Simpson Strong-Tie
Simpson Strong-Tie BC Series BC6 Post Cap, 1185 lb Uplift, 1825 lb Lateral, Steel, Galvanized, 1/PK
- Fastener Type: Nail
- Finish: Galvanized
- Length: 4-3/8
- Material: Steel
- Nail Diameter: 0.162 in
- Model #: BC6
- UPC #: 044315103001
- SKU: 3238011
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Product Details
The BC post cap is designed to connect a beam to a post. The 18 ga material of this post cap makes it ideal for light-duty connections. The BC provides uplift and lateral resistance and includes sizes for both nominal and rough lumber.Key Features
- Provides a positive connection for a post to a wood deck
- Stronger than angled nailing or screw fastening
- Reduces the chance of the post splitting and eliminates nailing into end grain
- Not recommended for non top-supported installations (such as fences or unbraced carports)
- Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance
- Opposing flanges provide increased lateral resistance
- Attains full allowable load using either common nail or pneumatic nail sizes
- Do not install bolts into pilot holes
- Install with 0162 x 3-1/2 in nails or 0162 x 2-1/2 in nails
Item Specifications
| Fastener Type | Nail |
|---|---|
| Finish | Galvanized |
| Length | 4-3/8 |
| Material | Steel |
| Nail Diameter | 0.162 in |
|---|---|
| Weight Capacity | 1185 lb Uplift 1825 lb Lateral |
| Width | 5-1/2 |
