2 in. HCP ZMAX® 2x Hip Corner Plate, 18 ga. | SIM-HCP2Z

Simpson StrongTie's HCP2Z ZMAX 2x Hip Corner Plate offers reliable strength without compromising structural integrity during peak load events. The plate works effectively with rafters sloped up to 45 degrees and aligns quickly with built-in plate line locators, streamlining layout in repetitive roof framing. Its compact footprint eases storage and installation, and bundled as individual units or multiple-pack cases, it scales efficiently for both new builds and retrofit projects in coastal or high-wind zones.

• The HCP2Z hip plate is fabricated from strong 18 ga. steel with a ZMAX® galvanized finish for corrosion protection
• It secures rafters to double top plates at a clean 45'degree angle without requiring birdsmouth cuts under catalog-listed loads
• Pre'punched fastener holes accept six 0.148'¯in —'¯1-1/2'¯in. nails to both rafter and plate for consistent load transfer
• Built'in locator lines align the plate with the top plate joint accurately and speed up repetitive installation
• Compact size and lightweight design make storage and handling easier on busy framing crews