{"product_id":"simpson-strong-tie-zinc-galvanized-fixed-clip-strut-connector","title":"Simpson Strong-Tie FSB Bypass Framing Fixed-Clip Strut Connector, 3.5 in. x 18 in., 16-Ga Galvanized Steel, Box of 25 – FSB3.518-R25","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie FSB Bypass Framing Fixed-Clip Strut Connector, 3.5 in. x 18 in., 16-Ga Galvanized Steel, Box of 25\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Simpson Strong-Tie FSB is the fixed-clip version of the SSB slide-clip strut connector, made from 54 mil (16 ga.) G90 galvanized steel. This 3.5 in. x 18 in. bypass framing connector is commonly used at the bottom flange of a steel beam to accommodate large standoff distances for bypass curtain-wall studs. One box contains 25 connectors.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBypass framing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixed-clip connector designed for bypass curtain-wall stud applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge standoff:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commonly used at the bottom flange of a steel beam to accommodate large standoff distances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16-ga steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from 54 mil (16 ga.) steel for rigid cold-formed steel construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eG90 galvanized:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galvanized (G90) finish for corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrimmable design:\u003c\/strong\u003e If the FSB intrudes on interior space, it can be trimmed while maintaining a 1\/2 in. minimum edge distance to the nearest anchor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox of 25:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each box (FSB3.518-R25) contains 25 connectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications Table:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSB3.518-R25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e707392844860\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSell unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBox of 25 connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCold-formed steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor \/ finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanized (G90)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 in. x 18 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54 mil (16 ga.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBox of 25 connectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstall with the specified type and number of anchors and screw fasteners to the stud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrim note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrimmable with 1\/2 in. minimum edge distance from center of nearest anchor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed-clip strut connection for bypass curtain-wall framing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS Patent 8,555,592\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct weight, complete sell unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCoverage \u0026amp; How Much You Need:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne box of 25 connectors outfits 25 stud-to-structure fixed-clip connections. Size your order by the number of bypass studs requiring a fixed strut clip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFit and Compatibility:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the Simpson Strong-Tie rigid connector line for cold-formed steel construction; it is the fixed-clip counterpart to the SSB slide-clip connector. Anchors and screw fasteners are sold separately and must match the specified type and number per the load tables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e One box containing 25 FSB3.518 fixed-clip strut connectors, each 3.5 in. x 18 in. in 16-ga galvanized steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between FSB and SSB?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The FSB is the fixed-clip version of the SSB slide-clip strut connector; the FSB does not allow sliding deflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where is this connector used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is commonly used at the bottom flange of a steel beam to accommodate large standoff distances for bypass curtain-wall studs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What fasteners do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the specified type and number of anchors to the structure and screw fasteners to the stud per the Simpson load tables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can it be modified on site?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, if it intrudes on interior space it can be trimmed, keeping at least 1\/2 in. edge distance from the center of the nearest anchor to the trimmed end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it corrosion resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the connector is made from 54 mil (16 ga.) steel with a G90 galvanized finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExpert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the FSB where bypass curtain-wall studs must connect to structure over a large standoff and no deflection slip is required; specify the SSB slide-clip instead where vertical building movement must be accommodated. Always match anchors and screws to the published load tables for the required loads. 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