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

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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?

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." 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. If the root cause is missing H-Clips, install the clips and reinforce the saggy roof section. Also, replace the sheathing with stronger boards to eliminate the problem. H-Clips for Roof Sheathing Spacing Also known as panel edge clips or plywood H clips, H Clips are metal clips that hold adjacent wood panels together while providing an expansion gap. 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;

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. 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. 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

Stiffening the boards with plywood clips substantially increases the weight-bearing capacity along the edges, reducing the risk of bowing. They also reduce construction costs by reducing the required materials, particularly vertical framing members. 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. Unfortunately, many roofers overlook them even where they can be crucial. Or worse, some use them wrongly. Sizes To Fit Your Panel Edges: We offer these in 7/16, 15/32, 1/2 inch sizes, ensuring these will be a snug fit for your roofing or walls. Better known as H-Clips, panel edge clips are commonly used between adjacent wood sheathing pieces between supporting trusses or rafters to provide additional stiffness at the panel edges.