ProSTUD®
Drywall Framing System
Flat Tail™ Slide Clip (FTSC)
Allows for vertical building movement and provides up to 3" of horizontal standoff
ClarkDietrich Flat Tail™ Slide Clip is used to attach exterior curtain-wall studs (3-5/8” - 8” widths) to the building structure and provides for vertical building movement independent of the cold-formed steel framing. A Flat Tail Slide Clip provides variable standoff and eliminates the need for shims or additional framing components. The Flat Tail Slide Clip fastens to the floor/ceiling beam and is secured to the stud with FastClip Deflection Screws. The clip restricts lateral movement, but enables the building structure to move vertically.
- Quick installation.
- Provides up to 3” of horizontal standoff.
- Vertical movement up to 2-1/4” (1-1/8” up and 1-1/8” down).
- FastClip™ Deflection Screws (included) provide frictionless slip connection.
- One clip accommodates all stud flanges.
Product Data & Ordering Information
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| Product Code | Gauge | Mils | Design Thickness (in) | Stud Width |
Packaging Pcs./Bucket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTSC | 10 | 118 | 0.1242 | 3-5/8 - 8 | 25 |
Installation
Connection to the building can be made with screws, powder-actuated fasteners, Tapcons or by welding. Mechanical fasteners shall be located in the pilot holes. Three FastClip Deflection Screws 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 appropriate building deflections.
FastClip™ deflection screws
Many of the ClarkDietrich deflection clips include our proprietary FastClip fastener that has been specifically designed to provide friction-free deflection. These fasteners eliminate drag, binding or resistance that can often occur with common fasteners.