Clip&Rip®
FOR METAL FRAMING
Universal Hidden Deck Clip
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APPLICATION
- Clip&Rip® Universal Hidden Deck Clip FOR METAL FRAMING provides faster installation over traditional hidden clips. The 16 pre-assembled collated strips with epoxy coated 410 stainless steel screws allow for one-pass fastening, into 16 to 18 gauge steel, saving time and money on the job site.
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FEATURES
- One-Pass Fastening: fastener can be installed in one go. The clip will remain level for sliding the next board in place
- Compression Tabs: “crush” down onto joist, keeps clip level after screw is completely installed
- Ease-of-Use: no additional tools needed. Installation is as easy as Insert, Drive, Snap!
- Universal Compatibility: suitable for grooved composite, PVC, and hardwood decking
- Time & Costs Savings: 16-clips per strip allow for installation of a full 20ft board
- Consistent & Clean Look: clip creates 3/16″ spacing between boards
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INSTRUCTIONS
- Before installing clips, install a PRO PLUG® SYSTEM Metal or CAP-TOR® xd Metal screw with plug at the center of every 8-foot span of deck board. (Screws and plugs sold separately.)
- Insert the strips of clips with the
arrow pointing forward into the leading board groove. Center over joist. - Apply consistent pressure while driving the screws down in a straight and steady fashion until the head of the screw is flush with the clip.
- Lift up on strip to break off installed clip.
- Install clips at every joist along length of board.
- Place next board into position. Holding the deck board at a slight angle, push deck board into previously installed clips.
- Check between boards to ensure consistency.
CLIP&RIP® WARRANTY
- Build with Confidence! Clip&Rip® Universal Deck Clips are warranted for use in grooved hardwood, thermally modified, PVC, and composite deck boards, including Trex®, TimberTech®, Fiberon®, MoistureShield®, Deckorators®, Armadillo® and more.
Read full warranty
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Step 1: Insert
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Step 2: Drive
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Step 3: Snap
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Step 4: Slide board & Repeat
ESTIMATED COVERAGE
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JOIST SPACING 100 Sq Ft. (area) 200 Sq Ft. (area) 300 Sq Ft. (area) 400 Sq Ft. (area) 500 Sq Ft. (area) 12″ 210 441 672 882 1113 16″ 175 336 512 672 848
BRAND COMPATIBILITY
Trex®
TimberTech®
Fiberon®
EVA-LAST®
Deckorators®
MoistureShield®
Wolf
Envision®
NewTech Wood®
Sylvanix®
Veranda®
VekaDeck®
- Trex®: Select, Transcend, Transcend Lineage, Signature, Enhance
- TimberTech®: Legacy, Reserve, Prime, Prime+, Terrain, (AZEK) Harvest, (AZEK) Landmark, (AZEK) Vintage
- Fiberon®: Paramount, Promenade, Goodlife, Concordia, Sanctuary
- EVA-LAST®: Apex, Apex Plus, Infinity (Not for use with Pioneer)
- Deckorators®: Picture Frame, Venture, Vault, Vista, Voyage, Trailhead, Tropics (Lowes), Distressed (Lowes)
- MoistureShield®: Vision, Meridian, Elevate, Vantage
- Wolf : Perspective, Haven
- Envision®: Distinction, Expression, Evergrain, Ridge Premium
- NewTech Wood®: Magellan, Voyager
- Sylvanix®: Elements, Destinations, Elite Essentials, Elite Collection, Skyline
- Veranda®: Elite, High-Performance
- VekaDeck®: Groove
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
SYSTEM PACKAGING
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LENGTH UPC ITEM NO FINISH DRIVE TYPE CLIPS PER STRIP COVERAGE (SQ FT) PACK QTY 1-5/8″ 099385187338 KLM38T162 410 Stainless with Nylon Clip T-15 16 100 192 (12 strips) 1-5/8″ 099385187345 KLM38B162 410 Stainless with Nylon Clip T-15 16 425 800 (50 strips)
FIRST AND LAST BOARD INSTALLATION
- For first and last boards, screw a PRO PLUG® SYSTEM Metal or CAP-TOR® xd Metal screw every joist.
- For 18-gauge steel use 1-1/2” screws. For 16-gauge steel use 1-5/8” screws.
BOARD COMPATIBILITY
Clip&Rip® works with most brands of grooved PVC and Composite deck boards, including Trex, Timbertech, Fiberon, MoistureShield and more.
FINISH
Glass Filled Nylon Field Clips
Epoxy coated 410 stainless steel screws
CORROSION
Epoxy Coated 410 Stainless
Exterior Use
Approved for use in ACQ and pressure treated lumber.
For salt water or other areas where corrosion is a concern, use Grade 316 Stainless.
DRIVE SYSTEM
T15 Star Drive