We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. By clicking "I AGREE" below, you are giving your consent for us to set cookies. Privacy Policy

text.skipToContent text.skipToNavigation

HTS Heavy Twist Strap

HTS

On This Page

Strong-Rod® URS Components

This product's information may differ depending on the category of use. You are currently viewing details related to Strong-Rod® URS Components. You can also view product information related to the categories of: Twist Straps, Roof Truss and Rafter Connectors, Ties, and Straps for Cold-Formed Steel Construction

The HTS provides a tension connection between two members. This economical twist strap resists heavy uplift loads at the rafter or heel of a truss. The HTS has a small bend section to reduce interference at the transition points between the two members.

Key Features

  • Available with the bend reversed
  • Straps do not need to be wrapped over the truss to achieve the allowable load
  • Versatile with many lengths offered to fit the specific application

Material

  • 14 gauge

Finish

  • Galvanized. Some products available in ZMAX®; see Corrosion Information.

Installation

  • Use all specified fasteners, with half into each member being connected, to achieve the listed loads; see General Notes.
  • Available with the bend reversed. Specify "-REV" after the model number, such as HTS16-REV.

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
Connectors for Cold-Formed Steel Construction Catalog
C-CF-2020
A catalog for Connectors for Cold-Formed Steel Construction products and solutions.
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
Strengthening Dwellings in Tornado-Prone Areas
T-C-TORNADO15
Gain insight into how to strengthen structures to resist damage in tornado-prone areas using Simpson Strong-Tie connectors and continuous-load-path design principles.
Technical Bulletin
Uplift Connectors Truss-To-Wall Tiedowns (Spruce-Pine-Fir)
T-C-UPLIFTSPF19
A technical bulletin providing allowable loads and fastening requirements for the common application of a wood truss supported by a spruce-pine-fir or hem-fir double top plate.
Technical Bulletin

Product Information Table

Fastener Production Information and Stuff & Things
Model No. Thickness (mil) Ga. L (in.) Coating/Material Packaging Qty.
HTS16 68 14 16 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
HTS16-REV 68 14 16 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
HTS20 68 14 20 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
HTS20-REV 68 14 20 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
HTS20Z 68 14 20 ZMAX® 1
HTS24 68 14 24 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
HTS24-REV 68 14 24 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
HTS30 68 14 30 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
HTS30C 68 14 30 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
HTS30C-REV 68 14 30 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
HTS30-REV 68 14 30 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1

Load Tables

Load Values with Nails

    These products are available with additional corrosion protection.

HTS Twist Straps Load Table
  1. See Straps and Ties General Notes.
  2. All models except for HTS16 have additional nail holes.
  3. All straps except the HTS30 have the twist in the center of the strap.
  4. Twist straps do not need to be wrapped over the truss to achieve the allowable load.
  5. May be installed on the inside face of the stud.
  6. Allowable lateral loads are F1 = 75 lb. and F2 = 125 lb. when the following installation requirements are met. The first seven nail holes on each side of the bend must be filled with 0.148" x 1 1/2" minimum nails. All additional fasteners may be installed in any remaining strap holes.
  7. For simultaneous loads in more than one direction, the connector must be evaluated using either the Unity Equation or the 75% Rule, as described in Straps and Ties General Notes.
  8. Fasteners: Nail dimensions in the table are listed diameter by length. For additional information, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.

Code Reports & Compliance

Drawings

PDF DWG DXF RFA IFC SAT

Related Products