Description
Key Features
- Cannot be modified
- Works for a wide range of applications
- Features speed prongs used to temporarily position and secure the connector for easier and faster installation
- LUS-series hangers are tested, load rated and code compliant
Specifications
- Height: 3-1/8″
- Width: 1-9/16″
- Base: 1-3/4″
- Fasteners:
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- Header – (4) 0.148 x 3″
- Joist – (2) 0.148 x 3″
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- Manufacturer name: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Made from: 18-gauge steel
Installation
- Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
- Joist nails must be driven at an angle through the joist or truss into the header to achieve the table loads.
- Not designed for welded or nailer applications.
- With 3x carrying members: when 0.162″ x 3 1/2″ nails are specified, use 0.162″ x 2 1/2″ nails into the header and 0.162″ x 3 1/2″ nails into the joist with no load reduction. When 0.148″ x 3″ nails are specified, use 0.148″ x 2 1/2″ nails into the header and 0.148″ x 3″ nails into the joist with no load reduction.
- With 2x carrying members: when 0.162″ x 3 1/2″ nails are specified, use 0.148″ x 1 1/2″ nails into the header and 0.148″ x 3″ nails into the joist and reduce the load to 0.64 of the table values. When 0.148″ x 3″ nails are specified, use 0.148″ x 1 1/2″ nails into the header and 0.148″ x 3″ nails into the joist and reduce the load to 0.77 of the table values. See Fastener Design Information.
