Product Description
Simpson GT2Z GT ZMAX Galvanized 16-Gauge Gazebo Tie for 6-2x Rafters and Top Plate to Post is a Simpson Strong-Tie structural connector engineered specifically to join a 2x rafter and top plate to the post on a six-sided gazebo. By adding strength and rigidity to three-way connections, this gazebo tie makes gazebo construction easier, safer, and stronger - and is the trusted choice of engineers and contractors for projects that must meet building code requirements.
Key Features
- Connects a 2x rafter and top plate to the post on a six-sided gazebo
- Adds strength and rigidity to three-way connections
- Made from 16-gauge steel
- ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
- Engineered and tested to perform to the highest quality standards
- Manufactured in the United States
Specifications
- Model Number: GT2Z
- Gauge: 16
- Coating/Finish: ZMAX
- Member Size: 2x
- Install With: (8) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails or (8) #9 x 1-1/2 in. Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive SD screws in the rafter AND (4) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails or (4) #9 x 1-1/2 in. SD screws in the post
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Six-sided gazebo construction - rafter and top plate to post connections
- Exterior structural applications requiring corrosion-resistant hardware
- Treated-wood applications where enhanced corrosion resistance is required
- Building code-compliant gazebo projects
Frequently Asked Questions
- What type of gazebo is the GT2Z designed for?
- The GT2Z is designed exclusively for six-sided gazebos. It connects a 2x rafter and top plate to the post, adding strength and rigidity to three-way connections specific to that geometry.
- What fasteners are required to install the GT2Z?
- Installation requires (8) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails or (8) #9 x 1-1/2 in. Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive SD screws in the rafter, and (4) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails or (4) #9 x 1-1/2 in. SD screws in the post. Fasteners are not included.
- Why is ZMAX galvanization important for this connector?
- ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance, making the GT2Z suitable for exterior applications and use with treated wood - environments where standard galvanization may not provide sufficient long-term protection.
- What gauge steel is the GT2Z made from?
- The GT2Z is manufactured from 16-gauge steel, providing the structural integrity needed to reinforce three-way gazebo connections and help the structure resist wind uplift and lateral forces.
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