The Simpson Double 2-5/16x16 Welded Top-Flange Joist Hanger from Simpson is a heavy-duty welded connector engineered to support joists on purlins or beams across a broad range of structural framing applications. Built with a 97 mil (12 ga.) steel stirrup and finished in Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint, this top-flange hanger is equally at home in wood-to-wood, wood-to-steel, and cold-formed steel assemblies, making it a dependable choice for contractors and builders who need consistent, code-appropriate performance in both standard and complex framing configurations.

Key Features

• Welded top-flange design - seats securely over the supporting member for reliable load transfer without requiring elaborate installation steps, helping reduce labor time on the job site
• 97 mil (12 ga.) steel stirrup construction - delivers the structural strength needed to handle demanding download loads in residential and commercial framing projects
• Skew capability up to 84 deg. - allows the hanger to accommodate sharply angled framing layouts, giving builders flexibility when working with non-orthogonal structural configurations
• Slope accommodation up to 45 deg. - supports pitched or raked joist assemblies without requiring custom fabrication, simplifying work on sloped roofs and similar applications
• Compatible with wood-to-wood, wood-to-steel, and cold-formed steel connections - a single hanger model covers multiple framing scenarios, reducing the need to stock several different connector types
• Economical installed cost with minimal fastener requirements - achieves maximum download capacity with a small number of nails or screws, keeping both material and installation costs in check

Why This Product

• Genuine versatility across connection types - because this hanger is approved for wood-to-wood, wood-to-steel, and cold-formed steel framing, it adapts to the materials already in use on a project rather than forcing a change in approach
• Exceptional angular range - the combination of up to 84 deg. of skew and up to 45 deg. of slope in a single connector makes it practical for complex roof structures, angled additions, and other non-standard framing situations that would otherwise require special solutions
• Heavy-gauge steel for demanding structural work - the 97 mil (12 ga.) stirrup provides robust load-carrying capability suited to applications where a lighter-gauge connector would not be appropriate
• Domestic manufacturing quality - produced in the United States under Simpson's established manufacturing standards and finished with Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint, with hot-dip galvanized versions available for projects requiring enhanced corrosion resistance

Specifications

• Model Number: WP3516-2
• Description: Double 2-5/16x16 Welded Top-Flange Joist Hanger
• Material - Stirrup: 97 mil (12 ga.)
• Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint; some models available hot-dip galvanized as a custom order
• Maximum Skew: Up to 84 deg.
• Maximum Slope: Up to 45 deg.
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Wood-to-wood framing connections
• Wood-to-steel framing connections
• Cold-formed steel framing applications
• Joist support on purlins or beams
• Skewed and/or sloped framing assemblies

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
• Refer to for ease of ordering a Custom WP Hanger

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of connections is the WP3516-2 designed to support?

The WP3516-2 is designed to support joists on purlins or beams and may be used for wood-to-wood, wood-to-steel, or cold-formed steel framing connections, making it highly versatile across multiple construction scenarios.

How much can the WP3516-2 be skewed or sloped during installation?

This top-flange hanger can be skewed up to 84 deg. and sloped to a maximum of 45 deg., providing exceptional flexibility for angled or non-standard framing configurations.

What gauge material is used in the stirrup construction of the WP3516-2?

The stirrup is constructed from 97 mil (12 ga.) steel, delivering strong, reliable performance suited to demanding structural applications.

Is a galvanized finish available for the WP3516-2?

The standard finish is Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint. However, select models are available with a hot-dip galvanized finish as a custom order option for environments requiring enhanced corrosion resistance.

Note: Product dimensions may differ from picture. Please see the item description above for specifications.