Product Description
Simpson HGT-3 Heavy Girder Tiedown is a Simpson Strong-Tie engineered connector designed for high-load truss applications requiring exceptional uplift resistance. Built for 3-ply girder widths, this heavy girder tiedown delivers high uplift capacity for girders and accommodates installation on trusses and beams with top chord slopes up to 8/12. It can be anchored directly into CMU or used in combination with a holdown, making it a versatile solution for demanding structural connections.
Key Features
- Crescent washers supplied to allow for adjustability during installation
- Load rated to resist high-wind forces
- 3-ply width (4-5/16 in.)
- Made from 7-gauge steel
- Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish
Specifications
- Model Number: HGT-3
- Width: 4-15/16 in.
- Height: 3-5/8 in.
- Ply: 3-ply
- Gauge: 7
- Coating/Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- High-load truss applications requiring girder tiedown connections
- Trusses and beams with top chord slopes up to 8/12
- Anchoring directly into CMU (concrete masonry units)
- Use in combination with a holdown for enhanced connection performance
- High-wind force resistance applications
Options
- Contact us for Hot-Dip Galvanized options and Special orders
Downloads and Resources
- Product Guide & SPECS. View Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
- What fasteners are required to install the HGT-3?
- Installation requires (16) 0.148-in. x 3-in. nails AND (2) 3/4-in. anchors for concrete/CMU or (2) 5/8-in. anchors for wood.
- What is the maximum top chord slope this tiedown can accommodate?
- The HGT-3 can be installed on trusses and beams with top chord slopes up to 8/12.
- What is the purpose of the crescent washers included with the HGT-3?
- The crescent washers are supplied specifically to allow for adjustability during installation, making it easier to achieve a proper fit in the field.
- Can the HGT-3 be used with both concrete/CMU and wood substrates?
- Yes. The HGT-3 can be anchored directly into CMU or in combination with a holdown, and the fastener requirements account for both concrete/CMU and wood anchor options.
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