Connectors
Architectural Products Group
HLPC/HLGPC
Heavy Angles with Optional Gussets
Versatile angle gussets and heavy angles promote standardization and construction economy, and are compatible with Simpson Strong-Tie® structural hardware.
CBPC
Column Base
The CBPC column base helps prevent members from rotating. The bottom of its base plate is designed to be flush with the concrete. The CBPC features powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
CCPC
Column Cap
Column caps provide a high-capacity connection for column-beam combination. The CCPC features a powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
LEGPC/MEGPC
Beam Hangers
The LEGPC and MEGPC beam hangers are designed to support large members typically found in glulam beam construction. Both feature a powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
HLPC/HTPC
Beam to Column Ties
The HLPC/HTPC are non-notched, beam-to-column ties used in ornamental applications. Both have a powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
HSTPC/PSPC
Strap Ties
The HSTPC/PSPC non-notched straps transfer tension loads in an ornamental application. Each have a powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
OCC/OECC
Ornamental Column Caps
The OCC ornamental column cap provides a high-capacity connection for columns and beams. The OECC is suitable for end conditions. Both feature a powder-coated black paint for a more finshed look.
OT/OL
Beam to Column Ties
The OT/OL are notched, beam-to-column ties used in ornamental applications. Both have a powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
OCB
Ornamental Column Base
The OCB ornamental column base attaches a column so that the bottom of the base plate is flush with the concrete. The OCB features a powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
OHA
Ornamental Heavy Angle
The OHA ornamental heavy angle is a versatile, heavy-gauge connector that affixes two members at 90°. The OHA features a powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
OS/OHS
Ornamental Strap Ties
The OS/OHS notched straps transfer tension loads in an ornamental application. The OS/OHS feature a powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
OU
Ornamental Joist Hanger
The OU is a 7 gauge, face-mount hanger connecting a joist to a header for an ornamental application. The OU features a powder-coated black paint for a more finished look.
BPPC
Bearing Plate
Bearing plates give greater bearing surface than standard cut washers, and help distribute the load at these critical connections.
CJT
Concealed Joist Tie
A load-tested connection that is hidden from view. Ideal for cases where the design calls for a clean look with no connectors.
CPTZ
Concealed Post Tie
The unique design provides a clean, concealed connection for a premium look. Also provides the code-required 1″ standoff above concrete to help prevent rot at the post end.
ETB
Hidden Timber Connector
The ETB hidden connector provides a load-tested beam connection without any visible hardware. Interlocking plates are fastened onto each member and lock together for a secure structural connection.
CPS/PBV
Standoff Bases
The CPS composite plastic standoff is for increased concrete surface area. The PBV hidden standoff post base comes in with two different sizes for a variety of post shapes.
OHU
Ornamental Joist Hanger
Heavy duty, load-rated joist hangers that are designed to add beauty as well as strength. Installation is simple with our Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (included).
Special Order Parts
Simpson can make a variety of flat and bent steel shapes, which include gusset plates for heavy timber trusses, custom ornamental shapes and retaining plates.
Caps and Bases
CPTZ
Concealed Post Tie
The unique design provides a clean, concealed connection for a premium look. Also provides the code-required 1″ standoff above concrete to help prevent rot at the post end.
EPS
Post Base
The EPS4Z provides a light-duty connector for attachment of posts to concrete.
EPB
Elevated Post Base
These cast-in-place post bases provide a secure connection to the concrete and the code-required 1″ standoff to help prevent rot at the post end.
ABA/ABU/ABW
Adjustable and Standoff Post Bases
Post bases that install on hardened concrete and provide a 1″ standoff at the bottom of the post to help prevent moisture rot. Slotted to adjust around the anchor bolt for optimum post placement.
PB/PBS
Regular and Standoff Post Bases
Cast-in-place post bases that offer a load-tested connection that can be installed with nails or bolts. Standoff versions provide a code-required 1″ standoff to help prevent rot at the post end.
UB/WUB
Post Brackets
Saddle bracket for connecting posts to concrete.
PB
Post Base
PB post base provides a connection between a post (or column) for decks, patio covers and other top-supported structures.
PBS
Post Base
PBS post base provides a connection between a post (or column) for decks, patio covers and other top-supported structures. It has a 1″ standoff to reduce potential decay of post and column ends.
PPBZ
Porch Post Base
PPBZ porch post base eliminates the need for temporary support of the porch roof structure while supporting permanent porch framing throughout all construction stages.
RPBZ
Retrofit Post Base
The new RPBZ Retrofit Post Base is designed to reinforce existing posts and columns. The single, versatile model will fit on any size post consisting of a double 2×4 or larger.
RCPS
Rebar Carport Saddle
A simple, no frills cast-in-place post base.
CBQGT
Column Base
For a secure, easy to install connection between column and concrete. Installation with our Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws speeds installation and results in higher capacity.
CBS/CBSQ
Column Bases
The CBS column base installs with machine bolts, and the CBSQ uses Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, allowing for fast installation, reduced reveal and high capacity.
LCB/CB
Column Bases
The LCB/CB column bases helps connect posts to the concrete for a broad range of members. The bottom of its base plate is designed to be flush with the concrete.
LCB
Column Base
These column bases install with screws, shortening installation time and reducing reveal while providing a high capacity connection.
AC/ACE/LPCZ/LCE/RTC
Post Caps
These post caps are used in pairs and can be installed while wood members are in place. The symmetrical design eliminates the need for rights and lefts.
BC/BCS
Post Caps
Ideal for attaching beam to post or anchoring the bottom of a post to wood.
PCZ/EPCZ
Post Caps
The next-generation PCZ/EPCZ post caps are designed with their post and beam flanges in-line so that one PCZ/EPCZ model can accommodate several post sizes
LCE
Post Cap
The universal design of the LCE4 provides high capacity while eliminating the need for rights and lefts. For use with 3 1/2″ to 6″ framing members.
CC/ECC/ECCU
Column Caps
A high-capacity beam-to-column connection installed with through-bolts. Available in a variety of configurations and finishes.
CCQ/ECCQ
Column Caps
A high-capacity beam-to-column connection installed with Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws to provide faster installation and a greater net section area of the column compared to bolts
ECCL/CCC/CCT
Column Caps
Design solutions for column-to-beam connections that have multiple beams joining on top of a column. Many combinations of beam and post sizes can be manufactured to match almost any application.
ECCLQ/CCCQ/CCTQ
Column Caps
High-capacity connections used where multiple beams come together on top of a column. This design uses Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for faster installation and a lower profile.
LCC/CCOS
Lally/Steel Column Caps
Lally column caps and steel column caps provide adequate bearing length for larger girder reactions.
CBTZ
Concealed Beam Tie
The new CBTZ Concealed Beam Tie combines structural strength with invisibility for applications that call for concealed joinery rather than standard beam-to-post connections.
Concrete Connectors and Anchors
FWA
Foundation Wall Angle
FWA foundation anchors connect the foundation or basement walls to the floor system to resist out-of-plane forces imposed by soil pressure using our own Titen HD® heavy-duty screw anchor.
FAP/FJA/FSA
Foundation Anchors
Anchor the house to the foundation to better resist seismic forces in raised-foundation homes. Anchor the mudsill with the FAP and attach joists with the FJA and studs with the FSA.
UFP
Universal Foundation Plate
The UFP provides a retrofit method to anchor the mudsill to the side of the foundation in applications where minimum vertical clearance exists.
LMAZ/MA/MAB/MASB
Mudsill Anchors
An alternative to anchor bolts, mudsill anchors mount on forms and make finishing easier. The unique design pro-vides installation flexibility, eliminating problems with misplaced anchor bolts.
MASA/MASAP
Mudsill Anchors
Mudsill anchors are a time-saving alternative to anchor bolts that help ensure correct installation even if a stud is in the way. Loads are superior to 5⁄8″ and 1⁄2″ mudsill anchor bolts.
ABS
Anchor Bolt Stabilizer
Quickly attaches to the form and stabilizes the anchor bolt to ensure correct placement and prevent it from being moved during the concrete pour.
AnchorMate®
Anchor Bolt Holder
These reusable anchor bolt holders mount easily on the forms ensure accurate placement,. The gripping section secures the bolt in place without a nut for quicker set up and tear down.
BP/LBP
Bearing Plates
These plates provide a greater bearing area in order to distribute loads to the mudsill better than standard washers. Available uncoated and hot-dip galvanized.
CNW/HSCNW
Coupler Nuts
A tested and load-rated method to join threaded rod and anchor bolts. “Witness” holes in the nut as well as a positive stop feature help ensure even threading into each end of the nut.
PAB
Pre-Assembled Anchor Bolt
The PAB is ideal for high-tension-load applications. A plate washer at the embedded end is between two fixed hex nuts and a head stamp for easy post-pour identification.
StrapMate®
Strap Holder
The StrapMate is designed to keep the STHD and LSTHD straps vertically aligned during the concrete pour to minimize possibility of spalling. The friction fit allows for quick and easy installation.
SB
Anchor Bolt
The SB is the latest development in high-capacity anchors. The smooth transition angle positions the head of the anchor in the optimum location in the concrete stem wall to maximize performance.
SSTB®
Anchor Bolts
Designed to resist high-tension loads like those needed for our holdowns and Strong-Wall® shearwalls. Code-listed by ICC-ES to meet acceptance criteria AC 399 under the 2009 and 2012 IBC® and IRC®.
RFB
Retrofit Bolt
RFBs are clean, oil-free, pre-cut threaded rod, supplied with nut and washer that provides a complete engineered anchoring system when used with Simpson Strong-Tie® adhesive.
ABL
Anchor Bolt Locator
Ensures the accurate and secure placement of anchor bolts on concrete-deck forms prior to concrete placement. Nail the locator to the form and thread in the bolt – no other parts are needed.
GH
Girder Hanger
The GH provides a girder-to-foundation wall connection that can be skewed based on the application.
GLB/HGLB/GLBT
Beam Seats
A cast-in-place connection between beam and concrete or CMU pilaster.
L-Bolt
Anchor Bolt
L-Bolts are used to attach a plate member to a concrete or masonry foundation, provide anchorage for lightweight post bases, and for general anchorage to concrete.
Decks and Fences
DBT
Deck-Tie® Connector
The DBT deck-board tie provides a nail-free surface fastening system for deck boards. Leaves an unbroken deck surface that is easy to sand and refinish when it’s time for maintenance.
DJT
Deck Joist Tie
The DJT14Z attaches 2x deck joists and beams to the side of 4x or larger support posts.
DPTZ
Deck Post Tie
An easy to install solution for attaching 2×4 or 4×4 posts to the side of stair stringers and rim joists.
DTT
Deck Post Connector
Safe, cost-effective connectors designed to meet or exceed code requirements for deck construction. Also load-rated as a holdown for light-duty shearwalls and braced wall panel applications.
FC
Framing Clip
Framing clips provide fast, accurate framing that is ideal for fence construction. Their three-dimensional nailing pattern results in high-strength joint values.
LSC
Adjustable Stringer Connector
The LSC adjustable stair-stringer connector offers a versatile, concealed connection between the stair stringer and the carrying header or rim joist while replacing costly framing.
ML
Angle
ML angles combine strength and versatility. Staggered fastener holes minimize wood splitting and opposing hole patterns help ease back-to-back installation.
TA
Staircase Angle
In addition to providing structurally sound staircase framing, the TA eliminates costly conventional notching.
E-Z Base™/ E-Z Mender™/E-Z Spike™
E-Z fence post products make installing or reinforcing 4×4 fence posts easy and economical. Install new posts without pouring concrete and repair rotted fence posts in place.
FB/FBR
Make the connection between fence rails and posts simple and strong. Eliminate toe-nailing or screwing while providing extra support.
PGT®
Pipe Grip Ties
Pipe Grip Ties attach wood fence rails to metal fence posts, eliminating rotted and failed wood posts. The PGT is suitable for standard applications as well as corners and splices.
KBS
Knee-Brace Stabilizer
The KBS1Z knee-brace stabilizer makes a structural connection between knee bracing and columns or beams to help stabilize free-standing structures.
Engineered Wood Connectors
U/HU/HUC/HUCQ
I-Joist Hangers
This group of joist hangers offers design flexibility and tested loads for I-joist and SCL applications. Standard and concealed-flange models as well as custom options are available.
W/WP/WPU/WM/WMU/HW/HWU
I-Joist and Structural Composite Lumber Hangers
Welded top-flange hangers that offer additional strength and rigidity for medium-to-heavy loads. Our most customizable hangers, they can be sloped and skewed to suit the application.
HUC
Hanger
This heavy-duty, concealed-flange connector is designed for schools and other structures requiring additional strength, longevity and safety factors.
HUCQ
Heavy-Duty Joist Hanger
HUCQ heavy-duty joist hangers install with our Strong-Drive® wood screws. Installed at the end of a beam or on a post, they offer a strong connection with fewer screws than nailed hangers.
LBV/BA/B/HB
I-Joist and Structural Composite Lumber Hangers
The BA hanger is a cost-effective choice for high-capacity I-joist and common SCL applications. The LBV, B and HB hangers offer versatility for I-joists and structural composite lumber.
EGQ
High-Capacity Hanger
This high-capacity, top-flange connector is for use with Structural Composite Lumber beams, and installs with Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for higher capacity and easier installation.
CBS/CBSQ
Column Bases
The CBS column base installs with machine bolts, and the CBSQ uses Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, allowing for fast installation, reduced reveal and high capacity.
CC/ECC/ECCU
Column Caps
A high-capacity beam-to-column connection installed with through-bolts. Available in a variety of configurations and finishes.
CCQ/ECCQ
Column Caps
A high-capacity beam-to-column connection installed with Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws to provide faster installation and a greater net section area of the column compared to bolts
GLTV/HGLTV
Heavy-Duty Hangers
Designed for structural-composite-lumber header applications that require high loads. Top-flange nails are sized and located to prevent degradation of the header due to splitting of laminations.
HUS/HHUS/HGUS
Double Shear Hangers
Designed for applications where high loads are needed, these hangers have double-shear nailing. This patented innovation distributes load through two points on each joist nail for greater strength.
LCB/CB
Column Bases
The LCB/CB column bases helps connect posts to the concrete for a broad range of members. The bottom of its base plate is designed to be flush with the concrete.
LGU/MGU/HGU/HHGU
High-Capacity Girder Hangers for Engineered Wood & Structural Composite Lumber
High-capacity girder hangers designed for situations where the header and joist are flush at the top. Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws make installation easier.
LCB
Column Base
These column bases install with screws, shortening installation time and reducing reveal while providing a high capacity connection.
MSC
Multiple-Seat Connector
The MSC supports the ridge and two valleys for roof construction. Ideal for dormer roof applications.
SCL
High-Capacity Top-Flange Hanger
The SCL series of top-flange hangers are high-load capacity connectors for use with Structural Composite Lumber that distribute the load to the carrying member and the fasteners.
DU/DHU/DHUTF
Drywall Hangers
The DU/DHU face-mount and the DHUTF top-mount hangers carry joist floor loads to a wood stud wall through two layers of ⅝” gypsum board (drywall). These hangers install after the drywall is in place.
ITS/MIT/HIT
Engineered Wood Products Hangers
These top-flange I-joist hangers offer superior performance and faster installation. The Strong-Grip™ seat allows joist installation without joist nails, resulting in the lowest installed cost.
IUS/MIU
I-Joist Hangers
A hybrid hanger that incorporates advantages of the face-mount and top-mount hanger. Installation is fast with the nailless Strong-Grip™ seat, easy-to-reach face nails and self-jigging locator tabs.
LSU/LSSU/LSSUI
Light Slopeable/Skewable U Hangers for I-Joists and SCL
This series attaches engineered-wood joists or rafters to headers, sloped up or down, and skewed left or right, up to 45°.
PAI/MPAI
Purlin Anchors
Cast-in-place solutions for anchoring engineered-wood purlins to concrete and concrete-block walls that are ICC-ES code listed for cracked and un-cracked concrete applications.
SUR/SUL/HSUR/HSUL
Skewed 45° Hangers for I-Joist and SCL
These 45° skewed hangers make the installation of single and double I-joists easier because they encapsulate the top flange of the I-joist, eliminating the need for web stiffeners.
LF
I-Joist Hanger
Ideal for applications not requiring web stiffeners. The economical LF series comes with a height designed to support the top chord of the I-Joist to reduce installation time and material costs.
LT
Hanger
A dedicated range of Top Flange I-joist hangers meeting the unique needs of I-joists while offering superior performance and ease of installation.
RC
Ripper Clip
The RBC connects ripped 2x framing to the top of another wood joist.
THAI
Hanger
Designed for I-joists, the THAI has extra long straps and can be field-formed to give height adjustability and top flange hanger convenience.
VPA
Variable-Pitch Connector
The field-slopeable VPA offers a versatile solution for attaching rafters to the top plate. It will adjust to accommodate slopes between 3:12 and 12:12, making it a complement to the versatile LSSU.
HCP
Hip-Corner Plate
The HCP connects a rafter or joist to double top plates at a 45° angle.
HRC
Hip-Ridge Connector
The HRC series are field-slopeable connectors that attach hips to ridge members or trusses. The HRC may be sloped to 45° with no reduction in loads.
CSC/FSS
Ceiling Support Clip/Furring Stabilizer Strap
These coiled straps provide 1″ separation between the furring channel and joist to enable the use of Thermafiber® insulation and the attachment of the furring channel to all joists.
Glulam Beam Connectors
HU/HUC/HUCQ/HGUS
Glulam Beam and Double-Shear Joist Hangers
Heavy-duty hangers, with standard and concealed flanges, for a range of high-load applications. HU and HUC feature Min/Max nailing to tailor the load, and the HGUS features double-shear nailing
LGU/MGU/HGU/HHGU
High-Capacity Girder Hangers for Glulam
High-capacity girder hangers designed for situations where the header and joist are flush at the top. Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws make installation easier.
HUC
Hanger
This heavy-duty, concealed-flange connector is designed for schools and other structures requiring additional strength, longevity and safety factors.
HUCQ
Heavy-Duty Joist Hanger
HUCQ heavy-duty joist hangers install with our Strong-Drive® wood screws. Installed at the end of a beam or on a post, they offer a strong connection with fewer screws than nailed hangers.
GLS/HGLS/GLT/HGLT
Beam and Glulam Saddle Hangers
The GLT and HGLT accommodate typical structural requirements for timber and glulam beams. Funnel Flanges® allow easy installation of beams. GLS and HGLS are heavy glulam saddle hangers.
HHB/GB/HGB
Beam and Purlin Hangers
This series of beam and purlin hangers may be used for wood-to-wood, or wood-to-steel applications. Precision forming provides dimensional accuracy and helps ensure proper bearing area and connection.
WM/WMU/WP/WPU/HW/HWU
The WPU, HWU and HW series top-flange purlin hangers offer the greatest design flexibility.
EG Hangers
Beam and Glulam Hangers
These connectors are designed to support large members typically used in glulam beam construction. Models available with or without top flanges.
HCA
Hinge Connectors
HCA hinge connectors help transfer loads between two beams aligned end-to-end through a combination of bearing plates, side plates and bolts. HCAs resist both vertical and horizontal loads.
GLB/HGLB/GLBT
Beam Seats
A cast-in-place connection between beam and concrete or CMU pilaster.
Holdowns and Tension Ties
HDB/HD
Holdowns
Bolted holdowns offering low-deflection performance for a range of load requirements. Tested in accordance with ICC-ES’s AC 155 acceptance criteria for use in vertical and horizontal applications.
HDU/DTT
Holdowns
Pre-deflected holdowns nearly eliminate deflection under load due to material stretch. Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws reduce installation time and help eliminate installation issues.
DTT
Deck Post Connector
Safe, cost-effective connectors designed to meet or exceed code requirements for deck construction. Also load-rated as a holdown for light-duty shearwalls and braced wall panel applications.
HDC
Concentric Holdown
HDC holdowns eliminate eccentricity by installing with our Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (included) to reduce slip and provide a greater net section area of the post compared to bolts.
HDQ/HHDQ
Holdowns
The HHDQ holdowns combine low deflection and high loads with ease of installation. Its unique seat design greatly minimizes deflection under load.
RP6
Retro Plate
The RP6 retrofit plate fits on the outside of masonry buildings and helps tie the walls to the roof or floor structure with a 3/4″ diameter rod.
LTT/HTT
Tension Ties
Tension ties are a time-saving solution for resisting tension loads in vertical and horizontal applications. Fastened with nails, they are simpler and faster to install than traditional holdowns.
LSTHD/STHD
Strap-Tie Holdowns
Embedded strap-tie holdowns that provide high load capacity and mount on concrete forms for easy installation. Designed to minimize concrete spalling.
PA/HPA
Purlin Anchors
Cast-in-place solutions for anchoring wood purlins to concrete and concrete-block walls that are ICC-ES code listed for cracked and un-cracked concrete applications.
Masonry Connectors
META/HETA/HHETA/HETAL/DETAL/TSS
Embedded Truss Anchors and Truss Seat Snap-In
An engineered method to attach roof trusses to concrete and masonry walls to resist uplift and lateral loads. Staggered nail patterns provide greater uplift resistance.
LTA
Lateral Truss Anchor
Designed for 2×4 minimum truss chords, the LTA2 embedded truss anchor for grouted CMU and concrete walls was developed to provide high loads with shallow embedment.
HU/HUC/HSUR/L
Face-Mount Masonry Hangers
Heavy-duty, face-mount joist hangers available with standard and concealed flanges as well as skewed 45°.
LGUM/HGUM
High-Capacity Beam/Girder Hangers for Concrete Masonry
High-capacity beam/girder hangers for concrete or masonry walls. Installation is streamlined with Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws and Titen HD® anchors (both provided).
WM/WMI/WMU
Hangers for Masonry and Concrete
These top-flange hangers are ideal for connecting wood joists, purlins and beams to masonry block walls. The WM is designed for use on standard 8″ grouted masonry block wall construction.
HUC
Hanger
This heavy-duty, concealed-flange connector is designed for schools and other structures requiring additional strength, longevity and safety factors.
MBHU
Masonry Beam Hanger
Face-mounted MBHU beam hangers connect beams to masonry or concrete walls. A non-welded, one-piece connector, the MBHU is suitable for solid sawn and engineered wood beams as well as trusses.
MBHA
Masonry Hanger
The MBHA is a single-piece, non-welded connector available for solid sawn, truss and engineered wood products.
FGTR/LGT/VGT
Retrofit Girder Tiedowns
Moderate-to-high capacity girder tie-downs for new or retrofit applications. Simple to install on either the inside or outside of the wall.
H/LTA2
Seismic and Hurricane Ties/Lateral Truss Anchor for Masonry
A wide range of designs to reinforce the connection between the walls and roof in order to resist wind and seismic forces. Designed for trusses and rafters.
MSTAM/MSTCM
Strap Ties
Designed to resist tension loads for wood-to-masonry uplift applications. Install with nails and our Titen® concrete and masonry screws.
MTSM/HTSM
Twist Straps
Designed for high-load truss-to-masonry applications.
MGT/HGT
Girder Tiedowns
Girder tiedowns connect roof girders to wood walls for moderate to high-load applications.
H
Hurricane and Seismic Ties
The hurricane tie series features various configurations of wind and seismic ties for trusses and rafters. Its simplified design of the embedded portion enables easier positioning close to rebar.
CCQM/CCTQM/ECCLQM/CCCQM/ECCLQMD
Column Caps for CMU and Concrete Piers
Designed for use in raised-pier foundations and applications where heavy timbers rest on concrete or concrete block columns. Tested to resist the high loads required to help resist high-wind events.
Plated Truss Connectors
Truss Connector Plates
Simpson Strong-Tie has been involved in the component industry for decades. Our manufacturing facility consistently produces top-quality plates with some of the highest loads in the industry.
META/HETA/HHETA/HETAL/DETAL/TSS
Embedded Truss Anchors and Truss Seat Snap-In
An engineered method to attach roof trusses to concrete and masonry walls to resist uplift and lateral loads. Staggered nail patterns provide greater uplift resistance.
CHC
Component Hoist Clip
A tested, load-rated solution for the safe lifting and placement of assembled wood components. Installs with our Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
HTC
Roof Clips
Heavy Truss Clips provide alignment control between a roof truss and nonbearing walls. Their 2½” slot permits vertical truss chord movement when loads are applied.
TBE
Truss Bearing Enhancer
The TBE transfers load from the truss or girder to plates for bearing-limited conditions and provides exceptional uplift capacity.
TC
Truss Connector
The TC truss connector is ideal for scissor trusses and can allow horizontal movement up to 1 1⁄4″. The TC also attaches plated trusses to top plates or sill plates to resist uplift forces.
STC/STCT/DTC
Roof Truss Clips
For alignment control between a roof truss and nonbearing walls; the 1 1⁄2″ slot permits vertical truss chord movement when loads are applied.
VTCR
Single-Sided Valley-Truss Clip
The single-sided VTCR valley truss clip provides a positive connection between the valley truss and the supporting framing below.
AHEP
Adjustable Hip-End Purlin
A structural purlin that also serves as an installation lateral restraint and spacer during the truss-erection process. Eliminates the need for drop-top chords, 2x lumber or gable end fillers.
GBC
Gable-Brace Connector
The GBC provides a proven, tested connection for improved building stability by bracing to the top of the gable end wall.
TBD
Diagonal Brace
The TBD22 diagonal truss brace offers a time-saving substitute for 2×4 diagonal bracing. It provides rigidity and prevents sagging between trusses during installation.
TSBR
Truss Spacer-Restraint
The TSBR is a time-saving lateral-restraint product for wood and CFS framing that improves quality and safety while helping to meet the WTCA/TPI’s prescriptive recommendations.
TSF
Truss Spacer
The TSF truss spacer eliminates layout marking of top plates and can be left in place under the sheathing. Accuracy is improved, spacing errors are minimized, and it is easy to use.
FGTR/LGT/VGT
Retrofit Girder Tiedowns
Moderate-to-high capacity girder tie-downs for new or retrofit applications. Simple to install on either the inside or outside of the wall.
H/TSP
Seismic and Hurricane Ties
A wide range of designs to reinforce the connection between the walls and roof in order to resist wind and seismic forces. Designed for trusses and rafters.
MSTAM/MSTCM
Strap Ties
Designed to resist tension loads for wood-to-masonry uplift applications. Install with nails and our Titen® concrete and masonry screws.
MTSM/HTSM
Twist Straps
Designed for high-load truss-to-masonry applications.
MGT/HGT
Girder Tiedowns
Girder tiedowns connect roof girders to wood walls for moderate to high-load applications.
H
Hurricane and Seismic Ties
The hurricane tie series features various configurations of wind and seismic ties for trusses and rafters. Its simplified design of the embedded portion enables easier positioning close to rebar.
CP
Crush Plate
Transfers load from the truss or girder to plates for bearing-limited conditions. Replaces nail-on scabs or in some cases, an additional ply when needed for bearing.
DSC
Drag Strut Connector
The DSC transfers the diaphragm shear forces from the girder truss or beam to the shearwalls. The new DSC5 outperforms previous models even with fewer fasteners.
LTA
Lateral Truss Anchor
Designed for 2×4 minimum truss chords, the LTA2 embedded truss anchor for grouted CMU and concrete walls was developed to provide high loads with shallow embedment.
DU/DHU/DHUTF
Drywall Hangers
The DU/DHU face-mount and the DHUTF top-mount hangers carry joist floor loads to a wood stud wall through two layers of ⅝” gypsum board (drywall). These hangers install after the drywall is in place.
LGUM/HGUM
High-Capacity Beam/Girder Hangers for Concrete Masonry
High-capacity beam/girder hangers for concrete or masonry walls. Installation is streamlined with Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws and Titen HD® anchors (both provided).
LUS/MUS/HUS/HHUS/HGUS/HUSC
Double-Shear Joist Hangers
Double-shear nailing distributes the load more efficiently for more strength with less nails. This saves time and allows for common nails to be used for both joist and header fastening.
THA/THAC
Adjustable Truss Hangers
The unique design of these hangers allows the straps to be bent in the field to the correct height for either face-mount or top-flange installations. Concealed-flange version also available.
THGQ/THGQH/HTHGQ
SCL-to-Truss Girder Hangers
An easier-to-install alternative to bolted hangers, these multi-ply, girder-truss hangers install with Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws to help provide high load capacities.
THGBV/THGBHV/THGWV
SCL-to-Truss Girder Hangers
These high-capacity hangers attach 2-ply, 3-ply or 4-ply structural composite lumber (SCL) to a girder truss. Installation options include our Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws or bolts.
THGB/THGBH/THGW
Truss Girder Hangers
High-capacity, welded hangers for multi-ply girder trusses. The THGB can be optionally installed with Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws. Bolted THGBH and THGW hangers offer higher loads.
W/WP/WM
Plated-Truss Top-Flange Hangers
The W and WP hangers offer design flexibility for truss applications supported by wood or steel headers. WM hangers are designed for use on standard 8″ grouted masonry block wall construction.
CGH
Corner Girder Hanger
The CGH is a multi-purpose connector used for connecting hip and jack trusses to bottom chords of girder trusses at a 45° skew.
HGUQ
Multi-Ply Girder Truss Hanger
HGUQ hangers provide similar capacities as HGUS double-shear hangers but use Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws instead of nails for faster and easier installation.
HHSUQ
Heavy Severe Skew Truss Hanger
The HHSUQ is a high-load, face-mount, truss-to-truss hanger designed to accommodate severe skews (45°-84°) for hip trusses, enabling a greater range of installation applications.
HTHMQ
Heavy Truss Hanger
HTHMQ truss hangers provide versatility and high capacity for various lumber types and multiple-ply trusses. They accommodate right- or left-hand hips (30°- 60° skews).
HTU
Face-Mount Truss Hanger
The HTU face mount truss hangers have nail patterns designed specifically for shallow heel heights, so that full allowable loads (with minimum nailing) apply to heel heights as low as 3 7⁄8″.
LJS
Double-Shear Joist Hanger
The LJS26DS truss hanger incorporates Simpson’s patented double-shear nailing. This innovation also allows the use of fewer nails, faster installation and use of common nails for all connections.
LTHMA
Multiple Truss Hanger
Light capacity hanger designed to carry two or three trusses in a terminal hip installation.
LTHJA26
Truss Hip/Jack Hanger
The LTHJA26 is a lighter-capacity version of the THJA26 and offers the lowest-cost alternative for light hip/jack load applications.
MSCPT
Multiple-Truss Hanger
MSCPT high-capacity, top-flange welded hangers connect 2 or 3 trusses in a terminal hip installation. The center-notched top flange accommodates vertical and diagonal web members in the girder truss.
MTHM
Multiple-Truss Hanger
Medium to high load capacity hangers designed to carry 2 or 3 trusses. Accommodate right or left hand hips (at 45° skews) and can be used for terminal hips with or without the center common jack.
THAR/THAL
Skewed Truss Hangers
Designed for 4×2 floor trusses and 4x beams, the THAR/L422 has a standard 45° skew. Straps must be bent for top flange installation. PAN nailing helps eliminate splitting of 4×2 truss bottom chords.
THASR/THASL
Adjustable/Skewable Truss Hangers
The THASR/L hangers combine the height adjustability of THA hangers with field skewability, offering maximum flexibility for the installer and eliminating the need for special orders.
THJU
Truss Hip/Jack Hanger
THJU hip/jack hangers offer the most flexibility and ease of installation and performance for right- and left-hand hips. May be ordered to fit a range of hip skews, plies and hip/jack combinations.
THJA26
Truss Hip/Jack Hanger
The versatile THJA26 can accommodate right or left hand hips (at 45° skews), and can be installed before or after the hip and jack. Can also be used for double (terminal) hips.
Solid Sawn Lumber Connectors
DU/DHU/DHUTF
Drywall Hangers
The DU/DHU face-mount and the DHUTF top-mount hangers carry joist floor loads to a wood stud wall through two layers of ⅝” gypsum board (drywall). These hangers install after the drywall is in place.
HUTF/HUSTF
Heavy-Duty and Double-Shear Joist Hangers
The HUTF and HUSTF are heavy-duty, top-flange joist hangers. The HUSTF provides a double-shear nailing advantage by distributing the joist load through two points on each nail for greater strength.
JB/JBA/LB/LBAZ/BA/B/HHB
Joist, Beam and Purlin Hangers
These top-flange hangers are ideal for light-to-medium loads. The BA offers the best performance for the price and the B can be modified to suit almost any application.
THA/THAC/THAR/L
Adjustable Truss Hangers
The unique design of these hangers allows the straps to be bent in the field to the correct height for either face-mount or top-flange installation. Concealed-flange and 45°-skewed versions available.
W/WPU/WNP/WM/WMU/HW/
HWU/GLT/HGLT
HWU/GLT/HGLT
The W, WPU, HWU and HW series top-flange purlin hangers offer the greatest design flexibility and versatility. WMs are designed for use on standard 8″ grouted masonry block wall construction.
THAR/THAL
Skewed Truss Hangers
Designed for 4×2 floor trusses and 4x beams, the THAR/L422 has a standard 45° skew. Straps must be bent for top flange installation. PAN nailing helps eliminate splitting of 4×2 truss bottom chords.
LSU/LSSU
Adjustable Light Slopeable/Skewable U Hangers
These hangers may be sloped and skewed in the field, offering a versatile solution for attaching joists and rafters. They may be sloped up or down and skewed left or right, up to 45°.
LUS/HUS/HHUS/HGUS
Double-Shear Joist Hangers
These hangers have double-shear nailing, which spreads the load more efficiently for more strength with less nails, saving time and allowing common nails to be used for joist and header fastening.
LUC/LU/U/HU/HUC
Standard Joist Hangers
This group of joist hangers offers design flexibility and tested loads. Standard and concealed-flange models as well as custom options are available.
SUR/SUL/HSUR/HSUL
Skewed 45° Hangers for Solid Sawn Lumber
These 45° skewed hangers feature angled nail slots to make joist nails easier to drive during installation.
LRUZ
Hanger
The LRUZ offers an economic alternative for applications requiring a sloped hanger for rafter-to-ridge connections. Its unique design enables installation before or after the rafter is in place.
HUC
Hanger
This heavy-duty, concealed-flange connector is designed for schools and other structures requiring additional strength, longevity and safety factors.
HUCQ
Heavy-Duty Joist Hanger
HUCQ heavy-duty joist hangers install with our Strong-Drive® wood screws. Installed at the end of a beam or on a post, they offer a strong connection with fewer screws than nailed hangers.
HFN/F
Panelized-Construction Hangers
Designed for panels or components using jigs or similar devices for precision fabrication. Grip-groove feature provides positive lock into the 2x or 3x member without nailing.
RUZ
Hanger
The RUZ hanger is designed specifically to fit around existing Simpson Strong-Tie® panelized roof hangers, such as the F or HFN series.
NRUZ
Hanger
The NRUZ series of retrofit hangers is designed specifically for use on nailers on steel trusses and specifically to fit around existing Simpson panelized roof hangers such as the F or HFN series.
PF/PFB/PFDB
Post-Frame Hangers
PF hangers have been redesigned to accommodate collated nails (0.148×1½) as well as the 10d common nail (0.148×3). A new folded seat raises the 2x joist above the seat radius to enable a tighter fit.
HRC/HHRC
Hip-Ridge Connectors
Field slopeable connectors that attach hip roof beams to the end of a ridge beam. The HRC may be sloped downward a maximum of 45°.
HCP
Hip-Corner Plate
The HCP connects a rafter or joist to double top plates at a 45° angle.
HRC
Hip-Ridge Connector
The HRC series are field-slopeable connectors that attach hips to ridge members or trusses. The HRC may be sloped to 45° with no reduction in loads.
VPA
Variable-Pitch Connector
The field-slopeable VPA offers a versatile solution for attaching rafters to the top plate. It will adjust to accommodate slopes between 3:12 and 12:12, making it a complement to the versatile LSSU.
Straps and Ties
HRS/ST/PS/HST/HTP/LSTA/LSTI/
MST/MSTA/MSTC/MSTI
MST/MSTA/MSTC/MSTI
Strap Ties
Designed to transfer tension loads in a wide variety of applications, straps are available in a wide variety of sizes and load values.
CS/CMST
Coiled Straps
Continuous utility straps which can be cut to length on the job site. Packaged in jobsite-portable cartons.
FTA/LFTA
Floor-Tie Anchors
Designed for use as a connection between floors.
LTS/MTS/HTS
Twist Straps
Twist straps provide a tension connection between two framing members that cross at 90°. The 3″ bend section eliminates interference at the transition points between members.
T and L
Strap Ties
Versatile utility straps, available in a range of sizes for various “T” and “L” shaped connections.
CS
Coiled Strap
Coiled utility straps are an ideal solution for bracing wall studs via the flanges with strap. These products are packaged in lightweight cartons and can be cut to length on the job site.
FSC
Floor-Span Connector
As an alternative to coil strap, the FSC floor span connector connects upper floors to lower floors from the inside of the wall. Oblong holes make installation in narrow wall cavities easy.
HCSTR
Hinge Connector Strap
Designed for retrofits, Hinge Connector Straps affix horizontal wood members together when a hinge connector interferes.
HTSQ
Twist Strap
HTSQ twist straps provide a tension connection between two wood members, designed to resist uplift for decks, boardwalks and beams and act as a cost-effective alternative compared to bolted straps.
MSTCB
Pre-Bent Strap
The MSTC48B3 and MSTC66B3 are pre-bent straps designed to transfer tension load from an upper story shearwall to a beam on the story below.
MSTD
Marriage Strap
MSTD marriage straps connect HTT tension ties and CMSTC16 coiled straps for panelized roofs where the roof member adjacent to the wall is too short to develop required loads into the roof diaphragm.
PCT
Purlin Cross Tie
This unique cross tie passes through the beam to connect both purlins to each other, enabling them to resist both tension and compression forces.
SA
Strap
The SA seismic strap provides a horizontal ties connection across intervening members.
TS
Twist Strap
Twist straps provide a tension connection between two wood members. An equal number of right and left hand units are supplied in each carton.
H/TSP
Seismic and Hurricane Ties
A wide range of designs to reinforce the connection between the walls and roof in order to resist wind and seismic forces. Designed for trusses and rafters.
H
Hurricane and Seismic Ties
The hurricane tie series features various configurations of wind and seismic ties for trusses and rafters. Its simplified design of the embedded portion enables easier positioning close to rebar.
HPT
Hurricane Tie
HPT hurricane ties are specifically designed for rafter-to-wall retrofits in Hawaii and are tested for single-wall homes to meet the state’s requirements for uplift resistance.
VB
Knee Brace
The VB provides lateral resistance force at the bottom of beams when installed approximately 45° or more to the vertical plane.
FGTR/LGT/VGT
Retrofit Girder Tiedowns
Moderate-to-high capacity girder tie-downs for new or retrofit applications. Simple to install on either the inside or outside of the wall.
LGT/MGT/VGT/HGT
Girder Tiedowns
Girder tiedowns connect roof girders to wood walls for moderate to high-load applications.
DSP/SSP/SP/SPH/RSP4/TSP
Stud Plate Ties
These coiled straps provide 1″ separation between the furring channel and joist to enable the use of Thermafiber® insulation and the attachment of the furring channel to all joists.
SP
Stud-Plate Tie
The SP stud plate tie is a plate-to-stud connection providing uplift resistance.
HL/HLG
Versatile angle gussets and heavy angles promote standardization and construction economy, and are compatible with Simpson Strong-Tie® structural hardware.
L/LS/GA
Reinforcing and Skewable Angles
Versatile angles for a variety of applications where a load-tested 90° or jobsite-skewable angle is needed. Staggered nail pattern reduces the possibility for splitting.
LTP4/LTP5/A34/A35
Framing Angles and Plates
Framing angles and lateral tie plates are tested, versatile solutions for a wide range of applications. The legs on the A35 bend to suit the connection while the LTP transfers lateral loads.
A
Angle
A wide range of angles to make 90° connections for a range of load requirements.
RBC
Roof Boundary Clip
RBC clips transfer shear loads between the roof diaphragm and wall. The RBC can be used on wood or masonry walls and will handle roof pitches from 0/12 to 12/12.
HH
Header Hanger
For fast, accurate installation of door and window headers and other cross members. HH header hangers can speed up the job, strengthen the frame and eliminate the need for trimmers.
