Simpson Strong-Tie HU68Z HU ZMAX® Galvanized Face-Mount Joist Hanger for 6x8

Simpson Strong-Tie® connectors make projects easier to build while making them stronger and safer. They are engineered and tested to perform and are manufactured to the highest quality standards. Whether working on a home project or building a structure to comply with building codes, go with the choice of engineers and contractors, go with genuine Simpson Strong-Tie connectors. The HU is a heavy-duty face-mount joist hanger designed for structures requiring additional strength and safety factors.

This Simpson product is designed for construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation matter.

Features

• Extra optional triangle holes for additional load
• HU-series hangers are tested, load rated and code compliant
• "U" design allows for flexibility of placement on the header
• Nominal joist size: 6x8
• Seat width: 5-1/2 in.
• Made from 14-gauge steel
• ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: HU68Z
• UPC: 707392502807
• GTIN: 707392502807
• Feature 01: Extra optional triangle holes for additional load
• Feature 02: HU-series hangers are tested, load rated and code compliant
• Feature 03: "U" design allows for flexibility of placement on the header
• Feature 04: Nominal joist size: 6x8
• Feature 05: Seat width: 5-1/2 in.
• Feature 06: Made from 14-gauge steel
• Feature 07: ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
• Install With: Install with (10-14) 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the header and (4-6) 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails in the joist
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 2.697
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 5.8845
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 8.144
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: HU_Hanger
• Base Product Name: HU
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Joist Hangers > Hanger
• Coating: ZMAX®
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Finish: ZMAX®
• Gauge: 14
• GUID: 332483549238913587735586192671434996765
• Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png
• Measurement Unit Text: each
• Member Size: 6x8
• MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Number Category Description: UPC
• Packaging Quantity: 1
• Packaging Type: Unpacked
• Product Class: Hanger
• Prop 65 Warning: No
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 0.91
• Short Product Name: 6 X 8 FACE MOUNT HANGER ZMAX
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/facemounthangersssl_solidsawnlumberconnector/hu_hanger/p/hu
• Subcategory: Wood Construction Connectors
• Subcategory 2: Joist Hangers
• Warranty PDF: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--K_9ww28_--/bgqxyqo1uhaqsqcvudu7.pdf
• Brand Video: https://images.salsify.com/video/upload/s--N-SMFYx9--/wpz3sdgci9c512ppr9df.mp4
• Lumber Size Infographic: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--4j6m7m95--/of77l1vzb2adrmtseor4.png