Product Description
The Simpson MSSC 4-1/4 in. 12-Gauge Galvanized Steel-Stud Clip is a versatile utility connector engineered for cold-formed steel framing, handling a wide range of stud-to-stud and stud-to-structure applications with equal reliability. Designed for installation on the open side of studs or joists, the clip accommodates flanges up to 3 in. long and return lips up to 3/4 in., giving framers the flexibility to work with both hard-side and soft-side attachment configurations. A wide pattern of strategic fastener locations allows the MSSC to accommodate a variety of traditional and custom designs, making it a practical choice for architects, engineers, and framing contractors who need a dependable cold-formed steel connector across diverse project conditions.
Key Features
- Prepunched fastener holes - eliminate predrilling on the job site, directly reducing installation time and labor cost.
- Intuitive fastener hole positioning - guides accurate clip placement in accordance with design intent, supporting a wide range of design and application requirements while providing installation flexibility.
- Hard-side and soft-side compatibility - angle lengths accommodate either attachment orientation for studs and joists with return lips up to 3/4 in., expanding the clip's usable range across framing configurations.
- 4 in. leg length - enables soft-side connections for studs and joists with flanges up to 3 in., ensuring a secure fit on standard cold-formed steel framing members.
- Suitable for u-channel bridging - extends the clip's utility beyond stud connections, reducing the number of connector types needed on a single project.
- G90 zinc galvanized finish - provides extra corrosion resistance, making these clips appropriate for applications where long-term durability and moisture exposure are concerns.
- 12-gauge (97 mil) steel construction - delivers the structural thickness required for load-bearing cold-formed steel connector applications.
- Installs with #10 screws - uses a common, readily available fastener type so crews can work without sourcing specialty hardware.
Why This Product
- One clip, multiple connection types - the MSSC handles stud-to-stud, stud-to-structure, and u-channel bridging in a single product, simplifying procurement and reducing connector variety on cold-formed steel projects.
- Faster installation without sacrificing accuracy - prepunched holes and intuitively positioned fastener locations mean crews spend less time measuring and drilling, while still achieving code-consistent placement every time.
- Built for real framing conditions - with compatibility for flanges up to 3 in. and return lips up to 3/4 in. on both hard-side and soft-side orientations, these clips adapt to the stud and joist dimensions most commonly encountered in CFS construction.
- Corrosion-resistant finish from a trusted structural connector brand - Simpson's G90 galvanized coating adds a layer of protection that extends the service life of the connection, making this clip a sound long-term investment in structural integrity.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): MSSC4.25-R50
- Leg Length: 4-1/4 in.
- Steel Gauge: 12-gauge
- Thickness: 97 mil
- Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Installation Fastener: #10 screws
- Package Quantity: 50
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Stud-to-stud connections in cold-formed steel construction
- Stud-to-structure connections in cold-formed steel construction
- Hard-side attachment for studs and joists with return lips up to 3/4 in.
- Soft-side attachment for studs and joists with flanges up to 3 in.
- U-channel bridging
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of applications are the MSSC4.25-R50 clips designed for?
- These clips are versatile utility connectors designed for stud-to-stud and stud-to-structure applications in cold-formed steel construction. They are suitable for both hard-side and soft-side attachment on studs and joists, and can also be used for u-channel bridging.
- What stud and joist dimensions are compatible with these clips?
- The MSSC4.25-R50 clips are designed for installation on the open side of studs or joists with flanges up to 3 in. long and return lips up to 3/4 in. The 4 in. leg length specifically enables soft-side connections for studs and joists with flanges up to 3 in.
- What fasteners are required to install these clips, and do they require predrilling?
- These clips install with #10 screws. No predrilling is required because the clips come with prepunched holes, which helps reduce installation time and cost.
- What material and coating are used on the MSSC4.25-R50 clips?
- The clips are made from 12-gauge (97 mil) steel and feature a Zinc Galvanized G90 coating, which provides extra corrosion resistance for cold-formed steel framing applications.
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