The BCS allows for the connection of (2) 2x's to a 4x post or (3) 2x's to a 6x post. Double-shear nailing between beam and post gives added strength. The BC series offers dual purpose post cap/base for light cap or base connections.

• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie
• Sub Brand: ZMax
• Height: 3.56 in.
• Width: 3.13 in.
• Gauge: 18 Ga.
• Material: Steel
• Product Type: Post Base
• Joist Fasteners: 10d
• 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 (such as fences or unbraced carports)
• Use all specified fasteners
• Do not install bolts into pilot holes
• BC: install with 16d commons or 16 d x 2-1/2 in. joist hanger nails
• To tie multiple 2x members together, the designer: To tie multiple 2x members together, the designer must determine the fasteners required to join members to act as one unit without splitting the wood