BC/BCS Post Caps

The BCS allows for the connection of (2) 2x's to a 4x post or (3) 2x's 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.

Material

• 18 gauge

Finish

• Galvanized. Some products available in ZMAX^® coating. See Corrosion Information.

Installation

• Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes
• Do not install bolts into pilot holes
• BCS — Install dome nails on beam; drive nails at an angle through the beam into the post below to achieve the table loads
• BC — Install with 16d commons or 16d x 2 1/2" joist hanger nails
• 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)
• To tie multiple 2x members together, the Designer must determine the fasteners required to join members to act as one unit without splitting the wood

Related Links

• Wood Construction Connectors Technical and Installation Notes
• General Notes
• Corrosion Information
• Corrosion-Resistant Products

Catalog Pages

• C-C-2017 (Wood Construction Connectors), page 106

Related Literature

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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.

   These models are approved for installation with the Strong-Drive® SD Connector screw. See the load values below.

1. Allowable loads have been increased for wind or earthquake with no further increase allowed; reduce where other loads govern.
2. Structural composite lumber columns have sides that show either the wide face or the edges of the lumber strands/veneers. Values in the tables reflect installation into the wide face. See technical bulletin T-C-SCLCLM for values on the narrow face (edge).
3. Base allowable loads assumes nails have full penetration into supporting member. Loads do not apply to end grain post installations.
4. NAILS: 16d = 0.162" dia. x 3 1/2" long, 10d = 0.148" dia. x 3" long. See other nail sizes and information.

Code Reports