Product Description
The Simpson BC40R BC Galvanized Post Base for 4x Rough by Simpson Strong-Tie is a light-duty post base engineered to secure the bottom of a rough-cut 4x post or column to a wood deck or concrete surface. Constructed from 18-gauge steel with a G90 zinc galvanized finish for superior corrosion resistance, the BC40R provides a positive, code-recognized mechanical connection that is stronger than angled nailing or screw fastening alone.
Key Features
- Provides a positive connection for a post to a wood deck
- Stronger than angled nailing or screw fastening
- Reduces the chance of the post splitting and eliminates nailing into end grain
- Not recommended for non top-supported installations (such as fences or unbraced carports)
- Nominal post size: 4x rough
- Made from 18-gauge steel
- Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BC40R
- Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Member Size: 4x rough
- Gauge: 18
- Coating/Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Install With: 16d common nails
- Fasteners Required: Post Flange - (6) 0.162 x 3-1/2" Nails; Base Bottom - (4) 0.162 x 3-1/2" Nails
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Decks and deck framing post connections
- Patio covers requiring post-to-surface base connections
- Light base applications attaching posts or columns to concrete or wood surfaces
- Top-supported post installations
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What post size is the BC40R designed for?
- The BC40R is designed for nominal 4x rough-cut lumber. It is not intended for standard dimensional (surfaced) 4x lumber.
- What fasteners are required to install the BC40R?
- Installation requires 16d common nails. Specifically, the post flange requires (6) 0.162 x 3-1/2" nails and the base bottom requires (4) 0.162 x 3-1/2" nails.
- Is the BC40R suitable for outdoor use or exposure to moisture?
- Yes. The BC40R features a G90 zinc galvanized finish, which provides extra corrosion resistance, making it well suited for outdoor applications such as decks and patio covers where exposure to moisture is a concern.
- Can the BC40R be used for fences or unbraced carports?
- No. The BC40R is not recommended for non top-supported installations, such as fences or unbraced carports. It is intended for light base applications where the post is top-supported.
Note: Product dimensions and/or nail or screw hole configurations may differ from the product image. Please refer to the item description for full specifications.
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