The Simpson Heavy Face-Mount Joist Hanger HU3.25/16 is a heavy-duty galvanized structural connector designed for high-load framing connections where standard hangers are not sufficient. Built by Simpson for professional structural applications, this face-mount hanger delivers reliable load transfer for large-dimension joists, beams, and headers, making it a dependable choice for demanding residential and commercial framing projects.

Key Features

• 14-gauge steel construction - provides the structural rigidity needed for heavy framing connections, giving builders confidence in high-load applications
• Face-mount design - attaches directly to the face of a header or beam, simplifying placement and reducing installation time on the job site
• G90 zinc galvanized coating - offers corrosion resistance well-suited for treated lumber and moisture-exposed environments, helping the connector hold up over the long term
• Accommodates large-dimension lumber - sized to handle engineered and dimensional lumber members that exceed the capacity of standard joist hangers, keeping heavy framing work on schedule
• Made in the United States - domestic production supports consistent quality standards that professional contractors rely on for structural hardware

Why This Product

• Purpose-built for heavy structural loads - the combination of 14-gauge steel and a face-mount configuration makes this hanger a practical solution when a project calls for elevated strength and safety factors beyond what lighter-gauge connectors can provide
• Corrosion protection where it counts - the G90 zinc galvanized finish addresses one of the most common concerns in structural framing: long-term performance in environments where moisture or treated lumber chemicals could degrade lesser coatings
• Flexible for complex framing layouts - configurable options including skewable seat and seat slope configurations up to 45 deg. mean this hanger can adapt to angled or skewed framing conditions without requiring custom fabrication
• Trusted Simpson engineering for critical connections - when structural framing connections require additional strength and approved corrosion-resistant hardware, the HU3.25/16 meets those specifications with a design backed by one of the most recognized names in structural connectors

Specifications

• Model Number: HU3.25/16
• Gauge: 14
• Width (W): 31/4 in.
• Height (H): 13 13/16 in.
• Coating / Material: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Mount Type: Face-Mount
• Seat Depth: 2-1/2 in.
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Structural framing connections requiring additional strength and safety factors
• Face-mounting of large-dimension joists, beams, and headers
• Installations utilizing angled or skewed framing configurations (select models)
• Projects specifying G90 galvanized hardware for corrosion-resistant performance

Configurable Options

Configurable options are available for this product, including models with a skewable seat and seat slope configurations up to 45 degrees. For details on configurable options, please Contact us.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What size lumber does the HU3.25/16 accommodate?

The HU3.25/16 is designed with a 31/4 in. width and a 13 13/16 in. height, allowing it to accommodate larger engineered and dimensional lumber members where standard hangers fall short.

What gauge steel is the HU3.25/16 made from, and what corrosion protection does it have?

The HU3.25/16 is constructed from 14-gauge steel and finished with a G90 zinc galvanized coating, which provides corrosion resistance suitable for treated lumber and moisture-exposed environments.

How is the HU3.25/16 installed?

The HU3.25/16 uses a face-mount design, meaning it installs directly to the face of the header or beam for straightforward placement in structural framing applications.

Can the HU3.25/16 be used for angled framing applications?

Select configurations of the HU3.25/16 support a skewable seat and a seat slope of up to 45 degrees, making it suitable for certain angled framing conditions.