Common studs - Holes and bracing
Holes in studs must be located within the middle half of the depth of the member and holes in plates must be located within the middle half of the breadth of the member. AS 1684.2-2006 provides a table with all the details set out similar to the following example:
| Symbol | Description | Limits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notched | Not notched | ||
| A | Distance between holes and/or notches in stud breadth | Min 3D | Min 3D |
Table 1: Hole distance in studs
Where studs have to be braced, the bracing is notched into the stud as shown in the diagram below.
