In some cases it is desirable to install Simpson Strong-Tie face mount joist hangers and straight straps with nails that are a different type or size than what is called out in the load table. In these cases these reduction factors must be applied to the allowable loads listed for the connector.

Load Adjustment Factors for Optional Nails Used with Face Mount Hangers and Straight Straps

1. Allowable load adjustment factors shown in the table are based on calculated reduction factors and are applicable for all face mount hangers and straight straps throughout this catalog, except as noted in the footnotes below.
2. Some products have been tested specifically with alternate fasteners and have allowable load adjustment factors or reduced capacities published on the specific product page which may differ from the values calculated using this table.
3. This table does not apply to hangers modified per the Hanger Options, or steel thicker than 10 gauge.
4. Unless noted otherwise, 10dx1 1/2" or 16dx2 1/2" nails may not be substituted for joist nails in double-shear hangers (i.e. LUS, MUS, HUS, HHUS, HGUS). For applications involving pneumatic nails, refer to specific tool manufacturer technical bulletins. Refer to technical bulletins T-AIRNAIL, T-BOSTITCH, T-POSITIVENL, and T-TRUESPECHAL.
5. Do not substitute 10dx1 1/2" nails for face nails on slope and skew combinations or skewed only LSU and LSSU.
6. For straps installed over sheathing use a 2 1/2" long nail minimum.
7. Where noted, use 0.80 for 10 ga, 11 ga, and 12 ga products when using SPF lumber.
8. Where noted, use 0.92 for 10 ga, 11 ga, and 12 ga products when using SPF lumber.

Double shear nailing should use full length common nails

Shorter nails may not be used as double shear nails

See Fastening Identification Guide.

Simpson Strong-Tie nails and structural fasteners have been developed as the optimum fasteners for connector products. Special lengths afford economy of purchase and installation, and depth compatibility with framing members. For pneumatic nail use, see Instructions to the Installer.

Retail Packaging

1 lb. Clamshell Retail Tub	5 lb. Plastic Retail Tub
Simpson Strong-Tie hot-dipped galvanized nails are packed in 1 lb. and 5 lb. plastic tubs for easy handling.

Display Packages

Nails Sold by the Pound

1. N16 fasteners may be ordered electro-galvanized; specify EG; for example N16EG. This finish is not acceptable for ZMAX® or HDG applications.
2. HDG = hot-dip galvanized; SS = stainless steel; Bright = no finish; GV = green vinyl.
3. Metric equivalents are listed (Diameter x Length).
4. For pneumatic fastener info, request additional technical information.
5. Recommended minimum end distance to prevent splitting with a steel side member is 10 x the nail diameter per 2005 NDS Commentary Table 11.1.5.6.
6. Use HDG nails with ZMAX® and HDG products.
7. 16d sinker with GV finish is not acceptable for ZMAX® or HDG applications.
8. HDG nails sold by Simpson meet the specifications of ASTM A153. Stainless steel nails are type 316 stainless.
9. Fasteners per CWT references the quantity of fasteners per 100 lbs.