VertiTrack® VTX Exterior Head Of Wall

Product Application

VertiTrack® VTX deflection track connects exterior curtain wall studs at head of wall to the building frame while allowing for vertical deflection of the structure of up to 1½” (¾” up and ¾” down). A VertiClip® SL is pre-assembled at 16”o.c. or 24”o.c. (or any pre-required stud spacing). VertiClip’s unique design provides both an anti-friction and anti-seizure connection between the clip and the stud web surface thereby preventing a transfer
of vertical forces into curtain wall framing, which is not engineered to support axial loads. Use of VertiTrack VTX over friction- fit track assemblies minimizes liability through the utilization of positive mechanical attachments to the web of the stud.

Material Composition

Track and clip material: ASTM A653/A653M, Grade 50 (340),
50ksi (340 MPa) minimum yield strength, 65ksi (450 MPa)
minimum tensile strength, (clip); 33ksi (230MPa) minimum yield
strength, 45ksi (310 MPa) minimum tensile strength (track),
G-90 (Z275) hot-dipped galvanized coating (clip); G-60 (Z180)
hot-dipped galvanized coating (track). Track leg length = 1½”.
Track material thickness = 43mil (18 gauge, 0.0451” design
thickness).

The attachment of VertiClip to the primary structure may be
made with a PAF and is dependent upon the base material
(steel or concrete) and the design configuration.

 

VertiTrack VTX Dimensions

Note:

  • Fasten within ¾” from the angle heel (centerline of the 1½” leg) to minimize eccentric load transfer.
  • Fasten through each VertiClip SL to structure.

VertiTrack VTX series is designed to support horizontal loads and should not be used in axial-load-bearing wall construction.
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VertiTrack VTX Nomenclature

VertiTrack is manufactured in 12 ft. lengths. VertiTrack is designated by type (VTX), followed by stud depth in inches multiplied by 100 and stud spacing.

Example: 6” deep stud, 16” on center
Designate: VertiTrack VTX600-16.

VertiTrack VTX Value
  • Load-rated positive mechanical attachment at each stud
  • Eliminates friction-held assemblies
  • Clip utilizes only mill-certified, 50ksi steel
  • Step Bushings pre-installed for accurate placement
  • Load rated screws provided for each VertiClip
  • Meets all building code criteria
  • Adaptable for multiple configurations
  • Top of wall bridging or strapping is eliminated
  • Track lightweight for easy handling
  • Utilize clips for wall layout
  • Eliminates temporary screws


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VertiTrack VTX Installation
  1. Attach VertiTrack VTX to deck with an engineered connection through each VertiClip SL.
  2. Connect stud to VertiTrack with provided screws through Step Bushings.
  Quantity / Order Information 
Designation
Lbs / Piece
Qty/Skid
(Pieces)
Qty/Skid
(Feet)
Lbs / Skid
VTX362-16
15.570
242
2904
3768
VTX362-24
14.460
242
2904
3500
VTX400-16
16.260
200
2400
3252
VTX400-24
15.120
200
2400
3024
VTX600-16
21.510
98
1176
2108
VTX600-24
19.860
98
1176
1946
VTX800-16
27.660
100
1200
2766
VTX800-24
25.200
100
1200
2520


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  Allowable Loads  

VertiTrack VTX allowable loads are shown under Allowable Loads for VertiClip SL.

 

  Oct 2008   

 

 

          Products are available through local distribution.
Build #: 27