# Connectors

[53.8](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-8/index.html) [53.9](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-9/index.html) [53.10](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-10/index.html) [53.11](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-11/index.html) [53.12](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-12/index.html) [53.13](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-13/index.html) [53.18](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-18/index.html) [53.19](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-19/index.html) [53.20](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-20/index.html) [53.21](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-21/index.html) [53.22](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-22/index.html) [53.23](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-23/index.html) [53.24](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-24/index.html) [53.25](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-25/index.html) [53.26](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-26/index.html) [53.27](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-27/index.html) [53.28](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-28/index.html) [53.29](/content/en/docs/prepare/installation/connectors/53-29/index.html)

## 53.8 - level 1 perimeter straight bracing connector

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## Overview

See [3D overview of 53.8](https://a360.co/42nNVZb)

## Assembled view

Assembled 53.8

## Exploded view

Exploded-view of 53.8

## Parts

See order of use for [53.8 - level 1 perimeter straight bracing connector](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/53.8/manual/)

## Assembly steps

These are assembly instructions for adding fasteners to a connector adaptation. Before adding fasteners the following are prerequisites:

1. the slab is level
2. baseplate connector is staged per layout
3. sandwich panels are staged

Initial position state of 53.8

### Step 1

Position 2 pcs. of [4.11 shim for baseplate connector](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/4.11/) in such a way that they ensure uniform levelness across all connectors on the first level.

### Step 2

Drill holes at the designated points, then proceed to securely install 4 pcs. of [99.15 anchor 3/8-16](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/99.15/) in these holes.

### Step 3

Insert 2 pcs. of [1.5 plywood washer](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/1.5/) into sandwich panel holes.

### Step 4

Position [3.4 spacer](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/3.4/) as depicted on the picture above.

### Step 5

Position 2 pcs. of [10.15 floor plate with countersunk holes](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/10.15/) as depicted in the picture above.

### Step 6

Fasten floor plates with 8 pcs. of [99.73 countersunk screw](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/99.73/) countersunk screw in designated holes for countersunk screws.

### Step 7

Position [15.40 bracing bracket](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/15.40/) as depicted on the image.

### Step 8

Add 4 pcs. of [99.91001 washer](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/99.91001/) onto the screws and fasten with 4 pcs. of [99.13 hex nut](https://cloud.instock.com/assets/articles/99.13/).