Description

Key Features

Double-Shear Strength

The patented double-shear nailing design spreads load through two points on each joist nail. That gives you a stronger connection with fewer nails and less installation time.

Fast Positioning

Speed prongs help hold the hanger in place before full fastening. That makes layout and installation easier, especially when you’re working overhead or trying to keep a beam lined up.

ZMAX Protection

This Simpson Strong-Tie LUS210-2Z face mount joist hanger uses an 18-gauge steel body with ZMAX coating for added corrosion resistance. That matters when you’re building with treated lumber or working in exterior conditions.

Overview

The Simpson Strong-Tie LUS210-2Z face mount joist hanger is a double 2×10 light double-shear hanger built for wood-to-wood framing connections. This is a face mount joist hanger designed for supporting double 2×10 and double 2×12 members in structural wood framing. Model Number: LUS210-2Z. If you need a hanger that installs quickly, fits common lumber sizes, and gives you a strong connection without overcomplicating the job, this is the right style of hardware.

What makes the LUS series popular is that it solves a real jobsite problem: getting a rated connection without burning extra time on awkward nailing. The patented double-shear nailing pattern gives greater strength with fewer nails, and the angled joist nailing is easier to drive in tight spaces. Simpson also adds speed prongs, so you can temporarily position and secure the connector before finishing the install. For anyone laying out multiple hangers, that saves time and helps keep parts from shifting.

This specific LUS210-2Z version is sized for double 2×10 members and is also listed for a maximum size of double 2×12. It is made from 18-gauge steel and uses a ZMAX galvanized coating. In practical terms, that means you get a lighter-duty face-mount hanger format that still gives you the corrosion resistance needed for many exterior builds and treated-wood applications where a basic zinc finish is not the best choice.

The hanger is part of Simpson Strong-Tie’s LUS family, which is tested, load rated, and code compliant. It is an economical connector, but not a flimsy one. The design is meant for common lumber sizes, which is why contractors, deck builders, framers, and serious DIY users reach for it over and over. The formed seat supports the carried member from below, while the side flanges and double-shear nail pattern help transfer load back into the header.

On the installation side, there are a few things worth paying attention to. Simpson specifies using all required fasteners, and the joist nails need to be driven at an angle through the joist or truss into the header to achieve listed loads. Lowe’s also notes compatibility with 16d common nails or #10 x 2-1/2 inch Strong-Drive SD screws. Just as important, this connector cannot be modified. Do not bend or remove tabs, and do not use it for welded or nailer applications.

In the field, the ZMAX finish is one of the big reasons to step up to this exact model instead of a standard galvanized version. If you’re tying into pressure-treated lumber, exterior framing, deck work, or other areas where corrosion matters, the coating buys you durability where it counts. That does not replace proper fastener selection, but it does give the connector itself better resistance than a standard light galvanized finish.

Who should buy it? This hanger makes the most sense for deck builders, remodelers, framers, and homeowners doing structurally sound wood framing repairs or additions. If your job calls for a face-mount hanger for double 2×10 members and you want a known, code-recognized connector from a brand inspectors see every day, the LUS210-2Z is an easy call. It is not adjustable, skewed, or slopeable, so buy it when the application matches the hanger, not when you need something field-bent or custom-fit.

Faster Layout and Installation

This hanger is built to go in without fighting it. The speed prongs help hold the connector in place, and the double-shear nail pattern reduces the number of fasteners you need compared to older hanger styles.

• Speed prongs temporarily position and secure the connector
• Angled joist nailing is easier to drive in tighter framing spaces

Built for Treated Lumber Use

The ZMAX coating is the reason many buyers choose this version. When your framing includes treated wood or exposed conditions, the extra corrosion resistance is worth having.

• ZMAX galvanized coating is intended for exterior and treated-wood applications
• Made from 18-gauge steel for a balance of strength and practical install speed

Simpson Strong-Tie LUS210-2Z Face Mount Joist Hanger in Real Framing Work

This is the kind of connector you use when you want a straightforward, code-recognized hanger for common framing sizes. It supports the joist from below and keeps the connection clean and predictable.

• Face-mount design for wood-to-wood structural connections
• Minimum size double 2×10, maximum size double 2×12

What’s in the Box

• (1) Simpson Strong-Tie LUS210-2Z Face Mount Joist Hanger

Fasteners are not included.

Key Specifications

Tool Type	Face mount joist hanger
Series	LUS
Material	Steel
Finish	ZMAX galvanized coating
Gauge	18 ga
Actual Width (in)	5.346 in
Actual Length (in)	8.986 in
Depth (in)	2.204 in
Common Size	2 in x 10 in
Members	Double
Minimum Size	Double 2×10
Maximum Size	Double 2×12
Materials Connected	Wood to wood
Recommended Fasteners	16d common nails or #10 x 2-1/2 in Strong-Drive SD screws
Adjustable	No
Package Quantity	1

Compatibility

Framing Material

Designed for wood-to-wood connections.

Member Size

Fits double 2×10 members and is listed up to double 2×12 maximum size.

Fastener Options

Install with 16d common nails or #10 x 2-1/2 inch Strong-Drive SD screws as specified.

Environment

ZMAX coating is suited for exterior and treated-wood applications where added corrosion resistance is needed.

Built For

Deck Building Carpentry Construction Remodeling General Contracting Wood Framing DIY / Hobbyist Treated Lumber Projects

Pro Tip

If you’re using this hanger to hit listed load values, drive the joist nails at the required angle into the header and use every specified fastener hole the schedule calls for. Skipping holes or straight-driving the angled nails is the fastest way to turn a rated connector into a guess.

Warranty & Support

Limited lifetime warranty.

Tool Nut’s Take

Tool Nut’s Take

A smart pick when you need a real structural hanger, not a workaround

The Simpson Strong-Tie LUS210-2Z face mount joist hanger is the kind of connector that keeps framing simple, fast, and inspector-friendly.

• Who it’s for: Contractors, deck builders, remodelers, and serious DIYers installing double 2×10 framing members in wood-to-wood applications.
• Why it stands out: The double-shear design cuts down on nails, the speed prongs help during layout, and the ZMAX coating makes more sense than basic galvanized when treated wood is in the mix.
• Worth knowing: This is not a bend-it-to-fit connector. Match the hanger to the member size, use the specified fasteners, and leave the tabs alone.

Common Questions

• What size framing is this hanger made for? It is sized for double 2×10 members and is listed with a maximum size of double 2×12.
• Can this be used with treated lumber? Yes. The ZMAX galvanized coating is intended to provide added corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications.
• What fasteners does it use? Lowe’s lists 16d common nails or #10 x 2-1/2 inch Strong-Drive SD screws for installation.
• Is this hanger adjustable or field-modifiable? No. It is not adjustable, and Simpson states the connector cannot be modified.