The Simpson Triple 2x Beam to Triple 2x Post Column Cap with SDS Screws is a heavy-duty connector built for structural wood-frame applications where a secure, high-strength column-to-beam connection is essential. Designed by Simpson to join triple 2x beams to triple 2x posts, this column cap features an extended bearing seat that distributes load beyond each side of the column, providing critical support at the connection point. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws are included and enable fast installation while engaging a greater net section area of the post than traditional bolt attachments - all in a lower-profile assembly. A Hot Dip Galvanized finish makes this connector a dependable choice for exposed, outdoor, and corrosive environments.

Key Features

• Extended Bearing Seat - The seat surface projects beyond each side of the column, distributing beam loads more effectively and improving structural performance at the connection point.
• Strong-Drive SDS Screw Installation - Included SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws fasten to a greater net section area of the post than standard bolt connections, delivering high load capacity without the need for through bolts or pre-drilling large holes.
• Hot Dip Galvanized Finish - Provides lasting corrosion resistance for use in exposed, outdoor, and chemically demanding environments where unprotected hardware would deteriorate over time.
• 7 Gauge Steel Construction - Heavy-gauge material delivers the structural rigidity needed for demanding column-to-beam connections in wood-frame buildings.
• Lower-Profile Assembly - The compact design keeps the connection tight and unobtrusive, which is especially valuable in finished or semi-finished structural applications.

Why This Product

• Purpose-Built Fit for Triple 2x Connections - Engineered specifically for triple 2x beam to triple 2x post assemblies, this cap eliminates the guesswork of adapting a generic connector to a non-standard configuration, ensuring proper fit and rated performance from the start.
• Faster, Stronger Installation Without Through Bolts - The included Strong-Drive SDS screws allow one-person installation with a standard driver, skipping the layout, drilling, and hardware management that through-bolt methods require - without sacrificing connection strength.
• Ready for High-Demand Structural Environments - Suited for applications subject to earthquake or high-wind uplift loading, and finished in Hot Dip Galvanized coating to hold up in corrosive or exposed conditions where lesser hardware fails prematurely.
• American-Made Quality - Produced domestically under the Simpson brand, this column cap meets the expectations of contractors and engineers who specify reliable, traceable structural hardware for wood construction projects.

Specifications

• Model Number: CCQ4.62-4.62HDG
• Beam Size: Triple 2x
• Post Size: Triple 2x
• Material Thickness: 7 Gauge
• Finish: Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG)
• Beam Width: 4-1/2 in.
• Width 1: 4-5/8 in.
• Width 2: 4-5/8 in.
• Length 1: 11 in.
• Height 1: 7 in.
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Wood-frame construction requiring strong column-to-beam connections
• Structural applications subject to earthquake or high-wind uplift loading
• Exposed or corrosive environments where hot dip galvanized hardware is required
• Projects requiring fast, screw-based installation without the use of through bolts
• Field applications connecting Triple 2x beams to Triple 2x posts

What's Included

• CCQ4.62-4.62HDG Column Cap (1 piece)
• 1/4" x 2-1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (included with column cap)

Installation Notes

• Install with 1/4" x 2-1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which are provided with the column cap.
• Important: Lag screws will not achieve the same load as SDS screws and should not be substituted.
• CCOQ and ECCOQ column cap only (no straps) may be ordered for field-welding to pipe or other columns. Dimensions are the same as CCQ and ECCQ.

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders

Frequently Asked Questions

What size beams and posts is this column cap designed to fit?

The CCQ4.62-4.62HDG is engineered specifically for Triple 2x beam to Triple 2x post connections, making it suitable for wood construction applications where both the column and beam are built up from triple 2x lumber members.

What type of fasteners are used with this column cap, and are they included?

This column cap is installed using Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which are included with the column cap. These screws provide a lower profile than standard through bolts and attach to a greater net section area of the column, enabling fast and strong installation.

What finish does the CCQ4.62-4.62HDG have, and is it suitable for treated lumber?

This column cap features a Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) finish, which provides corrosion resistance suited for exposed and treated-lumber applications, making it appropriate for demanding structural environments where moisture or chemical exposure may be a concern.

Does this column cap offer any provisions for easier installation or temporary fastening?

Yes, the CCQ4.62-4.62HDG includes diamond holes that allow for temporary fastening during installation, helping to hold the connector in place while final fasteners are driven. The extended bearing seat also helps support the connection during assembly.