Key Features

Handles Uplift Loads The gusseted angle is engineered to increase strength for lateral and uplift loads, which matters when you are tying wood framing back to masonry in high-wind or seismic areas. Kit Comes Ready This Simpson Strong-Tie hurricane gusset angle kit includes both the connector screws and masonry screws, so you are not piecing together hardware after the fact. 14 Gauge Steel Made from 14 gauge galvanized steel with a G90 zinc finish for added corrosion resistance in the right protected installation conditions.

Overview

The Simpson Strong-Tie HGAM10KTA HGAM Hurricane Gusset Angle for Masonry with Screws is a masonry connector kit built to secure the bottom chord of a gable end truss or another framing member to concrete or masonry. This is a hurricane gusset angle designed for fastening wood-to-concrete or wood-to-masonry connections. Model Number: HGAM10KTA. If you are building or reinforcing roof and wall framing where uplift and side loading matter, this connector is doing a very specific job that standard angles are not meant to handle.

The big story here is the formed gusset in the angle. That gusset is what gives the HGAM its added strength for lateral and uplift loads, instead of relying on a flat angle alone. In practical terms, that means a better load path between the wood framing and the masonry support below, which is exactly what you want when the structure is dealing with wind pressure or seismic movement.

This kit version matters because it is not just the connector by itself. Simpson packages the HGAM10KTA with the required screw types for the intended connection: Strong-Drive SDS screws for the wood side and Titen Turbo masonry screws for the masonry side. That saves time during material takeoff and helps avoid mismatching fasteners with the connector. The Strong-Drive SDS screws are called out as high-strength structural screws with a Type-17 point that installs without predrilling, which speeds up installation on the wood side.

Material and finish are straightforward and important. The connector is made from 14 gauge steel with a Zinc Galvanized G90 coating. That gives the bracket the stiffness you want in a structural connector and a corrosion-resistant finish suited to protected applications. Simpson also notes that the Titen Turbo screws should not be exposed to the exterior environment, so installation location and detailing matter here.

On sizing, this model is a compact connector at roughly 3-1/2 inches wide, 3 inches high, and 3 inches deep. That makes it easier to place at the base of a framing member without taking up unnecessary room, while still giving you the footprint needed for the specified screw pattern. The installation illustration also shows that the masonry attachment is intended for grout-filled CMU with a minimum one number 5 horizontal rebar in the course, which is a real-world detail worth paying attention to before you order.

Jobsite practicality is good as long as you use it the way Simpson intends. The connector attaches using hex-head Titen Turbo screws on the masonry side, and Simpson specifically says to use all specified fasteners. Just as important, hurricane ties like this do not replace solid blocking. That is a useful reminder because connectors work best as part of a complete assembly, not as a shortcut around framing requirements.

This HGAM kit is best suited for builders, framers, general contractors, and remodelers working on wood framing tied into masonry or concrete. It is especially relevant in regions where code and common sense both push you toward stronger uplift-resistant connections. If you need a clean, purpose-built connector for a gable end truss or similar framing condition, this is the kind of part you buy because it solves a specific structural connection problem without guesswork.

Built for Masonry Tie-Down Work

This is not a generic corner bracket. It is made for tying wood framing back to masonry where uplift and lateral forces are part of the design problem.

• Designed to secure the bottom chord of a gable end truss or similar framing member to masonry
• Installation detail calls for grout-filled CMU with a minimum one number 5 horizontal rebar in the course

Compact Size, Reinforced Shape

The compact footprint helps it fit common framing conditions, while the formed gusset adds the strength that separates this connector from a plain bent angle.

• Connector width: 3-1/2 in.
• Connector height and depth: 3 in.

Fasteners Matched to the Connector

Having the right fasteners in the kit matters on structural hardware. Simpson includes the hardware types this connector is designed around, which cuts down on jobsite substitutions.

• Includes Strong-Drive SDS screws and Titen Turbo screws
• Strong-Drive SDS screws install with no predrilling because of the Type-17 point

What’s in the Box

• (10) HGAM10 connectors
• (40) 1/4 in. x 1-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS screws
• (40) 1/4 in. x 2-3/4 in. Titen Turbo screws

For concrete installations, 1-3/4 in. Titen Turbo screws are sold separately.

Key Specifications

Compatibility

Base Material Designed for wood framing connected to concrete or masonry. Fastener System Uses 1/4 in. x 1-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS screws and 1/4 in. Titen Turbo masonry screws as specified for the connection. Masonry Condition Install to grout-filled CMU with a minimum one number 5 horizontal rebar in the course when using the masonry installation detail.

Built For

Construction Carpentry General Contracting Remodeling Roof Framing Gable End Truss Connections Wood to Masonry Fastening High-Wind Reinforcement

Pro Tip

Before ordering, make sure your wall condition matches the installation requirement. This connector is called out for grout-filled CMU with horizontal rebar, and Simpson also notes that hurricane ties do not replace solid blocking.

Warranty & Support

Lowes lists the warranty for this model as none.

Tool Nut’s Take

Tool Nut’s Take

Simpson Strong-Tie HGAM10KTA HGAM Hurricane Gusset Angle for Masonry with Screws Gets the Connection Right

This is a purpose-built structural connector kit for crews who need a clean, stronger wood-to-masonry tie-down detail without guessing on hardware.

• Who it’s for: Builders, framers, and contractors tying gable end trusses or similar framing members back to concrete or masonry.
• Why it stands out: The gusseted shape is the real value here, and the included SDS and Titen Turbo screws make this more job-ready than buying a loose connector and chasing fasteners later.
• Worth knowing: Pay attention to the installation notes. Use all specified fasteners, keep the Titen Turbo screws out of exposed exterior conditions, and do not treat this as a substitute for solid blocking.

Common Questions

• What is this connector used for? It is used to secure the bottom chord of a gable end truss or another framing member to masonry or concrete.
• What material is it made from? The connector is made from 14 gauge steel with a Zinc Galvanized G90 finish.
• What size is the connector? The listed dimensions are 3-1/2 inches wide, 3 inches high, and 3 inches deep.
• Is it intended for high-wind or seismic conditions? Yes. Simpson states it is engineered for increased loads in high-wind or seismic events.