MasterClip^® VLB

Load Table Notes:

• Allowable load tables incorporate eccentric loading of fasteners. Values with a welded connection may increase.
• Fasten within ¾” of the angle heel (centerline of the 1½” leg) to minimize eccentric load transfer.
• Fasteners attaching clips 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 1 ½” leg measure 0.141″ in diameter.
• Total vertical deflection up to 2″ (1″ up and 1″ down).
• Allowable loads have not been increased for wind, seismic, or other factors.
• MasterClip VLB resists horizontal and vertical loads when used as a rigid connector.
• Loads listed reflect force in a single direction. When multiple loads react on the connection, it is the responsibility of the designer to check the interaction of forces.
• Torsional effects are considered on the screw group for F3 allowable loads. It is assumed that half of the torsional moment is taken by the connection to the structure and half is taken by the screw connection to the stud.
• Design loads consider loads on the clip and #12 screw fasteners to the stud web.
• (3) #12 screws are provided with each connector (based on number of integrated breakaway step bushings). Load requirements don’t always require the use of all screws provided.
• Three slots are standard in 6″ and higher web depths to accommodate construction tolerances. Use of a 3rd screw and bushing is dependent upon load requirements.