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PF/PFB/PFDB Post Frame Top-Flange Hangers

PF/PFB/PFDB

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The PF series hangers have been designed to accommodate collated 0.148" x 1 1/2" nails as well as 0.148" x 3" nails. The PFB and PFDB have dome-shaped joist nail holes that guide nails into the proper installation angle. The design also features a folded seat that raises the 2x joist very slightly above the seat radius to enable a tighter connection to the back of the hanger. For saddle hangers, PFDB and PFDSB are for solid sawn lumber carrying members, and PFDL is for LVL carrying members.

Key Features

  • Installation prongs make setting the hanger quick and easy
  • Sizes are available for 2x8 joists

Material

  • 20 gauge

Finish

  • Galvanized. Some products available in ZMAX® coating. See Corrosion Information.

Installation

  • Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
  • 0.148" x 3" purlin nails must be driven at an angle through the purlin into the header. Combine with top nails to achieve table loads.
  • 0.148" x 1 1/2" purlin nails must be driven at an angle into the purlin but do not penetrate into the header. Combine with back face fasteners and top nails to achieve table loads.

Related Literature

Wood Construction Connectors 2019-2020
C-C-2019
A catalog including new product information as well as any applicable specification and installation instructions for wood-to-wood and wood-to-concrete structural connectors.
Catalog
Conectores para la construcción con madera 2019–2020
C-C-2019SP
El catálogo incluye información sobre nuevos productos, así como especificaciones e instrucciones de instalación aplicables para conectores estructurales de madera a madera y de madera a concreto.
Catalog
Top-Flange Hanger Reductions for Multiple-Ply Headers
T-C-MPLYHEADR19
A technical bulletin discussing reduction factors for top-flange hangers installed on multi-ply headers.
Technical Bulletin

Load Tables

    These products are available with additional corrosion protection. Additional products on this page may also be available with this option, check with Simpson Strong-Tie for details.

    Many of these products are approved for installation with Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws.

PF/PFB/PFDB Load Table
  1. Uplift loads have been increased for earthquake or wind loading with no further increase allowed. Reduce where other loads govern.
  2. Fasteners: Nail dimensions in the table are listed diameter by length. For additional information, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.

Code Reports & Compliance

Drawings

PDF DWG DXF RFA IFC SAT

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