VertiTrack® VTD

This deflection track system with preinstalled VertiClip® SLD’s, is used to connect the interior/exterior metal studs at head of wall to the primary structure while allowing for a vertical deflection of the structure up to 1½” (¾” up & ¾” down). A VertiClip® SLD is pre-installed to the track at 16” or 24”o.c. TSN’s patented Step Bushing Technology provides an anti-friction and anti-seizure connection between the clip and the stud web surface.
Features
  • NY MEA Approved, report #326-06-M
  • Pre-installed clip saves time installing clips and spacing studs
  • 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, 68mil, 50ksi cold-formed steel
Order Information
Lbs/Piece
VTD250-16
8.808
VTD250-24
8.472
VTD362-16
10.935
VTD362-24
10.41
VTD400-16
11.415
VTD400-24
10.89
VTD600-16
15.24
VTD600-24
14.4
VTD800-16
18.81
VTD800-24
17.7
Qty/Skid (Pieces)
VTD250-16
250
VTD250-24
250
VTD362-16
242
VTD362-24
242
VTD400-16
200
VTD400-24
200
VTD600-16
98
VTD600-24
98
VTD800-16
100
VTD800-24
100
Qty/Skid (Feet)
VTD250-16
3,000
VTD250-24
3,000
VTD362-16
2,904
VTD362-24
2,904
VTD400-16
2,400
VTD400-24
2,400
VTD600-16
1,176
VTD600-24
1,176
VTD800-16
1,200
VTD800-24
1,200
Lbs/Skid
VTD250-16
2,200
VTD250-24
2,118
VTD362-16
2,647
VTD362-24
2,520
VTD400-16
2,283
VTD400-24
2,178
VTD600-16
1,494
VTD600-24
1,412
VTD800-16
1,881
VTD800-24
1,770

Nomenclature:
VertiTrack VTD is manufactured in 12 ft. lengths. VertiTrack is designated by type (VTD), followed by stud depth in inches multiplied by 100 and stud spacing.

Example:6″ deep stud, 16″ on center
Designate:VertiTrack® VTD600-16

Material Composition

Clip Material: 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.

Track Material: ASTM A1003/A1003M Structural Grade 33 (230) Type H, ST33H (ST230H): 33ksi (230MPa) minimum yield strength, 45ksi (310MPa) 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. VertiTrack® VTD 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 visit our Catalogs & Design Guides page.

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

VertiTrack® VTD Downloads

VertiTrack® VTD Applications

The attachment of VertiTrack VTD 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.

VertiClip SL - Slide Angle - Exterior Head of Wall Connection

1½” Deflection - Interior or Exterior Head of Wall

Installation Instructions

  1. Attach VertiTrack VTD to deck with approved fasteners.
  2. Attach VertiClip through Step Bushings to wall studs with self-drilling screws provided.

Allowable Loads

18mil (25ga), 33ksi Stud
27mil (22ga), 33ksi Stud
30mil (20ga-Drywall), 33ksi Stud
33mil (20ga-Structural), 33ksi Stud
33mil (20ga), 50ksi Stud
43mil (18ga), 33ksi Stud
43mil (18ga), 50ksi Stud
54mil (16ga), 33ksi Stud
54mil (16ga), 50ksi Stud
Maximum Allowable Clip Load
VertiTrack® VTD - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
VTD250

w/2 #8 screws
132
159
159
159
159
159
159
159
159
159
VertiTrack® VTD - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
VTD362/400

w/2 #8 screws
132
242
322
328
359
359
359
359
359
359
VertiTrack® VTD - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
VTD600

w/2 #8 screws
132
242
322
328
405
405
405
405
405
405
VertiTrack® VTD - Recommended Allowable Load (lbs): F2 Load Direction
VTD800

w/2 #8 screws
132
242
322
328
474
488
664
664
664
682

Notes:

  • VertiTrack VTD loads are the same as VertiClip SLD.
  • VertiTrack VTD is assembled with the VertiClip SLD pre-attached at 16″ o.c. or 24″ o.c.
  • VertiTrack VTD 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.
  • Strengthening ribs are present in 3-5/8″ and 6″ sizes.
  • #8 screws are provided with each step bushing for attachment to the stud web.
  • Fasten through each Verticlip SLD to 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. Custom spacing is also available.
  • For LRFD strengths contact TSN technical services.
    ⅝ and 6″sizes.
VertiClip SLD - Slide Clip - Load Directions

Load Direction

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