U.S. Technical Guide
LP SolidStart LSL & LVL
Wall Framing Technical Guide
1730Fb-1.35E and 2360Fb-1.55E LSL
2250Fb-1.5E and 2900Fb-2.0E LVL
Please verify availability with the LP SolidStart Engineered Wood Products distributor in your area prior to specifying these products.
Introduction
A Word About Wall Framing
Architects are raising the roof and stretching walls beyond
limitations are imposed on the load capacity of the studs. For
the reach of conventional lumber. LP® SolidStart® LSL and
both prescriptive and engineered wall systems, mineral wool
LVL studs redefine the standard for wall framing by providing
insulation is required in the wall cavity. Please refer to ICC-ES
structural walls that can be straighter, taller and stronger for
evaluation report ESR-2403 and APA product report PR-L280 for
both conventional and challenging engineered applications.
complete information on the use of LP SolidStart LSL and LVL in
Because LP manufactures its LSL and LVL to the highest
fire-resistance-rated walls, or use LP’s Wood-E Design software.
standards, builders know that they’ll get fewer callbacks and
save themselves time and money.
Where traditional lumber studs warp, bow and twist as they
ENGINEERED DESIGN CONSTRUCTION
In engineered design, calculations based on the expected
dry, LP SolidStart LSL and LVL won’t because they start dry from
in-service loads are performed to ensure that the allowable
the mill. Having straight walls gives home-owners the peace of
capacities of the wall members are not exceeded.
mind that their cabinets will stay flush to the wall, their tile and
Notches and holes in LP SolidStart LSL and LVL wall framing
drywall is less likely to crack and their windows and doors will
are permitted when designed in accordance with the provisions of
function properly. That’s performance you can count on.
the National Design Specification for Wood Construction (NDS),
Using this technical guide, LP SolidStart LSL and LVL can be
with additional adjustments as prescribed herein. The wall stud
specified for use in conventional (prescriptive) and engineered
and exterior wall column tables in this guide include the effects
wood-frame wall construction.
of notches and holes on their capacity. Refer to Drilling & Notching
on page 4 for the limitations of notch and hole size and location.
CONVENTIONAL CONSTRUCTION
Conventional construction provisions for wood-frame walls
are included in the International Building Code (IBC) and the
DEFLECTION LIMITS
Like floor and roof systems, walls are subject to code-
International Residential Code (IRC). In conventional construction,
prescribed deflection limits as well as industry recommendations.
wall members and their connections are selected from tables in
The IBC prescribes a deflection ratio limit of L/240 for walls
the Code rather than being calculated, as in engineered design.
with brittle finishes and L/120 for walls with flexible finishes.
LP’s compliance with the ICC Evaluation Service’s Acceptance
The IRC prescribes the additional ratio of L/360 for walls with
Criteria for Wood-Based Studs (AC202) permits LP SolidStart LSL
stucco or plaster. Additional deflection limits are recommended
and LVL to be a direct substitution to traditional lumber studs
for certain windows and wall finishes like brick. Always verify
prescribed in Section 2308.9 of the IBC and Section R602 of the IRC.
the requirements, but the following table summarizes common
Compliance with AC202 also demonstrates equivalence to
deflection limits.
the notching provisions prescribed in the Code for traditional
lumber studs in conventional construction.
LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
LP SolidStart Engineered Wood Products are backed by a
FIRE-RESISTIVE WALL CONSTRUCTION
LP SolidStart LSL and LVL (1.5E and higher) are permitted
lifetime limited warranty. Visit LPCorp.com or call 1.888.820.0325
for a copy of the warranty.
to be used in the 1-hour fire-resistance-rated wall assemblies
listed in Table 720.1(2) of the IBC, with some additional design
and construction considerations as specified in LP’s evaluation
and product reports. When used in prescriptive wall framing,
LP SolidStart LSL and LVL can be directly substituted for the
equivalent size of No 2 or lower grade dimensional lumber.
When used in engineered wall construction, some additional
2
Condition
Deflection
Flexible Finish (IBC)
L/120
Windows & Doors
L/175
Brittle Finish (IBC)
L/240
Plaster & Stucco (IRC)
L/360
Brick
L/600
Table of Contents
Product Specifications, Design Values
and Drilling & Notching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
Wall Stud Capacity (plf) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs):
2x4 & 2x6 Walls for 90 mph, Exposure B . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs):
2 x 4 & 2 x 6 Walls for 100 mph, Exposure C . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs):
2x8 Walls for 90 mph, Exposure B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs):
2 x 8 Walls for 100 mph, Exposure C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs):
2 x 10 Walls for 90 mph, Exposure B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs):
2x10 Walls for 100 mph, Exposure C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Typical Wall Framing & Wall Stud Example . . . . . . . . . 12
Typical Wall Framing: Trimmer & King Stud Examples . . . . 13
Typical Wall Framing: Wall Column Examples . . . . . . . . 14
Free-Standing Interior Column Capacity (lbs) . . . . . . . . 15
Nailing and Connection Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
Typical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Handling and Storage Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3
Product Specifications, Design Values and Drilling & Notching
ALLOWABLE DESIGN STRESSES (PSI)
Beam (Edgewise) Orientation
Material
Bending Modulus of
Elasticity
Fb3, 4, 6
MOE9
Grade
1730Fb-1.35E
2360Fb-1.55E
2250Fb-1.5E
2900Fb-2.0E
LP® SolidStart® LSL
LP SolidStart LVL
1730
2360
2250
2900
Plank (Flatwise) Orientation
Axial
Shear
Fv
Compression
perpendicular-to-grain
Fc?
Bending
Fb5
Modulus of
Elasticity
MOE9
Shear
Fv
Compression
perpendicular-to-grain
Fc?
Tension
Ft7, 8
Compression
Fc
410
410
285
285
750
875
750
750
1910
2620
2200
2950
1.35 x 106
1.55 x 106
1.4 x 106
2.0 x 106
155
155
140
140
440
440
450
550
1300
1750
1350
1800
1650
2175
2350
3200
1.35 x 106
1.55 x 106
1.5 x 106
2.0 x 106
NOTES:
1. LP SolidStart LSL and LVL shall be designed for dry-use conditions only. Dry-use applies to products installed in dry, covered and well ventilated interior
conditions in which the equivalent moisture content in lumber will not exceed 16%. Adjustments for high temperature are beyond the scope of this guide.
2. The allowable strengths and stiffness are for normal load duration (10 year). Bending, Shear and Axial Tension and Compression shall be adjusted
according to code. Modulus of Elasticity and Compression perpendicular-to-grain shall not be adjusted for load duration.
3. The allowable Bending, Fb, for LP SolidStart LSL in the Beam orientation is tabulated for a standard 12" depth.
For depths other than 12," multiply Fb by (12/depth)0.143. For depths less than 3-1/2", adjust Fb by 1.193.
4. The allowable Bending, Fb, for LP SolidStart LVL in the Beam orientation is tabulated for a standard 12" depth.
For depths less than 12," multiply Fb by (12/depth)0.111. For depths less than 3-1/2," multiply Fb by 1.147.
For depths greater than 12," multiply Fb by (12/depth)0.143.
5. The allowable Bending, Fb, in the Plank orientation shall not be adjusted for depth (thickness).
6. The allowable edgewise Bending shall also be multiplied by the repetitive member factor, Cr = 1.04, when 3 or more pieces are properly connected
in direct contact or are used as wall studs spaced no more than 24" oc and properly connected together by an adequate wall sheathing.
7. The allowable Tension, Ft, for LP SolidStart LSL is assigned for a standard length of 3 feet. For lengths longer than 3 feet, multiply Ft by (3/length)0.092.
For lengths less than 3 feet, use the design tension stresses in the table above, unadjusted.
8. The allowable Tension, Ft, for LP SolidStart LVL is assigned for a standard length of 3 feet. For lengths longer than 3 feet, multiply Ft by (3/length)0.111.
For lengths less than 3 feet, use the design tension stresses in the table above, unadjusted.
9. Deflection calculations for LP SolidStart LSL and LVL shall include both bending and shear deformations.
PRODUCT ORIENTATION
270wL428.8wL2
Deflection for wall framing, uniform load: ∆ =
+
Where: ∆ = deflection (in)
E = modulus of elasticty (from table)
3
Ebd
Ebd
w = uniform load (plf) b = width (in)
L = design span (ft)
d = depth (in direction of bending) (in)
Equations for other conditions can be found in engineering references.
BEARING CAPACITY
Column Bearing (lbs)
Stud or
Column
Size
Hem-Fir
(405 psi)
1-1/2" x 3-1/2"
1-1/2" x 5-1/2"
1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
3-1/2" x 3-1/2"
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
5-1/4" x 5-1/2"
5-1/4" x 7-1/4"
5-1/4" x 9-1/4"
7" x 5-1/2"
7" x 7-1/4"
7" x 9-1/4"
2125
3340
4400
5615
4960
7795
10275
13110
11690
15415
19665
15590
20550
26220
SPF
LP LSL/LVL Concrete
(425 psi) (440 psi) (2500 psi)
2230
3505
4620
5895
5205
8180
10780
13755
12270
16175
20635
16360
21565
27515
2360
3710
4890
6240
5510
8660
11415
14565
12990
17125
21850
17325
22835
29135
4460
7010
9240
11790
10410
16360
21565
27515
24540
32350
41275
32725
43135
55035
Stud Bearing (plf)
Hem-Fir (405 psi)
SPF (425 psi)
12" oc
16" oc
12" oc
16" oc
2125
1590
2230
1670
3340
2505
3505
2625
4400
3300
4620
3465
5615
4210
5895
4420
n/a
b
d
Beam (Edgewise)
b
d
Plank (Flatwise)
NOTES:
1. The capacity for Wood Bearing is based on the compression strength,
perpendicular-to-grain, of the bearing plate and shall not be adjusted
for load duration. The allowable compression, perpendicular-to-grain,
for other species of lumber can be found in the 2012 edition of the
National Design Specification for Wood Construction (NDS).
2. The Bearing Capacity for concrete is based on a conversion to allowable
stress design for comparison to the column capacities in this guide.
3. To determine the Bearing Capacity of a multiple-ply member (such as
a double 2 x 4 stud), multiply the Bearing Capacity from the table by
the number of plies. The capacity is additive and may be increased
for bearing on wood plates per note 4.
4. When a stud or column is located at least 3" from the end of a wall
plate, the Bearing Capacities above are permitted to be increased by
the bearing area factor, Cb = (Lb + 0.375)/Lb, where Lb is the bearing
length measured parallel to the grain of the wall plate and is less than
6." For bearing lengths 6" or more, Cb = 1.00.
DRILLING & NOTCHING
2x Larger of Hole
or Notch Length
Maximum
Hole Diameter
1-3/8" for 2x4
2-3/16" for 2x6
and wider
h
2x Larger of Hole
or Notch Length
Holes/Notches
Permitted
Lessor of 3' and h/3
6"
5/8" min.
edge distance
3-1/2" max.
Holes/Notches
Permitted
6"
No Notches or Holes!
Lessor of 3' and h/3
NOTES:
Maximum
Notch Depth
7/8" for 2x4
1-3/8" for 2x6
and wider
1. Free-standing columns shall not be drilled or notched except as required for proper installation of column caps,
bases or other hold-downs without further analysis by a professional engineer. Bolts, lag screws and self-tapping
screws shall only be inserted through the face of the column, perpendicular to the face of the strands in LP LSL
and the veneers in LP LVL.
2. Cutting, notching and boring of nominal 2x4 (1-1/2" x 3-1/2") and 2x6 (1-1/2" x 5-1/2") LP LSL and LP LVL wall studs
used in prescriptive wall framing is permitted in accordance with sections 2308.9.10 and 2308.9.11 of the IBC and
section R602.6 of the International Residential Code (IRC).
3. For wall applications designed with the tables in this guide, notching and drilling shall be limited to the restrictions
of notes 4 through 6 (see details to left).
4. One hole up to 40% of the stud depth, maximum of 2-3/16," is allowed only in the upper or lower 3 feet or 1/3 of
the stud height, h (see Drilling and Notching detail for maximum hole sizes), except do not place a hole within 6"
of either end of the stud. Two small holes up to 1" diameter and vertically spaced no closer than 12" oc are permited
in studs with a depth of at least 5-1/2."
5. One notch up to 25% of the stud depth, maximum of 1-3/8," is allowed only in the upper or lower 3 feet or 1/3 of
the stud height, h (see Drilling and Notching detail for maximum notch sizes), except do not place a notch within 6"
of either end of the stud. The notch length shall not exceed 3-1/2."
6. Do NOT cut a hole and a notch at the same cross-section. Maintain a clear vertical separation of at least twice the
length of the notch or twice the diameter of the hole, whichever is greater.
7. For engineered wall applications beyond the scope of this guide, design for notching and drilling shall be based on a net
section analysis in accordance with the provisions of the 2012 NDS and with the restrictions listed in APA product report
PR-L280 and ICC-ES evaluation report ESR-2403. The allowable design stresses for bending, axial compression and
axial tension shall be reduced by the Strength Reduction Factors (tabulated below) to account for stress concentrations.
STRENGTH REDUCTION FACTORS
Material
LP SolidStart LSL
LP SolidStart LVL
4
Bending
0.95
0.80
Notch
Compression
0.90
0.90
Tension
0.75
0.60
Bending
1.00
0.95
Hole
Compression
1.00
0.95
Tension
1.00
0.95
Wall Stud Capacity (plf)
TO USE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Select the table for wind speed and exposure category.
Determine the height of the wall stud. If not listed, select the next tallest Height in the table.
Select the row for the desired Spacing.
Select the LP® SolidStart® LSL or LVL grade and size where the Vertical Load Capacity and Deflection Ratio meet or exceed the applied vertical load and required deflection limit.
Verify the plate bearing capacity for the selected stud. See Additional Note 9 below.
90 MPH BASIC WIND SPEED, EXPOSURE B
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
20'
22'
24'
26'
28'
30'
1.35E LP LSL
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
Stud
Spacing 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 7-1/4" 1-1/2" x 9-1/4" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
12"
2880 L/699
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
2880 L/776
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
16"
2160 L/524
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
2160 L/582
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
12"
2480 L/500
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
2850 L/556
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
16"
1720 L/375
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
2090 L/417
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
12"
2030 L/371
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
2430 L/412
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
16"
1370 L/278
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
1680 L/309
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
12"
1360 L/220
4530 L/845
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
1650 L/245
4530 L/939
5980 L/999
16"
880 L/165
3400 L/634
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
1110 L/183
3400 L/704
4480 L/999
12"
950 L/142
3880 L/546
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
1170 L/158
4480 L/607
5980 L/999
16"
2910 L/410
4480 L/928
5720 L/999
3360 L/455
4480 L/999
12"
3210 L/374
5980 L/849
7630 L/999
3680 L/415
5980 L/944
16"
2240 L/280
4480 L/637
5720 L/999
2710 L/311
4480 L/708
12"
2570 L/267
5230 L/609
7630 L/999
3060 L/297
5980 L/677
16"
1750 L/200
3920 L/457
5720 L/939
2130 L/223
4480 L/507
12"
2040 L/198
4520 L/452
7630 L/931
2460 L/220
5210 L/502
16"
1360 L/148
3390 L/339
5720 L/698
1680 L/165
3910 L/376
12"
1610 L/151
3940 L/345
6980 L/712
1960 L/168
4510 L/383
16"
2790 L/258
5240 L/534
1310 L/126
3360 L/287
12"
3330 L/269
6220 L/557
1570 L/131
3940 L/299
16"
2270 L/202
4660 L/417
2770 L/224
12"
2770 L/215
5560 L/444
3330 L/238
16"
1850 L/161
4170 L/333
2290 L/179
12"
2310 L/174
5000 L/360
2800 L/193
16"
1510 L/130
3550 L/270
1900 L/145
12"
1930 L/143
4410 L/296
2370 L/159
16"
3020 L/222
-
2.0E LP LVL
1-1/2" x 9-1/4" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
7630 L/999
2880 L/999
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
5720 L/999
2160 L/776
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
7630 L/999
2880 L/741
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
5720 L/999
2160 L/556
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
7630 L/999
2880 L/549
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
5720 L/999
2160 L/412
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
7630 L/999
2360 L/327
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
5720 L/999
1630 L/245
3400 L/939
4480 L/999
7630 L/999
1700 L/210
4530 L/809
5980 L/999
5720 L/999
1150 L/158
3400 L/607
4480 L/999
7630 L/999
1270 L/144
4530 L/554
5980 L/999
5720 L/999
3400 L/415
4480 L/944
7630 L/999
4060 L/397
5980 L/902
5720 L/999
3030 L/297
4480 L/677
7630 L/999
3430 L/294
5980 L/670
5720 L/776
2430 L/220
4480 L/502
7630 L/791
2800 L/224
5980 L/511
5720 L/593
1940 L/168
4480 L/383
7210 L/618
2290 L/175
5230 L/399
5410 L/464
1550 L/131
3920 L/299
6420 L/493
1880 L/139
4600 L/318
4810 L/370
3290 L/238
5740 L/400
3990 L/258
4290 L/300
2770 L/193
5160 L/329
3410 L/212
3680 L/247
2340 L/159
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/791
7630 L/825
5720 L/618
7630 L/658
5720 L/493
7600 L/533
5700 L/400
6840 L/439
5130 L/329
1.35E LP LSL
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
2.0E LP LVL
Stud
Spacing 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 7-1/4" 1-1/2" x 9-1/4" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 7-1/4" 1-1/2" x 9-1/4" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
12"
2730 L/404
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
2880 L/448
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
2880 L/598
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
16"
1790 L/303
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
2160 L/336
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
2160 L/448
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
12"
2050 L/289
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
2560 L/321
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
2880 L/428
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
16"
1270 L/216
3400 L/822
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
1670 L/241
3400 L/913
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
2160 L/321
3400 L/999
4480 L/999
12"
1580 L/214
4530 L/816
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
2010 L/238
4530 L/907
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
2880 L/317
4530 L/999
5980 L/999
16"
930 L/160
3400 L/612
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
1270 L/178
3400 L/680
4480 L/999
5720 L/999
1970 L/238
3400 L/907
4480 L/999
12"
960 L/127
4530 L/488
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
1280 L/141
4530 L/542
5980 L/999
7630 L/999
1960 L/188
4530 L/723
5980 L/999
16"
3260 L/366
4480 L/825
5720 L/999
3400 L/407
4480 L/917
5720 L/999
1250 L/141
3400 L/542
4480 L/999
12"
3580 L/315
5980 L/714
7630 L/999
4380 L/350
5980 L/794
7630 L/999
1350 L/121
4530 L/467
5980 L/999
16"
2340 L/236
4480 L/536
5720 L/999
2970 L/263
4480 L/595
5720 L/999
3400 L/350
4480 L/794
12"
2690 L/216
5980 L/490
7630 L/999
3340 L/240
5980 L/545
7630 L/999
4530 L/320
5980 L/727
16"
1700 L/162
4400 L/368
5720 L/754
2210 L/180
4480 L/409
5720 L/838
3290 L/240
4480 L/545
12"
2060 L/154
5170 L/352
7630 L/723
2590 L/172
5980 L/391
7630 L/803
3770 L/229
5980 L/521
16"
3490 L/264
5720 L/542
1670 L/129
4340 L/293
5720 L/602
2550 L/172
4480 L/391
12"
4210 L/261
7630 L/538
2000 L/127
5130 L/290
7630 L/597
2980 L/170
5980 L/387
16"
2790 L/195
5720 L/403
3510 L/217
5720 L/448
1970 L/127
4480 L/290
12"
3380 L/199
6980 L/411
4170 L/221
7630 L/457
2330 L/129
5950 L/295
16"
2170 L/149
5060 L/308
2790 L/166
5720 L/342
4110 L/221
12"
2680 L/155
6140 L/321
3370 L/173
7210 L/357
4900 L/230
16"
4150 L/241
2200 L/129
5160 L/268
3320 L/173
12"
2130 L/124
5140 L/256
2740 L/138
6270 L/285
4060 L/184
16"
3390 L/192
4290 L/213
2690 L/138
12"
4300 L/208
5310 L/231
3360 L/149
16"
2760 L/156
3560 L/173
12"
3590 L/171
4510 L/190
2800 L/122
16"
2230 L/128
2950 L/142
-
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/999
7630 L/999
5720 L/803
7630 L/797
5720 L/597
7630 L/609
5720 L/457
7630 L/476
5720 L/357
7630 L/380
5720 L/285
7590 L/308
5250 L/231
6520 L/253
4440 L/190
100 MPH BASIC WIND SPEED, EXPOSURE C
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
20'
22'
24'
26'
28'
30'
DESIGN ASSUMPTIONS:
1. These tables are limited to structures with a mean roof height of 30'.
2. The vertical load capacity is valid for wall columns supporting roof and floor loads. The design dead load shall not exceed
design live load.
3. The vertical capacity has been reduced to allow for holes and notches. Refer to the Drilling & Notching guidelines on
page 4 for more information.
4. The vertical load capacity assumes an eccentricity of 1/6 of the wall thickness.
5. The design wind pressures are based on Method 2 (Analytical Procedure) from ASCE 7-05 for components and cladding,
(wall zone 4) for an enclosed, occupancy category II structure (importance factor, I = 1.00) with no wind speed-up associated with abrupt changes in local topography (topographic factor, Kzt = 1.00). The wind pressures for deflection have been
adjusted to approximate the main wind force resisting loads as specified in ASCE 7-05.
6. A load duration adjustment, CD = 1.60, has been applied for wind.
7. A repetitive member increase of 4% has been applied as allowed for 3 or more wall studs spaced no more than 24" oc,
properly connected by a suitable exterior sheathing. No increase in stiffness has been assumed for the wall sheathing.
8. A gypsum wall board is assumed attached to the interior side of the studs.
9. The tabulated capacities have been limited by the bearing capacity of LP SolidStart LSL or LVL as the wall plate (440 psi).
For plates with a bearing capacity less than 440 psi, the designer shall check the required vertical load against the bearing
capacity for the plate and adjust the stud size and/or spacing accordingly. Refer to the Bearing Capacity table on page 4 for the
common species of Hem-Fir and SPF. No increase is allowed without complete analysis of the vertical capacity of the wall stud.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1. Height is the clear height of the wall stud between the
bottom plate and the lower top plate.
2. The first value in each cell represents the allowable vertical
load capacity of a single stud, in pounds per lineal foot of wall
length (plf). These capacities are either the allowable capacity
for vertical loads acting alone (no horizontal wind pressure)
or the capacity of the stud after accounting for the bending
induced by the horizontal wind pressure.
3. The second value in each cell represents the deflection ratio
(L/x) based on the horizontal wind pressure. The designer
shall verify the correct deflection ratio limit for the intended
application.
4. Install full-width blocking per local code requirements,
normally no more than every 8' along the height of the stud.
5. Do not use a product where designated “-” without further
analysis by a professional engineer.
5
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs): 2x4 & 2x6 Walls for 90 mph, Exposure B
TO USE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Select the table for 2x4 Walls or 2x6 Walls, as needed.
Determine the height of the column. If not listed, use the next tallest Height in the table.
Determine the Tributary Width of the wall associated with the horizontal wind pressure supported by the column. If not listed, use the next largest Tributary Width.
Select the LP® SolidStart® LSL or LVL grade and size where the Vertical Load Capacity and Deflection Ratio meet or exceed the applied vertical load and required deflection limit.
Verify the plate bearing capacity for the selected column. See Design Assumption 10 below.
2 X 4 WALLS
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
Tributary
Width
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
1.35E LP LSL
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 3-1/2" 5-1/2" x 3-1/2"
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 3-1/2"
1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" Beam or Plank
Plank
1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" Beam or Plank
2870 L/524
2750 L/999
5280 L/999 9040 L/999 2880 L/582
2910 L/999
5650 L/999
2510 L/349
2750 L/699
5280 L/815
9040 L/999 2880 L/388
2910 L/776
5650 L/846
1910 L/234
2750 L/469 5280 L/547
9040 L/861
2580 L/260
2910 L/521
5650 L/568
1340 L/179
2560 L/358
5190 L/418
9040 L/657
2070 L/199
2870 L/398
5650 L/434
2250 L/375
2750 L/750
5280 L/876
8830 L/999
2740 L/417
2910 L/834
5650 L/908
1830 L/250
2750 L/500 5280 L/584 8830 L/917
2350 L/278
2910 L/556
5650 L/605
1190 L/166
2530 L/333
4970 L/389 8830 L/611
1770 L/185
2850 L/370
5650 L/403
570 L/127
2250 L/254 4380 L/297
8610 L/467
1240 L/141
2620 L/283 5090 L/308
1780 L/278
2750 L/556 4840 L/649
7620 L/999
2190 L/309
2910 L/618
5160 L/673
1370 L/185
2670 L/371
4730 L/432
7620 L/680
1820 L/206
2910 L/412
5160 L/448
750 L/123
2310 L/247
4060 L/288
7530 L/453
1260 L/137
2670 L/274
4540 L/299
1960 L/187
3440 L/219
6890 L/344
2380 L/208 3960 L/227
1140 L/165
2600 L/331
3640 L/386
5790 L/607
1450 L/183
2910 L/367
3900 L/400
2280 L/220
3210 L/257
5780 L/404
1110 L/122
2640 L/245
3530 L/267
1810 L/147
2600 L/171
5130 L/269
2230 L/163
2960 L/178
2000 L/128
4510 L/202
1830 L/122
2410 L/133
2170 L/213
2640 L/248 4530 L/391
2520 L/237
2860 L/258
1820 L/142
2250 L/165
4200 L/260
2190 L/158
2500 L/172
3620 L/173
3060 L/130
-
2.0E LP LVL
5-1/2" x 3-1/2"
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 3-1/2" 5-1/2" x 3-1/2"
Plank
1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" Beam or Plank
Plank
9040 L/999 2880 L/776
4120 L/999
5960 L/999 9040 L/999
9040 L/999 2880 L/517
4120 L/999
5960 L/999 9040 L/999
9040 L/892 2880 L/347
4120 L/695
5960 L/811
9040 L/999
9040 L/682 2880 L/265
4120 L/531
5960 L/620 9040 L/974
9040 L/999 2880 L/556
4120 L/999
5960 L/999 9040 L/999
9040 L/951
2880 L/370
4120 L/741
5960 L/865 9040 L/999
9040 L/634
2870 L/247
4120 L/494 5960 L/576
9040 L/906
9040 L/484 2320 L/188
4010 L/377
5960 L/440 9040 L/692
8120 L/999 2880 L/412
4120 L/824 5960 L/961
9040 L/999
8120 L/705
2750 L/274
4120 L/549
5960 L/641
9040 L/999
8120 L/470
2170 L/183
4040 L/366
5960 L/427
9040 L/671
7610 L/356
1630 L/139
3720 L/278
5960 L/324 9040 L/509
6130 L/629
2140 L/245 4050 L/490 5500 L/572
8640 L/899
6130 L/419
1780 L/163
3940 L/327
5430 L/381
8640 L/599
5630 L/279
3490 L/218
4810 L/254
8630 L/399
5050 L/209
3050 L/163
4220 L/190
8000 L/299
4770 L/405
1510 L/158
3660 L/316
4290 L/368
6740 L/579
4550 L/270
3300 L/210
3940 L/245
6740 L/386
4000 L/180
2800 L/140
3370 L/163
6270 L/257
3490 L/135
2840 L/122
5700 L/193
2 X 6 WALLS
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
20'
22'
Tributary
Width
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
1.35E LP LSL
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
2.0E LP LVL
Single9
Single9
Single9
Double
Double
Double
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2"
1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2"
1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2"
4530 L/999
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/999 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/999
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/999 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/885 4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/983 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/676
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/751
4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/999
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/999 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/949
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/999 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/632
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/703
4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/937
6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/483 4330 L/966 8300 L/999
4530 L/537
4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/716
6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/999
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/999 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/706
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/784 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/470
4330 L/941
8300 L/999
4530 L/523
4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/697
6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/357
4330 L/714
8300 L/834 4530 L/397 4580 L/794
8870 L/926
4530 L/529 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/634
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/704 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/939 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4500 L/422
4330 L/845 8300 L/986 4530 L/469 4580 L/939
8870 L/999
4530 L/626 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
3660 L/281
4330 L/563 8300 L/657
4530 L/313
4580 L/626
8870 L/730
4530 L/417
6480 L/835
9370 L/974
2810 L/211
4240 L/422 8300 L/493 4020 L/234 4580 L/469 8870 L/548 4530 L/313
6480 L/626
9370 L/730
3830 L/410
4330 L/820 8300 L/956 4430 L/455 4580 L/911
8870 L/999
4530 L/607 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
3280 L/273
4330 L/546 8300 L/637
4100 L/303 4580 L/607
8870 L/708
4530 L/404 6480 L/809
9370 L/944
2480 L/182
4250 L/364 8300 L/425
3380 L/202 4580 L/404 8870 L/472
4530 L/269 6480 L/539
9370 L/629
1670 L/136
3870 L/273
7730 L/318
2660 L/151
4400 L/303 8870 L/354
4390 L/202 6480 L/404 9370 L/472
2940 L/280 4330 L/561
7420 L/655
3560 L/311
4580 L/623 8500 L/727
4530 L/415
6480 L/831
9370 L/970
2420 L/187
4330 L/374
7420 L/436 3090 L/207
4580 L/415
8500 L/485 4520 L/277
6480 L/554
9370 L/647
1680 L/124
3920 L/249
6920 L/291
2410 L/138 4440 L/277
8360 L/323
3810 L/184 6480 L/369
9370 L/431
3450 L/187
6140 L/218
4050 L/207
7630 L/242
3120 L/138
6200 L/277
9370 L/323
2280 L/200
4270 L/401
6220 L/468 2800 L/223
4580 L/446 7090 L/521
3990 L/297
6440 L/595
9370 L/694
1810 L/133
4070 L/267
6150 L/312
2360 L/148
4570 L/297
7090 L/347
3530 L/198
6440 L/397
9370 L/463
3520 L/178
5400 L/208
4100 L/198
6580 L/231
2870 L/132
6200 L/264
9370 L/308
2980 L/133
4680 L/156
3640 L/148
5920 L/173
5690 L/198
8660 L/231
1770 L/148
4050 L/297
5280 L/347
2200 L/165
4440 L/331
6000 L/386
3190 L/220
6140 L/441
7950 L/515
3620 L/198
4920 L/231
4180 L/220 5860 L/257
2750 L/147
6140 L/294
7950 L/343
3000 L/132
4210 L/154
3640 L/147
5200 L/171
5540 L/196
7500 L/228
4570 L/128
4960 L/147
6840 L/171
3570 L/227
4410 L/265
1720 L/126
4100 L/252
5130 L/294
2540 L/168
5740 L/336
6810 L/392
3080 L/151
3910 L/176
3660 L/168
4710 L/196
5430 L/224
6690 L/261
4060 L/130
4750 L/149
5990 L/174
5330 L/130
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
5-1/4" x 5-1/2"
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
11950
11950
11950
11670
10230
10230
10080
9380
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/944
L/708
L/999
L/970
L/647
L/485
L/999
L/694
L/463
L/347
L/772
L/515
L/343
L/257
L/589
L/392
L/261
L/196
DESIGN ASSUMPTIONS:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6
These tables are limited to structures with a mean roof height of 30'.
The vertical load capacity is valid for wall columns supporting roof and floor loads. The design dead load shall not exceed design live load.
The vertical capacity has been reduced to allow for holes and notches. Refer to the Drilling & Notching guidelines on page 4 for more information.
The vertical load capacity assumes an eccentricity of 1/6 of the wall thickness.
The design wind pressures are based on Method 2 (Analytical Procedure) from ASCE 7-05 for components and cladding (wall zone 4), for an enclosed, occupancy
category II structure (importance factor, I = 1.00) with no wind speed-up associated with abrupt changes in local topography (topographic factor, Kzt = 1.00).
The wind pressures for deflection have been adjusted to approximate the main wind force resisting loads as specified in ASCE 7-05.
6. A load duration adjustment, CD = 1.60, has been applied for wind.
7. No repetitive member increase has been applied.
8. Full-width blocking is assumed to be installed at 8' on-center or less.
9. Design for a Single 1-1/2" wall column also requires continuous, full-length lateral support through connection to the exterior wall sheathing and interior gypsum
wall board.
10. The tabulated capacities have been limited by the bearing capacity of LP SolidStart LSL or LVL as the wall plate (440 psi). For plates with a lower bearing capacity,
the designer shall check the required vertical load against the bearing capacity for the plate and increase the column size accordingly. Refer to the Bearing Capacity
table on page 4 for the common species of Hem-Fir and SPF. No increase is allowed without complete analysis of the vertical capacity of the column.
1. Height is the clear height of the
column between the bottom
plate and the lower top plate.
2. The first value in each cell
represents the allowable vertical
load capacity of the column, in
pounds (lbs). These capacities are
either the allowable
capacity for vertical
loads acting alone
(no horizontal wind
pressure) or the capacity of
the column after accounting
for the bending induced by the
horizontal wind pressure.
3. The second value in each cell
represents the deflection ratio
(L/x) based on the horizontal
wind pressure. The designer shall
verify the correct deflection ratio
limit for the intended application.
4. These tables are for members
in the Beam orientation except
for the 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" and
5-1/2" x 3-1/2" column sizes
for the 2x4 wall as noted in
the table. Refer to the Product
Orientation detail on page 4.
5. All members shall be solid, onepiece sections except for the
built-up Double (2-ply). For a
3-ply and 4-ply built-up column,
multiply the Double values by
1.5 and 2.0, respectively. See
page 17 for the connection of
built-up columns.
6. Columns supporting a Tributary
Width greater than 48" are
beyond the scope of this table.
7. Do not use a product where
designated “-” without further
analysis by a professional
engineer.
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs): 2x4 & 2x6 Walls for 100 mph, Exposure C
TO USE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Select the table for 2x4 Walls or 2x6 Walls, as needed.
Determine the height of the column. If not listed, use the next tallest Height in the table.
Determine the Tributary Width of the wall associated with the horizontal wind pressure supported by the column. If not listed, use the next largest Tributary Width.
Select the LP® SolidStart® LSL or LVL grade and size where the Vertical Load Capacity and Deflection Ratio meet or exceed the applied vertical load and required deflection limit.
Verify the plate bearing capacity for the selected column. See Design Assumption 10 below.
2 X 4 WALLS
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
Tributary
Width
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
1.35E LP LSL
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 3-1/2" 5-1/2" x 3-1/2"
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 3-1/2"
1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" Beam or Plank
Plank
1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" Beam or Plank
2320 L/303
2750 L/606 5280 L/707
9040 L/999 2880 L/336
2910 L/673
5650 L/733
1610 L/202
2660 L/404 5280 L/471
9040 L/740
2310 L/224
2910 L/448 5650 L/488
510 L/135
2260 L/271
4570 L/316
9040 L/497
1350 L/150
2630 L/301
5460 L/328
1850 L/207
3760 L/241
9040 L/380
2310 L/230
4670 L/250
1630 L/216
2740 L/433
5280 L/506 8830 L/795
2170 L/241
2910 L/482
5650 L/524
890 L/144
2390 L/289 4680 L/337
8830 L/530
1510 L/160
2740 L/321
5370 L/349
1840 L/192
3570 L/224
7750 L/353
2290 L/214
4310 L/233
1260 L/147
2520 L/171
6670 L/270
1850 L/163
3340 L/178
1180 L/160
2560 L/321
4520 L/375
7620 L/589
1640 L/178
2870 L/357
4970 L/389
2140 L/214
3760 L/250
7220 L/392
2530 L/238
4260 L/259
1480 L/142
2630 L/166
6070 L/261
1990 L/158
3230 L/172
1530 L/126
4990 L/198
1440 L/120
2240 L/131
2140 L/191
3010 L/223
5580 L/350
2510 L/212
3350 L/231
1600 L/127
2320 L/148
4840 L/233
2050 L/141
2700 L/154
3800 L/155
1660 L/123
2080 L/143
4020 L/226
2050 L/136
2340 L/149
3360 L/150
-
2.0E LP LVL
5-1/2" x 3-1/2"
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 3-1/2" 5-1/2" x 3-1/2"
Plank
1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" Beam or Plank
Plank
9040 L/999 2880 L/448
4120 L/897
5960 L/999 9040 L/999
9040 L/768
2880 L/299
4120 L/598
5960 L/698 9040 L/999
9040 L/515
2670 L/200 4040 L/401
5960 L/468 9040 L/736
9040 L/394
1740 L/153
3700 L/307
5960 L/358 9040 L/562
9040 L/824 2880 L/321
4120 L/642
5960 L/749 9040 L/999
9040 L/549
2590 L/214
4120 L/428 5960 L/499 9040 L/785
8650 L/366
1570 L/142
3660 L/285
5960 L/333
9040 L/523
7660 L/280
3200 L/218
5960 L/254 9040 L/400
8120 L/611
2570 L/238
4120 L/476
5960 L/555 9040 L/873
7920 L/407
1910 L/158
3890 L/317
5960 L/370 9040 L/582
6840 L/271
3310 L/211
5680 L/246 9040 L/388
5850 L/206
2740 L/160
4650 L/187
9040 L/294
6050 L/363
1620 L/141
3800 L/283
5240 L/330 8640 L/519
5360 L/242
3290 L/188
4530 L/220 8340 L/346
4390 L/161
2530 L/125
3520 L/146
7270 L/230
3450 L/121
6250 L/173
4380 L/234
3140 L/182
3760 L/213
6690 L/334
3760 L/156
2580 L/121
3130 L/142
6010 L/223
5050 L/148
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2 X 6 WALLS
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
20'
22'
Tributary
Width
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
1.35E LP LSL
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
2.0E LP LVL
Single9
Single
Single9
Double
Double
Double
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2"
1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2"
1-1/2" x 5-1/2" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2"
4530 L/999
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/999 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/761
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/846 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/511
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/568 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/757
6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/390
4330 L/781
8300 L/911
4530 L/434 4580 L/868 8870 L/999
4530 L/578
6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/822
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/913
4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/999 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/548 4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/609 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/812
6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/365
4330 L/731
8300 L/853
4530 L/406 4580 L/812
8870 L/947
4530 L/541
6480 L/999
9370 L/999
3280 L/279
4160 L/558 8300 L/651
4530 L/310
4580 L/620 8870 L/724
4530 L/413
6480 L/827
9370 L/965
4530 L/612
4330 L/999 8300 L/999
4530 L/680 4580 L/999
8870 L/999
4530 L/907 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
4530 L/408 4330 L/816
8300 L/952
4530 L/453 4580 L/907
8870 L/999
4530 L/604 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
3500 L/272
4280 L/544 8300 L/634
4530 L/302 4580 L/604 8870 L/705
4530 L/403 6480 L/806
9370 L/940
2000 L/206 3900 L/413
8280 L/481
3810 L/229 4430 L/458 8870 L/535
4530 L/305 6480 L/611
9370 L/713
4240 L/366
4330 L/732
8300 L/854 4530 L/407 4580 L/814
8870 L/949 4530 L/542 6480 L/999
9370 L/999
3270 L/244 4330 L/488 8300 L/569 4430 L/271
4580 L/542
8870 L/633
4530 L/361
6480 L/723
9370 L/844
1770 L/162
3870 L/325
8030 L/379
3100 L/180
4410 L/361
8870 L/422
4530 L/241
6480 L/482
9370 L/562
3320 L/244 7000 L/284
1710 L/135
3970 L/271
8390 L/316
3940 L/180
6180 L/361
9370 L/422
3040 L/236 4330 L/473
8300 L/552
3880 L/263 4580 L/526
8870 L/614
4530 L/350 6480 L/701
9370 L/818
2110 L/157
4080 L/315
8130 L/368 3040 L/175
4570 L/350
8870 L/409 4530 L/233 6480 L/467
9370 L/545
3400 L/210 6840 L/245
4020 L/233 8200 L/272
3510 L/155
6210 L/311
9370 L/363
2670 L/157
5550 L/184
3450 L/175
7120 L/204
5600 L/233
9370 L/272
2190 L/162
4250 L/324
7420 L/378
2880 L/180
4580 L/360 8500 L/420 4300 L/240 6480 L/480
9370 L/560
3700 L/216
6560 L/252
2100 L/120
4260 L/240 8030 L/280 3490 L/160
6430 L/320
9370 L/373
2880 L/144
5240 L/168
3580 L/160
6780 L/186
5680 L/213
9370 L/249
3940 L/126
2870 L/120
5580 L/140
4930 L/160
8910 L/186
3900 L/232
5910 L/270
2170 L/129
4430 L/258
7050 L/301
3320 L/172
6440 L/344
9370 L/401
3270 L/154
5070 L/180
3890 L/172
6270 L/200
5960 L/229 9040 L/267
3850 L/120
5160 L/133
5070 L/152
7860 L/178
6720 L/133
3430 L/172
4690 L/200
4010 L/191
5650 L/223
2560 L/127
5950 L/255
7950 L/297
3890 L/133
3400 L/127
4910 L/148
5270 L/170
7190 L/198
6070 L/132
2870 L/131
3690 L/153
3470 L/145
4510 L/170
5220 L/194
6470 L/226
4450 L/129
5680 L/151
-
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
5-1/4" x 5-1/2"
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
13610
12460
11950
11950
10860
9740
10230
9750
8580
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/844
L/633
L/999
L/818
L/545
L/409
L/841
L/560
L/373
L/280
L/602
L/401
L/267
L/200
L/446
L/297
L/198
L/148
L/340
L/226
L/151
-
DESIGN ASSUMPTIONS:
These tables are limited to structures with a mean roof height of 30'.
The vertical load capacity is valid for wall columns supporting roof and floor loads. The design dead load shall not exceed design live load.
The vertical capacity has been reduced to allow for holes and notches. Refer to the Drilling & Notching guidelines on page 4 for more information.
The vertical load capacity assumes an eccentricity of 1/6 of the wall thickness.
The design wind pressures are based on Method 2 (Analytical Procedure) from ASCE 7-05 for components and cladding (wall zone 4), for an enclosed, occupancy
category II structure (importance factor, I = 1.00) with no wind speed-up associated with abrupt changes in local topography (topographic factor, Kzt = 1.00).
The wind pressures for deflection have been adjusted to approximate the main wind force resisting loads as specified in ASCE 7-05.
6. A load duration adjustment, CD = 1.60, has been applied for wind.
7. No repetitive member increase has been applied.
8. Full-width blocking is assumed to be installed at 8' on-center or less.
9. Design for a Single 1-1/2" wall column also requires continuous, full-length lateral support through connection to the exterior wall sheathing and interior gypsum
wall board.
10. The tabulated capacities have been limited by the bearing capacity of LP SolidStart LSL or LVL as the wall plate (440 psi). For plates with a lower bearing capacity,
the designer shall check the required vertical load against the bearing capacity for the plate and increase the column size accordingly. Refer to the Bearing Capacity
table on page 4 for the common species of Hem-Fir and SPF. No increase is allowed without complete analysis of the vertical capacity of the column.
1. Height is the clear height of the
column between the bottom
plate and the lower top plate.
2. The first value in each cell
represents the allowable vertical
load capacity of the column, in
pounds (lbs). These capacities
are either the allowable capacity
for vertical loads acting alone
(no horizontal wind pressure)
or the capacity of the column
after accounting for the bending
induced by the horizontal wind
pressure.
3. The second value in each cell
represents the deflection ratio
(L/x) based on the horizontal
wind pressure. The designer shall
verify the correct deflection ratio
limit for the intended application.
4. These tables are for members
in the Beam orientation except
for the 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" and
5-1/2" x 3-1/2" column sizes
for the 2x4 wall as noted in
the table. Refer to the Product
Orientation detail on page 4.
5. All members shall be solid, onepiece sections except for the
built-up Double (2-ply). For a
3-ply and 4-ply built-up column,
multiply the Double values by
1.5 and 2.0, respectively. See
page 17 for the connection of
built-up columns.
6. Columns supporting a Tributary
Width greater than 48" are
beyond the scope of this table.
7. Do not use a product where
designated “-” without further
analysis by a professional
engineer.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
7
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs): 2x8 Walls for 90 mph, Exposure B
TO USE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Determine the height of the column. If not listed, use the next tallest Height in the table.
Determine the Tributary Width of the wall associated with the horizontal wind pressure supported by the column. If not listed, use the next largest Tributary Width.
Select the LP® SolidStart® LSL or LVL grade and size where the Vertical Load Capacity and Deflection Ratio meet or exceed the applied vertical load and required deflection limit.
Verify the plate bearing capacity for the selected column. See Design Assumption 10 below.
2 X 8 WALLS
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
20'
22'
24'
26'
28'
30'
8
Tributary
Width
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
Single9
1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/800
5980 L/999
5980 L/952
5980 L/635
5980 L/476
5980 L/928
5980 L/618
5980 L/412
5640 L/309
5980 L/637
5980 L/424
5080 L/283
4120 L/212
5170 L/457
4820 L/304
3910 L/203
3000 L/152
4480 L/339
3890 L/226
3030 L/150
3660 L/258
3070 L/172
2970 L/202
2380 L/134
2410 L/161
1960 L/130
-
1.35E LP LSL
Double
1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/952
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/824
5710 L/618
5710 L/999
5710 L/849
5710 L/566
5710 L/424
5710 L/914
5710 L/609
5710 L/406
5430 L/304
5710 L/678
5710 L/452
5590 L/301
5090 L/226
5710 L/517
5710 L/345
5180 L/230
4570 L/172
5560 L/404
5320 L/269
4610 L/179
3920 L/134
5360 L/322
4820 L/215
4010 L/143
4900 L/261
4290 L/174
4360 L/214
3720 L/143
-
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10930
10440
10440
10440
9620
9100
9100
8600
7700
7990
7940
7000
6100
7060
6640
5700
4810
6240
5580
4650
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/962
L/721
L/999
L/991
L/660
L/495
L/999
L/710
L/473
L/355
L/791
L/527
L/351
L/263
L/604
L/402
L/268
L/201
L/472
L/314
L/209
L/157
L/376
L/250
L/167
L/125
L/304
L/203
L/135
5360 L/250
4700 L/167
-
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
1-1/2" x 7-1/4" 1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/889
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/705
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/529
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/687
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/458
6040 L/916
11700 L/999
5980 L/343
6040 L/687
11700 L/802
5980 L/708
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/472
6040 L/944
11700 L/999
5980 L/314
6040 L/629
11700 L/734
5640 L/236
6040 L/472
11700 L/550
5980 L/507
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5940 L/338
6040 L/677
11700 L/789
5110 L/225
6040 L/451
11700 L/526
4290 L/169
6040 L/338
11700 L/394
5160 L/376
6040 L/753
11700 L/879
4830 L/251
6040 L/502
11700 L/586
4040 L/167
6040 L/335
11700 L/390
3270 L/125
5780 L/251
11510 L/293
4420 L/287
6040 L/575
10430 L/671
3880 L/191
6040 L/383
10430 L/447
3100 L/127
5840 L/255
10350 L/298
5340 L/191
9520 L/223
3630 L/224
6040 L/449
9120 L/524
3090 L/149
6020 L/299
9120 L/349
5390 L/199
8530 L/233
4780 L/149
7700 L/174
3000 L/179
5860 L/358
8030 L/418
5550 L/238
7920 L/278
4850 L/159
7050 L/185
6220 L/139
2480 L/145
5590 L/290
7120 L/338
5040 L/193
6710 L/225
4260 L/129
5850 L/150
5110 L/238
6320 L/278
4520 L/159
5710 L/185
4860 L/123
-
Single9
1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/941
5980 L/705
5980 L/999
5980 L/916
5980 L/611
5980 L/458
5980 L/944
5980 L/629
5980 L/419
5980 L/314
5980 L/677
5980 L/451
5980 L/300
5980 L/225
5980 L/502
5980 L/335
5980 L/223
5270 L/167
5930 L/383
5640 L/255
4820 L/170
4030 L/127
5170 L/299
4600 L/199
3780 L/133
4330 L/238
3760 L/159
3640 L/193
3070 L/129
3070 L/159
-
2.0E LP LVL
Double
1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/916
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/839
8540 L/629
8540 L/999
8540 L/902
8540 L/601
8540 L/451
8540 L/999
8540 L/670
8540 L/446
8540 L/335
8540 L/767
8540 L/511
8540 L/341
8170 L/255
8400 L/599
8400 L/399
8120 L/266
7460 L/199
8100 L/477
8100 L/318
7380 L/212
6630 L/159
7730 L/387
7460 L/258
6600 L/172
5780 L/129
7220 L/318
6650 L/212
5750 L/141
-
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5-1/4" x 7-1/4"
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12090
12090
12090
11240
10650
10650
10160
9280
9450
9450
8560
7690
8440
8140
7230
6370
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
16010
16010
16010
15830
14210
14210
14210
13400
12680
12680
12310
11400
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/979
L/734
L/999
L/999
L/702
L/526
L/999
L/781
L/521
L/390
L/895
L/596
L/397
L/298
L/699
L/466
L/310
L/233
L/557
L/371
L/247
L/185
L/451
L/301
L/200
L/150
L/371
L/247
L/165
L/123
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/789
L/999
L/999
L/781
L/586
L/999
L/895
L/596
L/447
L/999
L/699
L/466
L/349
L/836
L/557
L/371
L/278
L/677
L/451
L/301
L/225
L/557
L/371
L/247
L/185
7" x 7-1/4"
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
21360
21360
21360
21360
18950
18950
18950
18950
16920
16920
16920
16440
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/781
L/999
L/999
L/795
L/596
L/999
L/932
L/621
L/466
L/999
L/743
L/495
L/371
L/903
L/602
L/401
L/301
L/743
L/495
L/330
L/247
DESIGN ASSUMPTIONS:
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1. These tables are limited to structures with a mean roof height of 30'.
2. The vertical load capacity is valid for wall columns supporting roof and floor loads. The design
dead load shall not exceed design live load.
3. The vertical capacity has been reduced to allow for holes and notches. Refer to the Drilling &
Notching guidelines on page 4 for more information.
4. The vertical load capacity assumes an eccentricity of 1/6 of the wall thickness.
5. The design wind pressures are based on Method 2 (Analytical Procedure) from ASCE 7-05
for components and cladding (wall zone 4), for an enclosed, occupancy category II structure
(importance factor, I = 1.00) with no wind speed-up associated with abrupt changes in local
topography (topographic factor, Kzt = 1.00). The wind pressures for deflection have been
adjusted to approximate the main wind force resisting loads as specified in ASCE 7-05.
6. A load duration adjustment, CD = 1.60, has been applied for wind.
7. No repetitive member increase has been applied.
8. Full-width blocking is assumed to be installed at 8' on-center or less.
9. Design for a Single 1-1/2" wall column also requires continuous, full-length lateral support
through connection to the exterior wall sheathing and interior gypsum wall board.
10. The tabulated capacities have been limited by the bearing capacity of LP SolidStart LSL or LVL
as the wall plate (440 psi). For plates with a lower bearing capacity, the designer shall check
the required vertical load against the bearing capacity for the plate and increase the column
size accordingly. Refer to the Bearing Capacity table on page 4 for the common species of
Hem-Fir and SPF. No increase is allowed without complete analysis of the vertical capacity
of the column.
1. Height is the clear height of the column between the bottom plate and the lower top plate.
2. The first value in each cell represents the allowable vertical load capacity of the column,
in pounds (lbs). These capacities are either the allowable capacity for vertical loads acting
alone (no horizontal wind pressure) or the capacity of the column after accounting for the
bending induced by the horizontal wind pressure.
3. The second value in each cell represents the deflection ratio (L/x) based on the horizontal
wind pressure. The designer shall verify the correct deflection ratio limit for the intended
application.
4. This table is for members in Beam Orientation only.
5. All members shall be solid, one-piece sections except for the built-up Double (2-ply).
For a 3-ply and 4-ply built-up column, multiply the Double values by 1.5 and 2.0,
respectively. See page 17 for the connection of built-up columns.
6. Columns supporting a Tributary Width greater than 48" are beyond the scope of this table.
7. Do not use a product where designated “-” without further analysis by a professional
engineer.
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs): 2x8 Walls for 100 mph, Exposure C
TO USE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Determine the height of the column. If not listed, use the next tallest Height in the table.
Determine the Tributary Width of the wall associated with the horizontal wind pressure supported by the column. If not listed, use the next largest Tributary Width.
Select the LP® SolidStart® LSL or LVL grade and size where the Vertical Load Capacity and Deflection Ratio meet or exceed the applied vertical load and required deflection limit.
Verify the plate bearing capacity for the selected column. See Design Assumption 10 below.
2 X 8 WALLS
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
20'
22'
24'
26'
28'
30'
Tributary
Width
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
Single9
1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/864
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/814
5980 L/622
5980 L/999
5980 L/913
5980 L/609
5980 L/462
5980 L/825
5980 L/550
5980 L/367
4700 L/275
5980 L/536
5980 L/357
4440 L/238
2640 L/178
5740 L/368
4640 L/245
2960 L/163
1150 L/122
4540 L/264
3490 L/176
3620 L/195
2630 L/130
2800 L/149
-
1.35E LP LSL
Double
1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/924
5710 L/999
5710 L/999
5710 L/734
5560 L/550
5710 L/999
5710 L/714
5660 L/476
5140 L/357
5710 L/736
5710 L/490
5310 L/327
4670 L/245
5710 L/528
5660 L/352
4920 L/234
4150 L/176
5710 L/391
5360 L/261
4490 L/174
3580 L/130
5590 L/299
4900 L/199
3850 L/133
5100 L/233
4290 L/155
4570 L/186
3650 L/124
4010 L/151
3430 L/124
-
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10940
10860
10940
10940
10940
9780
10940
10940
9950
8520
10440
10100
8570
7060
9100
8180
6650
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/856
L/642
L/999
L/834
L/556
L/417
L/859
L/572
L/381
L/286
L/616
L/410
L/273
L/205
L/457
L/304
L/203
L/152
L/349
L/232
L/155
7640 L/272
6580 L/181
5050 L/121
6350 L/217
5290 L/144
5290 L/176
4410 L/144
-
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
1-1/2" x 7-1/4" 1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/960
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/904
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/691
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/999
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/676
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/513
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/917
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/611
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/407
6040 L/815
11700 L/951
5980 L/305
6040 L/611
11700 L/713
5980 L/595
6040 L/999
11700 L/999
5980 L/397
6040 L/794
11700 L/926
5980 L/264
6040 L/529
11700 L/617
4820 L/198
5820 L/397
11700 L/463
5980 L/409
6040 L/818
11700 L/954
5980 L/272
6040 L/545
11700 L/636
4610 L/181
5960 L/363
11700 L/424
3080 L/136
5440 L/272
11480 L/318
5680 L/293
6040 L/586
11700 L/684
4730 L/195
6040 L/391
11700 L/456
3310 L/130
5650 L/260
11590 L/304
5020 L/195
10420 L/228
4580 L/217
6040 L/435
11700 L/508
3690 L/145
6000 L/290
11700 L/338
5290 L/193
10550 L/225
4550 L/145
9190 L/169
3640 L/166
6040 L/332
10430 L/387
5610 L/221
9960 L/258
4740 L/147
8570 L/172
7210 L/129
2850 L/129
5830 L/259
9120 L/303
5120 L/173
8140 L/202
6740 L/134
5330 L/207
7650 L/241
4530 L/138
6660 L/161
4800 L/167
6440 L/195
5470 L/130
4250 L/137
5440 L/160
-
Single9
1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/921
5980 L/999
5980 L/999
5980 L/902
5980 L/684
5980 L/999
5980 L/815
5980 L/543
5980 L/407
5980 L/794
5980 L/529
5980 L/353
5980 L/264
5980 L/545
5980 L/363
5980 L/242
5930 L/181
5980 L/391
5980 L/260
5670 L/173
4220 L/130
5980 L/290
5700 L/193
4340 L/129
5380 L/221
4450 L/147
4340 L/173
3500 L/138
-
2.0E LP LVL
Double
1-1/2" x 7-1/4"
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/815
8540 L/999
8540 L/999
8540 L/706
8540 L/529
8540 L/999
8540 L/727
8540 L/484
8390 L/363
8540 L/782
8540 L/521
8540 L/347
7910 L/260
8540 L/580
8540 L/387
8160 L/258
7370 L/193
8540 L/443
8470 L/295
7510 L/197
6550 L/147
8400 L/346
7810 L/230
6690 L/153
7910 L/276
7030 L/184
5760 L/122
7190 L/223
6220 L/149
6370 L/183
5340 L/122
-
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
5-1/4" x 7-1/4"
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
12360
11230
12090
11710
10230
8810
10650
9750
8280
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17940
17720
16260
16010
16010
14770
13320
14210
13890
12360
10910
12680
11880
10360
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/951
L/999
L/999
L/823
L/617
L/999
L/848
L/565
L/424
L/912
L/608
L/405
L/304
L/677
L/451
L/301
L/225
L/517
L/344
L/229
L/172
L/404
L/269
L/179
L/134
L/322
L/214
L/143
9190 L/261
8150 L/174
7860 L/214
6830 L/143
-
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/926
L/999
L/999
L/848
L/636
L/999
L/912
L/608
L/456
L/999
L/677
L/451
L/338
L/775
L/517
L/344
L/258
L/606
L/404
L/269
L/202
L/483
L/322
L/214
L/161
L/391
L/261
L/174
L/130
L/321
L/214
L/143
-
7" x 7-1/4"
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
22330
21360
21360
21270
19740
18950
18950
18030
16530
16920
16920
15360
13850
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/848
L/999
L/999
L/811
L/608
L/999
L/903
L/602
L/451
L/999
L/689
L/459
L/344
L/808
L/538
L/359
L/269
L/644
L/429
L/286
L/214
L/522
L/348
L/232
L/174
L/429
L/286
L/190
L/143
DESIGN ASSUMPTIONS:
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1. These tables are limited to structures with a mean roof height of 30'.
2. The vertical load capacity is valid for wall columns supporting roof and floor loads. The design
dead load shall not exceed design live load.
3. The vertical capacity has been reduced to allow for holes and notches. Refer to the Drilling &
Notching guidelines on page 4 for more information.
4. The vertical load capacity assumes an eccentricity of 1/6 of the wall thickness.
5. The design wind pressures are based on Method 2 (Analytical Procedure) from ASCE 7-05
for components and cladding (wall zone 4), for an enclosed, occupancy category II structure
(importance factor, I = 1.00) with no wind speed-up associated with abrupt changes in local
topography (topographic factor, Kzt = 1.00). The wind pressures for deflection have been
adjusted to approximate the main wind force resisting loads as specified in ASCE 7-05.
6. A load duration adjustment, CD = 1.60, has been applied for wind.
7. No repetitive member increase has been applied.
8. Full-width blocking is assumed to be installed at 8' on-center or less.
9. Design for a Single 1-1/2" wall column also requires continuous, full-length lateral support
through connection to the exterior wall sheathing and interior gypsum wall board.
10. The tabulated capacities have been limited by the bearing capacity of LP SolidStart LSL or LVL
as the wall plate (440 psi). For plates with a lower bearing capacity, the designer shall check
the required vertical load against the bearing capacity for the plate and increase the column
size accordingly. Refer to the Bearing Capacity table on page 4 for the common species of
Hem-Fir and SPF. No increase is allowed without complete analysis of the vertical capacity
of the column.
1. Height is the clear height of the column between the bottom plate and the lower top plate.
2. The first value in each cell represents the allowable vertical load capacity of the column,
in pounds (lbs). These capacities are either the allowable capacity for vertical loads acting
alone (no horizontal wind pressure) or the capacity of the column after accounting for the
bending induced by the horizontal wind pressure.
3. The second value in each cell represents the deflection ratio (L/x) based on the horizontal
wind pressure. The designer shall verify the correct deflection ratio limit for the intended
application.
4. This table is for members in Beam Orientation only.
5. All members shall be solid, one-piece sections except for the built-up Double (2-ply).
For a 3-ply and 4-ply built-up column, multiply the Double values by 1.5 and 2.0,
respectively. See page 17 for the connection of built-up columns.
6. Columns supporting a Tributary Width greater than 48" are beyond the scope of this table.
7. Do not use a product where designated “-” without further analysis by a professional
engineer.
9
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs): 2x10 Walls for 90 mph, Exposure B
TO USE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Determine the height of the column. If not listed, use the next tallest Height in the table.
Determine the Tributary Width of the wall associated with the horizontal wind pressure supported by the column. If not listed, use the next largest Tributary Width.
Select the LP® SolidStart® LSL or LVL grade and size where the Vertical Load Capacity and Deflection Ratio meet or exceed the applied vertical load and required deflection limit.
Verify the plate bearing capacity for the selected column. See Design Assumption 10 below.
2 X 10 WALLS
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
20'
22'
24'
26'
28'
30'
10
Tributary
Width
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
Single9
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/966
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/841
7630 L/631
7630 L/999
7630 L/870
7630 L/580
7630 L/435
7630 L/939
7630 L/626
7630 L/417
7630 L/313
7630 L/698
7630 L/465
7380 L/310
6390 L/232
6900 L/534
6900 L/356
5900 L/237
4870 L/178
6150 L/417
5740 L/278
4670 L/185
3610 L/139
5480 L/333
4740 L/222
3660 L/148
4650 L/270
3900 L/180
2810 L/120
3950 L/222
3200 L/148
-
1.35E LP LSL
Double
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/870
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/834
7290 L/626
7290 L/999
7290 L/931
7290 L/620
7290 L/465
7290 L/999
7290 L/712
7290 L/474
7280 L/356
7290 L/835
7290 L/557
7290 L/371
6840 L/278
7290 L/666
7290 L/444
7000 L/296
6330 L/222
7260 L/540
7260 L/360
6520 L/240
5750 L/180
7100 L/444
6840 L/296
5960 L/197
5080 L/148
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13660
12840
12840
12820
11690
11540
11540
10900
9750
10420
10420
9280
8130
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/973
L/730
L/999
L/999
L/724
L/543
L/999
L/830
L/553
L/415
L/974
L/649
L/433
L/324
L/777
L/518
L/345
L/259
L/630
L/420
L/280
L/210
L/518
L/345
L/230
L/172
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
1-1/2" x 9-1/4" 1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/935
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/701
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/967
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/644
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/483
7710 L/967
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/695
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/463
7710 L/927
14930 L/999
7630 L/347
7710 L/695
14930 L/811
7630 L/776
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/517
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/344
7710 L/689
14930 L/804
7630 L/258
7710 L/517
14930 L/603
7630 L/593
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/395
7710 L/791
14930 L/923
7490 L/263
7710 L/527
14930 L/615
6570 L/197
7710 L/395
14930 L/461
7140 L/464
7710 L/928
14930 L/999
7050 L/309
7710 L/618
14930 L/722
6090 L/206
7710 L/412
14930 L/481
5140 L/154
7620 L/309
14930 L/361
6360 L/370
7710 L/740
14800 L/864
5910 L/246
7710 L/493
14800 L/576
4930 L/164
7710 L/329
14800 L/384
3970 L/123
7190 L/246
14280 L/288
5640 L/300
7710 L/600
13250 L/700
4950 L/200
7710 L/400
13250 L/467
3970 L/133
7370 L/266
13130 L/311
6690 L/200
12070 L/233
4840 L/247
7710 L/494
11920 L/576
4150 L/164
7680 L/329
11920 L/384
6910 L/219
11280 L/256
6120 L/164
10220 L/192
Single9
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/935
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/859
7630 L/644
7630 L/999
7630 L/927
7630 L/618
7630 L/463
7630 L/999
7630 L/689
7630 L/459
7630 L/344
7630 L/791
7630 L/527
7630 L/351
7630 L/263
7630 L/618
7630 L/412
7630 L/275
7630 L/206
7630 L/493
7630 L/329
7430 L/219
6440 L/164
7540 L/400
7190 L/266
6160 L/177
5160 L/133
6780 L/329
6140 L/219
5100 L/146
-
2.0E LP LVL
Double
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/927
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/919
10900 L/689
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/703
10900 L/527
10900 L/999
10900 L/825
10900 L/550
10900 L/412
10900 L/987
10900 L/658
10900 L/438
10900 L/329
10900 L/800
10900 L/533
10900 L/355
10340 L/266
10740 L/658
10740 L/439
10420 L/292
9590 L/219
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
5-1/4" x 9-1/4"
15770
15770
15770
15770
15770
15770
15770
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14900
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L/999
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L/999
L/999
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L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/804
L/999
L/999
L/820
L/615
L/999
L/962
L/641
L/481
L/999
L/768
L/512
L/384
L/934
L/622
L/415
L/311
L/768
L/512
L/341
L/256
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/923
L/999
L/999
L/962
L/722
L/999
L/999
L/768
L/576
L/999
L/934
L/622
L/467
L/999
L/768
L/512
L/384
7" x 9-1/4"
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
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L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/962
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/768
L/999
L/999
L/830
L/622
L/999
L/999
L/683
L/512
DESIGN ASSUMPTIONS:
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1. These tables are limited to structures with a mean roof height of 30'.
2. The vertical load capacity is valid for wall columns supporting roof and floor loads. The design
dead load shall not exceed design live load.
3. The vertical capacity has been reduced to allow for holes and notches. Refer to the Drilling &
Notching guidelines on page 4 for more information.
4. The vertical load capacity assumes an eccentricity of 1/6 of the wall thickness.
5. The design wind pressures are based on Method 2 (Analytical Procedure) from ASCE 7-05
for components and cladding (wall zone 4), for an enclosed, occupancy category II structure
(importance factor, I = 1.00) with no wind speed-up associated with abrupt changes in local
topography (topographic factor, Kzt = 1.00). The wind pressures for deflection have been
adjusted to approximate the main wind force resisting loads as specified in ASCE 7-05.
6. A load duration adjustment, CD = 1.60, has been applied for wind.
7. No repetitive member increase has been applied.
8. Full-width blocking is assumed to be installed at 8' on-center or less.
9. Design for a Single 1-1/2" wall column also requires continuous, full-length lateral support
through connection to the exterior wall sheathing and interior gypsum wall board.
10. The tabulated capacities have been limited by the bearing capacity of LP SolidStart LSL or LVL
as the wall plate (440 psi). For plates with a lower bearing capacity, the designer shall check
the required vertical load against the bearing capacity for the plate and increase the column
size accordingly. Refer to the Bearing Capacity table on page 4 for the common species of
Hem-Fir and SPF. No increase is allowed without complete analysis of the vertical capacity
of the column.
1. Height is the clear height of the column between the bottom plate and the lower top plate.
2. The first value in each cell represents the allowable vertical load capacity of the column,
in pounds (lbs). These capacities are either the allowable capacity for vertical loads acting
alone (no horizontal wind pressure) or the capacity of the column after accounting for the
bending induced by the horizontal wind pressure.
3. The second value in each cell represents the deflection ratio (L/x) based on the horizontal
wind pressure. The designer shall verify the correct deflection ratio limit for the intended
application.
4. This table is for members in Beam Orientation only.
5. All members shall be solid, one-piece sections except for the built-up Double (2-ply).
For a 3-ply and 4-ply built-up column, multiply the Double values by 1.5 and 2.0,
respectively. See page 17 for the connection of built-up columns.
6. Columns supporting a Tributary Width greater than 48" are beyond the scope of this table.
7. Do not use a product where designated “-” without further analysis by a professional
engineer.
Exterior Wall Column Capacity (lbs): 2x10 Walls for 100 mph, Exposure C
TO USE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Determine the height of the column. If not listed, use the next tallest Height in the table.
Determine the Tributary Width of the wall associated with the horizontal wind pressure supported by the column. If not listed, use the next largest Tributary Width.
Select the LP® SolidStart® LSL or LVL grade and size where the Vertical Load Capacity and Deflection Ratio meet or exceed the applied vertical load and required deflection limit.
Verify the plate bearing capacity for the selected column. See Design Assumption 10 below.
2 X 10 WALLS
Height
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
20'
22'
24'
26'
28'
30'
Tributary
Width
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
16"
24"
36"
48"
Single9
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/929
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/744
7630 L/558
7630 L/999
7630 L/729
7630 L/486
7630 L/364
7630 L/754
7630 L/503
7630 L/335
6820 L/251
7630 L/542
7630 L/361
6760 L/241
4990 L/180
7630 L/403
6920 L/269
5210 L/179
3460 L/134
6610 L/308
5430 L/205
3640 L/137
5410 L/241
4190 L/160
4400 L/192
3160 L/128
3570 L/156
2860 L/128
-
1.35E LP LSL
Double
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/972
7290 L/729
7290 L/999
7290 L/999
7290 L/670
7290 L/503
7290 L/999
7290 L/723
7290 L/482
6980 L/361
7290 L/807
7290 L/538
7220 L/358
6580 L/269
7290 L/617
7290 L/411
6740 L/274
5920 L/205
7290 L/482
7140 L/321
6170 L/214
5150 L/160
7290 L/385
6690 L/256
5520 L/171
4280 L/128
7060 L/312
6160 L/208
4790 L/138
6570 L/256
5560 L/171
-
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13960
13730
13960
13960
13780
12270
13960
13960
12400
10570
12840
12290
10360
8470
11540
10370
8420
6500
10100
8740
6790
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/851
L/999
L/999
L/782
L/586
L/999
L/844
L/562
L/422
L/941
L/627
L/418
L/313
L/719
L/479
L/319
L/239
L/563
L/375
L/250
L/187
L/449
L/299
L/199
L/149
L/364
L/242
L/161
L/121
L/299
L/199
L/133
-
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
Single9
Double
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
1-1/2" x 9-1/4" 1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/827
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/620
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/999
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/810
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/540
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/405
7710 L/810
14930 L/945
7630 L/838
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/558
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/372
7710 L/745
14930 L/869
7630 L/279
7710 L/558
14930 L/652
7630 L/602
7710 L/999
14930 L/999
7630 L/401
7710 L/803
14930 L/937
7630 L/267
7710 L/535
14930 L/625
7530 L/200
7710 L/401
14930 L/468
7630 L/448
7710 L/896
14930 L/999
7630 L/298
7710 L/597
14930 L/697
7250 L/199
7710 L/398
14930 L/464
5710 L/149
7400 L/298
14930 L/348
7630 L/342
7710 L/685
14930 L/799
7070 L/228
7710 L/457
14930 L/533
5470 L/152
7540 L/304
14930 L/355
6860 L/228
14430 L/266
6750 L/268
7710 L/536
14930 L/625
5650 L/178
7710 L/357
14930 L/417
7060 L/238
14500 L/278
6220 L/178
12960 L/208
5600 L/213
7710 L/427
14800 L/499
4480 L/142
7500 L/285
14800 L/332
6510 L/190
13070 L/221
5480 L/142
11290 L/166
4640 L/173
7710 L/346
13250 L/404
7050 L/231
12640 L/269
5880 L/154
10850 L/179
9110 L/134
3840 L/142
7440 L/285
11920 L/333
6550 L/190
10790 L/222
5190 L/126
8990 L/148
-
Single9
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/827
7630 L/999
7630 L/999
7630 L/720
7630 L/540
7630 L/999
7630 L/745
7630 L/496
7630 L/372
7630 L/803
7630 L/535
7630 L/357
7630 L/267
7630 L/597
7630 L/398
7630 L/265
7630 L/199
7630 L/457
7630 L/304
7630 L/203
7070 L/152
7630 L/357
7630 L/238
6820 L/158
7630 L/285
6970 L/190
5270 L/126
6870 L/231
5700 L/154
5810 L/190
4640 L/126
-
2.0E LP LVL
Double
1-1/2" x 9-1/4"
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/993
10900 L/745
10900 L/999
10900 L/999
10900 L/714
10900 L/535
10900 L/999
10900 L/797
10900 L/531
10900 L/398
10900 L/914
10900 L/609
10900 L/406
10630 L/304
10900 L/715
10900 L/476
10820 L/317
9930 L/238
10900 L/570
10900 L/380
10190 L/253
9120 L/190
10900 L/462
10730 L/308
9460 L/205
8190 L/154
10740 L/380
10040 L/253
8620 L/169
7190 L/126
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
5-1/4" x 9-1/4"
15770
15770
15770
15770
15770
15770
15770
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15770
15770
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15770
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15770
15770
15770
15770
14260
15770
15490
13610
11800
22890
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22890
22890
21730
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/869
L/999
L/999
L/833
L/625
L/999
L/929
L/619
L/464
L/999
L/711
L/474
L/355
L/834
L/556
L/370
L/278
L/665
L/443
L/295
L/221
L/539
L/359
L/239
L/179
L/444
L/296
L/197
L/148
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/937
L/999
L/999
L/929
L/697
L/999
L/999
L/711
L/533
L/999
L/834
L/556
L/417
L/998
L/665
L/443
L/332
L/809
L/539
L/359
L/269
L/666
L/444
L/296
L/222
7" x 9-1/4"
28490
28490
28490
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28490
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28490
28490
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28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
28490
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/999
L/929
L/999
L/999
L/948
L/711
L/999
L/999
L/741
L/556
L/999
L/887
L/591
L/443
L/999
L/719
L/479
L/359
L/888
L/592
L/394
L/296
DESIGN ASSUMPTIONS:
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1. These tables are limited to structures with a mean roof height of 30'.
2. The vertical load capacity is valid for wall columns supporting roof and floor loads. The design
dead load shall not exceed design live load.
3. The vertical capacity has been reduced to allow for holes and notches. Refer to the Drilling &
Notching guidelines on page 4 for more information.
4. The vertical load capacity assumes an eccentricity of 1/6 of the wall thickness.
5. The design wind pressures are based on Method 2 (Analytical Procedure) from ASCE 7-05
for components and cladding (wall zone 4), for an enclosed, occupancy category II structure
(importance factor, I = 1.00) with no wind speed-up associated with abrupt changes in local
topography (topographic factor, Kzt = 1.00). The wind pressures for deflection have been
adjusted to approximate the main wind force resisting loads as specified in ASCE 7-05.
6. A load duration adjustment, CD = 1.60, has been applied for wind.
7. No repetitive member increase has been applied.
8. Full-width blocking is assumed to be installed at 8' on-center or less.
9. Design for a Single 1-1/2" wall column also requires continuous, full-length lateral support
through connection to the exterior wall sheathing and interior gypsum wall board.
10. The tabulated capacities have been limited by the bearing capacity of LP SolidStart LSL or LVL
as the wall plate (440 psi). For plates with a lower bearing capacity, the designer shall check
the required vertical load against the bearing capacity for the plate and increase the column
size accordingly. Refer to the Bearing Capacity table on page 4 for the common species of
Hem-Fir and SPF. No increase is allowed without complete analysis of the vertical capacity
of the column.
1. Height is the clear height of the column between the bottom plate and the lower top plate.
2. The first value in each cell represents the allowable vertical load capacity of the column,
in pounds (lbs). These capacities are either the allowable capacity for vertical loads acting
alone (no horizontal wind pressure) or the capacity of the column after accounting for the
bending induced by the horizontal wind pressure.
3. The second value in each cell represents the deflection ratio (L/x) based on the horizontal
wind pressure. The designer shall verify the correct deflection ratio limit for the intended
application.
4. This table is for members in Beam Orientation only.
5. All members shall be solid, one-piece sections except for the built-up Double (2-ply).
For a 3-ply and 4-ply built-up column, multiply the Double values by 1.5 and 2.0,
respectively. See page 17 for the connection of built-up columns.
6. Columns supporting a Tributary Width greater than 48" are beyond the scope of this table.
7. Do not use a product where designated “-” without further analysis by a professional
engineer.
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Typical Wall Framing & Wall Stud Example
TYPICAL WALL FRAMING
Concentrated
Load
Concentrated
Load
Jack Stud
(Cripple)
Uniform Load
Header
Blocking
(as required)
Trimmer
King Stud
Rough
Opening
Sill
Typical
Wall Studs
Wall Column
Jack Stud
oc Spacing
TYPICAL WALL STUD EXAMPLE
Uniform Load
HOW TO SIZE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Determine the Basic Wind Speed.
Determine the Exposure Category.
Determine the clear height of the wall stud.
Determine the total vertical load (plf) applied to the wall studs from the roof and floor.
Don't forget the wall weight!
5. Determine the allowable deflection ratio based on the wall construction.
6. Select the required grade and size from the appropriate chart for the desired
wall stud spacing.
EXAMPLE:
Stud Height
Select a suitable wall stud for a 9' first story wall for a residential structure located in a typical
urban development in the central midwest. The wall supports the second floor and the roof
of a 36' wide home. The second floor is supported at midspan and the roof trusses have a
1' overhang. The floor loads are 40 psf Live and 15 psf Dead load. The roof loads are 30 psf
Snow (115%) and 17 psf Dead. Assume 100 plf for the weight of the second story wall.
The exterior wall finish is stucco.
SOLUTION:
16" oc
Typ
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1. The example states the structure is located in the midwest which,
from the maps in the IBC, is normally considered a 90 mph Basic Wind Speed.
2. A typical urban development is normally an exposure B category provided that other
structures of single-family size or larger are located in close proximity in all directions.
3. Use the height of the wall (9') as an approximation of the stud height.
4. The vertical load applied to each wall stud is:
Roof:(30 psf + 17 psf) * (36' / 2 + 1') = 798 plf
Wall: 100 plf
Floor:(40 psf + 15 psf) * (18' / 2) = 495 plf
Total Vertical Load = 893 + 100 + 495 = 1488 plf
5. With a stucco finish, the deflection ratio shall be L/360 or better.
6. Using the 90 mph, Exposure B chart from the Wall Stud Capacity tables,
for a standard wall stud spacing of 16" oc, select:
1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1.35E LP® SolidStart® LSL at 16" oc can support a vertical load of 1720 plf
with a deflection ratio of L/375.
Typical Wall Framing: Trimmer & King Stud Examples
TRIMMER AND KING STUD EXAMPLES
Uniform Load
Header
Trimmer
King Stud
36" RO
Tributary Width
for King Stud
TRIMMER
KING STUD
HOW TO SIZE:
HOW TO SIZE:
NOTE: Trimmers are designed only for the vertical load applied by the header.
The king stud will be designed for the lateral wind pressures.
1. Determine the clear height of the trimmer.
2. Determine the Tributary width associated with the trimmer.
3. Determine the vertical load applied to the trimmer from the window header.
4. Select the required grade and size from the appropriate chart.
Hint: To size a trimmer, use the 12" oc row for the required height from the
appropriate Wall Stud Capacity table. At 12" oc, the vertical capacity in plf is
equivalent to the vertical capacity in lbs. Ignore the deflection for the trimmer.
NOTE: Design the king stud like an exterior wall column.To size as a single 1-1/2"
thick member, the king stud must be attached to the adjacent wall stud by
an exterior wall sheathing and interior gypsum wall board (or similar).
1. Determine the clear height of the king stud.
2. Determine the tributary width for the lateral wind pressure.
3. Determine the total vertical load (lbs) applied to the king stud.
4. Determine the allowable deflection ratio based on the wall construction.
5. Select the required grade and size from the appropriate chart.
EXAMPLE:
EXAMPLE:
Select a suitable trimmer for a 3' (36") rough opening located in the first story wall
of the Typical Wall Stud example. Assume the bottom of the window header is at
a height of 7'-6".
SOLUTION:
1. With a header height of 7'-6", use 8' for the trimmer height in the tables.
2. Add 3" to the rough opening to approximate the overall length of the header,
assuming single trimmers.
Tributary Width = (36" RO + 3") / 2 = 19.5"
3. The vertical load applied to the trimmer from the header is:
Roof: 893 plf (from Typical Wall Stud example)
Wall: 100 plf * (1.5' / 9') = 17 plf
(adjusted to the wall height supported by the header, approximately 1.5')
Floor: 495 plf (from Typical Wall Stud example)
Total Vertical Load on Trimmer = (893 + 17 + 495) * 19.5" / 12 = 2283 lbs
4. Using the 90 mph, Exposure B chart from the Wall Stud Capacity tables,
for a spacing of 12" oc, select:
1-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1.35E LP® SolidStart® LSL trimmer can support a vertical load
of 2880 lbs.
Select a suitable king stud for the same rough opening from the Trimmer example.
SOLUTION:
1. The king stud will be the same height as the typical wall stud – 9' in this example.
2. The tributary width for the wind pressure on the king stud is from the middle
of the rough opening to half the clear distance from the king stud to the
adjacent typical wall stud. Check the distance from the king stud to adjacent
wall stud on both sides of the window. If not known, and for this example,
assume a full wall stud spacing.
Tributary Width = 19.5" (from Trimmer example) + 16" / 2 (to next stud) + 1.5"
(assuming a single king stud) = 29"
Use 36" as next largest Tributary Width.
3. The applied vertical load on the king stud is based on half the spacing to the
next adjacent wall stud. Again, check the distance on both sides of the opening. If not known, and for this example, assume a full wall stud spacing.
Total Vertical Load = 1488 plf * (16" / 12) / 2 = 992 lbs
4. As in the typical wall stud example, use a deflection ratio of L/360 for stucco.
5. Using the table for Exterior Wall Column Capacity: 2x4 & 2x6 for 90 mph Wind,
Exposure B, select:
3-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1.35E LP SolidStart LSL king stud can support a vertical load
of 4970 lbs with a deflection ratio of L/389.
NOTE: The allowable bearing capacity of the header should always be verified. In this
example, if the header were a double SPF 2x6, a second trimmer would be required under
each end of the header. Based on a 425 psi allowable bearing stress for SPF lumber, the
bearing capacity is only 1912 lbs. (425 psi * 1.5" * 3") versus a reaction of 2880 lbs.
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Typical Wall Framing: Wall Column Examples
WINDOW COLUMN EXAMPLE
Concentrated
Load
HOW TO SIZE
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Uniform Load
Determine the clear height of the column.
Determine the tributary width for the lateral wind pressure.
Determine the total vertical load (lbs) applied to the column.
Determine the allowable deflection ratio based on the wall construction.
Select the required grade and size from the appropriate chart.
EXAMPLE:
This column sits between two windows, both 36" rough openings, in the wall from
the previous example. For this example, there is no additional concentrated load applied.
The only vertical loads will be the uniform load from the roof trusses, second story wall
and the second floor.
Wall
Column
SOLUTION:
1. The column will be the same height as the typical wall stud – 9'.
2. The tributary width for the wind pressure will be half the rough opening to both sides
plus the width of the column and the trimmers. Since the width of the column is not
known but the only vertical loads are the uniform loads from the common trusses,
try a double 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" column.
Tributary Width = 2 * (36" / 2) + 2 * 1-1/2" (trimmers) + 2 * 1-1/2"
(double 1-1/2" column) = 42"
Use 48" as next largest Tributary Width.
3. The applied vertical load on the column will only be the uniform load from the common
roof trusses between the trimmers – assume a typical stud spacing of 16" for simplicity.
The trimmers will support the vertical load from the window headers.
Total Vertical Load = 1488 plf
(from Typical Wall Stud example) * 16" oc / 12 = 1984 lbs
4. Again, use a deflection ratio of L/360 for stucco.
5. Using the table for Exterior Wall Columns: 2x4 & 2x6 for 90 mph Wind,
Exposure B, select:
5-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1.35E LP® SolidStart® LSL column can support a vertical load
of 8610 lbs with a deflection ratio of L/467.
36" RO
36" RO
Tributary Width
for Column
WALL COLUMN EXAMPLE
HOW TO SIZE
Concentrated
Load
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Uniform Load
Determine the clear height of the column.
Determine the tributary width for the lateral wind pressure.
Determine the total vertical load (lbs) applied to the column.
Determine the allowable deflection ratio based on the wall construction.
Select the required grade and size from the appropriate chart.
EXAMPLE:
Based on the conditions from the typical wall stud example, select a wall column in the same first story wall to
support a girder truss load of 4020 lbs. The design must include the weight of the second story wall and the load
from the second floor.
SOLUTION:
1. The column will be the same height as the typical wall stud - 9' in this example.
2. The tributary width for the wind pressure will be the same as that from the typical stud example: 16."
Hint: Even if this column falls off-center between two typical studs, the tributary width is still 16" (in this case)
as the total oc distance between the adjacent studs is 32."
3. The applied vertical load on the column will be the girder truss load transferred through the second story
wall column, the tributary area of the second floor and the tributary weight of the second story wall
(both the same as in the typical wall stud).
Roof: 4020 lbs
Wall: 100 plf x 16" oc / 12 = 134 lbs
Floor: 495 plf x 16" oc / 12 = 660 lbs
Total Vertical Load = 4020 + 134 + 660 = 4814 lbs
4. As in the typical wall stud example, use a minimum deflection ratio of L/360 for stucco.
5. Using the table for Exterior Wall Columns: 2x4 & 2x6 for 90 mph Wind, Exposure B, select:
3-1/2" x 3-1/2" 1.35E LP SolidStart LSL column can support a vertical load of 5280 lbs
with a deflection ratio of L/876.
Wall
Column
Tributary
Width
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Free-Standing Interior Column Capacity (lbs)
TO USE:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Determine the height of the column. If not listed, select the next tallest Height in the table.
Select the row corresponding to the required load duration.
Select the LP® SolidStart® LSL or LVL grade and size where the Vertical Load Capacity meets or exceeds the applied vertical load.
Verify the bearing capacity of the support for the selected column. See Design Assumption 6 below.
Height
4'
6'
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
Height
4'
6'
8'
9'
10'
12'
14'
16'
18'
20'
22'
24'
26'
28'
Load
Duration
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
Load
Duration
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
100%
115%
125%
3-1/2" x 3-1/2"
10410
10410
10410
7600
8070
8340
5280
5500
5620
4460
4610
4710
3800
3920
3990
2840
2920
2960
2200
2250
2280
1.35E LP LSL
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
16360
21560
16360
21560
16360
21560
11950
15760
12680
16720
13110
17280
8300
10940
8640
11390
8840
11650
7000
9230
7250
9560
7400
9750
5970
7870
6160
8120
6270
8260
4470
5900
4590
6050
4650
6130
3460
4570
3540
4660
3580
4720
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
27510
27510
27510
20100
21340
22050
13960
14540
14870
11780
12200
12440
10050
10360
10540
7530
7720
7820
5830
5950
6020
3-1/2" x 3-1/2"
10410
10410
10410
8330
8770
9030
5650
5860
5980
4740
4890
4980
4020
4140
4200
2990
3060
3100
2310
2350
2380
1.55E LP LSL or 1.5E LP LVL
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
16360
21560
16360
21560
16360
21560
13100
17260
13790
18170
14190
18710
8870
11700
9200
12140
9400
12390
7450
9820
7690
10130
7820
10320
6320
8330
6500
8570
6610
8710
4710
6210
4820
6350
4880
6430
3630
4790
3700
4880
3740
4940
3-1/2" x 3-1/2"
10410
10410
10410
10410
10410
10410
7930
8230
8410
6660
6890
7020
5670
5840
5940
4230
4330
4390
3270
3340
3380
-
3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
16360
16360
16360
16360
16360
16360
12460
12940
13220
10480
10830
11030
8910
9180
9330
6650
6810
6910
5140
5250
5310
-
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
27510
27510
27510
27510
27510
27510
20960
21770
22230
17620
18210
18560
14990
15440
15700
11190
11460
11620
8650
8830
8930
-
2.0E LP LVL
5-1/4" x 5-1/2"
24540
24540
24540
24540
24540
24540
24540
24540
24540
24540
24540
24540
24010
24540
24540
18690
19410
19830
14870
15350
15630
12080
12410
12600
9980
10220
10360
8370
8560
8660
-
5-1/4" x 7-1/4"
32350
32350
32350
32350
32350
32350
32350
32350
32350
32350
32350
32350
31650
32350
32350
24640
25590
26140
19610
20240
20600
15920
16360
16620
13160
13480
13660
11040
11280
11420
-
3-1/2" x 7-1/4"
21560
21560
21560
21560
21560
21560
16430
17060
17430
13810
14270
14540
11750
12100
12300
8770
8980
9110
6780
6920
7000
-
5-1/4" x 9-1/4"
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
31440
32650
33350
25020
25830
26290
20310
20870
21200
16790
17200
17430
14090
14400
14570
-
3-1/2" x 9-1/4"
27510
27510
27510
22030
23190
23870
14930
15480
15810
12530
12930
13160
10630
10940
11120
7920
8100
8210
6110
6230
6300
7" x 7-1/4"
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
39570
40000
40000
32860
34130
34860
27630
28550
29090
23500
24210
24610
20210
20750
21060
17540
17970
18220
15360
15710
15900
13560
13840
14000
7" x 9-1/4"
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
40000
35250
36430
37120
29990
30890
31400
25780
26480
26870
22380
22930
23240
19600
20040
20290
17300
17660
17860
DESIGN ASSUMPTIONS:
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1. Column Height is the clear height of the column between top and bottom supports.
2. The vertical load capacity is the total vertical load applied to the column, including all dead loads.
No lateral loads have been applied.
3. The vertical capacity is for a full cross-section only. Notching and drilling are not allowed without
further analysis by a professional engineer except as required for the proper installation of column caps,
bases and other hold-downs. Bolts, lag screws and self-tapping screws shall only be inserted through
the face of the column, perpendicular to the face of the strands in LP LSL and the veneers in LP LVL.
4. The capacity assumes an eccentricity of 1/6 of the column depth or width, whichever controls.
5. Interior columns are assumed to be braced in both directions at the top and bottom supports.
6. The tabulated capacities have been limited by the bearing capacity of 2500 psi concrete. For bearing
on a lower strength concrete or a wood plate, the designer shall check the required vertical load against
the bearing capacity for the plate and increase the column size accordingly. Refer to the Bearing Capacity
table on page 4 for column bearing on LP SolidStart LSL and LP LVL, or for the common species of
Hem-Fir and SPF. No increase is allowed without complete analysis of the vertical capacity of the column.
1. The value in each cell represents the allowable vertical load capacity of
a column, in pounds (lbs).
2. The column dimensions are for one-piece members. Built-up columns
are beyond the scope of this table.
3. Do not use a product where designated “-” without further analysis
by a professional engineer.
4. For columns embedded in interior walls where drilling or notching may
be required, use the Exterior Wall Column Capacity tables for 90 mph,
Exposure B, for the appropriate wall thickness (2x4, 2x6, 2x8 or 2x10).
This will conservatively account for the required 5 psf lateral wall load.
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Nailing and Connection Details
WALL SHEATHING PANEL EDGE NAILING
SINGLE STUD AT ADJOINING PANELS
DOUBLE STUD AT ADJOINING PANELS
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NOTES:
1. Minimum LP® SolidStart® LSL or LVL thickness for a single
stud is 1-1/2."
2. A double stud (or a minimum 2-1/2" single stud) are required
at adjoining panel edges as follows:
a. For LP SolidStart LSL when using 8d common nails
spaced closer than 4" oc or 10d common nails spaced
closer than 6" oc.
b. For LP SolidStart LVL when using 8d common nails
spaced closer than 6" oc. 10d common nails are not
allowed for a single stud.
3. The panel-edge nailing at a double stud shall be installed a
minimum 1/2" from both the panel edge and the edge of the
stud, and shall be installed with every
other nail staggered a minimum 1/4" horizontally.
4. The minimum nail spacing into the edge of the stud shall not
be less than:
a. For LP SolidStart LSL: 3" oc for both 8d and 10d
common nails.
b. For LP SolidStart LVL: 3" oc for 8d common nails
or 4" oc for 10d common nails.
5. Do not use nails larger than 10d common nails for wall
sheathing nailing.
6. In lieu of engineering analysis for prescriptive wall framing,
the double studs shall be stitch-nailed together with 2
staggered rows of 10d common nails spaced 8" oc in each row.
For engineered walls, the stitch nailing shall be designed to
transfer the required lateral shear.
Nailing and Connection Details
FASTENER DESIGN
Material
LP SolidStart LSL
LP SolidStart LVL
Equivalent Specific Gravity
Bolts and Lag Screws
Dowel Bearing (into the face only)
Load Applied Parallel to Grain
Load Applied Perpendicular to Grain
0.50
0.58
0.46
0.50
Nails and Wood Screws
Withdrawal
Dowel Bearing
Edge
Face
Edge
Face
0.46
0.50
0.50
0.55
0.46
0.50
0.50
0.50
NOTES:
1. Connection design using the equivalent specific gravity for each connection type listed above is for normal load duration and shall be adjusted according to code.
2. Fastener spacing, end and edge distance shall be as specified by code except for nail spacing as specified below.
3. See details at right for fastener and applied load orientation.
FASTENER & LOAD ORIENTATION
Load applied
parallel to grain
Nail into edge
Nail into
face
Load applied
perpendicular to grain
NAIL SPACING REQUIREMENTS
Material
Ply
Thickness
Fastener
Orientation
Edge
LP SolidStart LSL
≥ 1-1/2"
Face
Edge
LP SolidStart LVL
≥ 1-1/2"
Face
Nail Size
(common or box)
Minimum End
Distance
Minimum Nail
Spacing
8d
10d or 12d
16d
8d
10d or 12d
16d
8d
10d or 12d
16d
8d
10d or 12d
16d
2"
2"
2-1/2"
7/8"
7/8"
7/8"
2-1/2"
2-1/2"
3-1/2"
1-1/2"
1-1/2"
1-1/2"
3"
3"
4"
1"
1"
1-1/2"
3"
4"
5"
3"
3"
5"
NOTES:
1. Edge distance shall be such that does not cause splitting.
2. Multiple rows of nails shall be offset at least 1/2" and staggered.
3. Edge orientation refers to nails driven into the narrow edge: parallel to the face of the strands for LP LSL or the face of the veneer for LP LVL.
Face orientation refers to nails driven into the wide face: perpendicular to the face of the strands for LP LSL or the face of the veneer for LP LVL.
(See Fastener & Load Orientation details at right.)
4. 16d sinkers (3-1/4" x 0.148") may be spaced the same as the 10d or 12d common nail.
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Typical Connections
NAILED PLATE CONNECTIONS
TYPICAL FRAMING ANCHORS
Nail Type
Length
Diameter
8d box
8d common
10d box
10 common
16d sinker
16d box
16d common
2-1/2"
2-1/2"
3"
3"
3-1/4"
3-1/2"
3-1/2"
0.113"
0.131"
0.128"
0.148"
0.148"
0.135"
0.162"
Lateral Capacity (lbs)
Toe-Nail (lbs)
End-Nail
95
68
128
79
123
99
156
126
156
126
136
110
187
151
Anchor Type
A21
A23
A34
A35
A3
AC3
AC5
AC7
AC9
NOTE:
NOTE:
1. Refer to the manufacturers’ current catalogs
for complete information.
2. Capacities assume both members being equivalent
to Doug Fir-Larch or Southern Pine, with an
equivalent specific gravity of 0.50 or better.
3. Capacities are for a load duration adjustment
for wind, Cd = 1.60.
4. Capacities are for a single anchor and may be
doubled when installed in pairs.
Force 1
Force 2
Framing Anchors
6"
2-1/4"
2-1/4"
6"
End-Nail
6"
2-1/4"
6"
2-1/4"
6"
4" 4"
1. The lateral capacity assumes a load duration adjustment
for wind, Cd = 1.60.
2. Connections assume an equivalent specific gravity
of 0.50 for both the side member and main member.
For an SPF plate (SG=0.42), multiply the tabulated
lateral capacities by 0.84.
For a Hem-Fir plate (SG=0.46), multiply the tabulated
Toe-Nail
capacities by 0.93.
3. Toe-nail connections assume a toe-nail adjustment factor,
Ctn = 0.83 for lateral capacity.
4. End-nail connections assume an end grain adjustment factor,
Ceg = 0.67 for lateral capacity.
Capacity (lbs)
Force 1
Force 2
Simpson Strong-Tie®
(4) 10d x 1-1/2"
175
245
(8) 10d x 1-1/2"
565
585
(8) 8d x 1-1/2"
365
280
(12) 8d x 1-1/2"
450
685
USP Structural Connectors®
(8) 10d x 1-1/2"
590
600
(4) 10d
280
315
(6) 10d
545
545
(8) 10d
725
725
(10) 10d
910
900
Number of Nails
1"
CONNECTION OF BUILT-UP COLUMNS
COLUMN BASE
2-1/4"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
6"
6"
6"
6"
1"
1"
1"
2-1/4"
6"
2-1/4"
4" 4"
2-1/4"
6"
2-1/4"
6"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
ELEVATED COLUMN BASE
1-1/4" LSL or LVL or 1-1/8"
rim board or1" blocking
for lateral support
1"
1"
1"
1"
Optional
non-shrink
grout
Column
1"
Built-up columns shall be designed in accordance with the 2012 NDS
using the following recommended nailing and bolt patterns.
2-Ply 1-1/2" x 3-1/2"
• One row of 10d box nails (3" x 0.128")
spaced 6" oc.
• Drive every other nail from opposite
faces and offset horizontally.
3-Ply 1-1/2" x 3-1/2"
• One row of 10d box nails spaced 4" oc
from both faces.
• Horizontally offset every other nail
in the row.
• Stagger rows on each face and from
front to back.
2-Ply 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" and wider
• Two rows of 10d box nails
spaced 6" oc.
• Drive every other nail in a row
from opposite faces.
• Stagger rows.
3-Ply 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" and wider
• Three rows of 10d box nails
spaced 6" oc from both faces.
• Stagger rows on each face and
from front to back.
4-Ply 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" and wider (not shown)
• Two rows of 1/2" bolts spaced 8" oc.
• Maintain a 2" minimum edge distance and 4"
minimum end distance.
NOTES:
1. Larger nails may be used. Do not exceed a 16d common nail.
2. Except as specified herein, nail spacing, row spacing, edge distance and end distance
shall be in accordance with the NDS.
3. Do not exceed three plies for 1-1/2" x 3-1/2" wide members.
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1"
BEAM ON COLUMN
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
1"
6"
BEAM ON COLUMN CAP
2-1/4"
1"
1"
1"
4" 4"
2-1/4"
2-1/4"
1"
6"
6"
6"
1"
1"
2-1/4"
6"
4" 4"
2-1/4"
6"
6"
TYPICAL CONNECTIONS
1"
Framing anchor as required
for lateral load
Use trimmers as required
EXAMPLES OF FRAMING ANCHORS
1"
Handling and Storage Guidelines
• Warning: Failure to follow proper procedures for handling, storage and installation could result in unsatisfactory performance, unsafe structures and possible
collapse.
• Keep LP® SolidStart® LSL and LVL dry. These products are intended to resist the effects of moisture on
structural performance from normal construction delays
but are not intended for permanent exposure to the
weather.
• Unload products carefully, by lifting. Support the
bundles to reduce excessive bowing. Individual products
should be handled in a manner which prevents physical
damage during measuring, cutting, erection, etc.
• Keep products stored in wrapped and strapped bundles,
stacked no more than 10' high. Support and separate
bundles with 2 x 4 (or larger) stickers spaced no more
than 10' apart. Keep stickers in line vertically.
• Product must not be stored in contact with the ground,
or have prolonged exposure to the weather.
• Use forklifts and cranes carefully to avoid damaging
product.
• Do not use a visually damaged product. Call your local
LP SolidStart Engineered Wood Products distributor for
assistance when damaged products are encountered.
• For satisfactory performance, LP SolidStart LSL and
LVL must be used under dry, covered and well-ventilated interior conditions in which the equivalent moisture
content in lumber will not exceed 16%.
• For built-up members, LP SolidStart LSL and LVL shall
be dry before nailing or bolting to avoid trapping moisture.
• LP SolidStart LSL and LVL shall not be used for unintended purposes such as ramps and planks.
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For more information on the full line of LP® SolidStart® Engineered Wood Products or the nearest distributor, visit our web site at LPCorp.com.
Phone: 1-888-820-0325
E-mail: customer.support@LPCorp.com.
LP SolidStart Engineered Wood Products are manufactured at different locations
in the United States and Canada. Please verify availability with the LP SolidStart
Engineered Wood Products distributor in your area before specifying these products.
Cal. Prop 65 Warning: Use of this product
may result in exposure to wood dust, known
to the State of California to cause cancer.
PEFC/29-31-102
BV-SFICOC-US09000262
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