Staifix Timber Frame Tie
BS 5268-6.1 Type 6 Tie
The Staifix STF6 tie is designed to fix brickwork or blockwork to timber-framed structures up to 4 storeys in height. The tie is cranked to simplify correct installation and to prevent moisture from crossing the cavity. It is supplied complete with an annular ring shank nail.
Lengths:
To suit 50mm cavities
To suit 75mm cavities
To suit 100mm cavities
Staifix-Thor Helical Timber Tie, TIM6
BS 5268-6.1 Type 6* Tie
The Staifix-Thor Helical TIM6 is available in four standard lengths. It is suitable for cavities from 50mm to 150mm and can be used with the red Staifix Universal Clip where insulation has to be retained in the cavity. An installation tool is required to hammer the tie into the timber frame.
Lengths:
175mm* for 50-75mm cavities
200mm for 76-100mm cavities
225mm for 101-125mm cavities
250mm for 126-150mm cavities
*Type 5 at 50-60mm cavities
Where standard Type 6 Timber Frame Ties are unsuitable, Ancon recommends the use of the Timber Frame Movement Tie.
Manufactured to suit any cavity from 50mm to 150mm, the Ancon Timber Frame Movement Tie comprises a channel, a strip tie and a screw. This system accommodates maximum differential movement of 65mm; the tie should be positioned 10 12mm from the bottom of the channel.
Staifix Frame Tie
The Staifix Frame Tie is used to join timber door and window frames directly to brickwork. It is suitable for use in buildings up to 15 metres in height. The vertical spacing of frame ties depends on the application. Please contact Ancon for more details.