Simpson Strong-Tie ECC5 1/4-8 ECC End Column Cap for 5-1/8 in. Beam, 8x Post

The ECC is designed to provide strong column-beam connections in end-of-beam applications in wood construction. The seat of the column cap provides an additional surface area of bearing that extends beyond the one side of the column. The ECC helps to distribute the load from the beam and provide support for the connection.

This Simpson product is designed for construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation matter.

Features

• Certified welds for confidence in strength and loading
• Uplift loads increased for earthquake or wind loading
• Bolt spacing that meets NDS code requirements to ensure optimal performance
• Diamond holes to provide temporary fastening
• Beam width: 5-1/8 in.
• Nominal post size: 8x
• Made from 3-gauge steel
• Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: ECC5 1/4-8
• UPC: 44315192203
• GTIN: 44315192203
• Feature 01: Certified welds for confidence in strength and loading
• Feature 02: Uplift loads increased for earthquake or wind loading
• Feature 03: Bolt spacing that meets NDS code requirements to ensure optimal performance
• Feature 04: Diamond holes to provide temporary fastening
• Feature 05: Beam width: 5-1/8 in.
• Feature 06: Nominal post size: 8x
• Feature 07: Made from 3-gauge steel
• Feature 08: Simpson Strong-Tie gray paint finish
• Install With: Install with (4) 3/4 in. diameter machine bolts
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 9.5
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 16.729
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 5.708
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: ECC_Cap
• Base Product Name: ECC
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Caps > Column Cap
• Coating: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
• Color: Gray
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Finish: Simpson Strong-Tie Gray Paint
• Gauge: 3
• GUID: 18864775356952583351396670225855758640
• Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png
• Measurement Unit Text: each
• Member Size: 5-1/8 in. beam, 8x post
• MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Number Category Description: UPC
• Packaging Quantity: 1
• Packaging Type: Unpacked
• Product Class: Column Cap
• Prop 65 Warning: No
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 15.85
• Short Product Name: 5-1/8" BEAM, 8X POST ECC
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/boltedcolumncaps_columncaps/ecc_cap/p/ecc
• Subcategory: Wood Construction Connectors
• Subcategory 2: Caps
• Warranty PDF: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--K_9ww28_--/bgqxyqo1uhaqsqcvudu7.pdf
• Brand Video: https://images.salsify.com/video/upload/s--N-SMFYx9--/wpz3sdgci9c512ppr9df.mp4
• Lumber Size Infographic: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--4j6m7m95--/of77l1vzb2adrmtseor4.png