The Simpson BA7.12/9.5 is a top-flange joist hanger built for double 3-1/2 in. x 9-1/2 in. engineered wood and solid sawn lumber framing. Part of Simpson's BA series, this cost-effective hanger is designed to carry medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products, making it a practical choice across a wide range of structural framing applications. Its min./max. nailing options give engineers and contractors the design flexibility to match load capacity precisely to project requirements.

Key Features

• Two-level embossment at the top flange - provides increased stiffness, giving the hanger greater structural rigidity without added material weight
• Full-height joist flange design - captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminate the need for web stiffeners, saving installation time and reducing material costs
• Min./max. nailing options - minimum nailing targets moderate load demands, whereas maximum nailing allows higher loads, letting you dial in the right capacity for each application
• 12-gauge steel construction - delivers the structural strength needed for medium to higher load framing connections in both engineered wood and solid sawn lumber assemblies
• G90 zinc galvanized coating - provides extra corrosion resistance, extending the service life of the hanger in demanding jobsite and long-term structural environments
• Available for sloped and/or skewed member configurations - accommodates non-standard framing angles, adding versatility to complex structural designs

Why This Product

• Cost-effective performance across two framing types - the BA series design handles medium loads with solid sawn lumber and steps up to higher load capacity with engineered wood products, so one hanger model covers more of your framing needs
• Built-in rotation control without extra hardware - the full-height joist flange captures the joist's top chord to resist rotation and eliminate web stiffeners, reducing both labor and material on every connection
• Flexible nailing schedules for adaptable load design - min./max. nailing options let structural designers and installers adjust load ratings on-site without switching to a different hanger, supporting efficient and code-conscious framing
• Heavy-gauge, corrosion-resistant construction for lasting reliability - 12-gauge steel paired with a G90 galvanized finish means this top-flange hanger is built to hold up through installation and over the life of the structure

Specifications

• Model Number (MPN): BA7.12/9.5
• Member Size: Double 3-1/2 in. x 9-1/2 in.
• Steel Gauge: 12
• W (in.): 7-1/8
• H (in.): 9-1/2
• B (in.): 3
• TF (in.): 2-1/2
• Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: Canada

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 targets moderate load demands; maximum nailing allows higher loads. Design versatility is built in through the min./max. nailing options.

Approved Applications

• Engineered wood product (EWP) framing requiring top-flange hanger support
• Solid sawn lumber framing at medium load levels
• Applications where joist rotation resistance is critical
• Framing assemblies where web stiffeners need to be eliminated for efficiency
• Standard, sloped, and/or skewed member configurations (sloped/skewed via modification)

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 member size is the BA7.12/9.5 designed to support?

The BA7.12/9.5 is designed specifically for a double 3-1/2 in. x 9-1/2 in. member, compatible with both engineered wood products and solid sawn lumber applications.

What nails should be used to install the BA7.12/9.5?

Install the BA7.12/9.5 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 hanger offers min./max. nailing options, where minimum nailing targets moderate load demands and maximum nailing allows for higher loads.

Does the BA7.12/9.5 require web stiffeners?

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

What material and coating is used on the BA7.12/9.5?

The BA7.12/9.5 is made from 12-gauge steel and features a G90 zinc galvanized coating, which provides extra corrosion resistance for long-term durability in structural applications.