Product Description
The Simpson DGT Top-Flange Fire Wall Hanger for 2 in. x 16 in. Engineered Wood by Simpson is a patent-pending, load-tested fire wall hanger built for multifamily and multilevel Type III residential construction. As the first fire wall hanger designed for power nailer installation, it keeps framing crews moving efficiently before drywall is hung. The top-flange design leaves dedicated space for two layers of 5/8 in. gypsum board to be slipped into place after framing is complete, and the hanger carries a two-hour fire-resistant rating tested to ASTM E814 for use on both sides of the wall - making it a reliable, code-compliant solution for fire-rated framing assemblies.
Key Features
- Load 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 a power nailer or hand-nail without sacrificing code compliance.
- Two-hour fire rating applies to 2x4 or thicker walls - meets fire-resistant assembly requirements for a broad range of residential fire wall configurations.
- Innovative top-flange design for back-to-back installation on 2x6 (min.) walls - streamlines pairing on shared fire walls, reducing layout time and hardware conflicts.
- Space for two layers of 5/8 in. drywall after framing - allows framing to be completed first and drywall slipped in later, keeping trades on schedule without rework.
- Two-hour Fire-Resistant rating - Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01 - provides a documented, third-party-verified fire rating that simplifies plan review and inspection approvals.
- Made from 12-gauge steel - delivers the structural rigidity required for load-tested fire wall hanger applications.
- Zinc Galvanized G90 finish - provides corrosion resistance suited to protected interior framing environments.
Why This Product
- The first fire wall hanger compatible with power nailer installation - eliminates the hand-nailing bottleneck common on fire wall assemblies, helping crews complete framing faster and keep construction timelines on track.
- Engineered specifically for fire-rated framing assemblies - with a verified two-hour fire-resistant rating tested to ASTM E814 and listed under Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01, this hanger is purpose-built for the compliance demands of multifamily and multilevel Type III residential projects.
- Post-frame drywall installation built into the design - the top-flange configuration holds space for two layers of 5/8 in. gypsum board, so trades can sequence framing and drywall independently without cutting into margins or schedules.
- Made in the United States and backed by expert technical support - offers the reliability of domestic manufacturing combined with Simpson's technical resources, reducing risk on projects where fire wall compliance is non-negotiable.
Specifications
- MPN: DGT2.1/16
- Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Member Size: 2 to 2-1/16 in. x 16 in.
- Seat Width: 2-1/8 in.
- Height: 15-15/16 in.
- Gauge: 12
- Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Country of Origin: United States
- Fire Rating: Two-hour fire-resistant rating - Intertek Design No. SST/WPCF 120-01
- Test Standard: ASTM E814
- 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)
Approved Applications
- Multifamily and multilevel Type III residential construction fire walls
- Back-to-back installation on 2x6 minimum walls
- Two-hour fire-rated assemblies on 2x4 or thicker walls
- Fire wall framing requiring post-frame drywall installation with two layers of 5/8-in. gypsum board
- Power nailer or hand-nail installation applications requiring code-listed fastener solutions
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 makes the DGT2.1/16 different from standard joist hangers?
The DGT2.1/16 is specifically engineered as a fire wall hanger, carrying a two-hour fire-resistant rating tested to ASTM E814 for use on both sides of the wall. Its innovative top-flange design is the first of its kind to support power nailer installation, and it provides dedicated space for two layers of 5/8-in. gypsum board to be slipped in after framing - a feature not found on standard joist hangers.
What nail sizes are approved for installing the DGT2.1/16?
The DGT2.1/16 is loads tested and code listed for both 1-1/2 in. and 2-1/2 in. power-driven or hand-installed nails measuring 0.148 in. in diameter. The specific fastener schedule is: (6) nails in the top, (2) or (4) nails in the face depending on nail length, and (6) nails in the joist.
What is the minimum wall thickness required for the two-hour fire rating?
The two-hour fire rating applies to 2x4 or thicker walls. For back-to-back installation using the top-flange design, a 2x6 minimum wall is required.
What material and corrosion protection does the DGT2.1/16 have?
The DGT2.1/16 is made from 12-gauge steel with a Zinc Galvanized G90 coating, providing reliable corrosion resistance for demanding construction environments.
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