Product Features
Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie SHH Steel Header Hanger (Model SHH6/54-KT24) is engineered to support traditional cold-formed steel (CFS) box headers fabricated with top and bottom tracks, as well as large-flange lay-in headers commonly found in curtain-wall construction. Measuring 7-3/16 in. (H) x 5-5/8 in. (L) and formed from 54-mil (16-gauge) G90 galvanized steel, this connector delivers reliable structural performance while keeping installed costs low. The connector geometry is designed to minimize drywall buildup, and the screw count has been optimized through extensive testing. A wide array of value-engineered hole patterns accommodate different load levels, making the SHH6/54-KT24 a versatile and efficient choice for professional cold-formed steel framing applications. This kit is packaged as 24 connectors (12 right-handed + 12 left-handed) to cover paired installations in a single order.
Key Features
- Wind Load Transfer via Bottom Tabs: The bottom tabs transfer wind load from the horizontal window header to the jamb studs and help support the header assembly during installation.
- Component Assembly Testing: Tabulated loads are based on component assembly testing, which assists to mitigate design risk.
- Coped Gusset for Drywall Clearance: To enable easier drywall installation, the gusset portion of the SHH is coped to avoid 1-1/2" (max.) track legs.
- Multi-Flange Compatibility: The screw-hole layout at the jamb studs accommodates flange sizes of 1-5/8 in., 2 in., 2-1/2 in., 3 in., and 3-1/2 in. - this versatility allows the load to be evenly distributed along two lines of fasteners so that each jamb stud carries equal axial load with minimum eccentricity.
- Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction: Made from 54-mil/16-gauge steel intended for use with 6-in.-deep (min.) box headers.
- G90 Galvanized Finish: Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance.
- Paired Kit Packaging: Packaged as a box of 12 right-handed connectors and 12 left-handed connectors for complete header installations.
Specifications
- Model Number (MPN): SHH6/54-KT24
- Height (H): 7-3/16 in.
- Length (L): 5-5/8 in.
- Steel Thickness: 54 mil
- Gauge: 16 ga.
- Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Member Size: 6-in.-deep (min.) box headers
- Compatible Flange Sizes: 1-5/8 in., 2 in., 2-1/2 in., 3 in., 3-1/2 in.
- Installation Fasteners: #10 screws
- Package Quantity: 24 (12 right-handed + 12 left-handed connectors)
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Framing - Cold-Formed Steel (CFS)
- Supporting traditional CFS box headers fabricated with top and bottom tracks
- Supporting large-flange lay-in headers common in curtain-wall construction
What's Included
Packaged as a box of 12 right-handed connectors and 12 left-handed connectors (24
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of headers is the SHH6/54-KT24 designed to support?
- The SHH6/54-KT24 is designed to support traditional cold-formed steel (CFS) box headers fabricated with top and bottom tracks, as well as large-flange lay-in headers commonly used in curtain-wall construction. It is intended for use with 6-in.-deep (minimum) box headers.
- Which stud flange sizes are compatible with this header hanger?
- The screw-hole layout at the jamb studs accommodates flange sizes of 1-5/8 in., 2 in., 2-1/2 in., 3 in., and 3-1/2 in. This versatility allows the load to be evenly distributed along two lines of fasteners so that each jamb stud carries equal axial load with minimum eccentricity.
- What fasteners are required to install the SHH6/54-KT24?
- The SHH6/54-KT24 should be installed with #10 screws. The screw count has been minimized through extensive testing to help reduce installed cost without compromising structural performance.
- What does the 24-pack kit include, and what corrosion protection does it offer?
- The kit includes 24 connectors total - 12 right-handed and 12 left-handed - packaged together to cover paired installations in a single order. The connectors are made from 54-mil (16-gauge) steel with a G90 zinc galvanized coating for extra corrosion resistance.
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