HCSTR Hinge Connector Strap
Product Details
Use hinge connector straps for retrofit applications to strap horizontal wood members together where a hinge connector interferes.
All bolt holes shall be 1/32" (minimum) and 1/16" (maximum) larger than the bolt diameter (2015 NDS 11.1.3.2).
Finish
- HCSTR4 — Simpson Strong-Tie® gray paint; all others — galvanized
Options
- Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for longer lengths. For use with Simpson Strong-Tie hinge connectors.
Related Literature
Load Tables
These products are available with additional corrosion protection. Additional products on this page may also be available with this option, check with Simpson Strong-Tie for details.

- Allowable loads are for straps used in pairs and include a 60% increase for wind or earthquake loading with no further increase allowed; reduce where other loads govern.
- Allowable loads assume a carrying member of 5 1/8" minimum thickness with bolts in double-shear.
- Designed for HC style hinge connectors; Contact Simpson Strong-Tie for lengths for HCA and HC3A (only) style hinge connectors.
Code Reports & Compliance
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