The Slotted Side Mounting Rap-Tie system consists of a Slotted Flat-Plate, a V-Tie™ and an Insulation Support (optional), as shown in Figures 2, 3 and 4 respectively.

Lateral loads applied to the brick veneer are transferred through the V-Tie™ to the Slotted Flat-Plate, which is attached to the backup wall studs with two fasteners, as illustrated in Figure 1.

The fasteners transfer the load from the tie to the stud in shear. Note that this shear mode connection is much more desirable than the highly corrosion susceptible tension mode connection.

The vertical orientation of the Slotted Flat-Plate, in conjunction with the slotted connection between the Slotted Flat-Plate and the V-Tie™, results in the ability of the Slotted Side Mounting Rap-Tie to allow for 30 mm (1.2") of vertical construction adjustability and differential movement between the masonry veneer and the structural backup stud wall system.