Steel Rafter Anchor Hurricane Plate

This steel rafter anchor hurricane plate is a Revit family component designed to secure timber roof members to wall plates. Constructed from heavy-gauge steel, this hurricane tie features a distinct Z-shaped profile designed to bridge the junction between a rafter and a top plate. The geometry includes pre-drilled nail holes distributed across both the vertical and horizontal flanges, ensuring a robust mechanical connection. The finish is a standard industrial grey, typical of galvanised or powder-coated steel hardware. Its sharp, angular form is engineered to resist uplift and lateral forces, providing essential structural integrity for timber-framed roof assemblies in regions subject to high wind loads or seismic activity.

The download is a 430 KB file containing a Revit family (.rfa). Load it into a project from the Insert tab with Load Family, then place it like any other component of its category; it schedules and tags with the rest of your model.

As a face-based Revit family, this component is designed for seamless insertion onto structural timber members within your model. Simply load the family into your project and host it directly onto the face of the rafter or wall plate. Once placed, use the standard alignment and locking tools to ensure the plate is correctly positioned at the intersection. You can leverage the existing parameters to manage visibility settings within your structural framing plans or detailed 3D connection schedules.

This hardware is essential for residential and light commercial timber-framed construction, specifically where roof trusses or rafters meet the top plate of a wall. It is commonly specified by structural engineers for wind-uplift resistance in coastal or exposed locations. Use this component in your detailed framing models, section views, and construction documentation to clearly communicate connection requirements. It pairs effectively with standard timber framing libraries and is a critical asset for producing accurate structural schedules and precise material take-offs.