The Simpson BA210-2 is a top-flange joist hanger from Simpson built for double 2x10 solid sawn lumber and engineered wood product connections. Part of the Simpson BA hanger series, this one-piece 12-gauge steel hanger delivers medium load capacity with solid sawn lumber and higher load capacity with engineered wood products. Its flexible nailing configuration - minimum nailing with positive-angle nailing (PAN) for moderate load conditions, or maximum nailing for higher load demands - makes it a practical, adaptable choice for a wide range of framing applications.

Key Features

• One-piece construction - eliminates the cost and complexity of welded hangers, simplifying procurement and installation
• Full-height joist flange - captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminates the need for web stiffeners, reducing the number of installation steps and additional hardware
• Dual nailing configurations (PAN and maximum nailing) - lets you match the fastening pattern to the load condition, giving the same hanger versatility across moderate and higher load applications
• 12-gauge steel - provides the structural rigidity needed to support double 2x10 joist connections in both engineered wood and solid sawn lumber framing
• G90 zinc galvanized finish - offers corrosion resistance suitable for treated lumber and demanding installation environments
• Available for sloped and/or skewed configurations - accommodates non-standard framing angles where a standard hanger cannot be used

Why This Product

• One hanger, two load scenarios - the BA210-2 supports both medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products, so you are not sourcing separate hangers for different framing materials on the same job
• Faster installs without extra hardware - the full-height joist flange prevents joist rotation and removes the need for web stiffeners, cutting down on parts and labor at the connection point
• Built-in nailing flexibility for real job-site conditions - positive-angle nailing (PAN) support at minimum nailing keeps installation practical in tight spaces, while maximum nailing delivers the higher load performance engineered wood framing often demands
• Cost-effective relative to welded alternatives - the one-piece design delivers comparable structural performance without the added cost typically associated with welded joist hangers

Specifications

• Model Number: BA210-2
• Member / Joist Size: Double 2x10
• Steel Gauge: 12-gauge
• Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: United States

Installation

Install the BA210-2 using (16) 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header and (8) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist. Positive-angle nailing (PAN) is supported for minimum nailing configurations targeting moderate load conditions. Maximum nailing is used to achieve higher load capacities.

Approved Applications

• Double 2x10 solid sawn lumber joist connections at medium load conditions
• Double 2x10 engineered wood product (EWP) joist connections at higher load conditions
• Top-flange hanger installations where joist rotation resistance is required
• Applications where web stiffeners need to be eliminated for faster installation
• Sloped and/or skewed framing connections (available via special order configuration)

Options

• Other widths are available; specify W dimension (the minimum W dimension is 1 9/16").
  
• For modified hangers, fastener quantity listed in tables may need to increase depending on joist size, skew and slope. All modified hangers are 12 ga.
• Hangers may be modified for slopes and/or skews up to 45 deg.. The top flanges may be sloped as much as 35 deg. and may be open or closed up to 30 deg.. See Modifications and Associated Load Reductions under Specifications
• Contact us for Customizations and Special orders

Frequently Asked Questions

What joist size is the BA210-2 designed to support?

The BA210-2 is designed for a double 2x10 nominal joist size. It is a top-flange hanger that captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminate the need for web stiffeners.

Is the BA210-2 compatible with both engineered wood and solid sawn lumber?

Yes. The BA210-2 is compatible with both engineered wood products and solid sawn lumber. It carries medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads when used with engineered wood products.

What nails are required to install the BA210-2?

Installation requires (16) 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header and (8) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist. The hanger also supports minimum nailing with positive-angle nailing (PAN) for moderate load conditions, or maximum nailing for higher load demands.

What material and finish is the BA210-2 made from?

The BA210-2 is made from 12-gauge steel with a G90 zinc galvanized finish for corrosion resistance. It is a one-piece design, which makes it more cost-effective compared to welded hangers.