FGTR/LGT2/VGT Retrofit Girder Tiedowns for Masonry

The LGT, VGT and FGTR products are moderate to high load capacity girder tie-downs for new or retrofit applications.

LGT connectors provide a low profile connection to the wall for easy installation of drywall. Simple to install and can be installed on the inside or outside of the wall.

The Variable Girder Tiedown (VGT) is a higher capacity alternative to the LGT and MGT for girder trusses. It attaches with SDS screws 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.

The Face Mount Girder Tie-Down (FGTR) is a non-pitch specific girder tiedown that offers the highest uplift capacity for retrofit applications. The FGTRHL/R is designed for corner hip applications.

Material: VGT - 7 gauge; LGT - 14 gauge; FGTR - Straps: 7 gauge, Plate: 3 gauge

Finish: VGT, LGT - Galvanized; FGTR - Powder Coated

Installation:

Use all specified fasteners. See General Notes.
To achieve the loads listed in the table below, the product shall be attached to a grouted and reinforced block wall or a reinforced concrete wall designed by others to transfer the high concentrated uplift loads to the foundation.
SDS screws included with LGT3, VGT series, and FGTR series.

VGT/FGTR

Screw holes are configured to allow for double installation on a two-ply (minimum) truss.
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 loads.
FGTR - Only 2 of the 4 holes provided on each strap are required to be filled to achieve the catalog loads. The first Titen HD screw anchor 1/2"x5" (THD) shall be installed a minimum of 4" from the top of the wall. Fasteners shall not be installed in adjacent holes.
VGT - When installed on trusses with no overhangs, specify VGTR/L.
VGT - Install washer component (provided) so that top of washer is horizontal as well as parallel with top of wall top plate.

Options: LGT3 is available with reduced widths of W = 4 13/16" - order as LGT3N-SDS2.5.

Allowable loads have been increased for earthquake or wind loading; no further increase allowed; reduce where other loads govern.
To achieve the loads listed, anchorage into a concrete block bond beam shall be designed by the Designer.
Minimum concrete strength f'_c shall be 2500 psi. CMU shall have a minimum grout strength of 2500 psi with standard ASTM C90 units and type N or S mortar.
FGTR - Minimum edge distance for Titen HD® is 4".
FGTR - Titen HD®'s should be spaced in every other hole on the part.
FGTR - The Titen HD®'s and SDS are provided with the part.
LGT2 - F₁ load = 700, F₂ load = 170.
See Titen® screw information.
Table allowable loads were determined using tested lowest ultimate/3 or fastener calculation values.
Products shall be installed such that the Titen® and Titen HD® screws are not exposed to the weather.
NAILS: 16d Sinker = 0.148" dia. x 3 1/4" long. See other nail sizes and information.

					Legacy Reports
	IAPMO ES	ICC-ES ESR	CITY OF LOS ANGELES	STATE OF FLORIDA	ICC-ES NER	ICC-ES ER	ICC-ES ES
FGTR				FL3750
FGTRHL				FL3750
FGTRHR				FL3750
LGT	See specific model numbers for code listings.
LGT2				FL1423
LGT3	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
LGT3-SDS2.5				FL6482
LGT3N-SDS2.5	No code listing. Please contact us for test data.
VGT				FL8239
VGTL				FL8239
VGTR				FL8239