The Simpson End Column Cap Kit Right L-Shape for GFCMU and Concrete Piers is a Simpson Strong-Tie embedded column cap engineered for raised pier foundations where heavy beams bear on concrete or concrete block columns. Its right-hand L-shape configuration features an additional seat to support a third member at the corner connection, making it well suited for anchoring perimeter deck joists or beams at column tops. Designed to deliver high uplift and lateral resistance, this kit is a reliable solution for concrete pier connections in high-wind regions and grout-filled CMU applications.

Key Features

• Right-hand L-shape orientation with corner seat - supports a third framing member at the column top, giving builders a clean, structurally sound corner connection for perimeter deck joists or beams without additional hardware.
• MSTQM straps included in the kit - provides everything needed to make the connection from the column cap to wall framing in a single purchase, reducing trips to the supplier and keeping the installation straightforward.
• Screws configured for high uplift design values - the fastener layout is engineered to maximize resistance to uplift forces, giving builders confidence in the connection during high-wind events.
• Certified welds - weld quality is verified to meet strength and loading standards, so contractors can rely on the structural integrity of the cap without independent testing.
• SSTB offset for flush pier-edge installation - the anchor bolt spacing and offset geometry allow the cap to sit flush with the edge of the pier, supporting clean, code-compliant installations on concrete and CMU columns.
• 7 gauge steel with Simpson Strong-Tie Gray paint finish - heavy-gauge construction resists deformation under load, while the factory-applied finish provides a consistent, durable surface for structural applications.

Why This Product

• A complete kit, not just a bracket - MSTQM straps and configured screws are included alongside the embedded column cap, so the full connection from pier to wall framing is covered without sourcing components separately.
• Built specifically for demanding pier foundation work - engineered for raised pier foundations bearing heavy beams on concrete or CMU columns, this cap addresses the high uplift and lateral load demands that standard column hardware is not rated to handle.
• Corner connection capability sets it apart from standard caps - the additional seat for a third framing member means this right-hand L-shape cap solves a real layout challenge at building corners, eliminating the need for field-fabricated workarounds.
• Domestic production by a trusted structural connector brand - made in the United States by Simpson Strong-Tie, a brand recognized by builders and engineers for consistent quality in structural connectors and anchoring systems.

Specifications

• Model Number: ECCLRQMD3.62-KT
• Beam Orientation: Right
• Main Channel Width (W1): 3 5/8 in.
• Side Stirrup Width (W3 and W4): 3 5/8 in.
• Main Channel Length (L1): 16 1/2 in.
• Side Stirrup Length (L2): 7 3/4 in.
• Material: 7 gauge Steel
• Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray paint
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Raised pier foundations where heavy beams bear on concrete or concrete block columns
• Concrete and concrete masonry unit (CMU) pier connections requiring high uplift and lateral resistance
• High-wind regions requiring engineered anchor connections at column tops
• Corner beam connections needing support for a third member, such as a perimeter deck joist or beam
• GFCMU (Grout-Filled CMU) applications

What's Included

• ECCLRQMD3.62 embedded column cap (right-hand orientation)
• MSTQM straps for connecting the column cap to wall framing
• Screws configured for high uplift design values

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
• Available in widths up to nominal 7-1/8" width.
• For variable widths on side stirrups, specify W3 (3 1/4" to 7 1/8") and add an "X" to the end of the core model name. Example: ECCLQMD5.50GX-KT, W3 = 3 5/8".
• ECCLQMD is available in left or right side beam orientations. Specify ECCLLQMD or ECCLRQMD.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the ECCLRQMD3.62-KT and a standard ECCLQMD column cap?

The ECCLRQMD3.62-KT is an L-shape variation of the ECCLQMD that incorporates an additional seat to support a third member at the corner connection. This makes it specifically suited for attaching a perimeter deck joist or beam at the corner, whereas the standard ECCLQMD is designed for two-member beam connections without that additional seat.

What does the "Right" designation in this model mean?

The "Right" designation refers to the beam orientation of this column cap. The ECCLQMD is available in both left (ECCLLQMD) and right (ECCLRQMD) side beam orientations to accommodate different layout configurations at the pier connection point.

What is included in this kit, and why is it beneficial?

This kit includes the ECCLRQMD3.62 column cap, MSTQM straps, and screws. The MSTQM straps connect the column cap to the wall framing, while the screws are specifically configured to deliver high uplift design values - providing a complete, ready-to-install assembly that supports certified weld strength and engineered load performance.

What material and finish is used on the ECCLRQMD3.62-KT?

The column cap is constructed from 7 gauge steel and finished with Simpson Strong-Tie Gray paint, providing a durable, heavy-gauge connection designed for the demands of raised pier foundation and high-wind applications.

Note: Product dimensions and/or Screw or Bolt holes may differ from picture.