The Simpson Strong-Tie ECB66 ECB 2-in. Standoff Elevated Column Base for 6x6 is engineered by Simpson Strong-Tie to simplify waterproofing installation on stacked balconies in multi-family buildings. Designed for use with hollow columns or solid-sawn 6x6 posts, this elevated column base is the only off-the-shelf post base featuring a 2-in. standoff - providing sufficient room for moisture barrier material and a thin finish surface while still meeting the 1-in. code-required standoff needed to prevent post decay.

Key Features

• 2-in. elevated base accommodates moisture barrier and surface material while still providing 1-in. standoff
• Can be used with hollow columns or solid sawn posts
• Flexible anchorage options - 4 corner holes (screw down to wood) or 1 center hole (anchor to concrete)
• Nominal column size: 6x6
• Gauge: Cup 12; base and tube 7
• Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish

Specifications

• Model Number: ECB66
• Member Size: 6x6
• Gauge: Cup 12; base and tube 7
• Coating: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
• Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Waterproofing installations on stacked balconies in multi-family buildings
• Use with hollow columns on 6x6 nominal post applications
• Use with solid-sawn 6x6 posts requiring a code-compliant standoff
• Anchorage to concrete substrate using a center anchor hole
• Anchorage to wood substrate using 4 corner screw holes

Install With

• Install with (1) 1/2-in. diameter Titen HD, Stainless-Steel Titen HD, or Titen Turbo anchor into concrete OR (4) 1/4-in. diameter Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws into wood AND (16) 0.148-in. x 1.5-in. nails into the column

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the ECB66 different from other post bases?

The ECB66 is the only post base available off the shelf that features a 2-in. standoff. This extra clearance accommodates both a moisture barrier material and a thin finish surface while still maintaining the 1-in. code-required standoff needed to help prevent post decay.

What type of posts is the ECB66 compatible with?

The ECB66 can be used with hollow columns or solid-sawn posts with a nominal size of 6x6.

What are the anchorage options for the ECB66?

The ECB66 offers flexible anchorage options: it can be fastened to wood using 4 corner holes with 1/4-in. diameter Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, or anchored to concrete using 1 center hole with a 1/2-in. diameter Titen HD, Stainless-Steel Titen HD, or Titen Turbo anchor. Additionally, (16) 0.148-in. x 1.5-in. nails are used into the column.

What finish does the ECB66 have, and what gauge is it?

The ECB66 features a Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish. The cup is 12 gauge, while the base and tube are 7 gauge.

Note: Product dimensions may differ from picture. Please see the item description above for specifications.