Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie CCQ48SDS2.5 CCQ Column Cap delivers a high-capacity, engineered connection between a 4x beam and an 8x post in wood construction. Designed to eliminate the need for additional brackets or braces, the CCQ features an extended seat that provides additional bearing surface area beyond each side of the column - helping distribute load from the beam and reinforce the connection where it matters most. Rather than relying on traditional through bolts, this column cap uses Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector Screws for faster installation and attachment to a greater net section area of the column. The result is a lower-profile, structurally superior connection engineered for demanding wood framing applications. Fabricated from 7-gauge steel with certified welds and finished in Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint, the CCQ48SDS2.5 is built and finished in the United States to meet the performance standards professionals depend on.
Key Features
- Lower Profile Installation: Strong-Drive SDS screws provide a lower profile than standard through bolts, resulting in a cleaner, less obtrusive connection.
- Certified Welds: All welds are certified, providing confidence in the structural strength and load performance of the cap.
- Enhanced Uplift Resistance: Uplift loads have been increased to address earthquake or wind loading demands.
- Diamond Holes for Temporary Fastening: Integrated diamond holes allow for convenient temporary fastening during installation.
- Extended Bearing Seat: The seat of the column cap extends beyond each side of the column, increasing load distribution from the beam.
- Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction: Made from 7-gauge steel for robust, durable performance in structural applications.
- Gray Paint Finish: Finished in Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint for a consistent, professional appearance.
- Screws Included: Comes complete with the required Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws - no separate hardware purchase needed.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): CCQ48SDS2.5
- Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Nominal Beam Width: 4x
- Nominal Post Size: 8x
- Material Gauge: 7-Gauge Steel
- Finish / Coating: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Column-to-beam connections in wood construction requiring high-capacity load transfer
- Structural framing applications subject to earthquake or high-wind uplift loading
- Projects requiring a 4x beam paired with an 8x post column connection
- Applications where a low-profile fastening solution is preferred over standard through bolts
What's Included
- 1x Simpson Strong-Tie CCQ48SDS2.5 Column Cap
- 30x 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 the column cap. Lag screws will not achieve the same load.
Related Products
Looking for a column cap without legs for field-welding to pipe or other columns? The following cap-only options share the same dimensions as the CCQ and ECCQ series and may be ordered for field-welding applications:
Options
- Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
Frequently Asked Questions
- What beam and post sizes is the CCQ48SDS2.5 designed to fit?
- This column cap is designed for use with a nominal 4x beam and a nominal 8x post in wood construction applications.
- What fasteners are required for installation, and are they included?
- Installation requires 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.
- Why are SDS screws used instead of traditional through bolts?
- Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws provide a lower profile than standard through bolts and attach to a greater net section area of the column, resulting in a cleaner connection and structurally superior performance compared to a typical bolt attachment.
- What material and finish is used on the CCQ48SDS2.5?
- The column cap is fabricated from 7-gauge steel with certified welds and finished in Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint.
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