Questions and Answers for Simpson Strong-Tie BCS Galvanized Post Cap for Double 2x Beam, 4x Post

A:  No this will NOT work. And 2ea 2X4 or 2X6 finished lumber is 1-1/2" wide each X 2 pcs = 3". A 4X4 post is 3-1/2 X 3-1/2. Bob has it right,

A:  Yes, the post caps can connect two 4x4 pieces of wood.

A:  No. These particular brackets are designed to fit on a post on one end (3.5 inches) and receive a double 2x on the other (3 inches).

A:  Hello Davdavy, Yes this item will accommodate a 4"x 4" or 2 - 2x's on both sides. They are both 3.5" wide.

A:  No, this connector is designed to connect a 4X4 post to doubled 2x lumber. If you want to connect a 4x4 to a 4x piece of wood then look at the BC4 connector.