Description

Simpson Strong-Tie HL53 – 5-3/4″ x 2-1/2″ Galvanized Heavy Angle

Product Details

The HL is a versatile angle designed to improve corner stability. This multipurpose connector helps promote standardization and construction economy. The L-shaped design of this heavy utility strap makes it ideal for a variety of applications where two members meet at a 90 angle.

Key Features

• Helps reinforce wood members in right-angle connections
• Resists uplift and lateral forces
• Achieves lateral loads in both directions when installed in pairs

Finish

• 7 and 8 ga. models galvanized; 3 ga. models Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint. Some models available in HDG

Installation

• Install with bolts
• Lag screws of equal diameter (minimum 5″ long) may be substituted for bolts in the beam with no reduction in load.

• Gussets may be added to HL models when L 5″ (specify G after model number as in HL46G)
• Ornamental alternative: HLPC angles