Product Overview
Our heavy duty long-leg timber-to-timber joist hanger is designed for 100mm joists, offering extended fixing length to support heavy-duty conditions. Crafted from corrosion-protected steel, it ensures strong and clean bearing at the seat. The rigid side flanges and optimized nail pattern facilitate even load distribution into the supporting beam, minimizing the risk of timber splitting.
Product Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Product |
Long Leg |
| Material Type |
Galvanised Steel |
| Width |
47mm |
| Length |
479mm |
| Weight |
0.5kg |
| Sales Unit |
Each |
| Fire Rating |
A1 Non-Combustible |
| Gauge |
1.2mm |
Features & Benefits
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Face-fix configuration: Enables direct fixing to the supporting timber for precise setup and quick installation.
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Defined seat support: Rigid seat provides reliable bearing for predictable load transfer and reduced creep.
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Long leg format: Extended leg length offers additional nailing reach for deeper drops or staggered fixing lines.
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Optimized fastener layout: Staggered holes help distribute load and reduce the risk of timber splitting.
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Material and finish: Made of corrosion-protected steel suitable for internal structural timber use.
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Application suitability: Designed for 100mm width, accommodating 97-100mm joists; 452mm leg length provides extended fixing reach.
Applications
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Floor joists to beams: Supports 97-100mm softwood joists on timber beams in internal floors.
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Ceiling joists to binders: Ideal for hanging 100mm ceiling members from timber binders.
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Trimmers and headers: Forms trimmer/header connections around openings with 100mm joists.
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Studwork and noggins: Creates 100mm secondary members where face-fix hangers offer a clean junction.
Installation Guidance
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Set out and mark: Position the hanger, mark top and sides, ensuring the seat is level with the design datum.
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Fix supporting member first: Install specified fasteners in the supporting member leg before seating the joist.
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Seat and secure joist: Ensure full bearing on the seat and fix through side flanges as specified.
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Maintain edge distances: Keep fasteners within the hole pattern and observe minimum end and edge distances for timber.
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Final checks: Confirm full bearing with no gaps at the seat.
FAQs
Q: Is this hanger suitable for outdoor use?
A: It's designed for internal structural timber use with corrosion protection.
Q: What is the maximum joist width this can support?
A: It supports joists up to 100mm wide.