• One-piece Post Caps

    One-piece Post Caps

    One-piece Post Caps

  • Two-piece Post Caps

    Two-piece Post Caps

    Two-piece Post Caps

Post Caps

  • Simpson BCS236Z Post Cap Zmax Finish image 1 of 2
    SKU: BCS2-3/6Z

    Simpson BCS2-3/6Z Post Cap - Zmax Finish

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect multi-ply member beam to a post with flanges to provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with (3) 2x's to a 6x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $15.99
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  • Simpson BC4 4x Post Cap G90 Galvanized image 1 of 2
    SKU: BC4

    Simpson BC4 4x Post Cap - G90 Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and opposing flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 4x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $7.12
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  • Simpson PC6Z 6x Post Cap Zmax Finish image 1 of 2
    SKU: PC6Z

    Simpson PC6Z 6x Post Cap - Zmax Finish

    • Connection Type: Provides an easy post-to-beam end connection for posts.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 6x posts and beams.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $39.75
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  • Simpson EPC6Z 6X End Post Cap ZMAX Finish
    SKU: EPC6Z

    Simpson EPC6Z 6X End Post Cap - ZMAX Finish

    • Connection Type: Provides an easy post-to-beam end connection for posts.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 6x posts and beams.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $39.75
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  • Simpson PC4Z 4x Post Cap Zmax Finish image 1 of 2
    SKU: PC4Z

    Simpson PC4Z 4x Post Cap - Zmax Finish

    • Connection Type: Provides an easy post-to-beam end connection for posts.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 4x posts and beams.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $24.99
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  • Simpson BC6 6x Post Cap G90 Galvanized image 1 of 4
    SKU: BC6

    Simpson BC6 6x Post Cap - G90 Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and opposing flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 6x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $20.50
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  • Simpson LPC6Z 6x Adjustable Post Cap - Zmax Finish, Qty 1
    SKU: LPC6Z

    Simpson LPC6Z 6x Adjustable Post Cap - Zmax Finish, Qty 1

    • Connection Type: Provides an easy post-to-beam connection for posts in new or retrofit applications.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 6x posts and beams.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $6.40
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  • Simpson BCS2-2/4 2-2X4 Galvanized Post Cap
    SKU: BCS2-2/4Z

    Simpson BCS2-2/4Z Post Cap - Zmax Finish

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect multi-ply member beam to a post with flanges to provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with (2) 2x's to a 4x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $8.75
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  • Simpson Strong-Tie 4x6 Post Cap
    SKU: BC46Z

    Simpson BC46Z 4x6 Post Cap - Zmax Finish

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and opposing flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 4x6 post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $12.75
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  • Simpson BCS236 23X6 Post Cap G90 Galvanized image 1 of 2
    SKU: BCS2-3/6

    Simpson BCS2-3/6 2-3X6 Post Cap - G90 Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect multi-ply member beam to a post with flanges to provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with (3) 2x's to a 6x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $12.99
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  • Simpson EPC4Z 4X End Post Cap ZMAX Finish
    SKU: EPC4Z

    Simpson EPC4Z 4X End Post Cap - ZMAX Finish

    • Connection Type: Provides an easy post-to-beam end connection for posts.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with 4x posts and beams.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $25.99
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  • Simpson BC6Z 6x Post Cap Zmax Finish image 1 of 4
    SKU: BC6Z

    Simpson BC6Z 6x Post Cap - Zmax Finish

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and opposing flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 6x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $28.99
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  • Simpson BC46 4x6 Post Cap G90 Galvanized
    SKU: BC46

    Simpson BC46 4x6 Post Cap - G90 Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and opposing flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 4x6 post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $9.85
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  • Simpson ACH6Z 6X Post Cap
    SKU: ACH6Z

    Simpson ACH6Z 6X Post Cap - Zmax Finish, Qty 1

    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $24.25
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  • Simpson AC6 Adjustable Post Cap for 6X Beam - Zinc Galvanized
    SKU: AC6

    Simpson AC6 Adjustable Post Cap for 6X Beam - Zinc Galvanized

    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $9.25
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  • Simpson Strong-Tie BC60 6x Post Half Base - G90 Galvanized
    SKU: BC60

    Simpson BC60 6x Post Half Base - G90 Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 6x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $12.99
    Sale 12.99
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  • Simpson BC8 8x Post Cap G90 Galvanized
    SKU: BC8

    Simpson BC8 8x Post Cap - G90 Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and opposing flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 8x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $81.45
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  • Simpson BC40Z 4x Post Half Base - Zmax Finish
    SKU: BC40Z

    Simpson BC40Z 4x Post Half Base - Zmax Finish

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 4x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $4.75
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  • Simpson AC6Z Adjustable Post Cap for 6X Beam - ZMAX
    SKU: AC6Z

    Simpson AC6Z Adjustable Post Cap for 6X Beam - ZMAX

    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $11.75
    Sale 11.75
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  • Simpson LCE4Z Light Post Cap for End Condition - ZMAX
    SKU: LCE4Z

    Simpson LCE4Z Light Post Cap for End Condition - ZMAX

    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $8.25
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  • Simpson LCE4 Light Post Cap for End Condition - G90 Galvanized
    SKU: LCE4

    Simpson LCE4 Light Post Cap for End Condition - G90 Galvanized

    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $7.49
    Sale 7.49
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  • Simpson BC460 4x6 Post Base - G90 Galvanized
    SKU: BC460

    Simpson BC460 4x6 Post Base - G90 Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 4x6 post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $13.75
    Sale 13.75
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  • Simpson BC4ZR 4x Post Cap Zmax Finish image 1 of 4
    SKU: BC4Z-R

    Simpson BC4Z-R 4x Post Cap - Zmax Finish

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and opposing flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 4x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $9.75
    Sale 9.75
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  • Simpson BC40 4x Post Half Base G90 Galvanized image 1 of 2
    SKU: BC40

    Simpson BC40 4x Post Half Base - G90 Galvanized

    • Connection Type: Designed to connect a beam to a post and flanges provide both uplift and lateral resistance.
    • Lumber Size: Intended for use with a 4x post for light-duty connections.
    Ships Aug 25 when you order now
    $4.75
    Sale 4.75
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Simpson Post Caps

Post caps sit atop posts, protecting them from moisture and debris, and connect posts to beams or rafters. They are commonly used for deck posts and roof trusses. This guide explores various types of post caps and their specific applications, including popular options like 4x4 post caps, 6x6 post caps, and metal post caps.

Types of Post Caps

  • One-Piece Post Caps: Secure beams to posts, offering lateral and uplift support in wood construction.
  • Two-Piece Post Caps: Form a robust connection between a beam and a post, ideal for new constructions and retrofit projects.

Simpson One-Piece Post Caps

  • BC/BCS Post Caps: These post caps are suitable for various construction needs.
    • BC Post Caps: Suitable for light-duty connections, ideal for small-scale projects such as a 4x4 post cap.
    • BCS Post Caps: Feature double-shear nailing for enhanced strength, suitable for heavier-duty applications like deck post caps.
  • PCZ/EPCZ Post Caps: Facilitate fast and easy post-to-beam connections.
    • EPCZ Post Caps: Used at termination points of the construction, perfect for 6x6 post cap applications.
    • PCZ Post Caps: General post-to-beam connectors for a broad range of applications, including metal post cap installations.

Simpson Two-Piece Post Caps

  • AC/LPCZ/LCE Post Caps: These caps provide robust connections for various construction scenarios.
    • AC Post Caps: Feature flexible nailing patterns for variable load levels, suitable for outdoor post cap applications.
    • LCE Post Caps: Accommodate different lumber sizes, ideal for outdoor structures such as pergola post caps.
    • LPCZ Post Caps: Adjustable design for decks, overhangs, and other constructions, making them perfect for adjustable post cap needs.

Further Questions About Post Caps

Simpson Strong-Tie offers a wide variety of post caps and it can be daunting to decide which product best suits your needs. Our team of experts has a depth of knowledge in the fastener industry. If you have any additional questions check out our guide to Simpson Post Brackets, or be sure to reach out and we'll be glad to help.

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