The Simpson 4 5/8 in. T-Shape Column Cap for GFCMU and Concrete Piers is a heavy-duty structural connector engineered for raised pier foundations and pier-and-beam floor systems where heavy beams bear directly on concrete or concrete masonry unit columns. Its distinctive T-shape profile with integrated side stirrup is purpose-built for non-corner, intermediate locations along a floor support beam, allowing a secondary beam to intersect the main support beam at a precise 90 deg. angle. Finished in hot-dip galvanized coating and paired with SDS screws, this Simpson column cap delivers the corrosion resistance and connection strength that demanding structural applications require.

Key Features

• T-shape configuration with side stirrup - accommodates intersecting support beams at 90 deg. angles in intermediate, along-beam positions, making it the correct choice for pier-and-beam layouts where a corner cap would not perform correctly
• 4 5/8 in. main channel and side stirrup width - sized to match common timber beam dimensions used in raised pier foundation systems, helping ensure a proper, load-bearing fit without field modification
• 7 gauge heavy material - the thick steel construction supports the high uplift and lateral resistance needed when heavy beams bear directly on concrete or CMU piers, particularly in high-wind regions
• Hot-dip galvanized finish - provides long-term corrosion protection suited for exterior, ground-adjacent, and moisture-prone foundation environments where bare or lightly coated steel would deteriorate
• Compatible with Simpson Strong-Tie SSTB anchor bolts - ensures the cap integrates cleanly into engineered foundation assemblies already specifying that anchor bolt family, reducing compatibility guesswork on the job site
• Includes SDS screws - fasteners are supplied with the cap so installers have the correct hardware on hand without sourcing separately, keeping the installation consistent with the connector's design load ratings

Why This Product

• Engineered specifically for intermediate pier locations - unlike a standard column cap, the T-shape design solves the real-world challenge of supporting two beam directions simultaneously at a single pier, reducing the need for field-fabricated solutions or structural workarounds
• High-wind-resistant connection in a single assembly - the combination of heavy 7 gauge steel construction and SSTB anchor bolt compatibility delivers the uplift and lateral resistance that engineered pier-and-beam systems in wind-prone areas demand
• Corrosion-ready from the factory - the hot-dip galvanized finish means the connector is prepared for the harsh, moisture-rich environment common at grade level and around concrete piers, without requiring additional field treatment
• Complete fastening solution out of the box - because SDS screws are included, the cap arrives ready for installation with hardware matched to the connector, helping maintain the structural integrity the design is rated to achieve

Specifications

• Specification: Value
• Model Number: CCTQM4.62-SDSG
• Description: 4.62" Masonry CC T-Shape w/SDS Screws HDG
• Main Channel Width (W1): 4 5/8 in.
• Side Stirrup Width (W3 and W4): 4 5/8 in.
• Main Channel Length (L1): 13 1/2 in.
• Side Stirrup Length (L2): 4 in.
• Material Gauge: 7 gauge