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Column Bases

CBSQ

Reference Series: CBSQ

These column bases install using MiTek’s WS2-EXT structural wood screws, reducing installation time and cost. Designed for high uplift in high wind or seismic applications. Includes a stand-off plate to protect the wood from ground contact moisture as required by building code.

Materials: Strap – 10 gauge; Base – 16 gauge (CBSQ44-TZ), 12 gauge (CBSQ46-TZ, CBSQ66-TZ)

Finish: G-185 galvanizing

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Resources

MiTek Product Catalog

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Corrosion Resistant Products Table

Technical Bulletins

Installation

Use all specified fasteners.
MiTek’s WS2-EXT structural wood screws, 1/4″ dia. x 2″ long, are supplied with CBSQ Bases.
Maintain 3″ minimum edge distance between post and edge of concrete.
Embed the column base until the concrete surface meets the bottom edge of the stand-off plate.
Not recommended for fence posts or other unrestrained (not fixed or fastened at top) applications. These bases are not designed to resist overturning (moment) loads.
Reference IRC R317.1.4, IBC 2304.12.2.2, IRC R407.3, IBC 2304.10.7

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