DriftClip DSLD

DriftClip
DSLD is available to accommodate interior head of wall vertical deflection and lateral drift requirements. Step Bushings pre-installed in vertical slots allow up to 2” vertical deflection (1” up and down). Horizontal slots accommodate 2” lateral drift (1” left and right--in-plane), with Step Bushings also pre-installed during the manufacturing process. Load tables are provided for attachment to stud. If more than 2” lateral drift is required, contact TSN engineering for more information.
Material Composition
Steel: ASTM A653/A653M, Grade 50 (340), 50ksi (340MPa) minimum yield strength, 65ksi (450MPa) minimum tensile strength, G-60 (Z180) hot-dipped galvanized coating. Standard DSLD thickness is 33 mil (0.036” design thickness).
The attachment of DriftClip to the primary structure is dependent upon the base material (steel or concrete) and the design configuration. The step bushing is optimized for use of a #8 (.164") fastener.

DriftClip DSLD Nomenclature
DriftClip DSLD is classified by multiplying stud depth by 100.
Example: 3 5/8” stud
Designate: DriftClip DSLD362.

DriftClip DSLD Value
Positive, load rated mechanical attachments
Manufactured from mill-certified, 50ksi steel
Step Bushings pre-installed for accurate placement
Rated screws provided for attachment to stud web
Load transferred from stud web
Meets all building code criteria
Adaptable for multiple configurations

DriftClip DSLD Installation
Attach track to structure with required fasteners.
Attach DriftClip DSLD to structure with required fasteners through each Step Bushing.
Attach DriftClip DSLD to stud with provided #8 screws through each Step Bushing.

Designation Qty/Box Lbs/Box Pcs/Skid Lbs/Skid
DSLD362/400 100 41 4500 1845
DSLD600 50 34 2250 1530
DSLD800 50 46 2250 2070

DriftClip DSLD Installation
Attach track to structure with required fasteners.
Attach DriftClip DSLD to structure with required fasteners through each Step Bushing.
Attach DriftClip DSLD to stud with provided #8 screws through each Step Bushing.