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
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Certified Welds - Provides confidence in connector strength and load-carrying capacity
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Increased Uplift Loads - Enhanced resistance designed to perform under earthquake and high-wind loading conditions
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NDS-Compliant Bolt Spacing - Bolt placement meets National Design Specification code requirements for optimal structural performance
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Diamond Holes - Included to allow temporary fastening during installation for easier positioning and alignment
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Extended Bearing Seat - Seat surface area extends beyond each side of the column to improve load distribution at the beam-column interface
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Rotated Strap Configuration - Straps are rotated 90 deg. to suit specific framing orientations and connection requirements
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Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint Finish - Provides a consistent, durable coating suitable for protected wood construction environments
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Made in the USA - Manufactured domestically to Simpson Strong-Tie quality standards
Specifications
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Model Number: CC5 1/4-6ROT
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Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
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Beam Width: 5-1/8 in.
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W1 Dimension: 5-1/4 in.
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W2 Dimension: 5-1/2 in.
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L (Length) Dimension: 13 in.
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H1 (Height) Dimension: 8 in.
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Bolt Size: 3/4 in.
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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
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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.
