Simpson Strong-Tie BC46
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.
| Fastener Type | : | Nail |
| Height | : | 3-1/2 in |
| Length | : | 4-7/8 in |
| Weight Capacity | : | 1000 lb Lateral, 945 lb Uplift |
| Width | : | 5-1/2 in |
| Post/Joist Size | : | 4 x 6 in |
| Finish | : | Galvanized |
| Material | : | Steel |
| Nail Diameter | : | 0.162 in |
- 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 0.162 x 3-1/2 in nails or 0.162 x 2-1/2 in nails
Specification Sheet