Grip H Clip, Plywood Roof Sheathing Clip-19/32-5/8" GRIP PLY CLIP

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Begin by installing the plywood sheathing. The best approach is to lay a full row of sheets horizontally across the roof, following local code and roofing best practices. We recommend starting at the left corner and working your way to the right. Sandbaggy Plywood Clips (also known as H Clips) are perfect for supporting your plywood or OSB roofs and walls. These clips are made heavy duty, undergoing a hot dipped galvanizing process which protects the steel from corroding giving your wood panels long lasting support. Specs Let’s take the example of Florida. The Residential Edition of the Florida Building Code (FBC) refers to Table R503.2.1 of the APA for guidelines, which refers to H-Clips as “edge support.” The APA Engineered Wood Asociation says the following about edge support;

Also see our blog posts Are H-clips required by the building code for roof sheathing? and What causes a lump or dip in the roof? The International Residential Code (IRC) requires H-Clips, according to a “law” that came into force in 2006. H-Clips are valuable for many reasons, from expansion and contraction support to reducing roof construction costs. This may seem like a lot of money – and it is. However, it’s worth it, given that H-Clips significantly reduce the cost of installing a new roof. For instance, they reduce the number of materials needed, such as rafters.

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Installing H-Clips is easy. We strongly recommend professional installation for the best results. Nevertheless, you can do it yourself if you’ve some roofing experience. The main purpose of H Clips is to increase panel stiffness, enabling better load distribution between adjacent panels. As a result, the stiffer panel edges are unlikely to experience structural defects when subjected to heavy loads near the edges. Meanwhile, you can have unsupported edges up to 32 inches long if using 5/8-inch panels with a 40/20 rating, beyond which you need edge support. How Many H-Clips Per Sheet of Plywood? Most builders install them, but they are not automatically required for all applications. The International Residential Code (IRC) and the Residential Edition of the Florida Building Code (FBC) both refer to Table R503.2.1.1(1) of the APA Engineered Wood Construction Guide for specs. H-clips are referred to in the APA Guide as “edge support."

If you have ever wondered what H-Clips are for when resheathing your roof, this blog post is for you. We are going to be discussing what exactly H-Clips are and why you need them for your home. Let’s get started! What Are H-Clips? H-clips provide additional stiffness between bearing points for the unsupported edges of wood panel (plywood or OSB) roof sheathing, along with the necessary 1/8” gap for expansion, as shown below illustrated on a bag of Simpson H-clips. Some older H-clips do not provide a built-in gap. They also reduce construction costs by reducing the required materials, particularly vertical framing members. What are H-Clips? They create a connecting point along with a vital 1/8-inch gap for expansion and contraction between adjacent panels on roofs at unsupported edges perpendicular to roof trusses or rafters.Long Lasting - Hot Dipped Galvanized Steel: These plywood h clips are built to last! The steel goes through a hot dipped galvanizing process which protects the steel from corrosion. Hot dip galvanizing lasts much longer than the standard electro galvanizing process. We recommend placing the clip at the approximate middle point between each vertical framing member for 16-inch centered framing. Meanwhile, 24-inch centered framing requires two clips spaced equally between joists or rafters. How Many H-Clips Per Sheet of OSB? Plywood Clips are not required for all roof sheathing projects, but they are recommended. They improve the longevity and durability of the plywood by ensuring that the plywood doesn't shift and become uneven over time. What are plywood clips used for?

The clips are placed at the center of the span (the distance between two perpendicular/vertical framing members), especially under roof shingles. Doing so increases panel stiffness and ensures greater weight distribution, as adjacent sheathing panels share any load at the seam. What do H-Clips do? Manufacturers label them “panel edge clips,” but they are called H-clips in the construction trade because of their shape. An H-clip creates a connection point, along with a necessary 1/8” gap for expansion/contraction, between two sheets of plywood on a roof at the unsupported edges that run perpendicular to roof rafters or trusses. It should be placed at the center of the span for best results and gives the roof sheathing a little additional stiffness, because any load placed at the seam will be shared between both sheets of plywood.H-Clips are metallic panel clips for joining adjacent sheathing panels, especially on shingle roofs. The International Building Code requires them. However, most local building codes don’t mandate them. In addition, the absence of H-Clips can cause the roof to sag between trusses. However, you want first to rule out other potential factors, like an extra thin sheathing or incorrect span between trusses. Improperly installed panels can also cause saggy roofs. Plywood clips are the same as H-Clips. Their main job is to provide extra support at panel edges, preventing sagging and increasing weight-bearing capacity at the edges. Furthermore, plywood H-Clips leave sufficient space between sheathing panels, enabling shrinking and expansion without structural damage. Where do H Clips Go on Roof Sheathing? For instance, you may need fewer rafters depending on your span combinations, resulting in cost savings. A few reports also indicate that H-Clips reduce labor requirements. Typical labor savings are 1.5 man hours per 2200 square foot home. However, many states have modified their building codes to overlook these regulations, even though others follow some requirements. Moreover, many homes were built before the requirements came into force.