Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie CCQ44SDS2.5-R CCQ Column Cap delivers a high-capacity column-to-beam connection engineered for reliable performance in wood construction. Designed for use with a 4x beam and 4x post, this column cap features an extended bearing seat that reaches beyond each side of the column, helping distribute load from the beam and provide added support at the connection point. Rather than relying on standard through bolts, the CCQ44SDS2.5-R uses Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for faster installation and engagement with a greater net section area of the column. The result is a strong, low-profile connection suited to demanding structural applications. Constructed from 7-gauge steel with a Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish, this column cap is manufactured in the United States and arrives with all required SDS screws included.
Key Features
- Low-Profile Hardware: Strong-Drive SDS screws provide a lower profile than standard through bolts, keeping the connection clean and unobtrusive.
- Certified Welds: Certified welds deliver confidence in strength and loading performance at every connection point.
- Enhanced Uplift Resistance: Uplift loads have been increased to meet the demands of earthquake or wind loading conditions.
- Diamond Holes for Temporary Fastening: Diamond holes allow for quick, temporary fastening during installation, simplifying the assembly process.
- Extended Bearing Seat: The seat of the column cap provides additional bearing surface area extending beyond each side of the column to help distribute beam loads effectively.
- Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction: Built from 7-gauge steel for robust structural integrity.
- Durable Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish provides a consistent, protective coating.
- Includes Fasteners: Ships complete with (30) 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws - no additional hardware purchase required.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): CCQ44SDS2.5-R
- Nominal Beam Width: 4x
- Nominal Post Size: 4x
- Member Size: 4x beam, 4x post
- 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 projects
- Structural connections requiring increased uplift resistance for earthquake or wind loading
- Applications where a lower-profile fastener is preferred over standard through-bolt connections
- Projects requiring load distribution beyond the column footprint via an extended bearing seat
What's Included
- 1x Simpson Strong-Tie CCQ44SDS2.5-R CCQ Column Cap
- (30) 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws (Model: SDS25212)
Installation Note: Install with (30) 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, which are included with this column cap. Lag screws will not achieve the same load.
The CCQ44SDS2
Options
- Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
- The CCOQ and ECCOQ column cap only (no straps) may be ordered for field-welding to pipe or other columns. Dimensions are the same as the CCQ and ECCQ.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What beam and post sizes is the CCQ44SDS2.5-R compatible with?
- This column cap is designed for use with a nominal 4x beam and a nominal 4x post, making it suitable for standard 4x dimensional lumber connections in wood construction.
- What fasteners are required, and are they included?
- The CCQ44SDS2.5-R installs using 30 Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws measuring 1/4 in. x 2-1/2 in. (Model: SDS25212). These screws are included with the column cap, so no separate fastener purchase is necessary.
- Why use SDS screws instead of standard through bolts?
- Strong-Drive SDS screws provide a lower profile than standard through bolts and attach to a greater net section area of the column than a bolt attachment normally allows. This results in a cleaner, stronger connection while also speeding up the installation process.
- What material and finish is used on this column cap, and is it suitable for earthquake or wind loading?
- The CCQ44SDS2.5-R is constructed from 7-gauge steel with a Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish. It features certified welds for reliable strength and loading performance, and its uplift loads have been increased specifically to meet the demands of earthquake or wind loading conditions.
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