VertiClip® SLB

VertiClip® SLB connects exterior curtain wall studs, bypassing the building structure, while allowing for vertical deflection of the structure up to 2” (1” up and 1” down). 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. VertiClip SLB eliminates flange-loaded, friction-fit clips, which do not address web-crippling. Allowable loads are based on use of two #12 screws for attachment to stud (provided by TSN).

Value

  • Positive, mechanical attachment
  • Only certified, 50ksi steel is used
  • Step Bushings pre-installed for accurate placement
  • Rated screws provided
  • Load transferred from stud web
  • Elimination of friction-held assemblies
  • Meets all building code criteria
  • Adaptable for multiple configurations
  • Eliminates shims and scabs
  • Aligns wall studs quickly and easily by accounting for construction tolerances
  • Eliminates bridging or strapping within 12” of connection
  • Attaches to structure with PAF or welds

VertiClip SLB

US Patents #5,467,566 & #5,906,080

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An ICC-ES Evaluation Report for VertiClip SLB is available.
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Step Bushing Technology



Step Bushing Technology
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Blast & Seismic Design Data




Blast & Seismic Design Data
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  • Installation
  • Nomenclature/Order Info
  • Allowable Loads
  • Material Composition

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  1. Place VertiClip® angle against structural pour stop.
  2. Attach SLB to structure with required fasteners.
  3. Fasten SLB to stud with provided screws through Step Bushings.

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Quantity/Order Information

Designation
 Qty/Box Lbs/Box Pcs/Skid Lbs/Skid
SLB362 (2 slot / 2 bushing)  50 28 2250 1260
SLB600 (3 slot / 3 bushing)  50 42 2250 1890
SLB800 (3 slot / 3 bushing)  50 50 1600 1600
SLB600-10 (3 slot / 3 bushing)  25 40 1125 1800
SLB600-12 (3 slot / 3 bushing)  25 44 800 1408
SLB1000 (3 slot / 3 bushing)  25 40 1125 1800
SLB1200 (3 slot / 3 bushing)  25 44 800 1408

 

 

 VertiClip SLB Dimensions

* Use of strengthening ribs varies with each clip. Each VertiClip SLB contains stiffened ribs in the angle heel.

Nomenclature

VertiClip SLB is classified by multiplying stud depth by 100.

Example: 6” stud = VertiClip SLB600.

The VertiClip SLB600-10 and 600-12 accommodate an even greater construction tolerance of studs from structure and are now standard products. The VertiClip SLB600-10 is 10” in depth with slot spacing designed for a 6” stud, and the VertiClip SLB600-12 is 12” in depth with slot spacing designed for a 6” stud.

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

Allowable load tables incorporate eccentric loading of fasteners. Values with welded connection may increase.
VertiClip®
Series		 Load
Direction		 Stud Thickness Mils (ga) Fy (yield) Stud (ksi) SLB362 F1 w/2 screws (lbs) SLB600 F1 w/2-3 screws (lbs) SLB800 F1 w/2-3 screws (lbs)
SLB362/400, 600, 800 (Clip is 14ga, 68mils) F1 33 (20)  33 95 95 95
33 (20)  50 138 138 118
43 (18)  33 124 124 118
43 (18)  50 179 179 118
54 (16)  33 156 156 118
54 (16)  50 225 225 118
68 (14)  50 227 227 118
97 (12)  50 227 227 118
Maximum Allowable Clip Load 227 227

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VertiClip®
Series
 Load
Direction		 Stud Thickness Mils (ga) Fy (yield) Stud (ksi) F2 w/2
screws (lbs)		 F2 w/3
screws (lbs)
SLB362/400, 600, 800 (Clip is 14ga, 68mils) F2 33 (20)  33 376 564
33 (20)  50 544 817
43 (18)  33 560 840
43 (18)  50 810 1215
54 (16)  33 788 1182
54 (16)  50 1140 1600
68 (14)  50 1600 1600
97 (12)  50 1600 1600
Maximum Allowable Clip Load 1600

1600
VertiClip®
Series
 Load
Direction		 Stud Thickness Mils (ga) Fy (yield) Stud (ksi) F2 w/2 screws (lbs) F2 w/3 screws (lbs)
SLBxxx-10, SLBxxx-12, SLB1000 & SLB1200 Series (Clip is 14ga, 68mils) F2 33 (20)  33 376 564
33 (20)  50 544 817
43 (18)  33 560 840
43 (18)  50 810 933
54 (16)  33 788 933
54 (16)  50 933 933
68 (14)  50 933 933
97 (12)  50 933 933
Maximum Allowable Clip Load 933

933
  • Allowable loads have not been increased for wind, seismic, or other factors.
  • Two #12 screws are provided with each VertiClip SLB. If loads justify use of a third screw, TSN will provide 3 bushings and 3 screws with each clip.
  • Three slots are standard in 6” and higher web depths to accommodate construction tolerances. Use of a 3rd screw and bushing is dependent upon load configuration. 250 and 362/400 s izes have only 2 slots and 2 screws.

Note:

  • Fasten within ¾” from the angle heel (centerline of the 1½” leg) to minimize eccentric load transfer.
  • Fasteners attaching clip to structure should be installed symmetrically around the center line of the clip. The
    allowable load of the clip may be reduced if fasteners are not installed symmetrically.
  • Guide holes in the 1½” leg measure .172” in diameter for SLB362, .141" in diameter for SLB800, and SLB600.
  • Deflection requirements greater than 1” up and down are available.
  • VertiClip SLB series is designed to support horizontal loads and should not be used in axial-load-bearing wall construction.
  • VertiClip SLB600 and SLB800 have 3 slots for greater efficiency with construction tolerances and the third screw and step bushing are not required unless specified.
  • Step Bushings and Screws may be installed in the middle and outer slots of SLB600 or 800 to accommodate greater building tolerances. Note that this may affect the F1 and F2 allowable load capacity and may require a row of bridging at a maximum distance of 12" of the connection to resist stud torsional effects. Call TSN Tech Support for test data and recommendations.

Load Direction

VertiClip SLB Load Direction


ASTM A1003/A1003M Structural Grade 50 (340) Type H, ST50H (ST340H): 50ksi (340MPa) minimum yield strength, 65ksi (450MPa) minimum tensile strength, 68mil minimum thickness (14 gauge, 0.0713” design thickness) with ASTM A653/A653M G90 (Z275) hot dipped galvanized coating.

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