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Z 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.

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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

PDF DWG DXF RFA IFC SAT