Product Description
The Simpson CCQ44SDS2.5-R CCQ Column Cap is engineered to deliver strong, reliable column-to-beam connections in wood construction. Designed for use with a 4x beam and 4x post, this connector features an extended bearing seat that reaches beyond each side of the column, helping distribute load from the beam and provide added support at the connection point. Instead of standard through bolts, it uses Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for faster installation and engagement with a greater net section area of the column - resulting in a strong, low-profile structural connection. Built from 7-gauge steel with a Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish, this column cap comes complete with (30) 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws so you can get straight to work.
Key Features
- Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws included - eliminates a separate hardware purchase and allows installation to begin immediately right out of the package
- Lower-profile SDS screw fastening vs. standard through bolts - keeps the connection cleaner and less obtrusive while still engaging a greater net section area of the column for a stronger hold
- Extended bearing seat beyond each side of the column - distributes the load from the beam more broadly, providing added support and reducing stress concentration at the connection point
- Certified welds - gives builders and inspectors confidence in the structural integrity and load-carrying capacity of every unit
- Increased uplift load capacity - engineered to meet the demands of earthquake or wind loading conditions, making this column cap suitable for high-stress structural environments
- Diamond holes for temporary fastening - simplifies positioning and alignment during installation before final fasteners are driven
- 7-gauge steel construction - provides the material thickness and durability expected in demanding post-and-beam structural applications
- Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish - provides a consistent, finished appearance and a baseline level of surface protection
Why This Product
- A complete, ready-to-install connection solution - this column cap ships with all (30) required Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws already included, so there are no additional fastener purchases needed to complete the connection
- Built for code-sensitive structural applications - certified welds and increased uplift load ratings make this connector well-suited for projects where earthquake or wind loading requirements must be met with confidence
- Smarter load distribution by design - the extended bearing seat transfers beam loads across a wider surface area beyond the column footprint, a meaningful structural advantage that plain brackets without an extended seat cannot offer
- Faster installation without sacrificing connection quality - SDS screw installation is quicker than traditional through-bolt methods and engages more of the column's net section area, combining installation efficiency with strong structural performance
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): CCQ44SDS2.5-R
- Nominal Beam Width: 4x
- Nominal Post Size: 4x
- Member Size: 4x beam, 4x post
- Width 1: 3-5/8 in.
- Width 2: 3-5/8 in.
- Length 1: 11 in.
- Height 1: 7 in.
- Beam Width: 3-1/2 in.
- Steel Gauge: 7-gauge
- Finish / Coating: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Column-to-beam connections in wood construction projects
- Structural connections requiring increased uplift resistance for earthquake or wind loading
- Applications where a lower-profile fastener is preferred over standard through-bolt connections
- Projects requiring load distribution beyond the column footprint via an extended bearing seat
What's Included
- 1x Simpson Strong-Tie CCQ44SDS2.5-R CCQ Column Cap
- (30) 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (Model: SDS25212)
Installation Note: Install with (30) 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which are included with this column cap. Lag screws will not achieve the same load.
The CCQ44SDS2
Options
- Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
- The CCOQ and ECCOQ column cap only (no straps) may be ordered for field-welding to pipe or other columns. Dimensions are the same as the CCQ and ECCQ.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What beam and post sizes is the CCQ44SDS2.5-R compatible with?
- This column cap is designed for use with a nominal 4x beam and a nominal 4x post, making it suitable for standard 4x dimensional lumber connections in wood construction.
- What fasteners are required, and are they included?
- The CCQ44SDS2.5-R installs using 30 Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws measuring 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. (Model: SDS25212). These screws are included with the column cap, so no separate fastener purchase is necessary.
- Why use SDS screws instead of standard through bolts?
- Strong-Drive SDS screws provide a lower profile than standard through bolts and attach to a greater net section area of the column than a bolt attachment normally allows. This results in a cleaner, stronger connection while also speeding up the installation process.
- What material and finish is used on this column cap, and is it suitable for earthquake or wind loading?
- The CCQ44SDS2.5-R is constructed from 7-gauge steel with a Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish. It features certified welds for reliable strength and loading performance, and its uplift loads have been increased specifically to meet the demands of earthquake or wind loading conditions.
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