VertiClip® SLF

The VertiClip® SLF is used to accommodate vertical deflection requirements for connections between light steel framing and the primary structural system in a bypass condition when the stud web is inaccessible. VertiClip SLF allows up to 1-1/2” of vertical deflection (¾”up and ¾” down). Pre-installed step-bushings in a vertical slot maintain a positive attachment between the clip and stud, and ensure movement allowance between them preventing the transfer of any vertical forces into non-load bearing steel studs. VertiClip SLF allows up to 1-1/2” of offset between the stud and building structure and may be used with studs having 1-5/8” or 2” stud flanges.

Quality Features

  • Positive, mechanical attachment
  • Only certified, 50ksi steel is used
  • Step Bushings pre-installed for accurate placement
  • Rated screws provided

Labor Benefits

  • Screw connection can be made from the decking through the stud flange when screw gun access to the web is not possible.
  • Aligns wall studs quickly and easily by accounting for construction tolerances.
  • Attaches to structure with PAF, anchors or welds.
  • Symmetric design allows clip to work with studs facing either direction.

VertiClip SLF

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  • Material Composition
  • Notes
 VertiClip SLF Application  VertiClip SLF Application with FlatStrap

 VertiClip® SLF used with TSN’s BridgeBar® & BridgeClip®
installed within 12” from the clip.

VertiClip® SLF used with one flat strap bracing on the outer
flange of studs to resist torsional effects.

 

  1. Attach VertiClip® SLF to structure with required fastener quantity, spacing and edge distance.
  2. Ensure that the stud’s return bend is fully seated in the clip.
  3. Fasten SLF to stud with provided screws through step bushings.

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Quantity/Order Information

Designation
 Qty/Box Lbs/Box Pcs/Skid Lbs/Skid
VertiClip SLF162 25 23 1125 1035

 

 

 

VertiClip SLF Dimension 

Nomenclature

VertiClip SLF is available in one size for all stud depths with 1-5/8” flanges.
VertiClip® SLF162 Allowable Design Loads
Stud F2 w/2 #12 screws (lbs)
Stud Thickness Mils (ga) Fy (yield) Stud (ksi)
43 (18)  33 281
43 (18)  50 326
54 (16)  50 465
68 (14) and up 50 632
Maximum Allowable Clip Load 632
  1. Allowable load have not been increased for wind, seismic, or other factors.
  2. Two # 12 screws are provided with each VertiClip SLF.

Material Composition:

ASTM A1003/A1003M Structural Grade 50 (340) Type H, ST50H (ST340H): 50ksi (340 MPa) minimum yield strength, 65ksi minimum tensile strength, 68mil minimum thickness (14 gauge, 0.0713” design thickness) with ASTM A653/653M G90 (Z275) hot dipped galvanized coating.

 

Notes:

  • Stud web crippling should be checked. Use 3.5” bearing length and “Interior Reaction – one Flange”, Condition 2, for the web crippling calculations except at end of stud use “End Reaction – one Flange”, Condition 1.
  • One row of bridging is recommended at a maximum distance of 12” from VertiClip SLF to resist torsional effects.
  • The attachment of VertiClip to the primary structure may be made with PAF, screw/bolt anchors or weld and is dependent upon the base material (steel or concrete) and the design configuration.