Simpson Strong-Tie VGTL VGT 7-Gauge Variable Girder Tiedown, Left Conceal

The Variable Girder Tiedown (VGT) is a higher capacity alternative to the LGT and MGT for girder trusses. It attaches with Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive® screws (included) 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 right flange concealed or both flanges.

This Simpson product is designed for construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation matter.

Features

• Left flange concealed for attachment to trusses with no tail
• Can be installed on roof pitches up to 8:12 or on a bottom chord designed to transfer the load
• Screw holes are configured to allow for double installation on a two-ply (minimum) truss
• Install washer component (provided) so that top of washer is horizontal as well as parallel with top of wall top plate
• Made from 7-gauge steel
• Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: VGTL
• UPC: 707392936701
• GTIN: 707392936701
• Feature 01: Left flange concealed for attachment to trusses with no tail
• Feature 02: Can be installed on roof pitches up to 8:12 or on a bottom chord designed to transfer the load
• Feature 03: Screw holes are configured to allow for double installation on a two-ply (minimum) truss
• Feature 04: Install washer component (provided) so that top of washer is horizontal as well as parallel with top of wall top plate
• Feature 05: Made from 7-gauge steel
• Feature 06: Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance
• Install With: Install with 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (included) and 1/2 in. diameter anchor bolts
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 4
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 4.1875
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 5.7835
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: VGT_Tiedown
• Base Product Name: VGT
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Straps and Ties > Tie
• Coating: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Fasteners Included: Yes
• Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Gauge: 7
• GUID: 31351996738564435455958784910878369372
• Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png
• Measurement Unit Text: each
• Member Size: 2-ply min.
• MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Number Category Description: UPC
• Packaging Quantity: 1
• Packaging Type: Unpacked
• Product Class: Tie
• Product Includes: (16) 1/4 in. x 3 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws and (1) predeflected crescent washer
• Prop 65 Warning: No
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 3.67
• Short Product Name: VARIABLE GIRDER TIEDOWN - LEFT CONCEAL
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/girdertiedowns_strapsandties/vgt_tiedown/p/vgt
• Subcategory: Wood Construction Connectors
• Subcategory 2: Straps and Ties
• US Patents: 7,707,785
• Warranty PDF: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--K_9ww28_--/bgqxyqo1uhaqsqcvudu7.pdf
• Brand Video: https://images.salsify.com/video/upload/s--N-SMFYx9--/wpz3sdgci9c512ppr9df.mp4
• CAR Reference: 10707392936708