Simpson Strong Tie U26-2 Joist Hanger 2x6 Galvanized Steel

Product Description

The SIMPSON STRONG TIE U26-2 is a joist hanger designed for connecting 2x6 lumber framing members to headers and beams in wood-frame construction. Fabricated from 16-gauge galvanized steel, the hanger resists rust and corrosion in exposed or treated-lumber environments. Built-in speed prongs allow quick positioning on the header before fastening, reducing layout time on the deck or floor framing. Licensed contractors and professional framers install this hanger as part of code-compliant structural connections in residential and light commercial floor, deck, and roof framing assemblies.

The U26-2 is suited for residential and light commercial wood-frame construction where 2x6 joists meet a ledger board, beam, or doubled header. Typical applications include floor framing, deck framing, and roof-rafter connections. The hanger is sold in packages of 50 units, making it practical for full-project procurement on new builds and renovation work requiring multiple joist connections throughout a structure.

Key Features

• 16-gauge galvanized steel construction for corrosion resistance in treated-lumber applications
• Speed prongs enable quick placement and positioning on headers before nailing
• Sized for standard 2x6 dimensional lumber framing members
• Sold in packages of 50 for efficient project-scale ordering
• Accepts standard 10d and 16d common nails for header fastening

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style structural connector for standard 2x6 dimensional lumber in residential and light commercial wood-frame construction applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed framers or contractors following local building code requirements and applicable load table specifications provided by the manufacturer. Confirm lumber dimensions and hanger orientation before fastening. Use only the nail sizes and quantities specified in the manufacturer load tables to maintain rated structural capacity. Do not substitute fastener types or omit nail holes, as doing so compromises the rated load values of the connection.

Technical Specifications

• Material: 16-gauge galvanized steel
• Lumber Size: 2x6
• Package Quantity: 50 per package
• Package Weight: 22 pounds
• Unit of Measure: EA

Standard Information

• Brand: SIMPSON STRONG TIE
• Manufacturer Part Number: U26-2