The Simpson Strong-Tie CCT3 1/4-4X Column Cap is a heavy-duty structural connector engineered specifically for T-configuration column-to-beam connections, where two beams meet at a "T" formation on top of a single post. Fabricated from 7-gauge steel with a factory-applied gray paint finish, this column cap is built to distribute loads from a bisecting beam while delivering reliable structural support at the connection point. Sized for a 3-1/8 in. beam width and a 4x post, and offering configurable W3 and H2 dimensions, this connector is well suited for professional structural applications requiring precise, code-conscious post-to-beam hardware.

Key Features

• T-Configuration Design - purpose-built for connections where two beams intersect in a "T" formation over a single column, providing correct geometry and load transfer exactly where the structure demands it
• 7-Gauge Steel Construction - heavy material thickness delivers the strength and rigidity required for demanding structural column cap applications, reducing concern over deflection or deformation at the connection point
• Gray Paint Finish - factory-applied coating provides a baseline level of corrosion resistance suitable for standard interior and covered exterior structural applications
• Hot-Dipped Galvanized Option Available - for environments requiring enhanced corrosion protection, a galvanized version can be sourced, broadening the range of suitable project conditions
• Configurable W3 Width and H2 Height - adjustable dimensions allow this column cap to adapt to designer-specified structural configurations rather than locking builders into a single fixed geometry
• Certified Welds and NDS Code-Compliant Bolt Spacing - meets the requirements of professional structural applications, supporting compliance with recognized engineering standards and giving inspectors and structural engineers a familiar, documented connector
• Fits 3-1/8 in. Beam Width and 4x Post - precise sizing means this connector pairs directly with common engineered lumber and dimensional timber combinations used in post-and-beam and column-supported structures

Why This Product

• Engineered for a Specific, Demanding Connection Type - T-configuration column-to-beam junctions require a connector that handles load from multiple directions simultaneously; this column cap is designed specifically for that scenario rather than adapted from a general-purpose bracket
• Flexibility Without Compromising Structural Integrity - configurable W3 and H2 dimensions mean structural designers can dial in the fit to meet project specifications while still relying on certified welds and NDS code-compliant bolt spacing throughout
• Material and Finish Options Match the Project Environment - the availability of both gray paint and hot-dipped galvanized finishes means this connector can be specified for a standard covered structure or a more corrosion-prone setting without requiring a completely different product line
• Professional-Grade Hardware for Beams and Posts Commonly Found in Timber Construction - with dimensions matched to 3-1/8 in. beams and 4x posts, this column cap integrates cleanly into post-and-beam framing, pergola construction, and similar structural column applications without custom modification

Specifications

• Model Number: CCT3 1/4-4X
• Configuration: T Configuration - Column to Beam Column Cap
• Beam Size: 3-1/8" (3 1/4" W1)
• Post Size: 4x Post
• Width 1: 3 1/4
• Width 2: 3 5/8
• Length: 11
• Height 1: 6 1/2
• W3 & H2: Configurable
• Material: 7 Gauge Steel