The Simpson ECCLLQMD3.62G-KT is a heavy-duty, hot-dip galvanized embedded column cap engineered for raised pier foundations and structural applications where heavy beams bear directly on concrete or concrete block columns. The ECCLQMD design features heavy-gauge beam seats and unique SSTB-style anchor bolts that deliver the high uplift and lateral resistance essential for resisting high-wind events. This left-skewed, L-shaped variation incorporates an additional seat to support a third member at the corner connection - making it the ideal solution when a beam or deck joist must extend off the corner of the structure. Manufactured from 7-gauge steel with a hot-dip galvanized (HDG) finish, this cap is built for long-term performance in exterior and treated-wood environments.

Key Features

• L-Shaped Corner Connection: Ideal for applications where a member is needed off the corner of the structure, such as a deck joist or beam.
• Left-Direction Orientation: Designed for left-side beam orientation. Order ECCLRQMD for the right-direction version.
• Main Channel Width: 3-5/8 in.
• Main Channel Length: 16-1/2 in.
• 7-Gauge Steel Construction: Heavy-gauge steel provides exceptional structural strength and load-bearing capacity.
• Hot-Dip Galvanized (HDG) Finish: Provides superior corrosion resistance, making this cap well-suited for exterior installations and applications involving treated lumber.
• High Uplift & Lateral Resistance: SSTB-style anchor bolts and heavy-gauge beam seats work together to resist uplift forces during high-wind events.
• Third-Member Support: The additional seat accommodates a third structural member at the corner, expanding connection versatility.
• Made in the United States

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): ECCLLQMD3.62G-KT
• Model / Series: ECCLQMD
• Beam Orientation: Left (L-Shaped / Skewed Left)
• Main Channel Width (W1): 3-5/8 in.
• Main Channel Length (L1): 16-1/2 in.
• Material: 7-Gauge Steel
• Coating / Finish: Hot-Dip Galvanized (HDG)
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Raised pier foundations where heavy timber or engineered beams rest on concrete or concrete block columns
• Corner column-to-beam connections requiring a third structural member, such as a perimeter deck joist or beam
• High-wind and seismic-zone construction requiring verified uplift and lateral resistance
• Exterior construction and applications involving treated lumber where corrosion resistance is critical
• Concrete and concrete masonry unit (CMU) pier top connections

What's Included

• ECCLLQMD3.62G-KT Embedded Column Cap (Left, HDG) - Kit
• MSTQM straps for connecting the ECCLQMD to wall framing
• Screws configured to provide high uplift design values

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders

Frequently Asked Questions

What beam size is the Simpson ECCLLQMD3.62G-KT designed to accommodate?

This embedded column cap is designed for use with a 3-5/8 in. wide beam. The main channel width is 3-5/8 in. and the main channel length is 16-1/2 in.

What makes the ECCLQMD design different from a standard ECCLQM column cap?

The ECCLQMD variation incorporates an additional seat to support a third member at the corner connection. This makes it ideal for applications where a member - such as a deck joist or beam - is needed off the corner of the structure, which the standard ECCLQM does not accommodate.

Is this cap designed for left- or right-side installation, and is there a right-direction version available?

This cap is designed for left-direction orientation. If you need a right-direction version, you should order the ECCLRQMD instead.

Why is the hot-dip galvanized finish recommended for this application?

The hot-dip galvanized (HDG) finish provides extra corrosion resistance, making the cap well-suited for exterior installations and applications involving treated wood. This is particularly important in raised pier foundation applications where the cap is exposed to the elements or in contact with treated lumber.