StiffClip® FS
Features
- Mill certified 50ksi steel
- Guide holes for attachment to wall studs (0.172” dia.)
- Structurally load tested
Order Information
Available Thicknesses
Mils | Gauge | Decimal (in) |
33 | 20 | 0.0346 |
43 | 18 | 0.0451 |
54 | 16 | 0.0566 |
68 | 14 | 0.0713 |
97 | 12 | 0.1017 |
Nomenclature
StiffClip FS is designated by the width of the strap in inches followed by strap thickness in mils.
Example: 16ga, 2¾” strap, 24” long
Designate: StiffClip® FS275-54-24
* Guide holes located 1/2″ from each end, with ⅜” edge distance at 2″ o.c. staggered for FS125 and 0.75″ edge distance at 2″ o.c. staggered for FS275. Additional guide holes for fasteners available upon request.
** Sizes shown in table are typical, but can vary. StiffClip FS is usually made to order. Contact TSN for additional pricing, quantity and order information
Material Composition
Catalogs
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StiffClip® FS Applications
The unique design of MasterClip allows it to be installed either as a vertical deflection connection or a rigid connection. Attachment 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.
Floor Strap - Slab
Installation Instructions
- Place StiffClip FS flat against aligned wall studs.
- Attach StiffClip FS to wall studs with approved screws through guide holes
Allowable Loads
StiffClip® FS Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F3 | |
Designation | Load |
FS125-33 | 1,163 |
FS125-43 | 1,516 |
FS125-54 | 1,902 |
FS125-68 | 2,396 |
FS125-97 | 3,418 |
FS275-33 | 2,849 |
FS275-43 | 3,713 |
FS275-54 | 4,660 |
FS275-68 | 5,871 |
FS275-97 | 8,374 |
Notes:
- StiffClip FS resists tension forces only.
- Design loads based on strap capacity only.
- Allowable loads have not been increased for wind, seismic, or other factors.
- Number of fasteners used is based on fastener manufacturer’s allowable load data.
- Guide holes located ½” from each end, with ⅜” distance at 2″ o.c. staggered for FS125 and ¾” edge distance at 2″ o.c. staggered for FS275.