The Simpson Strong-Tie ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT is a 6-3/4" x 6-3/4" End Column Cap with Rotated Straps, engineered to deliver strong, reliable column-to-beam connections in end-of-beam applications throughout wood construction. Built from heavy-duty 3-gauge steel and finished in Simpson Strong-Tie Gray paint, this end column cap features a seat that provides an additional surface area of bearing extending beyond the side of the column. This extended bearing surface helps distribute the load from the beam and provides critical support for the connection. The ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT comes complete with 1/4" x 2-1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for fast, high-strength installation, and is manufactured in the United States.

Key Features

• Extended Bearing Seat: The seat of the column cap provides additional bearing surface area that extends beyond the side of the column, helping to distribute load from the beam efficiently.
• SDS Screw Installation: Uses Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which provide a lower profile than standard through bolts and attach to a greater net section area of the column than bolt attachment normally entails.
• Certified Welds: Certified welds for confidence in strength and loading performance.
• Enhanced Uplift Resistance: Uplift loads have been increased for earthquake or wind loading applications.
• Diamond Holes: Diamond holes included for temporary fastening during installation.
• Rotated Straps: Straps are rotated 90 deg. for flexible installation configurations.
• Screws Included: Ships complete with all required SDS fasteners - no separate hardware purchase needed.
• American Made: Manufactured in the United States.

Specifications

• Model Number: ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT
• Beam Width: 6-3/4 in.
• Dimension W1: 6-7/8 in.
• Dimension W2: 6-7/8 in.
• Dimension L (Length): 8-1/2 in.
• Dimension H (Height): 7 in.
• Material: 3-Gauge Steel
• Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
• Fasteners Included (Beam): 14 - 1/4" x 2-1/2" SDS Screws
• Fasteners Included (Post): 14 - 1/4" x 2-1/2" SDS Screws
• Screw Size: 1/4" x 2-1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector Screws
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• End-of-beam column-to-beam connections in wood construction
• Structural post and beam framing applications
• Applications requiring enhanced uplift resistance for seismic (earthquake) loading
• Applications requiring enhanced uplift resistance for high-wind loading
• Heavy timber and engineered lumber column cap connections

What's Included

• 1 x Simpson Strong-Tie ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT End Column Cap (Rotated Straps)
• 14 x 1/4" x 2-1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector Screws (Beam)
• 14 x 1/4" x 2-1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector Screws (Post)

Installation

The ECCQ uses Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for fast installation and to attach to a greater net section area of the column than a bolt attachment normally entails.

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders

Frequently Asked Questions

What size column is this end column cap designed to fit?

The ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT is designed to fit a 6-3/4" x 6-3/4" column, making it suited for heavy timber and engineered lumber applications of that dimension.

What does "rotated straps" mean on this column cap?

The rotated straps on the ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT are oriented 90 deg. from a standard configuration, which provides flexible installation options depending on the specific framing layout and end-of-beam application requirements.

What fasteners are included, and why are SDS screws used instead of through bolts?

The ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT comes with 1/4" x 2-1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws. These screws offer a lower profile than standard through bolts and attach to a greater net section area of the column than bolt attachment normally allows, resulting in a strong, efficient connection.

What material and finish is used on this column cap?

The ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT is constructed from heavy-duty 3-gauge steel and finished with Simpson Strong-Tie Gray paint, providing durability suitable for wood construction applications.