{"product_id":"simpson-ba2-56-18-strong-tie-top-flange-joist-hanger-for-2-1-2-x-18-engineered-wood-high-strength-galvanized-connector","title":"Simpson Strong-Tie BA2.56\/18 (2-1\/2\" x 18\") Top-Flange Joist Hanger for Engineered Wood","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-description\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 class=\"product-details-section-title\"\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie BA2.56\/18 Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"product-details-short-description-text\"\u003e\n        The Simpson Strong-Tie BA2.56\/18 is a high-strength galvanized top-flange joist hanger designed for engineered wood applications, providing secure and reliable connections.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-includes\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 class=\"product-details-section-title\"\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie BA2.56\/18 Includes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"product-details-includes-list\"\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e(1) BA2.56\/18 Joist Hanger\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-features\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 class=\"product-details-section-title\"\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie BA2.56\/18 Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"product-details-features-list\"\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eCost-effective one-piece design compared to welded hangers\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eFull-height joist flange prevents rotation and eliminates the need for web stiffeners\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eAvailable for special order to accommodate sloped and\/or skewed members\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003ePrecision-engineered for efficient load distribution\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eHigh load capacity for demanding structural requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-features\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 class=\"product-details-section-title\"\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie BA2.56\/18 Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"product-details-features-list\"\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eFloor Framing: Provides secure support for I-joists and SCL in multi-story buildings.\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eRoof Framing: Ensures stability in engineered wood roof truss and rafter connections.\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eDeck Construction: Ideal for attaching joists in covered outdoor structures.\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eBeams \u0026amp; Headers: Strong, load-bearing connection for supporting beams in residential and commercial builds.\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eCommercial \u0026amp; Industrial Projects: Suited for large-scale engineered wood framing applications requiring long-term strength and reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-features\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 class=\"product-details-section-title\"\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie BA2.56\/18 Installation Overview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003col class=\"product-details-features-list\"\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eUse all specified fasteners as per guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eSecure the hanger over the supporting beam or ledger before setting the I-joist into place.\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eEnsure the joist seats fully inside the hanger for proper load transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eFor weld-on applications, follow the specified welding instructions and safety guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eBevel-cut the carried member for skewed applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 class=\"product-details-section-title\"\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie BA2.56\/18 Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003ctable\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG90 Galvanized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJoist Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-1\/2 in. x 18 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-9\/16 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFasteners Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeader - (16) 0.162 x 3-1\/2 in. 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