Product Description
The Simpson BA3.56/26 Top-Flange Joist Hanger is a cost-effective structural connector from Simpson built for 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 top-flange hanger gives builders and engineers the flexibility to dial in load capacity through minimum and maximum nailing options - making it a practical solution for a wide range of residential and light commercial framing projects. Fabricated from 12-gauge steel with a G90 galvanized finish, it delivers durable, corrosion-resistant performance in demanding conditions.
Key Features
- Two-level embossment at the top flange - increases stiffness at the connection point, contributing to a stronger, more rigid installation
- 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 allows higher loads, giving designers flexibility to meet specific structural requirements without changing hardware
- Available for sloped and/or skewed member configurations - accommodates angled framing conditions so the hanger can work across a broader range of project layouts
- 12-gauge steel construction - provides the structural integrity needed to handle medium-to-higher load applications in engineered wood framing
- G90 zinc galvanized coating - delivers extra corrosion resistance, helping the hanger hold up in moisture-exposed or treated-lumber environments over time
Why This Product
- One hanger, a wide load range - the min./max. nailing design means a single hanger model can address both moderate and higher structural load demands, reducing the need to source multiple connector types for different framing scenarios
- Engineered to simplify installation - the full-height joist flange prevents joist rotation and eliminates web stiffener requirements, cutting extra steps and materials from the installation process
- Built for durability in real-world conditions - the G90 galvanized finish paired with 12-gauge steel construction means this hanger is equipped for environments where moisture and corrosion are genuine concerns, not just ideal ones
- Adaptable to complex framing geometry - compatibility with sloped and skewed member configurations makes this hanger a dependable choice for projects where standard square framing is not the only condition encountered
Specifications
- Model Number: BA3.56/26
- Member Size: 3-1/2 in. x 26 in.
- Gauge: 12
- Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Install With: 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
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size joist is this hanger designed to fit?
This hanger is designed for an actual joist size of 3-1/2 in. x 26 in., making it suitable for engineered wood and solid sawn lumber members of that dimension.
What gauge steel is the BA3.56/26 made from, and what corrosion protection does it have?
The BA3.56/26 is made from 12-gauge steel and features a Zinc Galvanized (G90) coating for extra corrosion resistance.
What nails should be used to install the BA3.56/26?
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.
Why is the full-height joist flange an important design feature?
The full-height joist flange captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminates the need for web stiffeners, simplifying installation while maintaining structural integrity.
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