Questions and Answers for Simpson Strong-Tie LUS ZMAX Galvanized Face-Mount Joist Hanger for 2x6 Nominal Lumber

A:  Port, this is McKenzie from Simpson Strongtie. The LUS28Z is made of Z MAX, could be good for some pressure treated wood, but depending on what type it may not be. Below I have our corrosion guidelines. Please get with your designer to determine if Z max is adequate enough for your application. Corrosion Information pages 12-15 https://embed.widencdn.net/pdf/plus/ssttoolbox/pago7hhfle/C-C-2021-p12-15.pdf Thanks.

A:  ​Hi Justme, this is Colin from Simpson Strong-Tie. The LUS26Z can be installed with .148" x 3" nails (10d common) into the header (4 total) and the carried joist (4 total) or with our SD Connector Screws, the #9 1 1/2" into the header (4 each of SD9112) and our #9 2 1/2" into the carried joist (4 each of SD9212). If you need more information or have additional questions, please contact the Simpson Strong-Tie Customer Service team at 800-999-5099. Thank you.

A:  Mrtommm, this is McKenzie from Simpson Strongtie. The LUS26 is for a nominal 2x6 joist hanger which measures at 1" 9/16. So this won't work for the 1" 7/8. Thanks,

A:  Hello KenAnd, LUS Light-Capacity U-Shaped Hanger with Double-Shear Nailing can be used with LVL headers and do use the full .148" x 3" long nails for the full loading. Shorter nails can be used with reductions if your header is not thick enough for the 3" nails. Please contact the Simpson Strong-Tie Customer Service team for more support at 800-999-5099. We look forward to hearing from you. -Stacy

A:  Picture, this McKenzie from Simpson Strongtie. We would like to address your question about the joist hangers. To better assist you please reach out to our Customer Service Team at 800-999-5099. Thanks.

A:  Hello JoeD, this is Ricardo with Simpson. Because our products are tested and contain published load values, it would not be possible to give accurate value with mixed fasteners. Nails and screws have different withdrawal and shear capacities and they bend differently when a load is applied to them. For this reason we do not recommend it. If you have any questions, please contact us at (800)999-5099.

A:  Hello, this is Stacy with Simpson Strong-Tie. We want to make sure your question is answered however we cannot tell you how many hangers you need for your deck. We do offer a free software on our website called Deck Planner Software. You may design your deck on this software to the parameters needed and then print out the materials list needed for the deck that was designed. If you wish to discuss this further please call us at (800) 999-5099. We look forward to speaking with you.

A:  Hi Rjstro, this is McKenzie from Simpson Strongtie. The LUS28 calls out for QTY (6) .148 X 3 into the header, and QTY (4) .148 X 3 into the Joist. Thanks.

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A:  I prefer to use joist hanger screws. Simpson Strong-Tie #9 x 1-1/2 in. 1/4-Hex Drive, Strong-Drive SD Connector Screw (100-Pack)

A:  Hi Kimm, thank you for your message. We want to make sure we address your question regarding LUS Light-Capacity U-Shaped Hanger with Double-Shear Nailing . The LUS26 is tall enough to use for a 2x8 joist hanger, we also do do make a LUS28 which can be used. If you need more information or have additional questions, please contact the Simpson Strong-Tie Customer Service team at 800-999-5099. We look forward to hearing from you. -Stacy

A:  Hello Bill, my name is Colin with Simpson Strong-Tie. I suggest you review our Adjustable Stringer Connectors LSCZ or the Adjustable Face Mount Hangers LRUZ. On our website strongtie.com enter LSC or LRU in the Search Strogtie.com field to see more information including installation, fasteners, and allowable load values. I do not recommend using the LUS26Z face mount hanger to support a sloping stair stringer. If you need more information or have additional questions, please contact the Simpson Strong-Tie Customer Service team at 800-999-5099. We look forward to hearing from you.