Simpson Post Brackets, Bases, & Caps Guide

• ABA: Adjustable, basic post base for general applications where additional support is not as necessary compared to the other models.
• ABU: Adjustable with an uplift (additional material providing more surface coverage of the post base) that can be secured using nails or bolts, which is useful for heavier or more demanding applications.
• ABW: Adjustable with wraparound support allows for fastening on three vertical sides of the post base, with an additional fourth side being able to bend up to provide additional wraparound support.

The RPBZ retrofit post base is a handy tool designed to strengthen existing posts and columns. This one-size-fits-all model works with any post that's as big as a double 2x4 or larger, making it incredibly versatile. You can use it not just for reinforcing old posts but also for ensuring new ones are solidly connected in structures like braced carports, patio covers, decks, and other outdoor features.

For added safety, the RPBZ can be combined with a CPS composite plastic standoff to help meet building regulations that require a 1-inch gap between the post and ground, protecting your structure from moisture and decay. Installation is straightforward: one RPBZ can be used if your post is right up against a corner, or you can use two for posts that are set away from edges. This setup helps your posts stand strong against wind and earthquakes.

• PB: Ideal for applications where the aesthetic finish is important, and the risk of moisture exposure is minimal. While robust, these post bases do not prevent the post from rotating about the base which means they are not suitable for structures with no top-support like fences or carports without additional bracing.
• PBS: The PBS bases are meant to be set into wet concrete, allowing the concrete to flow into the base for a firm set. These are a great solution for outdoor structures exposed to weather, like decks and pergolas, where preventing moisture-induced decay is crucial.

The PPBZ porch base is designed for easy installation to support the framing of your porch. With this base, you won't need temporary supports during construction, which simplifies the work for subcontractors and ensures the porch is safe and accessible for installers and inspectors at all times.

The PPBZ is strong enough to handle the weight of most porch frames and roof overhangs even before the concrete floor is poured, ensuring your porch is stable and secure throughout the building process.

The PPBF adjustable porch post base is designed to support the framing of your porch reliably through every stage of construction. This advanced base eliminates the need for any temporary vertical supports, which means a more straightforward and robust construction process, especially beneficial when working on the porch roof.

This base is versatile enough to adjust for different porch-slab thicknesses ranging from 4 inches to 12 inches. Contractors can install the post base and the post right at the start of construction and adjust the height to match precisely where the future porch floor will be. This is done by turning the seat on the base up or down along a threaded rod to get the height just right before the concrete is poured.

E-Z products designed to simplify the reinforcement and installation of fence posts, making it both easy and cost-effective. These products are ideal for a variety of fence post projects.

• E-Z Fence Post Menders: These menders provide a straightforward solution for repairing rotted or damaged 4x4 wood posts, whether they are set in concrete or dirt. The E-Z mender allows you to reinforce weakened wood posts without the need to replace them or the concrete around them.
• E-Z Retrofit Post Bases: Perfect for attaching 4x4 wood posts to existing concrete, these retrofit post bases streamline the process. They can be securely bolted to the concrete using four 1/2" anchors, such as the Simpson Strong Bolt 2 wedge anchor or the Titen HD large diameter concrete screw, ensuring a stable and robust base for your posts.
• E-Z Fence Post Spikes: For projects requiring quick setup, the E-Z Fence Post Spikes are an excellent choice. These spikes enable you to install 4x4 wood posts without the need to dig holes or pour concrete. They are versatile and can be used in various applications where fast and easy post installation is beneficial.

The Simpson Outdoor Accents collection features post bases specifically designed to secure wood columns to concrete, providing a 1-inch standoff height that helps prevent decay by elevating the wood away from moisture. These post bases are versatile, accommodating both nominal and rough lumber sizes. Additionally, optional decorative side plates are available, enhancing the aesthetic appeal by giving the look of a four-sided post base. This not only adds to the visual interest of the structure but also can complement the architectural style of the surrounding environment.

• CBS: is typically installed using standard hardware and does not come with specific fastening equipment, which provides flexibility in choosing the appropriate hardware based on specific project needs.
• CBSQ: includes Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, facilitating faster installation and a reduced reveal, which offers a cleaner look and maintains more of the column’s cross-sectional area compared to traditional bolts.

• Enhanced uplift resistance suitable for areas prone to high winds or seismic activity.
• Bolt hole placements conform to code requirements, ensuring maximum capacity and safety.

• BC Post Caps are suitable for light-duty connections and designed to connect a single beam to a post, ideal for straightforward, small-scale home DIY projects or light structural applications where a single beam is mounted on a post, such as in deck framing or simple overhangs.
• BCS Post Caps features double-shear nailing which distributes the load more effectively across two points, enhancing strength for heavier-duty applications. These are best suited for more complex or heavy-load projects where multiple beam layers are used, such as in large deck constructions, commercial buildings, or where additional beam strength is necessary to support greater loads.

• EPCZ Post Caps are specifically end post caps, which implies it's used at the termination points of the construction. These are ideal for structures where beams end at a post and require secure, corrosion-resistant anchoring, such as the ends of a pergola or deck.
• PCZ Post Caps serves as general post-to-beam connectors, not specifically at the end points. These are suitable for a broad range of applications in framing and building, providing flexibility and strength wherever a beam connects to a post, such as in deck frameworks or overhead structures.

• AC Post Caps feature flexible nailing patterns to accommodate different loading requirements. Suitable for projects where variable load levels are anticipated, such as in community centers or public structures, where flexibility in structural support strength is needed.
• LCE Post Caps are designed for conditions where the end of a beam bears directly on a post, and it can accommodate 4x and 6x lumber sizes. Ideal for pergolas, carports, and other outdoor structures where beams end at a post and require a strong, reliable connection.
• LPCZ Post Caps feature an adjustable design, suitable for 4x or 6x beams, and available in two different gauges depending on the beam size. These are perfect for decks, overhangs, and other constructions where adaptability is crucial and environmental exposure is a concern, requiring robust corrosion protection.

• CCQM this model is tailored for use with floor support beams in non-corner locations. The system, which includes certified welds and unique Simpson Strong-Tie SSTB anchor bolts, ensures a secure, flush installation to the edge of the pier using 1/4" x 2 1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
• CCTQM this model is suited for floor support beams in non-corner locations and includes a side stirrup to facilitate connections with intermediate beams at 90° angles. Key features include heavy-gauge beam seats, certified welds, and unique Simpson Strong-Tie® SSTB® anchor bolts that enable a flush installation to the pier edge, using 1/4" x 2 1/2" Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for optimal security.
• CCCQM these accommodate floor support beams and intermediate beams at 90° angles using a stirrup on each side of the main channel. The system features hot-dip galvanized or Simpson Strong-Tie gray finishes and uses 1/4" x 2 1/2" Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for secure installation. Certified welds and strategic screw configuration ensure high uplift and reliable load capacity.

• ECCLQ tailored for strong column-beam connections in "L" formation applications, where two beams intersect at the end of a column. It ensures effective load distribution and robust support using Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws.
• CCCQ engineered for effective column-to-beam connections with multiple wood beams atop a column, ensuring optimal load distribution and support. Utilizing Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws, the CCCQ offers a faster installation and a sleeker profile than traditional through bolts.
• CCTQ specifically crafted for strong column-to-beam connections in a "T" formation, efficiently distributing the load from intersecting beams and ensuring support. It features Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for quicker, lower-profile installations compared to standard bolts and is custom-ordered to fit various beam and post sizes.

• CCOS offers a high-capacity solution for column-to-beam connections, designed specifically for field welding to steel columns without column straps. For efficient installation, it utilizes Simpson Strong-Tie Quik Drive self-tapping screws to secure the column cap to the cap plate. Key features include adequate bearing length for handling larger girder reactions and compatibility with both solid sawn lumber and engineered wood products.
• LCC engineered for welding directly to lally columns and attaching to girders, providing a high-capacity column-to-beam connection suitable for new or replacement applications. It features side plates that secure the beam, facilitating a safer installation than typical cap plates. The cap's design ensures precise positioning over the column for welding and is specifically tailored for use with 3 1/2" and 4" diameter lally columns, offering adequate bearing length for handling larger girder reactions.