The Simpson Strong-Tie S/LBV4.18/12 is a high-capacity, top-flange joist hanger engineered for cold-formed steel framing applications where strength, precision, and code compliance are non-negotiable. Designed to support (2) 2 in. width x 12 in. height cold-formed steel joists, this hanger attaches to structural steel or cold-formed steel beams using screws, powder-actuated fasteners, or welds, giving installers flexibility across a wide range of CFS construction scenarios. Manufactured from 14-gauge (68 mil) steel with a G90 zinc galvanized finish, the S/LBV4.18/12 is built to handle demanding structural loads while resisting corrosion over the long term. Simpson Strong-Tie's precision forming and rigorous quality control make this hanger a trusted solution for CFS projects of any scale.

Key Features

• High-capacity, top-flange hanger with precision forming and quality control - delivers consistent dimensional accuracy so installers can count on proper bearing area and a secure, repeatable connection on every job.
• Compatible with screws, powder-actuated fasteners, or welds - attaches to cold-formed steel members or structural steel beams, giving contractors installation flexibility without requiring specialized hardware for every situation.
• Load-rated, tested, and code listed - provides verified structural performance and meets code requirements, reducing project approval risk and giving engineers and inspectors the documentation they need.
• Made from 14-gauge (68 mil) steel - heavy-gauge construction supports high loads in demanding cold-formed steel joist applications where lighter connectors would fall short.
• G90 zinc galvanized finish - provides corrosion resistance suited to the moisture and environmental exposure common in light-gauge steel construction environments.
• Engineered specifically for (2) 2 in. x 12 in. cold-formed steel joists - purpose-built sizing ensures a proper fit without field modification, protecting structural integrity and saving installation time.

Why This Product

• Built for the specific demands of cold-formed steel construction - the S/LBV4.18/12 is purpose-designed for CFS framing applications, with a top-flange configuration and precision-formed geometry that ensures proper bearing and connection integrity where standard wood framing hangers simply do not apply.
• Versatile attachment options reduce jobsite complexity - the ability to fasten to cold-formed steel with screws or to structural steel with powder-actuated fasteners or welds means this hanger adapts to the beam type on hand, eliminating the need to source different connectors for different substrate conditions.
• Code-listed and load-rated for project confidence - backed by testing and code listing, this hanger supports the documentation requirements that engineers, inspectors, and general contractors rely on to keep commercial and residential CFS projects moving forward without delays.
• G90 galvanized 14-gauge steel for lasting performance - the combination of heavy-gauge thickness and a G90 corrosion-resistant finish means this connector is built to maintain its structural integrity over the life of the installation, not just at the time of inspection.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): S/LBV4.18/12
• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Series: S/LBV
• Member Size: (2) 2 x 12
• Width: 4-3/16 in.
• Height: 12 in.
• Joist Width: 4-3/16 in.
• Joist Height: 12 in.
• Gauge: 14 ga.
• Thickness: 68 mil