The Simpson BA316 Top-Flange Joist Hanger is a 12-gauge galvanized steel hanger built for reliable framing connections in both engineered wood and solid sawn lumber applications. Designed to carry medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products, this one-piece hanger supports nominal 3x16 joist members and uses positive-angle nailing (PAN) to accommodate moderate load conditions at minimum nailing, with maximum nailing capability to meet higher load demands. The G90 zinc galvanized finish delivers durable corrosion resistance, making this hanger well suited for residential and light commercial floor and roof framing systems where long-term performance matters.

Key Features

• Cost-effective one-piece design compared to welded hangers - eliminates the complexity and added cost of multi-piece assemblies while maintaining structural integrity
• Full-height joist flange captures the top chord of the joist - prevents joist rotation and eliminates the need for web stiffeners, reducing labor and material costs on the job
• Positive-angle nailing (PAN) with minimum and maximum nailing configurations - gives installers flexibility to target moderate load conditions or achieve higher load capacity as the project requires
• 12-gauge steel construction - provides the thickness and strength needed to handle medium-to-high load framing connections without oversizing the hardware
• G90 zinc galvanized finish - offers corrosion resistance appropriate for a wide range of framing environments, protecting the connection over the service life of the structure
• Available for special configurations to accommodate sloped and/or skewed members - adds versatility for non-standard framing conditions without requiring a completely different hanger series

Why This Product

• One hanger, two load scenarios - the BA316 handles both medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products, making it a practical choice when framing conditions or lumber types may vary across a project
• Rotation prevention without extra hardware - the full-height joist flange captures the top chord and holds the joist square, removing the need for web stiffeners and simplifying the installation process
• Engineered for efficient nailing - the positive-angle nailing design guides fasteners accurately into position, reducing the chance of misdriven nails and supporting consistent connections at both minimum and maximum nailing patterns
• Built and finished for durability - 12-gauge steel with a G90 zinc galvanized coating means this hanger resists corrosion and holds up under the demands of floor and roof framing systems over time

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BA316
• Series: BA Top-Flange Joist Hanger
• Nominal Joist (Member) Size: 3x16
• Width - W: 2-9/16 in.
• Height - H: 15-1/8 in.
• Base Width - B: 3 in.
• Top Flange - TF: 2-1/2 in.
• Gauge: 12-gauge steel
• Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: United States

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. The BA316's positive-angle nailing (PAN) design ensures efficient, accurate fastening for both minimum and maximum nailing configurations.

Approved Applications

• Engineered wood product (EWP) framing connections requiring higher load capacity
• Solid sawn lumber framing connections requiring medium load capacity
• Residential and light commercial floor and roof framing systems
• Applications requiring a top-flange hanger to connect 3x16 joist members to a header or beam
• Installations where preventing joist rotation without web stiffeners is critical

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 lumber types is the Simpson BA316 compatible with?

The BA316 is designed for use with both engineered wood products and solid sawn lumber. It delivers medium load capacity with solid sawn lumber and higher load capacity with engineered wood products.

What nails are required to install the BA316?

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.

Does the BA316 require web stiffeners?

No. The BA316 features a full-height joist fl