The Simpson CCQ6-7.13SDS2.5 CCQ Column Cap from Simpson Strong-Tie is engineered to deliver strong, high-capacity column-to-beam connections in wood construction. Sized for a 6x nominal beam width and a 7-1/8 in. post, this column cap features an extended bearing seat that projects beyond each side of the column, distributing load from the beam across a greater surface area to reinforce the integrity of every connection. Instead of standard through bolts, installation relies on Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which engage a greater net section area of the column and maintain a lower profile for a cleaner, more efficient result. Built from 7-gauge steel with certified welds and a Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish, this column cap is a dependable structural solution for projects subject to demanding load and uplift requirements.

Key Features

• Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws included - replaces standard through bolts with a lower-profile fastening method that attaches to a greater net section area of the column, reducing installation complexity without sacrificing strength
• Extended bearing seat - projects beyond each side of the column to distribute beam loads across a larger surface area, improving load transfer and overall connection support
• Certified welds - provide verified strength and loading confidence, giving builders assurance that every connection meets structural expectations
• Increased uplift load capacity - engineered to handle elevated uplift forces from earthquake or wind loading conditions, making this cap suitable for seismic and high-wind construction zones
• Diamond holes for temporary fastening - allow the cap to be held securely in position during installation before final fasteners are driven, streamlining the process on the jobsite
• 7-gauge steel construction with gray paint finish - delivers the material thickness and corrosion-resistant coating needed for structural column cap applications in wood framing
• Fits 6x nominal beam with 7-1/8 in. post - precision-sized to match specific framing members, eliminating the need for additional brackets or braces at the connection point

Why This Product

• Fastener-included convenience - the package includes the required Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, so builders arrive on site with everything needed for a complete, code-ready column-to-beam connection
• Built for wind and seismic demands - uplift loads have been specifically increased to address earthquake and wind loading conditions, making this column cap a practical choice for structures in regions with elevated environmental load requirements
• Cleaner installation than bolted alternatives - SDS screw fastening provides a lower profile than standard through bolts while engaging more of the column's net section area, resulting in a stronger and less visually obtrusive connection
• Engineered load distribution - the extended bearing seat design spreads beam loads beyond the column face, reducing point stress at the connection and supporting the long-term structural integrity of post-and-beam assemblies

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): CCQ6-7.13SDS2.5
• Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Series: CCQ Column Cap
• Nominal Beam Width: 6x
• Post Width: 7-1/8 in.
• Member Size: 6x beam, 7-1/8 in. post
• Beam Width: 5-1/4 in. or 5-1/2 in.
• Width 1: 5-1/2 in.
• Width 2: 7-1/8 in.
• Length 1: 11 in.
• Height 1: 7 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 where high-capacity load transfer is required
• Structural connections subject to elevated uplift loads due to earthquake or wind loading conditions
• Projects requiring a 6x nominal beam with a 7-1/8 in. post configuration
• Applications where a lower-profile fastener is preferred over standard through bolts
• Wood construction projects that benefit from extended bearing surface area for improved load distribution

Note: CCOQ and ECCOQ column cap only (no straps) versions may be ordered for field-welding to pipe or other columns. Dimensions are the same as the CCQ and ECCQ. For rough-cut lumber sizes,