STC/STCT/DTC Roof Truss Clips
Truss Clips
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For alignment control between a roof truss and nonbearing walls; the 1 1/2" slot permits vertical truss chord movement when loads are applied.
Material
- 18 gauge (43 mil)
Finish
- Galvanized
Installation
- Use all specified fasteners; see General Notes.
- Use STC or DTC depending on required loads. STC, installed with DS drywall stop, helps prevent fasteners tearing through the ceiling drywall (see installation illustration).
- Use STCT where truss or rafter is separated from the top plate of the nonbearing wall.
- Install slot nails in the middle of the slot.
- Products not intended for floor applications due to the frequency of floor joist deflections and potential for squeaks.
Related Links
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Catalog Pages
Related Literature
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Connectors for Cold-Formed Steel ConstructionC-CF-2017A catalog including specifications, load tables and installation illustrations for our cold-formed steel connectors and clips.Catalog -
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Load Tables
- Loads may not be increased for short-term loading.
- Truss or rafter must be bearing on top plate to achieve the allowable loads under "Without Gap."
- Clips are required on both sides of the truss to achieve F1 loads in both directions (stagger parts to avoid nail interferences).
- Nails: 8d = 0.131" dia. x 2 1/2" long. See other nail sizes and information.
Code Reports
| Part | IAPMO UES ER | ICC-ES ESR | City of Los Angeles | State of Florida |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DTC | ER-124 | RR25489 | FL13872 | |
| STC | ER-102 ER-124 | RR25489 | FL13872 | |
| STCT | ER-102 ER-124 |
Drawings
| Part | Orthographic | Perspective |
|---|---|---|
| DTC | None | |
| STC | ||
| STCT | None |
