EGQ High-Capacity Top-Flange Hanger
Product Details
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.
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.
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 multi-ply 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
Related Literature
Product Information Table
| Model No. | Joist Size | Ga. | W (in.) | H (in.) | Coating/Material | Packaging Qty. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EGQ3.62-SDS3 | 3 1/2 in. | Stirrup: 7, top flange: 3 | 3 5/8 | 11 1/4 – 32 | Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint | 1 |
| EGQ5.25-SDS | 5 1/8 in. | Stirrup: 7, top flange: 3 | 5 1/4 | 11 1/4 – 32 | Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint | 1 |
| EGQ5.50-SDS3 | 5 1/4 in | Stirrup: 7, top flange: 3 | 5 1/2 | 11 1/4 – 32 | Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint | 1 |
| EGQ5.62-SDS | 5 1/2 in. | Stirrup: 7, top flange: 3 | 5 5/8 | 11 1/4 – 32 | Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint | 1 |
| EGQ6.88-SDS | 6 3/4 in. | Stirrup: 7, top flange: 3 | 6 7/8 | 11 1/4 – 32 | Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint | 1 |
| EGQ7.25-SDS3 | 7 in. | Stirrup: 7, top flange: 3 | 7 1/4 | 11 1/4 – 32 | Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint | 1 |
Load Tables
These products are available with additional corrosion protection.
- Uplift loads have been increased for earthquake or wind loading with no further increase allowed. Reduce where other loads govern.
- "H (Min.)" is the minimum H dimension that may be specified.
- Loads are based on 750 psi wood bearing for SCL.
- For normal loading, such as in cantilever construction, use an uplift value of 4,800 lb.
Code Reports & Compliance
Drawings
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