The Simpson MBHAL5.50/11.25 Masonry Hanger Skewed Left 5-1/2 x 11-1/4 is a top-flange concrete and masonry hanger built for structural framing connections that require a precise lateral offset. Engineered as a single-piece, non-welded connector with a fixed 45 deg. left skew, this hanger is designed to seat 5-1/2 in. wide by 11-1/4 in. tall members - including solid sawn lumber, truss assemblies, and engineered wood products - directly into concrete or masonry walls where standard straight hangers cannot perform the job.

Key Features

• Single-Piece, Non-Welded Construction - Formed from a single piece of 10-gauge steel with no weld points, giving installers consistent, reliable strength at every connection without the variability that welded assemblies can introduce.
• Fixed 45 deg. Left Skew - Pre-configured at a fixed 45 deg. left angle, this hanger eliminates guesswork and field modification, ensuring accurate lateral positioning every time it is installed in a skewed framing layout.
• Top-Flange Design for Concrete and Masonry - Seats directly over the top of a concrete or masonry wall, making it compatible with a wide range of structural framing applications where a flush top connection to the supporting structure is required.
• G90 Galvanized Finish - The G90 galvanized coating provides corrosion resistance suited to the demanding moisture exposure typical of masonry and concrete construction environments, helping the hanger maintain its structural integrity over time.
• Broad Member Compatibility - Accepts solid sawn lumber beams, truss assemblies, and engineered wood products measuring 5-1/2 in. wide by 11-1/4 in. tall, giving structural framers flexibility across common beam and joist configurations.
• Simpson Engineering and U.S. Origin - Produced by Simpson, a recognized name in structural connectors, and manufactured in the United States, supporting consistent quality standards for code-compliant framing connections.

Why This Product

• Purpose-Built for Skewed Masonry Connections - When a framing layout calls for a 45 deg. left lateral offset into a concrete or masonry wall, this hanger provides a direct, code-conscious solution without requiring field modification or custom fabrication.
• High Load Capacity for Demanding Structural Applications - With allowable download loads reaching up to 3,495 lb. and uplift capacity up to 1,585 lb. depending on member height, this connector is suited for heavy structural framing where load transfer to the masonry or concrete support must be reliable.
• Simplified Installation Through a Pre-Set Angle - Because the 45 deg. left skew is fixed at the factory, installers spend less time measuring and adjusting on site - reducing the chance of positioning errors and speeding up the structural connection process.
• Versatile Beam and Joist Hanger for Multiple Member Types - Compatibility with solid sawn lumber, engineered wood products, and truss assemblies means this single connector can serve multiple framing scenarios wherever a left-skewed top-flange seat is needed.

Specifications

• Model Number: MBHAL5.50/11.25
• Width (W): 5-1/2 in.
• Height (H): 11-1/4 in.
• Material Gauge: 10 gauge steel
• Finish: G90 Galvanized
• Skew Direction: Left (45 degrees)
• Construction: Single-piece, non-welded
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Concrete and masonry top-flange hanger connections
• Solid sawn lumber beam and joist installations
• Truss connections to masonry or concrete walls
• Engineered wood product (EWP) connections requiring a left-skewed seat
• Structural framing applications requiring a fixed 45-degree left lateral offset

Load Information

• Maximum allowable download: 3,495 lb. and uplift: 1,585 lb. for height 7-1/4 in.
• For all other models, use the table listed download and uplift of 2,390 lb.

Options

• Seat can be skewed at 45 deg. only.
• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
• The maximum allowable download is 3,495 lb. and 1,585 lb. uplift for height 7 1/4". For all other models, use the table listed download and uplift of 2,390 lb. Order MBHAR for skew right and MBHAL for skew left.