ClarkDietrich FCSC5.5-97 FASTCLIP SLIDE CLIP
PROVIDE FOR VERTICAL BUILDING MOVEMENT UP TO 3"
ClarkDietrich FastClip™ Slide Clip 97mils (12ga) deflection clips are used to attach exterior curtain-wall studs to the building structure and provide for vertical building movement independent of the cold-formed steel framing. A FastClip deflection clip installs quickly with screws or powder-actuated fasteners, and provides adjustable standoff to ensure a plumb wall plane. FastClip Deflection Screws are provided with each clip to ensure friction-free sliding. Each clip is also embossed with fastening patterns to ensure accurate placement of fasteners. Vertical movement up to 3" (1-1/2" up and 1-1/2" down). 5-1/2" FastClip™ permits up to 2" of standoff from the primary frame. FastClip™ Deflection Screws (included) provide frictionless slip connection. U.S. Patent No. 6,688,069
Product Data & Ordering Information
Product code Gauge Mils Designthickness (in) Size (in) PackagingPcs./Box FCSC 5-1/2" 12 97 0.1017" 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" x 4-1/2" 25
Packaging
FCSC5.5-97: 25 Clips per box (Includes 80 FastClip Deflection Screws per box)
Installation
Connections to the building can be made with screws, powder-actuated fasteners or drill-in concrete anchors. Mechanical fasteners shall be located on the embossed marks given on the scored line of the 1.5" flange. Two or three FastClip™ Deflection Screws (based upon clip size) are used to attach the clip to the cold-formed steel framing. Screws shall be driven through the slotted holes and positioned to allow for the appropriate building deflection.