The Simpson BA3.56/14 BA Top-Flange Joist Hanger by Simpson is built for both engineered wood and solid sawn lumber framing applications, delivering reliable structural connection where it counts. Designed to carry medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products, this top-flange hanger supports minimum nailing with positive-angle nailing (PAN) for moderate load conditions and maximum nailing configurations to handle higher load demands - giving contractors and builders a single, versatile connector suited to a wide range of residential and commercial framing projects.

Key Features

• Cost-effective one-piece design - eliminates the added expense and complexity of welded hangers, saving time during installation without sacrificing structural integrity
• Full-height joist flange - captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and removes the need for web stiffeners, simplifying the framing process and reducing additional hardware costs
• Positive-angle nailing (PAN) support - allows minimum nailing for moderate load conditions or maximum nailing for higher loads, giving installers flexibility to meet specific structural requirements
• Compatible with sloped and skewed framing configurations - available for modified applications to accommodate angled members, making it adaptable to complex framing layouts
• 14-gauge steel construction - provides the structural strength needed to handle the demands of engineered lumber and solid sawn beam applications in load-bearing assemblies
• Zinc Galvanized (G90) finish - delivers extra corrosion resistance for long-lasting performance in environments where moisture exposure is a concern

Why This Product

• One connector, two lumber types - the BA3.56/14 handles both engineered wood products and solid sawn lumber, so builders working with mixed framing materials do not need separate hangers for each application
• Rotation prevention built in - the full-height joist flange locks the top chord in place and eliminates the need for web stiffeners, reducing installed components and keeping the framing assembly clean and code-ready
• Scalable load capacity through nailing - the ability to shift between minimum and maximum nailing patterns means the same hanger can be configured for different structural load demands without switching to a different product
• Durable finish for lasting performance - the G90 galvanized coating protects the 14-gauge steel against corrosion, supporting long-term structural reliability in framing applications exposed to moisture or humidity

Specifications

• Model Number: BA3.56/14
• Member Size: 3-1/2 in. x 14 in.
• Gauge: 14
• W (in.): 3 9/16
• H (in.): 14
• B (in.): 3
• TF (in.): 2-1/2
• Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• 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
• Country of Origin: United States

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 BA3.56/14 compatible with?

The BA3.56/14 is designed for both engineered wood and solid sawn lumber applications. It carries medium loads with solid sawn lumber and supports higher loads when used with engineered wood products.

What gauge steel is used in the BA3.56/14, and how is it protected against corrosion?

The BA3.56/14 is made from 14-gauge steel and features a Zinc Galvanized (G90) coating, which provides extra corrosion resistance for long-lasting performance.

What fasteners are recommended for installing the BA3.56/14?

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 for proper installation.

Does the BA3.56/14 require web stiffeners during installation?

No. The full-height joist flange captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation, which eliminates the need for web stiffeners during installation.

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