DriftClip^® DSLD

This drift slide angle is used to connect exterior cold-formed steel curtain wall studs to the primary structure at the head of wall, while allowing for up to 2” vertical deflection (1” up and down) and 2” lateral drift (1” left and right-in-plane). TSN’s patented Step Bushing Technology provides an anti-friction and anti-seizure connection between the clip and both the stud web surface & track.

Features

ICC-ES Approved, report #ESR-2049
If more than 2” lateral drift is required, contact TSN engineering for a custom solution.
Load-rated positive mechanical attachment at each stud
Patented Step Bushing Technology provides friction-free motion for smooth vertical deflection
Eliminates loose friction-held assemblies, heavy deep-leg track, & top row of wall bridging/strapping
Load-rated #12 screws provided for vertical deflection connection to stud web
Manufactured with certified, 50ksi, 33 mil, G90 cold-formed steel

Order Information

Qty/Box

DSLD362/400

100

DSLD600

50

DSLD800

50

Lbs/Box

DSLD362/400

41

DSLD600

34

DSLD800

46

Qty/Skid

DSLD362/400

4,500

DSLD600

2,250

DSLD800

2,250

Lbs/Skid

DSLD362/400

1,845

DSLD600

1,530

DSLD800

2,070

Nomenclature:
DriftClip DSLD is classified by multiplying stud depth by 100.

Example:6″ stud depth
Designate: DriftClip® DSLD600
* If more than 2” lateral drift is required, contact TSN engineering.
** Three screws & step bushings are available for attachment to stud in 6″ sizes and higher. Specify that 3 slots are needed when placing order.

Material Composition

ASTM A1003/A1003M Structural Grade 50 (340) Type H, ST50H (ST340H): 50ksi (340MPa) minimum yield strength, 65ksi (450MPa) minimum tensile strength, 33mil minimum thickness (20 gauge, 0.0346” design thickness) with ASTM A653/A653M G60 (Z180) hot dipped galvanized coating.

Catalogs

TSN’s Product Catalogs are an essential resource for the design of cold formed steel. Developed by Engineers, the catalogs contain design data for members, connectors, and fasteners. DriftClip^® DSLD can be found in the following Catalogs:

TSN Cold-Formed Steel Framing Connections Order Catalog

TSN Connections Technical Catalog

TSN Cold-Formed Steel Framing Connections Technical Catalog

TSN Connections Order Catalog

For a full list of our product catalogs, specification sections, inspection checklists, and research reports please click here.

DriftClip DSLS - Perspective View - Drift Slide Angle - Interior Head of Wall

DriftClip DSLS - Back View - Drift Slide Angle - Interior Head of Wall

DriftClip DSLS - Front View - Drift Slide Angle - Interior Head of Wall

DriftClip DSLS - Side View - Drift Slide Angle - Interior Head of Wall

DriftClip DSLS - Top View - Drift Slide Angle - Interior Head of Wall

US Patents #6,612,087

DriftClip® DSLD Downloads

Tech Sheet

Specification

Detail DWG

BIM Object

DriftClip® DSLD Applications

The attachment of DriftClip DSLD to the primary structure utilizes step bushings designed for #8 (0.164″) screws. Designing this connection is the responsibility of the Structural Engineer of Record, and a minimum of two fasteners must be used.

DriftClip DSLS - Application - Drift Slide Angle - Interior Head of Wall

Drywall Head of Wall Drift Connection

Installation Instructions

Attach track to structure with required fasteners.
Attach DriftClip DSLD to structure with required fasteners through each Step Bushing.
Attach DriftClip DSLD to stud with provided #8 screws through each Step Bushing.

Allowable Loads

33mil (20ga), 33ksi Stud

33mil (20ga), 50ksi Stud

43mil (18ga), 33ksi Stud

43mil (18ga), 50ksi Stud

54mil (16ga), 33ksi Stud

54mil (16ga), 50ksi Stud

68mil (14ga), 50ksi Stud

97mil (12ga), 50ksi Stud

Maximum Allowable Clip Load