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VertiClip® SLS

This vertical deflection strut is used to connect exterior cold-formed steel curtain wall studs to structural steel frame when large stand-off conditions exist, bypassing the primary structure, while allowing for a vertical deflection of the structure up to 1 ½” (¾” up and ¾” down). TSN’s patented Step Bushing Technology provides an anti-friction and anti-seizure connection between the clip and the stud web surface. 

Features
  • Variety of lengths available
  • ICC-ES Approved, report #ESR-2049
  • LARR Approved, report #25631
  • 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, 68mil, G90 cold-formed steel
Order Information
Qty/Box
SLS362/400-9*
50
SLS362/400-12*
50
SLS600-12
50
SLS600-15
50
SLS600-18
25
SLS600-20
25
SLS600-24
25
SLS600-30
25
SLS600-36
25
SLS800-12
50
SLS800-15
50
SLS800-18
25
SLS800-20
25
Lbs/Box
SLS362/400-9*
45
SLS362/400-12*
60
SLS600-12
60
SLS600-15
70
SLS600-18
40
SLS600-20
48
SLS600-24
68
SLS600-30
85
SLS600-36
102
SLS800-12
60
SLS800-15
70
SLS800-18
40
SLS800-20
48
Qty/Skid
SLS362/400-9*
2,250
SLS362/400-12*
2,250
SLS600-12
2,250
SLS600-15
1,600
SLS600-18
1,500
SLS600-20
1,500
SLS600-24
375
SLS600-30
375
SLS600-36
375
SLS800-12
2,250
SLS800-15
1,600
SLS800-18
1,500
SLS800-20
1,500
Lbs/Skid
SLS362/400-9*
2,025
SLS362/400-12*
2,700
SLS600-12
2,700
SLS600-15
2,240
SLS600-18
2,400
SLS600-20
2,880
SLS600-24
1,020
SLS600-30
1,275
SLS600-36
1,530
SLS800-12
2,700
SLS800-15
2,240
SLS800-18
2,400
SLS800-20
2,880

Nomenclature:
VertiClip SLS is designated by stud depth and clip length required. Clip length includes a minimum of 3″ for steel (5.5″ for concrete) of clip material for attachment to structure added to stud depth, plus the distance of the stud from the structure.

Example:6″ stud, 6″ tolerance, 3″ to structure
Designate:VertiClip® SLS600-15

* Use of strengthening ribs and return bends varies with each clip.

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® SLS 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.

VertiClip SLS - Slide Angle - Bypass Strut
VertiClip SLS Back - Slide Angle - Bypass Strut
VertiClip SLS Front - Slide Angle - Bypass Strut
VertiClip SLS Side - Slide Angle - Bypass Strut
VertiClip SLS Top - Slide Angle - Bypass Strut
VertiClip SLS Front - Slide Angle - Bypass Strut

US Patents #5,467,566 & #5,906,080

VertiClip SLS Downloads

Tech Sheet

LSF Specification

Specification

Detail DWG

BIM Object

VertiClip® SLS Applications

The attachment of VertiClip SLS to the primary structure may be made with PAFs, screw/bolt anchors or weld and is dependent upon the base material (steel or concrete) and the design configuration.

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Steel Frame Bypass

Installation Instructions

  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

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® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 Load Direction
SLS362/400-9, -12

w/2 #12 Screws
95
124
124
124
124
124
124
124
124
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 Load Direction
SLS600-12

w/2 or 3 #12 Screws
95
138
124
164
156
164
164
164
164
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 Load Direction
SLS600-15, -18, -20

w/2 or 3 #12 Screws
95
130
124
130
130
130
130
130
130
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 Load Direction
SLS600-24

w/2 or 3 #12 Screws
95
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 Load Direction
SLS800-12

w/2 or 3 #12 Screws
95
138
124
141
141
141
141
141
141
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F1 Load Direction
SLS800-15, -18, -20

w/2 or 3 #12 Screws
95
125
124
125
125
125
125
125
125
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® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
SLS362/400-9, -12

w/2 #12 Screws
376
544
560
810
788
1,138
1,245
1,245
1,245
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
SLS600-12

w/2 #12 Screws
376
544
560
810
788
1,138
1,434
1,434
2,070
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
SLS600-12

w/3 #12 Screws
564
816
840
1,215
1,182
1,707
2,070
2,070
2,070
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
SLS600-15, -18, -20

w/2 #12 Screws
376
544
560
810
788
1,138
1,434
1,434
2,122
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
SLS600-15, -18, -20

w/3 #12 Screws
564
816
840
1,215
1,182
1,707
2,122
2,122
2,122
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
SLS600-24

w/2 #12 Screws
376
544
560
810
788
1,138
1,434
1,434
1,896
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
SLS600-24

w/3 #12 Screws
564
816
840
1,215
1,182
1,707
1,896
1,896
1,896
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
SLS800-12, -15, -18, -20

w/2 #12 Screws
376
544
560
810
788
1,138
1,434
1,434
1,816
VertiClip® SLS - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
SLS800-12, -15, -18, -20

w/3 #12 Screws
564
816
840
1,215
1,182
1,707
1,816
1,816
1,816

Notes:

  • VertiClip SLS is designed to support horizontal loads, and should not be used in axial load-bearing walls.
  • Allowable loads have not been increased for wind, seismic, or other factors.
  • Return lip added for clips longer than 20″.
  • #12 screws are provided with each step bushing for attachment to the stud web.
  • Minimum 3″ of SLS required for attachment to steel structure and minimum 5-1/2″ for attachment to concrete structure.
  • Fasten within 3/4″ of the angle heel (centerline of the 1-1/2″ leg) to minimize eccentric load transfer.
  • Total vertical deflection of up to 1-1/2″ (3/4″ up and 3/4″ down). Deflection requirements greater than 3/4″ (up and down) are available.
  • Allowable load tables incorporate eccentric loading of fasteners. Values with welded connection may increase.
  • For LRFD strengths contact TSN technical services.
    o ICC-ESR-2049.

Load Direction

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