Simpson Strong-Tie BC460 BC Galvanized Post Base for 4x6Post 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 is for light base applications.This Simpson product is designed for construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation matter.Features 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: 4x6 Made from 18-gauge steel Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance Specifications ERP Part Number: BC460 UPC: 44315101502 GTIN: 44315101502 Feature 01: Provides a positive connection for a post to a wood deck Feature 02: Stronger than angled nailing or screw fastening Feature 03: Reduces the chance of the post splitting and eliminates nailing into end grain Feature 04: Not recommended for non top-supported installations (such as fences or unbraced carports) Feature 05: Nominal post size: 4x6 Feature 06: Made from 18-gauge steel Feature 07: Galvanized (G90) for extra corrosion resistance Install With: Install with 16d commons or 16d x 2 1/2" joist hanger nails Assembled Depth - Imperial: 3.375 Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in. Assembled Height - Imperial: 3.046 Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in. Assembled Width - Imperial: 5.592 Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in. Base Product ID: BC_Base Base Product Name: BC Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie® Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Bases > Post Base Coating: Zinc Galvanized, G90 Country of Origin: US Customer Unit: Yes Display Unit/Measure: EA EAN category: UC Fasteners Included: No Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90 Gauge: 18 GUID: 323581768234428362803566151103599781875 Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png Measurement Unit Text: each Member Size: 4x6 MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie® Number Category Description: UPC Packaging Quantity: 1 Packaging Type: Unpacked Product Class: Post Base Prop 65 Warning: No Quantity: 1 Shipping Weight: 0.55 Short Product Name: 4 X 6 POST BASE Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/postbases_capsandbases/bc_base/p/bc Subcategory: Wood Construction Connectors Subcategory 2: Bases Warranty PDF: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--K_9ww28_--/bgqxyqo1uhaqsqcvudu7.pdf Brand Video: https://images.salsify.com/video/upload/s--N-SMFYx9--/wpz3sdgci9c512ppr9df.mp4 CAR Reference: 10044315101509 PAL Reference: 50044315101507 Lumber Size Infographic: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--4j6m7m95--/of77l1vzb2adrmtseor4.png