Simpson Strong-Tie ABU66SS ABU Stainless-Steel Adjustable Post Base for 6x6

Simpson Strong-Tie ABU66SS ABU Stainless-Steel Adjustable Post Base for 6x6

The Simpson Strong-Tie® ABU is designed to attach wooden posts to existing concrete in high capacity applications. The built-in 1-in. standoff of this adjustable post base helps to prevent rot at the end of the post. The ABU has a slotted anchor hole in the base for adjustability and attaches to the post with nails, Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws or bolts. This versatile post base makes a cost-effective option for securing a post to the foundation, with a design built for maximum uplift performance.

This Simpson product is designed for construction, connector, fastening, anchoring, and structural applications where dependable performance, durability, and jobsite-ready installation matter.

Features

• The slot in the base enables flexibility around the anchor bolt, making precise post placement easier
• 1-in. standoff design meets code requirements for structural posts installed in basements or exposed to weather or water splash
• Increased uplift loads for earthquake or wind loading
• Nominal post size: 6x6
• Steel gauge: Base 12, strap 10
• Stainless steel for high/severe corrosion resistance

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: ABU66SS
• UPC: 707392440901
• GTIN: 707392440901
• Feature 01: The slot in the base enables flexibility around the anchor bolt, making precise post placement easier
• Feature 02: 1-in. standoff design meets code requirements for structural posts installed in basements or exposed to weather or water splash
• Feature 03: Increased uplift loads for earthquake or wind loading
• Feature 04: Nominal post size: 6x6
• Feature 05: Steel gauge: Base 12, strap 10
• Feature 06: Stainless steel for high/severe corrosion resistance
• Install With: Install with stainless-steel 0.162 in. x 3-1/2 in. nails or 1/2 in. diameter stainless-steel machine bolts
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 5.375
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 6.1915
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 5.758
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: ABU_Base
• Base Product Name: ABU
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Bases > Post Base
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Fasteners Included: No
• Finish: Stainless Steel
• Gauge: Base 12; strap 10
• GUID: 21653937420455465737290341071003030331
• Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Measurement Unit Text: each
• Member Size: 6x6
• MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Number Category Description: UPC
• Packaging Quantity: 1
• Packaging Type: Unpacked
• Product Class: Post Base
• Prop 65 - Cancer: Wood Dust
• Prop 65 - Long Text: WARNING! This product can expose you to chemicals including wood dust which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Prop 65 - Short Text: WARNING! Cancer - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
• Prop 65 Warning: Yes
• Quantity: 1
• Shipping Weight: 4.87
• Short Product Name: 6 X 6 ADJUSTABLE POST BASE STAINLESS STL
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/retrofitpostbases_postbases/abu_base/p/abu
• 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: 20707392440905
• PAL Reference: 40707392440909
• Lumber Size Infographic: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--4j6m7m95--/of77l1vzb2adrmtseor4.png