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Seismic-resistant screw for wood residential buildings certified by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism. Wall shear factor of 5 with single-side installation, fastening structural plywood 9 mm to shear walls in wood post-and-beam construction and framed wall construction.

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Specifications

Wall factor (wood post-and-beam method) 5 倍
Wall factor (wood post-and-beam method, conditional) 3.6 倍
Wall factor (wood frame construction method) 4.6 倍
Applicable structural plywood 9 mm
Outer peripheral nail spacing (wood post-and-beam 5x) 100 mm
Center Through-Nail Spacing 300 mm
Outer peripheral nail spacing (wood post-and-beam 3.6x) 200 mm

How to choose Fastening Parts

Points to check when selecting, with the values for this product (Moxx).

  1. 1. Select a nominal diameter suited to the substrate and load

    The nominal diameter is the outer diameter of the thread. A larger diameter increases pull-out and shear resistance, but it must pass through the hole in the mounted item. Listed examples are 4 mm, 5 mm and 6 mm; determine the size by matching the hole diameter of the bracket and the weight of the suspended equipment.

  2. 2. Determine the overall length from item thickness plus required embedment

    The overall length L of listed products is 35 to 80 mm. The remaining length after subtracting the thickness of the mounted item (band or bracket) is the embedment depth into the substrate, so for soft substrates such as ALC panels choose a length that secures sufficient embedment. Also confirm that the screw does not pass through the back of the substrate thickness.

  3. 3. Check the thread length engaging the substrate

    The thread length ℓ of listed products is 30 to 55 mm, and this threaded portion provides the holding power. Even with the same overall length, a short threaded section means fewer threads engage the substrate depending on the thickness of the mounted item. Estimate the effective engagement length together with the thickness of the mounted item.

  4. 4. Choose the head shape according to the mounting hole and finish

    Flat heads sink into countersunk holes to give a flush surface. Truss heads have a large, low profile and suit holding down brackets or bands with holes that are not countersunk, using their wide bearing surface. Decide based on the hole shape of the mounted item and whether the head may protrude.

  5. 5. Verify bearing surface and clearance using head diameter and height

    Head diameter D is in the range of 7 to 12 mm and head height H is 2 to 3.5 mm. If the head diameter is not sufficiently larger than the hole in the mounted item, it cannot hold securely, and head height affects interference with surrounding members or covers. For brackets with slotted holes, confirm that the head diameter reliably exceeds the slot width.

  6. 6. Check material and surface treatment for outdoor or humid environments

    Corrosion is a concern for applications outdoors, such as downspout bands. Check the body material (such as stainless steel) and whether anti-corrosion treatment is applied, and watch for galvanic corrosion where the fastener contacts dissimilar metals in the mounting bracket. For structural applications where certified products are specified, as with structural screws, use products that conform to the certified specification.

This guide was written by AI based on the listed products' documents and specification items.

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Description

Screw for shear walls used in wood post-and-beam construction (direct-attached sheathing for box-wall construction) and framed wall construction. For wood post-and-beam construction, available in a wall shear factor of 5 (no additive factor allowed) and a 3.6 specification that can be added up to a maximum of 5 under conditions. For framed wall construction, 4.6 (up to a maximum of 5 under conditions). Nail spacing at the perimeter is 100 mm or 200 mm, and 300 mm at the intermediate studs. Driven with the Pack Auto B400 for connected-type screws.

Features

  • Certified product approved by the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism
  • Single-side installation possible
  • Compatible with dedicated driving tool for connected-type screws

Applications

  • Shear walls in wood residential buildings
  • Shear walls in framed wall construction residential buildings

FAQ

Q. What wall shear factor applies when using Moxx in box-wall construction (direct-attached sheathing) of wood post-and-beam construction?
A. For wood post-and-beam construction (direct-attached sheathing for box-wall construction), a wall shear factor of 5 is available. Additive factors are not allowed. A 3.6 specification is also available, which can be added up to a maximum of 5 under conditions.
Q. Can Moxx be used in shear walls of framed wall construction, and if so, what is the wall shear factor and the plywood thickness applied?
A. Yes, it can be used in framed wall construction. The wall shear factor is 4.6, up to a maximum of 5 under conditions. The applicable structural plywood thickness is 9 mm.
Q. How are the nail spacings at the perimeter and intermediate studs determined for Moxx?
A. Nail spacing at the perimeter is 100 mm or 200 mm, and 300 mm at the intermediate studs. For wood post-and-beam construction at a factor of 5, the perimeter spacing is 100 mm; at a factor of 3.6, it is 200 mm.
Q. Which driving tool is required to drive Moxx?
A. Moxx is driven with the Pack Auto B400 for connected-type screws. It is compatible with the dedicated driving tool for connected-type screws.
Q. Can Moxx be installed from one side only?
A. Yes, single-side installation is possible. It fastens structural plywood 9 mm to shear walls in wood post-and-beam construction and framed wall construction with a wall shear factor of 5.

Written by AI based on the content of the source documents.

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