Simpson Strong-Tie, a leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, is adding the HTTH6.5 to its lineup of HTT heavy-tension ties, high-strength solutions for resisting tension loads in post-pour, wood-to-concrete connections. The patent-pending, code-tested HTTH6.5 is the industry’s first nailed-down holdown to achieve a 6,500-lb. allowable load, providing an economical choice when heavier loads are required.
“Previously, when a specifier needed a holdown in the 5,000– to 8,000-pound allowable load range, their options were the HTT5 heavy-tension tie or the HDU8 holdown; however, there is a large gap between the two in both design load and price, and engineers often had to specify the more expensive HDU even if their design loads were just slightly over the HTT5 capacity,” said Bryan Wert, Director of Connectors & Lateral Systems for Simpson Strong-Tie. “The launch of the HTTH6.5 offers our customers a more cost-effective solution, with a load range that bridges the gap between those two holdown options.”
Suitable for residential construction and light-frame wood commercial buildings, the HTTH6.5 single-piece tension tie features a four-fold seat that reduces deflection, a tapered base to optimize strength and an optimal nailing pattern that reduces splitting at the end of the post and maximizes individual fastener capacity. It fastens with nails (in standard sizes for pneumatic nailers) or Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws. The allowable load is up to 6,500 lb. with nails and increases to 7,650 lb. when installed with SD screws.
For more information, visit strongtie.com/htth.
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Simpson Strong-Tie is a world leader in structural solutions — products and technology that help people design and build safer, stronger homes, buildings, and communities. As a pioneer in the building industry, we have an unmatched passion for problem solving through skillful engineering and thoughtful innovation. Our structural systems research and rigorous testing enable us to design code-listed, value-engineered solutions for a multitude of applications in wood, steel, and concrete structures. Our dedication to pursuing ever-better construction products and technology and to surrounding our customers with exceptional service and support has been core to our mission since 1956. For more information, visit strongtie.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn.
