Product Description
Simpson Rough 8X Post Base, G90 Galvanized BC80R by Simpson Strong-Tie is an 18-gauge galvanized post base engineered to connect a post to a wood supporting member. Designed specifically for rough 8x lumber, this post base provides reliable uplift and lateral resistance in light-duty applications, while its G90 zinc galvanized coating delivers enhanced corrosion protection for long-lasting performance.
Key Features
- Opposing nail pattern to reduce wood splitting
- Attains full allowable load using either common nail or pneumatic nail sizes
- Light-gauge material designed for light-duty applications
- Provides both uplift and lateral resistance
- Sized specifically for rough 8x nominal lumber
- G90 zinc galvanized coating for corrosion resistance
Specifications
- Model Number: BC80R
- Nominal Post Size: 8x rough
- Gauge: 18
- W1 (in.): 8
- L1 (in.): 8
- H1 (in.): 4
- Coating/Material: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Manufacturer: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Fasteners Required - Post Flange: (6) 0.162 x 3-1/2" Nails
- Fasteners Required - Base Bottom: (4) 0.162 x 3-1/2" Nails
- Country of Origin: United States
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What lumber size is the BC80R post base designed for?
- The BC80R is designed specifically for rough 8x nominal lumber. Its dimensions - 8 inches wide, 8 inches long, and 4 inches high - are sized to accommodate rough-sawn 8x posts rather than standard dressed lumber.
- What type of fasteners are required to install the BC80R?
- Installation requires 0.162 x 3-1/2" nails throughout. The post flange requires six of these nails, and the base bottom requires four, for a total of ten nails. The connector attains its full allowable load using either common nail or pneumatic nail sizes of this specification.
- What kind of corrosion protection does the BC80R provide?
- The BC80R features a G90 zinc galvanized coating, which provides a robust level of corrosion resistance suitable for use in a variety of construction environments.
- What structural functions does the BC80R post base perform?
- The BC80R is designed to connect a post to a wood supporting member and provides both uplift resistance and lateral resistance. Its 18-gauge construction makes it appropriate for light-duty connection applications.
Note: Please see item description for specifications. Product dimensions and/or nail or screw holes may differ from picture.
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