The Simpson 5-1/2 X 18 Masonry Hanger is a heavy-duty top-flange connector engineered by Simpson for reliable structural connections in masonry and concrete framing applications. Built from 10-gauge steel with a G90 galvanized finish, this single-piece, non-welded hanger is designed to accommodate solid sawn lumber, truss assemblies, and engineered wood products, making it a dependable choice for contractors and builders working across a broad range of structural framing conditions.

Key Features

• Single-piece, non-welded construction - eliminates weld inconsistencies and delivers uniform structural integrity across every installation
• Compatible with solid sawn lumber, truss assemblies, and engineered wood products - gives builders flexibility to use one connector across multiple framing systems without sourcing separate hardware
• G90 galvanized finish - provides durable corrosion resistance suited to the demanding conditions common in masonry and concrete construction environments
• 10-gauge steel construction - delivers the robust load-bearing strength required for heavy-duty structural connections in concrete and masonry applications
• Seat can be skewed at 45 deg. only - allows the hanger to adapt to angled framing conditions, reducing the need for custom fabrication on non-square installations

Why This Product

• Engineered versatility across framing types - supporting solid sawn lumber, truss assemblies, and engineered wood products within a single connector design means fewer SKUs to manage and greater adaptability on complex job sites
• Built for masonry and concrete construction - purpose-designed as a top-flange masonry hanger, this connector addresses the specific anchoring demands of concrete and masonry substrates that standard hangers are not intended to handle
• Domestic quality you can count on - manufactured in the United States and produced under the quality standards Simpson is recognized for, this hanger brings consistent performance to structural framing connections
• Skew flexibility without custom ordering - the 45 deg. skew capability built into the seat design, with dedicated left and right skew models available, means angled framing conditions can be addressed using a stock connector rather than a one-off fabrication

Specifications

• Model No.: MBHA5.50/18
• Width (W): 5-1/2 in.
• Height (H): 18 in.
• CL: 2-3/4 in.
• Material: 10 gauge steel
• Finish: Galvanized (G90)
• Country of Origin: United States

Options

• Seat can be skewed at 45 deg. only.
• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
• The maximum allowable download is 3,495 lb. and 1,585 lb. uplift for height 7 1/4". For all other models, use the table listed download and uplift of 2,390 lb. Order MBHAR for skew right and MBHAL for skew left.