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<h1>Hanger Options General Notes</h1>
<h2>Hanger Options</h2>
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    <p>
      The
      <a
        href="/products/connectors/wood-construction-connectors/technical-notes/hanger-options-matrix"
        >Hanger Options Matrix</a
      >
      for Face Mount and Top Flange Hangers in each of the respective hanger sections shows hanger modifications and special applications (uplift, nailers and weldability) that are available for each model series. Modifications may not be available for all models in the series, and some combinations of hanger options are not available. Many hanger modifications result in load reductions. For all modifications, refer to the listed hanger option pages for additional information regarding the availability of each modification, associated load reductions, and installation requirements. For joists sloped up to 1/4:12, there is no load reduction. For slopes greater than 1/4:12, see individual product pages or refer to technical bulletin <a href="/search/?q=t-c-slopejst"
        >T-C-SLOPEJST</a
      >
      at strongtie.com. For more information regarding the applications, refer to the individual product pages throughout the catalog. </p>
    <p>
      For attaching to headers made up of multiple plies, refer to technical bulletin <a href="/search/?q=T-C-MPLYHEADR">T-C-MPLYHEADR</a>.
    </p>
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</div>


<h2>Hanger Option General Notes</h2>
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    <p>
      This information applies only to the hangers manufactured by Simpson
      Strong-Tie and installed per our instructions. Some combinations of these
      options on a single hanger have not been evaluated. In some cases,
      combinations of these options cannot be manufactured. A qualified designer
      must always evaluate each connection, including header and joist
      limitations, before specifying the product.
    </p>
    <p>
      Testing is performed using a standardized hanger test method. The joist in
      the test setup may include the minimum amount of structural stability
      where appropriate. For example, the sloped down hanger tests are assembled
      with a joist cut on the lower end to lie flush with a wood member attached
      with three 8d common toenails. Header and other attached structural
      members are assumed fixed in actual installations. Horizontal loads
      induced by sloped joists must be resisted by other members in the
      structural system.
    </p>
    <h4>Material</h4>
    <p>
      Gauge may vary from that specified depending on the manufacturing process
      used. U, HU, HUTF, WP and BA hangers normally have single-piece stirrups;
      occasionally, the seat may be welded. Hanger configurations, height and
      fastener schedules may vary from the tables depending on the joist size,
      skew and slope.
    </p>
    <h4>Finish</h4>
    <p>
      See specific hanger tables. Welded specials: Simpson Strong-Tie gray
      paint. Specials that are not galvanized before fabrication can be hot-dip
      galvanized after fabrication; specify HDG.
    </p>
    <h4>Codes</h4>
    <p>
      Modified hangers, due to their numerous variations, are not on code
      reports.
    </p>
    <h4>Loads</h4>
    <p>
      For multiple modifications on the same connector, use the single
      multiplier factor that yields the lowest design loads.
    </p>
    <h4>To Order</h4>
    <p>
      Use the abbreviations below to order specials. The example shows a
      HWP3.56X hanger and illustrates most available options; most special
      hangers have only a few of these features. For assistance, contact Simpson
      Strong-Tie.
    </p>
    <h4>Installation</h4>
    <ul>
      <li>
        Fastener quantities may be increased beyond the amount specified in the
        standard hanger table.
      </li>
      <li>Fill all holes with the table-specified fastener types.</li>
      <li>
        Some skewed hangers require bevel cut joists; refer to the specific
        notes provided for each product.
      </li>
    </ul>
    <p>
      <strong
        >For assistance,
        <a href="https://www2.strongtie.com/contact_us.asp"
          >contact Simpson Strong-Tie</a
        ></strong
      ><a href="https://www2.strongtie.com/contact_us.asp"></a>.
    </p>
    <h4>&nbsp;</h4>
  </div>
</div>


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      alt="Hanger Option Notes"
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        <p>
          The
          <a href="https://www2.strongtie.com/webapps/JoistHangerSelector/">Simpson Strong-Tie Hanger Selector</a>
          enables you to select the optimal product for your project. The
          software takes into consideration all the characteristics seen on this
          website.
        </p>
      </div>
    </div>
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<h2>Height for Sloped Hangers</h2>
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    <p>
      <strong>Height 1 (H<sub>1</sub>)</strong> is the joist height before the
      slope cut has been made.
    </p>
    <p>
      <strong>Net Height (Net H)</strong> is the joist height after the slope
      cut has been made.
    </p>
    <p>
      <strong>Provide H<sub>1</sub></strong> when ordering a connector.
      Connectors are made assuming dry lumber is being used in continuously dry
      conditions.
    </p>
    <p>
      Simpson Strong-Tie will calculate the <strong>Net H</strong> dimension
      based on the mathematical formula of H<sub>1</sub>/cos angle.
    </p>
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    <img
      src="https://embed.widencdn.net/img/ssttoolbox/msptp6sggy/500px@2x/H1_vs_NetH_in_callout.png"
      alt="Sloped Hanger Height Example"
    />
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      alt="Sloped Hanger Height Example"
    />
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