The Simpson BA2.56/16 BA Top-Flange Joist Hanger for 2-1/2 in. x 16 in. Engineered Wood from Simpson is a cost-effective top-flange hanger built for both engineered wood and solid sawn lumber framing applications. Designed to carry medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products, this 14-gauge steel hanger delivers reliable structural performance with min./max. nailing options that give builders and engineers the flexibility to meet a range of load demands in residential and commercial framing projects.

Key Features

• Two-level embossment at the top flange - provides increased stiffness, giving the hanger greater resistance to deformation under load for a more dependable connection.
• Full-height joist flange design - captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminate the need for web stiffeners, simplifying installation and reducing material costs.
• Min./max. nailing options - minimum nailing targets moderate load demands, whereas maximum nailing allows higher loads, letting contractors dial in the right connection strength for each application without switching hardware.
• Compatible with sloped and/or skewed members (available for special order) - accommodates angled framing conditions up to 45 deg., making this hanger adaptable to complex roof and floor framing layouts.
• Made from 14-gauge steel - provides a strong and rigid connection point sized precisely for 2-1/2 in. x 16 in. engineered wood joists, reducing guesswork and fitment issues on the job site.
• Zinc Galvanized coating - the G90 galvanized finish delivers extra corrosion resistance for long-term durability in framing environments where moisture exposure is a concern.

Why This Product

• Versatile across lumber types - engineered to perform with both engineered wood products and solid sawn lumber, this top-flange hanger adapts to the materials already specified for your project rather than requiring a dedicated product for each lumber type.
• Built-in rotation control - the full-height joist flange actively prevents joist rotation without additional blocking or web stiffeners, saving installation time and reducing the number of components needed to complete the connection.
• Scalable load capacity through nailing - the min./max. nailing system means a single hanger model can address a wider range of structural load scenarios, reducing the need to stock multiple hanger sizes for projects with varying load requirements.
• Engineered for long-term performance - heavy 14-gauge construction combined with a G90 galvanized finish means the hanger maintains structural integrity and corrosion resistance over the life of the structure, supporting confidence in the connection for years after installation.

Specifications

• Model Number: BA2.56/16
• Member Size: 2-1/2 in. x 16 in.
• Gauge: 14
• W: 2 9/16 in.
• H: 16 in.
• B: 3 in.
• TF: 2-1/2 in.
• Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Installation Fasteners: Install with 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header and 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist (sold separately)
• Country of Origin: United States

Options

• Other widths are available; specify W dimension (the minimum W dimension is 1 9/16").
  
• For modified hangers, fastener quantity listed in tables may need to increase depending on joist size, skew and slope. All modified hangers are 12 ga.
• Hangers may be modified for slopes and/or skews up to 45 deg.. The top flanges may be sloped as much as 35 deg. and may be open or closed up to 30 deg.. See Modifications and Associated Load Reductions under Specifications
• Contact us for Customizations and Special orders

Note: Product dimensions and/or nail holes may differ from picture. Please see item description for specifications.