The Simpson Welded Top-Flange Joist Hanger WP5.50/20 is a 5-1/4 in. wide, 20-gauge hanger engineered by Simpson to provide reliable joist support on purlins and beams across a broad range of structural framing applications. Its welded top-flange design accommodates wood-to-wood, wood-to-steel, and cold-formed steel connections, while its adjustability for skewed and sloped installations makes it a practical solution for complex framing conditions where a standard fixed hanger would fall short.

Key Features

• Top-flange welded construction - delivers a secure, rigid connection point at the top of the supporting member, reducing movement and improving overall structural integrity at the joist-to-beam interface.
• Compatible with wood-to-wood, wood-to-steel, and cold-formed steel framing - gives contractors the flexibility to use a single hanger type across multiple structural systems without sourcing separate hardware for each application.
• Skew capability up to 84 deg. - allows the hanger to accommodate sharply angled framing layouts, eliminating the need for custom fabrication in most non-perpendicular joist configurations.
• Slope capability up to 45 deg. - supports pitched roof and floor framing without requiring additional hardware, saving time and labor on sloped installations.
• 12-gauge stirrup material at 97 mil thickness - provides the structural strength needed for demanding load-bearing applications while keeping the hanger profile manageable for tight framing bays.
• Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint finish - provides a durable protective coating suited for interior and covered framing environments, with hot-dip galvanized finishes available as a custom option for more demanding conditions.

Why This Product

• Exceptional angular range in a single hanger - with skew adjustment to 84 deg. and slope adjustment to 45 deg., this hanger handles framing geometries that would require multiple specialized products from other lines, reducing the number of SKUs a contractor needs to carry on site.
• Versatile connection compatibility - approved for wood-to-wood, wood-to-steel, and cold-formed steel applications, this hanger adapts to mixed-material framing systems without compromising the integrity of the structural connection.
• Trusted Simpson engineering - designed and produced by Simpson, a widely recognized name in structural connectors, this hanger reflects the manufacturer's commitment to performance and consistency across its product line.
• Domestic production - built in the United States, offering contractors and builders confidence in consistent manufacturing standards and supply chain reliability.

Specifications

• Model Number: WP5.50/20
• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Description: 5-1/4x20 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 made order
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Wood-to-wood structural connections
• Wood-to-steel structural connections
• Cold-formed steel framing applications
• Joist support on purlins or beams
• Skewed framing up to 84 deg.
• Sloped installations up to 45 deg.

Options

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

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