The Simpson Strong-Tie BA210-2 is a top-flange joist hanger engineered for both engineered wood products and solid sawn lumber applications. Designed as part of the Simpson Strong-Tie BA hanger series, this one-piece 12-gauge galvanized steel hanger supports a double 2x10 nominal joist, delivering medium load capacity with solid sawn lumber and higher load capacity when used with engineered wood products. Its full-height joist flange captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminates the need for web stiffeners - reducing installation steps and hardware. The BA210-2 offers flexible nailing options: minimum nailing with positive-angle nailing (PAN) for moderate load conditions, and maximum nailing to support higher loads - making it a versatile, cost-effective solution for residential and light commercial framing applications.

Key Features

• Cost-effective one-piece design compared to welded hangers, reducing material and labor costs
• Full-height joist flange captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminate the need for web stiffeners
• Flexible nailing options - minimum nailing with positive-angle nailing (PAN) for moderate load conditions; maximum nailing for higher load demands
• Compatible with engineered wood and solid sawn lumber - carries medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads with engineered wood products
• 12-gauge steel construction for reliable structural performance
• G90 zinc galvanized finish for corrosion resistance in treated lumber environments
• Available for special order to accommodate sloped and/or skewed members

Specifications

• Model Number: BA210-2
• Member / Joist Size: Double 2x10
• Steel Gauge: 12-gauge
• Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
• Country of Origin: United States

Installation

Install the BA210-2 using (16) 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header and (8) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist. Positive-angle nailing (PAN) is supported for minimum nailing configurations targeting moderate load conditions. Maximum nailing is used to achieve higher load capacities.

Approved Applications

• Double 2x10 solid sawn lumber joist connections at medium load conditions
• Double 2x10 engineered wood product (EWP) joist connections at higher load conditions
• Top-flange hanger installations where joist rotation resistance is required
• Applications where web stiffeners need to be eliminated for faster installation
• Sloped and/or skewed framing connections (available via special order configuration)

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 joist size is the BA210-2 designed to support?

The BA210-2 is designed for a double 2x10 nominal joist size. It is a top-flange hanger that captures the top chord of the joist to prevent rotation and eliminate the need for web stiffeners.

Is the BA210-2 compatible with both engineered wood and solid sawn lumber?

Yes. The BA210-2 is compatible with both engineered wood products and solid sawn lumber. It carries medium loads with solid sawn lumber and higher loads when used with engineered wood products.

What nails are required to install the BA210-2?

Installation requires (16) 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header and (8) 0.148 in. x 1-1/2 in. nails in the joist. The hanger also supports minimum nailing with positive-angle nailing (PAN) for moderate load conditions, or maximum nailing for higher load demands.

What material and finish is the BA210-2 made from?

The BA210-2 is made from 12-gauge steel with a G90 zinc galvanized finish for corrosion resistance. It is a one-piece design, which makes it more cost-effective compared to welded hangers.