Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie ECCQ7.1-6SDS2.5 End Column Cap delivers a high-capacity connection for column-beam combinations in end-of-beam wood construction applications. Engineered and tested to perform, this connector is designed for a 7-inch beam width paired with a 6x post, providing a reliable, load-bearing interface where structural integrity matters most. The seat of the column cap provides an additional bearing surface area that extends beyond the side of the column, helping to distribute beam loads effectively and support the overall connection. Built from heavy-duty 3-gauge steel and finished in Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint, the ECCQ7.1-6SDS2.5 meets the demanding standards of both residential and commercial wood-frame construction. The connector arrives ready to install, complete with 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws - the choice of engineers and contractors who trust genuine Simpson Strong-Tie connectors for projects that must be stronger and safer.
Key Features
- SDS Screw Installation: Uses Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive SDS screws to provide faster installation and delivers a greater net section area of the column compared to standard bolt attachments.
- Lower Profile Connection: SDS screws provide a lower profile compared to standard through bolts, resulting in a cleaner, less obtrusive finished connection.
- High-Capacity Column-Beam Connection: The extended bearing seat surface distributes load from the beam and provides additional support at end-of-beam column applications.
- Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction: Made from 3-gauge steel for exceptional strength and durability under structural loads.
- Certified Welds: Certified welds provide confidence in strength and loading performance.
- Uplift Load Capacity: Uplift loads have been increased to accommodate earthquake or wind loading requirements.
- Diamond Holes: Diamond holes allow for temporary fastening during installation.
- Durable Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish for long-lasting performance.
- Screws Included: 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws are included - no separate hardware purchase required.
Specifications
- Model Number (MPN): ECCQ7.1-6SDS2.5
- Beam Width: 7 in.
- Post Size: 6x Post
- Dimension W1: 7-1/8 in.
- Dimension W2: 5-1/2 in.
- Dimension L: 8-1/2 in.
- Dimension H: 7 in.
Options
- Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
Frequently Asked Questions
- What beam and post sizes is the ECCQ7.1-6SDS2.5 designed to fit?
- This end column cap is designed for use with a 7-inch wide beam and a 6x post, providing a high-capacity connection at column-beam combinations in end-of-beam wood construction applications.
- What fasteners are required for installation, and are they included?
- The ECCQ7.1-6SDS2.5 installs using 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which are included with the connector. No additional fasteners need to be purchased separately.
- Why use SDS screws instead of standard through bolts for this connector?
- Strong-Drive SDS screws offer two key advantages over standard through bolts: they provide faster installation and deliver a greater net section area of the column, and they result in a lower profile connection compared to standard through bolts, producing a cleaner, less obtrusive finished connection.
- What material and finish is the ECCQ7.1-6SDS2.5 made from?
- The connector is made from heavy-duty 3-gauge steel and finished in Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint, meeting the demanding standards of both residential and commercial wood-frame construction.
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