Simpson PGT Pipe Grip Tie

Description

The PGT is a tie designed for attaching wood fence rails to metal fence posts. This pipe grip tie can be used in new construction or to replace damaged wooden posts. Ideal for a variety of conditions, the PGT helps to eliminate the rot and failures to which wood fence posts are most prone, thus extending the life of a fence.

Key Features

• A solid connection with quick and easy installation
• Ideal for replacing damaged wood posts or for new fence construction
• Galvanized steel construction for durability and corrosion resistance

Applications

• PGT1.5Z-R is for 1 1/2″ pipe (1 7/8″ outside diameter)
• PGT2-R and PGT2Z-R are for 2″ pipe (2 3/8″ outside diameter)
• PGT2A is for 2″ pipe (2 3/8″ outside diameter)
• PGT2E is for 2″ pipes (2 3/8″ outside diameter) and features a two-piece design that provides a solid connection between fence stringer and post

Product Includes

• PGT1.5Z-R, PGT2A, PGT2Z-R and PGT2-R include 1 bolt
• PGT2E-R50 is sold as full carton with (50) attachment plates, (50) front straps and (55) 1/4″ diameter x 3/4″-long hex-head bolts

Material

• PGT2A 14 gauge; all others 12 gauge

Finish

• PGTA, PGT2-R, PGT2E galvanized; PGT1.5Z, PGT2Z-R ZMAX

Installation

• Use all specified fasteners
• Install on vertical pipes, offsetting corners to allow for the correct rail alignment.
• Use three to four PGTs per pipe; line up to stringline.
• Tighten PGT with one 1/4″ hex-head bolt (supplied).
• Attach PGT to rails using four 1/4″ x 1 1/2″ Strong-DriveSDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (not supplied). 1/4″ lag screws may be substituted. Follow the code requirements for predrilling.
• Field bend PGT flanges to fit corner and angled conditions (bend one time only).
• PGTSCREW-R10 is a pack of (10) 1/4″ x 2 1/2″ replacement hex-head screw bolts for the PGT2A, PGT2-R, PGT2Z-R and PGT1.52Z-R.

Patent Information

• US Patent 8,596,618