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Outdoor Accents - Avant Collection
Outdoor Accents - Avant Collection
APLH - Concealed Joist Hanger
APLH - Concealed Joist Hanger
APLH - Concealed Joist Hanger
APLH - Concealed Joist Hanger
APVA - Angle Bracket
APVA - Angle Bracket
APVA - Angle Bracket
APVA - Angle Bracket
APVT90 - T Strap
APVT90 - T Strap
APVT90 - T Strap
APVT90 - T Strap
APVB90 - Post Base
APVB90 - Post Base
APVB90 - Post Base
APVB90 - Post Base
APVDJT45 - Deck Joist Tie
APVDJT45 - Deck Joist Tie
APVDJT45 - Deck Joist Tie
APVDJT45 - Deck Joist Tie
APVDW56-M - Decorative Washer
APVDW56-M - Decorative Washer
APVDW56-M - Decorative Washer
APVDW56-M - Decorative Washer
APVL90 - L Strap
APVL90 - L Strap
APVL90 - L Strap
APVL90 - L Strap
APVST90300 - Flat Strap
APVST90300 - Flat Strap
APVST90300_Flat Strap
APVST90300_Flat Strap
SAE - Joist Hanger
SAE - Joist Hanger
SAE Joist Hanger
SAE Joist Hanger
SD Connector Screw
SD Connector Screw
SD Connector Screw with Angle Bracket
SD Connector Screw with Angle Bracket
SDWS - Structural Timber Screw
SDWS - Structural Timber Screw
STN22 Hex Head Washer
STN22 Hex Head Washer
STN22 Hex Head Washer with SDWS
STN22 Hex Head Washer with SDWS
STN22 Hex Head Washer with SDWS
STN22 Hex Head Washer with SDWS
APBO Decorative Bottle Opener
APBO Decorative Bottle Opener
APBO Decorative Bottle Opener
APBO Decorative Bottle Opener
APVGP1212
APVGP1212
APVGP1212
APVGP1212
APVGP1212-4
APVGP1212-4
APVGP1212-4
APVGP1212-4
APVKB45-4
APVKB45-4
APVKB45-4
APVKB45-4
APVKB45-4
APVKB45-4

Timeless beauty. Tested strength.

With straight edges and chamfered corners, structural connectors in the Outdoor Accents® - Avant Collection have a clean look that complements nearly every design. And with a black powder coat and an innovative washer-and-fastener combo, you can bring both elegant design and structural strength to your outdoor living areas.

Post Base

Outdoor Accents® post bases secure timber columns or posts to concrete, while providing a 25mm standoff height that helps minimise risk of decay and screws in lateral loading of the timber post. These bases accommodate 90mm timber. Install with Outdoor Accents® structural timber screws and hex-head washers for a decorative look.

Deck Joist Tie

The Deck Joist Tie attaches 45mm wide joists to the side of 90mm or larger support posts. It installs quickly and easily with the Outdoor Accents® structural SDWS screw and hex head washer for the look of a bolted connection.

Strap Tie (T Strap & L Strap)

The flat T Strap Tie and L Strap Tie bring decorative flair and lateral strength to your outdoor living space or even an indoor project. They provide reinforcement for connections where one timber piece intersects another at a 90° angle. They're designed to accommodate multiple timber sizes and to be installed with Outdoor Accents® structural timber screws and hex-head washers.

Strap Tie (Flat Strap)

The APVST Flat Strap works for Timber in both nominal and rough sizes. It can be used to connect two beams together or added to any project as a decorative accent. Installs with the Outdoor Accents structural screw and hex-head washer.

Concealed Joist Hanger

The APLH Concealed Joist Hanger is a face‑mounted concealed flange hanger solid timber sections. Ideal for end of ledger/header or post conditions, it also provides cleaner lines for pergolas.

Joist Hanger

The SAE Face Fix Joist Hanger is a heavy-duty hanger suitable for 45mm joist. Big seat for joists provides greater strength support. Installed with Outdoor Accents® black hex head connector screws.

Hex-Head Washer

The Outdoor Accents® hex-head washer provides the decorative appearance of a bolted connection. Its patent design makes for an easier and significantly faster installation compared to through‑bolting. This washer and screw combination is designed specifically to fasten Outdoor Accents post bases, flat staps, T and L straps, and angles. 

Structural Timber Screw

Outdoor Accents® structural timber screw is combined with the hex-head washer, the solution delivers increased strength and the decorative appeal of a bolted connection with the installation ease of a screw. The SDWS Timber Screw with patented SawTooth point allows for faster installation, less torque and requires no pre-drilling. The screw's bold thread design enables superior holding to attach ledgers and other secure connections. The structural screw and washer are both sold separately from the Outdoor Accents connectors.

Angle

Outdoor Accents 90 degree Angles tie together beams, rafters and more. These angles make structural connections between beams and posts stronger and provide consistent, straight corners for a variety of outdoor projects. The APVA90 Angle is designed for use with 90mm or larger post; The APVA50 Angle is designed for use with 45mm rafter.

Decorative Washer

The APVDMW56-M decorative washer installs easily with the structural SDWS Timber screw and hex‑head washer combination and can be used in a variety of timber-to-timber connections.

Connector Screw

The Outdoor Accents® connector screw reduces installation time by driving easily without predrilling. Designed for installation with the Outdoor Accents® angles, joist hangers, the screw's black finish accents any outdoor living project. The sharp point of the screw enables fast starts, and the patented serrated threads reduce torque for improved driveability.

APBO Decorative Bottle Opener

The APBO-KT decorative bottle opener is a three-piece kit that installs easily with the included screws and works well with both the Outdoor Accents Mission Collection® and Avant Collection.

Gable Plate

These gable plates provide reinforcement for a connection from a timber beam to three angled timber braces for 45 degree pitch gable. Two sizes are available: (1) APVGP1212-4 suits 90mm (w) or larger timber; APVGP1212 suits 140mm (w) or larger timber.

Gable plates are easily installed with Outdoor Accents structural screws and hex-head washers.

Knee Brace

The Knee Brace connector designs for posts or beams knee brace connection with 45° bracing supports. It suits with min. 90mm (w) timber. Installs quickly and easily with the Outdoor Accents structural screw and hex-head washer.

Material

Carbon Steel 2mm-2.7mm thick

Finish
  • ZMAX® galvanization with a black powder coat: Connectors
  • Quik Guard® Coating: Hex-Head Washer
  • Double-Barrier black proprietary coating: Fasteners 
Features & Benefits
  • Flat T and L strap ties, Bolt-like connectors bring decorative appeal and lateral strength to your outdoor living area or even an indoor project
  • Fastener and washer create decorative bolt-like connections but install with the ease of a screw and without predrilling
  • Post bases secure timber posts to concrete, while providing a 25mm standoff height to help prevent rot from standing water and ground moisture
  • All hardware has been structural strength tested and approved, and can be used to resist wind or seismic loads
  • Black Double-Barrier Coating offers premium look while providing a medium level of corrosion protection for many outdoor applications
  • Patent hex-head washer design facilitates easy installation
  • Big seat for joists provides greater strength support
  • Concealed Joist Hanger with internal flange for concealed fixings, provides cleaner lines for outdoor structures
  • Flat Straps can be used to connect two beams together or added to any project as a decorative accent
Installation
  • Use all specified fasteners 
Applications
  • Pergolas
  • Patios
  • Arbours, Garden Gazebos, Garden Arches, Trellis
  • Outdoor Living, Outdoor Structures, Outdoor Decks
Approvals
  • IAPMO-UES ER-192
  • IAPMO-UES ER-280
  • ICC-ES ESR-3046
  • FL13975-R5
  • FL10865-R4
  • FL9589-R5
Model No. Table

 

Technical Data - Post Bases

Model No.

Dimensions (mm)

Fasteners Qty

Design Capacity (kN)

Box Qty

L

W

H

Column

Anchor Dia. (mm)

Australia

New Zealand

Uplift (k1=1.14)

Download (k1=0.69)

Uplift (k1=1.0)

Download (k1=0.8)

APVB90

75

95

180

4

16

4.4

38.2

4.4

31.5

8

  1. Design Capacity is the lesser of (1) the Characteristic Capacity multiplied by the Australian Capacity Factor, or the NZ Strength Reduction Factor (φ), and applicable the k modification factors following AS 1720.1 and NZS 3603 and (2) the Serviceability Capacity which is the load at 3.2mm joint slip. Design Capacity is the minimum of test data and structural joint calculation.
  2. For Australia, the Capacity Factor (φ) is 0.85 for nails and screws for structural joints in a Category 1 application. Reduce tabulated values where other Category applications govern. For NZ, the Strength Reduction Factor (φ) is 0.80 for nails and screws in lateral loading.
  3. Duration of Load Factor (k1) is as shown. Reduce Duration of Load Factor where applicable. Capacities may not be increased.
  4. Timber species for joint design is seasoned Radiata Pine, which is Australia Joint Group JD4 per AS 1720.1 Table H2.4 and New Zealand timber grade SG8.
  5. Uplift loads have been increased for wind or earthquake or seismic with no further increase allowed; reduce where others govern.
  6. Downloads may not be increased for short-term loading.
  7. Specifier to design concrete for uplift capacity.
  8. Downloads shall be reduced where limited by capacity of the post.
  9. All post fasteners are a Simpson Strong-Tie® SDWS22312DB inserted through an STN22 washer.
  10. Post bases do not provide adequate resistance to prevent members from rotating about the base and therefore are not recommended for non-top-supported installations (such as fences or unbraced carports).

 

Technical Data - Deck Joist Tie

Model No.

Ga.

Dimensions (mm)

Design Capacity (kN) - Download

Box Qty

S

W

H

Australia

New Zealand

Floor (k1=0.69)

Floor (k1=0.8)

APVDJT45

10

45

80

250

14.4

13.5

12

  1. Design Capacity is the lesser of (1) the Characteristic Capacity multiplied by the Australian Capacity Factor, or the NZ Strength Reduction Factor (φ), and applicable the k modification factors following AS 1720.1 and NZS 3603 and (2) the Serviceability Capacity which is the load at 3.2mm joint slip. Design Capacity is the minimum of test data and structural joint calculation
  2. For Australia, the Capacity Factor (φ) is 0.85 for nails and screws for structural joints in a Category 1 application. Reduce tabulated values where other Category applications govern. For NZ, the Strength Reduction Factor (φ) is 0.80 for nails and screws in lateral loading.
  3. Duration of Load Factor (k1) is as shown. Reduce Duration of Load Factor where applicable. Capacities may not be increased.
  4. Timber species for joint design is seasoned Radiata Pine, which is Australia Joint Group JD4 per AS 1720.1 Table H2.4 and New Zealand timber grade SG8.
  5. Design capacity is for a single part.
  6. Joist fastener is a Simpson Strong-Tie SDWS22512DB inserted through an STN22 washer.
  7. Post fastener is a Simpson Strong-Tie SDWS22312DB inserted through an STN22 washer.

 

Technical Data - Strap Ties

Model No.

Dimensions (mm)

Fasteners Qty

Design Capacity (kN)

Box Qty

W

L

H

Column

Beam

Australia

New Zealand

Uplift (k1=1.14)

F1 (k1=1.14)

Uplift (k1=1.0)

F1 (k1=1.0)

APVL90

76

210

210

2

4

5.7

3.0

5.7

3.0

8

APVT90

76

350

210

2

4

5.9

4.5

5.9

4.5

APVST90300

76

285

-

-

8

5.7

3.0

5.7

3.0

  1. Design Capacity is the lesser of (1) the Characteristic Capacity multiplied by the Australian Capacity Factor, or the NZ Strength Reduction Factor (φ), and applicable the k modification factors following AS 1720.1 and NZS 3603 and (2) the Serviceability Capacity which is the load at 3.2mm joint slip. Design Capacity is the minimum of test data and structural joint calculation
  2. For Australia, the Capacity Factor (φ) is 0.85 for nails and screws for structural joints in a Category 1 application. Reduce tabulated values where other Category applications govern. For NZ, the Strength Reduction Factor (φ) is 0.80 for nails and screws in lateral loading.
  3. Duration of Load Factor (k1) is as shown. Reduce Duration of Load Factor where applicable. Capacities may not be increased.
  4. Timber species for joint design is seasoned Radiata Pine, which is Australia Joint Group JD4 per AS 1720.1 Table H2.4 and New Zealand timber grade SG8.
  5. Allowable loads have been increased for wind or seismic loads with no further increase allowed.
  6. Connectors must be installed in pairs. Allowable loads do not apply to single parts.
  7. All fasteners are a Simpson Strong-Tie® SDWS22312DB inserted through an STN22 washer.

Technical Data - Joist Hanger

Model No.

Joist Size (mm)

Dimensions5 (mm)

Fasteners
(No. – Length x Dia., mm)

Design Capacity (kN)

Width

Height

W

H

B

Face

Joist

Uplift
k1 = 1.0

Download

Floor
k1 = 0.80

Roof
k1 = 0.80

SAE200/46/2PB

45

90–120

45

80

84

8 – 38 x 3.75

4 – 38 x 3.75

3.00

5.70

5.70

SAE250/46/2PB

115–150

45

100

84

12 – 38 x 3.75

7 – 38 x 3.75

5.24

6.84

6.84

 

  • Design Capacity is the lesser of (1) the Characteristic Capacity multiplied by the NZ Strength Reduction Factor φ), and applicable the k modification factors following NZS 3603 and (2) the Serviceability Capacity which is the load at 3.2mm joint slip. Design Capacity is the minimum of test data and structural joint calculation.

  • The Strength Reduction Factor (φ) is 0.80 for nails in lateral loading.

  • Duration of Load Factor (k1) is as shown. Reduce Duration of Load Factor where applicable. Capacities may not be increased.

  • Timber species for joint design is seasoned Radiata Pine, which is New Zealand Joint Group J5 per NZS 3603 Table 4.1.

  • Dimensions W, H and B are for the interior of the hanger.

 

Technical Data - Angle (2 required for APVA90)

Model No.

Dimensions (mm)

Fasteners Qty

Design Capacity (kN)

Box Qty

L

W1

W2

Column

Beam

Australia

New Zealand

Uplift (k1=1.14)

F1 (k1=1.14)

Uplift (k1=1.0)

F1 (k1=1.0)

APVA90

80

80

75

2

2

2.0

6.2

2.0

6.2

12

APVA50

40

50

35

1

1

0.9

1.1

0.9

1.1

45

  1. Design Capacity is the lesser of (1) the Characteristic Capacity multiplied by the Australian Capacity Factor, or the NZ Strength Reduction Factor (φ), and applicable the k modification factors following AS 1720.1 and NZS 3603 and (2) the Serviceability Capacity which is the load at 3.2mm joint slip. Design Capacity is the minimum of test data and structural joint calculation. 
  2. For Australia, the Capacity Factor (φ) is 0.85 for nails and screws for structural joints in a Category 1 application. Reduce tabulated values where other Category applications govern. For NZ, the Strength Reduction Factor (φ) is 0.80 for nails and screws in lateral loading. 
  3. Duration of Load Factor (k1) is as shown. Reduce Duration of Load Factor where applicable. Capacities may not be increased. 
  4. Timber species for joint design is seasoned Radiata Pine, which is Australia Joint Group JD4 per AS 1720.1 Table H2.4 and New Zealand timber grade SG8. 
  5. Allowable loads have been increased for wind or seismic loads with no further increase allowed. 
  6. For APVA90, connectors must be installed in pairs. Allowable loads do not apply to single parts. 
  7. For APVA50 - Allowable loads are for a single part. 
  8. All fasteners for APVA90 are a Simpson Strong-Tie® SDWS90DBB inserted through an STN22M washer.
  9. All fasteners for APVA50 are a Simpson Strong-Tie® SD38DBB #10x38.

 

Technical Data - Concealed Joist Hanger

Model No.

Joist Size (mm)

Dimensions (mm)

Fasteners Qty

Design Capacity (kN)

Box Qty

Width

Height

W

H

B

Face

Joist

Australia

New Zealand

Uplift (k1=1.14)

F1 (k1=0.69)

Uplift (k1=1.0)

F1 (k1=0.8)

APLH45140

45

140-240

46

130

49

6

4

6.4

8.4

5.3

7.7

24

APLH45240

200-320

46

200

49

10

6

9.0

13.5

7.4

13.2

12

  1. Design Capacity is the lesser of (1) the Characteristic Capacity multiplied by the Australian Capacity Factor, and applicable the k modification factors following AS 1720.1 or the NZ Strength Reduction Factor (φ), and applicable the k modification factors following NZS 3603 and (2) the Serviceability Capacity which is the load at 3.2mm joint slip. Design Capacity is the minimum of test data and structural joint calculation.
  2. For Australia, the Capacity Factor (φ) is 0.85 for screws for structural joints in a Category 1 application. Reduce tabulated values where other Category applications govern. For NZ, the Strength Reduction Factor (φ) is 0.80 for nails in lateral loading.
  3. Duration of Load Factor (k1) is as shown. Reduce Duration of Load Factor where applicable. Capacities may not be increased.
  4. Timber species for joint design is seasoned Radiata Pine, which is Australia Joint Group JD4 per AS 1720.1 Table H2.4 and New Zealand Joint Group J5 per NZS 3603 Table 4.1.
  5. Dimensions W, H and B are for the interior of the hanger.
  6. All fasteners are a Simpson Strong-Tie® SD38DBB #10x38.

 

Technical Data - Connector Screws

Model No.

Size

Thread Length
(mm)

Timber Side Member (mm)

Characteristic Withdrawal Value (N/mm)

Box Qty

Australia

New Zealand

JD4

JD5

SG8

SG6

SD38DBBR50

#10 x 38mm

25

38

101

71

139

97

5 Packs
(50 per clamshell)

  1. Characteristic values are for connections between two members with full thread penetration into the main member.
  2. Characteristic values are based on installation into the side grain of the timber with the screw axis perpendicular to the face of the member.
  3. The main and side members shall be sawn timber or structural composite timber with the specific gravity or equivalent specific gravity typical of JD4 and JD5 for Australia or SG8 and SG6 for New Zealand.
  4. For design values, apply appropriate capacity factor.
  5. Design values shall be multiplied by applicable adjustment factors from AS 1720.1 or NZS 3603.

 

Technical Data - Decorative Washer

Model No.

Thickness

Hole Dia.

W

APVDW56-M

2.7 mm

15 mm

76 mm

 

  1. Fastener is SDWS90DBB or SDWS140DBB, inserted through an STN22M washer.

 

Technical Data - Hex-Head Washer

Model No.

Diameter

Box Qty

Ctn Qty

STN22M-R8

38 mm

8

10

 

  1. Combined with the Outdoor Accents structural timber screws - SDWS90DBB or SDWS140DBB

 

Technical Data - Structural Timber Screw and Hex-Head Washer

Model No.

Hex-Head Washer

Screw Length (mm)

Thread Length (mm)

Timber Side Member (mm)

Characteristic Lateral Value, QKL (N)

Carton Qty

Australia

New Zealand

JD4

JD5

JD6

SG8

SG6

SDWS90DBB-R50

STN22M-R8

90

51

38

3475

2840

2660

3460

3145

6 Packs
(50 per box)

SDWS140DBB-R50

140

70

6930

6400

3910

9140

8580

10 Packs
(12 per clamshell)

  1. Characteristic values are for connections between two members with full thread penetration into the main member.
  2. Characteristic values are based on installation into the side grain of the timber with the screw axis perpendicular to the face of the member.
  3. The main and side members shall be sawn timber or structural composite timber with the specific gravity or equivalent specific gravity typical of JD4, JD5 and JD6 for Australia or SG8 and SG6 for New Zealand.
  4. For design values, apply appropriate capacity factor.
  5. Design values shall be multiplied by applicable adjustment factors from AS 1720.1 or NZS 3603.

 

Technical Data - Gable Plates

Model No.

Material Thickness
(mm)

Angle (deg.)

Dimensions (mm)
W x H x L

Fastener Quantity

Characteristic Lateral Value, QKL (N)

Carton Qty

Australia

New Zealand

Beam

Center Column

Angled Struts

JD5

SG6

APVGP1212-4

2.7

45

76 x 292 x 508

16

8

16

2840

3145

2

APVGP1212

127 x 501 x 876

  1. Allowable loads have been increased for wind or earthquake loading with no further increase allowed. Reduce where other loads govern.
  2. Connector table loads and fastener quantities are listed for two parts. For single part installations, use half the listed values.
  3. Uplift loads apply to the connection between the center vertical post and the beam.
  4. All fasteners are Outdoor Accents® SDWS90DBB inserted through an STN22M hex-head washer. Quantities listed are for two parts.
  5. Fasteners sold separately.
 
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