The Simpson Strong-Tie DGT Top-Flange Fire Wall Hanger for 3-1/2 in. x 24 in. Engineered Wood is a patent-pending, load-tested fire wall hanger engineered for multifamily, multilevel Type III residential construction. As the first fire wall hanger designed for installation with a power nailer, it delivers significant time savings before drywall hanging, helping keep construction projects on schedule. Its innovative top-flange design accommodates two layers of 5/8-in. gypsum board slipped into place after framing is complete. Tested to ASTM E814 standards, the DGT carries a two-hour fire rating and is approved for use on both sides of the wall. Made in the United States and backed by expert service and technical support, the DGT3.62/24 is a dependable solution for code-compliant fire wall assemblies.

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 24 in.
• Seat width: 3-5/8 in.
• Made from 12-gauge steel
• Galvanized (G90) for corrosion resistance

Specifications

• MPN: DGT3.62/24
• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Member Size: 3-1/2 in. x 24 in.
• Seat Width: 3-5/8 in.
• Height: 23-15/16 in.
• Gauge: 12
• Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Fire Rating: Two-hour fire rating (ASTM E814)
• Fire-Resistant Rating: Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01
• 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)
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Multifamily and multilevel Type III residential construction
• Fire wall assemblies requiring a two-hour fire rating on both sides of the wall
• Back-to-back hanger installation on 2x6 (minimum) walls
• Framing systems using engineered wood members sized 3-1/2 in. x 24 in.
• Assemblies with two layers of 5/8-in. gypsum board on fire-rated walls

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fire rating of the DGT3.62/24, and what wall thickness does it apply to?

The DGT3.62/24 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 a two-hour Fire-Resistant rating under Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01.

Can the DGT3.62/24 be installed with a power nailer?

Yes. The DGT3.62/24 is the first fire wall hanger designed to install with a power nailer. It is loads tested and code listed for 1-1/2 in. and 2-1/2 in. power-driven nails, as well as hand-installed nails, offering flexibility on the job site.

How does the top-flange design accommodate drywall installation?

The innovative top-flange design provides space for two layers of 5/8-in. gypsum board (drywall) to be slipped into place after the framing is complete. This allows the hanger to be fully installed before drywall is hung, streamlining the construction sequence.

What material and corrosion protection does the DGT3.62/24 feature?

The DGT3.62/24 is made from 12-gauge steel with a Zinc Galvanized, G90 coating for corrosion resistance, ensuring durability in the demanding conditions common to multifamily and multilevel residential construction projects.

Downloads and Resources

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

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