The Simpson HL53PC Black Powder-Coated Ornamental Heavy Angle is part of the Simpson Decorative Hardware line - a collection of aesthetically pleasing, pre-finished connectors designed for exposed wood applications where structural performance and visual appeal must work together. Built from 7-gauge steel and finished with a durable black powder coat, this heavy angle is engineered to connect timber members at right-angle joints, resist uplift and diagonal forces, and contribute a clean, architectural look to any project where connectors remain in plain sight. Designed to promote standardization and construction economy, it is compatible with Simpson structural hardware across a wide range of timber framing applications.

Key Features

• Connects timber and reinforces right-angle joints - provides a reliable structural anchor at 90 deg. wood-to-wood connections, keeping heavy timber framing aligned and secure
• Resists uplift and diagonal forces - engineered to handle lateral and lifting loads at the joint, adding structural integrity where exposed framing is subject to real-world stresses
• Made from 7-gauge steel - heavy-duty material thickness delivers the load capacity expected in demanding timber construction without sacrificing a refined profile
• Black powder coat finish - the pre-finished coating delivers a consistent, decorative appearance purpose-built for exposed applications where bare metal hardware would detract from the overall look
• Compatible with Simpson structural hardware - integrates seamlessly into projects already using other connectors from the same system, simplifying specification and installation

Why This Product

• Structural and decorative in a single connector - rather than compromising between a functional bracket and a finished look, this heavy angle is pre-coated in black from the factory so it performs structurally while complementing exposed timber aesthetics right out of the box
• Purpose-built for visible timber framing - designed specifically for exposed wood applications, it suits post-and-beam construction, pergolas, and architectural framing where the connector itself is part of the finished appearance
• Heavy-gauge construction for demanding connections - 7-gauge steel gives buyers confidence that this angle can handle the uplift and diagonal forces common in structural timber joints, not just light-duty carpentry
• Fits within a broader compatible hardware system - because it works alongside other Simpson structural hardware, specifiers and contractors can use it as part of a coordinated connector strategy rather than mixing incompatible brands or finishes

Specifications

• Model Number (MPN): HL53PC
• Description: Ornamental Heavy L-Shaped Angle
• Size: 5-3/4 in. x 5-3/4 in. x 2-1/2 in.
• Steel Gauge: 7-gauge
• Coating / Finish: Black Powder Coating
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Connecting timber members at right-angle (90 deg.) joints
• Reinforcing right-angle connections in exposed wood framing
• Resisting uplift and diagonal forces in wood-to-wood connections
• Decorative and structural applications where connectors are architecturally visible
• Timber framing projects requiring standardization and construction economy

Installation

Install with (4) 1/2-in. diameter bolts.

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