I6 The W4 plate is useful

The W4 plate is useful for connecting rafters to king posts at the peak of a gable

1/4" is better for applications that need structural support

The N6 plate is useful for connecting rafters without king posts at the peak of a gable

Please refer to the video to help you with choosing the correct V Plate

The VB6 plate is useful for connecting truss bottom chords to top chords where the top chord sits on the bottom chord

I6 The W4 plate is usefulThe I6 is useful for connecting timbers end to end or as straps that overlap timbers on any face. 6" wide plates look good on timbers ranging in width from 6" to 12". 3 16" steel is a good choice for purely decorative plates. 1 4" is better for applications that need structural support.