Allowable
ASD
Anchor
Tension
Allowable
ASD
Anchor
Tension
Allowable
ASD
Anchor Tension
Load, P (lbs.)
Base Moment at Allow. Base Base Moment at Allow. Base Base Moment at Allow. Base Base Moment at Allow. Base
(lb.-in.)
Mom. (lbs.)
(lb.-in.)
Mom. (lbs.)
(lb.-in.)
Mom. (lbs.)
(lb.-in.)
Mom. (lbs.)
3. The designer must verify that the cumulative overturning moment at the
base of the first-story Strong-Wall SB does not exceed the allowable base
moment capacity. See design example on page 49 for example.
4. Anchor tension based on overturning moment may be determined using equation
on page 51.
6. Values in this table may not be interpolated
Strong-Wall SB
Strong-Wall SB Shearwall First-Story Walls Stacked Application on Concrete Foundation

Designing For Cumulative Overturning
Forces
Design Example
V2=1,000 lbs.
When specifying two-story stacked applications, it is

important to consider cumulative overturning. Analysis
should be performed by following these steps:
1. Analyze the structure to determine the shear forces
at each floor. The detail below illustrates the forces
developed in a two-story stacked application.
SWSB 18x9
h3=103"
2. Select a Strong-Wall SB shearwall for each floor and

verify that the shear capacity of the panel meets or
exceeds what is required.
3. Calculate the systems overturning moment and shear.

4. Compare the required forces to the Strong-Wall SB
shearwall allowable base moment.
h2=213 1/4"
V1=1,200 lbs.
For additional information on cumulative overturning,

see pages 23 and 24.
Drift Equation for First Floor Shearwalls

= h1 (3V2h3 + 2Vbaseh1) where:
K
= deflection at the top of the first-story shearwall (in.)
2
Vbase=2,200 lbs.
h1 = first-story panel height: Top of concrete to

the bottom of the first-story top plates (in.)
h2 = total assembly height: Top of concrete to the

bottom of the second-story top plates (in.)
Given
h3 = second-story panel height (h4 minus 2"):

Top of the LSL bearing block to the bottom of
the second-story top plates (in.)
First-story wall height = 9'; shearwall choice = SWSB 24x9
Seismic, f'c = 2,500 psi
17,639 lbs.
Second-story wall height = 8'; joist height = 11 7/8"; h3 = 103";

shearwall choice = SWSB 18x9
h4 = top of first-story top plates to the bottom of

the second-story top plates (in.)
V1 = applied shear load on first-story shearwall (lbs.)
V2 = applied shear load on second-story shearwall (lbs.)
OM =
339,550
in.-lb.
Elevation of stacked
panels and the structural
forces developed during
lateral events
Vbase = V1 + V2 (lbs.)
Second-story panel shear, V2 = 1,000 lbs.

First-story panel shear, V1 = 1,200 lbs.
Shear at footing, Vbase = 2,200 lbs.
Strong-Wall SB
h1=105 1/4"
SWSB 24x9
Solution
K = from table on page 48 (lb-in2)
1. From the Maximum Allowable Overturning Base Moment

table on page 48, the maximum overturning base moment
(OMmax) is 413,590 in.-lb.
2. Compare the shear at each panel to the maximum allowable shear
for each panel shown in the tables on page 48.
V2
Second-story shearwall: Allowable shear for an

SWSB18x9 =1,225 lbs > 1,000 lbs required. OK.
h4
h3
First-story shearwall: Allowable shear for an

SWSB24x9 =3,905 lbs > 2,200 lbs (1,200 + 1,000 lbs) required.
OK.
3. Calculate the required overturning moment (OM) using the
shear at each floor and the floor heights:
OM = (V2h2) + (V1h1)
OM = (1,000 x 213.25) + (1,200 x 105.25) = 339,550 in.-lb.
V1
h2
h1
Vbase
4. Compare the allowed maximum overturning base moment

(from step 1) to the required overturning moment. If the capacity
is exceeded, consider adding an additional panel to the first floor.
413,590 in.-lb > 339,550 in.-lb required. OK.
5. Verify the drift requirements for the first-story panel. Calculate the
drift using the equation on above, and compare it to the maximum
allowable seismic drift limit.
h
105.25"
Maximum allowable drift =
=
= 0.46"
228.6
228.6
=
(105.25")2
[3(1,000 x 103") + 2(2,200 x 105.25")]
21.5 x 109
= 0.40" < 0.46" OK
49
Anchorage Solutions
SWSB-AB Anchor Bolts
SWSB-AB anchor bolts in 7/8" and 1" diameters offer flexibility to
meet specific project demands. Inspection is easy; the head is
stamped with a No Equal symbol for identification, bolt length,
bolt diameter, and optional HS for High
Strength if specified.
Material: ASTM F1554
Grade 36; High Strength (HS) ASTM A449
An additional nut for template installation is provided with
each SWSB-AB.
12 and 18
Model No.
Total
Length (in.)
le
SWSB-AB7/8x24
SWSB-AB7/8x24HS
SWSB-AB7/8x30
SWSB-AB7/8x30HS
SWSB-AB7/8x36HS
SWSB-AB1x24
SWSB-AB1x24HS
SWSB-AB1x30
SWSB-AB1x30HS
SWSB-AB1x36HS
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
7/8
1
1
1
1
1
24
24
30
30
36
24
24
30
30
36
20
20
26
26
32
20
20
26
26
32
Heavy Hex Nut

fixed in place
on all SWSB-AB
anchor bolts
Top of
concrete
le
Heavy
Hex Nut
SWSB-HSR
Plate
Washer
Heavy
Hex Nut
le
Cut to length
as necessary
SWSB-AB
SWSB-HSR Extension Kit
Strong-Wall SB
Width (in.)
24
Model No.
Dia.
(in.)
Total Length
(in.)
le
SWSB-HSR7/8x2KT
SWSB-HSR7/8x3KT
SWSB-HSR1x2KT
SWSB-HSR1x3KT
7/8
7/8
1
1
24
36
24
36
22
34
22
34
Total le =
SWSB-HSR le + SWSB-AB le + 2 1/8"
HX on
Extension
Kit
7/8 24
HX
2 1/8"
High-strength
coupler nut
2 1/8"
Top of
concrete
Heavy Hex Nut
fixed in place
7/8" or 1"
high-strength
rod
le
SWSB-AB
le
High-Strength
coupler
nut
SWSB-HSR_KT
SWSB-HSR
and SWSB-AB
Assembly
SWSB-HSR allows for anchorage in tall stemwall applications

where full embedment of an SWSB-AB into the footing is
required. The head is stamped for identification like an
SWSB-AB. Kit includes ASTM A449 high-strength rod with
heavy hex nut fixed in place and high strength coupler nut.
Do not use in place of SWSB-AB.
12 and 18
50
Top of
Concrete
Length
Strong-Wall SB
24
7/8 24
HS
2 1/8"
Dia.
(in.)
Length
Strong-Wall SB
Width (in.)
Anchorage Solutions
Strong-Wall SB Shearwall Tension Anchorage Solutions for 2,500 psi concrete
Design
Criteria
Concrete
Condition
Anchor
Strength
Seismic
Cracked
Uncracked
High Strength
High Strength
Standard
Cracked
High Strength
Wind
Standard
Uncracked
High Strength
SWSB12 7/8" Anchor Bolt

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
(in.)
12600
28
10
12500
24
8
5100
14
6
8700
20
7
11400
24
8
8700
20
7
11400
24
8
5000
12
6
9300
18
6
11700
21
7
9300
18
6
11700
21
7
SWSB18 7/8" Anchor Bolt

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
(in.)
23000
41
14
23100
36
12
6200
16
6
10000
22
8
13100
27
9
14400
28
10
16700
31
11
6400
14
6
10800
20
7
13100
23
8
14300
24
8
17000
27
9
SWSB24 1" Anchor Bolt

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.))
(in.)
(in.)
28800
47
16
28700
41
14
6200
16
6
11400
24
8
17100
32
11
21100
36
12
24100
39
13
6400
14
6
12500
22
8
17100
28
10
21900
32
11
24000
34
12
Design
Criteria
Concrete
Condition
Anchor
Strength
Seismic
Cracked
Uncracked
High Strength
High Strength
Standard
Cracked
High Strength
Wind
Standard
Uncracked
High Strength

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
(in.)
12300
26
9
12800
23
8
5600
14
6
8100
18
6
11000
22
8
8100
18
6
11000
22
8
5500
12
6
8500
16
6
11000
19
7
8500
16
6
11000
19
7

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
(in.)
23100
39
13
22700
34
12
5600
14
6
9500
20
7
13100
25
9
14900
27
9
16600
29
10
5500
12
6
9300
17
6
13100
22
8
15600
24
8
16600
25
9

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
(in.)
27900
44
15
28900
39
13
6800
16
6
12500
24
8
17100
30
10
21000
34
12
24200
37
13
7000
14
6
11900
20
8
17100
26
9
21800
30
10
24000
32
11
Strong-Wall SB

Design
Criteria
Concrete
Condition
Anchor
Strength
Seismic
Cracked
Uncracked
High Strength
High Strength
Standard
Cracked
High Strength
Wind
Standard
Uncracked
High Strength

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
(in.)
12600
23
8
12700
20
7
5400
12
6
8300
16
6
11600
20
7
8300
16
6
11600
20
7
6800
12
6
8500
14
6
11400
17
6
8500
14
6
11400
17
6
1. Anchorage designs conform to ACI 318-11 Appendix D with no supplementary

reinforcement for cracked and uncracked concrete as noted.
2. Anchor strength indicates required grade of anchor bolt. Standard (ASTM F1554
grade 36) or High Strength (HS) (ASTM A449 or A193 B7).
3. Seismic indicates Seismic Design Categories C through F. Detached one and
two-family dwellings in SDC C may use wind anchorage solutions. Seismic
anchorage designs conform to ACI 318-11 D.3.3.4.3.
4. Wind includes Seismic Design Categories A and B and detached one and
two-family dwellings in SDC C.
5. Foundation dimensions are for anchorage only. Foundation design (size and
reinforcement) by others. The registered design professional may specify
alternate embedment, footing size or anchor bolt.
6. Refer to slab on grade, curb, stemwall and interior footing details for W and de.
the tension force at wind design shear exceeds the allowable load for standard
strength anchor bolts.

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
(in.)
23700
35
12
23400
30
10
5400
12
6
9900
18
6
13100
22
8
15300
24
8
17300
26
9
6800
12
6
10400
16
6
13100
19
7
14500
20
7
16800
22
8

ASD Allowable
W
de
Tension (lbs.)
(in.)
(in.)
28400
39
13
28200
34
12
6800
14
6
11600
20
7
17100
26
9
21400
30
10
23600
32
11
6800
12
6
12400
18
6
17100
23
8
21600
26
9
24100
28
10
8. Anchor tension loads at design shear values and including the effect of vertical
load may be determined using the following equation.

T = [(k x V x h) / B] P/2, where:

T = Anchor tension load (lbs.)

V = Design shear load (lbs.)

P = Applied vertical load (lbs.)

h = Panel height (in.)

B = Moment arm (in.)

Without bearing plate: 811/16" for SWSB12, 149/16" for

SWSB18, 19 5/16" for SWSB24

With bearing plate: 8 1/16" for SWSB12, 13 15/16" for

SWSB18, 18 13/16" for SWSB24

k = stiffness coefficient

0.8 for SWSB12 portal walls with h 93 1/4", 0.90 for

SWSB18 portal walls with h 93 1/4", and 1.0 for all other

walls and applications.

OM = Base Moment (lb.-in.)

Use in place of k x V x h for two-story stacked applications
51
Anchorage Solutions
Strong-Wall SB Shear Anchorage

Foundation shear reinforcement to resist shear forces from Strong-Wall shearwalls located at the edge of concrete is
shown in the table below. The SWSB12 used in wind applications does not require shear reinforcement when the panel
design shear force is less than the anchorage allowable shear load shown
in the table below.
Seismic3
Lt or Lh
(in.)
Shear
Reinforcement
Minimum Curb/
Stemwall Width
(in.)
Shear
Reinforcement
Minimum Curb/
Stemwall Width
(in.)
SWSB12
10
(1) #3 Tie
See Note 5
SWSB18
15
(1) #3 Hairpin
(1) #3 Hairpin
SWSB24
19
(1) #3 Hairpin
(1) #3 Hairpin
1. Shear anchorage designs conform to ACI 318-11 and assume

minimum f'c = 2500 psi concrete. See page 51 for tension
anchorage.
2. Shear reinforcement is not required for interior foundation
applications (panel installed away from edge of concrete), or
braced-wall panel applications.
3. Seismic indicates Seismic Design Category C through F.
Detached 1 and 2 family dwellings in SDC C may use wind
anchorage solutions.Seismic shear reinforcement designs
conform to ACI 318-11 Section D.3.3.5.
ASD Allowable Shear Load V (lbs.)5

Uncracked
Cracked
1035
740
Hairpin reinforcement achieves maximum

allowable shear load of the Strong-Wall
SB shearwall.

5. Use (1) #3 tie for SWSB12 when the Strong-Wall SB shearwall
design shear force exceeds the tabulated anchorage allowable
shear load.
6. The registered design professional may specify alternate shear
anchorage.
Lt
Lh Min.
4" Min.
3"
3"
SWSB-AB
#3 Hairpin
grade 60 rebar
(Min.)
Field tie and secure during

concrete placement. Overlap
varies with bolt spacing.
SWSB-AB
Field tie and secure

during concrete
placement
Tie Shear Reinforcement
Hairpin Shear Reinforcement
SWSB-AB
#3 Hairpin (#3 tie similar),
see table for required quantity.
1 1/2" CLR
Hairpin Installation
(Garage curb shown, other footing types similar)
52
#3 Tie
grade 60 rebar
(Min.)
Strong-Wall SB
Model
Wind4
Anchorage Solutions
Curb or Stemwall Installation
width per page 52
SWSB-AB
Shear reinforcement
per page 52 when required
2 1/8"
H
de
1/2W
W
5" min. for

SWSB-AB7/8
6" min. for
SWSB-AB1
1/2W
1/2W
1/2W
W
1/2W
Curb or Stemwall Section View
1/2W
Footing Plan
Perspective View
(Slab not shown for clarity)
SWSB-AB
Shear reinforcement
per page 52 when
required
2 1/8"
H
de
1/2W
W
5" min. for

SWSB-AB7/8
6" min. for
SWSB-AB1
Strong-Wall SB
Slab-on-Grade Installation
1/2W
1/2W
1/2W
W
1/2W
Slab-on-Grade Section View
1/2W
Footing Plan
Perspective View
Brick Ledge Installation

width per page 52
SWSB-AB
Shear reinforcement
per page 52 when
required
2 1/8"
H
1/2W
de
W
1/2W
5" min. for

SWSB-AB7/8
6" min. for
SWSB-AB1
1/2W
1/2W
W
Brick Ledge Section View
1/2W
Perspective View
1/2W
Footing Plan

Foundation design
(size and reinforcement) by Designer.
53
Anchorage Solutions
Interior Installation
Stemwall Extension Installation

Minimum stemwall
width per page 52
SWSB-AB
2 1/8"
SWSB-HSR
de
Shear reinforcement
per page 52 when
required
2 1/8"
5" min. for

SWSB-AB7/8
6" min. for
SWSB-AB1
1/2W
Stemwall
Height =
(SWSB-AB le +
SWSB-HSR le +
2 1/8"- de)
See page 50 for
le dimensions
1/2W
W
Interior Section View
SWSB-AB
Strong-Wall SB
de
1/2W
W
1/2W
1/2W
1/2W
5" min for

SWSB-AB7/8
6" min for
SWSB-AB1
Footing Plan
1/2W Min. 1/2W Min.

W
Section at Stemwall
SWSB-AB and SWSB-HSR
Extension Application

Strong-Wall SB Anchor Bolt Layout

Distance
From End of Wall
to Center of
SWSB-ABs
(A) (in.)
Distance
From Center
to Center of
SWSB-ABs
(B) (in.)
Distance
From Exterior Face
of Wall to Center
of All SWSB-ABs
(C) (in.)
SWSB12
8 1/8
1 3/4
SWSB18
14
1 3/4
SWSB24
20
1 3/4
Wall
Model
54
B
C
3 1/2"
SWSB Plan View

Anchorage Graphic

Simpson Strong-Tie has developed a reusable anchor bolt template for common
foundation types for the Strong-Wall SB shearwall. The templates help to accurately
locate the newly-designed SWSB-AB preassembled anchor bolts, which simplifies
installation and greatly reduces the chances of voids in the concrete.
Strong-Wall SB Anchor Bolt Templates

Strong-Wall SB Template Model
Strong-Wall SB
Model No.
Width (in.)
Reversible
Panel Form
Brick Ledge
SWSB12
12 1/8
SWSB-RT12
SWSB-RTPF12
SWSB-RTBL12
SWSB18
18
SWSB-RT18
SWSB-RTPF18
SWSB-RTBL18
SWSB24
24
SWSB-RT24
SWSB-RTPF24
SWSB-RTBL24
*SWSB-RT templates are reversible.

Use the same template for
interior or exterior applications.

2. Foundation design by the Designer.
Strong-Wall SB

installation is provided with each
SWSB-AB.
2 1/8"
Top of
concrete
SWSB-RTPF
(Panel form)
U.S. Patent
7,445,192
2 1/8"
1 1/2"
Anchor Bolt Height

SWSB-RT Exterior Installation*
U.S. Patent
7,445,192
SWSB-RTBL
(Brick ledge)
U.S. Patent
7,445,192
SWSB-RT Interior*
Installation
U.S. Patent
7,445,192
55
Wood Strong-Wall
The Wood Strong-Wall shearwall can be
installed around window and door openings,
on garage wing walls, interior walls or any
other locations where increased lateral
resistance is required. Wood Strong-Wall
shearwalls can reduce the amount of wall
space required for shearwalls, allowing for
more windows and doors in house designs.
Prefabricated: The high-strength wall comes with the
sheathing and holdowns pre-attached. Additional installation
hardware is included
56
Installation Guide: Detailed instructions attached to

every wall
State-of-the-Art Testing: Third-party documentation of our
cyclic testing verifies high design loads
Quality Assurance: No-Equal quality-controlled
manufacturing reduces inspection problems commonly faced
with site-built shearwalls
Support and Service: Simpson Strong-Tie provides the
best engineering technical support and experienced field
representation to assist you
Wood Strong-Wall
Easy to Install: Reusable templates locate the required

holdown and mudsill anchor bolts accurately in the
foundation. The walls are then placed over the anchor bolts
followed by a simple top and bottom plate attachment.
Wood Strong-Wall Shearwalls
Standard Wall on Concrete Foundations

Installation
Naming Legend 8' to 10'
Drilling or cutting holes in Wood Strong-Wall is not allowed

except as shown on pages 107-108 and the Allowable
Hole Chart attached to each wall.
SW24x8
Wood Strong-Wall
For holdowns, per ASTM standards, anchor bolt nuts

should be finger-tight plus 1/3 to 1/2 turn with a hand wrench,
with consideration given to possible future wood shrinkage.
Care should be taken to avoid over-torquing the nut, an
impact wrench should not be used.
Width
(in.)
Naming Legend 12'
SW24x12x6
Walls may also be used in 2x6 wall framing. Install the

sheathing side at the exterior wall line and add furring to the
interior framing side.
Wood Strong-Wall
Nominal Wall Thickness (in.)
Width
(in.)
Codes: ICC-ES ESR-1267; City of L.A. RR 25427
Attaches easily to top

plates or header with
pre-installed Simpson
Strong-Tie Strong-Drive
SDS Heavy-Duty
Connector screws
Shim per
detail
6/SW1
page 101
Form mounted
templates allow
precise placement
of anchor bolts
before the pour.
Holdowns are
pre-installed and
extension rod and
coupler nuts are
provided.
Wood Strong-Wall
Attach to top plate

with pre-installed
SDS 1/4"x6" screws
Connect the
pre-attached
holdown to the
anchor bolt using
hardware provided.
Attach bearing
plates to mudsill
with "x2"
SDS Heavy-Duty
Connector screws
(provided). Install
nut on anchor bolt
(not provided).
1 5/16" wrench/
socket required
for 7/8" nut
15/16" wrench/
socket required
for 5/8" nut
Foundation design
by Designer
Standard Wood Strong-Wall

U.S. Patents 5,706,626; 6,006,487;
6,109,850; 6,327,831 and 6,643,986
Bottom-of-Wall Installation
57
Standard Wall on Concrete Foundations
Model
No.
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
SW18x8
18
93 1/4
SW24x8
24
93 1/4
Holdown2
Number Mudsill
T of Screws Anchors1 Anchor Bolts
(in.)
in Top
of Wall Qty. Dia. Qty. Model3,4
(in.)
9
2
2
PAB7
3 1/2
5/8
12
2
2
PAB7
3 1/2
5/8
SW32x8
32
93 1/4
3 1/2
16
5/8
PAB7
SW48x8
48
93 1/4
3 1/2
24
5/8
PAB7
SW18x9
18
105 1/4
3 1/2
5/8
PAB7
SW24x9
24
105 1/4
3 1/2
12
5/8
PAB7
SW32x9
32
105 1/4
3 1/2
16
5/8
PAB7
SW48x9
48
105 1/4
3 1/2
24
5/8
PAB7
SW24x10
24
117 1/4
3 1/2
12
5/8
PAB7
SW32x10
32
117 1/4
3 1/2
16
5/8
PAB7
SW48x10
48
117 1/4
3 1/2
24
5/8
PAB7
SW24x12x6
24
141 1/4
5 1/2
12
5/8
PAB7
SW32x12x6
32
141 1/4
5 1/2
16
5/8
PAB7
SW48x12x6
48
141 1/4
5 1/2
24
5/8
PAB7
Allowable
ASD Shear
Load V
(lbs.)
Model
No.
Wind
Drift at
Allowable
Shear
(in.)
Allowable
ASD Shear
Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable
Shear
(in.)
Standard Strong-Wall Shearwall

1100
0.33
1455
1530
0.37
2010
2550
0.33
3500
3390
0.27
5595
1040
0.37
1375
1530
0.39
2010
2055
0.31
3100
3015
0.28
4955
1525
0.42
1950
2055
0.33
2785
3015
0.30
4450
1195
0.51
1585
1755
0.43
2310
2770
0.36
3690
SW18x8
SW24x8
SW32x8
SW48x8
SW18x9
SW24x9
SW32x9
SW48x9
SW24x10
SW32x10
SW48x10
SW24x12x6
SW32x12x6
SW48x12x6
1. Recommended minimum 5/8"x12" mudsill anchor.

2. Alternate 7/8" diameter anchorage may be required depending on load
for two-story applications.
3. PAB7 available in multiple lengths. See pages 66-68 for anchor bolt
4. SSTB28 anchor bolts may be specified when the anchor tension force does
not exceed allowable anchor tension. See page 67 for SSTB anchor bolt
0.53
0.53
0.52
0.50
0.60
0.59
0.56
0.53
0.63
0.55
0.50
0.80
0.65
0.53
1. Typical shim thickness between the Strong-Wall and top plates or header
is 7/8" or less using Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive 1/4"x6" SDS
Heavy-Duty Connector screws. For additional shim thickness, see detail
7/SW1 on page 101.
2. See allowable vertical load table on page 65 for Wood Strong-Wall
maximum compression and tension capacities.
3. Standard walls may be installed with sheathing facing inside or outside.
4. Allowable shear capacities must be reduced as limited by anchor bolt
capacities for installations on CMU.
5. Anchor tension forces may be calculated using the following formula:

Shear x Height
Anchor Tension =
Width - 5.25"

See page 66 for PAB anchorage solutions.
HUSC and HUCQ: Concealed-Flange Face-Mount Hangers

When attaching door and window
headers to the Wood Strong-Wall, only
the HUSC46 or HUCQ410 may be used.
The fastening pattern to the carrying
member is grouped in toward the
center of the hanger, thereby allowing
installation in end conditions.
Installation
Nailing into the end grain of the walls
top plate to install the HUSC results
in allowable loads that are 0.67 of the
table load.
Concealed Flange Joist Hanger Load Values

Installed on Wood Strong-Wall
Dimensions (in.)
Model
No.
Ga
HUSC46
Allowable Loads (lbs.)

Uplift1
(160)
Floor
(100)
Snow
(115)
Roof
(125)
4-16d
1235
1005
1155
1255
6-SDS 1/4"x2 1/2"
2400
3900
3940
3940
Strong-Wall
Header
14
3 9/16
4-16d
HUCQ410-SDS 14
3 9/16
10-SDS 1/4"x2 1/2"
1. Uplift values based on DF/SP header material. See current Simpson Strong-Tie Wood Construction
Connectors catalog for other species.
2" Min.
to first
fastener
Header
not shown
for clarity
Post
Omit 2
screws
at post/
sheathing
joint
When installing the HUCQ, omit

the two Simpson Strong-Tie
Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty
Connector screws closest to the
point where the Wood Strong-Wall
sheathing meets the post (see drawing
on the right). Also, maintain a minimum
end distance of 2" from the top of the
Wood Strong-Wall post.
Fasteners
Fastening into the end grain of the

walls top plate to install the HUCQ is
not allowed.
58
Seismic
HUCQ410
Typical Installation
of HUCQ
HUSC46
Typical Installation
of HUSC46
Wood Strong-Wall
Standard Wall Product Data

Garage Portal systems provide increased lateral resistance over site-built shearwalls in locations where space is at a premium.
Portal walls shall be installed with a minimum 12" nominal deep header for adequate shear nailing. Because the portal walls
and header are tested as a system, the resulting portal frame offers superior engineered performance over site-built walls.
Multi-ply
headers may be
used, see page
61
SW16 & SW22 GARAGE PORTAL

ALLOWABLE HOLE LOCATIONS
Al
on
e Exte ri or Appli
ca
a tiv
ti
rn
te
3"
3"
Only 1
( 1") hole
per post!
/8"
/8"
1"
14"
CL
Note for Garage

Portal Walls:
Cripple walls over
the garage header
by Designer
SHEARWALL
ICC-ES ESR-1267
SW-LEXTICBOR
3/06AC
CL
14"
CL= Center Line
CL
CL
SW-GPHOLOC
Wood Strong-Wall
STRONG-WALL
Only 1
( 7/8") hole
through
sheathing!
Face Strong-Wall sheathing

towards garage interior for easy
electrical installation.
12"
1"
Foundation design
by Designer
U.S. Patents 5,706,626;

6,006,487; 6,109,850; 6,327,831;
and 6,643,986
U.S. Patents 5,706,626;

6,006,487; 6,109,850; 6,327,831;
and 6,643,986
Garage Portal Wall Product Data

Mudsill
Anchors1
Holdown
Anchor Bolts
Model
No.
W
(in.)
H
(in.)
T
(in.)
Number of
Fasteners
in Top
of Wall
Qty.
Dia.
(in.)
SW16x7x4
16
78
8-SDS 1/4"x6"
5/8
PAB7
SW16x7x6
16
78
5 3/4
8-SDS 1/4"x6"
5/8
PAB7
SW16x8x4
16
90
8-SDS 1/4"x6"
5/8
PAB7
SW16x8x6
16
90
5 3/4
8-SDS 1/4"x6"
5/8
PAB7
SW22x7x4
22
78
10-SDS 1/4"x6"
5/8
PAB7
SW22x7x6
22
78
5 3/4
10-SDS 1/4"x6"
5/8
PAB7
SW22x8x4
22
90
10-SDS 1/4"x6"
5/8
PAB7
SW22x8x6
22
90
5 3/4
10-SDS 1/4"x6"
5/8
PAB7
Naming Legend
Qty. Model2,3
SW16x7x4
Wood Strong-Wall
Width
(in.)
Nominal
Height
(ft.)
Nominal Wall
Thickness
(in.)
1. Recommended minimum 5/8"x12" mudsill anchor.

2. PAB7 available in multiple lengths. See pages 66-68 for anchor bolt information and anchorage solutions.
3. SSTB28 anchor bolts may be specified when the anchor tension force does not exceed allowable anchor
tension. See page 67 for SSTB anchor bolt information and anchorage solutions.
59

Installation:
Typical shim thickness between
the Strong-Wall and top
plates or header is 7/8" or less
using Simpson Strong-Tie
Strong-Drive 1/4"x6" SDS
Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
For additional shim thickness,
contact Simpson Strong-Tie.
For holdowns, per ASTM
standards, anchor bolt nuts
should be finger-tight plus 1/3
to 1/2 turn with a hand wrench,
with consideration given to
possible future wood shrinkage.
Care should be taken to avoid
over-torquing the nut, an impact
wrench should not be used.
Garage Header
Rough Opening Height
Sheathing flush
against header
CAUTION:
Drilling or cutting
holes in Wood StrongWall is not
allowed except as
shown on page 107
and the Allowable
Hole Chart attached
to each wall.
Nail through
sheathing
and metal U
channel with 10d
common nails or
16d sinkers at
each painted dot
on the panel.
STRONG-WALL
SHEARWALL
ICC-ES ESR-1267
SW-LEXTICBOR
3/06AC
Model
No.
H
Curb
Without
1/2"
Shim
With
1/2"
Shim
SW16x7x4
SW22x7x4
SW16x7x6
SW22x7x6
6"
7'
7'-1/2"
7"
7'-1"
7'-1 1/2"
6"
8'
8'-1/2"
7"
8'-1"
8'-1 1/2"
SW16x8x4
SW22x8x4
SW16x8x6
SW22x8x6
1. The height of the garage curb above

the garage slab is critical for rough
header opening on portal walls.
2. One 1/2" shim is provided with Garage
Portal walls.
Shim may be
required behind
MST strap
(see detail 4SWP
page 106)
SWMST Strap
(provided) (10 ga)
with 10d nails
or 16d sinkers,
install only to
framing side
of portal wall.
Exte ri or App
t ive
li ca
rna
ti
te
Al
3"
3"
/8"
/8"
1"
14"
CL
14"
CL= Center Line
CL

e Exte ri or Appli
ca
a tiv
ti
rn
te
CL
on
CL
Only 1
( 7/8") hole
through
sheathing!

12"
1"
Al
Only 1
( 1") hole
per post!
SW-GPHOLOC
3"
3"
Only 1
( 1") hole
per post!
Only 1
( 7/8") hole
through
sheathing!

12"
/8"
1"
/8"
1"
14"
CL
CL
14"
CL= Center Line
CL
CL
SW-GPHOLOC
Electrical box
for illustration
only not
included with
the wall.
Connect the
pre-attached
holdown to
the anchor bolt
using hardware
provided.
1 5/16" wrench/
socket required
for 7/8" nut
15/16" wrench/
socket required
for 5/8" nut
Attach bearing plates to

mudsill with "x2" SDS
Heavy-Duty Connector
screws (provided). Install
nut on anchor bolt (not
provided).
60
Alternate Exterior Installation
Standard Portal Wall

Installation
For easy electrical installation

position wall with sheathing inside garage.
U.S. Patents 5,706,626; 6,006,487; 6,109,850;

6,327,831 and 6,643,986
U.S. Patents 5,706,626; 6,006,487; 6,109,850;

6,327,831 and 6,643,986
Shim per
detail
4/SWP
page 106
on
Wood Strong-Wall
Attach to top plate with

pre-installed 1/4"x6" SDS
screws
SW16x7x4
SW16x7x6
SW16x8x4
SW16x8x6
SW22x7x4
SW22x7x6
SW22x8x4
SW22x8x6
Seismic
Wind
Allowable Drift at Allowable Drift at Allowable Drift at Allowable Drift at

ASD
ASD
ASD
ASD
Allowable
Shear Allowable
Shear Allowable
Shear Allowable
Shear
Shear
Shear
Shear
Shear
Load V
Load
V
Load
V
Load
V
(in.)
(in.)
(in.)
(in.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
2670
0.36
3500
0.53
1335
0.36
1750
0.53
2670
0.36
3500
0.53
1335
0.36
1750
0.53
2350
0.40
3105
0.60
1175
0.40
1555
0.60
2350
0.40
3105
0.60
1175
0.40
1555
0.60
4160
0.37
5420
0.53
2080
0.37
2710
0.53
4160
0.37
5420
0.53
2080
0.37
2710
0.53
3730
0.42
4880
0.60
1865
0.42
2440
0.60
3730
0.42
4880
0.60
1865
0.42
2440
0.60
1. A double-wall garage portal system consists of 2 walls with a header spanning over the top and
connected as shown.
2. A single-wall garage portal system consists of 1 wall with a header spanning over the top and
connected as shown.
3. Recommended header moisture content is 19% or less at time of installation.
4. The minimum header sizes listed are the minimum required for lateral rigidity of the portal system.
Larger headers may be required due to vertical loading.
5. Portal walls may be installed with sheathing facing inside or outside.
6. Typical shim thickness between the Strong-Wall shearwall and header is 7/8" or less using
Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive 1/4"x6" SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
7. See allowable vertical load table on page 65 for Wood Strong-Wall shearwall maximum compression
and tension capacities.
8. Allowable shear capacities must be reduced as limited by anchor bolt capacities for installations on CMU.

Shear per Panel x Height
Anchor Tension =

Width - 5.25"
Model No.
SW16x7x4
SW16x8x4
SW22x7x4
SW22x8x4
Allowable Load per Portal Wall (lbs.)

Seismic
Wind
Double 2x Double LVL Double 2x Double LVL
Header
Header
Header
Header
1145
940
1500
1400
1200
1100
1660
1585
1500
1245
1950
1830
1575
1455
2165
2075
1. Garage portal walls listed above may be used with

double 2x12 minimum or double 1 3/4"x11 7/8" minimum
LVL headers.
2. Headers shall be face nailed to each other with
minimum 16d nails at 32" on center staggered along
the top and bottom.
3. Double 2x12 require 1/2" ply or OSB shim to make
the header assembly flush with Wood Strong-Wall.
The shim shall match the header depth and Wood
Strong-Wall width minimum. It may be placed on
either face of header or between plies directly over
the Wood Strong-Wall.
K = 0.80 (SW16 Portal); 0.67 (SW22 Portal)
Single-portal system
Detail 1 Single- and Double-Wall

Garage Portal
Al

e Exte ri or App i
t iv
l ca
na
ti
t er
3"
3"
Only 1
( 7/8") hole
through
sheathing!

12"
/8"
1"
/8"
1"
14"
CL
CL
14"
CL= Center Line
CL
CL
SW-GPHOLOC
Header size shall LSTA24

match nominal strap (min.)
wall thickness x at beam to
12" min. nominal post
depth
8' min., 16'4" max.
Drag tie across beam splice by Designer

Double-portal system
Header size shall match

nominal wall thickness x 12"
min. nominal depth

e Exte ri or App i
t iv
l ca
na
ti
t er
3"
3"
Only 1
( 1") hole
per post!
Only 1
( 7/8") hole
through
sheathing!

12"
/8"
1"
/8"
1"
14"
CL
CL
14"
CL= Center Line
CL

e Exte ri or App i
t iv
l ca
na
ti
t er
on
Only 1
( 1") hole
per post!
C Beam splice
on
1. Beam to support post and support post to

foundation uplift connectors may be reduced
where justified by calculations.
2. This detail reflects lateral load requirements of a
Single- and Double-Wall Portal system. It is the
Designers responsibility to provide a complete
load path for all loads in accordance with the
governing codes.
3. System rating equals the sum of the Singleand Double-Wall Portal values.
4. Alternate Installation: A single-piece header
(no camber) may be substituted for the two
headers shown. The design rating for this
condition may then be evaluated as the sum of
the individual single-wall ratings.
5. Longer header spans can be accommodated
if larger headers are used such that equivalent
stiffness is equal to or greater than that
provided by the minimum header and
maximum length indicated.
6. Simpson Strong-Tie LTP4 and LSTA24
(by Designer) are minimum requirements to
achieve the allowable loads.
on
Multi-Ply Headers
for Garage Portal Walls
Al
Model
No.
Wind
Al
Seismic
Single-Wall Garage Portal2
3"
3"
Only 1
( 1") hole
per post!
Only 1
( 7/8") hole
through
sheathing!

12"
/8"
1"
/8"
1"
14"
14"
CL
CL
CL
CL= Center Line
CL
CL
SW-GPHOLOC
SW-GPHOLOC
16"-4" Max.
Wood Strong-Wall
Double-Wall Garage Portal1
(3) - LTP4 at support

post to Wood StrongWall post
Header support
post by Designer
Column base detail by
Designer (not shown for
clarity)
Header size shall match nominal wall

thickness x 12" min. nominal depth
STRONG-WALL
Detail 2 Single-Wall Garage Portal
LSTA24 strap (min.)

at beam to post
8' Min. 16'-4" Max.
SHEARWALL
ICC-ES PFC-5485
Support post
by Designer
SW-LEXTICBOR
1. Beam to support post and support post to foundation uplift connectors may be
reduced where justified by calculations.
2. This detail reflects lateral load requirements of a Single-Wall Portal system. It
is the Designers responsibility to provide a complete load path for all loads in
accordance with the governing codes.
3. Longer header spans can be accommodated if larger headers are used
such that equivalent stiffness is equal to or greater than that provided by the
minimum header and maximum length indicated.
4. Simpson Strong-Tie STHD10 and LSTA24 (by Designer) are minimum
requirements to achieve the allowable loads.
3/06AC
H Curb
STHD10
holdown
(min.)
Column base detail by

Designer (not shown for
clarity)
61
Raised-Floor Walls
Raised-floor (-RF) walls are designed and tested for installation on top of raised
wood floor systems. All second-story applications must use the raised-floor models.
Raised-floor walls are compatible with both solid-sawn lumber and I-joist floor systems.
Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws pre-installed in
both the top and bottom of the wall allow for fast installation to the top plate and floor
framing elements.
Raised-floor walls are code listed for use on the second floor of wood light-frame
construction. Simpson Strong-Tie recommends the Simpson Strong-Tie Takeup
Device, (SW-TUD1KT), be used at the second floor to compensate for wood shrinkage
and settlement due to dead load.
First-story walls of a two-story application may be either standard or raised-floor walls.
RaisedFloor Wall:
First-Story
Application
Naming Legend
SW24x8-RF
Wood Strong-Wall
Raised Floor
Width
(in.)
Raised-Floor Strong-Wall Product Data

W
(in.)
H
(in.)
T
(in.)
Number of
Fasteners in
Top of Wall
Number of
Fasteners
in Bottom
of Wall
Holdown
Anchor Bolts
(1st Story)1
Qty. Model3,4
Holdown
Anchor Rods
(2nd Story)2
Qty.
Dia.
SW18x8-RF
18
93 1/4
3 1/2
9-SDS 1/4"x6"
13-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW24x8-RF
24
93 1/4
3 1/2
12-SDS 1/4"x6"
16-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW32x8-RF
32
93 1/4
3 1/2
16-SDS 1/4"x6"
20-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW48x8-RF
48
93 1/4
3 1/2
24-SDS 1/4"x6"
28-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW18x9-RF
18
105 1/4 3 1/2
9-SDS 1/4"x6"
13-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW24x9-RF
24
105 1/4 3 1/2
12-SDS 1/4"x6"
16-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW32x9-RF
32
105 1/4 3 1/2
16-SDS 1/4"x6"
20-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW48x9-RF
48
105 1/4 3 1/2
24-SDS 1/4"x6"
28-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW24x10-RF
24
117 1/4 3 1/2
12-SDS 1/4"x6"
16-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW32x10-RF
32
117 1/4 3 1/2
16-SDS 1/4"x6"
20-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
SW48x10-RF
48
117 1/4 3 1/2
24-SDS 1/4"x6"
28-SDS 1/4"x6"
PAB7
7/8"
1. High-strength 7/8" diameter anchorage may be required for two-story applications when anchor
tension force exceeds 13,000 lbs.
2. All-thread rod not supplied with raised-floor walls. Minimum ASTM A307 or ASTM F1554, Grade 36
required. Designer must specify if high-strength all-thread rod is required, depending on load.
3. PAB7 available in multiple lengths. See pages 66-68 for anchor bolt information and anchorage
solutions.
4. SSTB28 anchor bolts may be specified when the anchor tension force does not exceed allowable
anchor tension. See page 67 for SSTB anchor bolt information and anchorage solutions.
RaisedFloor Wall:
Top Wall of TwoStory Stacked

Installation
Standard Wall:
Bottom Wall of
Two-Story Stacked
Installation
Foundation design
by Designer
U.S. Patents 5,706,626;

6,006,487; 6,109,850; 6,327,831;
and 6,643,986
62
Wood Strong-Wall
Model
No.
Raised-Floor Walls
Installation
(2) BP3.5
Bearing Plates
3/8" x 3" x 6"
(provided)
Drilling or cutting holes in Wood Strong-Wall is not allowed except as shown

on pages 107-108 and the Allowable Hole Chart attached to each wall.
Typical shim thickness between the Strong-Wall and top plates or header
is 7/8" or less using Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive 1/4"x6" SDS HeavyDuty Connector screws. For additional shim thickness, see detail 7/SW1
on page 101.
plus 1/3 to 1/2 turn with a hand wrench, with consideration given to possible
future wood shrinkage. Care should be taken to avoid over-torquing the nut,
an impact wrench should not be used.
1"
All raised-floor walls require 1 1/2" or 3" end distance from corner for end
post bearing plate.
Subfloor must be cut out for end post bearing plates in raised-floor and
2nd-story installations. Additional bearing plates available for 1 1/8" subfloor.
Walls may also be used in 2x6 wall framing. Install the sheathing side at the
exterior wall line and add furring to the interior framing side.
Raised-Floor
Strong-Wall:
The SW-TUD1KT take-up device is recommended for 2nd-story

installations in order to compensate for wood shrinkage and settlement
due to dead load.
Attach to top plate with

pre-installed 1/4"x6" SDS
screws
Shim per
detail 6/SW1
page 101
CAUTION:
Drilling or cutting
holes in Wood
Strong-Wall is not
allowed except as
shown on pages 107-108
and the Allowable
Hole Chart attached
to each wall.
(2) BP3.5
Bearing Plates
3/8" x 3" x 6"
(provided)
Wood Strong-Wall
SW-TUD1KT
1"
Bearing
Plates Typ.
required for 7/8" nut
Connect the
pre-attached
holdown to the
anchor bolt using
hardware provided
Additional 2x4 king

studs may be required
for compression force
from Wood Strong-Wall
above. See detail 3/SW2
on page 102.
Raised-Floor Strong-Wall:
Second-Story Installation
U.S. Patents 5,706,626; 6,006,487; 6,109,850;
6,327,831 and 6,643,986
63
Raised-Floor Walls
First-Story Walls on Wood Floor
Seismic
Model
No.
Wind
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable Shear
(in.)
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable Shear
(in.)
SW18x8-RF
835
0.41
1080
0.53
SW24x8-RF
1210
0.39
1640
0.53
SW32x8-RF
1790
0.39
2330
0.53
SW48x8-RF
2715
0.31
4320
0.53
SW18x9-RF
680
0.37
910
0.60
SW24x9-RF
965
0.40
1270
0.60
SW32x9-RF
1505
0.38
2090
0.60
SW48x9-RF
2550
0.35
3770
0.60
SW24x10-RF
900
0.40
1175
0.67
SW32x10-RF
1500
0.45
2015
0.67
SW48x10-RF
2215
0.36
3220
0.67
Second-Story Walls
Seismic
Wind
Model
No.
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable Shear
(in.)
Allowable ASD
Shear Load V
(lbs.)
Drift at
Allowable Shear
(in.)
SW18x8-RF
750
0.37
1000
0.53
SW24x8-RF
1095
0.39
1455
0.53
SW32x8-RF
1595
0.40
2115
0.53
SW48x8-RF
2510
0.39
3340
0.53
SW18x9-RF
600
0.33
810
0.60
SW24x9-RF
935
0.38
1245
0.60
SW32x9-RF
1360
0.39
1805
0.60
SW48x9-RF
2310
0.41
3055
0.60
SW24x10-RF
810
0.37
1080
0.67
SW32x10-RF
1320
0.46
1730
0.67
SW48x10-RF
2005
0.41
2660
0.67
1. All Raised-Floor walls require 1 1/2" minimum end distance from corner for end post bearing plate.
See detail 4/SW2 on page 102.
2. Typical shim thickness between the Strong-Wall and top plates or header is 7/8" or less using Simpson Strong-Tie
Strong-Drive 1/4"x6" SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws. For additional shim thickness, see detail 7/SW1 on page 101.
3. See allowable vertical load table on page 65 for Wood Strong-Wall maximum compression and tension capacities.
4. Allowable shear capacities must be reduced as limited by anchor bolt capacities for installations on CMU.

Shear x Height
Anchor Tension =
Width - 5.25"

For stacked conditions, evaluate cumulative overturning for anchorage at the base of the first-story wall.
64
Wood Strong-Wall
See footnotes below.
Allowable Vertical and Out-of-Plane Loads

These allowable vertical loads are intended to aid the user in correctly implementing
the Wood Strong-Wall shearwall into the load path of the structure. Load combinations
that tend to cause compression can be limited by perpendicular to grain interface issues,
by buckling of the vertical members or by the bending and shear capacity of the
combined top plates. Loads that result in net uplift in the boundary posts are limited
by the value T1 shown in the table.
C1 = Max. compressive force applied over end post.
C2 = Max. compressive force applied over interior post.
C3 = Max. compressive force applied to top plates between studs.
C4 = Max. compressive force in end post due to load from above (C1) and overturning.
C5 = Max. compressive force in interior post.
T1 = Max. allowable tension force in holdown due to net uplift.
C4
T1
C2
CD = 1.0
CD = 1.0
CD = 1.0
CD = 1.25
CD = 1.6
CD = 1.0
CD = 1.25
CD = 1.6
7100
N/A
N/A
N/A
21100
N/A
N/A
12200
10700
N/A
N/A
N/A
35200
N/A
N/A
12200
6100
N/A
1685
2105
14100
N/A
N/A
12200
6100
3330
2955
3690
14100
4270
4620
12200
SW24x12x6
9920
N/A
2820
3525
16800
N/A
N/A
12200
SW32x12x6
SW48x12x6
9920
5410
4945
6185
16800
5280
5520
12200
SW16x7x4, 8x4
SW22x7x4, 8x4
SW16x7x6, 8x6
SW22x7x6, 8x6
SW18x8, 9
SW24x8, 9, 10
SW32x8, 9, 10
SW48x8, 9, 10
C4
C5
T1
1. For RF Raised-Floor walls, use the corresponding standard Wood Strong-Wall shearwall values.
2. N/A=Not Applicable
Allowable Out-of-Plane Loads for Standard

and Raised-Floor Strong-Wall Shearwalls1,2,3,4
Model No.
SW18x8
SW24x8
SW32x8
SW48x8
SW18x9
SW24x9
SW32x9
SW48x9
SW24x10
SW32x10
SW48x10
SW24x12x6
SW32x12x6
SW48x12x6
Allowable Load (plf)

(lbs. per lineal foot)
End Post
64
64
64
64
44
44
44
44
31
31
31
68
68
68
Interior Stud
31
31
21
21
15
15
36
36
Allowable Load (psf)

(lbs. per square foot)
End Post
45
38
48
48
31
26
33
33
19
23
23
41
51
51
Interior Stud
23
23
16
16
11
11
27
27
1. Allowable loads are governed by deflection at L/240.

2. For deflection limit of L/180, the tabulated loads must be multiplied
240
by
= 1.33.
180
3. Combined axial and bending loads on the Strong-Wall shearwalls studs

and end posts must be determined by the following formula:
Pactual / Pallow + Wactual / Wallow 1.0
where: Pactual = Actual axial ASD design load (lbs.).

Pallow = 14100 lbs. (end post) or 4620 lbs. (stud)

for the 8-, 9- and 10-foot tall panels.

Pallow = 16800 lbs. (end post) or 5520 lbs. (stud)

for the 12-foot tall panels.

Wactual = Actual ASD out-of-plane load (plf).

Wallow = Allowable load (plf) from table.
4. Allowable post loads in psf are based on the panel tributary
width plus 8 inches.
Allowable Out-of-Plane Loads for

Garage Portal Strong-Wall Shearwalls1,2,3,4
Model No.
SW16x7x4
SW22x7x4
SW16x8x4
SW22x8x4
SW16x7x6
SW22x7x6
SW16x8x6
SW22x8x6
Allowable Load
End Post (plf)
Sheathing (psf)
155
155
101
101
470
470
306
306
217
103
217
103
217
103
217
103
Wood Strong-Wall
C1
Strong-Wall
Model No.
C3
C5
Allowable Vertical Loads for Strong-Wall Shearwalls (lbs.)

C3
C2
C1
1. Allowable post loads are governed by deflection at L/240.

2. Allowable sheathing loads are governed by material strength properties,
where duration of load, CD, is equal to 1.6.
3. For deflection limit of L/180, the tabulated loads must be multiplied
240
by
= 1.33.
180
4. Combined axial and bending loads on the Strong-Wall shearwalls end

posts must be determined by the following formula:
Pactual / Pallow + Wactual / Wallow 1.0
where Pactual = Actual axial ASD design load (lbs.).

Pallow = 21100 lbs. for the 4-inch-thick panels.

Pallow = 35200 lbs. for the 6-inch-thick panels.

Wactual = Actual ASD out-of-plane load (plf).

Wallow = Allowable load (plf) from table.
65
Anchorage Solutions
PAB7 anchor bolts were developed to provide
anchorage solutions for Wood Strong-Wall
shearwalls in accordance with the provisions
of ACI 318-11. This code listed anchor bolt
is easy to inspect; the head is stamped
with a No Equal symbol for identification,
bolt length and bolt diameter. Available in
four lengths, the PAB7 provides a range
of embedment options for seismic or wind
solutions in cracked or uncracked concrete
conditions.
Foundation Dimensions
for Anchorage Solutions1
Concrete
Condition
Design Criteria
Cracked
Seismic2
Uncracked
Cracked
Material: ASTM F1554 Gr. 36
Wood Strong-Wall
Model
No.
L
(in.)
le
(in.)
PAB7-18
18
11 1/2
PAB7-24
24
17 1/2
PAB7-30
30
23 1/2
PAB7-36
36
29 1/2
7L
Wind3
Uncracked
ASD Allowable
Tension (lbs.)
W
(in.)
de
(in.)
11900
27
13100
29
10
12500
24
13100
25
6200
16
10000
22
12900
26
13100
27
6400
14
9300
18
12500
22
13100
23
1. Anchorage designs conform to ACI 318 Appendix D and assume minimum f'c = 2500 psi concrete,
ASTM A307 or ASTM F1554, Grade 36 anchor rods and no supplementary reinforcement. High-strength
anchorage design by Designer when required.
2. Seismic indicates Seismic Design Category C through F. Detached 1 and 2 family dwellings in SDC C
may use wind anchorage solutions. Seismic anchorage designs conform to ACI 318-11 Section D.3.3.4.
4. Foundation dimensions are for anchorage only. Foundation design (size and reinforcement) by Designer.
The Registered Design Professional may specify alternate embedment, footing size or anchor bolt.
5"
6" Min.
PAB7
Top of Concrete
7/8" Diameter
Anchor Rod
le
Heavy Hex Nut
5"
5"
de
de
3" Clr. Min.
PAB7
3" Clr. Min.
Plate Washer
1 1/2"
Heavy Hex Nut
PAB7 Anchor Bolt
1/2W
1/2W
1/2W
1/2W
Section at Slab on Grade
Section at Curb or Stemwall
H = 13 1/2" maximum with PAB7-30 anchor bolt when de = 10".

H = 19 1/2" maximum with PAB7-36 anchor bolt when de = 10".
PAB7
Slab or curb and surrounding

foundation not shown for clarity
5"
Simpson Strong-Tie
Strong-Wall
de
1/2W
W
3" Clr. Min.
1/2W
1/2W
1/2W
W
Section at Interior Foundation

66
1/2W
1/2W
Foundation Plan
PAB Anchor Bolts
SSTB Anchor Bolts

Now the most economical anchorage solution for our Wood Strong-Wall
shearwall is also code listed under the latest I-codes. The unique design
of the SSTB anchor bolt allows for smaller footings that require less
concrete. Additionally, the SSTB has been tested in the most common
Wood Strong-Wall foundation applications for use in all seismic design
categories and high-wind regions, so it is easier to specify than ever.
6 1/2"
1 1/2"
1 1/2"
Length
Embedment line on the shank and installation angle on the head help
ensure correct installation
Embedment
line (Top of
concrete)
Length
Features
Innovative offset angle reduces side blowout and provides more
concrete cover
Identification
on the bolt
head showing
embedment
angle and model.
3 1/2"
le
Embedment
line (Top of
concrete)
le
Head stamp includes length and the No Equal sign () for easier
inspection after the pour
Unique shape results in less rebar interference
Codes: ICC-ES ESR-2611, City of Los Angeles RR 25827
Material: ASTM F1554, Grade 36
SSTB28L
SSTB28
Finish: None. May be ordered HDG; contact Simpson Strong-Tie.

Installation: Refer to ICC-ES ESR-2611 for design and instalation
information.
Wood Strong-Wall
Model
Garage Curb
Slab Edge
(Install with arrow

on top of the bolt
oriented as shown)
Non-Corner
Installation
(Bolt may be
installed @ 45 to
135 as shown)
Corner
Installation
(Install with arrow

on top of the bolt
oriented as shown)
SSTB28
SSTB28
Anchor Bolt
(Typ.)
SSTB283
Outer Edge of Concrete (Typ.)
1. This table applies to single story Wood Strong-Wall applications directly on

concrete. Two-story stacked applications may require high-strength anchors
(designed by others).
2. Additional applications may use the SSTB where the demand anchor tension
force is less than the allowable SSTB load shown in ICC-ES ESR-2611.
3. SW18x8/9, SW24x8/9, SW32x9, SW48x8/9/10 under seismic loading may use
SSTB28 with no load reductions. Maximum anchor tension force for all other
models shall be limited to 10,460 lbs (Wind and SDC A&B), and
8,785 lbs. (SDC C-F).
Plan View of SSTB Placement in Concrete
1 3/4"
Midwall
Corner
Length
SW16
SW22
SW18
SW24
SW32
SW48
Slab on Grade
Corner
Installation
Wood Strong-Wall
Minimum SSTB Anchor Requirements1,2
Slab not
shown for
clarity
11 1/4"
max.
12"
1 1/2"
12"
4" min.
Slab Edge
1 3/4"
Corner
11 1/4"
max.
1 1/2"
Plan View
Perspective View
Step-down end
Slab not
shown for
clarity
6"
4" min.
12"
Slab Garage Curb
16" min.
Perspective View
4" min.
Plan View
Interior shear bolts not shown for clarity
67

Wood Strong-Wall Concrete Templates
Strong-Wall Template Model No.
Strong-Wall Width
Panel
Steel
Model
(in.) Exterior Interior
CMU
Form
Form
SW16
16
SWT16 SWTI16 SWTPF16 SWTSF16 SWTCMU16
SW18
18
SW22
22
SW24
24
SW32
32
SW48
48
Wood Strong-Wall
1. The height of the garage curb above the garage slab is critical for rough
header opening on portal walls.
2. See Garage Portal on page 60 for curb height tables.
3. Raised-Floor Wood Strong-Wall shearwalls require 1 1/2" or 3" of
concrete on either side. Allow 1 1/2" or 3" of concrete on either side of the
template if the design is for a wood 1st-floor or 2nd-floor application.
4. For RF Raised-Floor walls, use the corresponding Standard Wood
Strong-Wall shearwall template as required.
6. Foundation design by Designer.
7. Templates are the same for 4" or 6" thick walls.
1 1/2" or 3"
for -RF
walls
5/8" AB for 3x sill

5"
Template must
be set in for
-RF walls.
See footnote 3.
PAB7 or
SSTB28 or SSTB34
5/8" AB for 3x sill
1 1/2" or 3"
for -RF
walls
5"
PAB7 or
SSTB28 or SSTB34
SWT Exterior Template
SWT Exterior Template
(For 2x form boards)

U.S. Patent 7,445,192
(For 2x form boards,

raised-floor installation)
1 1/2" or 3"
for -RF
walls
SWTCMU
(for CMU)
U.S. Patent 7,445,192
SSTB28
or PAB7
PAB7 or
SSTB28 or SSTB34
5"
Top of concrete
5/8" AB for
3x sill
5/8" AB
for
3x sill
5"
SWTI Interior Template

(For 2x4 above concrete)
U.S. Patent 7,445,192
SSTB28
or PAB7
1 1/2" or 3" for -RF walls
SWTSF Template
(For steel form systems)
U.S. Patent 7,445,192
5/8" AB for
3x sill
Typical SWTCMU Installation
5"
Wood Strong-Wall Shearwall Anchor-Bolt Layout

Distance From
Distance From
Distance
From
Distance
Exterior Face of Distance
End
of
Wall
From
Center
End of Wall to From Center to
Wall
Sheathing
to
to Center of
to Center of
Center of
Center of
Model Holdown
of All Mudsill
Anchor Holdown Anchor Center
Anchors2 Mudsill Anchors
4
Bolts
(A) (in.)
(B) (in.)
(D) (in.)
(E) (in.)
(C) (in.)
SW16
SW18
SW22
SW24
SW32
SW48
68
3 7/8
3 7/8
3 7/8
3 7/8
3 7/8
3 7/8
8 1/4
10 1/4
14 1/4
16 1/4
24 1/4
40 1/4
2 1/41
2
2 1/41
2
2
2
6 3/4
7
9
8 5/8
8 1/2
9
1. SW16 and SW22 sheathing extends 1/2" past the face of adjacent framing.
2. SW48 walls have 3 mudsill anchor bolts. Dimension shown is to first bolt from edge.
4. Dimension is the same for 4" or 6" thick wall models.
2 1/2
4
4
6 3/4
15
15
Top of concrete
5/8" AB for
3x sill
PAB7 or
SSTB28 or SSTB34
SWTPF Template
(For plywood panel forms)
U.S. Patent 7,445,192
A
B
C
Anchorage & Installation Details

Simpson Strong-Tie offers
complete structural details in
order to make the specification
and installation easier for
all Strong-Wall shearwalls.
Versions of these details are
available three ways:
Call 800-999-5099: Full-size, printed

sheets may be requested from our regional
branches at no charge
In this catalog: Smaller versions are
shown here for easy reference. Details are
numbered to coincide with full-size sheets,
although some have been left out
to eliminate redundancy
In This Section:
Steel Strong-Wall
Anchorage and Installation Details
Pages 70-85
(Sheets SSW1, SSW2, SSW3 and SSW4)
Strong-Wall SB
Pages 86-99
(Sheets SWSB1, SWSB2, SWSB3
and SWSB4)
Online at www.strongtie.com: Full-size

24"x36" detail sheets may be downloaded
at www.strongtie.com in DWG, DXF and
PDF formats
Wood Strong-Wall
Pages 100-108
(Sheets SW1, SW2, SWP and SWO)
69
Anchorage Details
STEEL STRONG-WALL ANCHORAGE TYPICAL SECTIONS

70
1/SSW1
Anchorage Details
SSWAB TENSION ANCHORAGE SCHEDULE 2500 PSI
2/SSW1
71
Anchorage Details
SSWAB TENSION ANCHORAGE SCHEDULE 3500/4500 PSI

72
3/SSW1
Anchorage Details
STEEL STRONG-WALL ANCHOR BOLT SHEAR ANCHORAGE
4/SSW1
73
Anchorage Details
PLACE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
WHERE
PLACE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
WHERE
INDICATED
BASED
ON REQUIRED
QUANTITY
INDICATED
BASED
ON REQUIRED
QUANTITY
13 21 4 2 4
(EX.
2 TIES
REQUIRED:
PLACE
AT
2
TIES
REQUIRED:
PLACE
AT
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
WHERE
2 (EX.
4
13 21 4 PLACE
PLACE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
LOCATIONS
MARKED
1 AND
2) WHERE
LOCATIONS
MARKED
1 AND
2) QUANTITY
INDICATED
BASED
ON
REQUIRED
BASEDPLACE
ON REQUIRED
QUANTITY
(EX. 2INDICATED
TIES REQUIRED:
AT
1 2 4
(EX. 2 TIES
REQUIRED:
PLACE AT
MARKED
1 AND 2)
3 1 2 LOCATIONS
4
PLACE ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
WHERE
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
PER PER
INDICATED4/SSW1
BASED
ON REQUIRED
QUANTITY
4/SSW1
WHEN
REQUIRED.
WHEN
REQUIRED.
(EX. 2 TIES
REQUIRED:
PLACE ATPER
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
3 1 2 4
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
PER
LOCATIONS
MARKED
1REQUIRED.
AND 2)
4/SSW1
WHEN
6 5
1 4
3 2
5 7
4 2 7
6 1 3
3 1 2 4
3
3 1 2 4
SSWAB1
SSWAB1
SSWAB1HS
SSWAB1HS
SSWAB1
SSWAB1
SSWAB1HS
3 1 2 4
SSWAB1HS
SSWAB1
SSWAB1HS
6 1 3 5 4 2 7
6 1 3 5 4 2 7
SSWAB
SSWAB
SSWABHS
SSWABHS
SSWAB
SSWAB
SSWABHS
SSWABHS
SSWAB
SSWABHS

CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
4/SSW1
WHEN REQUIRED.
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
TOP TOP
AND AND
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
TOP AND BOTTOM
BY REGISTERED
DESIGNREINFORCEMENT
PROFESSIONAL

CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
TOP TOP
AND AND
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
TOP AND BOTTOM
BY REGISTERED
DESIGNREINFORCEMENT
PROFESSIONAL

TOP AND
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE TIE
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
REINFORCEMENT
BY REGISTERED
REINFORCEMENT
BYPROFESSIONAL
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE
GRADE BEAMBY
SHEAR
TIE
REINFORCEMENT
REGISTERED
REINFORCEMENT
DESIGN
PROFESSIONALBY REGISTERED
DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
5" MAX
5" MAX
5" MAX
5" MAX
6 1 3 5 4 2 7
PLACE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
WHERE
PLACE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
WHERE
INDICATED
BASED
ON REQUIRED
QUANTITY
INDICATED
BASED
ON REQUIRED
QUANTITY
(EX.
2 TIES
REQUIRED:
PLACE
AT
(EX. ANCHOR
2
TIES
REQUIRED:
PLACE
AT
PLACE
REINFORCEMENT
WHERE
PLACE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
LOCATIONS
MARKED
1 AND
2) WHERE
LOCATIONS
MARKED
1 AND
2) QUANTITY
INDICATED
BASED
ON
REQUIRED
BASEDPLACE
ON REQUIRED
QUANTITY
(EX. 2INDICATED
TIES REQUIRED:
AT
(EX. 2 TIES
REQUIRED:
PLACE AT
LOCATIONS
MARKED
1 AND 2)
PLACE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
PER
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
PERWHERE
INDICATED
BASED
ON
REQUIRED
QUANTITY
4/SSW1
WHEN
REQUIRED.
4/SSW1
WHEN
REQUIRED.
(EX.
2 TIESREINFORCEMENT
REQUIRED: PLACE
AT
SHEAR
PER
LOCATIONS
MARKED
1 AND 2)
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
PER
4/SSW1
WHEN
REQUIRED.

TOP AND
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE TIE
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
REINFORCEMENT
BY REGISTERED
REINFORCEMENT
BYPROFESSIONAL
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE
GRADE BEAMBY
SHEAR
TIE
REINFORCEMENT
REGISTERED
REINFORCEMENT
DESIGN
DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
5" MAX
5" MAX
5" MAX
5" MAX
EQ.EQ.EQ.
EQ.EQ.EQ. 4
EQ.EQ.EQ.
3 EQ.EQ.EQ.
4
3
4
3
3
4
10" 10"10" 10"
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1 MAX MAX
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
10" MAX
10" MAXSSW1.1
10" MAX
MAX MAX
10" MAX
EQ.EQ.EQ.
EQ.EQ.EQ.
3
4
3
CLOSED
CLOSED
TIE4 TIE
EQ.EQ.EQ.
EQ.EQ.EQ.
EQUAL
SPACING ANCHOR
EQUAL
SPACING
10"
10"
3
4
3
4
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
REINFORCEMENT
CLOSED
TIE
CLOSED
TIE
5" MAX
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
5" MAX
10" MAX
10" MAX
MAX 10"
MAX 10"
PER PER
TABLE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
10" MAX
10" MAX
MAX MAX CLOSED
TIE TABLE
EQUAL SPACING
PER PER
TABLE
CLOSED
TIE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
CLOSED
TIE TABLE
EQUAL SPACING
PER TABLE
CLOSED
TIE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
1 GRADE
2 GRADE
1
2
GRADE
BEAM
ELEVATION
18",
AND
WALL
MODELS
BEAM
ELEVATION
18",
21"21"
AND
24"24"
WALL
MODELS
GRADE
ELEVATION
12"
AND
WALL
MODELS
BEAM
ELEVATION
AT
12"
AND
WALL
MODELS
EQ.EQ.EQ.
EQ.EQ.EQ. AT AT
PERAT
TABLE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
PER TABLE
3
4
3 BEAM
4 15"15"
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
10"
10"
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
PER TABLE
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
10" MAX
10" MAXAT SSW1.1
MAX MAX
1
2
GRADE
BEAM
ELEVATION
18", 21" AND 24" WALL MODELS
GRADE BEAM
ELEVATION
ATCLOSED
12" AND
15" WALL MODELS
TIE
1
2
GRADE BEAM ELEVATION AT 18", 21" AND 24" WALL MODELS
GRADE BEAM
ELEVATION
AT 12" AND 15" WALL MODELS
EQUAL
SPACING
SSW1.1 CLOSED
SSW1.1
TIE
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
PER TABLE
PER TABLE
NOTE:
NOTE:
1
GRADE
BEAM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
SSW1.1
NOTE:
IS FOR
ANCHORAGE
ONLY.
IS FOR
ANCHORAGE
ONLY.
NOTE:
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN
(SIZE
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN
(SIZE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
IS FOR
ANCHORAGE
ONLY.BY BY
REINFORCEMENT)
ANDAND
REINFORCEMENT)
IS
FOR
ANCHORAGE
ONLY.
GRADE
BEAM DESIGN
(SIZE
REGISTERED
DESIGN
REGISTERED
DESIGN
GRADE
BEAM DESIGN (SIZE
AND
REINFORCEMENT)
PROFESSIONAL. BY
PROFESSIONAL.
NOTE:
AND REINFORCEMENT)
BY
REGISTERED
ANCHORDESIGN
REINFORCEMENT
REGISTERED DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL.
IS FOR ANCHORAGE ONLY.
PROFESSIONAL.
GRADE BEAM DESIGN (SIZE
AND REINFORCEMENT) BY
REGISTERED DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL.
ELEVATION AT 18", 21" AND 24" WALL MODELS
2
SSW1.1
SSWAB
SSWAB
2/SSW1.1
GRADE BEAM ELEVATION AT 12" AND 15" WALL MODELS
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
PER PER
SSWAB 4/SSW1
WHEN
REQUIRED.
WHEN
REQUIRED.
SSWAB 4/SSW1
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
PER
4/SSW1
WHEN
REQUIRED.
OPTIONAL
OPTIONAL
COLD
JOINT
COLD
JOINT
OPTIONAL
COLDOPTIONAL
JOINT
COLD JOINT
SSWAB
16" 16"
12" 12"
D D
D 16" 12" 1
D 16" 2"
D 16" 12"
GRADE BEAM ELEVATION AT 12" AND 15"

WALL MODELS
1/SSW1.1
10" 10"
10"W
W
10"
OPTIONAL
OPTIONAL
COLD
JOINT
COLD
JOINT
OPTIONAL
4/SSW1 WHEN
REQUIRED.
OPTIONAL
COLD
JOINT
CLOSED
TIE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
TABLE.
CLOSED
TIE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
PER PER
TABLE.
JOINT
REQUIRED
10" WIDTH
DIFFER
FROM
GRADE
REQUIRED
10" COLD
WIDTH
MAY MAY
DIFFER
FROM
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE
REINFORCEMENT
WIDTH
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE REINFORCEMENT
WIDTH
THATTHAT
IS IS
CLOSED
TIE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
PER
TABLE.
DESIGNED
BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL.
DESIGNED
BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL.
CLOSED
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
PER TABLE.
REQUIRED
10"TIE
WIDTH
MAY DIFFER
FROM GRADE
WIDTH MAY DIFFER
FROM
GRADE
BEAMREQUIRED
SHEAR TIE10"
REINFORCEMENT
WIDTH
THAT
IS
OPTIONAL
LOCATE
CONTINUOUS
LOCATE
CONTINUOUS
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE REINFORCEMENT
WIDTH THAT IS
DESIGNED
BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN PROFESSIONAL.
COLD
JOINT
BAR
AT EACH
CORNER
BAR
AT EACH
CORNER
OF OFDESIGN PROFESSIONAL.
DESIGNED
BY
REGISTERED
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
LOCATE
CONTINUOUS
CLOSEDCONTINUOUS
TIE ANCHOR REINFORCEMENT PER TABLE.
LOCATE
BAR AT
EACH CORNER OF
REQUIRED
10"CORNER
WIDTH MAY
DIFFER FROM GRADE
BAR
AT EACH
OF
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE
REINFORCEMENT
WIDTH THAT IS
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
TOP
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
TOP
AND AND
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
DESIGNED
BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN PROFESSIONAL.
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
LOCATE
CONTINUOUS
CONTINUOUS
GRADE BEAM
TOP AND
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
BARAND
AT EACH
CORNER
OF
TOP
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
D: DEPTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
D: DEPTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
PROFESSIONAL
MIN).
PROFESSIONAL
(24" (24"
MIN).
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
W
D: DEPTH
BY BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN
W: AND
WIDTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
W: TOP
WIDTH
REGISTERED
DESIGN
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
W
D:
DEPTH
BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
(24"
MIN).
BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
PROFESSIONAL
(18"
PROFESSIONAL
(18"
MIN).MIN).
PROFESSIONAL
(24" MIN).
W: WIDTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
10"
W: WIDTH BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
(18"
MIN).
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
PROFESSIONAL (18" MIN).
W
D: DEPTH
BY REGISTERED DESIGN
3GRADE
3
GRADE
BEAM
SECTION
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
BEAM
SECTION
AT AT
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
3
GRADE BEAM SECTION AT ANCHORW:REINFORCEMENT
WIDTH BY REGISTERED DESIGN
3
GRADE BEAM SECTION AT ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
SSW1.1
PROFESSIONAL
(18" MIN).
SSW1.1
GRADE
BEAM SECTION AT ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
3
3/SSW1.1
OPTIONAL
COLD
JOINT
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE TIE
REINFORCEMENT
BY REGISTERED
REINFORCEMENT
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE
GRADE
BEAM
SHEAR
TIE
REINFORCEMENT
DESIGN
DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
TOP
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
TOP
AND AND
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
GRADE
BEAM SHEAR
TIE
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
REINFORCEMENT
BY REGISTERED
CONTINUOUS
GRADE
BEAM
TOP AND
BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
TOP AND BOTTOM
BY REGISTERED
DESIGNREINFORCEMENT
PROFESSIONAL
D D
D
D
D
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
TOP
AND BOTTOM
REINFORCEMENT
BY
DESIGN PROFESSIONAL
D:REGISTERED
DEPTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
D: DEPTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
PROFESSIONAL
PROFESSIONAL
(24" (24"
MIN).MIN).
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
D: DEPTH
BY BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN
W: WIDTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
W: WIDTH
REGISTERED
DESIGN
D: DEPTH BY(24"
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
MIN).
PROFESSIONAL
(18"
PROFESSIONAL
(18"
MIN).MIN).
PROFESSIONAL
(24" MIN).
W: WIDTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
W: WIDTH BY
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
(18"
MIN).
DIMENSIONING
NOTES:
PROFESSIONAL
(18"
MIN).
4 GRADE
4
GRADE
BEAM
SECTION
AWAY
FROM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
BEAM
SECTION
AWAY
FROM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
D:
DEPTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
4
GRADE BEAM SECTION AWAY FROM
REINFORCEMENT
W:ANCHOR
WIDTH
BY REGISTERED
DESIGN
4
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
SSW1.1
SSW1.1

4/SSW1.1
SSW
GRADE
BEAM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
SSW
GRADE
BEAM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
4
LRFD
APPLIED
DESIGN
LRFD
APPLIED
DESIGN
GRADE BEAM SECTION AT ANCHOR REINFORCEMENT
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
SSW GRADE BEAM ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
STEEL
STEEL
SSW1.1
STRONG-WALL
STRONG-WALL
STEEL
WIDTH
WIDTH
(in.) (in.)
STEEL
STRONG-WALL
STRONG-WALL
WIDTH
(in.)
(in.)
12" MODEL
12"WIDTH
MODEL
STEEL
12" MODEL
15"
MODEL
15"
MODEL
STRONG-WALL
12"
MODEL
WIDTH (in.)
15" MODEL
18"
MODEL
18"15"
MODEL
MODEL
ANCHOR
ANCHOR
MODEL
MODEL
NO. NO.
ANCHOR
ANCHOR
MODEL
NO.
MODEL
NO.
SSWAB3/4
SSWAB3/4
SSWAB3/4HS
SSWAB3/4HS
SSWAB3/4
ANCHOR
SSWAB3/4
SSWAB3/4HS
MODEL NO.
SSWAB3/4HS
SSWAB1
SSWAB1
SSWAB3/4
SSWAB1HS
SSWAB1HS
SSWAB3/4HS
SSWAB1
SSWAB1
SSWAB1HS
SSWAB1HS
ANCHOR
ANCHOR
DIAMETER
DIAMETER
(in.) (in.)
ANCHOR
ANCHOR
DIAMETER (in.)
DIAMETER (in.)
3/4 3/4
3/4ANCHOR
3/4
DIAMETER (in.)
1 3/41
3,8,9 3,8,9
SSW GRADE BEAM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
SSW1.1
WIND
SEISMIC
FORFOR
WIND
ANDAND
SEISMIC
4,5,6,74,5,6,7
SEISMIC
MOMENT
(ft.-lbs.)
SEISMIC
MOMENT
(ft.-lbs.)
LRFD APPLIED DESIGN
HIGH
STRENGTH
HIGH
STRENGTH
HIGH
STRENGTH
HIGH
STRENGTH
STANDARD
STANDARD
LRFD
APPLIED
DESIGN
4,5,6,7
STANDARD
STANDARD
ANCHOR
SEISMIC
MOMENT
(ft.-lbs.)
FOR WIND
ANDREINFORCEMENT
SEISMIC 3,8,9 3,8,9
SSWAB
(HS)
SSWAB
(HS)(HS)
SSWAB
(HS)4,5,6,7
SSWAB
STRENGTH
SSWAB
STRENGTH
SSWAB
STRENGTH
SSWAB
STRENGTH
SSWAB
SEISMIC
MOMENT (ft.-lbs.)
FOR
WIND AND SEISMIC
HIGH STRENGTH
HIGH STRENGTH
STANDARD
STANDARD
SSW GRADE
BEAM ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
2
2
2
2
HIGH
STRENGTH
HIGH
STRENGTH
STANDARD
STANDARD
(HS)
SSWAB
(HS) SSWAB
16,000
23,000
16,000
23,000
SSWAB
SSWAB
#4 CLOSED
5-CLOSED
#4 CLOSED
2- STRENGTH
#42-CLOSED
TIESTIES
PERPER
TIESTIES
PERPER
SSW1.1 5- #4
SSW1.1 STRENGTH
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
(HS) SSWAB
(HS) SSWAB
STRENGTH SSWAB
STRENGTH SSWAB
LRFD APPLIED DESIGN
2
2
4,5,6,7
16,000 SEISMIC MOMENT (ft.-lbs.)
23,000
FOR
WIND
2 2 2AND
2- #4 CLOSED TIES PER
5- #4SEISMIC
CLOSED3,8,9
TIES PER SSW1.12 2 2
SSW1.1
36,000
44,000
36,000
44,000
#4
CLOSED
TIES
PER
#4
CLOSED
TIES
PER
4- 2#44CLOSED
TIES
PER
#47CLOSED
TIES
PER
16,000
23,000
#4
CLOSED
TIES
PER
#4
CLOSED
TIES
PER
SSW1.1 7- 5SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
HIGH STRENGTH
HIGH STRENGTH
STANDARD
STANDARD
2
2
(HS) SSWAB
36,000
44,000
STRENGTH
SSWAB
STRENGTH
SSWAB
4- #4 CLOSED
TIES PER
7- #4 CLOSED(HS)
TIESSSWAB
PER SSW1.1 2
SSW1.1 2
48,000
61,000
48,000
61,000
36,000
44,000
4- #4 CLOSED TIES PER SSW1.1
2
23,000
61,000
77,000
77,000
61,000
36,000
44,000
59,000
77,000
271,000
87,000
71,000
87,000
59,000
77,000
48,000
61,000
18" MODEL
71,000
87,000
24" MODEL
SSWAB1
NOTES:
NOTES:
71,000
87,000
1
24" MODEL
SSWAB1HS
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
CONFORMS
TO 318-11,
ACI 318-11,
SECTION
D.5.2.9
PERFORMANCE
VALIDATED
THROUGH
SCALE
1. 1.ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
CONFORMS
TO ACI
SECTION
D.5.2.9
ANDAND
PERFORMANCE
WASWAS
VALIDATED
THROUGH
FULLFULL
SCALE
TESTING.
1
1 TESTING.
59,000
77,000
21" MODEL
NOTES:
MINIMUM
CONCRETE
COMPRESSIVE
STRENGTH,
= 2500
2. 2.
MINIMUM
CONCRETE
COMPRESSIVE
STRENGTH,
f'c = f'c
2500
psi. psi.
NOTES:
1. 3. ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
CONFORMS
TOTO
ACIBE
318-11,
SECTION
D.5.2.9
AND
PERFORMANCE
3.
CLOSED
TIE ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
TO
BE ASTM
GRADE
60 (MIN)
#4 REBAR. WAS VALIDATED THROUGH FULL SCALE TESTING.
CLOSED
TIE ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
ASTM
A615A615
GRADE
60 (MIN)
#4 REBAR.
1. ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
CONFORMS
TO ACI
318-11,
SECTION D.5.2.9 AND PERFORMANCE WAS VALIDATED THROUGH FULL SCALE TESTING.
2. 4. MINIMUM
COMPRESSIVE
STRENGTH,
f'c =
2500 psi.
71,000
87,000 PROJECT
4.
GRADE
BEAM
LONGITUDINAL
TIE REINFORCEMENT
SHALL
BE SPECIFIED
BY THE
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
FLEXURE
SHEAR
LOADING.
DESIGN
SHOULD
CONSIDER
PROJECT
GRADE
BEAM
LONGITUDINAL
ANDAND
TIE
REINFORCEMENT
SHALL
BE SPECIFIED
BY THE
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
FORFOR
FLEXURE
ANDAND
SHEAR
LOADING.
DESIGN
SHOULD
CONSIDER
24"CONCRETE
MODEL
2. MINIMUM
CONCRETE
COMPRESSIVETO
STRENGTH,
f'c = 2500
psi.60 (MIN) #4 REBAR.
3. CLOSED
TIE DESIGN
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
BESOIL
ASTM
A615
GRADE
SPECIFIC
DESIGN
LOADS
ALLOWABLE
SOIL
PRESSURE.
SPECIFIC
LOADS
ANDAND
ALLOWABLE
PRESSURE.
3. CLOSED
TIE
TO BE ASTMSHALL
A615 GRADE
60 (MIN)BY
#4THE
REBAR.
4. 5. GRADE
BEAM
LONGITUDINAL
AND TIE REINFORCEMENT
BE
SPECIFIED
REGISTERED
DESIGN
PROFESSIONAL
FOR GRADE
FLEXURE
AND
SHEAR
LOADING.
DESIGN
SHOULD
CONSIDER
5.
SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
RECOMMENDS
USING
TABULATED
MINIMUM
LRFD
APPLIED
SEISMIC
DESIGN
MOMENT
TO ENSURE
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN
FLEXURE
AND
SHEAR
STRENGTH
ISPROJECT
ADEQUATE
SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
RECOMMENDS
USING
THETHE
TABULATED
MINIMUM
LRFD
APPLIED
SEISMIC
DESIGN
MOMENT
TO ENSURE
BEAM
DESIGN
FLEXURE
AND
SHEAR
STRENGTH
IS ADEQUATE
TO TO
NOTES:
4. GRADE
BEAM LOADS
LONGITUDINAL
AND TIE REINFORCEMENT
SHALL BE SPECIFIED BY THE REGISTERED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL FOR FLEXURE AND SHEAR LOADING. DESIGN SHOULD CONSIDER PROJECT
SPECIFIC
DESIGN
AND
ALLOWABLE
SOIL
PRESSURE.
PREVENT
PLASTIC
HINGE
FORMATION
UNDER
DEMANDS
ASSOCIATED
WITH
ANCHORAGE
FORCES
CORRESPONDING
TO
ACISCALE
318-11,
SECTION
D.3.3.4.3.
PLASTIC
HINGE
FORMATION
UNDER
DEMANDS
ASSOCIATED
WITH
ANCHORAGE
FORCES
TO ACI
318-11,
SECTION
D.3.3.4.3.
1. PREVENT
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
CONFORMS
TO
ACI
318-11,
SECTION
D.5.2.9
AND
PERFORMANCE
WASCORRESPONDING
VALIDATED
THROUGH
FULL
TESTING.
SPECIFIC
DESIGN LOADS
AND ALLOWABLE
SOIL
PRESSURE.
5. 6. SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
RECOMMENDS
USING
THE
TABULATED
MINIMUM
LRFD
APPLIED
SEISMIC
DESIGN
MOMENT
TOTHE
ENSURE
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGNMOMENT
FLEXURE
AND
SHEAR
STRENGTH
IS
ADEQUATE
TO
DESIGNER
MAY
REDUCED
MOMENT
DUE
TOf'cAPPLIED
SSW
LATERAL
LOAD.
MINIMUM
MOMENT
SHALL
BE
LESSER
OF THE
TABULATED
MOMENT
OR
THE
AMPLIFIED
LRFD
DESIGN
MOMENT
DESIGNER
MAY
USEUSE
REDUCED
MOMENT
DUE
TO
APPLIED
SSW
LATERAL
LOAD.
MINIMUM
MOMENT
SHALL
BE THE
LESSER
OF
THE
TABULATED
OR
THE
AMPLIFIED
LRFD
DESIGN
MOMENT
2.6.
MINIMUM
CONCRETE
COMPRESSIVE
STRENGTH,
= 2500
psi.
5. SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
RECOMMENDS
USING
THE TABULATED
MINIMUM
LRFD APPLIEDFORCES
SEISMICCORRESPONDING
DESIGN MOMENTTO
TOACI
ENSURE
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN FLEXURE AND SHEAR STRENGTH IS ADEQUATE TO
PREVENT
PLASTIC
HINGE
FORMATION
DEMANDS
ASSOCIATED
WITH
ANCHORAGE
318-11,
SECTION
D.3.3.4.3.
FOR
SEISMIC:
(ASD
SHEAR/0.7)
x SSW
HEIGHT
FOR
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN.
SEISMIC:
SHEAR/0.7)
x oxUNDER
xo
SSW
HEIGHT
FOR
GRADE
BEAM
3. FOR
CLOSED
TIE(ASD
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
TO
BE
ASTM
A615
GRADE
60DESIGN.
(MIN)
#4 REBAR.
PREVENT
PLASTIC
HINGE FORMATION
UNDER
DEMANDS
ASSOCIATED
WITHMINIMUM
ANCHORAGE
FORCES
CORRESPONDING
TO
318-11, SECTIONMOMENT
D.3.3.4.3.OR THE AMPLIFIED LRFD DESIGN MOMENT
6. 7. DESIGNER
MAY
USE
REDUCED
MOMENT
DUE
TOFOR
APPLIED
LATERAL
LOAD.
MOMENT
SHALL
BE
THE
LESSER
OF1ACI
THE
MINIMUM
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN
WIND
AND
SEISMIC
IN
SEISMIC
DESIGN
CATEGORY
A
AND
B PROFESSIONAL
AND
DETACHED
1 TABULATED
AND
2 FAMILY
DWELLINGS
IN SDC
C:DESIGN
(ASD
SHEAR/0.6)
x SSW
HEIGHT.
MINIMUM
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN
MOMENT
FOR
WIND
ANDSSW
SEISMIC
IN SEISMIC
DESIGN
CATEGORY
A AND
B AND
DETACHED
AND
2 FAMILY
DWELLINGS
IN LOADING.
SDC
C: (ASD
SHEAR/0.6)
x SSW
HEIGHT.
4.7.
GRADE
BEAM
LONGITUDINAL
ANDMOMENT
TIE
REINFORCEMENT
SHALL
BE
SPECIFIED
BY
THE
REGISTERED
DESIGN
FOR
FLEXURE
AND
SHEAR
SHOULD
CONSIDER
PROJECT
6. DESIGNER
MAYSHEAR/0.7)
USE REDUCED
MOMENT
DUE TO
APPLIED
SSW
LATERAL
LOAD. MINIMUM MOMENT SHALL BE THE LESSER OF THE TABULATED MOMENT OR THE AMPLIFIED LRFD DESIGN MOMENT
SEISMIC:
x oPIECE
x HOOP
SSWHOOP
HEIGHT
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN.
8.
CLOSED
TIE MAY
BE SINGLE
ORFOR
TWO
PIECE
ASSEMBLY
WITH
A U-STIRRUP
WITH
STANDARD
135 DEGREE
HOOKS
A TOP
CROSS
TIE CAP.
DETAIL
6/SSW1.1.
8. FOR
CLOSED
TIE(ASD
MAY
BE LOADS
SINGLE
PIECE
OR TWO
PIECE
ASSEMBLY
WITH
A U-STIRRUP
WITH
STANDARD
135 DEGREE
HOOKS
ANDAND
A TOP
CROSS
TIE CAP.
SEESEE
DETAIL
6/SSW1.1.
SPECIFIC
DESIGN
AND
ALLOWABLE
SOIL
PRESSURE.
FOR
SEISMIC:
(ASD
SHEAR/0.7)
x
o
x
SSW
HEIGHT
FOR
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN.
7. 9. MINIMUM
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN
MOMENT
FOR
WIND
AND
SEISMIC
IN
SEISMICINSTALLATION
DESIGN
CATEGORY
A AND
BREQUIREMENTS.
AND
DETACHED
1CLOSED
AND
2 FAMILY
DWELLINGS
INFLEXURE
SDC C: (ASD
SHEAR/0.6)
x SSW
HEIGHT.
SEE
DETAILS
FOR
GRADE
BEAM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
PLACEMENT,
INSTALLATION
AND
SPACING
REQUIREMENTS.
CLOSED
TIEBEAM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
QUANTITY
IS
PER
WALL
FOR
THE12"
SEE
DETAILS
FOR
GRADE
BEAM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
PLACEMENT,
AND
SPACING
TIE ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
QUANTITY
PER
WALL
FOR
THE12"
5.9.
SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
RECOMMENDS
USING
THE
TABULATED
MINIMUM
LRFD
APPLIED
SEISMIC
DESIGN
MOMENT
TO ENSURE
GRADE
DESIGN
AND
SHEARISSTRENGTH
IS
ADEQUATE
TO
7.
MINIMUM
GRADE
BEAM
DESIGN
MOMENT
FOR
WIND
AND
SEISMIC
IN
SEISMIC
DESIGN
CATEGORY
A
AND
B
AND
DETACHED
1
AND
2
FAMILY
DWELLINGS
IN
SDC
C:
(ASD
SHEAR/0.6)
x
SSW
HEIGHT.
8. CLOSED
TIE
MAY
BE SINGLE
PIECE
OR
TWO
PIECE
ASSEMBLY
WITH
U-STIRRUP
WITH STANDARD
135 DEGREE HOOKS
AND318-11,
A TOP SECTION
CROSS TIE
CAP. SEE DETAIL 6/SSW1.1.
AND
15"
WALL
MODELS,
AND
PER
ANCHOR
THE
18",
21" AND
24" A
MODELS.
AND
15"
WALL
MODELS,
AND
PERHOOP
ANCHOR
FORFOR
THE
18",
21" ASSOCIATED
AND
24"
MODELS.
PREVENT
PLASTIC
HINGE
FORMATION
UNDER
DEMANDS
WITH
ANCHORAGE
FORCES CORRESPONDING
TO ACI
D.3.3.4.3.
8. CLOSED
TIE
MAY
BE SINGLE
PIECE HOOP
OR TWO PIECE
ASSEMBLY WITH
A U-STIRRUP
STANDARD 135 DEGREE
HOOKSTIE
AND
A TOP CROSS
TIE CAP. SEE
DETAIL IS
6/SSW1.1.
9. SEE
FOR
GRADE
BEAM ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
PLACEMENT,
INSTALLATION
ANDWITH
SPACING
CLOSED
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
QUANTITY
PER WALL
THE12"
6. DETAILS
DESIGNER
MAY
USE REDUCED
MOMENT
DUE TO APPLIED
SSW LATERAL
LOAD. MINIMUM
MOMENTREQUIREMENTS.
SHALL BE THE LESSER
OF THE
TABULATED
MOMENT OR
THE AMPLIFIED
LRFD FOR
DESIGN
MOMENT
9.
SEE
DETAILS
FOR
GRADE
BEAM
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
PLACEMENT,
INSTALLATION
AND
SPACING
REQUIREMENTS.
CLOSED
TIE
ANCHOR
REINFORCEMENT
QUANTITY
IS
PER
WALL
FOR
THE12"
AND 15"
MODELS,
PER ANCHOR
18", FOR
21" AND
24" MODELS.
FORWALL
SEISMIC:
(ASD AND
SHEAR/0.7)
x o x FOR
SSW THE
HEIGHT
GRADE
BEAM DESIGN.
AND 15" WALL MODELS, AND PER ANCHOR FOR THE 18", 21" AND 24" MODELS.
7. MINIMUM GRADE BEAM DESIGN MOMENT FOR WIND AND SEISMIC IN SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY A AND B AND DETACHED 1 AND 2 FAMILY DWELLINGS IN SDC C: (ASD SHEAR/0.6) x SSW HEIGHT.
8. CLOSED TIE MAY BE SINGLE PIECE HOOP OR TWO PIECE ASSEMBLY WITH A U-STIRRUP WITH STANDARD 135 DEGREE HOOKS AND A TOP CROSS TIE CAP. SEE DETAIL 6/SSW1.1.
9. SEE DETAILS FOR GRADE BEAM ANCHOR REINFORCEMENT PLACEMENT, INSTALLATION AND SPACING REQUIREMENTS. CLOSED TIE ANCHOR REINFORCEMENT QUANTITY IS PER WALL FOR THE12"
AND 15" WALL MODELS, AND PER ANCHOR FOR THE 18", 21" AND 24" MODELS.
12" MODEL
18" MODEL
21"
MODEL
21"18"
MODEL
MODEL
15" MODEL
21" MODEL
24"
MODEL
24"21"
MODEL
MODEL

1
1
1
1
#4 CLOSED
4-CLOSED
#4 CLOSED
2- #42-CLOSED
TIESTIES
PERPER
TIESTIES
PERPER
SSW1.1 4- #4
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
SSW1.1
2
1
#4 CLOSED TIES PER SSW1.1 SSW1.1
41
16,000
48,000
59,000
59,000
48,000
1
#4 CLOSED TIES PER SSW1.1 SSW1.1
1
SSWABANCHOR
ANCHORGRADE
GRADEBEAM
BEAMREINF.
REINF.AND
ANDDESIGN
DESIGNMOMENTS
MOMENTS 5/SSW1.1
5/SSW1.1
SSWAB
SSWAB
ANCHOR
GRADE
BEAM
REINF.
AND
DESIGN
MOMENTS
5/SSW1.1
SSWAB ANCHOR GRADE BEAM REINF. AND DESIGN MOMENTS
5/SSW1.1
SSWAB
ANCHOR
GRADE
BEAM REINF.
DESIGN
MOMENTS
SSWAB
ANCHOR
GRADE BEAM
REINFORCEMENT
ANDAND
DESIGN
MOMENTS
74
5/SSW1.1
5/SSW1.1
GRADE BEAM ELEVATION AT 18", 21" AND 24"

WALL MODELS
2/SSW2
SINGLE-STORY STEEL STRONG-WALL SHEARWALL ON CONCRETE
STEEL STRONG-WALL SHEARWALL ON CONCRETE
4/SSW2
75
76
ALTERNATE GARAGE WALL OPTIONS
3/SSW2
TOP OF WALL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS
5/SSW2
MULTI-PLY HEADERS
11/SSW2
77
78

TWO-STORY STACKED
6/SSW2
ALTERNATE 1ST FLOOR WOOD FRAMING
7/SSW2
TWO-STORY STACKED FLOOR SECTION
8/SSW2
79
TWO-STORY STACKED FLOOR FRAMING

80
9/SSW2
FIRST FLOOR AT WOOD FRAMING
10/SSW2
81
82

BALLOON FRAMING
1/SSW3
BALLOON FRAMING BASE PLATE CONNECTION
2/SSW3
BALLOON FRAMING AT WOOD FLOOR
3/SSW3
83
BALLOON FRAMING TOP OF WALL CONNECTION
BALLOON FRAMING WALL TO WALL CONNECTION

84
4/SSW3
5/SSW3
318" MIN WIDTH HEADER BY OTHERS.
SEE
4
. SEE
FOR MULTI-PLY
HEADER REQUIREMENTS
PORTAL STRAP AND

#14 SELF-DRILLING SCREWS
(PROVIDED WITH SSWP-KT)
LSTA24 STRAP (MIN.)
AT BEAM TO POST
HEADER SUPPORT POST

(DESIGN BY OTHERS)
SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
STHD10
HOLDOWN (MIN.)
STEEL STRONG-WALL SHEARWALL

(EXTERIOR FACE)
COLUMN BASE
(DESIGN BY OTHERS)
SIM.
H
CURB
SINGLE PORTAL ASSEMBLY
NOTE:
LOAD PATH DESIGN AND
DETAILS ABOVE HEADER TO
BE PROVIDED BY OTHERS.
FIELD NAIL PORTAL STRAP

TO HEADER WITH (10) 10dX212 MIN. NAILS.
FASTEN STRAP TO PANEL
WITH (4) #14 SELF-DRILLING SCREWS.
(SCREWS PROVIDED WITH SSWP-KT)
1
SDS 4"x3 2" SCREWS

(PROVIDED)
NOTE:
STRAPS MUST BE INSTALLED
ON EXTERIOR FACE OF SSW
PANEL. POSITION HEADER
FLUSH WITH EXTERIOR
FACE OF SSW PANEL.
PORTAL TOP CONNECTION
1/SSW4
FULL LENGTH GARAGE HEADER

(DESIGN BY OT HERS)
MINIMUM SIZE SHALL BE:
4x12 DFL
31/8X12 GLB
ALTERNATE HEADERS ALLOWED.
(DESIGN BY OTHERS)
FOR MULTI-PLY HEADER REQUIREMENTS
SEE
8' MIN. 16' - 4" MAX.
ALIGN NOTCH ON STRAP

WITH BOTTOM OF HEADER.
7/8" MAX. SHIM ALLOWED BETWEEN
PANEL AND BEAM (NOT SHOWN).
PORTAL STRAP AND
#14 SELF-DRILLING SCREWS.
(PROVIDED WITH SSWP-KT)
STEEL STRONG-WALL SHEARWALL
(EXTERIOR FACE)
4/SSW4
85
STRONG-WALL SB ANCHORAGE TYPICAL SECTIONS

86
1/SWSB1
SWSB-AB TENSION ANCHORAGE SCHEDULE
2/SWSB1
87
L h MIN
Lt
4" MIN
3"
3"
#3 HAIRPIN,
GRADE 60 REBAR (MIN.)
#3 TIE, GRADE 60
REBAR (MIN.)
FIELD TIE AND SECURE DURING

CONCRETE PLACEMENT. OVERLAP
VARIES WITH BOLT SPACING.
FIELD TIE AND SECURE DURING

CONCRETE PLACEMENT.
ANCHOR BOLT
ANCHOR BOLT
HAIRPIN SHEAR REINFORCEMENT
TIE SHEAR REINFORCEMENT
ANCHOR BOLT
#3 HAIRPIN (#3 TIE SIMILAR).

SEE TABLE FOR REQUIRED
QUANTITY.
11 2" CLR
ANCHOR BOLT
#3 HAIRPIN (#3 TIE SIMILAR).
SEE TABLE FOR REQUIRED
QUANTITY.
11 2" CLR
A
(GARAGE CURB SHOWN. OTHER FOOTING TYPES SIMILAR. )
REGISTERED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL

IS PERMITTED TO MODIFY DETAILS
FOR SPECIFIC CONDITIONS.
STRONG-WALL SB SHEAR ANCHORAGE

SEISMIC3
WIND4
MODEL
Lt
OR
Lh
(in.)
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
MINIMUM
CURB/
STEMWALL
WIDTH (in.)
SHEAR
REINFORCEMENT
MINIMUM
CURB/
STEMWALL
WIDTH (in.)
UNCRACKED
CRACKED
SWSB12
101 4
(1) #3 TIE
NONE REQUIRED
1035
740
SWSB18
15
(1) #3 HAIRPIN
(1) #3 HAIRPIN
SWSB24
19
(1) #3 HAIRPIN
(1) #3 HAIRPIN
ASD ALLOWABLE SHEAR LOAD,

V (lbs.)5
HAIRPIN REINFORCEMENT ACHIEVES

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE SHEAR LOAD
OF THE SWSB
NOTES:
1. SHEAR ANCHORAGE DESIGNS CONFORM TO ACI 318-11 AND ASSUME MINIMUM 2,500 PSI CONCRETE.
2. TIE OR HAIRPIN REINFORCEMENT IS NOT REQUIRED FOR INTERIOR FOUNDATION APPLICATIONS (PANEL INSTALLED AWAY FROM EDGE OF CONCRETE), OR
BRACED WALL PANEL APPLICATIONS.
3. SEISMIC INDICATES SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY C THROUGH F. DETACHED 1 AND 2 FAMILY DWELLINGS IN SDC C MAY USE WIND ANCHORAGE SOLUTIONS.
4. WIND INCLUDES SEISMIC DESIGN CATEGORY A AND B AND DETACHED 1 AND 2 FAMILY DWELLINGS IN SDC C.
5. USE (1) #3 TIE FOR SWSB12 WHEN WALL DESIGN SHEAR FORCE EXCEEDS TABULATED ANCHORAGE ALLOWABLE SHEAR LOAD.
STRONG-WALL SB SHEAR ANCHORAGE SCHEDULE AND DETAILS

88
5/SWSB1
SECTION A-A
HAIRPIN INSTALLATION
SINGLE STORY SWSB ON CONCRETE
2/SWSB2
89
WOOD FLOOR SYSTEM INSTALLATION

90
3/SWSB2
SCREW SPACING OPTIONS
4/SWSB2
91
END OF PANEL TO NEAREST
SCREW (SEE TABLE)
A
INSTALL SDS 14" x 6 3 4"

PROVIDED WITH THE PANEL.
INSTALL IN 2 ROWS AND
COUNTERSINK AS REQUIRED.
SEE 4/SWSB2 FOR SCREW
SPACING REQUIREMENTS
(4) SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
LTP4 OR A35
FRAMING
ANCHORS
(2 FRONT, 2
BACK) FILL ALL
HOLES
2x4 FULL LENGTH
STUD EACH SIDE
NO HOLES IN
THIS AREA
ATTACH STUDS
TO PANEL WITH
10d (0.148"x3")
NAILS AT 16" O.C.
HOLES ALLOWED BELOW THIS

LINE. MAINTAIN 4" MINIMUM
CLEARANCE FROM LOW END.
SEE 6/SWSB2 FOR ALLOWABLE
HOLE ZONES
INSTALLATION NOTES :
1. ACTUAL CUT LENGTH (L) MUST BE GREATER THAN OR EQUAL TO PANEL WIDTH (W).
2. THIS DETAIL APPLICABLE FOR SLOPES UP TO 12:12.
3. PANELS TALLER THAN 12' MUST BE DESIGNED FOR THE APPLICATION.
DOUBLE
TOP PLATES
SECTION VIEW
FOR 2X6 OR
WIDER WALL
SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
A35 FRAMING
ANCHORS
SIMPSON
STRONG-TIE
LTP4 FRAMING
ANCHORS
4" MIN
CLEARANCE
STRONG-WALL SB
END DISTANCE FOR SCREWS

SLOPE
DIST. A (IN.)
DIST. B (IN.)
0:12 - 4:12
5:12 - 8:12
9:12 - 12:12
2
1 1/2
1/2
3
4 1/2
5 1/2
1. MAINTAIN END DISTANCES TO PREVENT SCREWS FROM

PENETRATING THROUGH THE OUTER EDGES.
2. INSTALL SCREWS PERPENDICULAR TO THE TOP PLATE.
3. EDGE DISTANCES ASSUME DOUBLE TOP PLATE.
RAKE WALL
92
5/SWSB2
TRIM ZONES AND ALLOWABLE HOLES
6/SWSB2
93
TWO-STORY STACKED ELEVATION

94
2/SWSB3
TWO-STORY STACKED INSTALLATION
3/SWSB3
95
TWO-STORY STACKED SCREW SPACING OPTIONS

96
4/SWSB3
BALLOON FRAMING OVER 18 FT. TALL
5/SWSB3
97
HEADER
SDS 1
3
SWSB4
6
4" x 6 4" FOR 12" WIDE SWSB, PROVIDED
8 SDS 1 4" x 6 3 4" FOR 18" WIDE SWSB, PROVIDED
12 SDS1 4" x 6 3 4" FOR 24" WIDE SWSB, PROVIDED
4 PORTAL STRAPS (2 PER SIDE), PROVIDED
FIELD INSTALLED WITH 0.148" x 2 3 8" NAILS (MIN. SIZE)
LSTA12 STRAP (MIN.)

EACH SIDE AT BEAM TO
POST (1000 LBS. UPLIFT
CAPACITY MIN.)
(BY OTHERS)
UTILITY CHASE
8' TO 18'-6" CLEAR SPAN
SWSB DESIGNED TO
PROVIDE 18" GAP BETWEEN
WOOD AT BOTTOM OF
SWSB AND CONCRETE
ENSURE CONCRETE IS
LEVEL AND SMOOTH
BENEATH PANEL. GRIND OR
FILL AS NECESSARY
SWSB BODY
STHD10 HOLDOWN (1000 LBS.

UPLIFT CAPACITY MIN.)
(BY OTHERS)
HOLDOWN BRACKET
HOLDOWN NUT
FOUNDATION
(SEE SHEET SWSB1
FOR ANCHORAGE SOLUTIONS)
TIE OR HAIRPIN
WHEN REQUIRED
STRONG-WALL SB SINGLE WALL PORTAL
1/SWSB4
STRONG-WALL SB DOUBLE WALL PORTAL
2/SWSB4
HOLDOWN WASHER
98
MINIMUM 3" x 3 12" COLUMN
3/SWSB4
SWSB PORTAL OFFSET HEADER CONNECTION
5/SWSB4
SWSB PORTAL SCREW DETAIL
99
100
ANCHORAGETYPICAL SECTIONS
1/SW1
ANCHORAGE SCHEDULE
STANDARD WALL SILL
3/SW1
RAISED FLOOR WALL SILL
2/SW1
4/SW1
RAISED FLOOR WALL SECTION
5/SW1
TOP PLATE CONNECTION
6/SW1
SHIM BLOCK ON STD. & RF WALLS
7/SW1
CRIPPLE WALL ON STD. & RF WALLS
8/SW1
SSTB ANCHORAGE (Slab on Grade)
9/SW1
SSTB ANCHORAGE (Conc. Stemwall)
10/SW1
101
102
STANDARD WALL SILL (Stacked)
3/SW2
RAISED FLOOR WALL SILL (Stacked)
4/SW2
5/SW2
NON-STACKED WALL (Slab on Grade)
6/SW2
RAISED FLOOR WALL SECTION
103
104
NON-STACKED WALL (Wood Floor)
7/SW2
SECOND FLOOR (Stacked)
8/SW2
9/SW2
SECOND FLOOR (Offset Wall)
10/SW2
SECOND FLOOR SECTION
11/SW2
NON-STACKED STRONG-WALL PANEL 13/SW2
SECOND FLOOR ( Post Only Below)
105
106
SSTB ANCHORAGE
1/SWP
PORTAL WALL SILL
2/SWP
TOP OF WALL CONNECTION
3/SWP
TOP OF WALL CONNECTION
4/SWP
4" PORTAL WALL SECTION
5/SWP
5.75" PORTAL WALL SECTION
6/SWP
1/SWO
18" & 24" STANDARD OR RF WALL
2/SWO
16" & 22" PORTAL WALL
107
108
32" STANDARD OR RF WALL
4/SWO
48" STANDARD OR RF WALL
5/SWO
Notes
109
Notes
110
Notes
111
Notes
112
Notes
113
Notes
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Steel Strong-Wall Product Data

Anchor Number Total

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Steel Strong-Wall Shearwalls

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