Product Description
The Simpson Strong-Tie ECC68PC is a heavy-duty black powder-coated end column cap engineered to deliver reliable column-to-beam connections in end-of-beam applications throughout wood construction. The seat of the column cap provides an extended bearing surface area beyond one side of the column, helping to effectively distribute loads from the beam while maintaining a strong, supported connection. Built from robust 7-gauge steel and finished with a durable black powder-coat, the ECC68PC is designed to meet the demands of structural applications where performance and code compliance are essential.
Key Features
- Certified welds for confidence in strength and loading
- Uplift loads increased for earthquake or wind loading
- Bolt spacing that meets NDS code requirements to ensure optimal performance
- Diamond holes to provide temporary fastening
- Extended seat bearing surface distributes load beyond one side of the column
- Black powder-coat finish for a clean, finished appearance
- Heavy-duty 7-gauge steel construction for structural integrity
Specifications
- Model Number: ECC68PC
- Description: 6X Beam, 8X Post Black End Column Cap
- Material: 7 Gauge Steel
- Finish: Black Powder-Coat
- Fasteners Required: 5/8" Machine Bolts - Beam (2), Post (2)
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- End-of-beam column-to-beam connections in wood construction
- Structural applications requiring strong uplift resistance for earthquake or wind loading
- Post and beam construction requiring NDS code-compliant bolt spacing
- Applications where extended bearing surface area is needed to distribute beam loads to a column
What's Included
- 1x Simpson Strong-Tie ECC68PC End Column Cap
- Note: 5/8" Machine Bolts (Beam x2, Post x2) are required and not included
- Contact us for Configurable Options and Special orders
- Straps may be rotated 90 deg. (see SPECS)
- 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.)
Note: Product dimensions may differ from picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What beam and post sizes is the ECC68PC designed to fit?
- The ECC68PC is specifically designed for use with a 6X beam and an 8X post, making it suitable for heavy timber construction where those dimensional lumber sizes are used.
- What fasteners are required to install the ECC68PC?
- Installation requires 5/8" machine bolts - two for the beam connection and two for the post connection. The bolt spacing is designed to meet NDS code requirements for optimal performance.
- What type of steel and finish does the ECC68PC use?
- The ECC68PC is constructed from heavy-duty 7-gauge steel and finished with a black powder-coat. This combination provides structural integrity for demanding load applications while offering a clean, finished appearance.
- Is the ECC68PC suitable for use in earthquake or high-wind regions?
- Yes. The ECC68PC features increased uplift load capacity specifically to address earthquake and wind loading conditions, and includes certified welds to provide additional confidence in strength and load performance in these demanding environments.
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