--- product_id: 30083959 title: "Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A - Galvanized Steel 18 Gauge Hurricane Tie, Rafter to Top Plate Brackets Connection for Uplift Resistance, Home Improvement Tools (Pack of 100)" brand: "simpson strong-tie" price: "R5202" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Simpson Strong Tie" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/30083959-simpson-strong-tie-h2-5a-galvanized-steel-18-gauge-hurricane store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # U-shaped design for rapid, hassle-free installation Engineered for superior uplift & seismic resistance 18-gauge galvanized steel for max durability Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A - Galvanized Steel 18 Gauge Hurricane Tie, Rafter to Top Plate Brackets Connection for Uplift Resistance, Home Improvement Tools (Pack of 100) **Brand:** simpson strong-tie **Price:** R5202 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌪️ Fortify your frame with the hurricane tie that means business! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A - Galvanized Steel 18 Gauge Hurricane Tie, Rafter to Top Plate Brackets Connection for Uplift Resistance, Home Improvement Tools (Pack of 100) by simpson strong-tie - **How much does it cost?** R5202 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/30083959-simpson-strong-tie-h2-5a-galvanized-steel-18-gauge-hurricane) ## Best For - simpson strong-tie enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted simpson strong-tie brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Speedy Setup:** Innovative U-shaped bracket design pairs perfectly with 8d nails for quick, foolproof installation. - • **Built to Last:** Premium 18-gauge galvanized steel ensures unmatched corrosion resistance and structural strength. - • **Versatile Fit:** Ideal for rafters, trusses, and top plates across residential and commercial projects—one bracket, endless possibilities. - • **Storm-Ready Security:** Creates a continuous load path to safeguard your build against wind, seismic, and environmental forces. - • **Trusted Industry Leader:** From Simpson Strong-Tie, the gold standard in engineered building solutions trusted by pros worldwide. ## Overview The Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A is a pack of 100 galvanized 18-gauge steel hurricane ties designed to connect rafters to top plates, delivering exceptional uplift resistance and durability. Engineered for easy installation with 8d nails and a U-shaped design, these brackets enhance structural integrity by creating a continuous load path to resist wind and seismic forces. Trusted by professionals, they are perfect for both residential and commercial framing projects. ## Description desertcart.com: Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A - Galvanized Steel 18 Gauge Hurricane Tie, Rafter to Top Plate Brackets Connection for Uplift Resistance, Home Improvement Tools (Pack of 100) : Industrial & Scientific ## Features - RELIABLE PERFORMANCE & DURABILITY: Constructed from 18-gauge galvanized steel, the H2.5A provides exceptional uplift resistance and durability in both residential and commercial applications, ensuring reliable performance in harsh environments. - EASY INSTALLATION: The U-shaped design and compatibility with 8d nails ensure quick and easy installation. It securely holds rafters or trusses on both sides, simplifying installation without the need for separate right and left parts. - ENHANCED STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY: These hurricane ties are designed to help create a continuous load path, ensuring that the forces from wind, seismic activity, and other environmental stresses are efficiently transferred throughout the structure. - VERSATILE APPLICATIONS: Suitable for a variety of framing projects, these hurricane ties are ideal for securing rafters, trusses, and top plates in both residential and commercial construction, offering reliable performance for a wide range of building types and environments. - SIMPSON STRONGTIE RELIABILITY: At Simpson Strong-Tie, our mission is to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. As a pioneer in the building industry, we have an unmatched passion for problem solving through skillful engineering and thoughtful innovation. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B012GWTFBO | | Best Sellers Rank | #22,791 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #84 in Hardware Brackets | | Brand Name | Simpson Strong-Tie | | Color | Metal | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (802) | | Finish Types | Galvanized | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00707392398806, 10707392398803 | | Included Components | Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A-100PK - H2.5A 18-Gauge Hurricane Tie 100ct | | Item Depth | 8.0 inches | | Item Dimensions | 1.61 x 1.61 x 6 inches | | Item Type Name | Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A-100PK - H2.5A 18-Gauge Hurricane Tie 100ct | | Item Weight | 2.4 ounces | | Manufacturer | Simpson Strong-Tie | | Manufacturer Part Number | H2.5A-100 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Warranty | | Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Model Number | H2.5A | | Mounting Type | Wall Mount | | Set Name | H2.5A 100 Pack | | UPC | 707392398806 | | Unit Count | 100 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Simpson Strong-Tie - **Color:** Metal - **Item Weight:** 2.4 ounces - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 1.61 x 1.61 x 6 inches - **Material:** Alloy Steel ## Images ![Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A - Galvanized Steel 18 Gauge Hurricane Tie, Rafter to Top Plate Brackets Connection for Uplift Resistance, Home Improvement Tools (Pack of 100) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/4178dp3xHEL.jpg) ![Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A - Galvanized Steel 18 Gauge Hurricane Tie, Rafter to Top Plate Brackets Connection for Uplift Resistance, Home Improvement Tools (Pack of 100) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21GI4wrg6dL.jpg) ![Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A - Galvanized Steel 18 Gauge Hurricane Tie, Rafter to Top Plate Brackets Connection for Uplift Resistance, Home Improvement Tools (Pack of 100) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/513fvZMXlGL.jpg) ![Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A - Galvanized Steel 18 Gauge Hurricane Tie, Rafter to Top Plate Brackets Connection for Uplift Resistance, Home Improvement Tools (Pack of 100) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51aXMPWSNjL.jpg) ![Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A - Galvanized Steel 18 Gauge Hurricane Tie, Rafter to Top Plate Brackets Connection for Uplift Resistance, Home Improvement Tools (Pack of 100) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/417zvjwoEUL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: nails for h2.5az** A: You can use #8 nails or 1 1/4" Torx screws. I opted for the screws because, high up in the air on a ladder and because space to swing a hammer is limited, it is easier to drive the screw with a drill. Go to your hardware store and buy the hardened steel Torx bit which will literally drive thousands of screws. The softer steel Torx bits that come with a set of bits will get rounded off fairly easily. Also, get the magnetic attachment that expands and collapses to hold the screws so you don't keep dropping them. **Q: This says to install 2 on either side of the rafter, if you use 1 1/2 nails wouldn’t the nails go into each other if it’s on both sides?** A: That would seem to be the case. My install was with screws and I only put on one side of the rafter. **Q: Will this work for connecting two 2"x 4"s at right angles? Maybe if i bend them over the top and/or bottom?** A: No. You need a T bracket for right angle **Q: are you required to install one on each side of the rafter? 2 total on each rafter?** A: No. If you try, you would be nailing into the first connector’s nails! You should look up your local building code to be sure of the correct connector type and nail length. ## Frequently Bought Together - Simpson Strong-Tie H2.5A H2.5A 18-Gauge Galvanized Hurricane Tie (Pack of 100) - Simpson Strong-Tie SD9112R500 Strong-Drive SD Connector Screw #9 x 1-1/2 in. 1/4-Hex Drive, Mech. Galv. 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