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Clip

Z clips secure 2x4 flat blocking between joists or trusses to support sheathing.

Material

  • See table

Finish

  • Galvanized

Installation

  • Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
  • Z clips do not provide lateral stability. Do not walk on stiffeners or apply load until diaphragm is installed and nailed to stiffeners.

Related Literature

Product Information Table

Fastener Production Information and Stuff & Things
Model No. Ga. W (in.) H (in.) B (in.) Coating/Material Packaging Qty.
Z2 20 2 5/16 1 1/2 1 3/8 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
Z28 28 2 5/16 1 1/2 1 3/8 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
Z28MB 28 2 5/16 1 1/2 1 3/8 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1000
Z38 28 2 5/16 2 1/2 1 3/8 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
Z4 12 1 1/2 3 1/2 2 1/8 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
Z44 12 2 1/2 3 1/2 2 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1
Z6 12 1 1/2 5 3/8 2 Zinc Galvanized, G90 1

Load Tables

Z Clip Load Table
  1. Z28 and Z38 do not have nail holes. Fastener quantity and type shall be per designer.
  2. Z4 loads apply with a nail in the top and a nail in the seat.
  3. For SPF/HF lumber, use 0.86 x DF/SP allowable loads.
  4. Fasteners: Nail dimensions in the table are listed diameter by length. For additional information, see Fastener Types and Sizes Specified for Simpson Strong-Tie Connectors.

Code Reports & Compliance

Drawings

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