Simpson Strong-Tie VGT - 7-Gauge Variable Girder Tiedown
Product Details
The VGT is a girder tiedown for moderate- to high-load applications with girder trusses. This variable tiedown is designed for installation on the side of a truss and it attaches with Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws. The VGT can be bolted down into place in combination with a holdown or bolted directly to the foundation.
Key Features
- Suitable for retrofit applications
- Available with one flange concealed for attachment to trusses with no tail
- Load rated to resist high-wind forces
Material
Finish
Installation
- Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws included
- The product can be installed in a single application or in pairs to achieve a higher uplift capacity
- Can be installed on roof pitches up to 8/12 or on a bottom chord designed to transfer the load
- Screw holes are configured to allow for double installation on a two-ply (minimum) truss
- When installing on trusses with no overhangs specify VGTR/L
- Install washer component (provided) so top of washer is horizontal and parallel with top plate of wall
Specifications:
| Ga. | 7 |
| W (in.) | 8 1/2 |
| H (in.) | 4 1/4 |
| CL (in.) | 1 7/8 |
| Coating/Material | Zinc Galvanized, G90 |
| Product Includes | (16) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws and (1) predeflected crescent washer |
| Packaging Qty. | 1 |
