Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie THGW3-4 is an extra-high-capacity bolted truss hanger engineered for the installation of multi-ply girder trusses. Built with a welded construction, this hanger attaches to a vertical web and features a distinctive wraparound shape that delivers superior load support through a double-shear design. Finished in Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint, the THGW3-4 is a dependable structural connector for demanding framing applications where maximum load transfer and connection integrity are critical.
Key Features
- Extra-High-Capacity Design: Engineered to handle demanding multi-ply girder truss installations requiring superior load performance.
- Wraparound Shape: Unique geometry supports higher loads and improves connection stability compared to standard hanger profiles.
- Double-Shear Design: Provides enhanced shear resistance for critical structural connections.
- Welded Construction: Fully welded hanger body delivers consistent strength and dimensional reliability.
- Bolted Attachment: Attaches to a vertical web using machine bolts for a robust, engineered connection.
- Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint Finish: Corrosion-resistant coating suited for interior and protected structural applications.
Specifications
- Model Number: THGW3-4
- Manufacturer: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Coating / Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Installation of multi-ply girder trusses in residential and commercial framing
- Structural connections requiring attachment to a vertical web member
- High-load carrying member connections where double-shear performance is required
- Applications governed by ANSI/TPI 1-2014 girder truss lateral bracing requirements
Installation Notes
- Install with 10d common nails and 3/4 in. machine bolts.
- All multiple members must be fastened together to act as a single unit.
- Maximum 11 7/8" bottom chord in the carrying member to allow for the minimum bolt end distance.
- Bolts must be installed symmetrically when fewer than the maximum number of bolts are used on the backplate.
- Girders must have adequate lateral bracing to prevent excessive displacement due to secondary torsional stresses (refer to ANSI/TPI 1-2014 Section 7.5.3.5).
Note: Product dimensions and/or screw or bolt holes may differ from the picture shown. Please refer to the item description for specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What type of truss is the THGW3-4 designed to support?
- The THGW3-4 is specifically engineered for the installation of multi-ply girder trusses, making it suited for residential and commercial framing applications where high-capacity structural connections are required.
- How does the wraparound design benefit this hanger compared to a standard hanger profile?
- The wraparound shape provides a double-shear design that delivers superior load support and improved connection stability, allowing the hanger to handle higher loads than standard hanger profiles.
- How is the THGW3-4 attached, and where does it connect?
- The THGW3-4 attaches to a vertical web using machine bolts, providing a robust bolted connection. Its welded construction ensures consistent strength and dimensional reliability throughout the hanger body.
- What finish does the THGW3-4 have, and what environments is it suited for?
- The THGW3-4 is finished in Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint, a corrosion-resistant coating that is suited for interior and protected structural applications.
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