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The HDSC header bracket is the perfect complement to the HDS® Framing System. This simple, yet innovative header bracket turns curtain wall header installation from a two-person job into a one-person job. This unique, prepunched clip also eliminates surface head fastener buildup that can create finishing challenges. Let the light gauge framing experts at ClarkDietrich® help you incorporate this cutting-edge, framing assembly into your next project.
Unit of Measure

Specifications

Brands

 N/A A-1 Alloys ClarkDietrich® Clip Express®

Thickness

 N/A 14 gauge68 mil

Design Thickness

 N/A 0.0713 in

Size

 N/A 3-1/2 x 3-1/16 x 2 in

Material

 N/A Galvanized G90

Allowable Loads

Fits HDS® system size

 N/A 3-5/8 in

Jamb/Head Thickness

 N/A 14 gauge68 mil

Tensile Strength Fy

 N/A 33 ksi

F1 Load (Jamb)

 N/A 1656 lb

F1 Load (Head)

 N/A 1339 lb

F2 Load (Jamb)

 N/A 890 lb

F2 Load (Head)

 N/A 890 lb

Construction Advantages

Construction Advantages

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  • Outstanding bending strength in two directions.
  • Reduces installation time by 50%.
  • Eliminates box beam header assembly.
  • Reduces material and labor costs up to 50%.
  • HDS can be screw-attached from either side.
  • Eliminates stud-to-track nesting for post, header and jamb studs.
  • Openings up to 15' wide.
  • Improves drywall finishing around doors and windows. No screw head buildup.
  • Superior axial strength.

Note

Note

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  1. Screws shall be #10-16 Buildex® or equivalent, with an ultimate shear capacity per screw of 1400 lbs.
  2. Table to be used by qualified engineers only.
  3. To determine the capacity of any given connection, compare the jamb and head values, and use the minimum. For example, if a 16 gauge,50ksi jamb is used with a 3.625" HDS 18 gauge, 33 ksi head, the design value for F1 is the minimum F1 value of 1680 lbs for the jamb and 673 lbs for the head. Therefore, the design value is 673 lbs.
  4. For F1 and F2 occurring at the same time, use the squared interaction equation: (f1/F1)^2+(f2/F2)^2<=1.0.
  5. Buildex® is a registered trademark of Illinois Tool Works, Inc.
  6. Sold in Pairs.