VertiClip® SLB
This vertical deflection clip is used to connect exterior cold-formed steel curtain wall studs to the slab, bypassing the primary structure , while allowing for vertical deflection of the structure up to 2” (1” up & 1” down). TSN’s patented Step Bushing Technology provides an anti-friction and anti-seizure connection between the clip and the stud web surface.
Features
- ICC-ES Approved, report #ESR-2049
- Attaches to structure with PAF or welds
- 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, 68 mil, G90 cold-formed steel
Order Information
Qty/Box
SLB250
150
SLB362/400
50
SLB600
50
SLB600-HD
50
SLB600-10**
25
SLB600-12**
25
SLB800
50
SLB800-10**
25
SLB800-12**
25
SLB1000
25
SLB1200
25
Lbs/Box
SLB250
20
SLB362/400
28
SLB600
38
SLB600-HD
38
SLB600-10**
30
SLB600-12**
35
SLB800
50
SLB800-10**
30
SLB800-12**
35
SLB1000
30
SLB1200
35
Qty/Skid
SLB250
2,250
SLB362/400
2,250
SLB600
2,250
SLB600-HD
2,250
SLB600-10**
1,125
SLB600-12**
1,000
SLB800
1,600
SLB800-10**
1,125
SLB800-12**
1,000
SLB1000
1,125
SLB1200
1,000
Lbs/Skid
SLB250
900
SLB362/400
1,260
SLB600
1,710
SLB600-HD
1,710
SLB600-10**
1,800
SLB600-12**
1,760
SLB800
1,600
SLB800-10**
1,800
SLB800-12**
1,760
SLB1000
1,800
SLB1200
1,400
Nomenclature:
VertiClip SLB is designated by type (SLB), followed by stud depth in inches multiplied by 100.
Example: 6″ stud
Designate: VertiClip® SLB600
* Use of strengthening ribs and return bends varies with each clip.
** The VertiClip SLB600-10, 600-12, 800-10 and 800-12 accommodate an even greater construction tolerance of studs from structure. The VertiClip SLBxxx-10 is 10″ in depth and the VertiClip SLBxxx-12 is 12″ in depth with slot spacings designed for a 6″ or 8″ stud
Material Composition
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.
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. VertiClip® SLB can be found in the following Catalogs:
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For a full list of our product catalogs, specification sections, inspection checklists, and research reports please click here.
US Patents #5,467,566 & #5,906,080
VertiClip® SLB Downloads
VertiClip® SLB Applications
The attachment of VertiClip SLB 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.
VertiClip SLB Exterior Slab Bypass - Attached with Screws
VertiClip SLB-HD Exterior Slab Bypass - Attached with PAF's
Installation Instructions
- Place VertiClip® angle against structural pour stop.
- Attach SLB to structure with required fasteners.
- Fasten SLB to stud with provided screws through Step Bushings.
VertiClip® SLB 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
VertiClip® SLB - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F1 Load Direction
SLB250 & SLB362/400
w/2 #12 screws
95
138
124
179
156
225
227
227
227
VertiClip® SLB - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F1 Load Direction
SLB600
w/2-3 #12 screws
95
138
124
179
156
225
227
227
227
VertiClip® SLB - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F1 Load Direction
SLB800
w/2-3 #12 screws
95
107
107
107
107
107
107
107
107
VertiClip® SLB - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F2 Load Direction
SLB250, SLB362/400*, SLB600 & SLB800
w/2 #12 screws
377
544
561
810
789
1,139
1,567
1,567
1,567
VertiClip® SLB - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F2 Load Direction
SLB250, SLB362/400*, SLB600 & SLB800
w/3 #12 screws
565
817
841
1,215
1,183
1,567
1,567
1,567
1,567
VertiClip® SLB - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F2 Load Direction
SLBxxx-10, SLBxxx-12, SLB1000, & SLB1200
w/2 #12 screws
376
544
560
810
788
933
933
933
933
VertiClip® SLB - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F2 Load Direction
SLBxxx-10, SLBxxx-12, SLB1000, & SLB1200
w/3 #12 screws
564
817
840
933
933
933
933
933
933
Notes:
- SLB362/400 only allows 2 screws
- Allowable load tables incorporate eccentric loading of fasteners. Values with welded connection may increase.
- 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 0.172” in diameter for SLB362, 0.141″ in diameter for SLB600 and SLB800.
- Total vertical deflection of up to 2” (1” up and 1” down). 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 constructio.
- Allowable loads have not been increased for wind, seismic, or other factors.
- #12 screws are provided with each step bushing. Load requirements don’t always justify use of a third screw. Three slots are standard in 6” and higher web depths to accommodate constructio tolerances. Use of a 3rd screw and bushing is dependent upon load configuration. 250 and 362/400 sizes have only 2 slots and 2 screws.
- Use of strengthening ribs and return bends varies with each clip.
- 1 For LRFD Design Strengths refer to ICC-ESR-2049.
VertiClip® SLB Load Direction
VertiClip® SLB-HD Allowable Loads
33mil (20ga), 33ksi Stud
43mil (18ga), 33ksi Stud
54mil (16ga), 33ksi Stud
54mil (16ga), 50ksi Stud
68mil (14ga), 50ksi Stud
97mil (12ga), 50ksi Stud
Maximum Allowable Clip Load
VertiClip® SLB600-HD - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F1 Allowable (ASD) Loads
w/2-3 #12 Screws
95
124
156
225
234
234
234
VertiClip® SLB600-HD - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F2 Allowable (ASD) Loads with Two ¼” Concrete Fasteners
w/2* #12 Screws
376
560
788
1,140
1,187
1,187
1,187
VertiClip® SLB600-HD - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F2 Allowable (ASD) Loads with Two ¼” Concrete Fasteners
w/3 #12 Screws
564
840
1,182
1,187
1,187
1,187
1,187
VertiClip® SLB600-HD - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F2 Allowable (ASD) Loads with One ½” Concrete Anchor
w/2* #12 Screws
376
560
788
1,003
1,003
1,003
1,003
VertiClip® SLB600-HD - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 & F2
F2 Allowable (ASD) Loads with One ½” Concrete Anchor
w/3 #12 Screws
564
840
1,003
1,003
1,003
1,003
1,003
Notes:
- Fasten within ¾” from the angle heel (centerline of the 1 ½” leg) to minimize eccentric load transfer.
- Guide holes for structure connection are 0.375″ diameter for (2) ¼” concrete screws, and 0.625″ diameter for (1) ½” concrete anchor.
- VertiClip SLB-HD allows up to 2″ of vertical deflection (1″ up and 1″ down).
- VertiClip SLB600-HD is designed to support horizontal loads and should not be used in axial-load-bearing wall construction.
- Allowable loads have not been increased for wind, seismic, or other factors.
(3) bushings are provided with each clip. Based on the application and evaluation by the design professional, two may be sufficient. If only the outer two slots are used to accommodate greater building tolerances, allowable loads may be reduced. - Loads listed reflect force in a single direction. When multiple loads act on the connection, it is the responsibility of the designer to check the interaction of the forces.
- The recommended allowable load is for the clip and attachment to the stud only. The design professional must design attachment to the primary structure.
- For LRFD Design Strengths refer to ICC-ESR-2049.
- *First and third bushings installed
VertiClip® SLB-HD Load Direction
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