Product Description
The Simpson DGHT Top-Flange Fire Wall Hanger is a patent-pending, load-tested hanger engineered specifically for multifamily, multilevel Type III residential construction. Sized for 7 in. x 14 in. engineered wood members, it carries a two-hour fire-resistant rating tested to ASTM E814 and certified for use on both sides of the wall - making it a purpose-built solution for fire wall framing assemblies where code compliance and schedule pressure both matter. Its innovative top-flange design allows two layers of 5/8 in. gypsum board to be slipped into place after framing is complete, keeping drywall installation straightforward and on track.
Key Features
- Designed for power nailer installation - the first fire wall hanger built to accept a power nailer, so framing crews work faster and projects stay on schedule before drywall goes up
- Loads tested and code listed for 1 1/2 in. and 2 1/2 in. power-driven or hand-installed nails - gives installers flexibility to use the fastener length that fits their workflow without sacrificing code compliance
- Two-hour fire-resistant rating applies to 2x4 or thicker walls - certified under Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01, providing the documented fire resistance required for Type III residential fire wall assemblies
- Innovative top-flange design for back-to-back installation on 2x6 (min.) walls - simplifies pairing hangers on opposite sides of a fire wall without interference or additional blocking
- Space for two layers of 5/8 in. drywall after framing - the hanger is installed during framing, then gypsum board slides into place afterward, eliminating awkward sequencing on the job site
- Made from 10-gauge steel with Zinc Galvanized G90 finish - heavy-gauge construction delivers the structural capacity needed for large engineered lumber while the galvanized coating resists corrosion over the life of the assembly
Why This Product
- A fire wall hanger built around the way crews actually work - by being the first in its category designed for power nailer use, this hanger cuts installation time at a critical framing stage, helping keep multifamily and multilevel projects moving before drywall crews arrive
- Dual-side fire rating backed by independent certification - tested to ASTM E814 and rated for use on both sides of the wall under Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01, this hanger provides the verifiable, code-listed fire resistance that inspectors and building officials require on Type III residential construction
- Top-flange geometry that solves a real sequencing problem - the design intentionally leaves room for two layers of 5/8 in. gypsum board to be installed after framing is complete, so fire wall assemblies go together in the right order without rework or field modifications
- Engineered for large-format members in demanding applications - sized for 7 in. x 14 in. engineered wood and built from 10-gauge steel, this hanger is matched to the heavier structural members common in multilevel residential framing where both load capacity and fire separation are non-negotiable
Specifications
- MPN: DGHT7.12/14
- Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Member Size: 7 in. x 14 in.
- Seat Width: 7-1/8 in.
- Height: 13-15/16 in.
- Gauge: 10
- Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Fire Rating: Two-hour
- Fire Test Standard: ASTM E814
- Fire Rating Certification: Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01
- Installation Fasteners: Install with (6) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. OR 0.148 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails in the top; (2) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails OR (4) 0.148 in. x 2-1/2 in. nails in the face; and (6) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist (sold separately)
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Multifamily residential construction requiring fire-rated wall assemblies
- Multilevel Type III residential construction
- Fire wall framing assemblies where two-hour fire rating is required on both sides of the wall
- Back-to-back hanger installations on 2x6 (minimum) walls
- Framing applications using 7 in. x 14 in. engineered wood members
Options
- Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
Downloads and Resources
- Two-hour Fire-Resistant rating Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01
- Specifications
Note: Product dimensions may differ from picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fire rating of the Simpson DGHT7.12/14, and how was it tested?
The DGHT7.12/14 carries a two-hour fire-resistant rating. It has been tested according to ASTM E814 and is fire rated for use on both sides of the wall. The rating is certified under Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01.
Can this hanger be installed with a power nailer?
Yes. The DGHT is the first fire wall hanger specifically designed to install with a power nailer. It is loads tested and code listed for both 1-1/2 in. and 2-1/2 in. power-driven nails, as well as hand-installed nails, providing flexibility during installation.
Does the DGHT7.12/14 allow for drywall installation after framing is complete?
Yes. The top-flange design provides dedicated space for two layers of 5/8-in. gypsum board (drywall) to be slipped into place after the framing is complete, streamlining the construction sequence and helping keep projects on schedule.
What wall thickness is required for this hanger, and what steel gauge is it made from?
The two-hour fire rating applies to 2x4 or thicker walls, and the innovative top-flange design supports back-to-back installation on 2x6 (minimum) walls. The hanger is made from 10-gauge steel with a G90 zinc galvanized finish for corrosion resistance.
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