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Z Clip

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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

Wood Construction Connectors 2021-2023
C-C-2021
A catalog including new product information as well as any applicable specification and installation instructions for wood-to-wood and wood-to-concrete structural connectors.
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Conectores para la construcción con madera 2021–2023
C-C-2021SP
El catálogo incluye información sobre nuevos productos, así como especificaciones e instrucciones de instalación aplicables para conectores estructurales de madera a madera y de madera a concreto.
Catalog

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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