• Bolted Column Caps

    Bolted Column Caps

    Bolted Column Caps

  • SDS Screw Column Caps

    SDS Screw Column Caps

    SDS Screw Column Caps

  • Lally/Steel Column Caps

    Lally/Steel Column Caps

    Lally/Steel Column Caps

  • GFCMU and Concrete Piers

    GFCMU and Concrete Piers

    GFCMU and Concrete Piers

Column Caps

  • ECCU Callout (ECCU44 has only 2 bolts to beam)
    SKU: ECCU 5/8

    Simpson ECCU 5/8 End Column Cap with Uplift

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  • ECCO End Column Cap Legs Omitted - ECCO4 shown
    SKU: ECCO4

    Simpson ECCO4 End Column Cap Legs Omitted, 7 Gauge

    • Connection Type: Provides strong column to beam connection while the strapless design is intended for field welding to a steel column.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 4x beams.
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  • Simpson ECC5 148 End Column Cap Gray Paint image 1 of 2
    SKU: ECC5 1/4-8

    Simpson ECC5 1/4-8 End Column Cap- Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 5-1/8x beams and 8x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson ECC86 End Column Cap Gray Paint image 1 of 2
    SKU: ECC86

    Simpson ECC86 End Column Cap - Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 8x beams and 6x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson ECC76ROT End Column Cap (90 Deg. Rotated Straps)- Gray Paint
    SKU: ECC76ROT

    Simpson ECC76ROT End Column Cap (90 Deg. Rotated Straps)- Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 7x beams and 6x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson ECC46HDG End Column Cap Hot Dip Galvanized image 1 of 2
    SKU: ECC46HDG

    Simpson ECC46HDG End Column Cap - Hot Dip Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 4x beams and 6x posts/columns.
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  • CCOQ Column Cap Only, Quick-Install
    SKU: CCOQ8-SDS2.5

    Simpson CCOQ8-SDS2.5 Column Cap Only Quick-Install 3 Gauge - No Coating

    • Connection Type: Provides strong column to beam connection while the strapless design is intended for field welding to a steel column.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 8x beams and includes necessary SDS screws for quick installation.
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  • Simpson CCQ88SDS25HDG Column Cap wSDS Screws Hot Dip Galvanized image 1 of 2
    SKU: CCQ88SDS2.5HDG

    Simpson CCQ88SDS2.5HDG Column Cap w/SDS Screws - Hot Dip Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Provides strong column to beam connection and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 8x beams and 8x posts/columns and includes necessary SDS screws for quick installation.
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  • ECCQ End Column Cap, Quick-Install - ECCQ44 shown
    SKU: ECCQ4.62-4.62SDS

    Simpson ECCQ4.62-4.62SDS End Column Cap w/SDS Screws - Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 4-5/8x beams and 4-5/8x posts/columns.
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  • ECCQ End Column Cap, Quick-Install - ECCQ71-6SDS25 shown
    SKU: ECCQ94SDS2.5

    Simpson ECCQ94SDS2.5 End Column Cap w/SDS Screws - Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 9x beams and 4x posts/columns.
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  • CCQM3.62-SDSHDG Shown
    SKU: CCQM3.62-SDSHDG

    Simpson CCQM3.62-SDSHDG Column Cap for GFCMU and Concrete Piers

    • Connection Type: Provides strong column to beam connection for GFCMU and concrete piers and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 3-5/8x beams and posts/columns and includes necessary Strong-Tie SSTB anchor bolts for quick installation.
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  • Simpson CCCQ4X-SDS Cross Column Cap
    SKU: CCCQ4X-SDS

    Simpson CCCQ4X-SDS Cross Column Cap for 4X Beam W/Screws, Custom Non-Returnable

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  • Simpson ECCQ106SDS2.5ROT End Column Cap w/SDS Screws (90 Deg. Rotated Straps)
    SKU: ECCQ106SDS2.5

    Simpson ECCQ106SDS2.5 End Column Cap w/SDS Screws - Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 10x beams and 4x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson ECCQ77SDS25ROT End Column Cap wSDS Screws (90 Deg Rotated Straps) Gray Paint
    SKU: ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT

    Simpson ECCQ77SDS2.5ROT End Column Cap w/SDS Screws (90 Deg. Rotated Straps) - Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 6 3/4x beams and 6 7/8x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson ECCLR666 6x6x6 L Shaped End Column Cap - Right
    SKU: ECCLR444HDG

    Simpson ECCLR444HDG 4x4x4 End Column Cap Right Direction - Hot Dip Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams that form an "L" and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 4x beams and 4x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson Strong-Tie CCT6X T-Shape Custom Column Cap for 6X Beam
    SKU: CCT6X

    Simpson CCT6X T-Shape Column Cap for 6X Beam, Custom Non-Returnable

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  • Simpson ECC68PC End Column Cap - Black Powder Coat
    SKU: ECC68PC

    Simpson ECC68PC End Column Cap - Black Powder Coat

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 6x beams and 8x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson ECC48 End Column Cap - Gray Paint
    SKU: ECC48

    Simpson ECC48 End Column Cap- Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 4x beams and 8x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson ECC3 146HDG End Column Cap Hot Dip Galvanized image 1 of 2
    SKU: ECC3 1/4-6HDG

    Simpson ECC3 1/4-6HDG End Column Cap - Hot Dip Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 3-1/8x beams and 6x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson ECC84 End Column Cap Gray Paint image 1 of 2
    SKU: ECC84

    Simpson ECC84 End Column Cap- Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 8x beams and 4x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson ECCQ86SDS2.5ROT End Column Cap w/SDS Screws (90 Deg. Rotated Straps) - Gray Paint
    SKU: ECCQ86SDS2.5ROT

    Simpson ECCQ86SDS2.5ROT End Column Cap w/SDS Screws (90 Deg. Rotated Straps) - Gray Paint

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 7-1/2X beams and 6x posts/columns.
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  • Simpson Strong-Tie CCTQ3X-SDS T-Shape Column Cap for 3-1/8" Beam
    SKU: CCTQ3X-SDS

    Simpson CCTQ3X-SDS T-Shape Column Cap for 3-1/8" Beam W/SDS Screws, Custom Non-Returnable

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  • Simpson CCQ46SDS2.5-R Column Cap for 4X Beam
    SKU: CCQ46SDS2.5-R

    Simpson CCQ46SDS2.5-R Column Cap for 4X Beam, 6X POST W/SDS Screws

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  • ECCLQ End Column Cap L-Shaped, Quick-Install ECCLQL shown
    SKU: ECCLLQ3.25-4SDS

    Simpson ECCLLQ3.25-4SDS End Column Cap L-Shaped Left Quick-Install with Screws

    • Connection Type: Provides strong end-of-beam connection for column-to-beams that form an "L" and the extended area of the column seat offers additional surface area of bearing to distribute the load.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 3-1/4x beams and 4x posts/columns.
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Simpson Column Caps

Column caps cover the tops of columns, distributing loads effectively between columns and beams or rafters, ensuring improved load distribution and stability in large outdoor structures. This guide explores various types of column caps and their specific applications, including popular options like the steel column cap, lally column cap, and bolted column cap.

Types of Column Caps

  • Bolted Column Caps: Enhance column-to-beam connections, increasing load transfer with added bearing area.
  • SDS Screw Column Caps: Utilize Strong-Drive SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for quick installation and a sleeker profile.
  • Lally/Steel Column Caps: Secure steel beams to lally columns, ensuring structural integrity and stability.

Simpson Bolted Column Caps

  • CC Column Caps: Strengthen column-beam connections, featuring an extended bearing surface for load distribution and support, with certified welds for strength and reliability.
  • CCC Cross Column Caps: Enhance column-to-beam connections where multiple beams intersect, efficiently distributing the load across intersecting beams for stability.
  • CCT T-Style Column Caps: Strengthen column-to-beam connections in a "T" formation, effectively distributing the load from intersecting beams for enhanced support.
  • ECC End Column Caps: Designed for robust column-beam connections at the end of beams, featuring an extended bearing surface for load distribution and support.
  • ECCL L-Shaped End Column Caps: Enhance column-to-beam connections in an "L" formation, distributing the load from beams and reinforcing the stability of the connection.

Simpson SDS Screw Column Caps

  • CCQ Column Caps: Designed for robust column-beam connections, enhancing support with an extended bearing surface for load distribution, utilizing Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for fast installation.
  • CCQM/CCTQM/CCCQM Column Caps:
    • CCQM: For floor support beams in non-corner locations, ensuring secure, flush installation.
    • CCTQM: For floor support beams in non-corner locations, featuring a side stirrup for intermediate beams.
    • CCCQM: Accommodates floor support beams and intermediate beams at 90° angles.
  • ECCLQ/CCCQ/CCTQ Column Caps:
    • ECCLQ: For strong column-beam connections in "L" formation applications.
    • CCCQ: For effective column-to-beam connections with multiple wood beams atop a column.
    • CCTQ: For strong column-to-beam connections in a "T" formation.
  • ECCQ End Column Caps: Designed for robust column-beam connections at the end of beams, featuring an extended bearing surface for load distribution and support, utilizing Strong-Drive® SDS Heavy-Duty Connector screws for fast installation.

Simpson Steel & Lally Column Caps

  • LCC/CCOS Lally & Steel Column Caps: Securely attach steel beams to lally columns, ensuring strong and stable connections, adaptable to various beam sizes and layouts.
    • CCOS: High-capacity solution for column-to-beam connections, designed for field welding to steel columns.
    • LCC: Welds directly to lally columns, securing beams with side plates for a safer installation.

Further Questions About Column Caps

Simpson Strong-Tie offers a wide variety of column caps and it can be daunting to decide which product best suits your needs. Our team of experts has a depth of knowledge in the fastener industry. If you have any additional questions check out our guide to Simpson Post Brackets, or be sure to reach out and we'll be glad to help.

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