VertiClip® SLS

The VertiClip® SLS slide clip connects exterior curtain wall studs, bypassing the building’s structural frame, while allowing for a vertical deflection of the structure up to 1½” (¾” up and ¾” 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. Allowable loads are based on use of two #12 screws for attachment to stud (provided by TSN).

Value

  • Provides a positive, load-rated, mechanical attachment to web of stud
  • Eliminates friction-based assemblies
  • Utilizes only certified, 50ksi steel
  • Eliminates untested “scabs” or shims
  • Load rated screws provided
  • Step Bushings pre-installed for accurate placement
  • Meets all building code criteria
  • Adaptable for multiple configurations
  • Align wall studs quickly and easily by accounting for construction tolerances
  • Lightweight assembly
  • Eliminates bridging or strapping within 12” of connection

 VertiClip SLS
US Patent #'s 5,467,566 & 5,906,080

Step Bushing Technology
  
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ICCAn ICC-ES Evaluation Report for VertiClip  SLS600-12 is available.
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  • Nomenclature/Order Info
  • Allowable Loads
  • Material Composition

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  1. Attach SLS to structure with engineered attachment. Allow recommended minimum clip area for attachment.
  2. Align studs to SLS for plumb wall assembly.
  3. Fasten SLS to wall stud with provided screws through Step Bushings

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Quantity/Order Information

Designation
 Qty/Box Lbs/Box Pcs/Skid Lbs/Skid
SLS362-9*  50 45 2250 2025
SLS362-12*  50 60 2250 2700
SLS600-12  50 60 2250 2700
SLS600-15  50 70 1600 2240
SLS600-18  25 40 1500 2400
SLS600-20  25 48 1500 2880
SLS800-12  50 60 2250 2700
SLS800-15  50 70 1600 2240
SLS800-18  25 40 1500 2400
SLS800-20  25 48 1500 2880

 

 

  VertiClip SLS Dimensions

* Use with either 3 5/8” or 4” studs.
VertiClip®
Series
 Stud Thickness Mils (ga) Fy (yield) Stud (ksi) F2 w/2
screws (lbs)		 F2 w/3
screws (lbs)
SLS (Clipis 14ga, 68mils) 33 (20) 33 377 565
33 (20)  50 544 817
43 (18)  33 561 841
43 (18)  50 810 1215
54 (16)  33 789 1183
54 (16)  50 1139 1709
68 (14)  50 1610 2070
97 (12)  50 1698 2070
Maximum Allowable Clip Load 2070

2070
  • Allowable loads have not been increased for wind, seismic, or other factors.
  • Two #12 screws are provided with each VertiClip SLS.
  • If loads justify use of a third or fourth screw, TSN will provide the required number of slots, screws, and step bushings with each clip.

Allowable load tables incorporate eccentric loading of fasteners. Values with welded connection may increase.

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

Load Direction

 VertiClip SLS 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.