Product Overview

Simpson Strong Tie PGT2A pipe grip 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; see General Notes.
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-Drive® SDS 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.