The Simpson BA212-2 Top-Flange Joist Hanger for Double 2x12 is a heavy-gauge structural connector from Simpson built to handle the demands of both solid sawn lumber and engineered wood product framing. Engineered as part of the Simpson BA series, this one-piece top-flange hanger delivers medium load capacity with solid sawn lumber and higher load capacity with engineered wood products, making it a versatile fit for a wide range of framing connections. Positive-angle nailing (PAN) supports moderate load conditions at minimum nailing, while maximum nailing unlocks the hanger's full higher-load potential - giving installers a single connector that adapts to varying structural requirements.

Key Features

• Cost-effective one-piece design - eliminates the added expense and complexity of welded hangers, reducing both material and labor costs on the job site.
• Full-height joist flange - captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminates the need for web stiffeners, simplifying installation and reducing the number of additional components required.
• Flexible nailing options with positive-angle nailing (PAN) - minimum nailing targets moderate load conditions while maximum nailing supports higher loads, so one hanger addresses a broad range of structural demands.
• 12-gauge steel construction - provides the structural strength needed for medium to higher load applications in both residential and commercial framing.
• G90 zinc galvanized finish - delivers corrosion resistance that helps protect the connector's integrity in demanding installation environments.
• Available for sloped and/or skewed framing configurations - accommodates non-standard framing angles, giving builders flexibility when standard square connections are not possible.

Why This Product

• One hanger, two lumber types - the BA212-2 carries medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products, so structural teams are not locked into a single lumber type or forced to source multiple hangers for different framing scenarios.
• Rotation resistance built in - the full-height joist flange captures the top chord directly, eliminating joist rotation without requiring web stiffeners, which translates to faster installation and fewer supplemental parts on site.
• Engineered for load versatility through nailing - because load capacity scales with nailing pattern, a framer can use the same connector for both moderate and higher load conditions simply by adjusting nail count, reducing the need to stock multiple SKUs for similar joist sizes.
• Durable finish for long-term performance - the G90 zinc galvanized coating provides corrosion resistance suited to the environmental conditions common in structural framing applications, helping maintain connection integrity over the life of the structure.

Specifications

• Model Number: BA212-2
• Member / Joist Size: Double 2x12
• Steel Gauge: 12-gauge
• W (in.): 3-1/8
• H (in.): 11-1/8
• B (in.): 3
• TF (in.): 2-1/2
• Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Engineered wood product (EWP) framing connections requiring higher load capacity
• Solid sawn lumber framing requiring medium load capacity
• Top-flange joist hanger applications where joist rotation resistance is critical
• Applications where web stiffeners need to be eliminated for simplified installation
• Framing connections requiring positive-angle nailing (PAN) for moderate load conditions

Installation

Install with 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header and 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist. Minimum nailing with positive-angle nailing (PAN) targets moderate load conditions; maximum nailing supports higher loads.

• 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 BA212-2 designed to fit?

The BA212-2 is designed for a double 2x12 nominal joist size. It is a top-flange hanger that captures the full height of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminate the need for web stiffeners.

Can this hanger be used with engineered wood products as well as solid sawn lumber?

Yes. The BA212-2 is compatible with both solid sawn lumber and engineered wood products. It carries medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products, making it versatile across a range of framing applications.

What nails are required to install the BA212-2?

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

What material and coating is used on the BA212-2, and can it be ordered for angled installations?

The BA212-2 is made from 12-gauge steel with a Zinc Galvanized, G90 finish for corrosion resistance. It is available for special order to accommodate sloped and/or skewed members when standard straight installations are not suitable.