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BC ZMAX Galvanized Post Cap for 4x Nominal Lumber

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Product Details

Deck Glamour Photo

Deck It Out

Strong decks bring beauty and entertaining space to your outdoor living area

Deck Glamour Photo

Make Your Deck Beautiful and Safe

Building a safe, strong deck starts with the proper connectors and fasteners

Photo of a deck being built

Deck Building Tips and Tricks

Installing corrosion-resistant connectors and fasteners helps extend the life of your deck

SDWH Screw being installed into ledger

Ledger connections critical for deck safety

Strong-Drive® SDWH Timber-Hex HDG screw delivers high-strength, wood-to-wood connectivity, such as deck ledger applications

DTT2Z guardrail install

Guardrail Installation Tips and Tricks

Don’t take chances with guardrail connections. DTT2Z deck tension ties fasten guardrails to deck framing.

DTT1Z install

Securing the Deck to the House

Install DTT1Z as a tension tie to meet building codes and eliminate the need to access to the floor joists inside the home

LSCZ install

Take the Step to Secure Deck Stairs

LSCZ adjustable stair-stringer connector offers a concealed connection between the stair stringer and the carrying header or rim board

Tight LUS26Z install shot

Joist Hangers

Provides bearing and uplift resistance

Tight H1 install shot

Hurricane Ties

Ideal for preventing lateral movement of joists

Tight SD screw install photo

SD Connector Screw

The only screw approved with Simpson Strong-Tie connectors

Tight install shot of LCEZ4

Post Caps

LCEZ end post caps provide a post-to-beam connection in new or retrofit deck applications

Tight PBSZ install photo

Post Base

Features a 1 in. standoff to resist wood decay

Stainless-steel connector product shot

Prevent Corrosion

Deck-Drive DWP stainless-steel fasteners are recommended for higher-exposure environments or applications

Post and column bases secure the bottom of posts or columns to concrete and are perfect for decks or patio covers. Models are available for attaching to existing hardened concrete, wet concrete, as well as wood. The BC series offers dual purpose post cap/base for light cap or base applications.
  • 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)
  • Nominal post size: 4x
  • Made from 18-Gauge steel
  • ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
  • Install with 16d common nails or #10 x 1-1/2 in. Strong-Drive SD screws
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Questions & Answers

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Q:What is the weight rating on this? Trying to decided whether to use this product a combo of the Accents series (L and 90� connectors) to attach a 4x4x8? beam to two anchored 4x4x7? posts. Which option would be best?
by|Jun 17, 2023
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A:  Hi Shadrach78, thank you for your message. For load values on the BC post cap connection please see link below. To determine what would be the best option we would need to know what your demand loads are at that specific condition. If you need more information or have additional questions, please contact the Simpson Strong-Tie Customer Service team at 800-999-5099. We look forward to hearing from you.​​ https://www.strongtie.com/onepiecepostcaps_postcaps/bc_cap/p/bc

by|Jun 19, 2023
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    Q:What's the difference between the ZMAX #BC4Z-R and the #BC4 versions? They are the same dimensions and do the same job (right?). Is the steel gauge thicker in the former perhaps? Is the ZMAX rated for higher loads? And are screws or nails recommended?
    by|Mar 30, 2023
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    A:  Hey Brian, this is Ricardo here with Simpson. Thank you for contacting us with your question. As far as the dimensions are concerned, they are the same on both part numbers that you provided. The steel gauge is also the same, but the BC4Z has a layer of zinc added to protect the part from corrosion. We call this coating our ZMAX coating. Lastly, there is no difference in the load values between the two and they both require the same size nail, which is a 0.162" x 3.5" common nail. If you have any other questions, please contact us at 800-999-5099.

    by|Sep 29, 2023
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      Q:Do I usu the holes for carriage bolts
      by|Aug 8, 2022
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      A:  Hello Paul, this is Stacy with Simpson Strong-Tie. The BC post caps need to be installed with .162 x 3 1/2" nails. The bigger holes on the part are pilot holes and for manufacturing purposes only. Do not install bolts. If you need more information please feel free to contact us at (800) 999-5099. We look forward to speaking with you.

      by|Sep 29, 2023
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        Q:Bottom part fits on top 4 x 4 Post. But 2 2X6 on top beam is 3 inches wide, leaving a half inch gap. How are you supposed to attach the 2 beams ?
        by|Jul 7, 2022
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        A:  Hello ELJames, this is Colin from Simpson Strong-Tie. As you found out the BC4Z is designed to Support a horizontal 4x (3-1/2" wide) beam on top of a 4x (3-1/2" wide) vertical post. In your case I suggest you review the BCS2-2/4Z Post Cap. On strongtie.com enter BCS2-2/4Z in the Search Strongtie.com field at the top of our home page. Review the dimensions, required fasteners and allowable load values to determine if this may be a solution for your connection. If you need more information or have additional questions, please contact the Simpson Strong-Tie Customer Service team at 800-999-5099. We look forward to hearing from you.

        by|Jul 7, 2022
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          My husband and I purchased a couple of these to build a horse shelter for my horse. Our other hor...
          My husband and I purchased a couple of these to build a horse shelter for my horse. Our other horse is due to have a foal any day so we had to act fast and build a shelter so we could separate my horse from her. The shelter was finished in two days. We wouldn't have been able to build a nice strong shelter without these post caps. It will help keep the shelter strong and safe for many years to come. Here is a photo of my horse Mr.Lance enjoying his dinner in his new shelter. Thanks Home Depot!
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