Product Description
The Simpson HUC412Z HUC ZMAX Galvanized Face-Mount Concealed-Flange Joist Hanger is a heavy-duty connector engineered by Simpson for structures requiring additional strength and safety factors. Its concealed header flanges keep hardware out of sight in exposed framing conditions, delivering cleaner visible lines where aesthetics matter as much as performance. Built from 14-gauge steel with ZMAX galvanization, this face-mount hanger is well-suited for connecting 4x12 wood joists to wood, masonry, or concrete headers in exterior and treated-wood applications where enhanced corrosion resistance is essential.
Key Features
- Concealed header flanges - keep hardware hidden in exposed framing conditions, producing cleaner, more finished visible lines without sacrificing structural integrity
- ZMAX galvanized coating - provides extra corrosion resistance compared to standard galvanization, making this hanger reliable in exterior environments and wherever treated wood is used
- 14-gauge steel construction - delivers the heavy-duty strength needed for structures where additional load capacity and safety factors are required
- Extra optional triangle holes - allow additional fasteners to be added when greater load capacity is needed, giving installers flexibility to meet demanding structural requirements
- Compatible with wood, masonry, and concrete headers - broadens the range of jobsite conditions where this single hanger can be put to work
- Tested, load rated, and code compliant - HUC-series hangers meet established standards, giving builders and inspectors confidence in every installation
Why This Product
- Built for demanding structural applications - designed specifically for structures requiring additional strength and safety factors, this heavy-duty joist hanger goes beyond what standard connectors are rated to handle
- Cleaner results in exposed framing - the concealed-flange design hides the header connection from view, making it the right choice for open-ceiling or architecturally exposed conditions where visible hardware is undesirable
- Superior protection against corrosion - ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance, keeping the hanger performing reliably over time in exterior settings and alongside pressure-treated lumber
- Versatile installation compatibility - installs wood joists to wood, masonry, and concrete headers, reducing the need for different connectors across mixed-material framing situations
Specifications
- MPN: HUC412Z
- Member Size: 4x12
- Height: 10-3/8 in.
- Width: 3-9/16 in.
- Seat Depth: 2-1/2 in.
- Gauge: 14
- Coating / Finish: ZMAX
- Install With: Install with 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header and 0.148 in. x 3 in. nails in the joist (sold separately)
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Installing wood joists to wood headers
- Installing wood joists to masonry
- Installing wood joists to concrete
- Exposed framing conditions where concealed flanges provide cleaner visible lines
- Exterior and treated-wood applications requiring enhanced corrosion resistance
Options
- Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
Frequently Asked Questions
- What joist size is the HUC412Z designed to support?
- The HUC412Z is designed for a nominal joist size of 4x12, with a seat width of 3-9/16 in. to properly cradle and support the member.
- What makes the ZMAX coating different from standard galvanization?
- ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance compared to standard galvanized coatings, making it particularly suitable for exterior applications and use with treated wood where exposure to moisture and chemicals is a concern.
- What nails should be used to install the HUC412Z?
- Install with 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header and 0.148 in. x 3 in. nails in the joist for proper load-rated performance.
- What are the optional triangle holes on the HUC412Z used for?
- The extra optional triangle holes allow for additional fasteners to be added when greater load capacity is needed, providing flexibility to meet higher structural load requirements on a given project.
Note: Product dimensions and/or nail holes may differ from picture. Please see item description and Spec Sheet for specifications.
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