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HTSQ Twist Strap

HTSQ

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The HTSQ twist straps provide a tension connection between two wood members and are designed to resist uplift for decks, boardwalks and beams economically. The HTSQ is quicker, easier and more economical to install when compared to bolted straps. HTSQ provides a strong connection with fewer fasteners than nailed HTS straps when incorporating Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws. Strong-Drive SDS screws with a double-barrier coating finish are included with HTSQ straps in a ZMAX® coating. For stainless-steel HTSQ straps, stainless-steel SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws are provided.

Key Features

  • Quicker and more consistent installation than bolts
  • Better fastener withdrawal resistance than nails
  • Corrosion resistance finish options

Material

  • 14 gauge

Finish

  • ZMAX® coating or stainless steel; see Corrosion Information

Installation

  • Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes

Ordering Information

  • HTSQ in ZMAX® finish sold in kits of 30. When ordering, use HTSQ16ZKT and/or HTSQ20ZKT.

Related Literature

Wood Construction Connectors 2021-2023
C-C-2021
A catalog including new product information as well as any applicable specification and installation instructions for wood-to-wood and wood-to-concrete structural connectors.
Catalog
Conectores para la construcción con madera 2019–2020
C-C-2019SP
El catálogo incluye información sobre nuevos productos, así como especificaciones e instrucciones de instalación aplicables para conectores estructurales de madera a madera y de madera a concreto.
Catalog
High Wind Guide
F-C-HWG20
A comprehensive guide to help Designers select the most appropriate connections for challenging, high-wind regions.
Product Guide
Deck Connection and Fastening Guide
F-DECKCODE20
A guide to recognizing deck deficiencies and building or retrofitting safer, longer-lasting outdoor decks, with 2018 IBC and IRC code-compliant solutions for using the latest connectors and fasteners.
Product Guide

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.

  1. Uplift (160) loads have been increased for wind or earthquake loading with no further increase allowed.
  2. Tabulated loads are for a single connector. Multiple connectors may be used when the fasteners do not interfere.
  3. Install four fasteners in each member to achieve full loads. HTSQ20 has (2) extra holes per side to allow for installation flexibility

Code Reports & Compliance

Drawings

PDF DWG DXF RFA IFC SAT

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