Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie DGT2.37/18 DGT Top-Flange Fire Wall Hanger is engineered for multifamily, multilevel Type III residential construction. Designed to accommodate 2-5/16 in. x 18 in. engineered wood joists, this patent-pending hanger is load tested, code listed, and carries a two-hour fire rating - making it a reliable choice where fire wall performance is required. The DGT is the first fire wall hanger designed to install with a power nailer, saving valuable time before drywall is hung and helping keep construction projects on schedule. Tested according to ASTM E814 and rated for use on both sides of the wall, the DGT top-flange design allows two layers of 5/8 in. gypsum board to be slipped into place after framing is complete. Made in the United States and backed by expert technical support, the Simpson Strong-Tie DGT2.37/18 delivers proven performance and installation efficiency in demanding residential applications.
Key Features
- Loads tested and code listed for 1-1/2 in. and 2-1/2 in. power-driven or hand-installed nails
- Two-hour fire rating applies to 2x4 or thicker walls
- Innovative top-flange design for back-to-back installation on 2x6 (min.) walls
- Space for two layers of 5/8-in. drywall after framing
- Two-hour Fire-Resistant rating Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01
- Joist size: 2-5/16 in. x 18 in.
- Seat width: 2-3/8 in.
- Made from 12-gauge steel
- Galvanized (G90) for corrosion resistance
- Tested according to ASTM E814 and fire rated for use on both sides of the wall
- Made in the United States
Specifications
- MPN: DGT2.37/18
- Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Member Size: 2-5/16 in. x 18 in.
- Seat Width: 2-3/8 in.
- Height: 17-15/16 in.
- Gauge: 12
- Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Fire Rating: Two-hour
- Fire Rating Certification: Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01
- Test Standard: ASTM E814
- Installation Fasteners: (6) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. OR 0.148 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails in the top; (2) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails OR (4) 0.148 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails in the face; and (6) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist (sold separately)
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Multifamily residential construction requiring fire wall separation
- Multilevel Type III residential construction
- Fire wall applications on 2x4 or thicker walls with a two-hour fire rating requirement
- Back-to-back top-flange installation on 2x6 (minimum) walls
- Installations requiring two layers of 5/8 in. drywall after framing
- Fire-rated applications on both sides of the wall per ASTM E814
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the fire rating for the Simpson Strong-Tie DGT2.37/18, and what wall thickness does it apply to?
- The DGT2.37/18 carries a two-hour fire rating that applies to 2x4 or thicker walls. It has been tested according to ASTM E814 and is fire rated for use on both sides of the wall, with certification under Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01.
- What nail sizes are approved for installing the DGT2.37/18?
- The DGT2.37/18 is loads tested and code listed for both 1-1/2 in. and 2-1/2 in. power-driven or hand-installed nails (0.148 in. diameter). The installation requires (6) nails in the top, (2) 1-1/2 in. nails or (4) 2-1/2 in. nails in the face, and (6) 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist.
- Can the DGT2.37/18 be installed with a power nailer?
- Yes. The Simpson Strong-Tie DGT is the first fire wall hanger designed for installation with a power nailer. This feature saves time before drywall is hung, helping keep construction schedules on track without sacrificing fire-rated performance.
- How does the top-flange design accommodate drywall installation?
- The innovative top-flange design of the DGT2.37/18 allows two layers of 5/8 in. gypsum board (drywall) to be slipped into place after framing is complete. It also enables back-to-back installation on 2x6 (minimum) walls, providing flexibility in multifamily and multilevel construction layouts.
Downloads and Resources
- Two-hour Fire-Resistant rating Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01
- Contact us for product inquiries
- Specifications
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