Simpson Strong-Tie ABA46Z ABA ZMAX® Galvanized Adjustable Standoff Post Base for 4x6

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

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
• The 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: 4x6
• Made from 14-gauge steel
• ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications

Specifications

• ERP Part Number: ABA46Z
• UPC: 44315376108
• GTIN: 44315376108
• Feature 01: The slot in the base enables flexibility around the anchor bolt, making precise post placement easier
• Feature 02: The 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: 4x6
• Feature 05: Made from 14-gauge steel
• Feature 06: ZMAX galvanization offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
• Install With: Install with 16d common nails or #10 x 1-1/2 Strong-Drive® SD screws
• Assembled Depth - Imperial: 5.519
• Assembled Depth UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Height - Imperial: 3.09375
• Assembled Height UOM - Imperial: in.
• Assembled Width - Imperial: 4.2022
• Assembled Width UOM - Imperial: in.
• Base Product ID: ABA_Base
• Base Product Name: ABA
• Brand Name: Simpson Strong-Tie®
• Category Tree (Computed): Wood Construction Connectors > Bases > Post Base
• Coating: ZMAX®
• Country of Origin: US
• Customer Unit: Yes
• Display Unit/Measure: EA
• EAN category: UC
• Fasteners Included: No
• Finish: ZMAX®
• Gauge: 14
• GUID: 100864660235026583890308046271297946002
• 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: 1.22
• Short Product Name: 4 X 6 ADJUSTABLE POST BASE ZMAX
• Strongtie.com URL: https://www.strongtie.com/retrofitpostbases_postbases/aba_base/p/aba
• 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: 10044315376105
• PAL Reference: 50044315376103
• Lumber Size Infographic: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--4j6m7m95--/of77l1vzb2adrmtseor4.png