Catalog: Wood Construction Connectors 2006 Catalog
Company/Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
simpson strong tie post base in Wood Construction Connectors 2006 Catalog by Simpson Strong-Tie
194 SP, SPH Stud Plate Tie......168 SS Stud Shoe ....................174 ... Anchor Bolt ..........33-34 ST Strap Tie ..............155, 156 STC Roof Truss ... STCT Roof Truss Clip ........144 Steel Strong-Wall ......56-61 STHD Holdown .............. ... 42-43 StrapMate Strap Holder ....22 Strong-Wall Shearwall ..62-67 SUR/SUL Hanger..86, ... 116, 117 T Strap Tie .........160, 184-185 TAZ Staircase ... ......................... ..30 TP/TPA Tie Plate................182 TS Twist Strap ... 104-113, 121 WT Wedge Form Tie............23 www.strongtie.com ..........195 Z Clip ... ............... 169 AB/ABA/ABE/ABU Post Base ...................... 46 ABS ... Anchor Bolt Stabilizer.. 22 AC/ACE Post Cap................ 52 AnchorMate Bolt ... 29 ATS Anchor Tiedown System ...........194 B Hanger......... ...

42-45 Tension Ties ... 150, 151 Wedge Form Ties ... 23 ANCHORS Floor Tie Anchors ... 35-45 Seismic Hurricane Ties ................ 162-164 CAPS BASES ... Post/Column Caps and Bases .............. 46-55 SHEARWALL Steel ... Strong-Wall ......................... ..... 56-61 ... Strong-Wall Shearwall................ ........ 62- ... 82, 83 Concealed Joist Tie ......................... ........ 186 ... 114, 115 Concealed Joist Tie ......................... ........ 186 ... GLULAM BEAM CONNECTORS Concealed Joist Tie ......................... ........ 186 ... 137, 138 MASONRY CONNECTORS Brick Ties ... 150, 151 STRAPS TIES Angles Clips ... 161 Hurricane Ties..................... ............. 162-164 Strap Ties ... 35 Rigid Ties ... 174 T L Strap Ties ... 160 Tie Plates ...

IMPORTANT INFORMATION GENERAL NOTES a. Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Inc. reserves the right ... such changes. b. Steel used for each Simpson product is individually selected based ... according to the code. In many cases, Simpson code reports will indicate loads ... of table loads for Spruce-Pine-Fir. g. Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Inc. will manufacture ... designing and installing connections. Simpson manufactures products to fit common ... than those listed in this catalog, Simpson may be able to vary connector ... rod nuts becoming loose, requiring post-installation tightening. l. Top flange hangers may ... -backed hanger, contact the factory. q. Simpson will calculate the net height for a ... plates shown are not manufactured by Simpson. s. Do not weld products listed in this ... for welding is provided in writing by Simpson. Some steels have poor weldability and ...

Hanger Options on page 188. Contact Simpson for other sizes available. CODES: See ... ; see General Notes. Loads are based on test results using Simpsons SDS x3 ... loads. Refer to T-ANCHORSPEC for post-installed anchorage solutions. CODES: See page ...

30 Anchors ANCHOR SYSTEMS Holdown and Post Base Anchor Solutions Simpson Anchor ... Systems products offer several post-installed anchorage solutions for holdowns and ... bases. Often times these products are used ... catalog (form C-SAS-2006) or visit www.simpsonanchors.com. Loads for some stem wall applications ... technical bulletin (T-STEM06) at www.strongtie.com for the latest information. Adhesive ... 16,440 Rod Dia. in. Tension Load Based on Bond Strength f'c 2000 psi Concrete ... Shear Load Based on Conc. Edge Distance Load Based on ... allowable tension and shear loads are based on a reduction factor of 4.0. 2. The ... is the lesser of the allowable load based on bond strength and the allowable load ... based on steel strength. 3. The allowable ... is the lesser of the allowable load based on concrete edge distance and the ...

For additional information, visit www.strongtie.com/info. 3. Designs based on a minimum ... information, refer to the latest Simpson Anchor and Fastening Systems for ... . 5. Direct 1 to 1 replacement is based on parallel-to-plate, perpendicular-to ... 7. Minimum edge and end distances are based on distance from edge of concrete to ... For additional information, visit www.strongtie.com/info. 3. Direct 1 to 1 replacement is ... based on parallel-to-plate, perpendicular-to- ... . 5. Minimum edge and end distances are based on distance from edge of concrete to ... (ONLY) WALL ANCHORAGE SOLUTIONS Simpson Anchor Systems offers a full line of ... catalog (form C-SAS-2006) or visit www.simpsonanchors.com. PHN PHNW 3 (76) (7.9) 12 (305) ... 3 Interior Walls 2 1. Spacings are based upon the attachment of 2-inch (nominal ...

the garage stem wall. Design loads are based on a series of five tests, with a three ... 3" to 5" (may be foundation rebar not post-tension cable) from the top of the foundation ... . The SSTB does not need to be tied to the rebar. Minimum concrete ... concrete when the structural design is based on concrete no greater than 2500 psi ( ...

in a long series of innovations from Simpson. These holdowns combine the advantages ... with the ease of installation of Simpsons patented SDS screws. HDU SPECIAL ... a greater net section area of the post compared to bolts. SDS x2 screws are ... . No additional washer required. To tie double 2x members together, the ... page 33-34 for anchorage options. See Simpson Anchor Systems catalog for tested, ... load durations govern. 2. Loads are based on static tests on wood posts, limited ... to the wide face of the column. 5. Post design shall be by Designer. 6. SDS ... the outside of masonry buildings, helps tie the walls to the roof or floor ... structure with a diameter rod. FINISH: Simpson gray paint. Optional hot-dip galvanized ...

Load Flush W H B Anchor Dia. No. of Simpson SDS x3 Wood Screws PHD2-SDS3 14 3 9 2 ... for retrofit anchor bolt. 4.Loads are based on static tests on wood studs, limited ... of the wood member provided either the post is large enough or the holdowns are ... is 6560 lbs. with 2-2x4 DF member. 12. Post design shall be by Designer. HDQ8 US ... a greater net section area of the post compared to bolts. SPECIAL FEATURES: ... and horizontal applications. Install Simpson's SDS x3 wood screws, which are provided ... 3x sill plates use SSTBL models. To tie double 2x members together, the ... unit without splitting the wood. See Simpson Anchor Systems for tested, load-rated ...

load durations govern. 2. Loads are based on static tests on wood posts, limited ... with ease of installation by using Simpsons patented SDS screws. FINISH: Gray ... or horizontal applications. Install Simpson SDS1/4x2 wood screws, which are ... to the wide face of the column. 7. Post design shall be by Designer. 8. SDS x2 ... (Similar with 2-2x6 studs) Model No. Post Size W H B Anchor Bolt Number of SDS ... for retrofit anchor bolt. 3. Loads are based on static tests on wood studs, limited ... to the wide face of the column. 9. Post design shall be by Designer. For ... a greater net section area of the post compared to bolts. MATERIAL: 10 gauge ... . FINISH: Galvanized strap, aluminum base. INSTALLATION: Use all specified ... -2x, 4x and 2-2x6 members. Center 2-2x6 posts on holdown. Concentric to eliminate ...

Material Dimensions Fasteners Body Ga Base Ga HB 4 SB W H B SO CL Anchor Dia ... . 12. HDA and HD allowable loads are based on the lower of the 2001 NDS fastener ... on a steel test jig divided by 2.5. 13. Post design shall be by Designer. 1. ... in a 3 wide shearwall) or a 6x6 nominal post to ensure the tension load carrying ... capacity. 3. Use a minimum 4x6 nominal post for the HD14A. Minimum post size is ... the wall rotates the stud around its base causing the holdown base plate to ...

40 Anchors LTT/MTT/HTT Tension Ties Model No. Material (Ga) Dimensions ... . C L 1. Allowable loads for HTT are based on the lower of the 2001 NDS fastener ... durations govern. 5. Bolt values are based on a minimum lumber thickness of 1 ". 6 ... plate will achieve the table loads. 8. Post design shall be by Designer. 9. NAILS: ... to achieve table loads. See Girder Tiedown Connectors on page 153 167 for ... HTT22 is a single-piece formed tension tie no rivets, and a 4-ply formed seat ... required. The LTT19 Light Tension Tie is designed for 2x joists or purlins ... 2-2x4 or 4x4), except LTT19). Bolt the base to the wall or foundation with a ... . Do not install LTT and MTT tension ties raised. The HTT22 can be substituted ... for the MTT28B. See Epoxy-Tie Adhesive System, pages 29 for tested, ...

44 Anchors PA/PAHD/HPAHD Strap Tie Holdowns Wood-to-concrete connectors ... 16d commons. Reduce the allowable load based on the size and quantity of fasteners ... tension loads at the same time. To tie double 2x members together, the ... attached to the shearwall studs or post may be required by the Designer for ... STHD Holdowns, LTT, MTT, HTT Tension Ties. CODES: See page 12 for Code Listing Key ... condition. 9. Loads shown apply to post-tension slabs when one #4 rebar (minimum) is ... installed as shown on page 43. 10. Post design shall be by Designer. 11. NAILS ...

46 Caps Bases AB/ABA/ABE/ABU Adjustable and Standoff ... Post Bases Model No. Nominal Post Size Material Dimensions Fasteners ... Allowable Loads (DF/SP) Base (Ga) Strap (Ga) W L H HB 6 Anch. Dia ... Post Uplift (133) Uplift (160) Down (100) ... plate before installing into concrete. Base download on column or concrete, ... is the distance from the bottom of the post up to the first bolt hole. 7. NAILS: ... ABU88 The AB is an adjustable post base which offers moisture protection and ... finished hardware appearance. Post Bases provide tested capacity. They feature 1 ... to the weather or water splash, or in basements. They reduce the potential for decay at ... post and column ends. MATERIAL: AB 12 ga ... plates; 16 ga base cover; all others see table. FINISH: ... fasteners. See General Notes. Post bases do not provide adequate resistance to ...

47 Caps Bases EPB44T/EPB44PHDG Elevated Post Bases EPB Elevated Post Bases Model No ... limited by buckling capacity of the post. 5. NAILS: 16d 0.162" dia. x 3 long. See ... limited by buckling capacity of the post. 5. NAILS: 16d 0.162" dia. x 3 long. See ... MATERIAL: EPB44A 14 ga.; others 12 ga. base plate, 1 OD x 8" pipe FINISH: EPB44A ... Galvanized; all others Simpson gray paint (may be ordered HDG); see ... above concrete, 2" for EPB44A. Post bases do not provide adequate resistance to ... prevent members from rotating about the base and therefore are not recommended for ... or AT Adhesive NEW! EPB44PHDG (Elevated Post Base Hot-Dip Galvanized) can be used ... and cast-in-place installation for 4x4 posts. MATERIAL: 12 gauge base. EPB44T ... are shipped assembled FINISH: EPB44T: Base Galvanized, Threaded Rod Zinc Plate ...

48 Caps Bases PB/PBS Regular and Standoff Post Bases ... It reduces the potential for decay at post and column ends. MATERIAL: PB 12 gauge ... fasteners. See General Notes. Post bases do not provide adequate resistance to ... members from rotating about the base and therefore are not recommended for ... up to the bottom of the 1" standoff base plate. A 2" minimum side cover is ... PBS44A Installation Model No. Nominal Post Size Material Dimensions Fasteners ... Allowable Loads (DF/SP) Base (Ga) Strap (Ga) W L H HB Anch. Dia Post ... plate before installing into concrete. Base download on column or concrete, ... limited by buckling capacity of the post. 6. When using structural composite ... lumber posts, bolts must be applied to the wide face ... of the post. 7. NAILS: 16d 0.162" dia. x 3 long. See ...

49 Caps Bases CBSQ Column Bases This product is preferable to similar ... of these features. CBQ Column Bases Model No. Nominal Column Size Material ... Dimensions Number of Simpson SDS x 2" Screws Allowable Loads Base ( ... before installing CBSQ into concrete. Base download on column or concrete, ... Size Material Dimensions Number of Simpson SDS x 2" Screws Allowable Loads Base ( ... CBQ-SDS2 Installation The CBQ uses Simpsons SDS screws, which allows for fast ... fasteners. See General Notes. Install Simpsons SDS x2 wood screws, which are provided ... with the column base. (Lag screws will not achieve the same ... load.) Post bases do not provide adequate resistance to ... members from rotating about the base and therefore are not recommended for ... min. side cover CBQ-SDS2 The CBSQ uses Simpsons SDS screws, which allow for fast ...

50 Caps Bases LCB/CB Column Bases Model No. Nominal Column Size Material ... Dimensions Column Fasteners Strap Base (Ga) W1 W2 D Nails Nails Bolts Qty Dia ... , CB46, CB66 galvanized; all other CB-Simpson gray paint or HDG. INSTALLATION: Use ... LCB. Install all models with bottom of base plate flush with concrete. Post bases ... prevent members from rotating about the base and therefore are not recommended for ... specify W1 and W2 dimensions. Consult Simpson for bolt sizes and allowable loads. ...

51 Caps Bases BC/BCS Post Caps LCC Lally Column Caps Model No. ... 160) 1 W1 W2 L1 L2 H1 H2 Beam Surface Post Surface Post Top Surface Uplift Lateral ... 5 4 2 3 2 6-16d 3-16d 800 1495 BASES BC40 3 3 2 3-16d 4-16d 535 BC40R ... nail sizes and information. BC8 Cap/Base Typical BCS Installation BC4 Cap/Base ... reactions. MATERIAL: 12 gauge FINISH: Simpson gray paint INSTALLATION: Use all ... for the connection of 2-2xs to a 4x post or 3-2xs to a 6x post. Double shear ... nailing between beam and post gives added strength! The BC series ... offers dual purpose post cap/base for light cap or base connections. ... at an angle through the beam into the post below to achieve the table loads BC: ... commons or 16dx2 joist hanger nails. Post bases do not provide adequate ...

LPC AC 52 Caps Bases AC/LPC/LCE Post Caps PC/EPC Post Caps PC Typical PC ... Post Cap Installation Typical EPC End Post Cap Installation A custom connection ... for post-beam combinations at medium design loads. ... : For end conditions, specify EPC post caps, providing dimensions are in ... for Code Listing Key Chart. Model No. Post Size Dimensions Fasteners Each Side ... L2 L3 Surfaces Uplift PC/EPC Lateral 2 Post Beam PC Beam EPC (133) (160) PC (133/ ... members by means other than the post cap. 4. NAILS: 16d 0.162" dia. x 3 long ... Allowable Loads (133 160) 1 W L Beam Post Uplift Lateral AC4 (Min) 3 6 12-16d 8 ... spliced members by means other than the post cap. 7. NAILS: 16d 0.162" dia. x 3 long ...

53 Caps Bases CCQ/ECCQ Column Caps This product is ... 7 gauge; all others 3 gauge. FINISH: Simpson gray paint, available in HDG with HDG ... provided. See General Notes. Install Simpsons SDS x2 wood screws, which are provided ... 7245 6270 16 14 11 7 Uplift Down L Beam Post CCQ86SDS2.5 CCQ88SDS2.5 CCQ96SDS2.5 ... do not apply to splice conditions. 4. Post sides are assumed to lie in the same ... govern. 7. ECCQ downloads assume a post of W1 x W2. 8. When using structural ... the beam and 14-SDS screws into the post. 10. Beam depth must be greater than 7 ...
this connector combination. 54 Caps Bases CC Column Caps CC L 3 3 11 6 4 2 ... Fasteners Allowable Loads W1 W2 H1 Beam Post Uplift Down Qty Dia Qty Dia (100) (160 ... 7 13 8 4 2 6320 7585 68250 CC7 -7 1. Post sides are assumed to lie in the same ... -7 7 gauge; all others 3 gauge FINISH: Simpson gray paint; may be ordered HDG; CCO no ...
55 Caps Bases ECC/ECCU Column Caps L ECC 3 3 7 6 ... Fasteners Allowable Loads W1 W2 H1 Beam Post Uplift ECCU Down ECC/ECCU Qty Dia Qty ... 36750 4855 10 4 ECC7 -7 ECC ECCU 1. Post sides are assumed to lie in the same ... -7 7 gauge; all others 3 gauge FINISH: Simpson gray paint; may be ordered HDG, ECCO no ... per 2001 NDS. 5. ECC downloads assume a post of W1 x W2. 6. Uplift loads assume ...
other loads govern. 2.Load values are based on a minimum lumber thickness of 1 ". 3 ... Ref. (133) (160) 1570 1570 159 Straps Ties FSC Floor Span Connector MSTC48B3/ ... 3 3 MSTC48B3 MSTC66B3 11 9 Studs/ Post 1. Using fewer than 38 nails in the ... studs/post will reduce the capacity of the ... per nail for HF/SPF. 2. Nails in studs/post shall be installed symmetrically. Nails ... length of the strap over the studs/post. 3. The 3" wide beam may be double 2x ...
170 Straps Ties RBC Roof Boundary Clip A Angles and Z ... Allowable Loads 2 DF/SP W1 W2 L Base Post (133) (160) Bolts Nails Bolts Nails F1 ...
178 Miscellaneous RTC/FWH/FWL Rigid Tie Connectors RTCH U.S. Patent 6,022,165 ... forming a 90 corner to a vertical post. The RTC42 and RTC44 are heavy-duty ... structural connectors. Based on loads of 40 lbs per sq ft, a 10 x 10 ... joists and 4 RTC42s. See the table for Post and Joist sizes. The RTCH is hidden ... for Code Listing Key Chart. Model No. Post Size Joist Size Fasteners (Total) ... Allowable Downloads 1 Post Joist Floor (100) Roof (125) FWL2 2x ... . Check with factory. Most Rigid-Tie connectors require Simpson Strong- ...

Dia (133) Tension/Uplift (160) STRAP TIES OS 12 2 12 4 1305 1565 OHS 7 2 12 ... Code Ref. 180 2. Allowable loads are based on a minimum member thickness of 3 ". 3 ... value of beam, end bearing value of post, L/R of post, or other criteria are ... limiting. 3. Post sides are assumed to lie in the same ... OECC. Model No. Dimensions Bolts Beam Post Uplift Down Ga W2 L Qty Dia Code Ref. ... Allowable Uplift Loads (133/160) COLUMN BASES 1. Uplift loads have been increased 33 ... loads govern. 2. OS and OHS loads are based on parallel-to-grain loading and a ...

loads govern. 2. Allowable loads are based on parallel-to-grain loading and a ... PC to the model, i.e. CB5-6PC COLUMN BASES INSTALLATION: Minimum side cover for ... is 3" for CBs. Install with bottom of base flush with concrete. Post bases do not ... prevent members from rotating about the base and therefore are not recommended for ... -7 ga. Model No. Dimensions Bolts Beam Post Uplift Down Ga W2 L Qty Dia Code Ref. ... ; reduce where other loads govern. 2. Post sides are assumed to lie in the same ... ; reduce where end bearing value of post, L/R of post, or other criteria are ... MEGPC without Top Flange HSTPC STRAP TIES PSPC 1. 1212HL, 1616HL, 1212HT and ... not load-rated. 2. Allowable loads are based on a minimum member thickness of 3 ". 3 ...

ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTS GROUP STANDOFF BASES HL HEAVY ANGLES GUSSETS Typical PBV6PC ... 10" Dia 9 1 4-SDS X3 " 3800 19225 Post or Column Size L W H Post Dimensions ... load capacities are for solid sawn posts with specific gravity of 0.36 minimum ... except the PBV, which is based on round "Viga" (Ponderosa Pine) wood ... posts. 2. All allowable uplift loads are based ... to be designed by others, refer to Simpson Strong-Tie Anchor Systems catalog. ... . 3. Download capacities are calculated based on the standoff bearing area and a ... of 2500 psi except the PBV, which is based on the wood bearing strength (700 psi ... economy, and are compatible with Strong-Tie structural hardware. FINISH: Textured ... in load. The PBV is a hidden standoff post base. Two different sizes fit a ...