Product Features
Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie HU46SS is a heavy-duty, stainless-steel face-mount joist hanger engineered for structures requiring additional strength and safety factors. Designed for nominal 4x6 lumber, this HU-series hanger is manufactured from 14-gauge stainless steel, delivering superior corrosion resistance that makes it the ideal choice for exterior applications and connections involving pressure-treated wood. Simpson Strong-Tie connectors are engineered, tested, and manufactured to the highest quality standards - trusted by engineers and contractors alike to make projects stronger, safer, and easier to build while meeting demanding building code requirements.
Key Features
- Heavy-duty face-mount design engineered for structures requiring additional strength and safety factors
- Extra optional triangle holes allow for additional load capacity when needed
- Tested, load rated, and code compliant - HU-series hangers meet rigorous performance standards
- Nominal joist size: 4x6
- Seat width: 3-9/16 inches
- 14-gauge stainless steel construction for heavy-duty performance and longevity
- Stainless steel finish provides extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
- Made in the United States to Simpson Strong-Tie's highest quality standards
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): HU46SS
- Series: HU (Heavy-Duty Face-Mount Joist Hanger)
- Nominal Member Size: 4x6
- Seat Width: 3-9/16 in.
- Steel Gauge: 14-gauge
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Finish / Coating: Stainless Steel
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
The HU46SS is designed for use in applications where heavy-duty joist connections and enhanced safety factors are required, including:
- Exterior deck and porch framing where corrosion resistance is critical
- Connections involving pressure-treated, fire-retardant-treated, or other treated lumber
- Structural framing projects subject to building code compliance requirements
- Residential and commercial structures requiring additional load capacity beyond standard joist hangers
Installation Fastener Requirements
Install with (8 - 12) 0.162-in. x 3-1/2-in. stainless-steel ring-shank nails in the header and (4 - 6) 0.148-in. x 3-in. stainless-steel ring-shank nails in the joist.
Note: Fasteners are not included. Use only the specified stainless-steel fasteners to maintain code compliance and achieve rated load values.
Options
- Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
Frequently Asked Questions
- What size lumber is the HU46SS designed to fit?
- The HU46SS is designed for nominal 4x6 lumber. It features a seat width of 3-9/16 inches to accommodate this member size.
- Why should I choose the stainless-steel version over a standard joist hanger?
- The stainless-steel construction of the HU46SS provides extra corrosion resistance compared to standard galvanized hangers, making it the preferred choice for exterior applications and connections involving pressure-treated wood, where standard finishes may be more susceptible to corrosion over time.
- What fasteners are required to install the HU46SS?
- Installation requires 8-12 stainless-steel ring-shank nails measuring 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. for the header, and 4-6 stainless-steel ring-shank nails measuring 0.148 in. x 3 in. for the joist.
- Is the HU46SS code compliant, and can it handle additional load if needed?
- Yes. HU-series hangers are tested, load rated, and code compliant, meeting rigorous performance standards. The HU46SS also features extra optional triangle holes that allow for additional load capacity when a project requires it.
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