Simpson Strong-Tie PDPA Powder-Driven Pin
The PDPA is a hardened-steel, powder-actuated fastener designed to fasten building components to concrete, steel and CMU. The PDPA consists of a fastener with a 0.300"-diameter head and a 0.157"-diameter shank. The PDPA provides maximum jobsite productivity with fast installation.
- The minimum effective shank length must equal or exceed the sum of the thickness of the attached material and the minimum embedment depth
- Code listed per ICC-ES ESR-2138, Florida FL15730 and LA RR25469
- Designed for use with Simpson Strong-Tie® powder-actuated tool systems as well as other common tools
- The PDPA-MG models are mechanically galvanized for additional corrosion protection
Specifications (all models)
- Shank Diameter (in.): 0.157
- Head Diameter (in.): 0.300
- Material: Carbon Steel
- Packaging Type: Box
- Application: Designed for installation into A36 and A572 Grade 50 structural steel
- Compatible Tools: Simpson Strong-Tie: PTP-27L, PT-27, PT-22A, PT-22HA
Available options (see each model for exact values)
- Finish: Mechanically Galvanized, Mechanically Galvanized, Class 65
- Dimensions: .157 x 1/2, .157 x 3/4, .157 x 1, .157 x 1 1/2, 0.157 x 2, 0.157 x 2 1/2, 0.157 x 2 7/8
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