The Simpson Strong-Tie DGT3.62/20 DGT Top-Flange Fire Wall Hanger is engineered for multifamily, multilevel Type III residential construction, delivering a patent-pending, load-tested design with a two-hour fire rating. Built to support 3-1/2 in. x 20 in. engineered wood joists, this hanger is the first fire wall hanger designed to install with a power nailer, saving valuable time on the jobsite before drywall installation begins. Its innovative top-flange design accommodates two layers of 5/8-in. gypsum board that can be slipped into place after framing is complete, and the hanger has been tested to ASTM E814 standards for fire-rated use on both sides of the wall.

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: 3-1/2 in. x 20 in.
• Seat width: 3-5/8 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 and backed by expert service and technical support

Specifications

• MPN: DGT3.62/20
• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Member Size: 3-1/2 in. x 20 in.
• Seat Width: 3-5/8 in.
• Height: 19-15/16 in.
• Gauge: 12
• Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: United States
• Fire Rating: Two-hour, Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01
• Test Standard: ASTM E814
• Installation Fasteners: Install with (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)

Approved Applications

• Multifamily residential construction
• Multilevel Type III residential construction
• Fire wall assemblies requiring a two-hour fire-resistant rating
• Back-to-back installation on 2x6 (minimum) walls
• Applications requiring drywall installation after framing is complete

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fire rating of the DGT3.62/20 fire wall hanger?

The DGT3.62/20 carries a two-hour fire-resistant rating, verified by Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01 and tested in accordance with ASTM E814. This rating applies to 2x4 or thicker walls and covers both sides of the wall.

What joist size is this hanger designed for?

This hanger is specifically designed for 3-1/2 in. x 20 in. engineered wood joists, with a seat width of 3-5/8 in.

Can this hanger be installed with a power nailer?

Yes. The DGT3.62/20 is the first fire wall hanger designed for power nailer installation. It is loads tested and code listed for both 1-1/2 in. and 2-1/2 in. power-driven nails, as well as hand-installed nails, providing flexibility on the jobsite.

Does the DGT3.62/20 accommodate drywall installation after framing?

Yes. The top-flange design of the DGT3.62/20 provides space for two layers of 5/8-in. gypsum board (drywall) to be slipped into place after the framing is complete, streamlining the construction sequence without compromising the fire-rated assembly.

Downloads and Resources

• Two-hour Fire-Resistant rating Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01
• Specifications

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