Strip brace, also called strap brace or bracing strap, is a flat galvanised steel strap supplied in coils. It is nailed diagonally across timber wall frames, roof planes and ceilings, and tensioned, to stop the frame racking. Installers cut it to length on site.
Linkworld supplies strip brace coils in G300 Z275 galvanised steel for timber merchants, frame and truss manufacturers and hardware distributors in Australia and New Zealand. Width, thickness, coil length and hole pattern can be made to your specification, and each coil can carry your own label.
Strip Brace Specifications
| Specification | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Product | Strip brace / strap brace coil |
| Material | G300 steel, Z275 galvanised; stainless steel on request |
| Common widths | 25, 30 and 32 mm |
| Common thicknesses | 0.8, 1.0 and 1.2 mm |
| Coil lengths | 15, 30 and 50 m, or to order |
| Holes | Plain or pre-punched to drawing |
| Packing | Single coils in cartons, own-brand labels |
Other sizes and finishes can be made to drawing or sample.
Where Strip Brace Is Used
- Wall bracing diagonal bracing across timber stud walls
- Roof bracing across rafters and trusses
- Ceiling and floor bracing in timber framing
- Tie-downs general strapping between timber members
Choosing Strip Brace
- Width and thickness: 30 x 0.8 mm and 30 x 1.0 mm are common for walls; heavier sections are used where the bracing design calls for them.
- Coil length: shorter coils suit retail; 30 m and 50 m coils suit frame plants and builders.
- Coating: G300 Z275 is the usual specification in Australia and New Zealand.
- Holes: plain strap is nailed through; pre-punched strap speeds up fixing.
Bracing layout and strap size should follow the building design, which in Australia usually refers to AS 1684 and in New Zealand to NZS 3604.
Common Purchasing Mistakes
Ordering width only. Give the thickness as well. 30 x 0.8 and 30 x 1.0 mm are different products.
Leaving out the coating. State G300 Z275 so the steel grade and zinc coating are clear.
Mixing coil lengths under one code. Give each coil length its own code and label.
Confusing strip brace with hoop iron. They look similar. State the width, thickness and use on the order.
What to Send with Your Enquiry
| Item | What to tell us |
|---|---|
| Size | Width, thickness and coil length |
| Material | G300 Z275 galvanised or stainless steel |
| Holes | Plain or pre-punched |
| Quantity | Number of coils for each size |
| Packing | Carton and label details |
| Destination | Destination port |
Packing and Supply for Distributors
We pack strip brace coils in bulk cartons for trade distribution, or in your own branded boxes, buckets and small packs for retail. Each size can carry its own label. For customers who plan several deliveries through the year, we offer free warehouse storage and staged shipments.
Work With Linkworld
Linkworld has more than 20 years of fastener export experience and runs its own cold heading workshop. Our own QC team checks width, thickness, coil length and coating in our inspection room before every shipment. We make strapping to your specification, so special widths, thicknesses and hole patterns are welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is strip brace used for?
It is used for diagonal bracing of timber wall frames, roofs, ceilings and floors, to stop the frame racking.
What sizes does strip brace come in?
Common sizes are 25, 30 and 32 mm wide and 0.8, 1.0 and 1.2 mm thick, in 15, 30 or 50 m coils.
What steel is strap brace made from?
G300 steel with a Z275 galvanised coating is the usual specification in Australia and New Zealand.
Is strip brace the same as hoop iron?
They are similar flat straps, but strip brace is sold for structural bracing to a specified width and thickness.
Can you supply strip brace coils with our label?
Yes. Each coil can be packed in a carton with your own label.
Looking for strip brace coils in your own sizes or labels?
Send the sizes, coil length, quantity and packing you need through the enquiry form below, and our team will reply with the options that fit your range.
Send an Enquiry
Send a drawing, sample or clear reference photo. Add the quantity and application if available, and we can start from the information you already have.