The BC post-base is designed to connect a post to a wood supporting member. The 18 ga 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.
- Provides a positive connection for a post to a wood deck
- Stronger than angled nailing or screw fastening
- Reduces the chance of the post splitting and eliminates nailing into end grain
- Not recommended for non top-supported installations (such as fences or unbraced carports)
- ZMAX® galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
- Opposing nail pattern to reduce wood splitting
- Attains full allowable load using either common nail or pneumatic nail sizes
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Specification Sheet
https://assets.unilogcorp.com/187/ITEM/DOC/Simpson_Strong_Tie_100318701_Specification_Sheet.pdf