The Simpson Strong-Tie THGQH7.25-SDS Heavy Truss Hanger is a professional-grade structural connector engineered for demanding girder truss and structural composite lumber beam applications. Built to 3-gauge steel and finished in Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint, this hanger delivers exceptional load capacity without the complexity of traditional bolted connections. By utilizing Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws - included with every unit - the THGQH7.25-SDS simplifies installation while achieving high allowable loads, making it a preferred choice for structural framing professionals who need reliable performance and design flexibility.

Key Features

• High-Capacity SDS Fastening System: Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws are supplied for all round and triangle holes, helping to transfer load between the plies of the supporting girder when they penetrate all plies.
• Lower-Cost Alternative to Bolted Hangers: The THGQH design eliminates the need for bolts while still providing high load capacities, reducing both material costs and installation time on the job site.
• Flexible Fastener Quantities: Minimum and maximum fastener quantity options are available to accommodate a range of design loads and engineering requirements.
• Increased Allowable Loads: Increased allowable loads are available when a wider vertical web is used, giving engineers and contractors greater design latitude.
• Skewable Design: Various models in the THGQH series may be skewed up to 45 deg., providing adaptability for angled framing conditions.
• Durable Finish: Coated in Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint for corrosion resistance in standard interior applications.
• Made in the USA: Manufactured in the United States to stringent quality standards.

Specifications

• Model Number: THGQH7.25-SDS
• Gauge: 3
• Width: 7-1/4 in.
• Height: 24-1/2 in.
• HB (Header Bearing): 11-1/4 in.
• Coating / Material: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
• Fastener Type Included: Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector Screws
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Girder truss connections requiring a heavy-duty, high-load hanger
• Structural composite lumber (SCL) beams attached to a girder truss
• Multi-ply girder assemblies where load transfer between plies is critical
• Framing applications requiring angled or skewed hanger installations up to 45 deg.
• Projects where variable fastener quantities are specified by the engineer of record

What's Included

• 1x Simpson Strong-Tie THGQH7.25-SDS Heavy Truss Hanger
• Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector Screws (supplied for all round and triangle holes)

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of fasteners are used with the THGQH7.25-SDS, and are they included?

The THGQH7.25-SDS uses Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which are included with every unit. These screws are supplied for all round and triangle holes and help transfer load between the plies of the supporting girder when they penetrate all plies.

How does the THGQH7.25-SDS differ from traditional bolted hangers?

The THGQH7.25-SDS is specifically designed as a lower-cost alternative to bolted hangers. It eliminates the need for bolts while still providing high load capacities, which reduces both material costs and installation time on the job site.

Can the allowable load capacity be increased, and how?

Yes, increased allowable loads are available when a wider vertical web is used. This gives engineers and contractors greater design latitude when planning structural framing applications.

What material and finish is the THGQH7.25-SDS constructed from?

The THGQH7.25-SDS is built from 3-gauge steel and finished in Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint, making it a professional-grade structural connector suited for demanding girder truss and structural composite lumber beam applications.