Simpson Strong-Tie VGT VGT 7-Gauge Variable Girder Tiedown
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Simpson Strong-Tie VGT VGT 7-Gauge Variable Girder Tiedown

SKU: VGT
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Madison Township Lumber • Matawan, NJ
(732) 566-5555
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Product Description

The Variable Girder Tiedown (VGT) is a higher capacity alternative to the LGT and MGT for girder trusses. It attaches with Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive® screws (included) to the side of truss and features a predeflected crescent washer that allows it to accommodate top chord pitches up to 8:12. The VGT is also available with one flange concealed for attachment to trusses with no tail.

Available Sizes & Options

SKUProductStatus
VGTSimpson Strong-Tie VGT VGT 7-Gauge Variable Girder Tiedown CurrentAvailable
IUS1811188Simpson Strong-Tie 1 3/4 x 11-7/8 I Joist HangerAvailable
HUS18110Simpson Strong-Tie 1 3/4 x 9 1/2 Sloped Face Mount HangerAvailable
SUR18111Simpson Strong-Tie 1-3/4 x 11-7/8 Skew 45 R I-beam/lvlAvailable
IUS18195Simpson Strong-Tie 1-3/4 x 9-1/2 Side Mount SingAvailable
1212HLSimpson Strong-Tie 1212HL HL 12 in. x 12 in. 7-Gauge Galvanized Heavy L StrapAvailable
1212HLHDGSimpson Strong-Tie 1212HLHDG HL 12 in. x 12 in. 7-Gauge Hot-Dip Galvanized Heavy L StrapAvailable
1212HLPCSimpson Strong-Tie 1212HLPC HLPC 12 in. x 12 in. 7-Gauge Black Powder-Coated Ornamental L StrapAvailable
1212HTSimpson Strong-Tie 1212HT HT 12 in. x 12 in. 7-Gauge Galvanized Heavy T StrapAvailable
1212HTHDGSimpson Strong-Tie 1212HTHDG HT 12 in. x 12 in. 7-Gauge Hot-Dip Galvanized Heavy T StrapAvailable
1212HTPCSimpson Strong-Tie 1212HTPC HTPC 12 in. x 12 in. 7-Gauge Black Powder-Coated Ornamental T StrapAvailable
1212LSimpson Strong-Tie 1212L 12 in. x 12 in. 14-Gauge Galvanized L StrapAvailable
1212L-RSimpson Strong-Tie 1212L-R 12 in. x 12 in. 14-Gauge Galvanized L StrapAvailable
1212TSimpson Strong-Tie 1212T 12 in. x 12 in. 14-Gauge Galvanized T StrapAvailable
1212T-RSimpson Strong-Tie 1212T-R 12 in. x 12 in. 14-Gauge Galvanized T StrapAvailable
128TSimpson Strong-Tie 128T 12 in. x 8 in. 14-Gauge Galvanized T StrapAvailable
128T-RSimpson Strong-Tie 128T-R 12 in. x 8 in. 14-Gauge Galvanized T StrapAvailable
1616HTSimpson Strong-Tie 1616HT HT 16 in. x 16 in. 7-Gauge Galvanized Heavy T StrapAvailable
1616HTHDGSimpson Strong-Tie 1616HTHDG HT 16 in. x 16 in. 7-Gauge Hot-Dip Galvanized Heavy T StrapAvailable
1616HTPCSimpson Strong-Tie 1616HTPC HTPC 16 in. x 16 in. 7-Gauge Black Powder-Coated Ornamental T StrapAvailable
1616HTQSimpson Strong-Tie 1616HTQ HTQ 16 in. x 16 in. 7-Gauge Hot-Dip Galvanized Heavy T StrapAvailable

Product Details

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

  • 7 gauge

Finish

  • Galvanized

Installation

  • Installation Guide
  • 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

Related Links

Catalog Pages

Patent Information

  • US Patent 7,707,785

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Simpson Strong-Tie VGT VGT 7-Gauge Variable Girder Tiedown