The Simpson Strong-Tie CC5 1/4-6ROT Column Cap is a heavy-duty bolted column cap engineered to deliver robust column-to-beam connections in wood construction applications. Designed to accommodate a 5-1/8" beam width with rotated strap configuration, this connector features a bearing seat that extends beyond each side of the column, effectively distributing load from the beam while providing reliable structural support at the connection point. Finished in Simpson Strong-Tie's signature gray paint and manufactured in the United States, the CC5 1/4-6ROT is built to meet the demands of residential and commercial wood framing projects where engineered performance and code compliance are essential.

Key Features

• Certified Welds - Provides confidence in connector strength and load-carrying capacity
• Increased Uplift Loads - Enhanced resistance designed to perform under earthquake and high-wind loading conditions
• NDS-Compliant Bolt Spacing - Bolt placement meets National Design Specification code requirements for optimal structural performance
• Diamond Holes - Included to allow temporary fastening during installation for easier positioning and alignment
• Extended Bearing Seat - Seat surface area extends beyond each side of the column to improve load distribution at the beam-column interface
• Rotated Strap Configuration - Straps are rotated 90 deg. to suit specific framing orientations and connection requirements
• Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint Finish - Provides a consistent, durable coating suitable for protected wood construction environments
• Made in the USA - Manufactured domestically to Simpson Strong-Tie quality standards

Specifications

• Model Number: CC5 1/4-6ROT
• Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
• Beam Width: 5-1/8 in.
• W1 Dimension: 5-1/4 in.
• W2 Dimension: 5-1/2 in.
• L (Length) Dimension: 13 in.
• H1 (Height) Dimension: 8 in.
• Bolt Size: 3/4 in.
• Country of Origin: United States

Approved Applications

• Column-to-beam connections in wood post-and-beam construction
• Structural framing applications requiring engineered load transfer at column tops
• Applications requiring rotated strap orientation for clearance or framing constraints
• Connections subject to elevated uplift forces from seismic or high-wind load conditions
• Projects where NDS bolt spacing compliance is required

Options

• Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
• Straps may be rotated 90 deg. () and for CC5 1/4-6.
• For special, custom, or rough-cut lumber sizes, provide dimensions. An optional W2 dimension may be specified. (The W2 dimension on straps rotated 90 deg. is limited by the W1 dimension.)

Material
CC3 1/4, CC44, CC46, CC48, CC4.62, CC64, CC66, CC68, CC6-7 1/8 - 7 gauge; all others - 3 gauge

Frequently Asked Questions

What beam width is the CC5 1/4-6ROT designed to accommodate?

The CC5 1/4-6ROT is specifically designed to accommodate a 5-1/8" beam width, making it suited for engineered lumber and glulam beam applications of that dimension.

What does the "ROT" designation mean for this column cap?

The "ROT" designation indicates a rotated strap configuration, meaning the straps are rotated 90 deg. to suit specific framing orientations and connection requirements that differ from standard column cap installations.

How does the extended bearing seat improve structural performance?

The bearing seat on the CC5 1/4-6ROT extends beyond each side of the column, which improves load distribution at the beam-to-column interface and helps deliver more reliable structural support at the connection point.

Is this column cap suitable for high-wind or seismic applications?

Yes. The CC5 1/4-6ROT features increased uplift load capacity, which is specifically designed to provide enhanced resistance under earthquake and high-wind loading conditions, making it appropriate for demanding residential and commercial wood framing projects where these forces must be addressed.