The Simpson BA2.56/30 Top-Flange Joist Hanger is a cost-effective connector built for engineered wood and solid sawn lumber framing applications where reliable mid-to-high load transfer and joist stability are essential. Sized to accept a 2-1/2 in. x 30 in. member, this hanger is purpose-built for deeper engineered wood products that demand precise fit and rotation control, while remaining equally capable in solid sawn lumber assemblies carrying moderate loads. Manufactured from 12-gauge steel with a G90 zinc galvanized finish, it brings corrosion resistance and structural confidence to residential and commercial framing projects alike.

Key Features

• Two-level embossment at the top flange - increases flange stiffness, helping the hanger maintain its geometry under load and reducing deformation risk during installation and service.
• 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 while maximum nailing unlocks higher load capacity, giving engineers and contractors the design versatility to match the connector to actual project conditions.
• 12-gauge steel construction - provides the structural thickness needed to carry medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products, without oversizing the connector.
• G90 zinc galvanized finish - delivers enhanced corrosion resistance suitable for demanding or moisture-exposed framing environments where long-term hardware integrity is critical.
• Available for sloped and/or skewed applications - accommodates non-square framing conditions, adding flexibility for complex roof and floor framing layouts without requiring a completely different hanger series.

Why This Product

• One hanger, two performance levels - the min./max. nailing schedule means a single Simpson BA2.56/30 can serve moderate or higher load requirements simply by adjusting fastener count, reducing the need to stock multiple hanger models for different load conditions.
• Engineered to eliminate rotation without extra hardware - the full-height joist flange captures the joist's top chord directly, removing the need for web stiffeners and cutting both installation time and supplemental material cost on engineered wood framing projects.
• Built-in stiffness where it counts - the two-level top flange embossment adds rigidity at the most stress-concentrated area of the connector, contributing to a more stable, dependable connection over the life of the structure.
• Corrosion-resistant from the start - the G90 galvanized coating provides a meaningful layer of protection against moisture and environmental exposure, making this hanger a dependable long-term choice in framing assemblies where hardware degradation would be difficult or costly to address after construction.

Specifications

• Model Number: BA2.56/30
• Member Size: 2-1/2 in. x 30 in.
• W (in.): 2 9/16
• H (in.): 30
• B (in.): 3
• TF (in.): 2-1/2
• Gauge: 12
• Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Engineered wood joist and beam connections requiring top-flange hanger support
• Solid sawn lumber framing applications requiring medium load capacity
• Applications where prevention of joist rotation is critical and web stiffeners are undesirable
• Framing assemblies requiring design flexibility through minimum or maximum nailing schedules
• Projects requiring corrosion-resistant hardware in demanding or moisture-exposed environments

Installation

• Install with 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header
• Install with 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist

• 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