The Simpson HU3.25/16.5TF Top-Flange Face Mount Hanger is a heavy-duty hybrid joist hanger engineered to combine the structural advantages of both face-mount and top-mount hanger designs. Built for demanding construction applications, this innovative connector features a top-flange configuration paired with face-nailing capability, allowing the hanger to be securely attached to the carrying member for a dependable, rigid connection. Manufactured in the United States to strict quality standards, this hanger delivers the installation flexibility and load-bearing performance that structural framing projects demand.

Key Features

• Hybrid Design: Incorporates the advantages of both face-mount and top-mount hangers in a single connector
• Top-Flange Construction: Top-flange configuration provides a clean, flush installation at the top of the carrying member
• Face-Nailing Capability: Allows the hanger to be securely attached directly to the carrying member via face-nailing
• Heavy-Duty Gauge: Constructed from 12-gauge steel for superior strength and rigidity in structural applications
• Concealed Flange Option: Available with one "A" flange concealed for cleaner aesthetic and installation flexibility
• Zinc Galvanized Finish: G90 zinc galvanized coating provides corrosion resistance for long-term durability
• Made in the USA: Manufactured domestically to consistent quality and dimensional standards

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): HU3.25/16.5TF
• Brand: Simpson
• Joist Size: 3-1/8 x 16-1/2 in.
• Gauge (Ga.): 12
• W (Width): 3-1/4 in.
• H (Height): 16-1/2 in.
• B: 2-1/2 in.
• TF (Top Flange): 2-1/2 in.
• Coating / Material: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Structural framing connections requiring a hybrid face-mount and top-mount hanger solution
• Heavy-duty joist and beam connections in residential and commercial construction
• Applications where top-flange installation is required for flush or concealed header connections
• Framing assemblies where face-nailing to the carrying member is preferred or required
• Installations requiring one "A" flange to be concealed for aesthetic or structural purposes

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

Options

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the HU3.25/16.5TF different from a standard face-mount joist hanger?

The HU3.25/16.5TF is a hybrid connector that combines the benefits of both face-mount and top-mount hanger designs in a single unit. It features a top-flange configuration that sits flush at the top of the carrying member while also allowing face-nailing directly to the carrying member, providing a more rigid and dependable connection than a standard face-mount hanger alone.

What joist size is this hanger designed to support?

This hanger is sized for a 3-1/8 x 16-1/2 joist, making it suitable for structural framing applications that use lumber or engineered wood members of those dimensions.

What gauge steel is used, and does the hanger have any corrosion protection?

The HU3.25/16.5TF is constructed from 12-gauge steel for heavy-duty strength and rigidity. It features a G90 zinc galvanized coating, which provides corrosion resistance for long-term durability in structural framing environments.

Is there any flexibility in how the flanges are configured during installation?

Yes. The hanger is available with one "A" flange concealed, which offers greater installation flexibility and a cleaner aesthetic where an exposed flange may be undesirable or impractical for a given framing application.