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LUS/LU/U Light Duty Face Mount Joist Hangers

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    • Double-Shear Nailing for better load distribution and increased strength.
    • Designed for light-capacity applications but still offers strong support for standard joists. It accommodates various joist sizes and is widely used in framing applications for decks, floors, and other wood structures.
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  • 3 Joist size
    • Double-shear design delivers greater strength with fewer fasteners
    • ZMAX galvanized steel with black powder coat resists corrosion in outdoor environments
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LUS/LU/U Face Mount Joist Hangers – Reliable Connections for Everyday Framing

The Simpson Strong-Tie LUS, LU and U Face Mount Hangers cover the everyday end of solid sawn joist hanging: light to standard-duty connections for deck framing, floor joists, and general residential construction. Each series solves a slightly different problem, so picking the right one comes down to what your project needs.

LUS, LU, and U: What's the Difference?

  • LUS hangers use double-shear nailing, which spreads the load across two points on each joist nail. That means fewer nails, faster installs, and higher allowable loads than a standard hanger of the same size. A solid pick when you want more capacity without stepping up to a heavier connector.
  • LU hangers are value-engineered: precision-formed for an easy install at a lower cost, built for light-duty framing where double-shear capacity isn't needed.
  • U hangers are Simpson's standard, general-purpose face mount hanger. Flexible fastener options and tested allowable loads for straightforward joist-to-header connections.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • Double-Shear Nailing (LUS): Distributes load through two points per nail for greater strength with fewer fasteners.
  • Value-Engineered Design (LU): Economical, precision-formed hangers for light-duty applications.
  • Standard Versatility (U): Flexible fastener selection for everyday joist-to-header installs.
  • Galvanized Finish: Standard G90 galvanized, with select LUS sizes available in ZMAX or stainless steel.
  • Solid Sawn Compatible: Sized for standard dimensional lumber, from 2x4 up through 6x10, including rough-cut and multi-ply (double/triple) options.

Installation Guide for LUS/LU/U Hangers

  1. Position the hanger against the header or beam at the correct height for your joist.
  2. Fasten the hanger to the header using the fasteners specified for that model. LUS hangers use double-shear nailing, so don't bend or remove the nailing tabs.
  3. Set the joist into the hanger and fasten through the joist flanges.
  4. Fill every specified fastener hole to reach the hanger's full rated load.

Find the Right Hanger for Your Project

Not sure whether LUS, LU, or U is the right fit? If your span or load calls for more than a standard connection, LUS is usually the better value before jumping to a heavy-duty hanger. For lighter joists and tighter budgets, LU keeps things simple. Need something outside this range, like solid sawn timber sizes, I-joists, or SCL? Browse our full lineup of Simpson Joist Hangers.

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Round out your order with the right fasteners. Check out Joist Hanger Nails or Connector Screws to get the rated capacity these hangers are built for.

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