Tension Ties

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT1Z Deck Tension Tie provides a less invasive approach for attaching a new deck to a home or retrofitting an existing deck to current code standards. This tension tie...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT1Z Deck Tension Tie provides a less invasive approach for attaching a new deck to a home or retrofitting an existing deck to current code standards. This tension tie addresses a 2015 International Residential Code provision (section R507.2.4) that now allows four 750 lb. lateral connectors to be fastened to framing in the house with a lag screw. This provision is an alternative to using two 1,500 lb. lateral connections from the deck to the floor joists within the...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT1Z Deck Tension Tie provides a less invasive approach for attaching a new deck to a home or retrofitting an existing deck to current code standards. This tension tie...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT1Z Deck Tension Tie provides a less invasive approach for attaching a new deck to a home or retrofitting an existing deck to current code standards. This tension tie addresses a 2015 International Residential Code provision (section R507.2.4) that now allows four 750 lb. lateral connectors to be fastened to framing in the house with a lag screw. This provision is an alternative to using two 1,500 lb. lateral connections from the deck to the floor joists within the...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT2Z ZMax® Tension Tie is a safe, cost-effective way to attach deck-railing posts to the deck framing. Because the post is tied back into the deck joists, rather than to...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT2Z ZMax® Tension Tie is a safe, cost-effective way to attach deck-railing posts to the deck framing. Because the post is tied back into the deck joists, rather than to the rim joist alone, the connection is stronger than typical through-bolt installations and complies with IRC and IBC code requirements regarding handrail and guardrail post connections for decks. The DTT2Z also complies with the new IRC requirements for laterally tying the deck to the house....

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT2Z-SDS2.5 ZMax® Tension Tie with 2-1/2" Screws is a safe, cost-effective way to attach deck-railing posts to the deck framing. Because the post is tied back into the...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT2Z-SDS2.5 ZMax® Tension Tie with 2-1/2" Screws is a safe, cost-effective way to attach deck-railing posts to the deck framing. Because the post is tied back into the deck joists, rather than to the rim joist alone, the connection is stronger than typical through-bolt installations and complies with IRC and IBC code requirements regarding handrail and guardrail post connections for decks. The DTT2Z also complies with the new IRC requirements for laterally tying the...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT2SS Type 316L Stainless Steel Tension Tie is a safe, cost-effective way to attach deck-railing posts to the deck framing. Because the post is tied back into the deck...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT2SS Type 316L Stainless Steel Tension Tie is a safe, cost-effective way to attach deck-railing posts to the deck framing. Because the post is tied back into the deck joists, rather than to the rim joist alone, the connection is stronger than typical through-bolt installations and complies with IRC and IBC code requirements regarding handrail and guardrail post connections for decks. The DTT2SS also complies with the new IRC requirements for laterally tying the deck to...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT2SS-SDS2.5 Type 316L Stainless Steel Tension Tie with 2-1/2" Stainless SDS Screws is a safe, cost-effective way to attach deck-railing posts to the deck framing. Because...

The Simpson Strong-Tie DTT2SS-SDS2.5 Type 316L Stainless Steel Tension Tie with 2-1/2" Stainless SDS Screws is a safe, cost-effective way to attach deck-railing posts to the deck framing. Because the post is tied back into the deck joists, rather than to the rim joist alone, the connection is stronger than typical through-bolt installations and complies with IRC and IBC code requirements regarding handrail and guardrail post connections for decks. The DTT2SS also complies with the new IRC...

The Simpson Strong-Tie LTTP2 Light Tension Tie is designed for wood joist attachments to concrete or masonry. The LTTP2 features an extruded anchor bolt hole to accommodate 1/2", 5/8" and 3/4" bolt...

The Simpson Strong-Tie LTTP2 Light Tension Tie is designed for wood joist attachments to concrete or masonry. The LTTP2 features an extruded anchor bolt hole to accommodate 1/2", 5/8" and 3/4" bolt diameters. It also features two separate nailing patterns: obround holes spaced 3" apart for I-joist purlins and square holes spaced to accommodate the narrow face of 2x solid-sawn purlins. The LTTP2 may be installed vertically on the wide face of a minimum 2x4 stud for holdown applications and can...

The Simpson Strong-Tie LTTI31 Light Tension Tie is designed to attach wood chord open wen trusses to concrete or masonry walls. The may also be installed vertically as long as they are attached to a...

The Simpson Strong-Tie LTTI31 Light Tension Tie is designed to attach wood chord open wen trusses to concrete or masonry walls. The may also be installed vertically as long as they are attached to a minimum 2 x 6 stud. If the base of the LTTI31 tie is flush with the concrete or masonry wall the allowable tension load increases (use link below for more information). Strap Material: 18 Gauge Plate Material: 3 Gauge Finish: Standard G90 Zinc Width: 3-3/4" Length: 31" Anchor Bolt: 5/8" Fastener...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT4 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT16 predecessor. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT4 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT16 predecessor. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the concrete with no load reduction provided that additional elongation of the anchor rod is accounted for. HTT4 Tension Ties are designed to be used in both in vertical and horizontal applications. Strap Material: 11 Gauge Finish: Standard G90 Zinc Width: 2-1/2" Length: 12-3/8" Anchor Bolt: 5/8" Fastener...

Save by Purchasing a Quantity of 8 Boxes (128 Pieces)! The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT4 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT16 predecessor. This tension...

Save by Purchasing a Quantity of 8 Boxes (128 Pieces)! The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT4 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT16 predecessor. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the concrete with no load reduction provided that additional elongation of the anchor rod is accounted for. HTT4 Tension Ties are designed to be used in both in vertical and horizontal applications. Strap Material: 11 Gauge Finish: Standard G90 Zinc...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT4HDG Hot Dipped Galvanized Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT16 predecessor. Hot dipped galvanizing provides added...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT4HDG Hot Dipped Galvanized Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT16 predecessor. Hot dipped galvanizing provides added protection when install hardware to ACQ lumber. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the concrete with no load reduction provided that additional elongation of the anchor rod is accounted for. HTT4HDG Tension Ties are designed to be used in both in vertical and horizontal...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT20 predecessor. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT20 predecessor. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the concrete with no load reduction provided that additional elongation of the anchor rod is accounted for. Using a BP58-2 bearing plate installed in the seat of the HTT5 provides add more allowable tension load to the connection. HTT5 Tension Ties are designed to be used in both in vertical and...

Save by Purchasing a Quantity of 12 Boxes (120 Pieces)! The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT20 predecessor. This...

Save by Purchasing a Quantity of 12 Boxes (120 Pieces)! The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT20 predecessor. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the concrete with no load reduction provided that additional elongation of the anchor rod is accounted for. Using a BP58-2 bearing plate installed in the seat of the HTT5 provides add more allowable tension load to the connection. HTT5 Tension Ties...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5-3/4 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT20 predecessor. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5-3/4 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT20 predecessor. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the concrete with no load reduction provided that additional elongation of the anchor rod is accounted for. Use this tie when you are using a 3/4" diameter anchor. HTT5-3/4 Tension Ties are designed to be used in both in vertical and horizontal applications. Strap Material: 11 Gauge Finish: Standard...

Save by Purchasing a Quantity of 12 Boxes (120 Pieces)! The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5-3/4 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT20 predecessor. This...

Save by Purchasing a Quantity of 12 Boxes (120 Pieces)! The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5-3/4 Tension Tie have three fastener options to provide much higher load values than its HTT20 predecessor. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the concrete with no load reduction provided that additional elongation of the anchor rod is accounted for. Use this tie when you are using a 3/4" diameter anchor. HTT5-3/4 Tension Ties are designed to be used in both in vertical and horizontal...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5KT Tension Tie Kit includes (1) HTT5 Tension Tie, (1) BP58-2 Bearing Plate and (26) SD #10 x 2-1/2" Screws. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of...

The Simpson Strong-Tie HTT5KT Tension Tie Kit includes (1) HTT5 Tension Tie, (1) BP58-2 Bearing Plate and (26) SD #10 x 2-1/2" Screws. This tension tie may be installed up to 18" above the top of the concrete with no load reduction provided that additional elongation of the anchor rod is accounted for. HTT5 Tension Ties are designed to be used in both in vertical and horizontal applications. Using this kit will provide maximum tension load when required. Strap Material: 11 Gauge HTT5 Finish:...