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PB Post Base

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The PB post base provides a connection between a post (or column) for decks, patio covers and other top-supported structures. Available with standard or ZMAX® galvanization, which offers extra corrosion resistance for outdoor or treated-wood applications.

Material

  • 12 gauge

Finish

  • Galvanized. Some products available in ZMAX or HDG coating. See Corrosion Information.

Installation

  • Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
  • Install either nails or bolts.
  • Post bases do not provide adequate resistance to prevent members from rotating about the base and therefore are not recommended for non-top-supported installations (such as fences or unbraced carports).
  • Holes are provided for installation with either 0.162" x 3 1/2" nails or 1/2" bolts for PB66 and PB66R; all other models use 0.162" x 3 1/2" nails only. A 2" minimum sidecover is required to obtain the full load.

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A technical bulletin discussing the structural properties of the two different surface sides of SCL columns.
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Load Tables

    These products are available with additional corrosion protection. Additional products on this page may also be available with this option, check with Simpson Strong-Tie for details.

  1. Loads may not be increased for duration of load.
  2. Concrete shall have a minimum compressive strength, f'c = 2500 psi.
  3. Multiply Seismic and Wind ASD load values by 1.4 or 1.67 respectively to obtain LRFD capacities.
  4. In accordance with IBC Section 1613.1, detached one- and two-family dwellings in Seismic Design Category (SDC) may use “Wind and SDC A&B” allowable loads.
  5. Downloads shall be reduced where limited by capacity of the post.
  6. For lateral loads for all PB models: F1 allowable = 765 lbs. F2 allowable = 1325 lbs.
  7. Designer is responsible for concrete design.
  8. Structural composite lumber columns have sides that show either the wide face or the edges of the lumber strands/veneers known as the narrow face. Values in the tables reflect installation into the wide face. See technical bulletin T-C-SCLCLM for load reductions resulting from narrow-face installations.
  9. Fasteners: Nail dimensions in the table are listed diameter by length. For additional information, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.

Code Reports & Compliance

Drawings

PDF DWG DXF RFA IFC SAT

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