Joist hangers are designed to provide support underneath the joist, rafter or beam to provide a strong a connection. Simpson Strong-Tie offers a diverse line of hangers to handle almost any application with top flange, concealed flange and field-skewable and slopeable options. The RR ridge rafter connector provides a connection between a rafter and the ridge of a roof. Features: Easier and stronger than toenailing or screw fastening Top flange designed to interlock when used in pairs so that rafters maintain correct alignment Use with rafter slopes up to 30-degrees Min. rafter size: 2x6 For a rafter-to-face connector, flatten the top flange into the face plane Made from 18-Gauge steel Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance Install with 10d x 1-1/2 in. nails or #9 x 1-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SD screws Simpson Strong-Tie here.