Description

Simpson Strong-Tie BC60 – Galvanized Post Base for 6x

Product Details

The BC post base is designed to connect a post to a wood supporting member. The 18-gauge material of this post base makes it ideal for light-duty connections. The BC provides uplift and lateral resistance and includes sizes for both nominal and rough lumber.

Key Features

• Opposing nail pattern to reduce wood splitting
• Attains full allowable load using either common nail or pneumatic nail sizes
• Light-gauge material designed for light-duty applications

Material

• 18 gauge

Finish

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

Installation

• Use all specified fasteners
• Do not install bolts into pilot holes
• BC 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

Specifications: