Product Description
The Simpson SFC4.25 Steel Framing Connector is a low-cost, multi-use utility clip engineered by Simpson for cold-formed steel stud-to-stud and stud-to-structure connections under light to moderate loading conditions where long leg lengths are not required. Fabricated from 16-gauge (54 mil) cold-formed steel with a G90 zinc galvanized finish, this connector delivers reliable corrosion resistance and installation efficiency across a broad range of CFS framing applications. This value pack includes 175 connectors, making it a practical choice for production framing and multi-unit projects.
Key Features
- Reduced screw count per installation - fewer fasteners required means faster assembly and lower overall labor cost on the job site.
- Prepunched fastener holes - eliminates the need for predrilling, saving time during installation and reducing the number of steps per connection.
- Intuitive fastener hole positioning - guides accurate clip placement in accordance with design intent, supports a wide range of design and application requirements, and provides installation flexibility across varied framing conditions.
- Compatible with soft-side stud installations - the SFC profile will not interfere with stud lips up to 3/4 in. long, broadening its usability across common CFS framing configurations.
- Suitable for u-channel bridging - expands the connector's utility beyond stud connections, offering added value on projects that incorporate bridging assemblies.
- 16-gauge (54 mil) cold-formed steel construction - provides the structural integrity needed for light to moderate load transfer in CFS framing applications.
- G90 zinc galvanized finish - delivers enhanced corrosion resistance, supporting long-term performance in demanding framing environments.
Why This Product
- Built for efficiency on the job site - prepunched holes and a reduced fastener requirement work together to cut installation time and labor costs, making these clips a practical choice for high-volume CFS framing work.
- Versatile across multiple CFS applications - engineered for stud-to-stud, stud-to-structure, soft-side stud, and u-channel bridging applications, a single connector type can address several connection needs on the same project.
- Trusted cold-formed steel engineering from Simpson - designed specifically for CFS framing systems, these connectors are part of a product line built to meet the strength and performance demands of modern cold-formed steel construction.
- Pack quantity sized for production framing - 175 connectors per pack reduces the need for frequent reordering and keeps framing crews stocked through larger scope jobs without interruption.
Specifications
- Model Number: SFC4.25-R175
- Size: 1-1/2 in. x 1-3/4 in. x 4-1/4 in.
- Leg Length (L): 4-1/4 in.
- Gauge: 16
- Thickness: 54 mil
- Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Material: Cold-Formed Steel
- Installation Fasteners: Fasteners may vary by application; refer to Simpson Strong-Tie catalog or strongtie.com
- Package Quantity: 175
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- CFS Stud-to-Stud Connections: Ideal for connecting cold-formed steel studs where light to moderate load transfer is required.
- Stud-to-Structure Connections: Provides secure attachment of CFS studs to primary structural members.
- Soft-Side Stud Installations: Compatible with soft-side stud configurations where stud lips do not exceed 3/4 in.
- U-Channel Bridging: Suitable for use as a connector in u-channel bridging assemblies.
- Light to Moderate Load Applications: Designed specifically for conditions where long leg lengths are not required and loads fall within light to moderate ranges.
What's Included
- 175 x Simpson Strong-Tie SFC 1-1/2 in. x 1-3/4 in. x 4-1/4 in. Steel Framing Connectors (Model SFC4.25)
Note: Fasteners are not included. Fasteners may vary by application; refer to the Simpson
Frequently Asked Questions
- What applications are the Simpson SFC4.25 connectors designed for?
- The SFC4.25 connectors are low-cost, multi-use utility clips designed for cold-formed steel (CFS) stud-to-stud and stud-to-structure applications under light to moderate loading conditions where long leg lengths are not required. They are also suitable for u-channel bridging applications.
- Will the SFC4.25 interfere with stud lips in soft-side stud installations?
- No. In soft-side stud installations, the SFC4.25 is designed so it will not interfere with stud lips up to 3/4 in. long, making it compatible with a wide range of CFS framing configurations.
- What material and finish are these connectors made from?
- The SFC4.25 connectors are made from 16-gauge (54 mil) steel and feature a G90 zinc galvanized finish, which provides extra corrosion resistance for long-term durability in cold-formed steel framing applications.
- What fasteners are required to install the SFC4.25 connectors?
- Fasteners may vary depending on the specific application. Simpson Strong-Tie recommends referring to their catalog or strongtie.com for fastener specifications applicable to your installation. The connectors feature prepunched holes and intuitive fastener hole positions to eliminate predrilling and simplify installation.
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