Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie ECC88PC End Column Cap is engineered to deliver powerful, reliable column-to-beam connections in end-of-beam applications throughout wood construction. Designed specifically for 8x beam and 8x post configurations, this black powder-coated column cap features a seat that extends beyond one side of the column, providing an additional bearing surface area that effectively distributes load from the beam while delivering solid structural support at the connection point. Built from heavy-duty 3-gauge steel with certified welds, the ECC88PC is a trusted solution for demanding structural applications where strength and code compliance are non-negotiable.
Key Features
- Certified welds for confidence in strength and loading performance
- Increased uplift load capacity engineered for earthquake or wind loading conditions
- NDS code-compliant bolt spacing to ensure optimal structural performance
- Diamond holes for convenient temporary fastening during installation
- Extended seat design provides additional bearing surface area beyond one side of the column for superior load distribution
- Black powder-coat finish for a clean, durable aesthetic suited to exposed structural applications
- Heavy-duty 3-gauge steel construction for robust, long-lasting performance
Specifications
- Model Number: ECC88PC
- Description: 8X Beam, 8X Post Black End Column Cap
- Material: 3 gauge steel
- Finish: Black Powder-Coat
- Fasteners Required: 3/4" Machine Bolts - Beam (2), Post (2)
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- End-of-beam column-to-beam connections in wood construction
- Structural connections requiring enhanced load distribution from beam to post
- Applications requiring resistance to uplift forces caused by seismic (earthquake) activity
- Applications requiring resistance to uplift forces caused by high-wind loading
- Wood construction projects requiring NDS code-compliant fastener bolt spacing
What's Included
- 1x Simpson Strong-Tie ECC88PC End Column Cap
- Note: Fasteners (3/4" Machine Bolts) are required but not included - Beam (2), Post (2)
- Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
- Straps may be rotated 90 deg. (see SPECS)
- For special, custom or rough-cut lumber sizes, provide dimensions. An optional W2 dimension may be specified. (The W2 dimension on straps rotated 90 deg. is limited by the W1 dimension.)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What beam and post sizes is the ECC88PC designed to fit?
- The ECC88PC is designed specifically for 8x beam and 8x post configurations, making it suitable for heavy timber framing applications that use standard dimensional 8x lumber.
- What fasteners are required to install the ECC88PC?
- Installation requires 3/4" machine bolts - two for the beam connection and two for the post connection, for a total of four bolts.
- What makes the ECC88PC suitable for end-of-beam applications?
- The ECC88PC features an extended seat design that extends beyond one side of the column, providing an additional bearing surface area that distributes load from the beam at end-of-beam locations where a standard centered cap would not be appropriate.
- Is the ECC88PC built to handle seismic or high-wind conditions?
- Yes. The ECC88PC is engineered with increased uplift load capacity specifically for earthquake or wind loading conditions. It is also constructed from heavy-duty 3-gauge steel with certified welds and features NDS code-compliant bolt spacing to ensure reliable structural performance in demanding applications.
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