The Simpson Heavy Top-Flange Hanger for SCL 7 x 11 1/2 is a heavy-duty engineered connector built for high-load structural composite lumber header connections where reliable, long-term performance is non-negotiable. Combining a 3-gauge steel top flange with a 7-gauge steel stirrup, this hanger delivers the structural capacity that demanding engineered lumber framing applications require. Precisely located nail holes protect the SCL header from lamination splitting, while the top-flange configuration keeps beam installation straightforward and accurate. Finished in Simpson gray paint as standard, with a hot-dip galvanized option available for corrosive environments, this hanger is a go-to choice for engineers and contractors specifying beam-to-header connections in engineered lumber construction.

Key Features

• 3-Gauge Steel Top Flange - Provides exceptional rigidity and load transfer at the top-flange connection, giving contractors confidence in high-demand SCL header installations.
• 7-Gauge Steel Stirrup - Delivers heavy-duty support for the beam body, ensuring the overall assembly can handle the structural loads associated with engineered lumber framing.
• Precisely Located Nail Holes - Engineered to prevent lamination splitting in the SCL header, protecting structural integrity over the life of the connection.
• Top-Flange Hanger Configuration - Allows the hanger to bear on the top of the carrying member, simplifying beam-to-header installation and reducing the chance of field errors.
• Simpson Gray Paint Finish - Provides a standard level of corrosion resistance suitable for typical interior framing environments, with a hot-dip galvanized option available for projects requiring greater protection.
• Designed for SCL Header Connections - Purpose-built for structural composite lumber rather than adapted from a general-purpose design, meaning the geometry, gauges, and nail patterns all work together for this specific application.

Why This Product

• Purpose-Built for Structural Composite Lumber - Unlike general hangers adapted for multiple lumber types, this connector is engineered specifically for SCL header applications, so the design addresses the real-world demands of engineered lumber framing from the ground up.
• Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction Throughout - The combination of a 3-gauge top flange and a 7-gauge stirrup means both the bearing surface and the beam cradle are built for high-load performance, giving specifiers and installers a product that matches the strength of the engineered lumber it supports.
• Lamination Protection Built Into the Design - Precisely located nail holes are a deliberate engineering choice, not an afterthought, actively reducing the risk of splitting in SCL headers and preserving the connection's structural integrity over time.
• Finish Flexibility for Different Project Requirements - The standard Simpson gray paint finish works for most interior applications, and the hot-dip galvanized option means the same trusted connector can be specified in environments where moisture or exposure is a concern.

Specifications

• Model Number: HGLTV7.12/11.5
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): HGLTV7.12/11.5
• Description: 7 x 11-1/2 Heavy Duty Top-Flange I-Joist Hanger for Engineered Lumber
• Top Flange Material: 3 Ga. steel
• Stirrup Material: 7 Ga. steel
• Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint
• Optional Finish: Hot-dip galvanized (available upon request)
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Structural composite lumber (SCL) header connections
• High-load engineered lumber framing applications
• Beam-to-header connections requiring a top-flange hanger configuration
• Applications where lamination splitting prevention is critical to structural performance

Note: Product dimensions may differ from picture. Please see item description for specifications.