The Simpson CCCQM4.62-SDSG Cross Column Cap is a heavy-duty embedded column cap engineered for raised pier foundations and structural applications where heavy beams bear directly on concrete or concrete block columns. Built from 7-gauge steel with a Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) finish for lasting corrosion resistance, this connector combines a heavy-gauge beam seat with Simpson Strong-Tie SSTB anchor bolts to deliver the high uplift and lateral resistance required to help structures withstand high-wind events. The CCCQM design features a main channel with a stirrup on each side, allowing intermediate support beams to connect at 90 deg. angles along a floor support beam - making it a versatile and reliable solution for pier foundation framing systems.

Key Features

• Screws are configured to provide high uplift design values
• Certified welds for confidence in strength and loading
• SSTB offset allows flush installation to edge of pier
• SSTBs spaced to fit standard CMU cells
• Heavy-gauge beam seat supports heavy beam loads on concrete or concrete block columns
• Side stirrups on each side of the main channel accommodate intermediate beams at 90 deg. angles
• Hot Dip Galvanized finish provides enhanced corrosion resistance for demanding environments
• Manufactured in the United States
• Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws included

Specifications

• Model Number: CCCQM4.62-SDSG
• Main Channel Width (W1): 4 5/8 in.
• Side Stirrup Width (W3 and W4): 4 5/8 in.
• Main Channel Length (L1): 13 1/2 in.
• Side Stirrup Length (L2): 4 in.
• Material: 7-Gauge Steel
• Finish: Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG)
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Raised pier foundations requiring embedded column cap connections
• Applications where heavy beams rest on concrete or concrete block (CMU) columns
• Floor support beam connections along a pier with intermediate beams intersecting at 90 deg. angles
• High-wind-zone construction requiring enhanced uplift and lateral resistance
• GFCMU (Glass Fiber Composite Masonry Unit) and standard concrete pier applications
• Installations requiring flush placement to the edge of a pier using SSTB offset design

What's Included

• 1x CCCQM4.62-SDSG Cross Column Cap
• 1/4" x 2 1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (provided) - install in all round holes

Installation Notes

• Install 1/4" x 2 1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (provided) in all round holes. Lag screws will not achieve the same load.
• Minimum (4) #7 vertical rebar required (total for pier).
• SSTB anchor bolts provide the uplift and lateral resistance specified for high-wind applications.

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
• Available in widths up to nominal 7-1/8" width.
• For variable widths on side stirrups, specify W3 or W4 (3 1/4" to 7 1/8")

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of foundations or columns is this cap designed to work with?

The CCCQM4.62-SDSG is engineered for use with GFCMU (concrete masonry unit) columns and concrete piers, making it well suited for raised pier foundation framing systems where heavy beams bear directly on concrete or concrete block columns.

What is the main channel width and how do the side stirrups accommodate framing at angles?

The main channel width (W1) is 4 5/8 in. and the side stirrup widths (W3 and W4) are also 4 5/8 in. The side stirrups are located on each side of the main channel, allowing intermediate support beams to connect at 90 deg. angles along the floor support beam.

What finish does this column cap have, and why does it matter for outdoor or demanding environments?

This column cap features a Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) finish, which provides enhanced corrosion resistance for demanding environments where exposure to moisture or harsh conditions is a concern - helping extend the service life of the connector in outdoor or pier foundation applications.

What fasteners are included with this column cap, and what anchor bolts does it use?

The CCCQM4.62-SDSG includes Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws. It also uses Simpson Strong-Tie SSTB anchor bolts, which feature an offset design that allows flush installation to the edge of a pier, with spacing configured to fit standard CMU cells.