Simpson Strong-Tie ABU88Z ABU ZMAX® Galvanized Adjustable Standoff Post Base for 8x8 (Pack of 192)

Simpson Strong-Tie ABU88Z ABU ZMAX® Galvanized Adjustable Standoff Post Base for 8x8 (Pack of 192)

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: 8x8
• Steel gauge: Base 14, strap 12
• ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: ABU88Z
• UPC: 50707392301603
• GTIN: 50707392301603
• 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: 8x8
• Feature 05: Steel gauge: Base 14, strap 12
• Feature 06: ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 7.202
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 7.101
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 7.702
• 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: No
• Display Unit/Measure: PAL
• EAN category: IC
• GUID: 254978590168407009598716406333310435274
• Logo Image: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Lkh4Jm6c--/vkrqlmpfxgflsa4yytuq.png
• Measurement Unit Text: Pallet
• MFG Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Number Category Description: UPC
• 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: 192
• Shipping Weight: 1541.76
• Short Product Name: 8 X 8 ADJUSTABLE POST BASE Z-MAX
• 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: 10707392301605
• EA Reference: 707392301608
• Lumber Size Infographic: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--4j6m7m95--/of77l1vzb2adrmtseor4.png