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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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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.