VTCR Single-Sided Valley-Truss Clip
The VTCR is a single-sided valley-truss clip that provides a positive connection between the valley truss and the supporting framing below. Installed on top of the roof sheathing, it eliminates the need to add a support wedge under the valley truss or to bevel the bottom chord to match the roof pitch.
Key Features
- Single-sided for new construction or retrofit applications — can be installed after the valley truss is set in place
- Accommodates pitches from 0/12 to 12/12
- Can be installed on either beveled or non-beveled bottom chords
- Installs with nails or Simpson Strong-Tie® Strong-Drive® SD Connector screws
Material
- 18 gauge
Finish
- Galvanized
Installation
- The dome holes assist in installing the fasteners into the supporting framing at approximately 45°
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Load Tables
These models are approved for installation with the Strong-Drive® SD Connector screw. See the load values below.
- Uplift loads have been increased 60% for wind or earthquake loading with no further increase allowed.
- Loads are based on installation over 7/16" or 15/32" sheathing. For installation over 19/32" or 5/8" sheathing, allowable uplift loads are 285 lbs. (DF/SP) and 245 lbs. (SPF/HF) when installed with nails, or 370 lbs. (DF/SP) and 320 lbs. (SPF/HF) when installed with screws.
- When attached directly to the supporting framing with either screws or nails, the allowable uplift for pitches less than 4/12 is 240 lbs. (DF/SP) and 205 lbs. (SPF/HF). For pitches 4/12 to 12/12, use the tabulated uplift loads.
- Allowable uplift loads are based on the lower of the test loads at 3/16" deflection or the ultimate load divided by 3.
- Southern pine allowable download is 750 lbs.
- Hem fir allowable download is 625 lbs.
- When the valley truss and supporting framing are of different species, use the lower tabulated values.
- NAILS: 10d = 0.148" dia. x 3" long, 10dx1 1/2 = 0.148" dia. x 1 1/2" long. See other nail sizes and information.
- SCREWS: SD #9x1 1/2" (model SD9112) = 0.131" dia. x 1 1/2" long, SD #9x2 1/2" (model SD9212) = 0.131" dia. x 2 1/2" long. See SD screws.
Code Reports
| Part | IAPMO UES ER | ICC-ES ESR | City of Los Angeles | State of Florida |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VTCR | ESR-2605 ESR-2523 | FL10861 | ||
ESR-2523 is an Index of many of Simpson Strong-Tie Stamped and Welded Cold-formed Steel Products for Wood or Cold-formed Steel Construction |
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