Simpson Strong-Tie® Wood Construction Connectors

PGT ®

Pipe Grip Ties®

Pipe Grip Ties attach wood fence rails to
metal fence posts, eliminating rotted and Field bent application Field bent application
failed wood posts. The PGT is suitable for
standard applications as well as corners 65⁄8"
and splices.
23⁄8"
The PGTIC2Z-R is an interior corner pipe
grip tie.
11⁄4" 23⁄8"
The PGT1.5Z-R is for 1 2" pipe (1 8" outside
diameter), and the PGT2Z-R is for 2" pipe
(2 8" outside diameter). PGT2A
The PGT2A is for 2" pipe (2 8" outside
diameter). PGT2Z-R
(PGT1.5Z-R similar)
The PGT2E is for 2" pipes and features
a two-piece design that provides a solid
connection between fence stringer
and post.
Material: PGT2A — 14 gauge; 71⁄4"
all others — 12 gauge 2"
Finish: PGTA, PGT2-R, PGT2E — Galvanized; PGTIC2Z-R 23⁄8"
PGTIC2Z, PGT1.5Z, PGT2Z-R — ZMAX®
Installation:
• Use all speciied fasteners; see
General Notes. PGT2E
• PGTIC2Z-R to Post — Install two set U.S. Patent 8,220,781
screws (supplied) with 8 socket in
predrilled holes.
• PGTIC2Z-R to Rails — Use Simpson
Strong-Tie® 4" x 1 2" Strong-Drive® 2¼"
SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws
(not supplied). 2"

• Install on vertical pipes, offsetting corners Top view

to allow for the correct rail alignment. 90° corner
installation
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• Use three to four PGTs per pipe; line up

to stringline.
• Fasten PGT with 4" hex head bolt 1"
Typical PGT2E Installation
(supplied).

Decks and Fences

• PGT attaches to rails with four Simpson
Strong-Tie 4"x1 2" Strong-Drive SDS
Heavy-Duty Connector screws (not
supplied). See p. 32 for Strong-Drive
SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screw Top view
45° corner
information. 6" installation
• 4" lag bolts may be used. Follow the
code requirements for predrilling. Corner Installation
• Nail or screw fence boards to rails. Top View
• Field bend PGT langes to it corner and
angled conditions (bend one time only). Typical PGTIC2Z-R
Fence Installation
• Fasten to rails using PGT2E with 4"
Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SDS
Heavy-Duty Connector screws or 4" lag
screws (follow code requirements for
pre-drilling). See p. 32 for Strong-Drive
SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screw
information.
• PGT2E-R50: Sold as full carton with
(50) attachment plates, (50) front straps
and (55) thread-tapping screws.
Typical PGT2Z-R Fence Installation
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FB/FBR/FBFZ
Fence Rail Brackets
FB and FBR fence brackets make the connection between
7⁄32"
fence rails and posts simple and strong. Eliminates the need ¾"
for toe nailing or screwing. Clean, versatile connections make
planning and building fences, deck/porch railings and louvers
easier and faster.
The new patent-pending FBFZ lat rail bracket offers a more
concealed install look. In addition to fence-rail connections,
the FBFZ can also be used for handrail attachments for 4¾"

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Use & Warnings:
porch and deck railings that are 30" or closer to ground level.
Material: See table
Finish: FB/FBR — Galvanized; FB24SS — stainless steel.
Some products available in ZMAX® coating; see Corrosion FB24Z
(FB24R similar) FB26
Information, pp. 15–18.

FBFZ
Installation:
• Holes are sized for 8d x 1 2", 8d commons or 19⁄16
Simpson Strong-Tie® #9 x 1 2" Strong-Drive® SD "
Connector screws into the supporting member FBFZ
• FB24R is sized for 10d x 1 2" or Simpson Strong-Tie U.S. Patent Pending
#9 x 1 2" Strong-Drive SD Connector screws
• FB26 is sized for Simpson Strong-Tie #9 x 1 2"
Strong-Drive SD Connector screws
Codes: See p. 14 for Code Reference Key Chart

These products are available with additional corrosion

protection. For more information, see p. 18.
These products are approved for installation with the Strong-Drive®
SD Connector screw. See pp. 39–40 for more information.
FBR24
Dimensions (in.)
Model Member Code
Ga.
No. Size Ref.
W H B

FB24Z 20 2x4 1 9⁄16 38 4 Typical FB26

Fencing Installation

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FB24R 20 2x4 RGH 2 38 4

FBR24 18 2x4 1 9⁄16 2 7⁄16 12 180

FB26 18 2x6 1 9⁄16 5 12

FBFZ 18 2x4 1 9⁄16 44 7⁄32

Decks and Fences

1. FB26 has an allowable load for F1 of 365 lb.

2. FBR24: R = rail (not rough).
3. Nails: 10d x 1 2" = 0.148" dia. x 1 2" long,
8d = 0.131" dia. x 2 2" long, 8d x 1 2 = 0.131" dia. x 1 2"
Typical FB24Z
long. See pp. 26–27 for other nail sizes and information. Installation

Typical FBFZ Handrail Installation Typical FBFZ Fence Rail Installation

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E-Z Base™/E-Z Mender ™/E-Z Spike™

Fence Products
Replacing an entire fence can be an expensive
and dificult task. Simpson Strong-Tie® offers a
line of products designed to help make reinforcing
fence posts easy and economical. The E-Z Base™,
E-Z Mender™ and E-Z Spike™ offer simple solutions Block
for all types of fence post projects.
53⁄8"
E-Z Spike (Model No. FPBS44)
• Allows easy installation of 4x4 wood posts 115⁄8"
without digging holes or pouring concrete 347⁄8"
28"
• Can be used for a variety of applications where
quick-to-install posts are needed
E-Z Mender ( Model No. FPBM44E)
• Allows easy repair of rotted or damaged
4x4 wood posts installed in concrete or dirt
• Reinforces weakened wood posts without
having to replace the post or the concrete
• Sold individually; use in pairs
E-Z Base (Model No. FPBB44)
E-Z Spike™ E-Z Mender™
• Allows easy installation of 4x4 wood posts (FPBS44) (FPBM44E)
on existing concrete
Material: 12 gauge
35⁄8"
Finish: Black powder-coat
Installation:
• See lier F-EZFPP at strongtie.com 4-1⁄2" dia.
51⁄2" anchors
• Attach post to E-Z Spike or E-Z Base
with (8 ) 4" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty
Connector screws or 4" HDG lag screws
and attach post to E-Z Mender using
(6) HDG nails or screws per part
Note:
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• Notwithstanding the terms of the Limited

Warranty, Simpson Strong-Tie does not
guarantee, represent or warrant that this
product will perform under, or prevent or
reduce damage caused by corrosion, any

Decks and Fences

seismic, wind, atmospheric, or other
load-producing event. E-Z Base™
(FPBB44)

65⁄8"
These products are approved for installation 3 ⁄4"
11⁄2" typ.
with the Strong-Drive® SD Connector screw. typ.
See pp. 39–40 for more information.
5 ⁄8" typ.

35⁄16" 35⁄8"

35⁄8"
E-Z Base™ (FPBB44) Top View

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