The Simpson Strong-Tie MBHU5.50/9.25SSKT is a stainless-steel, face-mounted masonry beam hanger engineered to connect beams directly to masonry or concrete walls. As a non-welded, one-piece connector, this hanger is compatible with solid sawn lumber, engineered wood beams, and trusses, offering versatility across a wide range of structural applications. Sized for a 5-1/2-in. x 9-1/4-in. member and fabricated from 10-gauge stainless steel, it delivers high and severe corrosion resistance - making it well suited for demanding environments where standard carbon steel would be inadequate. Installation hardware is included in the kit: Titen HD screw anchors and Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws ship with every hanger, so there is no need to source fasteners separately. Because the Titen HD anchor is installed after the wall is built, precise anchor placement is far easier to achieve compared to cast-in-place bolt methods.

Key Features

• Face-Mounted Connection: Provides a reliable, face-mounted solution for connecting beams to masonry or concrete walls.
• Non-Welded One-Piece Design: Eliminates weld points for consistent structural integrity throughout the connector.
• Stainless-Steel Construction: Offers high/severe corrosion resistance for use in corrosive environments where carbon steel is not appropriate.
• 10-Gauge Steel: Heavy-gauge material delivers robust load-carrying capability.
• Seat Width 5-1/2 in. / Seat Height 9-1/4 in.: Precisely sized to accommodate 5-1/2-in. x 9-1/4-in. beam members.
• Post-Wall Installation of Anchors: Titen HD anchors are installed after the wall is built, allowing accurate placement without relying on cast-in-place bolts.
• Hardware Included: Ships as a complete kit with Titen HD screw anchors and Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws - no separate fastener purchase required.
• Moisture Barrier Recommended: A moisture barrier between the beam and wall should be provided per jurisdictional requirements.
• Made in the United States: Domestically manufactured by Simpson Strong-Tie.

Specifications

• Model Number (MPN): MBHU5.50/9.25SSKT
• Seat Width: 5-1/2 in.
• Seat Height: 9-1/4 in.
• Member Size: 5-1/2 in. x 9-1/4 in.
• Gauge: 10
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Finish / Coating: Stainless Steel
• Corrosion Resistance: High / Severe
• Installation Fasteners: Install with Titen HD screw anchors and Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (included)
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Connecting solid sawn lumber beams to masonry walls
• Connecting engineered wood beams to masonry or concrete walls
• Connecting trusses to masonry or concrete walls
• Face-mounted beam-to-wall structural connections

Note: Carbon-steel Titen HD is not recommended for exposed exterior applications. Provide a moisture barrier between the beam and wall per jurisdictional requirements.

What's Included

• 1x MBHU5.50/9.25SSKT Stainless-Steel Masonry Beam Hanger
• 2x 3/4-in. x 5-in. Titen HD screw anchors

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of beams is this hanger compatible with?

The MBHU5.50/9.25SSKT is designed to accommodate solid sawn lumber, engineered wood beams, and trusses, making it suitable for a wide range of structural framing applications. The seat is sized specifically for a 5-1/2-in. x 9-1/4-in. member.

What fasteners are included with this hanger, and do I need to purchase them separately?

No separate fastener purchase is needed. Each kit includes (2) 3/4-in. x 5-in. Titen HD screw anchors and (12) 1/4-in. x 2-1/2-in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, so everything required for installation ships with the hanger.

Why is a stainless-steel version recommended over a standard carbon-steel hanger in some applications?

Stainless steel offers high and severe corrosion resistance, making this hanger appropriate for demanding environments where standard carbon steel would be inadequate. Note that the included Titen HD screw anchors are carbon steel and are not recommended for exposed exterior applications, so a moisture barrier between the beam and wall should be provided per jurisdictional requirements.

What is the advantage of using Titen HD screw anchors instead of cast-in-place bolts?

Because the Titen HD anchor is installed after the wall is already built, precise anchor placement is far easier to achieve compared to cast-in-place bolt methods, which must be positioned during wall construction before the exact beam location is confirmed.