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PC POST CAPS
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A custom connection for post-beam combinations at medium
design loads.
MATERIAL: PC -- 12 gauge; PC-16 -- 16
gauge
FINISH: Galvanized. Some products
available in Z-MAX; see Corrosion-Resistance, page 6.
INSTALLATION:
- Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
- 9/16" holes are provided for optional bolting. Loads do
not apply to bolted connection.
OPTIONS:
- For end conditions, specify EPC post caps, providing
dimensions are in accordance with table; see illustration.
- PC and EPC models are available in rough sizes.
- For heavy duty applications, see also CC series.
CODES: BOCA, ICBO SBCCI NER-443; City of
L.A. RR 25149.
| Model
No. |
Post
Size |
DIMENSIONS
|
Fasteners
each side |
Uplift
Avg Ult |
Allowable
Loads |
| W1
|
W2
|
L1
|
L2
|
L3
|
Surfaces
|
Uplift
PC/EPC |
Lateral2
|
| A |
B |
C |
(133) |
(160) |
PC (133/160) |
EPC (133/160) |
| PC44-16 |
4x4 |
3-9/16 |
3-9/16 |
2-5/8 |
11 |
7-5/16 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
4-16d |
3433 |
1000 |
1000 |
925 |
1000 |
| PC44 |
4x4 |
3-9/16 |
3-9/16 |
2-5/8 |
11 |
7-5/16 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
4-16d |
4933 |
1470 |
1700 |
925 |
1070 |
| PC46-16 |
4x6 |
3-9/16 |
5-1/2 |
2-5/8 |
13 |
9-1/4 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
4-16d |
3433 |
1000 |
1000 |
925 |
1000 |
| PC46 |
4x6 |
3-9/16 |
6-1/2 |
2-5/8 |
13 |
9-1/4 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
4-16d |
4933 |
1470 |
1700 |
925 |
1070 |
| PC48-16 |
4x8 |
3-9/16 |
7-1/2 |
2-5/8 |
15 |
11-1/4 |
4-16d |
8-16d |
6-16d |
3433 |
1000 |
1000 |
1475 |
1285 |
| PC48 |
4x8 |
3-9/16 |
7-1/2 |
2-5/8 |
15 |
11-1/4 |
4-16d |
8-16d |
6-16d |
4933 |
1470 |
1700 |
2075 |
1610 |
| PC64-16 |
4x6 |
5-1/2 |
3-9/16 |
4-9/16 |
11 |
7-3/8 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
4-16d |
3433 |
1000 |
1000 |
925 |
1000 |
| PC64 |
4x6 |
5-1/2 |
3-9/16 |
4-9/16 |
11 |
7-3/8 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
4-16d |
4933 |
1470 |
1700 |
925 |
1070 |
| PC66-16 |
6x6 |
5-1/2 |
5-1/2 |
4-9/16 |
13 |
9-1/4 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
6-16d |
3433 |
1000 |
1000 |
925 |
1285 |
| PC66 |
6x6 |
5-1/2 |
5-1/2 |
4-9/16 |
13 |
9-1/4 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
6-16d |
4933 |
1470 |
1700 |
925 |
1610 |
| PC68 |
6x8 |
5-1/2 |
7-1/2 |
4-9/16 |
15 |
11-1/4 |
4-16d |
8-16d |
6-16d |
4933 |
1470 |
1700 |
2075 |
1610 |
| PC84 |
4x8 |
7-1/2 |
3-9/16 |
6-9/16 |
11 |
7-3/8 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
6-16d |
4933 |
1470 |
1700 |
925 |
1610 |
| PC86 |
6x8 |
7-1/2 |
5-1/2 |
6-9/16 |
13 |
9-1/4 |
4-16d |
6-16d |
6-16d |
4933 |
1470 |
1700 |
925 |
1610 |
| PC88 |
8x8 |
7-1/2 |
7-1/2 |
6-9/16 |
15 |
11-1/4 |
4-16d |
8-16d |
6-16d |
4933 |
1470 |
1700 |
2075 |
1610 |
- Allowable loads have been increased 33% and 60% for
earthquake or wind loading with no further increase allowed; reduce for other load
durations according to the code.
- Lateral loads are in the direction of the beam's axis, as
shown.
- Allowable loads are for nails only.
PSCL PLYWOOD SHEATHING CUPS

Steel plywood sheathing clips include model sizes PSCL3/8,
PSCL7/16, PSCL15/32, PSCL1/2, PSCL19/32, PSCL3/4
MATERIAL: 20 gauge
FINISH: Galvanized
INSTALLATION: Use the same size sheathing
clip as the plywood thickness.
| Span
Rating |
Plywood
Thickness |
Maximum
Span |
PSCLs
Per Span |
| With PSCL |
Without PSCL |
| 24/0 |
3/8, 7/16 |
24 |
20 |
1 |
| 24/16 |
15/32, 1/2, 5/8 |
24 |
24 |
1 |
| 32/20 |
19/23, 5/8, 3/4 |
40 |
32 |
1 |
| 48/24 |
3/4 |
48 |
36 |
2 |
IS INSULATION SUPPORTS
Easy one-hand installation to hold insulation in place.
Mitered edges ensure a tight fit when installed between joists.
INSTALLATION: Install between joists. IS16
(15-1/2" long) for 16" o.c. spacing; IS24 (23-1/2 long) for 24" o.c.
spacing. Follow insulation manufacturer's installation instructions. |