{"product_id":"simpson-strong-tie-heli-tie-fastener-installation-tool-helitool37a","title":"Simpson Strong-Tie Heli-Tie Fastener Installation Tool (HELITOOL37A)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/tool-free-change.svg\" alt=\"tool-free-change\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade for Heli-Tie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThis Simpson Strong-Tie Heli-Tie Fastener Installation Tool is built specifically for installing Heli-Tie helical wall ties. That matters because correct fit is what makes installation faster and more consistent in concrete and masonry repair work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/depth.svg\" alt=\"depth\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Countersink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe tool automatically countersinks the fastener into the façade material. You spend less time fussing with finish depth and get a cleaner installation in restorative applications.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/speed.svg\" alt=\"speed\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaster Tie Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eIf you are installing multiple wall ties, this tool is meant to speed up the job compared to improvised methods. It is a specialized installation accessory for restoration crews working in masonry and concrete.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Simpson Strong-Tie HELITOOL37A Heli-Tie Fastener Installation Tool is a dedicated installation tool for Heli-Tie wall ties used in concrete and masonry repair. This is a fastener installation tool designed for installing Heli-Tie helical wall ties in restorative applications. Model Number HELITOOL37A. If you are repairing a masonry façade or tying veneer back to a structural backup, this tool is the accessory Simpson specifies for correct installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhat sets this tool apart is that it is not a general-purpose driver bit or masonry accessory. It is specifically designed to install the Heli-Tie helical wall tie, which means it is matched to that fastening system rather than trying to make a standard drive fit a specialized anchor. For the user, that means less guesswork during installation and a setup that is aimed at doing the job the way the system was intended to be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOne of the most important functional details is the automatic countersinking action. Simpson states that the tool automatically countersinks the fastener into the material. In real use, that matters because it helps control how the wall tie finishes at the face of the façade material, which can save time during repetitive installation and help produce a more consistent finished result across the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis tool is also positioned as a time-saver for restorative work. On repair jobs, the value is not just that the tie goes in, but that it goes in with a repeatable process. When you are working through multiple ties in concrete or masonry, the right installation tool helps keep the workflow moving and reduces the need to improvise with hardware that was never built for this system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFrom a design standpoint, the HELITOOL37A is a specialized metal installation accessory with a proprietary Heli-Tie drive system and a proprietary shank style noted in supplementary product data. That tells you right away this is system-specific hardware, not something meant to cross over broadly into other fastening platforms. If you are buying into the Simpson Heli-Tie repair approach, this is the matching install tool for that platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe best fit for this product is the contractor or repair specialist doing masonry restoration, façade repair, or concrete and masonry anchoring work where Heli-Tie wall ties are part of the spec. It can also make sense for serious building repair pros who need the correct Simpson installation accessory on hand instead of trying to adapt a general-purpose tool. If you are not using Heli-Tie wall ties, this is probably too specialized. If you are, it is the right kind of dedicated accessory to have in the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for the Heli-Tie System\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/ssttoolbox.widen.net\/content\/spxypxxref\/jpeg\/A_HELITOOL37A_ProdPho_Pho_Prod_Heli-Tie-InstallationTool_C0.jpeg?position=c\u0026amp;color=ffffffff\u0026amp;u=cjmyin\" alt=\"Simpson Strong-Tie HELITOOL37A Heli-Tie Fastener Installation Tool product photo showing the proprietary installation tip and countersinking shoulder for masonry wall tie work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis is a purpose-built installation accessory, not a generic driver. If your job calls for Heli-Tie wall ties in concrete or masonry, using the matched tool helps keep installation aligned with the system Simpson designed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eSpecifically designed to install Heli-Tie helical wall ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eAutomatically countersinks the fastener into façade material\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIntended to speed up fastener installation in restorative applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(1) Simpson Strong-Tie HELITOOL37A Heli-Tie Fastener Installation Tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMetal\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eWeight (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e0.1 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eDrive System\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eProprietary Heli-Tie Drive System\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eShank Style\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eProprietary\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eHelical Wall Ties\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003ePackaging Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eBag\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eQuantity Per Unit\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eCarton Quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/ratchet.svg\" alt=\"ratchet\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eFastener System\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eDesigned for Simpson Strong-Tie Heli-Tie helical wall ties.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/chuck-type.svg\" alt=\"chuck-type\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eDrive Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eUses a proprietary Heli-Tie drive system and proprietary shank style rather than a general-purpose bit interface.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eApplication Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eIntended for Heli-Tie installation into concrete or masonry in repair and restorative work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMasonry Repair\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eConcrete Repair\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFacade Restoration\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eStructural Repair\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRestorative Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eThis tool is a system piece, so buy it only if your repair spec calls for Simpson Heli-Tie wall ties. If you are trying to use it like a universal masonry driver, you are shopping the wrong category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eSpecialized, and that is the whole point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Simpson Strong-Tie HELITOOL37A Heli-Tie Fastener Installation Tool makes sense when you need the correct install accessory for the Heli-Tie wall tie system, not when you want a do-everything masonry bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Masonry repair contractors, restoration crews, and pros installing Simpson Heli-Tie wall ties in concrete or façade work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is purpose-built for the Heli-Tie system and automatically countersinks the fastener, which is the kind of detail that matters on repetitive repair work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a niche tool. If you are not working with Heli-Tie fasteners specifically, its proprietary design limits its usefulness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this tool used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is used to install Simpson Strong-Tie Heli-Tie helical wall ties in concrete or masonry repair applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it countersink the fastener?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Simpson states that the tool automatically countersinks the fastener into the façade material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a general-purpose driver bit?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Available product data identifies it as a proprietary Heli-Tie drive system designed specifically for Heli-Tie wall ties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Simpson Strong-Tie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52999304872230,"sku":"HELITOOL37A","price":166.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/helitool37a-heli-fastener-install-tool-20__89083.jpg?v=1775841095","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/simpson-strong-tie-heli-tie-fastener-installation-tool-helitool37a","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}