Sheet brace straps are short, pre-cut and pre-punched galvanised steel straps used in timber framing. They tie bottom plates, studs and floor members together at bracing panels, and are fixed with nails or screws through the punched holes. Unlike coiled strip brace, they come cut to length and ready to fix.
Linkworld supplies sheet brace straps in G300 Z275 galvanised steel and in stainless steel, for timber merchants, frame manufacturers and hardware distributors in Australia and New Zealand. Width, thickness, length and hole pattern can be made to your drawing or sample, and we pack in bulk cartons or in your own branded packs.
Sheet Brace Strap Specifications
| Specification | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Product | Pre-cut sheet brace strap |
| Material | G300 steel, Z275 galvanised; stainless steel 304 or 316 |
| Common width | 25 mm |
| Common thickness | Around 0.9 mm |
| Common lengths | 200, 300, 400 and 600 mm |
| Holes | Pre-punched nail holes to drawing |
| Packing | Bulk cartons, own-brand boxes and small packs |
Other sizes and finishes can be made to drawing or sample.
Where Sheet Brace Straps Are Used
- Bracing panels tying bottom plates and studs at sheet bracing
- Floor connections fixing frames to timber or concrete floors
- Frame tie-downs short straps across timber joints
- Repairs and additions extra ties in existing framing
Sheet Brace Straps and Strip Brace
Sheet brace straps are short, pre-cut and pre-punched, used at bracing panel ends and floor connections. Strip brace comes in long coils and is run diagonally across walls and roofs. Keep them as separate items in your range.
Strap size, number and fixing pattern for bracing should follow the building design, which in New Zealand usually refers to NZS 3604 and in Australia to AS 1684.
Common Purchasing Mistakes
Ordering coil strip instead of pre-cut straps. State the cut length and hole pattern for sheet brace straps.
Leaving out the coating. State G300 Z275 so the steel grade and zinc coating are clear.
Galvanised straps near the coast. Use stainless steel for coastal or very exposed jobs.
Mixing lengths under one code. Give each length its own code and label.
What to Send with Your Enquiry
| Item | What to tell us |
|---|---|
| Size | Width, thickness and length |
| Holes | Hole size and spacing, or a sample |
| Material | G300 Z275 galvanised or stainless steel |
| Quantity | Quantity for each length |
| Packing | Bulk carton, own-brand box or small pack |
| Destination | Destination port |
Packing and Supply for Distributors
We pack sheet brace straps 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 length, thickness, hole position and coating in our inspection room before every shipment. We make stamped parts to drawing or sample, so special lengths and hole patterns are welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a sheet brace strap?
A short pre-cut, pre-punched galvanised steel strap used to tie framing members at bracing panels and floor connections.
What sizes do sheet brace straps come in?
Commonly 25 mm wide, about 0.9 mm thick, and 200, 300, 400 or 600 mm long.
What is the difference between sheet brace and strip brace?
Sheet brace straps are short and pre-cut; strip brace comes in long coils for diagonal bracing.
What material are sheet brace straps made from?
G300 Z275 galvanised steel is standard; stainless steel is available for coastal jobs.
Can you make sheet brace straps to our sample?
Yes. Send a sample or drawing with length, thickness and hole pattern.
Looking for sheet brace straps in your own sizes or packs?
Send the sizes, finish, 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.