PCZ Post Cap
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Product Details
The PCZ is designed as a fast and easy post-to-beam connection. With the post and beam flanges in line with each other, this post cap can accommodate several post sizes. The PCZ features a ZMAX® finish to meet exposure conditions in many environments.
Key Features
- ZMAX finish is standard
- Easy install with 10d (0.148" x 3") common nails or Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws
- In-line flanges accommodate multiple beam sizes
Material
- 16 gauge
Finish
- ZMAX coating; see Corrosion Information
Installation
- Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes
- Center PCZ legs on post
- Do not install bolts into pilot holes
Options
- For end conditions, see EPCZ post caps
- For heavy-duty applications, see CCQ and CC series
- For retrofit applications, see AC and LCE series
Related Literature
Product Information Table
| Model No. | Ga. | W (in.) | Coating/Material | Packaging Qty. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC4RZ | 16 | 4 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| PC4Z | 16 | 3 9/16 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| PC6RZ | 16 | 6 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| PC6Z | 16 | 5 1/2 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| PC8RZ | 16 | 8 | ZMAX® | 1 |
| PC8Z | 16 | 7 1/2 | ZMAX® | 1 |
Load Tables
These products are available with additional corrosion protection.
Many of these products are approved for installation with Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws.
| Model No. | W (in.) | Fasteners (in.) | Post Size | Allowable Loads (DF/SP) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beam | Post | Uplift (160) | Lateral (160) | |||
| PC4Z | 3 9/16 | (10) 0.148 x 3 | (8) 0.148 x 3 | (2) 2x4 | 1,480 | 1,120 |
| 4x4 | 1,480 | 1,260 | ||||
| 4x6 | 1,480 | 1,260 | ||||
| 4x8 | 1,480 | 1,380 | ||||
| PC6Z | 5 1/2 | (10) 0.148 x 3 | (8) 0.148 x 3 | 4x6 | 1,480 | 1,260 |
| 6x6 | 1,480 | 1,295 | ||||
| 6x8 | 1,480 | 1,380 | ||||
| PC8Z | 7 1/2 | (10) 0.148 x 3 | (8) 0.148 x 3 | 4x8 | 1,480 | 1,260 |
| 6x8 | 1,480 | 1,295 | ||||
| 8x8 | 1,480 | 1,380 | ||||
- Allowable loads have been increased for wind or earthquake loading with no further increase allowed. Reduce where other loads govern.
- Uplift loads do not apply to spliced conditions. Spliced conditions must be detailed by the designer to transfer tension loads between spliced members by means other than the post cap.
- 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.
- Post and beam may consist of multiple members provided they are connected independently of the post cap fasteners.
- 0.148" x 2 1/2" nails may be used with no load reduction for uplift and 0.85 of the table loads for lateral.
- #9 x 1 1/2" Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws may be substituted for table fasteners with no load reduction.
- To order models available for rough size lumber, specify RZ suffix — e.g., PC4RZ.
- Fasteners: Nail dimensions in the table are diameter by length. For additional information, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.
Code Reports & Compliance
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