Wood Connectors

The EGQ hanger is a high-capacity top-flange connector designed for use with engineered wood beams. It utilizes Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for higher capacity and ease of installation. The EGQ hanger has one of the highest allowable loads among all Simpson Strong-Tie hangers at nearly 20,000 lb. Available in standard SCL widths and made to specified heights.

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Key Features

• Strong-Drive SDS screws are included

• May be skewed or sloped up to 45°

• Funnel Flange™ design guides the beam into place

 

Material

• Top flange — 3 gauge; stirrups — 7 gauge

 

Finish

• Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint. HDG available; contact Simpson Strong-Tie.

 

Installation

• Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.

• Install with 1/4" x 3" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which are provided with the EGQ. (Lag screws will not achieve the same load.)

• All multiple members must be fastened together per the designer.

• Multiple member headers may require additional fasteners at hanger locations. Quantity and location to be determined by designer.

 

Options

• Skewed Seat

  • The EGQ can be skewed a maximum of 45°

  • The maximum allowable download when skewed is 16,300 lb.

  • The maximum allowable uplift when skewed is 5,770 lb.

  • Joist must be bevel cut for skewed seat installation

• Sloped Seat

  • The EGQ can be sloped up or down a maximum of 45°

  • The maximum allowable download when sloped is 15,360 lb.

  • The allowable uplift when sloped is 100% of the table load

  • Sloped seat installation requires an additional 14 joist screws (supplied with the connector)

• No Sloped and Skewed Combo Available