Caps and Bases
Elevated Post Bases
EPB44T-TZ
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The EBP44T-TZ Elevated Post Base is an economical solution for supporting 4x4 posts at the minimum 1 inch above the concrete foundation as required by the building code. For applications where uplift loads are not present, the EPB44T-TZ can be installed directly into a hole predrilled in a pier block or concrete foundation (Reference Figure A). To resist uplift loading, the EPB44T-TZ must be cast into concrete or epoxied into place (Reference Figure B).
Materials: 12 gauge
Finish: U-bracket – G-185 galvanizing; Threaded rod, nuts, washers – Hot-dip galvanized
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Technical Bulletins
Installation
- Use all specified fasteners.
- Drilled Hole – No Uplift Resistance
– Drill 5/8″ diameter hole into cured concrete 4″ deep.
– Insert threaded rod of EPB44T-TZ into hole and adjust nut to desired height.
– Install 4×4 post and fasten with (8) 10d common nails. - Embedded In Concrete – Uplift Resistance Installation
– Adjust nut for desired height.
– Insert threaded rod with nut and washer into wet concrete.
– Provide temporary support to post base (if needed) to maintain vertical and horizontal position.
– After concrete has cured, install 4×4 post and fasten with (8) 10d common nails. - Epoxied Into Place – Uplift Resistance Installation
– Drill 3/4″ diameter hole into cured concrete 4″ deep.
– Clean hole as per MiTek’s recommendations.
– Adjust nut for desired height.
– Fill the hole 3/4 full with epoxy.
– Insert threaded rod with nut and washer into hole, pressing down until the washer is firmly seated on the concrete.
– After epoxy has cured, install 4×4 post and fasten with (8) 10d common nails. - Not recommended for fence posts or other unrestrained (not fixed or fastened at top) applications. These anchors are not designed to resist overturning (moment) loads.
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EPB44T-TZ Elevated Post Base
