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Introduction

1.0

Direct Fastening Technology

2.0

Direct Fastening Systems

3.0

Reference

4.0

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Section

Description

1.0

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2.0

Direct Fastening Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2.1

Base Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

2.2

Evaluation of Test Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

2.3

Corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3.0

Direct Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3.1
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3

Direct Fastening Terminology & Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14


Direct Fastening Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Benefits of Direct Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Common Direct Fastening Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

3.2
3.2.1
3.2.1.1
3.2.1.2
3.2.1.3
3.2.2

General Construction Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16


General Construction Fastener Design & Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Fastening to Concrete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Fastening to Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Power- Actuated Fastener Selection Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
General Application Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

3.2.3

X-U Universal Knurled Shank Fastener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

3.2.4

3.2.5

3.2.6

3.2.7

3.2.8

3.2.9

3.2.10

3.2.11


3.2.12

Page

X-U, X-U 15, DS, EDS, X-C, X-S13, X-GN, X-EGN and X-GHP fastener series
for general applications to concrete, steel or masonry
Universal X-U fastener for use in concrete, steel or masonry

Perimeter Wall Application Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38


X-U, X-U 15, DS and EDS fasteners for attachment of perimeter track
and deflection slip clips to concrete or steel

X-GPN 37 MX Plywood Fastening System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41


X-GPN 37 MX fastener for attachment of wood structural panels to cold-formed steel members

Drywall Track Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43


X-U 15, X-S13, X-S16, X-GN, X-EGN, X-GHP and X-DW fastener series
for attachment of drywall track to concrete, steel or masonry

Sill Plate Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47


X-CF 72, X-CP 72, and X-CR-L 72 fasteners for attachment of wood sill plates to concrete

Stud Fasteners for Attachment to Concrete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49


Carbon steel (1/4" and 3/8") and stainless steel (1/4") powder-actuated threaded studs
for attachment to concrete

Stud Fasteners for Attachment to Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52


Carbon steel (1/4", 3/8" and 8mm) and stainless steel (1/4", 3/8" and 8mm) powder-actuated
threaded studs for attachment to steel

X-BT Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55


Innovative X-BT (1/4", 3/8" and 8mm) blunt-tip threaded stud fastener for attachment
to coated or painted and full thick steel

Clips & Hangers for Mechanical and Electrical Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60


Threaded and smooth rod hangers (X-HS and X-RH), cable holders, clamps and tie fasteners
(X-ECH, X-EKB MX, and X-ECT) and conduit clips (X-BX, X-EMTC and X-EMTSC MX)
for use in miscellaneous mechanical and electrical applications

Insulation or Soft Material Attachment Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65


X-IE and X-SW fasteners for attachment of insulation and other soft materials
to concrete, masonry or steel

3.3
3.3.1
3.3.2

Ceiling Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67


Ceiling Fastening Systems Selection & Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
X-CW Ceiling Wire Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

3.3.3

X-CC Ceiling Clip & Hanger Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

3.3.4

3.4
3.4.1

X-CW Ceiling Wire fastening systems for attachment of lay-in panel or acoustical suspended ceiling systems
X-CC Ceiling Clip assemblies with or without pre-tied wires for attachment of suspended ceiling systems

Eye Lag Ceiling Fastening Hanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74


Eye Lag Screws for attachment of suspended ceiling systems to light gauge steel or wood base materials

Grating & Checkerplate Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77


Grating & Checkerplate Fastener Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

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3.4.2

X-FCM & X-FCP Grating & Checkerplate Fastening Systems

78

3.4.3

X-GR RU & X-MGR Grating Fastening Systems

83

Removable and reusable grating (X-FCM) & checkerplate (X-FCP) fastening systems available
in HDG (Duplex Coating) and stainless steel corrosion resistance and consisting of a disk that threads
onto a powder-actuated threaded stud. Stainless steel version specifically designed for off-shore applications
X-GR RU and X-MGR grating fastening systems with HDG equivalent corrosion resistance for attachment
of grating in on-shore industrial applications

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3.5
3.5.1
3.5.1.1
3.5.1.2
3.5.1.3
3.5.1.4
3.5.1.5
3.5.1.6
3.5.1.7
3.5.1.8
3.5.1.9
3.5.2

Steel Deck Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88


Steel Deck Fastener Design & Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Steel Deck Terminology & Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Steel Deck Diaphragm Design & Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Fastener, Tool & Cartridge Selection Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Submittal Information for Roof Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Submittal Information for Floor Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Fastener Quantity Estimation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Common Steel Deck Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Diaphragm Shear & Stiffness Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
How to use Diaphragm Shear Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Bar Joist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

3.5.3

Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

3.5.4

3.5.5
3.5.6

X-EDN19 and X-EDNK22 fasteners for attachment of many types of steel deck
to bar joist up to 3/8-inch thick
X-ENP-19 fastener for attachment of many types of steel deck to structural
steel greater than or equal to 1/4-inch thick

Hilti Sidelap Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131


S-SLC 01 and S-SLC 02 sidelap connectors and Hilti No. 10 HWH screws
for many types and gauges of steel deck

Optimized Diaphragm Shear Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133


X-HVB Shear Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Mechanically attached X-HVB shear connector for use in composite beam construction
with steel beams and concrete slabs

3.6
3.6.1
3.6.1.1
3.6.1.2
3.6.1.3
3.6.1.4
3.6.1.5
3.6.1.6
3.6.1.7
3.6.2

Screw Fastening Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142


Self-Drilling Screw Fastener Selection & Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Drill Point Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Thread Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Head Style Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Sealing Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Length Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Corrosion Resistance Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Hilti Screw Fastener Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Self-Drilling Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

3.6.3

HVAC Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

3.6.4

3.6.5


Self-drilling screws available in a variety of head styles, thread lengths and drill-flute lengths
for screw diameters #6 through 1/4" meeting ASTM C 1513 and SAE J78 or ASTM C 954
Screws specifically designed for HVAC applications, including the innovative Zip Screws
with Hyper Thread technology

Kwik-Flex Self-Drilling Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158


Self-drilling screws specifically designed to resist HASCC that can be caused by stress,
dissimilar metals and moisture available in HWH head style and diameters #10 through 5/16"

Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex Self-Drilling Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160


Stainless steel screws with carbon steel drill points providing the drilling capacity of a standard self-drilling
screw with the corrosion resistance of a 300 series stainless steel fastener specially designed to resist
the effects of HASCC

4.0

Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

4.1

Approvals & Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

4.2

Reference Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165

4.3

Technical References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

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1.0 Introduction
1.1 About Published Load Values

1.3 Our Purpose

The Direct Fastening Technical Guide is intended to supple-

We passionately create enthusiastic customers and build


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ment the Hilti Product Catalog with technical information for


the designer or specifier. Technical data presented herein was
current as of the date of publication (see back cover). Load
values are based on testing and analytical calculations by Hilti
or by contracted testing laboratories using testing procedures
and construction materials representative of current practice in
North America. Load values obtained from testing represent
the average results of multiple identical samples. Variations
in base materials such as concrete and local site conditions
require on-site testing to determine actual performance at any
specific site. Data may also be based on national standards or
professional research and analysis.
Note that design values published in reports issued
by approval agencies (e.g., ICC-ES, COLA, etc.) may
differ from those contained in this Direct Fastening
Technical Guide.
For information regarding updates and changes, please
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1.2 Units
Technical data is provided in both fractional (Imperial) and
metric units. Metric values are provided using the International
System of units (SI) in observance the Metric Conversion
Act of 1975 as amended by the Omnibus Trade and
Competitiveness Act of 1988. Data is commonly provided
in Imperial engineering units with the SI metric conversions
shown in parentheses. Additional information may be found in
Section 4.3.1 Metric Conversions and Equivalents, provided in
this Product Technical Guide.

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Base Materials 2.1


2.1.1 B
 ase Materials
for Fastening
The design of modern buildings requires fastenings to be
made in a variety of base materials. To meet this challenge,
fastener manufacturers have developed many products
specifically targeting certain types of base materials. The
properties of the base material play a decisive role in the
suitability and performance of a fastener. The designer must
carefully match the type of fastener with the base material to
obtain the desired results. There is hardly a base material in
which a fastening cannot be made with a Hilti product.

2.1.2 Concrete
Concrete is a mineral building material which is made from
three basic ingredients; cement, aggregate and water.
Special additives are also used to influence or change certain
properties. Concrete has a relatively high compressive
strength compared to its tensile strength. Thus, steel
reinforcing bars are cast in concrete to carry the tensile forces,
and this combination is referred to as reinforced concrete.
Cement is the binding agent which combines with water and
aggregate and hardens through the process of hydration to
form concrete. Portland cement is the most common cement
and is available in several different types, as outlined in ASTM
C 150, to meet specific design requirements.
The aggregates used in concrete consist of both fine
aggregate (usually sand) and coarse aggregate graded by
particle size. Different types of aggregates can be used to
create concrete with specific characteristics. Normal weight
concrete is generally made from crushed stone or gravel.
Lightweight concrete is used when it is desirable to reduce
the dead load on a structure or to achieve a superior fire rating
for a floor structure. Lightweight aggregates are made from
expanded clay, shale, slate or blast-furnace slag. Lightweight
insulating concrete is used when thermal insulating properties
are a prime consideration. Lightweight insulating aggregates
are manufactured from perlite, vermiculite, blast-furnace
slag, clay or shale. Sand lightweight concrete is made from
lightweight aggregate and natural sand. All concrete with
a unit weight between 85 and 115 pcf is considered to be
structural lightweight concrete. The ASTM specification and
unit weight for each of these concretes is summarized as
follows:

ASTM
Concrete
Type

Aggregate Grading
Specification

Concrete Unit
Weight pcf

Normal Weight

ASTM C 33

145-155

Sand Lightweight

ASTM C 330

105-115

All Lightweight

ASTM C 330

85-110

Lightweight

ASTM C 332

15-90

Insulating Concrete

The hardness of concrete aggregate can affect the load


capacity of power-actuated fasteners. Driven fasteners
or studs can generally penetrate soft aggregates (shale or
limestone), but hard aggregates (like granite) near the surface
of the concrete can adversely affect the penetration of a
fastener or stud and reduce its load capacity.
Values for the ultimate strength of fasteners in concrete
are traditionally given in relation to the 28-day uniaxial
compressive strength of the concrete (actual, not specified).
Concrete which has cured for less than 28 days is referred
to as green concrete. Aggregate type, cement replacements
such as fly ash, and admixtures could have an effect on the
capacity of some fasteners, and this may not be reflected in
the concrete strength as measured in a uniaxial compression
test. Generally, Hilti data reflects testing with common
aggregates and cement types in plain, unreinforced concrete.
In questionable cases, consult with Hilti Technical Support.
In view of the significantly lower strength of green concrete
(less than 28-day cure), it is recommended that poweractuated fastenings not be made in cast-in-place concrete
which has cured for less than 7 days, unless site testing is
performed to verify the fastening capacity. Power-actuated
fastening capacity should be based on the concrete strength
at the time of installation.

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2.1 Base Materials


2.1.3 Masonry Materials
Masonry is a heterogeneous building material consisting of
brick, block or clay tile bonded together using joint mortar.
The primary application for masonry is the construction of
walls which are made by placing masonry components in
horizontal rows (course) and vertical rows (wythe). Masonry
components are manufactured in a wide variety of shapes,
sizes, materials and both hollow and solid configurations.
These variations require that the selection of a fastening
system be carefully matched to the application and type of
masonry material being used. As a base material, masonry
generally has a much lower strength than concrete. The
behavior of the masonry components, as well as the geometry
of their cavities and webs, has a considerable influence on the
ultimate load capacity of the fastening.

2.1.3.1 Concrete Block


Concrete block is the term which is commonly used to refer to
concrete masonry units (CMU) made from Portland cement,
water and mineral aggregates. CMUs are manufactured
in a variety of shapes and sizes using normal weight and
lightweight aggregates. Both hollow and solid load bearing
CMUs are produced in accordance with ASTM C90.
Nominal

Minimum face-shell

Minimum web

ThicknessA

ThicknessA

in. (mm)

in. (mm)

in. (mm)

3 (76) and 4 (102)

Width of Unit

3/4 (19)

3/4 (19)

6 (152)

1 (25)

1 (25)

8 (203)

1-1/4 (32)

1 (25)

10 (254)

1-3/8 (35)

1-1/8 (29)

1-1/2 (38)

2.1.3.2 Mortar
Mortar is the product which is used in the construction of
reinforced and non-reinforced unit masonry structures. The
role of mortar when hardened in the finished structure is to
transfer the compressive, tensile and shear stresses between
the units. Mortar consists of a mixture of cementitious
material, aggregate and water combined in accordance with
ASTM C270. Either a cement/lime mortar or a masonry
mortar, each in four types, can be used under this
specification.
Mortar
Cement-Lime

1-1/4 (32)B
12 (305)

Concrete block construction can be reinforced, whereby


reinforcing bars are placed vertically in the cells and
those cells are filled with grout to create a composite
section analogous to reinforced concrete. If all cells,
both unreinforced and reinforced, are filled with grout,
the construction is referred to as fully grouted. If only the
reinforced cells are grouted, the construction is referred to
as partially grouted. Horizontal reinforcing may be placed in
the wall via a bond beam, which is always grouted. Ladder
reinforcement may also be placed in the mortar bed between
courses. Grout typically conforms to ASTM C476 and has a
compressive strength of at least 2,000 psi. Concrete masonry
units have a compressive strength which may range from
1,250 to over 4,800 psi, although the maximum specified
compressive strength of the assembled masonry will generally
not exceed 3,000 psi.

1-1/8 (29)

1-1/4 (32)B
Adapted from ASTM C 90.
A Average of measurements on three units taken at the thinnest
point.
B This face-shell thickness is applicable where the allowable design
load is reduced in proportion to the reduction in thickness from
the basic face-shell thickness shown.

CMU sizes generally refer to the nominal width of the unit


(6, 8, 10 etc.). Actual dimensions are nominal dimensions
reduced by the thickness of the mortar joint.

8"

7 5\8"

7 5\8"

8"

16"

Nominal Size
(usually fictitious)

15 5/8"

Modular Size
(actual)

Masonry Cement

Type

Average Compressive
Strength at 28 Days,
Min psi (MPa)

2500

(17.2)

1800

(12.4)

750

(5.2)

350

(2.4)

2500

(17.2)

1800

(12.4)

750

(5.2)

350

(2.4)

Since mortar plays a significant role in the structural integrity


of the masonry wall, it is important to understand how
power-actuated fasteners interact with the structure. Within
a masonry structure there are designated joint locations.
The proximity of a power-actuated fastener to one of these
locations must be considered in the design of the fastening.
Product specific guidelines are provided within the guide.

2.1.3.3 Grout
ACI defines grout as a mixture of cementitious material and
water, with or without aggregate, proportioned to produce a
pourable consistency without segregation of the constituents.

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The terms grout and mortar are frequently used interchangeably
but are, in actuality, not the same. Grout need not contain
aggregate (mortar contains fine aggregate). Grout is supplied in a
pourable consistency where mortar is not. Grout fills voids while
mortar bonds elements together.
Grout is used to fill space or cavities and provide continuity
between building elements. In some applications, grout will
act in a structural capacity, such as in unreinforced masonry
construction.
Grout, in regards to power-actuated fastenings, is specified by
the design official. When power-actuated fasteners are tested
for the development of design values, the grout is specified
according to applicable ASTM standards. Design engineers
are encouraged to become familiar with the characteristics of
the grout used in performance testing to better understand the
applicability of the design loads published in this guide to the
actual jobsite.

2.1.4 Gypsum Wallboard


Gypsum wallboard consists of an incombustible core,
essentially gypsum, surfaced with paper firmly bonded to the
core. It is made in flat sheets 4 feet by 8 feet or larger, and
from 1/4 to 5/8 thick in accordance with ASTM C 1396/C
1396M.
Gypsum wallboard is attached to the wall studs and ceiling
joints in residential and commercial building to form the base
for the finished wall or ceiling treatment.
Gypsum wallboard does not have the capacity to accept
high loads. Hilti offers several screw fasteners designed for
attachment of gypsum wallboard to light gauge steel framing.
Gypsum wallboard is not a suitable material for use with
power-actuated fasteners.

2.1.5 Light Gauge Steel Framing


Light gauge steel framing uses cold-formed steel sections
for the construction of walls, floors and roofs. The framing
members have industry standard dimensions similar to
wood framing studs. There are a large variety of shapes and
sizes available for both residential and commercial markets.
Framing members are generally produced in C-sections
with thicknesses of 12 to 25 GA (0.1017 inch to 0.0188
inch) and varying widths. Other specialized shapes and
connection components are also available from a variety of
manufacturers. Design of light gauge steel framing is done in
accordance with the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
Cold-Formed Steel Design Manual.
Power-actuated fasteners and self-drilling screws are
commonly used in light gauge steel construction. Poweractuated fasteners are used to attach the light gauge steel
to concrete and steel base materials. Self-drilling screws are

used to attach light gauge steel components as part of larger


assemblies or systems.
Fasteners are typically evaluated without the steel elements.
The elements should be evaluated separately based on
applicable AISI design requirements. In some instances, such
as steel deck diaphragms, deflection slip clips and perimeter
wall track at edge of slab, power-actuated fasteners have
been tested with the light gauge steel components as a
system assembly and the corresponding data is provided in
this Product Technical Guide.

2.1.6 Steel
Structural steel is a critical building component which serves
as the main structural support in many structures. Iron ore
is processed and combined with other elements to produce
different types of steel. Reference to a particular type of steel
is usually made by ASTM standard. For example, ASTM A36
is the specification for what is usually referred to as A36 steel.
Steel is hot-rolled into structural shapes that are available in
different grades, with the grade corresponding to the yield
strength. Common grades of structural steel include ASTM
A36, which has a minimum yield strength of 36 ksi and ASTM
A572, which is available in grades 42, 50, 55, 60 and 65.
ASTM A992 is a high strength steel used extensively for wide
flanged shapes.
The strength of steel is very important when selecting a power
actuated fastener. The strength and thickness determine the
resistance that must be overcome when setting the fastener.
The power required to drive a fastener must be greater than
the resistance. If the power and resistance are too high, the
fastener could be damaged during the setting process. This is
referred to as exceeding the application range for the fastener.
For a given fastener, the application range is determined by its
length, diameter, material strength and hardness.

2.1.7 Wood Structural Panels


The wood structural panels are structural wood materials,
plywood or OSB (Oriented Strand Board) used as part of shear
walls with cold-formed steel framing members. Plywood is
the original structural wood panel composed of thin sheets
of veneer or plies which form the plywood in layers. OSB is
manufactured through compressed strands arranged in layers
of generally three or five. American Plywood Association
performance standards set the minimum requirements for
the manufacturing of the wood structural panels for the end
use. Common thicknesses of the wood structural panels for
shear wall sheathing are 3/8, 7/16, 15/32, 1/2, 19/32, 5/8,
23/32 and 3/4 inch. Wood structural panels shall comply with
a national product standard such as DOC (US Department
of Commerce) PS-1 or PS-2. Wood structural panels are
available in different sizes and the most common size is 4 ft
by 8 ft.

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2.2 Evaluation of Test Data


2.1.8 Pre-tensioned/
Pre-stressed Concrete

2.2.1 Developing Fastener


Performance Data

Pre-tensioned/prestressed concrete is concrete that is cast


around already tensioned tendons or strands. This method
produces a good bond between the tendon and concrete,
which both protects the tendon from corrosion and allows
for direct transfer of tension. The cured concrete adheres
and bonds to the bars and when the tension is released
it is transferred to the concrete as compression by static
friction. Most pre-tensioned/prestressed concrete elements
are prefabricated in a factory and must be transported to the
construction site, which limits their size.

Power-actuated fastener testing at Hilti is conducted in


accordance with ASTM E 1190 Standard Test Methods for
Strength of Power-Actuated Fasteners Installed in Structural
Members unless otherwise noted in the corresponding load
tables. Because of the wide variation in possible concrete
reinforcing configurations found in construction, testing is
typically performed in unreinforced concrete, which gives
conservative results.

Pre-tensioned/prestressed concrete poses a unique


problem when power-actuated fasteners installed at deeper
embedments (>1") are used. Installing into the concrete is
typically not recommended unless a precise knowledge of the
location of the tendons is known. Since locating the tendons
can be tedious and expensive, and because typically, the clear
cover over the tendons is known, power-actuated fasteners
with embedments of less than the clear cover distance
typically do not interfere with the tendons or strands.

2.1.9 Bonded Post-tensioned


Concrete
Bonded post-tensioned concrete is a term used for a method
of applying compression after pouring concrete and the curing
process. This method is commonly used to create monolithic
slabs. Slabs are created in-situ versus being manufactured at
a plant. The same considerations for avoiding post-tensioning
strands should be considered when using power-actuated
fasteners.

2.1.10 Admixtures
Chemical admixtures are the ingredients in concrete other
than Portland cement, water and aggregate that are added
to the mix immediately before or during mixing. Chemical
admixtures are used to enhance the properties of concrete
and mortar in the plastic and hardened state. These
properties may be modified to increase compressive and
flexural strength at all ages, decrease permeability and
improve durability, inhibit corrosion, reduce shrinkage,
accelerate or retard initial set, increase slump and workability,
improve pumpability and finishability, increase cement
efficiency, and improve the economy of the mixture. An
admixture or combination of admixtures may be the only
feasible means of achieving the desired results.

There are two methods of developing allowable loads; (1)


apply an appropriate safety factor to the mean ultimate load
as determined from a given number of individual tests, or (2)
apply a statistical method to the test data which relates the
allowable working load to the performance variability of
the fastening.

2.2.2 Allowable Loads


Historically, allowable loads for power-actuated fasteners
were derived by applying a safety factor to the average
ultimate value of test results. This approach is characterized
by Eq. 2.2.1.
Eq. 2.2.1
Where:

Fall = F
v

F = mean of test data (population sample)


v = safety factor

Statistical safety factors for power-actuated fasteners are


generally calculated using ICC-ES AC70. The statistical
safety factor is assumed to cover expected variations in
field installation conditions and variation in power-actuated
fastener performance from laboratory tests.
Note that statistical safety factors calculated per ICC-ES AC70
account for test data coefficient of variation, (i.e., each data
point has its own safety factor based on the variability in the
test data).

Testing of power-actuated fasteners is performed in concrete


without admixtures. Designers should take into consideration
the affects of admixtures to the concrete when determining
the applicability of particular power-actuated fasteners.

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Corrosion 2.3
2.3.1 The Corrosion Process
Corrosion is defined as the chemical or electrochemical
reaction between a material, usually a metal, and its
environment that produces a deterioration of the material
and its properties (ASTM G 15). The corrosion process can
be very complex and have many contributing factors that
lead to immediate or delayed destructive results.
In anchorage and fastener design, the most common types
of corrosion are direct chemical attack and electro-chemical
contact.

2.3.2 Types of Corrosion


2.3.2.1 Direct Chemical Attack
Corrosion by direct chemical attack occurs when the base
material is soluble in the corroding medium. One method
of mitigating these effects is to select a fastener that is not
susceptible to attack by the corroding chemical.
When selection of a base metal compatible with the corroding
medium is not possible or economical, another solution is to
provide a coating that is resistant to the corroding medium.
These might include metallic coatings such as zinc or organic
coatings such as epoxies or fluorocarbons.

2.3.2.2 Electrochemical
Contact Corrosion
All metals have an electrical potential relative to each other
and have been ranked accordingly to form the electromotive
force series or galvanic series of metals. When metals of
different potential come into contact in the presence of
an electrolyte (moisture), the more active metal with more
negative potential becomes the anode and corrodes, while
the other metal becomes the cathode and is galvanically
protected.
The severity and rate of attack will be influenced by:
a. Relative position of the contacting metals in the galvanic
series,
b. Relative surface areas of the contacting materials and,
c. Conductivity of the electrolyte.

Galvanic Series of Metals and Alloys

Corroded End (anodic, or least noble)


Magnesium
Magnesium alloys
Zinc
Aluminum 1100
Cadmium
Aluminum 2024-T4
Steel or Iron
Cast Iron
Chromium-iron (active)
Ni-Resist cast iron
Type 304 Stainless (active)
Type 316 Stainless (active)
Lead tin solders
Lead
Tin
Nickel (active)
Inconel nickel-chromium alloy (active)
Hastelloy Alloy C (active)
Brasses
Copper
Bronzes
Copper-nickel alloys
Monel nickel-copper alloy
Silver solder
Nickel (passive)
Inconel nickel-chromium alloy
(passive)
Chromium-iron (passive)
Type 304 Stainless (passive)
Type 316 Stainless (passive)
Hastelloy Alloy C (passive)
Silver
Titanium
Graphite
Gold
Platinum
Protected End
(cathodic, or most noble)
Source: IFI Fastener Standards, 6th Edition

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2.3 Corrosion
The effects of electro-chemical contact corrosion may be
mitigated by:
a. Using similar metals close together in the electromotive
force series,
b. Separating dissimilar metals with gaskets, plastic washers
or paint with low electrical conductivity. Materials typically
used in these applications include:

1. High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)

2. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

3. Polycarbonates

4. Neoprene/chloroprene

5. Cold galvanizing compound

6. Bituminous coatings or paint

Note: Specifiers must ensure that these materials are


compatible with other anchorage components in the service
environment.
c. Selecting materials so that the fastener is the cathode, most
noble or protected component,
d. Providing drainage or weep holes to prevent entrapment of
the electrolyte

2.3.2.3 Hydrogen Assisted


Stress Corrosion
Cracking
Often incorrectly referred to as hydrogen embrittlement,
hydrogen assisted stress corrosion cracking (HASCC) is an
environmentally induced failure mechanism that is sometimes
delayed and most times occurs without warning. HASCC
occurs when a hardened steel fastener is stressed (loaded) in
a service environment which chemically generates hydrogen
(such as when zinc and iron combine in the presence of
moisture). The potential for HASCC is directly related to steel
hardness. The higher the fastener hardness, the greater the
susceptibility to stress corrosion cracking failures. Eliminating
or reducing any one of these contributing factors (high steel
hardness, corrosion or stress) reduces the overall potential
for this type of fastener failure. Hydrogen embrittlement, on
the other hand, refers to a potential damaging side effect of
the steel fastener manufacturing process, and is unrelated to
project site corrosion. Hydrogen embrittlement is neutralized
by proper processing during fastener pickling, cleaning and
plating operations, specifically by baking the fasteners after
the application of the galvanic coating.

2.3.3 Corrosion Protection


The most common material used for corrosion protection of
carbon steel fasteners is zinc. Zinc coatings can be uniformly
applied by a variety of methods to achieve a wide range of
coating thickness depending on the application. All things
being equal, thicker coatings typically provide higher levels of
protection.
An estimating table for the mean corrosion rate and service
life of zinc coatings in various atmospheres is provided below.
These values are for reference only, due to the large variances
in the research findings and specific project site conditions,
but they can provide the specifier with a better understanding
of the expected service life of zinc coatings. In controlled
environments where the relative humidity is low and no
corrosive elements are present, the rate of corrosion of zinc
coatings is approximately 0.15 microns per year.
Zinc coatings can be applied to fasteners by different
methods. These include (in order of increasing coating
thickness and corrosion protection):
a. ASTM B 633 Standard Specification for
Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on Iron and Steel
b. ASTM B 695 Standard Specification for Coatings of
Zinc Mechanically Deposited on Iron and Steel
c. ASTM A 153 Standard Specification for Zinc
Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware
d. Sherardizing Process Proprietary Diffusion
Controlled Zinc Coating Process
Atmosphere
Industrial

Mean Corrosion Rate

Urban Non-Industrial
or Marine
Suburban

1.5 m/year

Rural

0.8 m/year
Considerably less
than 0.5 m/year

Indoors

5.6 m/year

1.3 m/year

Source: ASTM B 633 Appendix X1. Service Life of Zinc

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2.3.3.1 Suggested Corrosion
Resistance
Use of SAE 316 stainless steel in environments where pitting
or stress corrosion is likely should be avoided due to the
possibility of sudden failure without visual warning. Fastenings
in these applications should be regularly inspected for
serviceability condition. See chart below.
Corrosion Resistance

Typical Conditions of Use

Phosphate and Oil Coatings


(Black Oxide)

Interior applications without any


particular influence of moisture

Zinc electro-plated 5 10 m Interior applications without any


(ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III)
particular influence of moisture
Organic Coatings
Kwik Cote 17.8 m

If covered sufficiently by
noncorrosive concrete

Mechanically deposited
zinc coating 40 107 m

Interior applications in damp


environments and near
saltwater (ASTM B 695)

Hot-Dip Galvanizing (HDG)


> 50 m (ASTM A 153)

Exterior applications in only


slightly corrosive atmospheres

Sherardizing Process > 50 m


Stainless Steel
(AISI 303 / 304)

Interior applications where


heavy condensation is present
Exterior applications in
corrosive environments

Stainless Steel (AISI 316)

Near saltwater
Exterior corrosive environments

2.3.4 Test Methods


Various test methods have been used in the development of
Hilti fastening systems to predict performance in corrosive
environments. Some of the internationally accepted standards
and test methods used in these evaluations are:
a. ASTM B 117 Standard Practice for Operating Salt
Spray (Fog) Apparatus
b. ASTM G 85 Standard Practice for Modified Salt
Spray (Fog) Testing
c. ASTM G 87 Standard Practice for Conducting Moist
SO2 Tests
d. DIN 50021 SS Salt Spray Testing (ISO 3768)
e. DIN 50018 2,0 Kesternich Test (ISO 6988) Testing
in a Saturated Atmosphere in the Presence of
Sulfur Dioxide

2.3.5 Hilti Direct


Fastening Systems
2.3.5.1 Power-Actuated
Fasteners
Hilti carbon steel power-actuated fasteners are typically zinc
plated to a minimum thickness of 5 m for limited corrosion
resistance and intended for interior, dry condition use.
Another method used to resist corrosion for the Hilti carbon
steel ENP series decking fasteners is the use of the stainless
steel SDK2 sealing cap with an integrated neoprene seal.
Please reference Section 3.5.1.3.1.
Hilti also manufactures stainless steel X-CR powder-actuated
nails and threaded studs. The X-CR fasteners are made from
a proprietary material with corrosion resistance equivalent to
AISI 316 material, but with higher strength and hardness.
Because carbon steel power-actuated fasteners are hardened,
they can be susceptible to HASCC. It is, therefore, important
to evaluate the suitability of the application prior to use, if the
environment may be corrosive. If in doubt, stainless steel
X-CR fasteners are recommended.

2.3.5.2 Screw Fasteners


Reference Section 3.6.1.6 for corrosion guidelines for screw
fasteners. Hilti carbon steel screw fasteners are available with
three different types of coatings:
a. Phosphate and oil (black oxide)
b. Zinc electroplated
c. Kwik-Cote
Black oxide offers the lowest resistance to corrosion and
generally restricts use to interior finishing applications. Hilti
Kwik-Cote is a proprietary co-polymer organic coating that
helps protect against galvanic corrosion in a manner similar
to zinc. Zinc electroplating is in accordance with ASTM B 633
SC 1 Type III to a minimum thickness of 5 m. Hilti provides
the proprietary Kwik-Cote organic coating on certain types
of standard carbon steel screws and all Kwik-Flex screws.
Bi-metal Kwik-Flex stainless steel screws (300 series) and
sealing washers are available on a special order basis.
Warning: Because of the potential for HASCC failures,
standard hardened carbon steel fasteners are not
recommended for use with dissimilar metals or chemically
treated wood when moisture may be present or in
corrosive environments. For screws that are resistant
to HASCC, consider using Hilti Kwik-Flex screws or Hilti
Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex Screws.

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2.3.6 Applications
It is difficult to offer generalized solutions to corrosion problems. An applications guide can be useful as a starting point for
fastener material selection. The specifier should also consult:
a. Local and national building code requirements (e.g., IBC, IRC)
b. Standard practice manuals for specific types of construction (e.g., ACI, PCI, AISC, PCA, CRSI, AASHTO, NDS/APA)
c. Manufacturers of structural components
d. Hilti technical support

2.3.6.1 General Applications8


Application

Conditions

Fastener Recommendations

Structural steel components to concrete &


masonry (interior connections within the building
envelope not subjected to free weathering) 1, 2

Interior applications without condensation

Galvanic zinc plating

Interior applications with occasional condensation

HDG or Duplex Coated

Structural steel components to concrete &


masonry (exterior connections subjected to free
weathering) 1,2

Slightly corrosive environments

HDG or Duplex Coated

Highly corrosive environments

Stainless steel

Zinc coated or painted metal decking to steel


beam / joist connections with roof membrane or
cover 3, 4, 5

Interior applications without condensation

Galvanic zinc plating or Kwik-Cote

Exposed deck applications subject to free weathering 3, 4, 5

With sealing washers (SDK2)

Galvanic zinc plating

Without sealing washers (SDK2)

X-CR

Composite deck applications (steel connections


with concrete overlayment) 1

Covered sufficiently by non-corrosive concrete

Galvanic zinc plating

Insulation fastenings / EIFS fastenings 6

Applications without condensation

Galvanic zinc plating or Kwik-Cote

Applications with condensation

X-CR

Temporary formwork, erection bracing and shortterm scaffolding

Interior applications

Galvanic zinc plating

Exterior applications

HDG or Duplex Coated

Parking garages / parking decks subject to periodic application of de-icers including chloride
solutions 7

Non-safety critical

HDG, Duplex Coated or X-CR1

Safety critical

Stainless steel1

Road / bridge decks subject to periodic application of de-icers including chloride solutions

Non-safety critical

HDG or Duplex Coated

Safety critical

Stainless steel

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Refer to ACI 318 Chapter 4 Durability Requirements


Refer to ACI 530.1 Section 2.4F Coatings for Corrosion Protection
Refer to SDI A Rational Approach to Steel Deck Corrosion Protection
Refer to Factory Mutual Approval Standard Class No. 4450 Section 5.4
Refer to Factory Mutual Approval Standard Class No. 4470 Section 5.6
Refer to ICC Evaluation Services Acceptance Criteria 24 Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems
Refer to PCI Parking Structures: Recommended Practice for Design & Construction Chapters 3, 5 and Appendix
General guidelines address environmental corrosion (direct chemical attack). Additional considerations should be taken into account when
using hardened steel fasteners susceptible to HASCC. The reference to "non-safety critical" is intended to distinguish applications where
failure of the attachment will not create any potential safety risks or significant damage.

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2.3.6.2 Special Applications
These application charts are offered as general guidelines.4 Site specific conditions may influence the decision.
Application

Conditions

Fastener Recommendations

Aluminum fastenings (flashing / roofing accessories, hand rails, grating panels, sign posts and
miscellaneous fixtures)

Interior applications without condensation

Galvanic zinc plating or Kwik-Cote

Exterior applications with condensation

Stainless steel, X-CR

Water treatment

Not submerged

HDG, Duplex Coated or Stainless steel

Submerged

Stainless steel 2

Not submerged

HDG, Duplex Coated or Stainless steel

Submerged

Stainless steel 2

Non-safety critical or temporary connections

HDG, Duplex Coated or X-CR

High humidity with the presence of chlorides


splash zone

Stainless steel1

On the off-shore platform or rig

Stainless steel or X-CR

Non-safety critical

HDG or Duplex Coated, X-CR

Safety critical or subjected to high concentrations


of soluble chlorides

Stainless steel1

Waste water treatment


Marine (salt water environments, shipyards, docks,
off-shore platforms)

Indoor swimming pools

Pressure / chemically treated wood 3


Power plant stacks / chimneys
Tunnels (lighting fixtures, rails, guardposts)

Above grade

HDG

Below grade

Stainless steel, X-CR

Non-safety critical

HDG or Stainless steel

Safety critical or subjected to high

Stainless steel, X-CR1

Non-safety critical

HDG, Stainless steel or X-CR

Safety critical

Stainless steel1

1 Steel selection depends on safety relevance


2 Must electrically isolate fastener from contact with concrete reinforcement through use of adhesive or epoxy anchoring system,
gasket or plastic washer with low electrical conductivity
3 Refer to APA Technical Note No. D485D and AF & PA Technical Report No. 7
4 General guidelines address environmental corrosion (direct chemical attack). Additional considerations should be taken into
account when using hardened steel fasteners susceptible to HASCC. The reference to "non-safety critical" is intended to distinguish applications where failure of the attachment will not create any potential safety risks or significant damage.

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3.1 Direct Fastening Terminology & Applications


3.1.1 Direct Fastening Terminology
DX = Hilti Powder-Actuated Direct Fastening Systems

Steel Deck Fastening Systems1

GX = Hilti Gas-Actuated Fastening Systems

t f = flange thickness of beam or bar joist for steel


deck fastening applications, in. (mm)

Characteristics of Steel and Other Metals

= diaphragm flexibility factor, in./lb (mm x 10-6/N)

Fu = specified minimum ultimate tensile strength of metals,


ksi (MPa)

G = diaphragm shear stiffness lb/in. (N/mm x 10-6)

Fy

= specified minimum yield strength of metals, ksi (MPa)

= allowable diaphragm shear, plf (N/mm)

Characteristics of Concrete and Masonry

Qf = fastener strength, panel to frame, lb (kN)

fc = concrete compressive strength as measured by


testing of cylinder, psi (MPa)

Sf = fastener flexibility factor, panel to frame,


in./kip (mm/kN)

fc = specified concrete compressive strength, psi (MPa)

X-HVB Shear Connector

Fastening Details

hr

cmin = minimum edge distance, in. (mm)

Hs = connector height, in. (mm)

dnom = nominal fastener shank diameter, in. (mm)

Nr = number of connectors in one rib

= thread diameter for threaded studs, in. (mm)

hET = penetration of the fastener point below the top


surface of the base material, in. (mm)
hNVS =



Ls

nailhead stand-off above the surface fastened


into. For nails, this is the surface of the fastened
material. For threaded studs, the surface of the
base material, in. (mm)

= shank length of fastener, in. (mm)

= nominal rib height, in. (mm)

= allowable shear strength, lb (kN)

Qn = nominal shear strength, lb (kN)


Rg = coefficient to account for group effect
Rp = position effect factor for shear connectors
wr = average width of rib, in. (mm)
Ycon = distance from top of steel beam to top
of concrete slab, in. (mm)

smin = minimum fastener spacing, in. (mm)

Screw Fastening Systems 2

tI

= thickness of the fastened material, in. (mm)

= length of screw, in. (mm)

tI = total thickness of the fastened material, where


more than one layer fastened, in. (mm)

MT = maximum thickness of all attachments to be


fastened, including the base material, in. (mm)

tII

Pss = nominal shear strength (resistance) of screw, lb (kN)

= thickness of the base material, in. (mm)

Tmax = maximum tightening torque, ft-lb (Nm)

Pts = nominal tension strength (resistance) of screw, lb (kN)

1 More detailed definitions for Steel Deck Fastening Systems can be found on page 88.
2 Terminology for screw fastener head styles (e.g. hex washer head (HWH)) can be found on page 144.

Fastener Nomenclature
Fastener
Series1

Washer Type1 and


Diameter (mm)

X-U 37 P8 MX

Stud Nomenclature
1. P = Plastic washer
S = Steel washer
D = Double washer

(1 plastic, 1 steel)
L = Double washer (both steel)
DP = Double washer (both plastic)
FP = Plastic ferrule and guide washer

Indicates
Collated Fastener2
(strips of 10)

Shank Length
(mm)

Thread Size
(mm)

X-W6 20 22 FP8
Shank Length
(mm)

2. MX" at the end of fastener name indicates


fasteners collated in strips of 10

Washer

Shank Diameter

Shank Diameter

Thread Length
(mm)

Washer

Washer Type1 and


Diameter (mm)

Thread Length

Thread Size

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Direct Fastening Terminology & Applications 3.1


3.1.2 Benefits of Direct Fastening Systems
Power-actuated fastening systems are recognized as a
safe, acceptable and cost effective method of making
instantaneous fastenings into various construction base
materials such as concrete, steel and masonry. Poweractuated fastening technology uses either powder cartridges
(blank cartridges) or compressed gas canisters. Without
the need for external power sources, it is portable, fast and
lightweight allowing for reliable fastenings in difficult access
areas on todays construction sites.

Screw fastening systems are commonly used for the


attachment to cold-formed steel members. Self-drilling
screws allow for direct attachment without the need for
additional equipment such as a drill bit or welding machine
making screw fastening portable, fast and lightweight.
A key benefit to using direct fastening systems is increased
productivity for the end user due to the speed of making
fastenings vs. drilling and anchoring or welding. Fastenings
are easily inspected and suitable for all trades in a variety
of applications.

3.1.3 Common Direct Fastening Applications


General
Fastenings to
Concrete

General
Fastenings
to Steel

Reference
Sections 3.2.2,
3.2.3 and 3.2.8

Reference
Sections 3.2.2,
3.2.3 and 3.2.9

Wood Panel
Sheathing

Interior Partition
Walls (Drywall)

Wood Sill Plate


Attachment

Reference
Section 3.2.5

Reference
Section 3.2.6

Reference
Section 3.2.7

Electrical
Grounding

Pipe Hangers

Cable &
Conduit
Attachment

Reference
Section 3.2.10

Thermal
Insulation
Attachment
Reference
Section 3.2.12

Steel Deck
Attachment
Reference
Section 3.5

Reference
Section 3.2.11

Ceiling Hangers
Reference
Section 3.3

Perimeter Wall
Applications
- Deflection
Slip Clips
- Steel Framing
Track
Reference
Section 3.2.4

Reference
Section 3.2.11

Grating &
Checkerplate
Attachment
Reference
Section 3.4

Steel Deck
Sidelap
Attachment

Light Steel
Framing
Connections

Reference Sections
3.5 and 3.6

Reference
Section 3.6

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3.2.1.1 Fastening to Concrete
3.2.1.1.1 General Suitability
When a powder or gas-actuated
fastener is driven into concrete, the
concrete around the fastener shank
is displaced. This displaced concrete
compresses against the shank creating
a friction hold. In addition, heat
generated during the driving process
causes a sintering of the concrete to the
fastener.

A fastener driven into concrete is


influenced by the following factors:

Sintering Zone

Compression
Zone

Depth of penetration
Compressive strength
of the concrete
Fastener spacing and
edge distance

Fastener point magnified


at sintering zone

Fastener shank diameter


Concrete aggregate

3.2.1.1.2 Depth of Penetration into Concrete


Generally, as the fastener penetration increases, so does the load capacity (1).
However, a penetration depth which is too shallow or too deep may cause an
increase in fastening failure (2).
Depth of Penetration Guide1
Typical

Sprinkler Installations
with W10 Stud Only

Concrete block
and joints

3/4" to 1"
(19 to 25 mm)

Average concrete
(2000-4000 psi)

3/4" to 1-1/4"
(19 to 32 mm)

1" to 1-5/8"
(25 to 41 mm)

3/4" to 1"
Precast or prestressed
concrete (5000 psi +)
(19 to 25 mm)

1" to 1-1/4"
(25 to 32 mm)

Material

1 For allowable load capacities at specific embedment depths refer to specific product sections.

3.2.1.1.3 Compressive Strength of Concrete/Aggregate Hardness


Generally, as the concrete compressive strength increases, so does the fasteners
load capacity (1). However, very high compressive strength and aggregate hardness
decrease the possibility of making a successful fastening (2).
Concrete Compressive Strength
Optimum

2000 6000 psi (14-41 MPa)

Maximum

8500 psi (55 MPa)*

* May require predrilling with DX-Kwik system (Section 3.2.1.1.10)

3.2.1.1.4 Fastener Spacing, Edge Distance & Base


Material Thickness Requirements for Concrete

Nail Shank Diameter


0.118

(3.0) (X-GN)

2-3/8 (60)

2-3/8 (60)

0.138

(3.5) (X-C)

2-3/4 (70)

2-3/4 (70)

0.145

(3.7) (X-CR)

2-3/4 (70)

2-3/4 (70)

0.157

(4.0) (X-U)

2-3/4 (70)

2-3/4 (70)

0.177

(4.5) (X-AL-H) 2-3/4 (70)

2-3/4 (70)

0.177

(4.5) (DS)

3-1/8 (80)

0.205

(5.2) (W10)

3-1/8 (80)
4

(104)

Smin

C min = Min. Edge Distance1


S min = Min. Fastener Spacing2
t II = Min. Concrete Thickness =
3 x Fastener Penetration
Depth3

Cmin

t II

Cmin in. (mm) Smin in. (mm)

Depth of
Penetration

dnom in. (mm)

1 Unless otherwise noted in corresponding


load tables (e.g. sill plate application).
2 Unless otherwise noted in corresponding
load tables (e.g. perimeter wall
applications).

(104)

3.2.1.1.5 Maximum Tightening Torque


Maximum Tightening Torque, Tmax, for Threaded
Studs Driven into Concrete, ft-lb (Nm)

3 Unless otherwise noted in corresponding


load tables (e.g. lightweight concrete over
metal deck applications).

Stud Type
X-W6
3.0 (4.0)

X-CR W6
3.0 (4.0)

W10
4.5 (6.0)

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3.2.1.1.6 Fastener Locations when Installing into Lightweight

Concrete over Metal Deck
Hilti Power-Driven Fastener
3,000 psi Lightweight Concrete

12"

min. 3-1/4"
3"
Form Deck
Lower Flute Location
Upper Flute Location

4-1/2" min.

Direction of
shear load
on fastener

4-1/2" min.

1-1/8"
Min. Edge
Distance

7-1/4" min.

Direction of
tension load
on fastener

Figure 1 Hilti Fastener Location in 3" Deep Composite Floor Deck Normal Deck Profile Orientation

Hilti Power-Driven Fastener


6"

3,000 psi Lightweight Concrete

Direction of
shear load
on fastener

Form Deck
Upper Flute Location
Lower Flute Location

Direction of
tension load
on fastener

7/8"
Edge
Distance

1-3/4"

min. 2-1/2"

1-1/2"

2-1/2"
3-1/2"

Figure 2 Hilti Fastener Location in 1-1/2" Deep Composite Floor Deck Normal Deck Profile Orientation
Hilti Power-Driven Fastener
6"

3,000 psi Lightweight Concrete

Form Deck

Direction of
shear load
on fastener

Upper Flute Location


Lower Flute Location

Direction of
tension load
on fastener

1-3/4"
Edge
Distance

min. 2-1/2"

1-3/4"

1-1/2"
3-1/2"

Figure 3 Hilti Fastener Location in 1-1/2" Deep Composite Floor Deck Inverted Deck Profile Orientation

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3.2.1.1.7 Bending Moments on Power-Actuated Fasteners
in Concrete
Bending moments on power-actuated fasteners installed
in concrete and masonry base materials can be minimized
through proper design detailing and installation practice.
Proper design should include redundancy with multiple
fastening points instead of single-point fastenings, in order to
distribute bending moment effects among multiple fasteners.
Installation of threaded rod coupler hangers on powderactuated threaded studs should be done with the coupler run
down over the stud shank and in contact with the concrete or
masonry base material as depicted in the figure below. Care
should be taken not to exceed the maximum torque discussed
in Section 3.2.1.1.5.
Arrangements to reduce or
prevent moment on shank:

Although no design equations are provided for determining


equivalent bending moment loads on power-actuated
fasteners, recommended allowable bending moments for
threaded stud fasteners are provided in Section 3.2.8 based
on testing with a safety factor of 2:1 for static loading.
Relatively small bending moments can contribute to a
significant reduction in the overall fastening capacity and
must be checked by the engineer.

Arrangement causing
moment to act on shank:

Non-symmetric arrangement:
Moment on fastened part
Prying effect must be considered in
determining loads acting on fastener

Coupler not
tight against
concrete
Coupler tight
against concrete

3.2.1.1.8 Combined Loading of Power-Actuated Fasteners


in Concrete
Combined loading of power-actuated fasteners installed in
concrete can be treated with exponent = 1 unless otherwise
provided for the specific application (e.g. ceiling clips with
power-actuated fasteners subjected to 45 loading).

(Ns / Nrec) + (Vs / Vrec) 1.0


where:
Ns = Applied Tension Load
Vs = Applied Shear Load

Nrec = Allowable Tension Load


Vrec = Allowable Shear Load

3.2.1.1.9 Fastener Clamping & Nailhead Stand-Off


Power-actuated fastenings must be thought of in terms of
a fastening system consisting of the power-actuated tool,
cartridges or gas canister energy source and the fastener
itself. Not all power-actuated fastening systems can achieve
adequate embedment and proper clamping of the fastened
part to the base material. The installer should start with the
lowest power regulation and cartridge and work up until tight
clamping is achieved. During installation of the fastener, the
plastic guidance washer may be removed completely, partially
or remain intact. Any of these scenarios would be considered
acceptable, provided the attached material is clamped tightly
to the base material and the specified embedment is achieved.

Installers should never double-shoot fastenings with


excessive nail head stand-off in order to drive them deeper.
This can create a safety hazard and break the bond or
sintering between the fastener shank and the base material.

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3.2.1.1.10 DX Kwik System
3.2.1.1.10.1 Product Description
DX-KWIK is a method of fastening into
concrete that combines the speed
and portability of powder-actuated
fastenings with the performance and
consistency of anchors.
The DX-KWIK System requires a
shallow, small diameter hole to be
drilled into the concrete, then a powderactuated fastener is driven through the
hole into the concrete.
Product Features
Two very important fastening principles
are achieved by using the DX-KWIK
System:

The fastener obtains its holding


power in the concrete deeper than
standard powder-actuated fastenings without pre-drilling

DX-KWIK Fasteners

Concrete stresses are


distributed deeper below
the concrete surface
DX-KWIK System Advantages
Higher allowable loads
Ability to fasten into high-strength
concrete
Virtually eliminates concrete
surface spalls

TE 7 A Rotary Hammer Drill

More consistent fastening

DX 460
Powder-Actuated Fastening Tool

DX-Kwik

Anchor

Standard DX

3.2.1.1.10.2 Installation Instructions

23 mm*

5 mm

1. Drill a hole into the


concrete using a
TX-C 5/23 special
DX-KWIK Bit.

2. Insert the special high


strength fastener into
the DX tool leaving
the fastener point
protruding out.

3. Using the required


cartridge power
drive the fastener
into the concrete.

Note:
* 18 mm is typical drill
depth. A 23 mm bit is
used for drilling through
sheet metal and concrete
simultaneously.
Typically, DX-KWIK
Fasteners are 47 mm
minimum in length.
As of publication
date, only X-U series
fasteners have been
tested. Reference Section
3.2.2.3 for allowable load
capacity table.
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3.2.1.2 Fastening to Steel
3.2.1.2.1 General Suitability
When a powder or gas-actuated
fastener is driven into steel, the steel
around the fastener shank is displaced.
This displaced steel flows back around
the shank and into the knurling creating
a keying hold or, in the case of smooth
shank fasteners, a friction hold. In
addition, the local heat generated during
the driving process causes partial fusion
of the fastener to the steel.

A fastener driven into steel is influenced


by the following factors:
Base steel thickness
Tensile strength of base steel
Fastener spacing and
edge distance
Fastener shank diameter

3.2.1.2.2 Fastener Spacing, Edge Distance & Base Material


Thickness Requirements for Steel
Cmin = Min. Edge Distance = 1/2" (12 mm)1
Smin

Smin = Min. Fastener Spacing without reduction


in performance = 1" (25 mm)1
t II = Min. Base Steel Thickness = 1/8" (3 mm)

Cmin
t II

1 Unless otherwise noted (e.g. X-BT fastener)

Base Steel Thickness

Holding Power

3.2.1.2.3 Base Steel Thickness and Fastener


Driving Distance Requirements

Optimum Thickness
3/8" to 1/2"
(10 to 12 mm)

Steel Thickness

Application Range
for Standard
Knurled Fasteners

Base Steel Tensile Strength (x1000) psi

Optimal holding power is obtained when fastener


point is driven to distance h ET.

As the tensile strength of the base steel increases,


the thickness of the base steel suitable for DX/GX
fastenings decreases.
Fastener Type

tI
LS

hET
L S = hET + t I

LS

hET

X-U
X-U 15
X-EW6H-xx-9
EDS
X-EGN
X-GHP
X-EW10H-xx-14
DS
X-S13 P8THP
X-S16 P8TH
X-CR
X-AL-H

Recommended Driving Distance to Achieve


Optimal Tension Capacity, hET*
in.
0.394 - 0.551
0.464 - 0.539
0.315 - 0.433
0.472 - 0.669
0.315 - 0.433
0.315 - 0.630
0.512 - 0.630
0.669 - 1.063
0.394 - 0.472
> 0.433
> 0.394
0.591 - 1.063

mm
10 - 14
11 - 14
8 - 11
12 - 17
8 -11
8-16
13 - 16
17 - 27
10 -12
> 11
> 10
15 - 27

* The objective of this table is to ensure adequate through-penetration


of the base steel. For load capacity of fasteners without throughpenetration, refer to corresponding allowable load table and applicable
footnotes for more details.
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X-U

DS

X-AL-H

Wood
Thickness
(mm)

3.2.1.2.4 Recommended Fastener Lengths for


Attaching Wood to Steel Base Material
Application Limit X-U Fasteners
Application Limit
Fasteners

Up to 1/4" (6 mm)

5/16" (8 mm) 3/8" (10 mm) 7/16" (11 mm) 1/2" (12 mm)

Base Material Thickness


Notes:
1 X-U, DS or X-AL-H up to 62 mm long may be used in base steel up to 1/4" (6 mm) thick.
2 If the application limit is exceeded, shank buckling can occur.
3 Numbers in

and

represent fastener shank length in mm.

4 Based upon a base steel tensile strength (Fu ) of less than or equal to 70 ksi.

t I 1/8 in. (3 mm)

3.2.1.2.5 Recommendations for Attaching


Steel to Steel Base Material
1 Directly fastened material 1/8" thick
usually deforms with the displaced base
material. This allows a tight fit between
the fastened steel and base material
without the need for pre-drilling.

3.2.1.2.6 Maximum Tightening Torque


Tightening-Torque
Tmax

Maximum Tightening Torque, Tmax, for Threaded Studs Driven into Steel, ft-lb (Nm)
Stud Type

Tmax

X-EW6H

3.0

(4.1)

X-EM8H

8.0

(10.8)

X-EW10H

11.0

(14.9)

X-CRM8

6.0

(8.1)

X-BT
W6, W10 & M8
(8.1)
6.0

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3.2.1.2.7 Bending Moments on Power-Actuated Fasteners
in Steel
As with weld studs, bending moments on power-actuated
fasteners installed in steel can be minimized through proper
design detailing and installation practice. Proper design
should include redundancy with multiple fastening points
instead of single-point fastenings, in order to distribute bending moment effects among multiple fasteners. Installation of
threaded rod coupler hangers on powder-actuated threaded
studs should be done with the coupler run down over the
stud shank and in contact with the steel base material as
depicted in the figure below. Care should be taken not to
exceed the maximum torque discussed in Section 3.2.1.2.6.
Arrangements to reduce or
prevent moment on shank:

Although no design equations are provided for determining


equivalent bending moment loads on power-actuated fasteners, recommended allowable bending moments for threaded
stud fasteners are provided in Section 3.2.9 based on testing
with a safety factor of 2:1 for static loading
Relatively small bending moments can contribute to a
significant reduction in the overall fastening capacity and
must be checked by the engineer.

Arrangement causing
moment to act on shank:

Non-symmetric arrangement:
Moment on fastened part
Prying effect must be considered in
determining loads acting on fastener

Coupler not tight


against steel

Coupler tight
against steel

3.2.1.2.8 Combined Loading of Power-Actuated Fasteners


in Steel
Combined loading of power-actuated fasteners installed in
steel can be treated with exponent = 1 unless otherwise
provided for the specific application (e.g. powder-actuated
fasteners for steel deck applications with diaphragm shear
and tension uplift).

Hilti powder-actuated fasteners for attachment of steel decks


(X-ENP-19 L15, X-EDN19 THQ12 and X-EDNK22 THQ12)
have separate design equations for combined loading in the
SDI Deck Diaphragm Design Manual, 3rd Edition (2006) and
Appendix VI.

(Ns / Nrec) + (Vs / Vrec) 1.0


where:
Ns = Applied Tension Load
Vs = Applied Shear Load

Nrec = Allowable Tension Load


Vrec = Allowable Shear Load

3.2.1.2.9 Fastener Clamping & Nailhead Stand-Off


Power-actuated fastenings must be thought of in terms of
a fastening system consisting of the power-actuated tool,
cartridges or gas canister energy source and the fastener
itself. Not all power-actuated fastening systems can achieve
adequate embedment and proper clamping of the fastened
part to the base material. The installer should start with the
lowest power regulation and cartridge and work up until tight
clamping is achieved. During installation of the fastener, the
plastic guidance washer may be removed completely, partially
or remain intact. Any of these scenarios would be considered
acceptable, provided the attached material is clamped tightly
to the base material and the recommended hET as found in
Section 3.2.1.2.3 is achieved.

Installers should never double-shoot fastenings with


excessive nail head stand-off in order to drive them deeper.
This can create a safety hazard and break the fusion bond
between the fastener shank and the steel base material.

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3.2.1.3 Power-Actuated Fastener Selection Guide

Fastener

X-U Fastener

X-U MX Magazine

DS/EDS Fastener

X-C Fastener

X-C MX Fastener Collated

For universal, high quality


fastenings to concrete and steel:
perimeter wall applications, forming, underfloor, trunking, thin metal
brackets, angles, etc.

DX 600N

DX 76

DX 450

DX 460

DX 36

DX 351

DX 35

High-volume, repetitive fastenings


to concrete and steel: perimeter
wall applications, forming
installation, etc.

For fastening to concrete (DS)


and steel (EDS): perimeter wall
applications, forming, underfloor,
trunking, installation straps, thin
metal brackets, angles, etc.
A standard quality fastener for
fastenings to concrete and CMU
block

Page
Numbers

3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4

27-32
33-35
36-40

3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4

27-32
33-35
36-40

3.2.2
3.2.4

27-32
36-40

3.2.2

27-32

3.2.2

27-32

P10

High volume repetitive fastenings


to concrete and CMU block

Corrosion resistance equivalent


to SAE 316 stainless steel
for exterior or corrosive
environments

X-AL-H
High-Strength Fastener

For high performance fastening to


high strength concrete and steel
Note: Special drive piston
is required

Removable fastenings for forming


(concrete formwork, shuttering, etc)

BC
Rebar Basket
Clip

Rebar basket clip with


pre-mounted fastener

3.2.2

27-32

3.2.2

27-32

3.2.2

27-32

3.2.2

27-32

3.2.2

27-32

Fastenings to concrete and steel:


forming, underfloor, trunking,
installation straps, thin metal
brackets, angles, etc.

X-CT Fastener
Single & Collated

2011
Product Technical
Guide
Section
Numbers

Application

X-CR
Corrosion Resistant
Fastener

X-NK Fastener c

Hilti Fastening Tool


DX E72

Fastener Notes:
= Single
M = Collated Fasteners (magazine required)
P8 = 8 mm fastener guide required
P10 = 10 mm fastener guide required

c Available in Canada or by special order


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Fastener

Application

X-GPN 37

Gas actuated fastener for


attaching wood structural panels
to cold-formed steel framing.

X-S13 THP Fastener

Fastening of drywall track


to steel

X-U 15
Stepped-Shank Fastener

Fastening of light gauge steel to


high strength steel. Available with
or without collapsible metal top hat
washer. Collated magazine version
is also available.

X-S16 Fastener

Fastening of drywall track


to steel

X-DW Fastener

X-GN/X-EGN
Gas Fastener Collated

For attaching drywall track to


concrete, CMU block or steel

Gas-actuated hardened
fastener specifically designed
for attaching drywall track and
light gauge steel to higher
strength concrete.

X-CF Fastener

An economical fastener made


specifically for repetitive 2x4
fastenings to concrete

X-CR-L Fastener

GX 120

GX 120 ME

DX 460

DX 36

DX 351

DX 35

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Guide
Section
Numbers

Page
Numbers

3.2.5

41-42

3.2.2
3.2.6

27-32
43-46

P8

3.2.2
3.2.4
3.2.6

27-32
36-40
43-46

3.2.2
3.2.6

43-46

3.2.6

43-46

Gas-actuated fastener for


attaching drywall track and light
gauge steel to concrete, steel and
CMU block

X-GHP
Gas Fastener Collated

X-CP Fastener

Hilti Fastening Tool


DX E72

Fastener Notes:
= Single
M = Collated Fasteners (magazine required)
P8 = 8 mm fastener guide required

3.2.2
3.2.6

27-32
43-46

3.2.2
3.2.6

27-32
43-46

3.2.7

47-48

Thick mechanically plated fastener


made specifically for fastening
treated sill plates to concrete

3.2.7

47-48

Stainless steel fastener made


specifically for fastening treated
sill plates to concrete

3.2.7

47-48

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General Construction Fastener Design & Selection 3.2.1

Fastener

Application

X-W6 1/4"
Threaded Stud

Installation of electrical clips and


clamps, lamps and lighting as
well as switch boxes and
control cabinets

P8

P8

P8

P8

DX 600N

GX 120 ME

DX 460

DX 36

DX 351

DX 35

Hilti Fastening Tool


DX E72

Fastener Notes:
= Single
M = Collated Fasteners (magazine required)
P8 = 8 mm fastener guide required
P10 = 10 mm fastener guide required

P8

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Section
Numbers

Page
Numbers

3.2.8

49-51

3.2.8

49-51

3.2.9

52-54

3.2.9

52-54

3.2.9
3.2.10

52-54
55-59

Available in stainless steel

W10 3/8"
Threaded Stud

Holder brackets, pipe hangers


and cable trays, to concrete

X-EW6H 1/4"
Threaded Stud

Fastening of light brackets,


electrical clamps, rings
and channels to steel

X-EW10H 3/8"
Threaded Stud

Fastening pipe hangers, cable


trays, air ducts, brackets and
channels to steel

X-BT
Threaded Stud

Fastening pipe hangers, cable


trays, air ducts, brackets and
channels to steel. Also used
as electrical grounding stud.

X-RH
Rod Hanger

For suspending electrical


metal tubing (EMT) from
concrete or steel

X-HS
Threaded Rod
Hanger

For suspending ceilings, sprinkler


pipes, mechanical (HVAC) and
electrical components with 1/4"
and 3/8" threaded rods

X-HS MX
Threaded Rod
Hanger

Hanger system using 1/4"


threaded rod for light
cable trays, etc.

X-EMTC/BX
Conduit &
Cable Clip

Thin wall conduit and armored


cable clips with pre-mounted
fasteners

X-EMTC/BX MX
Conduit &
Cable Clip

Thin wall conduit and armored


cable clips for use with magazine
tools

P10

P8

P8

P8

P8

P8

P10

BT
Tool

3.2.11

60-64

3.2.11

60-64

3.2.11

60-64

3.2.11

60-64

3.2.11

60-64

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Fastener

Application

X-EMTSC MX
Stand-Off
Conduit Clip

For stand-off conduit applications

X-ECH
Cable Holder

For suspending cable from


concrete or steel

For cable tie applications. To be


used with magazine tools and
non-Hilti supplied cable tie.

X-IE
Insulation
Fastener

For attaching EPS insulating boards


to concrete and steel

X-SW
Soft Washer

For fastening thin or easily


damaged materials to concrete
or steel

Grating & Checkerplate


Fastening Systems

Steel Deck
Fastening Systems

Self-Drilling Screw
Fasteners

Section
Numbers

Page
Numbers

3.2.11

60-64

3.2.11

60-64

GX 120 ME

DX 460

DX 36

3.2.11

60-64

3.2.11

60-64

3.2.12

65-66

3.2.12

65-66

Reference individual section


for tool information.

3.3

67-76

Reference individual section


for tool information.

3.4

77-87

Reference individual section


for tool information.

3.5

88-141

Reference individual section


for tool information.

3.6

142-162

For clamping cable to


concrete or steel

X-ECT MX
Cable Tie
Fastener

Ceiling Fastening
Systems

2011
Product Technical
Guide

Note: Requires ECH adapter.

X-EKB MX
Cable Clamp

DX 351

DX 35

Hilti Fastening Tool


DX E72

Fastener Notes:
= Single
M = Collated Fasteners (magazine required)
P8 = 8 mm fastener guide required

Note: Requires X-IE Conversion Kit

For hanging lay-in panel or


acoustical suspended ceilings

For fastening grating and


checkerplate for marine and
industrial environments

For fastening steel deck panels


to bar joists and structural steel,
as well as steel deck panel
to panel at the sidelap
For cold-formed steel connections
and gypsum, wood and other
materials to cold-formed steel

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General Application Fasteners 3.2.2


3.2.2.1 Product Description
X-U* Premium Series Universal high
performance fastener designed for
applications in both concrete and steel
of either high strength or standard
strength. Shank diameter is consistent
through the fastener offering at 0.157".
X-U fastener lengths range from 5/8"
through 2-7/8" and are available as
single fasteners (P8) or collated (MX) in
strips of 10. Specific size single X-U
fasteners can be pre-mounted with
either 15 mm or 36 mm steel washers.
There is also a metal tophat" (TH)
version as well for the 5/8", 3/4" and 1"
lengths. All X-U fasteners have a unique
twist knurling reaching 7/8" from the tip
up the shank.
X-C Standard Series The X-C series of
fasteners is a cost effective solution for
applications in concrete and masonry
and is best suited for concrete hardness
less than or equal to 4000 psi. This
fastener is not suited for fastening to
steel base materials. Fastener lengths
range from 3/4" through 2-7/8" with a
shank diameter of 0.138". X-C fasteners
are offered in a single (P8) fastener
version as well as in collated (MX)
strips of 10. Pre-mounted washers
are also available in 23 mm and 36
mm diameters on specific length noncollated fasteners.
X-S13 Steel Fastener The X-S13 is
a low cost fastener for steel. It has a
0.145" smooth shank diameter and is
offered in a 1/2" length only. The X-S13
comes collated (MX) in strips of 10 or
singly with a plastic tophat (THP). This
fastener is ideally suited for fastening
drywall track to standard strength steel
and is discussed further in Section 3.2.6
Drywall Track Fastening Systems.

X-GN/X-GHP/X-EGN The collated


fastener line for Hiltis gas-actuated
tools. Designed for applications in
Interior Finishing, Mechanical and
Electrical Trades, these fasteners are
used for fastenings in concrete and
masonry (X-GN standard, X-GHP
premium) and steel (X-EGN and
X-GHP premium). For more details
refer to Section 3.2.6 Drywall Track
Fastening Systems.
DS/EDS Fastener Series The DS series
fastener is a high performance fastener
of 0.177" shank diameter suitable for
both concrete and steel applications.
It is offered in a single fastener version
only with a 10 mm dome head design
and a 10 mm guidance washer.
Available lengths are 3/4" through
4-5/8". Knurling is offered on 3/4" and
7/8" lengths; designated as EDS and
ideally suited for steel applications.
X-U 15 Steel Fastener The X-U 15 is
a premium, high performance fastener
designed specifically for attachments to
steel (e.g. drywall track, tagging, etc.).
It is offered in a 0.145" shank diameter
and 5/8" length with a unique step shank
design as either single fasteners with
metal tophat or collated (MXSP) in strips
of 10.
X-CR Fastener Series X-CR is a
high performance, corrosion resistant
fastener equivalent to SAE 316 stainless
steel. This fastener is ideally suited
for applications where corrosion is a
concern whether on concrete or steel
base materials. The X-CR is offered as
a single (P8) fastener in lengths from
5/8" through 2-1/8". Shank diameter
for these fasteners is 0.145" for shank
lengths less than 1-3/4" and 0.157" for
longer fasteners.

3.2.2.1

Product Description

3.2.2.2 Material Specifications


3.2.2.3 Technical Data
3.2.2.4 Ordering Information

X-U Universal Fastener*

X-C

DS

X-CR

X-S13

EDS

X-U 15

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2269 (X-U & X-U 15)
ESR-1663 (DS, X-C, EDS, X-AL-H
& X-CR)
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25675 (X-U & X-U 15)
RR 25646 (DS, X-C, EDS, X-AL-H
& X-CR)

* More details about the innovative X-U fastener can be found in Section 3.2.3.
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3.2.2.2 Material Specifications
Fastener
Designation
X-U*
DS/EDS
X-C
X-CR3
X-GN/X-GHP/X-EGN
X-AL-H
X-NK/ENK4
X-CT Forming Nail
BC X-C

Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
SAE 316
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel

Fastener
Plating1
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc
N/A
2-8 m Zinc
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc

Steel Washer or
Clip Plating1,2
Carbon Steel
N/A
Carbon Steel
SAE 316
N/A
N/A
Carbon Steel
N/A
Carbon Steel

1 The 5 m zinc coating is in accordance with


ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III.
2 Most fasteners have a plastic washer for
guidance when installing. Not all fastener
lengths have a pre-mounted steel washer.
Refer to Section 3.2.2.4 for more information
on available fasteners.
3. The X-CR fastener material is a proprietary
material, which provides a corrosion resistance
equivalent to SAE 316 stainless steel. The steel
washer material is SAE 316 stainless steel.
4. Available in Canada or by special order.

Washer or
Clip Plating1,2
5 m Zinc
N/A
5 m Zinc
N/A
N/A
N/A
5 m Zinc
N/A
5 m Zinc

3.2.2.3 Technical Data


Allowable Loads in Normal Weight Concrete 1, 3

Description

Fastener

Shank
Diameter
in. (mm)

Minimum
Embedment
in. (mm)

3/4
1
X-U*
0.157 (4.0)
1-1/4
1-1/2
0.157 (4.0) 1-1/2
X-U 47 P8 with DX-Kwik
X-U2
3/4
1
Standard Fastener
X-C
0.138 (3.5)
1-1/4
1-1/2
3/4
1
Heavy Duty Fastener
DS
0.177 (4.5)
1-1/4
1-1/2
3/4
0.145 (3.7)
1
Stainless Steel Fastener
X-CR
&
1-1/4
0.157 (4.0)
1-1/2
3/4
Gas Fastener
X-GN 0.118 (3.0)
1
Premium Gas Fastener
X-GHP 0.118 (3.0) 5/8
3/4
1
High Performance Fastener X-AL-H 0.177 (4.5)
1-1/4
1-1/2
1
Knob Head Fastener
X-NK4 0.145 (3.7)
1
X-CT 475 0.145 (3.7)
Forming Fastener
1
X-CT 625 0.145 (3.7)

Universal Knurled Shank


Fasteners

(19)
(25)
(32)
(38)
(38)
(19)
(25)
(32)
(38)
(19)
(25)
(32)
(38)
(19)
(25)
(32)
(38)
(19)
(25)
(16)
(19)
(25)
(32)
(38)
(25)
(25)
(25)

Concrete Compressive Strength


2000 psi
4000 psi
6000 psi
Tension
Shear
Tension
Shear
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
100
165
240
275

(0.44)
(0.73)
(1.07)
(1.22)

125
190
310
420

(0.20)
(0.38)
(0.58)
(0.78)
(0.22)
(0.58)
(0.98)
(1.33)
(0.13)
(0.24)
(0.49)
(1.18)
(0.42)
(0.51)

75
150
210
260
120
195
385
405
40
185
290
405
120
220

(0.29)
(0.58)
(0.60)
(0.89)
(0.38)
(0.27)
(0.33)

70
190
265
340
165
65
75

45
85
130
175
50
130
220
300
30
55
110
265
95
115
65
130
135
200
85
60
75

(0.57)
(0.85)
(1.38)
(1.87)

(0.33)
(0.67)
(0.93)
(1.16)
(0.53)
(0.87)
(1.71)
(1.80)
(0.18)
(0.82)
(1.29)
(1.80)
(0.53)
(0.98)
(0.31)
(0.85)
(1.18)
(1.51)
(0.73)
(0.29)
(0.33)

100
170
280
325
395
60
90
130
245
125
155
270
355
65
120
125
350
95
115
50
90
165
240
240
145

(0.44)
(0.76)
(1.25)
(1.45)
(1.76)
(0.27)
(0.40)
(0.58)
(1.09)
(0.56)
(0.69)
(1.20)
(1.58)
(0.29)
(0.53)
(0.56)
(1.56)
(0.42)
(0.51)
(0.22)
(0.40)
(0.73)
(1.07)
(1.07)
(0.64)

125
225
310
420
405
105
200
290
360
135
240
425
450
40
190
300
450
120
220
120
95
195
270
460
215

(0.57)
(1.00)
(1.38)
(1.87)
(1.80)
(0.47)
(0.89)
(1.29)
(1.60)
(0.60)
(1.07)
(1.89)
(2.00)
(0.18)
(0.85)
(1.33)
(2.00)
(0.53)
(0.98)
(0.53)
(0.42)
(0.87)
(1.20)
(2.05)
(0.96)

105 (0.47) 205 (0.91)


110 (0.49) 280 (1.25)
180 (0.80) 425 (1.89)

360 (1.60) 570 (2.54)

100 (0.44) 170 (0.76)


120 (0.53) 440 (1.96)

50 (0.22) 90 (0.40)
120 (0.53) 125 (0.56)
180 (0.80) 280 (1.25)
240 (1.07) 440 (1.96)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Fastener installed with DX-Kwik drilled pilot hole installation found in Section 3.2.1.1.10.
3 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
4 Available in Canada or by special order.
5 For temporary fastening of formwork only.

* More details about the innovative X-U fastener can be found in Section 3.2.3.
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Allowable Loads in Minimum f'c = 3000 psi Structural Lightweight Concrete1,5
Fastener
Description

Fastener

Shank
Diameter
in. (mm)

Universal Knurled Shank


Fasteners

X-U*

0.157

(4.0)

Standard Fastener

X-C

0.138

(3.5)

Heavy Duty Fastener

DS4

0.177

(4.5)

Stainless Steel Fastener

0.145

(3.7)
&
0.157 (4.0)

X-CR

Gas Fastener

X-GN

0.118

(3.0)

Premium Gas Fastener

X-GHP

0.118

(3.0)

High Performance Fastener

X-AL-H

0.177

(4.5)

Knob Head Fastener

X-NK6

0.145

(3.7)

Minimum
Embedment
in. (mm)
(19)
3/4
1
(25)
1-1/4 (32)
1-1/2 (38)
(19)
3/4
1
(25)
1-1/4 (32)
1-1/2 (38)
(19)
3/4
1
(25)
1-1/4 (32)
1-1/2 (38)
1
(25)
1-1/4 (32)
1-1/2 (38)
(19)
3/4
1
(25)
(16)
5/8
(19)
3/4
1
(25)
1-1/4 (32)
1-1/2 (38)
1
(25)
1-1/4 (32)
1-1/2 (38)

Fastener Location
Installed Through 3" Deep
Installed into Concrete
Metal Deck into Concrete2,3
Tension lb (kN)
Tension
Shear
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
Upper Flute Lower Flute
125 (0.56) 115 (0.51) 130 (0.58) 95 (0.42) 245 (1.09)
205 (0.91) 260 (1.16) 215 (0.96) 155 (0.69) 330 (1.47)
315 (1.40) 435 (1.93) 295 (1.31) 200 (0.89) 375 (1.67)
425 (1.89) 475 (2.11) 400 (1.78) 260 (1.16) 430 (1.91)
110 (0.49) 175 (0.78) 120 (0.53)

265 (1.18)
135 (0.60) 180 (0.80) 215 (0.96) 145 (0.64) 315 (1.40)
220 (0.98) 260 (1.16) 250 (1.11) 200 (0.89) 405 (1.80)
285 (1.27) 315 (1.40) 285 (1.27) 210 (0.93) 415 (1.85)
100 (0.44) 200 (0.89) 100 (0.44)

200 (0.89)
180 (0.80) 360 (1.60) 180 (0.80) 180 (0.80) 405 (1.80)
300 (1.33) 520 (2.31) 300 (1.33) 250 (1.11) 515 (2.29)
450 (2.00) 680 (3.02) 450 (2.00) 325 (1.45) 625 (2.78)
230 (1.02) 240 (1.07) 230 (1.02)

240 (1.07)
320 (1.42) 400 (1.78) 320 (1.42)

400 (1.78)
405 (1.80) 500 (2.22) 405 (1.80)

500 (2.22)
115 (0.51) 140 (0.62) 75 (0.33) 85 (0.38) 175 (0.78)
170 (0.76) 220 (0.98) 155 (0.69) 160 (0.71) 255 (1.13)
60 (0.27) 140 (0.62) 60 (0.27) 60 (0.27) 175 (0.78)
115 (0.51) 155 (0.69) 115 (0.51)

155 (0.69)
225 (1.00) 350 (1.56) 225 (1.00) 120 (0.53) 340 (1.51)
330 (1.47) 475 (2.11) 330 (1.47) 195 (0.87) 385 (1.71)

285 (1.27) 585 (2.60)


175 (0.78) 185 (0.82) 175 (0.78)

185 (0.82)
240 (1.07) 280 (1.25) 240 (1.07)

280 (1.25)
300 (1.33) 295 (1.31) 300 (1.33)

295 (1.31)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 The steel deck profile is 3" deep composite floor deck with a thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358"). Figure 1 (Section 3.2.1.1.6) shows the nominal flute dimensions,
fastener locations, and load orientations for the deck profile.
3 Structural lightweight concrete fill above top of metal deck shall be a minimum of 3-1/4" deep.
4 DS fasteners installed at 1-1/2" embedment through steel deck into the lower flute must be installed at a minimum distance of 6" from the edge of the floor deck.
5 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
6 Available in Canada or by special order.

Allowable Loads Into Minimum f'c = 3000 psi Structural Lightweight Concrete Over 1-1/2" Deep, B-Type Steel Deck1,4
Fastener Description
Universal Knurled
Shank Fastener
Standard Fastener
Gas Fastener
Premium Gas Fastener

Fastener

Shank Diameter
in.

(mm)

X-U*

0.157

(4.0)

X-C

0.138

(3.5)

X-GN

0.118

(3.0)

X-GHP

0.118

(3.0)

Minimum
Embedment
in.
3/4
1
3/4
1
3/4
1
5/8

(mm)
(19)
(25)
(19)
(25)
(19)
(25)
(16)

Fastener Location
Installed Through Metal Deck into Concrete2,3
Tension lb (kN)
Shear
Upper Flute
Lower Flute
lb (kN)
95 (0.42)
95 (0.42)
370 (1.65)
125 (0.56)
125 (0.56)
415 (1.85)
80 (0.36)
80 (0.36)
315 (1.40)
205 (0.91)
205 (0.91)
445 (1.98)
75 (0.33)
85 (0.38)
175 (0.78)
155 (0.69)
160 (0.71)
255 (1.13)
60 (0.27)
60 (0.27)
175 (0.78)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria
2 Steel deck profiles are 1-1/2" deep, B-type deck with a thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358" thick steel). Fasteners may be installed through the metal deck into
lightweight concrete having both nominal & inverted deck profile orientations with a minimum lower flute width of 1-3/4" or 3-1/2", respectively. Fasteners shall
be placed at centerline of deck flutes. Refer to Figures 2 & 3 (Section 3.2.1.1.6) for additional flute dimensions, fastener locations, and load orientations for both
deck profiles.
3 Structural lightweight concrete fill above top of metal deck shall be a minimum 2-1/2" deep.
4 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

* More details about the innovative X-U fastener can be found in Section 3.2.3.
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Allowable Loads in Concrete Masonry Units1,2,3,4,5,10
Hollow CMU
Grout Filled CMU
Mortar Joint
Mortar Joint
Face Shell6
Top of Grouted Cell8
Face Shell6
Shank
Min.
Fastener
Diameter Embed. Tension Shear Tension Shear7 Tension Shear Tension Shear7 Tension Shear9
in. (mm) in. (mm) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN)
1
70
85
25
70
225
220
150
190
165
240
Universal Knurled
X-U* 0.157 (4.0)
Shank Fasteners
(25)
(0.31)
(0.38)
(0.11)
(0.31)
(1.00)
(0.98)
(0.67)
(0.85)
(0.73)
(1.07)
40
85
25
50
100
105
45
80
115
175
Standard
3/4
X-C
0.138 (3.5)
Fastener
(19)
(0.18)
(0.38)
(0.11)
(0.22)
(0.44)
(0.47)
(0.20)
(0.36)
(0.51)
(0.78)
90
115
65
55
95
120
70
85
65
90
3/4
(19)
(0.51)
(0.58)
(0.31)
(0.29)
(0.58)
(0.62)
(0.38)
(0.53)
(0.33)
(0.42)
Gas Fastener
X-GN 0.118 (3.0)
1
115
130
70
65
130
140
85
120
75
95
(25)
(0.51)
(0.58)
(0.31)
(0.29)
(0.58)
(0.62)
(0.38)
(0.53)
(0.33)
(0.42)
40
80
15
40
90
100
40
80
60
85
Premium Gas
5/8
X-GHP 0.118 (3.0)
Fastener
(16)
(0.18)
(0.36)
(0.07)
(0.18)
(0.40)
(0.44)
(0.18)
(0.36)
(0.27)
(0.38)
1
40
90
35
60
90
130
40
65
Knob Head
X-NK11 0.145 (3.7)

Fastener
(25)
(0.18)
(0.40)
(0.16)
(0.27)
(0.40)
(0.58)
(0.18)
(0.29)
Fastener
Description

The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fastener
only, using a safety factor of 5.0 or higher calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be
investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed in
concrete masonry units conforming to ASTM C 90, Grade N, Type 1.
3 The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed in
concrete masonry units with mortar conforming to ASTM C 270, Type N or S.
4 The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed in
concrete masonry units with grout conforming to ASTM C 476, as coarse grout.
5 Allowable load values based upon no more than one low-velocity fastener
installed in an individual concrete masonry unit cell.
6 Fastener can be located anywhere on the face shell or mortar joint as shown in
the figure to the right.
7 Shear direction can be horizontal or vertical (Bed Joint or T-Joint) along the
CMU wall plane.
8 Fastener located in center of grouted cell installed vertically.
9 Shear can be in any direction.
10 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
11 Available in Canada or by special order.

T-Joint
Bed
Joint

1"

Concrete Masonry
Unit (CMU)

1"

Acceptance Locations (NON-SHADED AREAS) for PowerActuated Fasteners in CMU Walls

Allowable Tensile Pullover and Shear Bearing Load Capacities for Light Steel Framing with Power Driven Fasteners1,2,3,4
Fastener Description

Fastener

0.322
(8.2)
0.322
(8.2)
0.390
DS, EDS
(10.0)
0.322
X-S13 THP
X-S16 TH
(8.2)
X-EGN, X-GN, 0.276
X-GHP
(7.0)
0.322
X-AL-H
(8.2)

0.157" shank with or w/o plastic


X-U*
washers or MX collation
0.145" shank with or w/o plastic
X-C, X-CR
washers or MX collation
0.177" shank without washer
0.145" shank with plastic top
hat washers
0.118" shank with MX collation
0.177" shank without washer

Head
Dia.
in.
(mm)

14 ga.

16 ga.

Sheet Steel Thickness


18 ga.
20 ga.
22 ga.

24 ga.

25/26 ga.

Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear
lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN)

825 1,085 685


(3.67) (4.83) (3.05)
985
685

(4.38) (3.05)
965 1,085 810
(4.29) (4.83) (3.60)
985
685

(4.38) (3.05)

720
(3.20)
720
(3.20)
815
(3.63)
720
(3.20)

490
(2.18)
490
(2.18)
625
(2.78)
490
(2.18)
325

(1.45)
1,085 685
750
490
(4.83) (3.05) (3.34) (2.18)

525
(2.34)
515
(2.29)
535
(2.38)
515
(2.29)
390
(1.73)
535
(2.38)

360
(1.60)
360
(1.60)
460
(2.05)
360
(1.60)
265
(1.18)
360
(1.60)

445
(1.98)
440
(1.96)
465
(2.07)
440
(1.96)
335
(1.49)
465
(2.07)

300
(1.33)
300
(1.33)
360
(1.60)
300
(1.33)
250
(1.11)
300
(1.33)

330
(1.47)
310
(1.38)
350
(1.56)
310
(1.38)
235
(1.05)
350
(1.56)

205
(0.91)
205
(0.91)
300
(1.33)
205
(0.91)
170
(0.76)
205
(0.91)

255
(1.13)
235
(1.05)
260
(1.16)
235
(1.05)
185
(0.82)
260
(1.16)

120
(0.53)
120
(0.53)
240
(1.07)
120
(0.53)
100
(0.44)
120
(0.53)

145
(0.64)
145
(0.64)
180
(0.80)
145
(0.64)
125
(0.56)
180

(0.80)

1 Allowable load values are based on a safety factor of 3.0 in accordance with the AISI NASPEC, 2007 edition.
2 Allowable pullover capacities of sheet steel should be compared to the allowable fastener tensile load capacities in concrete, steel, and masonry to determine
controlling resistance load.
3 Allowable shear bearing capacities of sheet steel should be compared to allowable fastener shear capacities in concrete, steel and masonry to determine
controlling resistance load.
4 Data is based on the following minimum sheet steel properties, Fy = 33 ksi, Fu = 45 ksi (ASTM A 653 material).

* More details about the innovative X-U fastener can be found in Section 3.2.3.
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General Application Fasteners 3.2.2


Allowable Loads in Minimum ASTM A 36 (Fy 36 ksi, Fu 58 ksi) Steel1,2,6,7
Fastener Description

Fastener

Universal Knurled Shank

X-U8

Stepped-Shank
Knurling-Lengthwise
Standard Smooth Shank
Drywall Smooth Shank
w/Metal Top Hat Washer
Heavy Duty
Knurled Shank
Heavy Duty
Smooth Shank
Stainless Steel
Smooth Shank
Drywall Track
Smooth Shank
Premium Gas Fastener

Heavy Duty
Smooth Shank
Knob Head Nail
Knurled Shank

X-U 159
X-S13
X-S16
EDS4
DS
X-CR
X-CR10
X-EGN11
X-EGN10,11
X-GHP

X-AL-H3,4

X-ENK12

Shank
Diameter
in.
(mm)
0.157
(4.0)
0.145
(3.7)
0.145
(3.7)
0.145
(3.7)
0.177
(4.5)
0.177
(4.5)
0.145
(3.7)
0.145
(3.7)
0.118
(3.0)
0.118
(3.0)
0.118
(3.0)
0.145
(3.7)
0.157
(4.0)
0.177
(4.5)
0.145
(3.7)

Steel Thickness (in.)


1/4
3/8

3/16

1/85
Tension
lb (kN)

Shear
lb (kN)

140
(0.62)

300
(1.33)

300
(1.33)
140
(0.62)

210
(0.93)
270
(1.20)

125
(0.56)
140
(0.62)

230
(1.02)
295
(1.31)

1/2

3/4

Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear
lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN)

535
(2.38)
155
(0.69)
300
(1.33)
225
(1.00)
330
(1.47)
395
(1.76)
485
(2.16)
630
(2.80)
220
(0.98)
220
(0.98)
170
(0.76)

720
(3.20)
395
(1.76)
450
(2.00)
420
(1.87)
665
(2.96)
795
(3.54)
480
(2.14)
510
(2.27)
275
(1.22)
315
(1.40)
245
(1.09)

775
(3.45)
230
(1.02)
300
(1.33)
225
(1.00)
665
(2.96)
620
(2.76)
700
(3.11)
850
(3.78)
225
(1.00)
260
(1.16)
200
(0.89)

720
(3.20)
395
(1.76)
450
(2.00)
430
(1.91)
935
(4.16)
855
(3.80)
560
(2.49)
560
(2.49)
320
(1.42)
375
(1.67)
230
(1.02)

935
(4.16)
420
(1.86)
300
(1.33)
225
(1.00)
800
(3.56)
775
(3.45)

265
(1.18)
280
(1.25)
280
(1.25)
250
(1.11)

720
(3.20)
450
(2.00)
450
(2.00)
430
(1.91)
970
(4.31)
855
(3.80)

900
(4.00)
365
(1.62)

720
(3.20)
500
(2.22)

350
(1.56)
365
(1.62)

375
(1.67)
400
(1.78)

225
(1.00)
890
(3.96)
800
(3.56)

430

(1.91)
995 400 655
(4.43) (1.78) (2.91)
895

(3.98)

395 265 395


(1.76) (1.18) (1.76)
375

(1.67)
400

(1.78)
255

(1.13)

240 685 480 715 645 745


(1.07) (3.05) (2.14) (3.18) (2.87) (3.31)

685

(3.05)
225 555 535 620 620 660 590
(1.00) (2.47) (2.38) (2.76) (2.76) (2.94) (2.62)

970 145 600


(4.31) (0.64) (2.67)
605

(2.69)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance
with ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Low-velocity fasteners shall be driven to where the point of the fastener penetrates the steel base material in accordance with Section 3.2.1.2.3, except as
noted in this table.
3 X-AL-H testing was performed with Fy = 50 ksi base material. X-AL-H fasteners with a shank length of 5/8" have a shank diameter of 0.145". X-AL-H
fasteners with shank lengths of 3/4" & 7/8" have shank diameters of 0.157". X-AL-H fasteners with shank lengths greater than or equal to 1" have a shank
diameter of 0.177".
4 X-AL-H and EDS fasteners installed into greater than 1/2" thick steel require 1/2" minimum penetration.
5 Testing in 1/8" thick steel was performed with Fy = 50 ksi base material.
6 Multiple fasteners are recommended for increased reliability.
7 Refer to guidelines for fastening to steel, Section 3.2.1.2, for application limits.
8 Tabulated allowable load values provided for 3/4" steel are based upon minimum point penetration of 1/2". If 1/2" point penetration is not achieved, but a
point penetration of at least 3/8" is obtained, the tabulated tension value should be reduced by 20 percent and the tabulated shear load should be reduced by
8 percent.
9 X-U 15 fasteners installed into greater than 3/8" thick steel require 15/32" minimum penetration.
10 Based on testing with Fy = 50 ksi base material.
11 X-EGN fasteners installed into 3/8" or thicker base steel require 0.320" minimum penetration depth.
12 Available in Canada or by special order.

* More details about the innovative X-U fastener can be found in Section 3.2.3.
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3.2.2.4 Ordering Information
Carbon Steel Non-Collated (without pre-mounted steel washer)
Fastener
Description

Concrete, Masonry and Steel


X-U P8*
X-U P8 TH*
Concrete and Masonry
DS P10
X-C P8
X-C THP
Steel
X-S13 THP
EDS P10

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

5/8 to 2-7/8 (16 to 72)


5/8, 3/4, 1 (16, 19, 27)

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

8 mm plastic
8 mm plastic and metal tophat

1 to 4-5/8 (27 to 117)


1 to 2-1/2 (19 to 62)
3/4 (20)

0.177 (4.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)

8 mm plastic
8 mm plastic
8 mm plastic tophat

1/2 (13)
3/4, 7/8 (19, 22)

0.145 (3.7)
0.177 (4.5)

8 mm plastic tophat
10 mm plastic

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

5/8 to 2-7/8 (16 to 72)

0.157 (4.0)

Collated

1 to 2-1/2 (27 to 62)


3/4 to 1-5/8 (20 to 39)
11/16, 3/4 (18, 20)

0.138 (3.5)
0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)

Collated
Collated
Collated

1/2 (13)
1/2 (14)
11/16, 3/4 (18, 20)

0.145 (3.7)
0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)

Collated
Collated
Collated

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

7/8, 1, 1-1/4 (22, 27, 32)


1-1/4, 2-7/8 (32, 72)

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

8 mm plastic and 15 mm steel


8 mm plastic and 36 mm steel

1 to 1-7/8 (27 to 47)


1-1/2, 2, 2-1/2 (37, 52, 62)
7/8 to 2-7/8 (22 to 72)

0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.145 (3.7)

8 mm plastic and 23 mm steel


8 mm plastic and 36 mm steel
12 mm steel

5/8, 3/4 (16, 19)

0.145 (3.7)

12 mm steel

Carbon Steel Collated (without pre-mounted steel washer)


Fastener
Description

Concrete, Masonry and Steel


X-U MX*
Concrete and Masonry
X-C MX
X-GN MX
X-GHP MX
Steel
X-S13 MX
X-EGN MX
X-GHP MX

Carbon Steel Non-Collated (with pre-mounted steel washer)


Fastener
Description

Concrete, Masonry and Steel


X-U P8 S15*
X-U P8 S36*
Concrete and Masonry
X-C P8 S23
X-C P8 S36
X-NK S12 c
Steel
X-ENK S12 c

SAE 316 Stainless Steel Non-Collated (with and without pre-mounted steel washer)
Fastener
Description

Concrete, Masonry and Steel


X-CR P8
X-CR P8
X-CR P8 S12
X-CR P8 S12
Steel
X-CR P8
X-CR S12

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

11/16 to 1-9/16 (18 to 39)


1-3/4, 2-1/8 (44, 54)
1-9/16 (39)
1-3/4 (44)

0.145 (3.7)
0.157 (4.0)
0.145 (3.7)
0.157 (4.0)

8 mm plastic
8 mm plastic
8 mm plastic and 12 mm steel
8 mm plastic and 12 mm steel

9/16, 5/8 (14, 16)


5/8 (16)

0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)

8 mm plastic
12 mm steel

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

0.145 (3.7)

Double 8 mm plastic

0.145 (3.5)

8 mm plastic & rebar basket clip

Carbon Steel Removable and Clip Fasteners


Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Forming Nail
X-CT 47MX, X-CT 62 MX, X-CT 62 DP8 1-7/8, 2-7/16 (47, 62)
Rebar Basket Clip
BC X-C P8T
1-7/8, 2-7/16 (47, 62)

* More details about the innovative X-U fastener can be found in Section 3.2.3.
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X-U Universal Knurled Shank Fasteners 3.2.3


3.2.3.1 Product Description
Product Features

The Hilti X-U Universal Knurled


Shank Fastener is designed as a high
performance solution to simplify
powder-actuated fastener selection.
The X-U is one fastener type that
performs equally well on both high and
standard strength concrete and steel.

A 0.157" shank diameter for high


performance in both tension and
shear applications

Product Description

3.2.3.2

Material Specifications

3.2.3.3

Technical Data

3.2.3.4

Ordering Information

Unique knurling design offering


higher pullout strength and
anchorage in concrete and steel
Full range of fasteners in single
or collated configurations to
maximize productivity

To help ensure reliable fastenings, the


X-U fastener is match toleranced to
all Hilti powder-actuated tools using 8
mm fastener guides and drive pistons
through an 8 mm nail head diameter
and an 8 mm plastic guidance washer
set near the nail tip. The X-U program
also includes fasteners with premounted steel washers of 15 mm
or 36 mm diameters.

No requirement for unique drive


pistons or special equipment
Recognized for horizontal wood
deck diaphragms subjected to
wind or seismic forces (Reference
ICC-ES ESR-2269)

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2269
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25675

3.2.3.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation
X-U

3.2.3.1

Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel

Fastener
Plating

Fastener
Hardness
58 HRC

5 m Zinc1

1 ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III.

3.2.3.3 Technical Data


Allowable Loads in Normal Weight Concrete1
Shank
Diameter
in. (mm)

Fastener

X-U

0.157

(4.0)

Minimum
Embedment
in. (mm)
3/4
1
1-1/4
1-1/2

(19)
(25)
(32)
(38)

Concrete Compressive Strength


4000 psi
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

2000 psi
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
100
165
240
275

(0.44)
(0.73)
(1.07)
(1.22)

125
190
310
420

(0.57)
(0.85)
(1.38)
(1.87)

100
170
280
325

(0.44)
(0.76)
(1.25)
(1.45)

125
225
310
420

(0.57)
(1.00)
(1.38)
(1.87)

6000 psi
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
105
110
180

(0.47)
(0.49)
(0.80)

205
280
425

(0.91)
(1.25)
(1.89)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.

Allowable Loads in Normal Weight Concrete Using DX-Kwik1,2


Concrete Compressive Strength
Fastener
X-U 47 P8
w/DX-Kwik

Shank
Diameter
in. (mm)
0.157

(4.0)

Minimum
Embedment
in. (mm)
1-1/2

(38)

4000 psi
Tension
lb (kN)
395

(1.76)

6000 psi
Shear
lb (kN)
405

(1.80)

Tension
lb (kN)
360

(1.60)

Shear
lb (kN)
570

(2.54)

1 X-U Fastener is installed using the DX-Kwik drilled pilot hole installation procedure shown in Section 3.2.1.1.10.
2 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance
with ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.

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3.2.3 X-U Universal Knurled Shank Fasteners


Allowable Loads in Minimum f'c = 3000 psi Structural Lightweight Concrete1,4

Fastener

X-U

Shank
Dia.
in. (mm)

Installed into
Concrete

Minimum
Embed.
in. (mm)

Tension
lb (kN)
3/4 (19) 125 (0.56)
1
(25) 205 (0.91)
0.157 (4.0)
1-1/4 (32) 315 (1.40)
1-1/2 (38) 425 (1.89)

Shear
lb (kN)
115 (0.51)
260 (1.16)
435 (1.93)
475 (2.11)

Fastener Location
Installed Through Metal Deck into Concrete
3 Inch Deep Composite Floor Deck2 1-1/2 Inch Deep Composite Floor Deck3
Tension lb (kN)
Tension lb (kN)
Shear
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
Upper Flute Lower Flute
Upper Flute Lower Flute
130 (0.58) 95 (0.42) 245 (1.09) 95
(0.42)
95
(0.42) 370 (1.65)
215 (0.96) 155 (0.69) 330 (1.47) 125 (0.56) 125 (0.56) 415 (1.85)
295 (1.31) 200 (0.89) 375 (1.67)

400 (1.78) 260 (1.16) 430 (1.91)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 The steel deck profile for the 3" deep composite floor deck has a minimum thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358") and a minimum Fy of 33 ksi. Lower and upper flute
width must be a minimum of 4-1/2". Figure 1 in Section 3.2.1.1.6 shows the nominal flute dimensions, fastener locations and load orientations for the deck
profile. Structural lightweight concrete fill above top of steel deck must be minimum 3-1/4".
3 The steel deck profile for the 1-1/2" deep composite floor deck has a minimum thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358") and a minimum Fy of 33 ksi. Lower flute and
upper flute widths must be a minimum of 1-3/4" and 3-1/2", respectively. This deck may also be inverted as shown in Figure 3 in Section 3.2.1.1.6. Figures 2
and 3 in Section 3.2.1.1.6 show the nominal flute dimensions, fastener locations and load orientations for the deck profile. Structural lightweight concrete fill
above top of steel deck must be minimum 2-1/2".
4 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

Allowable Loads in Concrete Masonry Units1,2,3,4,5,10


Hollow CMU
Shank
Fastener
Dia.
in. (mm)
X-U

0.157 (4.0)

Minimum
Embed.
in. (mm)
1

(25)

Face Shell6
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
70 (0.31) 85 (0.38)

Grout-Filled CMU

Mortar Joint6
Face Shell6
Mortar Joint6
Top of Grouted Cell8
7
7
Tension
Tension
Shear
Tension
Tension
Shear
Shear
Shear9
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
25 (0.11) 70 (0.31) 225 (1.00) 220 (0.98) 150 (0.67) 190 (0.85) 165 (0.73) 240 (1.07)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fastener into
concrete masonry units only, using a safety factor equal to or greater than
5.0, calculated in accordance with ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with
accepted design criteria.
2 The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed
in concrete masonry units conforming to ASTM C 90, Grade N, Type 1.
3 The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed
in concrete masonry units with mortar conforming to ASTM C 270, Type S.
4 The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed
in concrete masonry units with grout conforming to ASTM C 476.
5 No more than one low-velocity fastener may be installed in an individual
concrete masonry unit cell.
6 Fastener can be located anywhere on the face shell or mortar joints as
shown in the figure to the right.
7 Shear load direction can be horizontal or vertical (Bed Joint or T-Joint)
along the CMU wall plane.
8 Fastener located in center of grouted cell installed vertically.

T-Joint
Bed
Joint

1"

1"

Concrete Masonry
Unit (CMU)

Acceptance Locations (NON-SHADED AREAS) for X-U


Universal Knurled Shank Fasteners in CMU Walls

9 Shear load can be in any direction in top of grouted cell application.


10 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

Allowable Loads in Minimum ASTM A 36 (Fy 36 ksi; Fu 58 ksi) Steel1,2,4


Steel Thickkness in.
Fastener
X-U

Shank
Dia.
in. (mm)
0.157 (4.0)

3/16
Tension
lb (kN)
535 (2.38)

Shear
lb (kN)
720 (3.20)

1/4
Tension
lb (kN)
775 (3.45)

Shear
lb (kN)
720 (3.20)

3/8
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
935 (4.16) 720 (3.20)

1/2
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
900 (4.00) 720 (3.20)

3/43
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
350 (1.56) 375 (1.67)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Low-velocity fasteners shall be driven to where the point of the fastener penetrates the steel base material, except as noted.
3 Tabulated allowable load values provided for 3/4" steel are based upon minimum point penetration of 1/2". If 1/2" point penetration is not achieved, but a
point penetration of at least 3/8" is obtained, the tabulated tension value should be reduced by 20 percent and the tabulated shear load should be reduced by 8
percent.
4 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
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Allowable Tensile Pullover and Shear Bearing Load Capacities for Light Steel Framing with X-U Powder-Actuated Fasteners1,2,3,4
Fastener
Description
0.157" shank
with or
w/o plastic
washers or
MX collation

Sheet Steel Thickness


Head
16 ga.
18 ga.
20 ga.
22 ga.
24 ga.
14 ga.
25/26 ga
Dia.
Fastener
in. Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear
(mm) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN)

X-U

0.322 825
(8.2) (3.67)

1,085
(4.83)

685
(3.05)

720
(3.20)

490
(2.18)

525
(2.34)

360
(1.60)

445
(1.98)

300
(1.33)

330
(1.47)

205
(0.91)

255
(1.13)

120
(0.53)

145
(0.64)

1 Allowable load values are based on a safety factor of 3.0 in accordance with the AISI NASPEC, 2007 edition.
2 Allowable pullover capacities of sheet steel should be compared to allowable fastener tensile load capacities in concrete, steel, or masonry to determine
controlling resistance load.
3 Allowable shear load bearing capacities of sheet steel should be compared to allowable fastener shear capacities in concrete, steel or masonry to determine
controlling resistance load.
4 Data is based on the following minimum sheet steel properties, Fy = 33 ksi, Fu = 45 ksi (ASTM A 653 material).

3.2.3.4 Ordering Information


Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

Packaging Qty

X-U 16
X-U 19
X-U 22
X-U 27
X-U 32
X-U 37
X-U 42
X-U 47
X-U 52
X-U 57
X-U 62
X-U 72

5/8 (16)
3/4 (19)
7/8 (22)
1 (27)
1-1/4 (32)
1-1/2 (37)
1-5/8 (42)
1-7/8 (47)
2 (52)
2-1/4 (57)
2-1/2 (62)
2-7/8 (72)

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated
Plastic 8 mm or collated

100 pcs / box


100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box

Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

Packaging Qty

X-U 22 P8 S15
X-U 27 P8 S15
X-U 32 P8 S15
X-U 32 P8 S36
X-U 72 P8 S36

7/8 (22)
1 (27)
1-1/4 (32)
1-1/4 (32)
2-7/8 (72)

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

Plastic 8 mm & Steel 15 mm


Plastic 8 mm & Steel 15 mm
Plastic 8 mm & Steel 15 mm
Plastic 8 mm & Steel 36 mm
Plastic 8 mm & Steel 36 mm

100 pcs / box


100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box

Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

Packaging Qty

X-U 16 P8 TH
X-U 19 P8 TH
X-U 27 P8 TH

5/8 (16)
3/4 (19)
1 (27)

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

8 mm plastic & metal tophat"


8 mm plastic & metal tophat"
8 mm plastic & metal tophat"

100 pcs / box


100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box

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3.2.4 Perimeter Wall Application Fasteners


3.2.4.1

Application Description

3.2.4.1 Application Description

3.2.4.2

Product Description

3.2.4.3

Material Specifications

3.2.4.4

Technical Data

3.2.4.5

Ordering Information

Perimeter wall applications as part


of curtain walls and bypass balloon
framing are common in steel and metal
framed structures. Light gauge steel
framing and track encompass the

outside perimeter of the building.


Steel track is fastened directly or with
other cold-formed steel components
to steel framing members or to concrete
slab edges.

Perimeter Wall Track Applications

Deflection Slip Clip Connections


X-U

X-U 15

DS

EDS

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2269 (X-U & X-U 15)
ESR-1663 (DS, EDS)
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25675 (X-U & X-U 15)
RR 25646 (DS, EDS)

3.2.4.2 Product Description


X-U

DS/EDS

The Hilti X-U Universal Knurled


Shank Fastener is designed as a
high performance solution to simplify
powder-actuated fastener selection.
The X-U is one fastener type that
performs equally well on both high and
standard strength concrete and steel.
Refer to Section 3.2.3 for additional
information on the X-U Universal
Knurled Shank Fastener.

The DS series fastener is a high


performance fastener of 0.177" shank
diameter suitable for both concrete
and steel applications. It is offered in
a single fastener version only with a
10 mm dome head design and a 10 mm
guidance washer. Available lengths
are 1" through 4-5/8". EDS fasteners
have knurled shanks intended for
use with steel base materials and are
available in lengths of 3/4" and 7/8".
The DS/EDS fasteners are intended
only for cases where a 0.177" diameter
shank specification is required.

X-U 15
The X-U 15 is a high performance
fastener designed specifically for
attachments to steel. It is offered in a
0.145" shank diameter and 5/8" length.

3.2.4.3 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation
X-U Universal Knurled Shank Fastener & X-U 15
DS/EDS Heavy Duty Fasteners

Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel

Fastener
Plating
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1

1 ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III.


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3.2.4.4 Technical Data
Perimeter Wall Track Applications

2-1/4"
3-5/8"

2-1/4"
2-1/4"

2-1/4"

3-5/8"
3"

3"
3-5/8"

3-5/8"
2-1/4"

2-1/4"
2-1/4"

2-1/4"

3-5/8"
3"
Figure 1: 3-5/8" Track - 1 Fastener

Figure 2: 3-5/8" Track - 2 Fasteners

3-5/8"

3"

3-5/8"

3-5/8"

2-1/4"
2-1/4"

2-1/4"

2-1/4"

6"4-1/2"

6"

4-1/2"
6"

6"
2-1/4"

2-1/4"
2-1/4"

6"

2-1/4"

6" 4-1/2"

4-1/2"

6"

6"

Figure 3: 6" Track - 1 Fastener

Figure 4: 6" Track - 2 Fasteners

Allowable Shear Loads for Attachment of Perimeter Track to 4000 psi Normal Weight Concrete 1,2,3,4,5,6
Fastener
Description

Fastener

Shank Diameter
in. (mm)

Fastener Length
in. (mm)

Track
Width in.7
3-5/8

1
Universal
Knurled Shank
Fasteners

X-U

(27)
6

0.157
(4.0)

3-5/8
1-1/4

(32)
6
3-5/8

1
Heavy Duty
Fasteners

DS

(27)
6

0.177
(4.5)

3-5/8
1-1/4

(32)
6

Number of
Fasteners
1

Shear
lb (kN)
225

(1.00)

450

(2.00)

225

(1.00)

450

(2.00)

275

(1.22)

275

(1.22)

620

(2.76)

240

(1.07)

410

(1.82)

240

(1.07)

480

(2.14)

350

2
1
2

(1.56)

350

(1.56)

1 Allowable loads were developed from testing the low-velocity fasteners with 16 gauge (Fy 33 ksi) steel track. A safety factor greater than or equal to 5.0 was
used in accordance with ICC-ES AC70. Steel track members not meeting the specification noted must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Allowable values are for fasteners installed in concrete having the designated compressive strength at the time of installation.
3 Spacing and edge distance constraints are as noted in Figure 1-4 at the top of this page.
4 Allowable shear load values are for loads applied perpendicular to the edge of the concrete.
5 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
6 Minimum edge distance of 2-1/4" cannot be decreased. Closer edge distances can result in edge breakout failure of the base material during installation. As a
result, fasteners are offset from the center line of the track.
7 SSMA track designation for 3-5/8" track is 362T 150-54 and for 6" track is 600T 150-54.
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Allowable Shear Loads for Attachment of Perimeter Track to Minimum f'c = 3000 psi Lightweight Concrete 1,2,3,4,5,6
Fastener
Description

Fastener

Universal
Knurled Shank
Fasteners

Shank Diameter
in. (mm)

0.157
(4.0)

X-U

Heavy Duty
Fasteners

Fastener Length
in. (mm)

0.177
(4.5)

DS

(27)

1-1/4

(32)

1-1/2

(37)

(27)

1-1/4

(32)

1-1/2

(37)

Track
Width in.7
3-5/8
6
3-5/8
6
3-5/8
6
3-5/8
6
3-5/8
6
3-5/8
6

Number of
Fasteners
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2

Shear
lb (kN)
260 (1.16)
490 (2.18)
260 (1.16)
520 (2.31)
350 (1.56)
465 (2.07)
350 (1.56)
720 (3.20)
295 (1.31)
465 (2.07)
295 (1.31)
755 (3.36)
205 (0.91)
395 (1.76)
205 (0.91)
720 (3.20)
225 (1.00)
370 (1.65)
225 (1.00)
595 (2.65)
215 (0.96)
370 (1.65)
215 (0.96)
590 (2.62)

1 Allowable loads were developed from testing the low-velocity fasteners with 16 gauge (Fy 33 ksi) steel track. A safety factor greater than or equal to
5.0 was used in accordance with ICC-ES AC70. Steel members not meeting the specification noted must be investigated in accordance with accepted
design criteria.
2 Allowable values are for fasteners installed in concrete having the designated compressive strength at the time of installation.
3 Spacing and edge distance constraints are as noted in Figures 1-4 at the top of the previous page.
4 Allowable shear load values are for loads applied perpendicular to the edge of the concrete.
5 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
6 Minimum edge distance of 2-1/4" cannot be decreased. Closer edge distances can result in edge breakout failure of the base material during installation. As a
result, fasteners are offset from the center line of the track.
7 SSMA track designation for 3-5/8" track is 362T 150-54 and for 6" track is 600T 150-54.

1/2"

1"

1/2"1/2"

1"

Figure 5:
3-5/8" or 6" Track 1 Fastener

1/2"

Figure 6:
3-5/8" or 6" Track 2 Fasteners

Allowable Shear Loads for Attachment of Perimeter Track to Minimum ASTM A 36 (Fy 36 ksi; Fu 58 ksi) Steel, lb (kN)1,2,3,4
Fastener
Description
Universal
Knurled Shank
Fasteners
Heavy Duty
Fasteners

Fastener

Shank
Diameter
in. (mm)

X-U

0.157
(4.0)

X-U 15

0.145
(3.7)

EDS

0.177
(4.5)

Number of
Fasteners
1
2
1
2
1
2

Steel Thickness (in.)


3/16
720
1440
395
800
665
1330

(3.20)
(6.40)
(1.76)
(3.56)
(2.96)
(5.92)

1/4
720
1440
395
790
935
1870

3/8
(3.20)
(6.40)
(1.76)
(3.51)
(4.16)
(8.32)

720
1440
450
900
970
1940

1/2
(3.20)
(6.40)
(2.00)
(4.00)
(4.31)
(8.62)

720
1440
5006
10006
995
1990

3/45
(3.20)
(6.40)
(2.22)
(4.45)
(4.43)
(8.86)

375
750
4006
8006
655
1310

(1.67)
(3.34)
(1.78)
(3.56)
(2.91)
(5.82)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Low-velocity fasteners shall be driven to where the point of the fastener penetrates the steel base material, except as noted.
3 Multiple fasteners are recommended for increased reliability.
4 The minimum edge distance for fastening into steel is 1/2". Minimum spacing for fastening into steel without reduction in performance is 1".
5 Unless otherwise noted, tabulated allowable load values provided for 3/4" steel are based upon minimum point penetration of 1/2". If 1/2" point penetration is not
achieved, but a point penetration of at least 3/8" is obtained, the tabulated shear load should be reduced by 8 percent.
6 Based upon minimum point penetration of 15/32".
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Perimeter Wall Application Fasteners 3.2.4


Deflection Slip Clip Connections

Figure 7:
Normal Weight Concrete

Figure 8:
Lightweight Concrete with Pour Stop

Allowable Loads for Attachment of Cold-Formed Steel Deflection Slip Clips with X-U Universal
Powder-Actuated Fasteners 3,4,5,6,7,8,9
Clip Type

Fastener

Number of
Fasteners
2

Verticlip SLB600
(14 GA.)

X-U 27

3
4
2

WSC 950
(16 GA.)

X-U 27

3
4
2

WSC 1500
(12 GA.)

X-U 27

FCSC
(14 GA.)

X-U 27

3
2
3

Normal Weight
Concrete
Allowable Load 1
lb (kN)

Lightweight Concrete
with Pour Stop
Allowable Load 2
lb (kN)

160
(0.71)
245
(1.09)
330
(1.47)
125
(0.56)
145
(0.64)
220
(0.98)
90
(0.40)
185
(0.82)
140
(0.62)
290
(1.29)

160
(0.71)
245
(1.09)
380
(1.69)
155
(0.69)
275
(1.22)
275
(1.22)
130
(0.58)
235
(1.05)
170
(0.76)
320
(1.42)

Location of
Fasteners

1 Allowable load based on a safety factor of 5.0 in direction shown in Figure 7 above for attachment of deflection slip clip to 4000 psi Normal Weight Concrete Slab.
2 Allowable load based on a safety factor of 5.0 in direction shown in Figure 8 above for attachment of deflection slip clip to 3000 psi Lightweight Concrete Slab with
12 GA. sheet steel pour stop with minimum yield strength (Fy) of 33 ksi.
3 Testing based on deflection slip clips obtained in February 2007. Subsequent changes by the manufacturer to the deflection slip clip design may affect load values.
4 Allowable load values are for fasteners installed in concrete having the designated compressive strength at the time of installation.
5 Allowable load values are based off of the fixtures tested. Other members connected to the deflection slip clips must be investigated in accordance with accepted
design criteria.
6 Spacing of fasteners are subsequent to the design of each deflection slip clip and the location of any pre-drilled holes.
7 For edge distance and base material thickness requirements, reference Section 3.2.1.1.4.
8 Allowable values are for loads applied perpendicular to the edge of the concrete.
9 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

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Figure 9 - Steel
Allowable Loads for Attachment of Cold-Formed Steel Deflection Slip Clips with X-U Universal Powder-Actuated
Fasteners to Minimum ASTM A36 (Fy 36 ksi; Fu 58 ksi) Steel 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8
Clip Type

Number of
Fasteners

Fastener

Allowable Load
lb (kN)

740
(3.29)
1490
(6.63)
2115
(9.41)
510
(2.27)
610
(2.71)
870
(3.87)
970
(4.31)
1105
(4.92)
1300
(5.78)
715
(3.18)
940
(4.18)
1055
(4.69)

2
Verticlip SLB600
(14 GA.)

X-U 16

3
4
2

WSC 950
(16 GA.)

X-U 16

3
4
2

WSC 1500
(12 GA.)

X-U 16

3
4
2

FCSC
(14 GA.)

X-U 16

Location of
Fasteners

3
4

1 Allowable load based on a variable safety factor in accordance with Section F of AISI - North American Specification for the Design of Cold Formed Steel
Structural Members, 2007 Edition.
2 Testing based on deflection slip clips developed in February 2007. Subsequent changes by the deflection slip clip manufacturer to the clip design may affect
load values.
3 Allowable load values are based off of the connections tested. Steel members connected to the deflection slip clips must be investigated in accordance with
accepted design criteria.
4 Spacing of the fasteners depends on the specific deflection slip clip and location of pre-drilled holes in the deflection slip clip.
5 For edge distance and base material thickness requirements reference Section 3.2.1.2.2.
6 Allowable load values are for loads applied perpendicular to the edge of the base steel member.
7 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
8 Allowable load values are based off of testing into 1/4" ASTM A36 structural steel.

3.2.4.5 Ordering Information


Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

Packaging Qty

X-U 16 P8TH
X-U 19 P8TH
X-U 27 P8TH
X-U 32
X-U 15
EDS 19 P10
EDS 22 P10
DS 27 P10
DS 32 P10

5/8 (16)
3/4 (19)
1 (27)
1-1/4 (32)
5/8 (16)
3/4 (19)
7/8 (22)
1 (27)
1-1/4 (32)

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.145 (3.7)
0.177 (4.0)
0.177 (4.0)
0.177 (4.0)
0.177 (4.0)

Plastic 8 mm tophat or collated


Plastic 8 mm tophat or collated
Plastic 8 mm tophat or collated
Plastic 8 mm tophat or collated
Plastic 8 mm tophat or collated
Plastic 10 mm
Plastic 10 mm
Plastic 10 mm
Plastic 10 mm

100 pcs / box


100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box
100 pcs / box

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X-GPN 37 MX Plywood Fastening System 3.2.5


3.2.5.1 Product Description
The Hilti X-GPN 37 MX plywood
fastening system is a knurled shank
fastener designed as an optimal
solution for the attachment of structural
wood panel materials such as plywood,
and OSB (Oriented Strand Board) to
cold-formed steel framing in wood
flooring systems (14-16 gauge base
steel only), parapet walls, siding,
roofing (14-16 gauge base steel only)
and shear wall assemblies*. The
X-GPN 37 fastener is installed with
a Hilti GX-120 gas-actuated tool,
increasing reliability, accuracy and
productivity. Hilti X-GPN 37 fasteners
have a shank diameter of 0.102 inch
(2.60 mm) and a shank length of 37 mm
(1-1/2 inches). The X-GPN 37 is collated
in strips of 10 to improve productivity
with the Hilti GX-120 tool. The fastener
shank has a twist knurling geometry that
increases the strength of wood to coldformed steel connections.

Product Features:
0.102 inch (2.60 mm) shank
diameter for optimal penetration
through structural wood panels
and into cold-formed steel base
materials

3.2.5.1

Product Description

3.2.5.2

Material Specifications

3.2.5.3

Technical Data

3.2.5.4

Ordering Information

Unique knurling geometry for


improved reliability and load
performance
One fastener length covers most
common wood panel to coldformed steel applications
Increased productivity using the
GX-120 gas-actuated tool
Wide application range
Use of X-GPN 37 fasteners
is limited to dry, interior,
non-corrosive locations.
Use of fasteners in contact
with preservative treated or fire
retardant treated wood is not
permitted.

Figure 1 - X-GPN 37 Fastener

3.2.5.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation

Fastener
Material

Fastener
Plating

X-GPN 37 MX

Carbon Steel

Electrogalvanized
Zinc

Base
Material
14-20 gauge
(68-33 mills)
CFS Member

Figure 2 - X-GPN 37 MX Fastener


X-GPN 37

3.2.5.3 Technical Data


Allowable Withdrawal Loads for X-GPN 37 Fasteners, pounds (N)1,4,5,6
Nominal Plywood
Thickness2 (in.)

Minimum Thickness of Cold Formed


Steel Framing3, gauge (mills)
20 (33)

16 (54)

14 (68)

3/8

17 (75)

51 (227)

95 (422)

95 (422)

15/32

17 (75)

54 (240)

114 (507)

114 (507)

19/32

17 (75)

54 (240)

114 (507)

114 (507)

18 (43)

Wood
Structural
Panel

Cold
Formed
Steel
Member
(CFS)

1 Allowable load safety factors determined in accordance with AISI-NAS, North American Specification
for the Design of Cold-formed Steel Structural Members, AISI S100-2007. To obtain LRFD withdrawal
capacities, the tabulated values must be multiplied by 1.6.
2 Data based on Structural 1 Plywood. Structural panel thicknesses shown are minimums. Thicker wood
structural panels may be used without any change in the withdrawal load data for the same type and
thickness cold-formed steel base materials.
3 Cold-formed steel framing thicknesses shown are minimums. Thicker steel may be used with no
change in withdrawal load data for the same type and size wood structural panel.
4 The allowable loads listed are for single fastener withdrawal resistance only. For shear wall technical
data, contact Hilti Technical Services at 1-877-749-6337 or HNATechnicalServices@hilti.com.
5 The fasteners must be installed a minimum of 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) from the edge of the plywood. The
minimum spacing between fasteners is 2 inches (51 mm).

Figure 3 - Installed X-GPN 37 Fastener

Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-Pending

6 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.


7 Not recommended for horizontal downward fastening applications such as flooring and roofing.

*Contact Hilti Technical Services at 1-877-749-6337 or HNATechnicalServices@hilti.com for Shear Wall Technical Data.
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3.2.5 X-GPN 37 MX Plywood Fastening System


Allowable Lateral Loads for X-GPN 37 Fasteners, pounds (N)1,4,5,6
Nominal Plywood
Thickness2 (in.)

Minimum Thickness of Cold Formed


Steel Framing3, gauge (mills)
20 (33)7

18 (43)7

16 (54)

14 (68)

3/8

87 (387)

134 (596)

155 (689)

170 (756)

15/32

87 (387)

138 (614)

158 (703)

188 (836)

19/32

87 (387)

150 (667)

158 (703)

200 (890)

1 Allowable load safety factors determined in accordance with AISI-NAS, North American Specification for the Design of Cold-formed Steel Structural Members,
AISI S100-2007. To obtain LRFD lateral capacities, the tabulated values must be multiplied by 1.6.
2 Data based on Structural 1 Plywood. Structural panel thicknesses shown are minimums. Thicker wood structural panels may be used without any change in the
lateral load data for the same type and thickness cold-formed steel base materials.
3 Cold-formed steel framing thicknesses shown are minimums. Thicker steel may be used with no change in lateral load data for the same type and size
wood structural panel.
4 The allowable loads listed are for single fastener lateral resistance only. For shear wall technical data, contact Hilti Technical Services at 1-877-749-6337 or
HNATechnicalServices@hilti.com.
5 The fasteners must be installed a minimum of 1 inch (25 mm) from the edge of the plywood in the direction of the load and 3/8" (9.5 mm) in the direction perpendicular to the load. The minimum spacing between fasteners is 2 inches (51 mm).
6 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
7 Not recommended for horizontal downward fastening applications such as flooring and roofing.

3.2.5.4 Ordering Informatiion


Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Guidance
Washer

Packaging
Quantity

X-GPN 37 MX

1-1/2 (37)

0.102 (2.60)

8 mm

750

Description

Package Content

X-GPN 37 MX

X-GPN 37 fasteners (750) and 1 gas canister

GX 120 Gas-Actuated System

Includes tool, detachable leg support, tool support, fastener pouch set, ear protectors, safety
glasses, cleaning cloth and operating instructions in an impact-resistant plastic tool box

GC-22 Gas Canister

Gas Canister for GX-120

HILTI GX-120 Tool

HILTI GC-22 Gas Canister


for GX-120

Hilti X-GPN 37 MX Fasteners


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Drywall Track Fastening Systems 3.2.6


3.2.6.1 Product Description
Hilti offers both powder-actuated and
gas-actuated systems for attaching
drywall track to concrete or steel.
Powder-actuated fastening systems
typically have more power than gasactuated fastening systems allowing
for higher application limits with various
base materials. Powder-actuated
fasteners range in length from 1/2" to
2-1/2" for a wide variety of applications
such as drywall track or attaching 2x4
wood members. Gas-actuated fastening
systems are focused on high volume
repetitive fastenings such as drywall
track to standard strength concrete or
steel (1/2" to 1-5/8" fastener length).

3.2.6.1

Product Description

3.2.6.2 Material Specifications

Product Features

3.2.6.3 Technical Data

Powder-actuated fasteners:
Shank diameters* of 0.145", 0.118",
0.138" or 0.157" are available
providing a variety of solutions
depending on application
requirements.
Knurled shank fasteners available
for steel applications.
Full range of fasteners either
collated or in single fastener
configurations to maximize
productivity.
Gas-actuated fasteners:
Shank diameter of 0.118" provides
ease of penetration in concrete
and steel.
Collated fastener offering for
high productivity in high volume
applications.
Ideally suited for interior (drywall
track), non-load bearing, nonstructural framing applications
in concrete or steel.

3.2.6.4 Ordering Information

Collated Track Fasteners for Concrete

Collated Track Fasteners for Steel

Track Fastener Track Fastener


with Metal
with Plastic
Top Hat"
Top Hat"
Washer
Washer

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2269 (X-U & X-U 15)
ESR-1752 (X-GN, X-EGN & X-GHP)
ESR-1663 (X-S13, X-S16, X-DW,
X-C 22 P8TH & X-C 20 THP)
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25675 (X-U & X-U 15)
RR 25662 (X-GN, X-EGN & X-GHP)
RR 25646 (X-S13, X-S16, X-DW,
X-C 22 P8TH & X-C 20 THP)

3.2.6.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation
X-S13 THP
X-S16
X-U 15

Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel

Fastener
Plating

X-DW

Carbon Steel

5 m Zinc1

X-C
X-EGN
X-GN

Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel

5 m Zinc
2-8 m Zinc
2-8 m Zinc

X-GHP

Carbon Steel

2-8 m Zinc

5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1
1

Base
Material
Steel
Steel
Steel
Concrete, Masonry
or Steel
Concrete or Masonry
Steel
Concrete or Masonry
High-Strength Concrete
or Steel

Powder-Actuated
or Gas-Actuated
Powder-Actuated
Powder-Actuated
Powder-Actuated
Powder-Actuated
Powder-Actuated
Gas-Actuated
Gas-Actuated
Gas-Actuated

1 ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III.


* X-U Universal Powder-Actuated fasteners with 0.157" shank diameter are also available for drywall track fastening and are discussed in more detail in Sections
3.2.3 and 3.2.4.
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3.2.6 Drywall Track Fastening Systems


3.2.6.3 Technical Data

Allowable Loads in Normal Weight Concrete1,2


Description

Fastener

Drywall
Track Fastener

X-C 22 P8TH

Drywall
Track Fastener

X-DW

Drywall Track
Gas Fastener

X-GN

Drywall Track
Gas Fastener

X-GHP

Shank
Minimum
Diameter* Embedment
in. (mm)
in. (mm)
0.138
(3.5)
0.118
(3.0)
0.118
(3.0)
0.118
(3.0)

2000 psi
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

Concrete Compressive Strength


4000 psi
6000 psi
Tension
Shear
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

3/4

(19)

55

(0.24)

130

(0.58)

90

(0.40)

170

(0.76)

5/8
3/4
3/4
1

(16)
(19)
(19)
(25)

20
60
95
115

(0.09)
(0.27)
(0.42)
(0.51)

55
65
120
220

(0.24)
(0.29)
(0.53)
(0.98)

45
90
95
115

(0.20)
(0.40)
(0.42)
(0.51)

55
65
120
220

(0.24)
(0.29)
(0.53)
(0.98)

5/8

(16)

50

(0.22)

120

(0.53)

50

(0.22)

90

(0.40)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

Allowable Loads in Minimum f'c = 3000 psi Structural Lightweight Concrete1,4


Description

Fastener

Drywall Track
Fastener

X-C 20 THP

Drywall Track
Fastener

X-C 22 P8TH

Drywall Track
Fastener

X-DW

Drywall Track
Gas Fastener

X-GN

Drywall Track
Gas Fastener

X-GHP

Shank
Minimum
Diameter* Embedment
in. (mm)
in. (mm)
0.138
(3.5)
0.138
(3.5)
0.118
(3.0)
0.118
(3.0)
0.118
(3.0)

Installed into Concrete


Tension
lb (kN)

Shear
lb (kN)

Fastener Location
Installed Through 3" Deep Metal Deck
into Concrete2,3
Tension lb (kN)
Shear
lb (kN)
Upper Flute
Lower Flute

5/8

(16)

55

(0.24)

110

(0.49)

55

(0.24)

110

(0.49)

3/4

(19)

110

(0.49)

220

(0.98)

120

(0.53)

60

(0.27)

260

(1.16)

3/4
1
3/4
1

(19)
(25)
(19)
(25)

100
165
115
170

(0.44)
(0.73)
(0.51)
(0.76)

180
210
140
220

(0.80)
(0.93)
(0.62)
(0.98)

70
165
75
155

(0.31)
(0.73)
(0.33)
(0.69)

35
110
85
160

(0.16)
(0.49)
(0.38)
(0.71)

170
270
175
255

(0.76)
(1.20)
(0.78)
(1.13)

5/8

(16)

60

(0.27)

140

(0.62)

60

(0.27)

60

(0.27)

175

(0.78)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 The steel deck profile is 3" deep composite floor deck with a thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358"). Figure 1 (Section 3.2.1.1.6) shows the nominal flute dimensions,
fastener locations, & load orientations for the deck profile.
3 Structural lightweight concrete fill above top of metal deck shall be a minimum of 3-1/4" deep.
4 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

Allowable Loads In Minimum fc = 3000 psi Structural Lightweight Concrete Over 1-1/2" Deep, B-Type Steel Deck1,4
Description
Drywall Track
Fastener
Drywall Track
Fastener
Drywall Track
Gas Fastener
Drywall Track
Gas Fastener

Shank
Diameter*
in. (mm)
0.138
X-C 22 P8TH
(3.5)
0.118
X-DW
(3.0)
0.118
X-GN
(3.0)
0.118
X-GHP
(3.0)
Fastener

Minimum
Embedment
in. (mm)

Fastener Location
Installed Through 1-1/2" Deep Metal Deck into Concrete2,3
Tension lb (kN)
Shear
lb (kN)
Upper Flute
Lower Flute

3/4

(19)

90

(0.40)

110

(0.49)

295

(1.31)

3/4
1
3/4
1

(19)
(25)
(19)
(25)

105
210
75
155

(0.47)
(0.93)
(0.33)
(0.69)

65
185
85
160

(0.29)
(0.82)
(0.38)
(0.71)

315
350
175
255

(1.40)
(1.56)
(0.78)
(1.13)

5/8

(16)

60

(0.27)

60

(0.27)

175

(0.78)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Steel deck profiles are 1-1/2" deep, B-type deck with a thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358"). Fasteners may be installed through the metal deck into lightweight
concrete having both nominal & inverted deck profile orientations with a minimum lower flute width of 1-3/4" or 3-1/2", respectively. Fasteners shall be placed
at centerline of deck flutes. Refer to Figures 2 & 3 (Section 3.2.1.1.6) for additional flute dimensions, fastener locations, and load orientations for both
deck orientations.
3 Structural lightweight concrete fill above top of metal deck shall be a minimum 2-1/2" deep.
4 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
* X-U Universal Powder-Actuated fasteners with 0.157" shank diameter are also available for drywall track fastening and are discussed in more detail in Sections
3.2.3 and 3.2.4.
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Allowable Loads in Concrete Masonry Units1,2,3,4,5,10
Fastener
Description
Drywall Track
Fasteners
Drywall Track
Gas Fastener
Drywall Track
Gas Fastener

Shank
Min.
Fastener
Diameter* Embed.
in. (mm) in. (mm)
0.118
1
X-DW
(3.0)
(25)
3/4
0.118
(19)
X-GN
(3.0)
1
(25)
0.118
5/8
X-GHP
(3.0)
(16)

Hollow CMU

Grout Filled CMU

Mortar Joint6

Face Shell6

Face Shell6

Mortar Joint6

Top of Grouted Cell8

Tension Shear Tension Shear7 Tension Shear Tension Shear7 Tension Shear9
lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN)
115
130
30
65
120
140
45
120
120
165
(0.51)
(0.58)
(0.13)
(0.29)
(0.53)
(0.62)
(0.20)
(0.53)
(0.53)
(0.73)
90
115
65
55
95
120
70
85
65
90
(0.40)
(0.51)
(0.29)
(0.24)
(0.42)
(0.53)
(0.31)
(0.38)
(0.29)
(0.40)
115
130
70
65
130
140
85
120
75
95
(0.51)
(0.58)
(0.31)
(0.29)
(0.58)
(0.62)
(0.38)
(0.53)
(0.33)
(0.42)
40
80
15
40
90
100
40
80
60
85
(0.18)
(0.36)
(0.07)
(0.18)
(0.40)
(0.44)
(0.18)
(0.36)
(0.27)
(0.38)

The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fastener only,
using a safety factor of 5.0 or higher calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must
be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed
in concrete masonry units conforming to ASTM C 90, Grade N, Type 1.
3 The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed
in concrete masonry units with mortar conforming to ASTM C 270, Type N.
4 The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed
in concrete masonry units with grout conforming to ASTM C 476, as
coarse grout.
5 No more than one low-velocity fastener may be installed in an individual
concrete masonry unit cell.
6 Fastener can be located anywhere on the face shell as shown in the figure
to the right.
7 Shear direction can be horizontal or vertical (Bed Joint or T-Joint) along
the CMU wall plane.
8 Fastener located in center of grouted cell installed vertically.
9 Shear can be in any direction.
10 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

T-Joint
Bed
Joint

1"

Concrete Masonry
Unit (CMU)

1"

Acceptance Locations (NON-SHADED AREAS) for Drywall


Track Fasteners in CMU Walls

Allowable Loads in Minimum ASTM A 36 (Fy 36 ksi; Fu 58 ksi) Steel1,2,6,7


Fastener Description
Standard Smooth Shank
Drywall Track Smooth Shank
w/Metal Top Hat Washer

Fastener
X-S13
X-S16 P8TH

Universal Knurled Shank

X-U 15

Drywall Track Smooth Shank

X-DW

Drywall Track Smooth Shank

Drywall Track Gas Fastener

X-EGN4
X-EGN3,4
X-GHP

Shank
Diameter*
in. (mm)
0.145
(3.7)
0.145
(3.7)
0.145
(3.7)
0.118
(3.0)
0.118
(3.0)
0.118
(3.0)
0.118
(3.0)

1/8

Steel Thickness (in.)


1/4
3/8

3/16

1/2

3/4

Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear
lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN)

140 300 300


(0.62) (1.33) (1.33)
250

(1.11)
155

(0.69)
240

(1.07)
140 270 220
(0.62) (1.20) (0.98)
220

(0.98)
125 230 170
(0.56) (1.02) (0.76)

450
(2.00)
530
(2.36)
395
(1.76)
400
(1.78)
275
(1.22)
315
(1.40)
245
(1.09)

300
(1.33)
330
(1.47)
230
(1.02)
320
(1.42)
225
(1.00)
260
(1.16)
200
(0.89)

450
(2.00)
575
(2.56)
395
(1.76)
425
(1.89)
320
(1.42)
375
(1.67)
230
(1.02)

300 450

(1.33) (2.00)
335 610 265 480

(1.49) (2.71) (1.18) (2.14)


5
5
5
420 450 365 500 365 4005
(1.87) (2.00) (1.62) (2.22) (1.62) (1.78)

280
(1.25)
280
(1.25)
250
(1.11)

375
(1.67)
400
(1.78)
255
(1.13)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance
with ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be in investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Low-velocity fasteners shall be driven to where the point of the fastener penetrates the steel base material in accordance with Section 3.2.1.2.3, except as noted
in this table.
3 Based on testing with Fy = 50 ksi base material.
4 X-EGN fasteners installed into 3/8" or thicker base steel require 0.320" minimum penetration depth.
5 Based upon minimum point penetration of 15/32".
6 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
7 Refer to guidelines for fastening to steel, Section 3.2.1.2, for application limits.
* X-U Universal Powder-Actuated fasteners with 0.157" shank diameter are also available for drywall track fastening and are discussed in more detail in Sections
3.2.3 and 3.2.4.
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3.2.6 Drywall Track Fastening Systems


Allowable Tensile Pullover and Shear Bearing Load Capacities for Light Steel Framing with Power-Driven Fasteners1,2,3,4
Fastener
Description*
0.118" shank with
Plastic Top Hat Washer
0.118" shank with
MX collation
0.138" shank with
Plastic Top Hat Washer
0.145" shank with
Plastic Top Hat Washer
0.145" shank with
Metal Top Hat Washer

Fastener

X-DW THP
X-DW, X-GN,
X-EGN, X-GHP
X-C 20 THP
X-S13 THP
X-S16 P8TH
X-U 15 P8TH

Head
Dia.
in.
(mm)
0.276
(7.0)
0.276
(7.0)
0.322
(8.2)
0.322
(8.2)
0.322
(8.2)

14 ga.

16 ga.

Sheet Steel Thickness


18 ga.
20 ga.
22 ga.

24 ga.

25/26 ga.

Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear
lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN)

650
(2.89)

635
(2.82)

860
(3.83)
985
(4.38)

685
(3.05)
685
(3.05)
940
(4.18)

715
(3.18)
720
(3.20)
940
(4.18)

410
(1.82)
325
(1.45)
490
(2.18)
490
(2.18)
785
(3.49)

390
(1.73)
390
(1.73)
465
(2.07)
515
(2.29)
685
(3.05)

300
(1.33)
265
(1.18)
360
(1.60)
360
(1.60)
625
(2.78)

335
(1.49)
335
(1.49)
375
(1.67)
440
(1.96)
550
(2.45)

250
(1.11)
250
(1.11)
300
(1.33)
300
(1.33)
510
(2.27)

235
(1.05)
235
(1.05)
265
(1.18)
310
(1.38)
465
(2.07)

170
(0.76)
170
(0.76)
205
(0.91)
205
(0.91)
390
(1.73)

185
(0.82)
185
(0.82)
200
(0.89)
235
(1.05)
365
(1.62)

100
(0.44)
100
(0.44)
120
(0.53)
120
(0.53)
335
(1.49)

125
(0.56)
125
(0.56)
130
(0.58)
145
(0.64)
315
(1.40)

1 Allowable load values are based on a safety factor of 3.0 in accordance with the AISI NASPEC, 2007 edition.
2 Allowable pullover capacities of sheet steel should be compared to the allowable fastener tensile load capacities in concrete, steel, and masonry to
determine controlling resistance load.
3 Allowable shear bearing capacities of sheet steel should be compared to allowable fastener shear capacities in concrete, steel or masonry to determine
controlling resistance load.
4 Data is based on the following minimum sheet steel properties, Fy = 33 ksi, Fu = 45 ksi (ASTM A 653 material).

3.2.6.4 Ordering Information


Powder-Actuated (Concrete)
Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank *
in. (mm)

Washer

Packaging Qty

X-C 20 THP
X-C 22 TH
X-C 20 MX
X-DW 20 THP
X-DW 20 MX

3/4 (20)
7/8 (22)
3/4 (20)
3/4 (20)
3/4 (20)

0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)

8 mm plastic tophat
8 mm metal tophat
Collated
8 mm plastic tophat
Collated

1000 pcs/box
1000 pcs/box
1000 pcs/box
1000 pcs/box
1000 pcs/box

Powder-Actuated (Steel)
Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank *
in. (mm)

Washer

Packaging Qty

X-S13 THP
X-S13 MX
X-U 15 TH
X-U 15 MX
X-S16 TH

1/2 (13)
1/2 (13)
5/8 (16)
5/8 (16)
5/8 (16)

0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)

8 mm plastic tophat
Collated
8 mm metal tophat
Collated
8 mm metal tophat

100 or 1000 pcs/box


100 or 1000 pcs/box
1000 pcs/box
1000 pcs/box
1000 pcs/box

Gas-Actuated (Concrete)
Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

Packaging Qty

X-GN 20 MX
X-GN 27 MX
X-GN 32 MX
X-GN 39 MX
X-GHP 18 MX
X-GHP 20 MX

3/4 (20)
1 (27)
1-1/4 (32)
1-5/8 (39)
11/16 (18)
3/4 (20)

0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)

Collated
Collated
Collated
Collated
Collated
Collated

750 pcs/box
750 pcs/box
750 pcs/box
750 pcs/box
750 pcs/box
750 pcs/box

Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

Packaging Qty

X-EGN 14 MX (steel)
X-GHP 18 MX
X-GHP 20 MX

1/2 (14)
11/16 (18)
3/4 (20)

0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)
0.118 (3.0)

Collated
Collated
Collated

750 pcs/box
750 pcs/box
750 pcs/box

Gas-Actuated (Steel)

* X-U Universal Powder-Actuated fasteners with 0.157" shank diameter are also available for drywall track fastening and are discussed in more detail in Sections
3.2.3 and 3.2.4.
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Sill Plate Fastening Systems 3.2.7


3.2.7.1 Product Description
The 2-7/8" Hilti X-CF, X-CP and X-CR-L
fasteners are specifically designed for
attaching wood sill plates to concrete
substrates. Hilti offers a suitable
fastener for all sill plate application
conditions. The carbon steel thick
coated X-CP 72 P8S23 fastener
together with the SAE 316 X-CR-L 72
P8S23 fastener complement the Hilti
powder-actuated fastener portfolio
specifically for sill plate applications
where pressure treated lumber is
being used.

Product Features and Benefits


Fasteners for use with chemical
pressure treated lumber (X-CP
and X-CR-L).

3.2.7.1

Product Description

3.2.7.2

Material Specifications

3.2.7.3

Technical Data

3.2.7.4

Ordering Information

Pre-assembled washer for fast


and reliable installation.
Washer clearly stamped with material/coating for easy inspection.
X-CP: Additional plastic insert
to minimize coating damage
during installation.

Both the X-CP and X-CR-L fasteners are


suitable for use with pressure treated
lumber sill plates. Reference General
Guidelines on top of following page for
fastener recommendation dependent
on environment conditions and lumber
type used. Both fasteners have a premounted 0.905" (23 mm) 16 gauge
washer for fast and reliable installation.
The carbon steel thick coated X-CP
fastener has an additional plastic
washer that minimizes coating damage
by the washer during installation. These
sill plate fasteners are suitable for use
with Hiltis powder-actuated tools
and cartridges.

X-CF

X-CP

X-CR-L

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2379
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25708

Installed X-CR-L
fastener with 316"
clearly marked on
washer.

Installed X-CP
fastener with
A 153" clearly
marked on washer.

3.2.7.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation
X-CF 72 P8 S23

Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel

Washer
Material
Carbon Steel

X-CP 72 P8 S23

Carbon Steel

Carbon Steel

X-CR-L 72 P8 S23

SAE 316 SS

SAE 304 SS

Fastener
Plating
5 m Zinc1
Thick Mechanical Plated2
> 86 m
N/A

Washer
Plating
5 m Zinc1
Thick Mechanical Plated2
> 86 m
N/A

1 ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III.


2 Equivalent in corrosion resistance to ASTM A 153 HDG.

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3.2.7 Sill Plate Fastening Systems


General Guidelines for Untreated and Pressure-Treated Lumber1,2,3
Low

Medium

High

Environment

Indoor - Dry:
Untreated Lumber
with no moisture exposure

Indoor & Exterior - Dry:


Pressure Treated Lumber
with no moisture exposure

Indoor & Exterior - Wet:


Heavy industrial or coastal areas with
high prolonged moisture levels but no
direct exposure to chlorides, and average
temperatures below 86 F (30 C).

Wood Type

Untreated Lumber

SBX/DOT, Zinc borated ACQ,


CA-B,CBA-A treated
or untreated lumber

All wood types (Untreated lumber,


SBX/DOT, Zinc borated ACQ, CA-B,
CBA-A, ACZA)

Fastener

Carbon Steel, electro-galvanized


(min. 5 - 13 microns)

Carbon Steel, Thick Mechanical


Plated (Power Driven Fasteners
> 86 microns)

SAE 316 Stainless Steel

X-CP washer denoting


ASTM A 153 Corrosion Resistance

X-CR-L washer denoting the material


of the fastener SAE 316 Stainless Steel

Washer
Designation
Inspection
X-CF washer

1 If the moisture content of Pressure Treated Lumber is high (> 18 %) or unknown, stainless steel fasteners are recommended. Select appropriate stainless steel
grade for your application.
2 Guidelines based on fastener coating / material resistance to environmental corrosion (commonly called rusting"). Evaluate site conditions which may affect
these guidelines, such as: corrosive agents other than those listed; expected service life; other (non environmental) types of corrosion etc.
3 In highly corrosive environments (such as direct exposure to chlorides with average temperatures above 86 F (30 C)) it is generally recommended that a Highly
Corrosive Resistant (HCR) Fastener be used such as Hilti HAS HCR Adhesive Anchor Rods. Contact Hilti Technical Support for more information.

3.2.7.3 Technical Data


Allowable Loads for Sill Plate Fasteners Installed in Minimum f'c = 2,000 psi Normal Weight Concrete1,2,3
Fastener Designation

Shank Diameter
Washer Diameter
Fastener Length
in. (mm)
in. (mm)
in. (mm)
Interior Shear Wall or Interior Non-Shear Wall4

X-CF 72 P8 S23
X-CP 72 P8 S23
X-CR-L 72 P8 S23

0.145
0.145
0.145

(3.7)
(3.7)
(3.7)

X-CF 72 P8 S23
X-CP 72 P8 S23
X-CR-L 72 P8 S23

0.145
0.145
0.145

(3.7)
(3.7)
(3.7)

0.905 (23)
2-7/8
0.905 (23)
2-7/8
0.905 (23)
2-7/8
Exterior Shear Wall5
0.905 (23)
2-7/8
0.905 (23)
2-7/8
0.905 (23)
2-7/8

Tension
lb (kN)

Shear
lb (kN)

(72)
(72)
(72)

130
175
140

(0.58)
(0.78)
(0.62)

210
250
155

(0.93)
(1.11)
(0.69)

(72)
(72)
(72)

130
165
140

(0.58)
(0.73)
(0.62)

165
95
130

(0.73)
(0.42)
(0.58)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood sill plates connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
3 Allowable load values are for attachment of nominal 2x lumber with the steel washer bearing on the top surface of the wood.
4 These allowable load values based on testing performed at a minimum 2-3/4" edge distance (i.e. middle of slab).
5 These allowable load values based on testing performed at 1-3/4" edge distance.

3.2.7.4 Ordering Information


Fastener Description
Carbon Steel - 5 m Zinc

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer
in. (mm)

Packaging Qty

X-CF 72 P8 S23

2-7/8 (72)

0.145 (3.7)

0.905 (23)

100 pcs. / box

X-CP 72 P8 S23

2-7/8 (72)

0.145 (3.7)

0.905 (23)

100 pcs. / box

X-CR-L 72 P8 S23

2-7/8 (72)

0.145 (3.7)

0.905 (23)

100 pcs. / box

Carbon Steel - Thick Mechanical Plated min. 86 m


Stainless Steel SAE 316 fastener / SAE 304 washer

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Stud Fasteners for Attachment to Concrete 3.2.8


3.2.8.1 Product Description
The Hilti threaded stud program is for
use with Hilti powder-actuated tools to
provide a fast and reliable solution for
making attachments to concrete base
materials. Threaded studs are available
in standard carbon steel or SAE 316
equivalent stainless steel for high
corrosion resistance in order to meet a
wide variety of application requirements.

3.2.8.1

The X-W6 and W10 threaded studs


have varying shank lengths to provide
reliable fastenings to standard and high
strength concrete. Thread diameters of
1/4" have thread lengths ranging from
1/2" through 1-1/2". The 3/8" thread
diameter has a single thread length
of 1-3/16".

Product Description

3.2.8.2 Material Specifications


3.2.8.3 Technical Data
3.2.8.4 Installation Instructions
3.2.8.5 Ordering Information

3.2.8.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation
X-W6
W10
X-CR W6

Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
SAE 316 Equivalent

Fastener
Plating
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1
N/A

1 ASTM B 633, SC1, Type III

X-W6

3.2.8.3 Technical Data


Fastener Designation

Thread Designation

X-W6-11-22
X-W6-11-27
X-W6-20-22
X-W6-20-27
X-W6-38-27
X-CR W6-11-27
X-CR W6-22-27
W10-30-27
W10-30-32
W10-30-42

UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 3/8-inch

Thread
Length

Thread Length
in.
(mm)
(11)
7/16
(11)
7/16
(20)
3/4
(20)
3/4
(38)
1-1/2
(11)
7/16
(22)
7/8
1-3/16 (30)
1-3/16 (30)
1-3/16 (30)

W10

X-CR W6

Listings/Approvals

Shank Length
in.
(mm)
(22)
7/8
1
(27)
(22)
7/8
1
(27)
1
(27)
1
(27)
1
(27)
1
(27)
(32)
1-1/4
(42)
1-5/8

ICC-ES (International Code Council)


ESR-1663
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25646
FM (Factory Mutual)
W10-30-27P10, W10-30-32P10 & W1030-42P10 Fasteners for Sprinkler Pipe
Hangers
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
W10-30-32P10 & W10-30-42P10,
Fasteners for Sprinkler Pipe Hangers

Shank
Length

Allowable Loads in Normal Weight Concrete1,2


Description

Fastener

Shank
Diameter

Minimum
Embedment

in. (mm)
0.145
(3.7)

in.
3/4
1
1
1-1/4
1-5/8

(mm)
(19)
(25)
(25)
(32)
(41)

Concrete Compressive Strength


2000 psi
4000 psi
Tension
Shear
Tension
Shear
lb
(kN)
lb
(kN)
lb
(kN)
lb
(kN)
40
(0.18)
55
(0.24)
40
(0.18)
55
(0.24)
85
(0.38)
195 (0.87)
110 (0.49)
225 (1.00)
85
(0.38)
95
(0.42)
100 (0.44)
105 (0.47)
175 (0.78)
345 (1.53)
200 (0.89)
380 (1.69)
285 (1.27)
380 (1.69)
385 (1.71)
395 (1.76)

(25)

85

1/420 Threaded Stud

X-W6

3/816 Threaded Stud

W10

0.205
(5.2)

1/420 Stainless Steel


Threaded Stud

X-CR W6

0.145
(3.7)

(0.38)

195

(0.87)

110

(0.49)

225

(1.00)

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ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

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3.2.8 Stud Fasteners for Attachment to Concrete


Allowable Loads in Minimum f'c = 3000 psi Structural Lightweight Concrete1,4
Fastener
Description

Fastener

Shank
Dia.
in. (mm)
0.145
(3.7)

1/420
Threaded Stud

X-W6

3/816
Threaded Stud

W10

0.205
(5.2)

1/420
Stainless Steel
Threaded Stud

X-CR W6

0.145
(3.7)

Min.
Embed.

Installed into Concrete

in.
3/4
1
1
1-1/4
1-5/8

(mm)
(20)
(25)
(25)
(32)
(41)

Tension
lb
(kN)
125 (0.56)
175 (0.78)
265 (1.18)
280 (1.25)
445 (1.98)

Shear
lb
(kN)
185 (0.82)
185 (0.82)
190 (0.85)
380 (1.69)
540 (2.40)

(25)

175

185

(0.78)

Fastener Location
Installed Through 3" Deep
Metal Deck into Concrete2,3
Tension lb (kN)
Shear
Upper Flute
Lower Flute
lb
(kN)
125 (0.56)
115 (0.54)
185 (0.82)
160 (0.71)
180 (0.80)
185 (0.82)
160 (0.71)

185 (0.82)
160 (0.71)
210 (0.93)
470 (2.09)
435 (1.93)
325 (1.45)
675 (3.00)

(0.82)

160

190

(0.71)

185

(0.85)

(0.82)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 The steel deck profile is 3" deep composite floor deck with a thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358"). Figure 1 (Section 3.2.1.1.6) shows the nominal flute dimensions,
fastener locations and load orientations for the deck profile.
3 Structural lightweight concrete fill above top of metal deck shall be a minimum of 3-1/4" deep.
4 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

Allowable Loads in Concrete Masonry Units1,2,3,4,5,8


Fastener
Description

Fastener

1/4-20 Threaded Stud

X-W6

Shank
Diameter
in. (mm)
0.145

Hollow CMU
Grout Filled CMU
Face Shell6
Mortar Joint6
Face Shell6
Mortar Joint6
Minimum
7
Embedment Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear7
lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN)
in. (mm)
1
105
175
80
110
125
175
135
150

(3.7)

(25)

(0.47)

The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fastener only,
using a safety factor of 5.0 or higher. Wood or steel members connected
to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design
criteria.

The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed
in concrete masonry units conforming to ASTM C 90, Grade N, Type 1.

The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed
in concrete masonry units with mortar conforming to ASTM C 270, Type N.

The tabulated allowable load values are for low-velocity fasteners installed
in concrete masonry units with grout conforming to ASTM C 476, as coarse
grout.

No more than one low-velocity fastener may be installed in an individual


concrete masonry unit cell.

Fastener can be located anywhere on the face shell or mortar joint as


shown in the figure to the right.

Shear direction can be horizontal or vertical (Bed Joint or T-Joint) along


the CMU wall plane.

Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

(0.78)

(0.36)

(0.49)

(0.56)

(0.78)

(0.60)

(0.67)

T-Joint
Bed
Joint

1"

1"

Concrete Masonry
Unit (CMU)

Acceptance Locations (NON-SHADED AREAS) for


Threaded Studs in CMU Walls

Allowable Bending Moments for Threaded Stud Fasteners


Installed in Minimum 2,000 psi Concrete1
Fastener Designation

Mrec ft-lb (Nm)

X-W6

3.6

(4.9)

W10

10.0

(13.6)

X-CR W6

3.2

(4.3)

1 Based on a safety factor greater than or equal to 2.0.


2 For more information on bending moments, reference Section 3.2.1.1.7.

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Stud Fasteners for Attachment to Concrete 3.2.8


3.2.8.4 Installation Instructions

Tmax

Press tip of fastener to concrete


base material. Drive fastener with
Hilti powder-actuated tool.

Ensure proper threaded stud


embedment.

Make attachment. Do not exceed


Maximum Tightening Torque, Tmax.

Maximum Tightening Torque, Tmax, for Threaded Studs


Driven into Concrete, ft-lb (Nm)
Stud Type
X-W6
3.0 (4.0)

W10
4.5 (6.0)

X-CR W6
3.0 (4.0)

3.2.8.5 Ordering Information


Fastener
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

X-W6-11-22 FP8

7/8 (22)
1 (27)

0.145 (3.7)

7/16 (11)

UNC 1/4-inch

8 mm plastic

100 pcs

0.145 (3.7)

7/16 (11)

UNC 1/4-inch

8 mm plastic

100 pcs

7/8 (22)
1 (27)

0.145 (3.7)

3/4 (20)

UNC 1/4-inch

8 mm plastic

100 pcs

X-W6-20-27 FP8

0.145 (3.7)

3/4 (20)

UNC 1/4-inch

8 mm plastic

100 pcs

X-W6-38-27 FP8

1 (27)

0.145 (3.7)

1-1/2 (38)

UNC 1/4-inch

8 mm plastic

100 pcs

X-W6-11-27 FP8
X-W6-20-22 FP8

Thread Length
in. (mm)

Thread

Guidance
Washer

Packaging
Quantity

X-W6-11-22 D12

7/8 (22)

0.145 (3.7)

7/16 (11)

UNC 1/4-inch

12 mm plastic

100 pcs

X-W6-20-22 D12

7/8 (22)
1 (27)

0.145 (3.7)

3/4 (20)

UNC 1/4-inch

12 mm plastic

100 pcs

0.145 (3.7)

3/4 (20)

UNC 1/4-inch

12 mm plastic

100 pcs

X-W6-20-27 D12
W10-30-27 P10

1 (27)

0.205 (5.2)

1-3/16 (30)

UNC 3/8-inch

10 mm plastic

100 pcs

W10-30-32 P10

1-1/4 (32)

0.205 (5.2)

1-3/16 (30)

UNC 3/8-inch

10 mm plastic

100 pcs

W10-30-42 P10

1-5/8 (42)

0.205 (5.2)

1-3/16 (30)

UNC 3/8-inch

10 mm plastic

100 pcs

X-CR W6-11-22 FP8

7/8 (22)
1 (27)

0.145 (3.7)

7/16 (11)

UNC 1/4-inch

8 mm plastic

100 pcs

0.145 (3.7)

7/16 (11)

UNC 1/4-inch

8 mm plastic

100 pcs

X-CR W6-11-27 FP8

X-W6

W10*

X-CR W6
* W10 threaded stud installation requires a 10mm fastener base plate.

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3.2.9 Stud Fasteners for Attachment to Steel


3.2.9.1

Product Description

3.2.9.1 Product Description

3.2.9.2

Material Specifications

3.2.9.3

Technical Data

3.2.9.4

Installation Instructions

3.2.9.5

Ordering Information

The Hilti threaded stud program is for


use with Hilti powder-actuated tools
to provide a fast and reliable solution
for making attachments to steel base
material in lieu of through bolting, screw
fastening, or stud welding. Threaded
studs are available in SAE 316 stainless
steel equivalent corrosion resistance or
carbon steel to meet a wide range of
application requirements when making

fastenings to steel greater than or equal


to 3/16". The X-EW6H and X-EW10H
threaded studs are hardened fasteners
with a unique knurled shank design
for improved penetration and high
tension and shear values in ASTM A
36 and higher grades of steel. Thread
diameters are 1/4", 3/8", and 8 mm with
thread lengths ranging from 3/8"
to 1-1/2".

3.2.9.2 Material Specifications


X-EW6H
X-EW10H

X-CRM8

X-BT W6*
X-BT W10*
X-BT M8*

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2347
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25684
FM (Factory Mutual)
X-EW10H and X-EW6H
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
X-EW10H and X-EW6H
ABS (American Bureau of Shipping)
Lloyds Register
GL (Germanischer Lloyd)
DNV

Fastener
Designation
X-EW6H
X-EW10H
X-CRM8
X-BT W6*
X-BT W10*
X-BT M8*

Fastener
Plating
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

1 ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III


2 Equivalent corrosion resistance to SAE 316 stainless steel

3.2.9.3 Technical Data


Threaded Steel Stud Specification Table
Designation

Thread
Designation

X-EW6H-11-9

UNC 1/4-inch

Thread
Length
in.
(mm)
7/16 (11)

X-EW6H-20-9

UNC 1/4-inch

3/4

(20)

Shank
Length
in.
(mm)
(9)
3/8
3/8

(9)

Threaded Stud Stand-Off,


hNVS
in. (mm)
3/8 1/2 (9.5 - 12.5)
23/32 27/32 (18.5 - 21.5)

X-EW6H-28-9

UNC 1/4-inch

1-1/8

(28)

3/8

(9)

1-1/16 1-5/32 (26.5 - 29.5)

X-EW6H-38-9

UNC 1/4-inch

1-1/2

(38)

3/8

(9)

1-7/16 1-9/16 (36.5 - 39.5)

UNC 3/8-inch 1-3/16 (30)


Metric 8 mm
(9)
3/8
Metric 8 mm
(15)
5/8

9/16

(14)

1-3/32 1-7/32 (28.0 - 31.0)

1/2

(12)

7/16 19/32 (11.0 15.0)

1/2

(12)

5/8 25/32 (16.0 20.0)

(24)

1/4

(6)

1 1-1/16 (25.7 26.8)

X-BT M8-15-6*

UNC 1/4-inch 15/16


Metric 8 mm
5/8

(15)

1/4

(6)

5/8 11/16 (15.7 - 16.8)

X-BT W10-24-6*

UNC 3/8-inch 15/16

(24)

1/4

(6)

1 1-1/16 (25.7 26.8)

X-EW10H-30-14
X-CRM8-9-12
X-CRM8-15-12
X-BT W6-24-6*

Thread
Length

Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
SAE 316 Stainless Steel2
SAE 316 Stainless Steel2
SAE 316 Stainless Steel2
SAE 316 Stainless Steel2

hNVS

Shank
Length

Thread and
Shank Length

Threaded Stud
Stand-off (hNVS)

* Innovative blunt-tip X-BT fasteners are discussed in more detail in Section 3.2.10
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Stud Fasteners for Attachment to Steel 3.2.9


Allowable Loads in Minimum ASTM A 36 (Fy 36 ksi; Fu 58 ksi) Steel1,2
Steel Thickness in. (mm)

Shank
Diameter
in. (mm)

Stud Type

X-EW6H

0.145

X-EW10H

0.205

3/16 (4.8)
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

(3.7)

1/4 (6.4)
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

3/8 (9.5)
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

1/2 (12.7)
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

3/4 (19.1)
Tension
Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

360

500

500

600

500

600

500

600

(1.60)

(2.22)

(2.22)

(2.67)

(2.22)

(2.67)

(2.22)

(2.67)

970

1000

1100

1100

1100

1100

800

800

(4.31)

(4.45)

(4.89)

(4.89)

(4.89)

(4.89)

(3.56)

(3.56)

405

405

405

405

405

405

(1.80)

(1.80)

(1.80)

(1.80)

(1.80)

(1.80)

(5.2)

X-CRM8

0.157

(4.0)

X-BT3
W6/W10/M8

0.177

(4.5)

245

425

405

585

405

585

405

585

(1.09)

(1.89)

(1.80)

(2.60)

(1.80)

(2.60)

(1.80)

(2.60)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity threaded studs only, using a factor of safety that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with AC70. Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Tabulated allowable load values based upon embedment in steel such that threaded stud stand-off, hNVS, complies with the Threaded Steel Stud Specification
Table.
3 To prevent through penetration or damage to coatings on the base steel, a minimum base steel thickness of 5/16" is required for X-BT threaded studs. Load
values provided for 3/8" base steel thickness are also valid for 5/16" base steel thickness. For further information, reference Section 3.2.10.

Allowable Bending Moments For Threaded Stud


Fasteners Installed in Minimum ASTM A 36 Steel1
Fastener Nomenclature

Mrec ft-lb (Nm)

X-EW6H

2.2

(3.0)

X-EW10H

6.5

(8.8)

X-CRM8

4.0

(5.5)

X-BT W6/W10/M8

6.0

(8.2)

1 Based on a safety factor greater than or equal to 2.0.


2 For more information on bending mements, reference Section 3.2.1.2.7.

3.2.9.4 Installation Instructions

Tmax
hNVS

Press tip of fastener to steel material.


Drive fastener with Hilti powder-
actuated tool.

Ensure proper threaded stud stand-off.

Make attachment. Do not exceed


Maximum Tightening Torque, Tmax.

Note: Installation instructions for innovative blunt-tip X-BT fasteners are provided in Section 3.2.10.4

Maximum Tightening Torque, Tmax, for Threaded Studs Driven into Steel, ft-lb (Nm)
Stud Type
X-EW6H
3.0

(4.1)

X-EW10H
11.0

(14.9)

X-CRM8
6.0

(8.1)

X-BT*
W6, W10 & M8
6.0
(8.1)

*Innovative blunt-tip X-BT fasteners are installed with a Hilti DX-351BT powder-actuated tool and discussed in more detail in Section 3.2.10.
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3.2.9.5 Ordering Information
Fastener
Description
X-EW6H-38-9FP8
X-EW6H-38-9P12
X-EW6H-28-9FP8
X-EW6H-28-9P12
X-EW6H-20-9FP8
X-EW6H-20-9P12
X-EW6H-11-9FP8
X-EW6H-11-9P12
X-EW10H-30-14P10
X-BT W6-24-6 SN12-R*
X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R*
X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R*
X-CRM8-15-12-P8
X-CRM8-15-12-FP10
X-CRM8-9-12-P8
X-CRM8-9-12-FP10

Shank Length
in. (mm)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
9/16 (14)
1/4 (6)
1/4 (6)
1/4 (6)
12 (12)
12 (12)
12 (12)
12 (12)

Shank
in. (mm)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.205 (5.2)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

Thread Length
in. (mm)
1-1/2 (38)
1-1/2 (38)
1-1/8 (28)
1-1/8 (28)
3/4 (20)
3/4 (20)
7/16 (11)
7/16 (11)
1-3/16 (30)
15/16 (24)
15/16 (24)
5/8 (15)
5/8 (15)
5/8 (15)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)

Thread
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 3/8-inch
Metric 8 mm
Metric 8 mm
Metric 8 mm
Metric 8 mm
Metric 8 mm

Guidance
Washer
8 mm plastic
12 mm plastic
8 mm plastic
12 mm plastic
8 mm plastic
12 mm plastic
8 mm plastic
12 mm plastic
10 mm plastic
12 mm steel
12 mm steel
12 mm steel
8 mm plastic
10 mm plastic
8 mm plastic
10 mm plastic

Packaging
Quantity
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs

X-EW6H & X-EW10H

X-CRM8

X-BT 4000-A Drill & TX-BT Step Drill Bit

X-BT 351 BT Tool & Brown Cartridge Strip

X-BT*

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X-BT Fastening Systems 3.2.10


3.2.10.1 Product Description

3.2.10.1 Product Description

The Hilti X-BT Fastening System is an


innovative method of fastening to prepainted steel without damaging the
surface coating. The system consists of
a Hilti powder-actuated tool equipped
with specially adapted fastener guides
for use with X-BT threaded studs.
The X-BT fasteners are stainless steel
threaded studs available with thread
diameters 8 mm, 1/4" (W6) and 3/8"
(W10). The stud, with or without sealing
washer, is cleanly set in a small predrilled hole in the base steel. The
X-BT system is designed to work on
carbon steels as thin as 5/16" (8 mm)
without through-penetration or damage
to surface coatings eliminating time
consuming surface preparation and
rework (such as with welding).

Product Features and Benefits

The X-BT M8 threaded stud, in


conjunction with the X-FCM grating
disks, can be used to fasten grating to a
variety of different steel shapes (Refer to
Section 3.4.2.). The larger W10 threaded
fasteners can be used to support cable/
conduit connectors and trays, piping,
channels, instrumentation, lighting
fixtures, signage, junction boxes, and
other fastenings to steel.

05090 Metal Fastenings

3.2.10.2 Material Specifications

3.2.10.5 Ordering Information

Durable: Highly corrosion resistant


stainless steel. Fusion to base steel
resulting in high load capacities
compared to similar methods of
fastening.
Flexible: Works on most steel
shapes and thicknesses down to
5/16" (8mm), ideal for both mild
and high strength carbon steel
base materials.

X-BT W6, X-BT W10, X-BT M8

Listings/Approvals

Blunt-tip (X-BT), powder-actuated,


1/4", 3/8" [or M8] threaded stud,
manufactured by Hilti for attaching items
to coated/uncoated carbon steels having
base material thickness greater than or
equal to 5/16". Contact a manufacturers
representative from Hilti to provide
installation training to the operators at
the project site.

0.945" [24]

1.232" [31.3]

6/$

X-BT W10-24-6-R

M8

0.472"

0.177"
[4.5]

0.630"
[16]

X-BT W10-24-6
SN12-R


<>

X-BT W6-24-6
SN12-R

0.177"
[4.5]

0.839"
[21.3]


<>

UNC
3/8"

0.177"
[4.5]

[ 12]



0.551"
[14]

1 SN12-R and sealing washer only found on


X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R, X-BT W6-24-6 SN12-R
and X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R.

UNC
3/8"

0.472"

0.839"
[21.3]

High Corrosion Resistant


205 (1400)
Stainless Steel
Threaded
X2CrNiMo
110 (750)
17132
Sleeve
SN12-R
X5CrNiMo
110 (750)
17-12-2+2H
Washer
Elastomer, black resistant
Sealing
to: UV, salt water, water,
N/A
Washer
ozone, oils, etc.
Shank

<>

Tensile
Strength, Fu
ksi (N/mm2)

1.024" [26]

Guide Specification

1.232" [31.3]

ICC-ES (International Code Council)


ESR-2347
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25684
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
X-BT W10 with sealing washers for use
as Grounding Studs
Note: UL listing does not include
X-BT W6, X-BT M8 or any X-BT studs
without sealing washers
ABS (American Bureau of Shipping)
Lloyds Register
GL (Germanischer Lloyd)
DNV

Simple: Easy to use portable


system requiring no electrical
cords or heavy equipment.

<>

Material Designation

3.2.10.4 Installation Instructions

Fast: 100 studs per hour can be


easily set by one user.

3.2.10.2 Material Specifications


Part

3.2.10.3 Technical Data

Efficient: No through penetration of


base material eliminating rework
of the base steel coating.

M8

0.177"
[4.5]

X-BT M8-15-6-R

[ 12]

X-BT M8-15-6
SN12-R
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3.2.10.3 Technical Data
Allowable Loads in 5/16" Steel 1,2,3
Minimum
ASTM A 36 steel
405 (1.8)
585 (2.6)
6 (8.1)
6 (8.1)

Load Type
Tension, lb (kN)
Shear, lb (kN)
Moment, ft-lb (Nm)
Torque, ft-lb (Nm)

Minimum
Grade 50 steels
515 (2.3)
765 (3.4)
6 (8.1)
6 (8.1)

Detailing:
Spacing: 5/8" (15 mm)
Edge Distance: 1/4" (6 mm)
1/4"

5/8"

5/8"

5/16"

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the X-BT fastener only, using a safety factor of 5.0.
Wood or steel members connected to the substrate must be investigated in accordance with
accepted design criterion.
2 Minimum edge distance and minimum spacing are 1/4" and 5/8", respectively.
3 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

1/4"

Technical Information for use of X-BT as Grounding Stud 1,2,3


Fastener

Maximum
Copper or
Aluminum
Wire

Minimum Base
Steel Thickness
in. (mm)

6 AWG
(16 mm2)

5/16
(8)

X-BT W10 SN12-R

Grounding
Connectors
Ring Terminated
Copper or
Aluminum
Conductors

1 Additional information for installation of X-BT when used as a grounding stud can be found on
page 58.
2 Information based upon Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listing from testing conducted per Standard UL 467, Grounding and Bonding Equipment with a maximum ambient temperature of 212F
(100C) with a permanent current of less than 60 amps.
3 Selection, design and evaluation of the electrical wire and connectors for the given grounding application and intended use is the responsibility of the electrical engineer.

X-BT Fastener Selection

unless indicated otherwise, dimensions in. (mm)


hNVS2
%

1.055 ( 26.8)

X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R

M8

0.661 ( 16.8)

For use in uncoated steel


X-BT W10-24-6-R
X-BT M8-15-6-R1

3/8

1.055 ( 26.8)

M8

0.661 ( 16.8)

hNVS

1.055 ( 26.8)

hNVS

1/4
3/8

NN
<>

X-BT W6-24-6 SN12-R


X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R

I /74

For use in coated steel or HDG

hNVS

in. (mm)

0.059"

ca. 1.5 mm

Designation

X-BT W6-24-6
SN12-R

X-BT W10-24-6
SN12-R
or X-BT M8-15-6
SN12-R

X-BT W10-24-6-R
or X-BT M8-15-6-R

1 If used on coated steel, rework of the coating is required, due to no


sealing washer.
2 Maximum value allowable. May vary by -0.043" (-1.1 mm.)

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X-BT Fastening Systems 3.2.10


3.2.10.4 Installation Instructions

1. Mark location for


each fastening

2. Pre-drill with TX-BT


4/7 step shank drill
bit

3. Drive fastener into


drilled hole only
with DX351-BT/
BTG tool and Hilti
6.8/11M High
Precision brown
cartridge. High
precision cartridge
is a cartridge with
a specific energy
level and a narrow
energy band.

4. Put on material to
be fastened, washer
and nut

5. Tighten using an
electric screw driver
with torque clutch
or torque wrench.

Installation Details

Adjust power on the DX351-BT/BTG


so that the fastener stand-off, hNVS, is:
hNVS

X-BT W6 & W10

1.012"1.055" (25.726.8 mm)

X-BT M8

0.618"0.661" (15.716.8 mm)

Before fastener
installation:

The drilled hole must


be clear of liquids and
debris. Area around
drilled hole must be free
from liquids and debris.

2 NO

debris

NO
water,
oil, etc.

hNVS

Fastener

hNVS

Pre-drill until shoulder


grinds a shiny ring (to
assure proper drilling
depth).

Proper compression of the sealing washer must be


achieved.

Power regulation guide to check fastener stand-off


available from Hilti.

Tightening torque,
Tmax = 6 ft-lb (8 Nm)
Hilti Tool
SF 121-A
SF 22-A
SF 144-A
SF 150-A
SF 180-A

Torque Setting1
11
9
9
9
8

Tmax

1 Guideline setting only. Set clutch


to appropriate setting to obtain
desired torque.

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3.2.10 X-BT Fastening Systems


Additional Installation Information for use of X-BT as Grounding Stud

Typical installation of X-BT as grounding stud

Typical parts list for grounding application


1. X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R fastener.
2. Hex jam nut 3/8-16, alloy group 2 (316SS) according
to ASTM F 594.
3. Regular helical spring lock washer according to B18.12.1, 316
stainless steel according to SAE J405.

1
2
3
4

4. Type A plain washer according to ANSI B18.22.1, material


according to ASTM AZ4D type 316.
Note: Additional grounding connector as described in Technical
Data required.

X-BT 4000-A Drill & TX-BT Step Drill Bit

X-BT 351 BT Tool & Brown Cartridge Strip

X-BT

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X-BT Fastening Systems 3.2.10


3.2.10.5 Ordering Information
X-BT Stainless Steel Threaded Studs *
Shank diameter 0.177" (4.5 mm), sealing washer diameter 1/2" (12 mm)
Thread
Diameter

M8
W6
W10

Thread Length Package Ordering


in. (mm)
Contents Designation

100
100
100

5/8 (15)
15/16 (24)
15/16 (24)

X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R


X-BT W6-24-6 SN12-R
X-BT W10-24-6 SN12-R

Box includes: 100 studs, 1 power regulation guide, 1 coating protector, 1 TX-BT step drill bit
* X-BT stainless steel threaded studs also available without sealing washer on request by special order

TX-BT Step Drill Bits *


4 mm drill bit diameter, 7.2 mm drilling depth
Overall Length
in. (mm)

Package Ordering
Contents Designation

10
10

3-1/8 (80)
4-5/16 (110)

TX-BT 4/7 - 80 drill bit


TX-BT 4/7 - 110 drill bit

* 150 mm length bits available upon request by special order

Cartridges
(in magazine strips of 10)
Color
Code

Package Ordering
Contents Designation

Brown

100

6.8/11M high precision" brown cartridge

high precision" is a narrow energy band at a specific energy level

Tool Sets
For Use
with

Package Ordering
Contents Designation

W6 & W10
M8

1
1

X-BT Set
X-BTG Set

Set includes: 1 DX 351 BT or BTG powder-actuated tool, 1 BT cleaning kit, 1 XBT 4000-A cordless drill, 1
charger, 2 batteries, 1 information sheet, 1 spray lube, 3 operating instructions, packed complete in a Hilti
toolbox.

Individual Tools
For Use
with

Package Ordering
Contents Designation

W6 & W10

DX 351 BT powder-actuated tool

M8

DX 351 BTG powder-actuated tool

X-BT

XBT 4000-A drill

Supplied in an impact-resistant plastic toolbox with cleaning kit, ear protectors, safety goggles, Hilti spray
lubricant and operating instructions, info sheet.
Supplied in an impact-resistant plastic toolbox with cleaning kit, ear protectors, safety goggles, Hilti spray
lubricant and operating instructions, info sheet.
Supplied in a cardboard box with operating instructions. Battery and charger sold separately.

XBT 4000-A Drill Accessories


Package
Contents

Ordering
Designation

1
1
1
1

X-BT CD 18/24 centering device for grating applications


C 7/24 Standard Charger
SFB185 18 volt, 3 amp battery pack
Belt adapter SFB 180/185 BAP

DX 351 BT/BTG Spare Parts


Package
Contents

10
1
1
1
1

For use with:


Ordering
DX 351 BT DX 351 BTG Designation

X-351 BT Coating protector


X-351 BT FG G fastener guider
X-351 BT FG W1024 fastener guide
X-351 BT P1024 piston
X-351 BT PG piston

DX 351 BT/BTG Powder-Actuated Tool Accessories


Package
Contents

Ordering
Designation

Cleaning kit DX 351 BT

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3.2.11.1 Product Description

3.2.11.1 Product Description

3.2.11.2 Material Specifications

X-HS & X-HS MX Hangers


Threaded rod hangers available with pre-mounted
fasteners (X-HS W6 and X-HS W10) or without
pre-mounted fasteners (X-HS W6 MX) for use with
magazine tools. For attachment of 1/4" (W6) or
3/8" (W10) threaded rods to concrete or steel.

3.2.11.3 Technical Data


3.2.11.4 Installation Instructions
3.2.11.5 Ordering Information

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2795 (X-HS)
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25826 (X-HS)
FM (Factory Mutual)
W10-30-27P10, W10-30-32P10,
W10-30-42P10, EW10-30-15P10,
X-EW10H & X-EW6H, X-HS fasteners
for sprinkler pipe hangers
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
X-ECH, X-EKB and X-ECT hangers
for wire positioning devices
W10-30-32P10, W10-30-42P10 &
X-EW10H & X-EW6H, EW10-30-15P10
fasteners for sprinkler pipe hangers
Cable and Conduit Hardware Hangers
X-HS W6, X-HS W10 & X-RH

Threaded Studs with Couplers


For attachment of 1/4" (X-W6) or 3/8" (W10)
threaded rods to concrete or steel. More
information on Threaded Studs can be found in
Sections 3.2.8 and 3.2.9
X-RH Rod Hanger
For suspending telecommunications, electrical
cable or conduit from concrete ceilings or steel
members. It may be used to support smooth or
threaded 1/4" diameter rod. The product is UL/cUL
listed and plenum rated per NEC requirements. It
meets ANSI/TIA/EIA-568-A/-569-A and UL 2239
standards for cable and conduit support devices.
Center-to-center spacing for hangers shall not
exceed 5-0".
X-ECH Cable Holder
For suspending telecommunication or electrical
cable from concrete or steel. UL/cUL listed,
plenum rated (for air handling spaces) per the
requirements of UL1565, CAN/CSA C22.2
No. 18.5-02, and National Electric Code Sec.
300-22 (c)(d)

Threaded and Smooth Rod Hangers

X-EKB MX Cable Clamps


For telecommunications and premise wiring
applications. Cable clamp attached directly to
base material designed to support multiple cables
approximately 1/4" in diameter.
X-ECT Cable Tie Fastener
For telecommunications and premise wiring
applications. Cable or conduit support using an
adjustable cable tie to secure cable or pipe.
X-BX/EMTC & X-BX/EMTC MX Thin Wall
Conduit Clips
Thin wall conduit clips available in thicker premium
grade (BX/EMTC) or in thinner standard grade
(X-BX/EMTC) with pre-mounted fasteners.
Also available without pre-mounted fastener
(X-BX/EMTC MX) for use with magazine tools.
For fastening thin wall conduit.

Cable and Conduit Attachment

X-EMTSC MX Stand-Off Conduit Clips


Similar to EMTC clips to hold conduits away from
base material and align conduit to knockouts on
junction boxes.

X-HS & X-HS MX


Threaded Rod Hangers

X-W6, W10, X-EW6H or


X-EW10H with Coupler

X-RH Rod Hanger

X-ECH Cable Holder

X-EKB MX Cable Clamp

X-ECT MX Cable Tie Fastener

X-BX/EMTC & X-BX/EMTC MX


Conduit Clips

X-EMTSC MX Stand-Off
Conduit Clip

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3.2.11.2 Material Specifications


Powder-Actuated
Fastener Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel1
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel1
Carbon Steel1
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel1
Carbon Steel1

Clip/Hanger
Designation
X-HS W10/W6
X-HS W6 MX
X-ECH
X-RH
X-EKB MX
X-ECT MX
X-BX/EMTC
X-BX/EMTC MX
X-EMTSC MX

Powder-Actuated
Fastener Plating
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1

Clip/Hanger
Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Nylon Plastic
Carbon Steel
Plastic
Plastic
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel

Clip/Hanger
Plating
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc
N/A
5 m Zinc
N/A
N/A
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc

1 Noted clips/hangers do not come with a pre-mounted powder-actuated fastener. Material and plating information provided for the powder-actuated fasteners
commonly used with these clips.

3.2.11.3 Technical Data


Allowable Loads in Normal Weight Concrete3
Description

Fastener

Threaded Rod Hanger


with pre-mounted fastener
X-RH 1/4" Rod Hanger

Shank
Diameter
in. (mm)

X-HS U271
X-HS U321
X-HS U222

0.157
(4.0)
0.157
(4.0)

X-RH 1/4" U27

Tension
lb
(kN)

Concrete Compressive Strength


2000 psi
4000 psi
Shear
45 Degree
Tension
Shear
lb
(kN)
lb
(kN)
lb
(kN)
lb
(kN)

75

(0.33) 100 (0.44)

50

(0.22)

60

(0.27)

45 Degree
lb
(kN)

85

(0.38) 150 (0.67) 120 (0.53)

50

(0.22)

50

(0.22)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with
ICC-ES AC70. Threaded or smooth rod must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 The tabulated allowable load values for X-RH and X-HS U22 are per UL 2239 with a minimum embedment of 3/4 for X-RH.
3 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.

Allowable Loads in Minimum f'c = 3000 psi Structural Lightweight Concrete1,4,5

Fastener

Shank
Diameter

Installed into
Concrete
Tension Shear

X-HS U27
X-HS U32

0.157
(4.0)

Fastener Location
Installed Through 3" Deep Metal Deck
into Concrete2
Upper Flute
Lower Flute

Installed Through 1-1/2" Deep Metal Deck


into Concrete3
Upper Flute
Lower Flute

4545454545Tension Shear
Tension Shear
Tension Shear
Tension Shear
Degree
Degree
Degree
Degree
Degree

95
115
1056
(0.42) (0.51) (0.47)

125
220
1756
(0.56) (0.98) (0.78)

95
220
1356
(0.42) (0.98) (0.60)

95
220
1356
(0.42) (0.98) (0.60)

95
220
1356
(0.42) (0.98) (0.60)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the X-HS threaded rod hanger assembly with an X-U fastener only. Threaded rod must be investigated in accordance
with accepted design criteria.
2 The steel deck profile for the 3" deep composite floor deck has a minimum thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358") and a minimum Fy of 33 ksi. Lower and upper flute
width must be a minimum of 4-1/2". Figure 1 in Section 3.2.1.1.6 shows the nominal flute dimensions, fastener locations and load orientations for the deck
profile. Structural lightweight concrete fill above top of steel deck must be minimum 3-1/4".
3 The steel deck profile for the 1-1/2" deep composite floor deck has a minimum thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358") and a minimum Fy of 33 ksi. Lower flute and
upper flute widths must be a minimum of 1-3/4" and 3-1/2", respectively. This deck may also be inverted as shown in Figure 3 in Section 3.2.1.1.6. Figures 2
and 3 in Section 3.2.1.1.6 show the nominal flute dimensions, fastener locations and load orientations for the deck profile. Structural lightweight concrete fill
above top of steel deck must be minimum 2-1/2".
4 Nailhead Standoff, hNVS, must be less than or equal to 1/4 in. for the X-HS U27 hanger assembly and less than or equal to 3/8 in. for the X-HS U32 hanger
assembly. Reference Section 3.2.11.4.
5 Allowable loads apply to X-HS threaded rod hanger assemblies with either the 1/4 or 3/8 inch diameter internally threaded hole.
6 Allowable loads for 45-degree applications are based on testing. For allowable loads at other angles of installation, refer to Section 3.2.1.1.8.

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Allowable Loads in Minimum ASTM A 36 (Fy 36 ksi; Fu 58 ksi) Steel3,4
Fastener
Description

Fastener

Shank
Diameter
in. (mm)

Threaded Rod
Hanger with premounted fastener

X-HS U19

0.157
(4.0)

X-RH 1/4" Rod


Hanger

X-RH 1/4" U272

0.157
(4.0)

Steel Thickness in. (mm)

3/16 (4.8)

1/4 (6.4)

Tension
lb (kN)

Shear
lb (kN)

Shear
lb (kN)

270

220

275

270

220

275

270

220

275

(1.20)

(0.98)

(1.22)

(1.20)

(0.98)

(1.22)

(1.20)

(0.98)

50
(4.0)

45-Degree Tension
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

50
(0.22)

3/8 (9.5)
45-Degree Tension
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

Shear
lb (kN)

1/2 (12.7)
45-Degree Tension
lb (kN)
lb (kN)

Shear
lb (kN)

45-Degree
lb (kN)

270

220

275

(1.22)

(1.20)

(0.98)

(1.22)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the low-velocity fasteners only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance
with ICC-ES AC70. Threaded rod must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 The tabulated allowable load values for the X-RH are per UL 2239.
3 Low-velocity fasteners shall be driven to where the point of the fastener penetrates the steel base material in accordance with Section 3.2.1.2.3.
4 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment. Reference Section 3.2.11.4 for installation instructions for X-HS

Maximum Load Rating for X-ECH Cable Holder1


Fastener
Designation
X-ECH/FR-S
X-ECH/FR-M
X-ECH/FR-L

Fastener
Size
Small
Medium
Large

Maximum Load Rating


lb (kN)
40 (0.18)
40 (0.18)
100 (0.44)

1 Maximum Load Rating per UL listing.

Allowable Loads Values for MX Version Hangers & Clips1,3,4,5,6


X-HS W6 MX

X-ECT MX

Allowable Load Nrec

Allowable Load Nrec

Tensile

Tensile

lb (kN)

lb (kN)

15 (0.07)

10 (0.04)

Nrec

X-BX 3/8" MX2


X-EMTC 1" MX2
Allowable Load Nrec

X-EKB 4 MX
Allowable Load Nrec

Nrec

Tensile

Tensile

lb (kN)

lb (kN)

5 (0.02)

10 (0.04)

Nrec

Tensile

Nrec

X-EMTSC 1/2" MX
X-EMTSC 1" MX
Allowable Load Nrec

X-EKB 8 MX
Allowable Load Nrec

Tensile

lb (kN)

lb (kN)

10 (0.04)

15 (0.07)

X-EKB 16 MX
Allowable Load Nrec

Nrec

Nrec

Nrec

Nrec

Tensile
lb (kN)
15 (0.07)
1 The allowable load capacities are based on tests with X-GHP 20, X-GN 27 and X-EGN 14 and a factor of safety of 5.0 or higher.
2 Load capacites are based on armored cable and EMT.
3 X-GHP 20 must be installed at a minimum penetration depth of 9/16" into concrete. X-GN 27 must be installed at a minimum penetration depth of 3/4" into CMU
or mortar joint. X-EGN 14 must be installed at a minimum penetration depth of 0.320" through or into steel. Hanger assemblies must be firmly clamped to the
base material.
4 Concrete base materials include 2000 to 6000 psi normal weight or lightweight types and also includes attachment through steel deck into concrete.
5 Steel base materials include 1/8" or thicker carbon steel base material with minimum yield strengths (Fy) of 36 ksi.
6 CMU base materials include hollow or grout-filled concrete masonry units conforming to ASTM C 90.
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3.2.11.4 X-HS Installation Instructions
X-HS Installation Instructions

hNVS

1 Insert appropriate
sized threaded rod
into hanger.

Press tip of fastener


to concrete/steel
base material. Drive
with Hilti powder-
actuated tool.

3 Ensure proper
fastener embedment.

4 Bend fastener until threaded rod is in desired


location, vertical or horizontal for ceiling or wall
hanger applications, respectively.

Note: The X-HS Fastener is intended to be fastened to the base material and bent once from the installed position to vertical or horizontal for ceiling or wall
hanger applications, respectively. Excessive bending of the X-HS Fastener through complete back and forth cycles should not exceed three (3) times.

3.2.11.5 Ordering Information


X-HS & X-HS MX Threaded Rod Hangers
Fastener
Description

Fastener Length
in. (mm)

Fastener Shank
in. (mm)

Thread Rod

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 1/4-inch

N/A

UNC 1/4-inch

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Fastener Shank
in. (mm)

Thread Length
in. (mm)

Thread

7/8 (22)
1 (27)
7/8 (22)
1 (27)
1 (27)
1 (27)
1-1/4 (32)
1-5/8 (42)

0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.205 (5.2)
0.205 (5.2)
0.205 (5.2)

1/2 (11)
1/2 (11)
3/4 (20)
3/4 (20)
1-1/2 (38)
1-3/16 (30)
1-3/16 (30)
1-3/16 (30)

UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 3/8-inch

3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
3/8 (9)
9/16 (14)

0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.145 (3.7)
0.205 (5.2)

1/2 (11)
3/4 (20)
1-1/8 (28)
1-1/2 (38)
1-3/16 (30)

UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 3/8-inch

Fastener
Description

Overall Length
in. (mm)

Thread
Stud

Thread
Rod

Coupler 1/4-20
Coupler 3/8-16
Adapter B-1/4x3/8

1 (25)
1 (25)
7/8 (22)

UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 1/4-inch

UNC 1/4-inch
UNC 3/8-inch
UNC 3/8-inch

Concrete
X-HS W10 U32 P8S15
1-1/4 (32)
X-HS W6 U32 P8S15
1-1/4 (32)
X-HS W10 U27 P8S15
1 (27)
X-HS W6 U27 P8S15
1 (27)
X-HS W6 U22 P8S15
7/8 (22)
Steel
X-HS W10 U19 P8S15
5/8 (16)
X-HS W6 U19 P8S15
5/8 (16)
MX Version (without pre-mounted fastener)
X-HS W6 MX
N/A

Threaded Studs
Fastener
Description
Concrete & Masonry
X-W6-11-22 FP8/D12
X-W6-11-27 FP8
X-W6-20-22 FP8/D12
X-W6-20-27 FP8/D12
X-W6-38-27 FP8
W10-30-27 P10
W10-30-32 P10
W10-30-42 P10
Steel
X-EW6H-11-9 FP8/P12
X-EW6H-20-9 FP8/P12
X-EW6H-28-9 FP8/P12
X-EW6H-38-9 FP8/P12
X-EW10H-30-14 P10

Couplers

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X-RH Rod Hanger
Fastener
Description

Fastener Length
in. (mm)

Fastener Shank
in. (mm)

Rod

Concrete
X-RH 1/4 U27

1 (27)

0.157 (4.0)

1/4-inch

Fastener Length
in. (mm)

Fastener Shank
in. (mm)

Number of
1/4" cables

N/A
N/A
N/A

N/A
N/A
N/A

15-22
30-37
45-52

1-1/2 (37)
1-1/2 (37)
1-1/2 (37)

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

15-22
30-37
45-52

X-ECH Cable Holder


Fastener
Description
Without Pre-Mounted Fastener
X-ECH-F/R-S
X-ECH-F/R-M
X-ECH-F/R-L
With Pre-Mounted Fastener
X-ECH-F/R-S U37
X-ECH-F/R-M U37
X-ECH-F/R-L U37
Tool Accessories
ECH Adapter

X-RH

X-ECH

For use with DX 351 and DX 460-F8

X-EKB MX Cable Clamps


Fastener
Description

Max Diameter of
Cable in. (mm)

Maximum No.
of Cables

X-EKB 4 MX
X-EKB 8 MX
X-EKB 16 MX

1/4 (6)
1/4 (6)
1/4 (6)

4
8
16

X-EKB MX

X-ECT MX Cable Tie Fastener*


Fastener
Description

Cable Tie* Size


in. (mm)

X-ECT FR MX

1/2 (12)

*Cable tie is not available through Hilti.

X-BX/EMTC and X-BX/EMTC MX Conduit Clips


Fastener
Description
Premium Grade (with pre-mounted fastener)
X-EMTC-3/8" U22
X-EMTC-1/2" U22
X-EMTC-3/4" U22
X-EMTC-1" U22
Standard Grade (with pre-mounted fastener)
X-EMTC-3/8" C27
X-EMTC-1/2" C27
X-EMTC-3/4" C27
X-EMTC-1" C27
MX Version (without pre-mounted fastener)
X-BX 3/8" MX
X-EMTC 1/2" MX
X-EMTC 3/4" MX
X-EMTC 1" MX

Fastener Length
in. (mm)

Fastener Shank
in. (mm)

Conduit
in. (mm)

7/8 (22)
7/8 (22)
7/8 (22)
7/8 (22)

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

3/8 (10)
1/2 (13)
3/4 (19)
1 (25)

1 (27)
1 (27)
1 (27)
1 (27)

0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)

3/8 (10)
1/2 (13)
3/4 (19)
1 (25)

N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

3/8 (10)
1/2 (13)
3/4 (19)
1 (25)

X-ECT
without Cable Tie

X-EMTC

X-BX/EMTC MX

X-EMTSC Stand-Off Conduit Clips


Fastener
Description

Conduit

MX Version (without pre-mounted fastener)


X-EMTSC 1/2" MX
X-EMTSC 3/4" MX
X-EMTSC 1" MX

1/2 (13)
3/4 (19)
1 (25)

X-EMTSC MX

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Insulation/Soft Material Attachment Fasteners 3.2.12


3.2.12.1 Product Description
The X-IE insulation fastener is a unique
fastener designed for the attachment
of rigid foam insulation to concrete,
masonry or steel base materials. The
fastener is pushed through the insulation
until it touches the base material and
then it is fastened in place with a Hilti
powder-actuated tool. The X-IE fastener
can fasten insulation panels ranging in
thickness from 1" through 4-3/4".

3.2.12.1 Product Description

The X-SW soft washer with premounted powder-actuated fastener is


designed for attaching thin membranes
or panels to concrete base materials.
The washers are 30mm and 60mm in
diameter with nail lengths of 1-1/2",
1-7/8" and 2-1/2". These fasteners
are installed using a Hilti powderactuated tool.

3.2.12.2 Material Specifications


3.2.12.3 Technical Data
3.2.12.4 Installation Instructions
3.2.12.5 Ordering Information

3.2.12.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation
X-IE
X-SW

Powder-Actuated
Fastener Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel

Powder-Actuated
Fastener Plating
5 m Zinc
5 m Zinc

X-IE

Washer
Material1
Plastic
Plastic

X-SW

1 Due to potential embrittlement degradation of fastener plastic, exposure to UV light should be limited to
less than 90 days.

3.2.12.3 Technical Data


Allowable Loads for X-IE Fasteners1,2,3
Insulation Type
Polystyrol (15 kg/m3)
Polystyrene (30 kg/m3)
Polystyrol (15 kg/m3)
Polystyrene (30 kg/m3)

Insulation Thickness in. (mm)

1-9/16 (40) 1-3/4 (45)


35

(0.15)

45

(0.20)

(50)

55

(0.25)

2-3/8 (60)
65

3
(75) 3-1/8 (80)
2-3/4 (70)
Shear lb (kN)
(0.30) 65 (0.30) 75 (0.33) 80 (0.35)

135 (0.60) 135 (0.60)

135 (0.60)

135 (0.60)

55

(0.25)

60

(0.27)

65

(0.30)

65

65

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

65

(100) 4-3/4 (120) 5-1/2 (140)

80

(0.35)

(0.35)

(0.35)

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

(0.30)

65

65

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

65

(0.30)

135 (0.60)

80

135 (0.60)

(0.30)

135 (0.60)

80

135 (0.60) 135 (0.60)


Pullover lb (kN)
65 (0.30) 65 (0.30)

135 (0.60)

1 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.


2 When project site base material properties are questionable, site qualification is necessary.
3 Based on attachment to concrete (f'c = 2000 psi - 5000 psi), CMU masonry walls, or 1/8" to 1/4" thick steel (Fy = 36 to 50 ksi).

Allowable Loads for X-SW Fasteners in f'c 4000 psi (27.6 MPa) Concrete1,2
Description
X-SW

Tension
lb (kN)
65
(0.30)

Shear
lb (kN)
65
(0.30)

1 Minimum of five fastenings per fastened unit.


2 Loads valid for fastener strength. Fastened material must be considered separately.

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3.2.12 Insulation/Soft Material Attachment Fasteners


3.2.12.4 Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions for X-IE Insulation Fasteners
1. Load X-IE on powder-actuated tool

2. Push the X-IE all the way into the insulation. Fastener tip must touch base material.

Verify successful fastening. Discard if


not clamped tight to insulation.

Visual check immediately after fastening


Correct: Top hat crushed

3. Make the fastening

Incorrect: Top hat not crushed.

Installation Instructions for X-SW Fasteners


1. Load X-SW on powder-actuated tool

2. Press the X-SW against the surface

3. Make the fastening

3.2.12.5 Ordering Information


X-IE
Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Insulation Material
Thickness in. (mm)

Washer
Color

Quantity

X-IE 6-25 PH47


X-IE 6-35 PH47
X-IE 6-40 PH52
X-IE 6-45 PH52
X-IE 6-50 PH52
X-IE 6-60 PH52
X-IE 6-70 PH52
X-IE 6-75 PH52
X-IE 6-80 PH52
X-IE 6-100 PH52
X-IE 6-120 PH72

1-7/8 (47)
1-7/8 (47)
2 (52)
2 (52)
2 (52)
2 (52)
2 (52)
2 (52)
2 (52)
2 (52)
2-7/8 (72)

0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)
0.177 (4.5)

1 (25)
1-1/2 (38)
1-5/8 (42)
1-3/4 (44)
2 (51)
2-1/2 (64)
2-3/4 (70)
3 (76)
3-1/4 (83)
4 (102)
4-3/4 (120)

White
White
White
White
White
White
White
White
White
White
White

300 pcs
300 pcs
300 pcs
300 pcs
300 pcs
300 pcs
200 pcs
200 pcs
200 pcs
200 pcs
150 pcs

Description

Shank Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer
in. (mm)

Washer
Color

Quantity

X-SW 30 C-37
X-SW 30 C-37
X-SW 30 C-37
X-SW 30 C-62
X-SW 60 C-37
X-SW 60 C-47
X-SW 60 C-62

1-1/2 (37)
1-1/2 (37)
1-1/2 (37)
2-1/2 (62)
1-1/2 (37)
1-7/8 (47)
2-1/2 (62)

0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)

1-3/16 (30)
1-3/16 (30)
1-3/16 (30)
1-3/16 (30)
2-3/8 (60)
2-3/8 (60)
2-3/8 (60)

Gray
Gray
White
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray

150 pcs
500 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
150 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs

X-SW

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Ceiling Fastening Systems Selection & Design 3.3.1


3.3.1.1 Ceiling Fastening Systems Selection
The following sections describe suspended ceiling system
attachment solutions for lay-in panel or acoustical suspended
ceilings. These solutions consist of powder-actuated and
mechanical fasteners which provide the installer with highly
productive, high quality solutions which are designed to fit the
needs of the particular application.
The primary criterion when determining which solution to
choose will depend on the base material. The innovative Hilti
X-CW and X-CC powder-actuated fastening systems are
intended for use in concrete and concrete over metal deck
base materials. The X-CC Ceiling Clip Assembly may also be
used in steel base materials. The Eye-Lag Ceiling Fastening
System is a solution for wood and thin gauge cold-formed
steel base materials.

X-CW Ceiling Wire Assembly

The innovative X-CW Ceiling Wire Assembly contains a


powder-actuated fastener and integrated steel wire with
clamping washer which eliminates the need for wire wrapping.
The X-CW fastening system is installed with Hilti DX-351CT powder-actuated tool and adjusted for the height of the
ceiling system. The X-CC Ceiling Clip Assemblies consist of a
sheet steel clip with a pre-mounted powder-actuated fastener
and may be ordered with or without pre-tied 12 gauge wires
of different lengths. The Eye-Lag Ceiling Fastening System is
an efficient solution for supporting direct or indirect hung layin panel suspended ceiling systems from wood and steel deck
base materials.

X-CC Ceiling Clip Assembly

Eye-Lag Fastening System

Hilti Ceiling Attachment System Product Selection Guide


Ceiling Fastening
System
X-CW

X-CC
Eye-Lag Screw

Applicable Base
Material
Concrete,
Lightweight Concrete
over Metal Deck
Concrete,
Lightweight Concrete
over Metal Deck,
Steel
Wood, Sheet Steel

Fastener Types

Recommended
Installation Tools

Wire Type

Section

X-C27, X-C32,
X-U-22, X-U27

DX 351-CT
with Pole Tool

Integrated
12 Gauge Wire

3.3.2

X-C27, X-C32,
X-U22, X-U27,
X-AL-H22, X-AL-H27

DX 351
with Pole Tool

Pre-tied to ceiling clip


or provided by others

3.3.3

EL WS, EL S, EL SD

Telescopic Screw
Ceiling Tool

Provided by others

3.3.4

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3.3.1 Ceiling Fastening Systems Selection & Design


3.3.1.2 Ceiling Fastening Systems Design
Figures 1 and 2 illustrate the installation
of a suspended ceiling system as
described in ASTM C 635. The Ceiling
Systems shown are composed of
ceiling panels which are supported by
a suspension system of main runners,
cross runners and wall moulding for
direct hung ceiling systems. Carrying
channels are part of indirect hung ceiling
systems where the main runners are
attached to carrying channels which are
attached to concrete using Hilti Ceiling
Fastening Systems.

The entirety of the suspended ceiling


system depends on the Hilti Ceiling
Fastening Hangers which support the
suspension system main load carrying
members. The spacing between ceiling
fasteners must be determined by the
design architect or engineer of record
based on the loads and building code
requirements. Hanger wires must be
wrapped by the installer to the specific
requirements at the point of installation
to the main runner or channel members
as shown in the figures below. The wires
must be wrapped in a similar fashion

at the wire hole for the X-CC Ceiling


Clip Assemblies. The innovative X-CW
Ceiling Wire Assemblies do not require
wire wraps as the integrated ceiling wire
and clamping washer is pre-mounted to
the head of the fastener.
Hilti Ceiling Fastening Systems should
not be used for anchorage of seismic
bracing channels and compression
struts. Hilti recommends the use of ICCES AC193 qualified mechanical anchors,
such as Hilti KB-TZ for attachment of
bracing for suspended ceiling systems.

Hilti Ceiling
Attachment System

Support Clip
for Main Runners
Wall Moulding
Carrying Channel
Acoustical Tile

Cross Runners

Figure 1. Indirect Hung Ceiling system


(reference ASTM C635)

Spline
(Spanning
Cross Runners)

12 ga.
wire typ.

Hilti Ceiling
Attachment System

Main Runners

3 tight turns
in 1-1/2"

Carry Channel or Main


Runner typ.

Acoustical
Lay-in Panels
Cross Runners
(Spanning
Main Runners)

Wall Moulding

Main Runners

Figure 2. Direct Hung Ceiling System


(reference ASTM C635)

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Ceiling Fastening Systems Selection & Design 3.3.1


3.3.1.3 Ceiling Fastener Locations when Installing

into Lightweight Concrete over Metal Deck
Hilti Ceiling Fastening System
3000 psi Lightweight Concrete

12"

min. 3-1/4"
3"
4-1/2" min.
Form Deck
Lower Flute Location
Upper Flute Location

Direction
of combined 1-1/8"
load on
Min. Edge
fastener
Distance
(Typical)

Direction
of tension
load on
fastener
(Typical)

4-1/2" min.

7-1/4" min.

Figure 3. Hilti Ceiling Fastening System Location in 3-in.-Deep Composite Floor Deck, Normal Deck Profile Orientation

Hilti Ceiling Fastening System


6"

3000 psi Lightweight Concrete

min. 2-1/2"

1-3/4"

Form Deck
Upper Flute Location
Lower Flute Location

Direction
of combined
load on
fastener
(Typical)

Direction
of tension
7/8"
load on
Min. Edge fastener
Distance (Typical)

1-1/2"

2-1/2"
3-1/2"

Figure 4. Hilti Ceiling Fastening System Location in 1-1/2-in.-Deep Composite Floor Deck, Normal Deck Profile Orientation

Hilti Ceiling Fastening System


6"

3000 psi Lightweight Concrete

Form Deck
Upper Flute Location
Lower Flute Location

Direction
of combined
load on
fastener
(Typical)

Direction
1-3/4" of tension
Min. Edge load on
Distance fastener
(Typical)

min. 2-1/2"

1-3/4"

1-1/2"
3-1/2"

Figure 5. Hilti Ceiling Fastening System Location in 1-1/2-in.-Deep Composite Floor Deck, Inverted Deck Profile Orientation

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3.3.2 Hilti X-CW Ceiling Wire Assemblies


3.3.2.1

Product Description

3.3.2.1 Product Description

3.3.2.2

Material Specifications

3.3.2.3

Technical Data

3.3.2.4

Installation Instructions

3.3.2.5

Ordering Information

The X-CW Ceiling Wire Hanger is a


state-of-the-art ceiling wire fastening
system with an integrated steel wire
clamping washer pre-mounted on a Hilti
X-U or X-C powder-actuated fastener.
This innovative ceiling hanger system
has been tested in accordance with the
ICC-ES AC70, Acceptance Criteria for
Fasteners Power-Driven Into Concrete,
Steel and Masonry Elements. Reference
ICC-ES ESR-2892.
The pre-mounted steel clamping
washer has been specifically designed
to restrict wire slippage, therefore no

wire wraps are required on the fastener


end. Yielding of the 12 gauge steel
hanger wire controls the performance
of this ceiling fastening system when
properly installed with pre-mounted X-U
and X-C powder-actuated fasteners
in suitable 4000 psi normal weight
concrete base materials. Requirements
for wire wraps on the suspended ceiling
component end must still be satisfied.
Anchorage of seismic bracing channels
and compression struts should be done
with ICC-ES AC193 qualified postinstalled anchors, such as Hilti KB-TZ.

3.3.2.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Fastener

Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2892
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25839

X-CW

Powder
Actuate
Fastener
Material
Carbon
Steel

1 ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III

Powder
Actuated
Fastener
Plating
5 m Zinc1

Steel
Clamping
Washer
Material
Carbon
Steel

Steel
Clamping
Washer
Plating
16 m
Zinc2

2 ASTM A 653/A 653M, Z120

Ceiling
Wire
Material

Ceiling
Wire
Plating

Carbon
Steel

12 m
Zinc3

3 ASTM A 641/A 641M, Class 1

3.3.2.3 Technical Data


Allowable Loads for Hilti X-CW Ceiling Wire Assemblies Installed in Normal
Weight Concrete, lb (kN)1,2,3,4
Ceiling Wire Type

Pre-mounted X-U
or X-C fastener
(X-U Shown)

X-CW C27
X-CW C32
X-CW U22
X-CW U27

Pre-mounted
Ceiling Wire
Hanger

Pre-mounted
steel clamping
washer

Concrete Compressive Strength


4000 psi
6000 psi
Tension
45-Degree
Tension
45 Degree
210 (0.93)
210 (0.93)

210 (0.93)
210 (0.93)

100 (0.44)
90 (0.40)
210 (0.93)
210 (0.93)
130 (0.58)
150 (0.67)

1 The tabulated allowable loads apply to the X-CW ceiling wire assembly using a minimum safety factor of
5.0 in accordance with ICC-ES AC70 if controlled by the powder-actuated fastener pullout or a minimum
of 2.0 in accordance with ICC-ES AC368 if controlled by the wire yielding and fracture.
2 Allowable values are for fasteners installed in concrete having the designated compressive strength at
the time of installation.
3 Concrete thickness at the point of penetration must be a minimum of the fastener embedment depth
plus 1-1/2".
4 Mulitple fasteners must be used for suspended ceiling applications.

Allowable Loads for Hilti X-CW Ceiling Wire Assemblies Installed in Structural
Lightweight Concrete over Composite Floor Deck, lb (kN)1,2,3,4
Ceiling Wire Type
X-CW C27
X-CW C32
X-CW U27

3000 psi Concrete Compressive Strength


Upper flute
Lower flute
Tension
45-Degree
Tension
45 Degree
110 (0.49)
210 (0.93)
100 (0.44)
145 (0.64)
150 (0.67)
210 (0.93)
100 (0.44)
145 (0.64)
170 (0.76)
210 (0.93)
150 (0.67)
160 (0.71)

1 The tabulated allowable loads apply to the X-CW ceiling wire assembly using a minimum safety factor of
5.0 in accordance with ICC-ES AC70 if controlled by the powder-actuated fastener pullout or a minimum
of 2.0 in accordance with ICC-ES AC368 if controlled by the wire yielding and fracture.
2 Allowable values are for fasteners installed in concrete having the designated compressive strength at
the time of installation.
3 Testing completed in composite floor deck having a minimum thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358") and a
minimum yield strength (Fy) of 38 ksi. Figures 3 5 (Section 3.3.1.3) show nominal flute dimensions,
fastener locations and load orientations for the deck profile. Concrete thickness at the point of
penetration must be a minimum of the fastener embedment depth plus 1-1/2".
4 Mulitple fasteners must be used for suspended ceiling applications.
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Hilti X-CW Ceiling Wire Assemblies 3.3.2

hNVS 9/32" (7 mm)

3.3.2.4 X-CW Installation Instructions

1 Insert X-CW Ceiling Wire Assembly Into the Hilti Powder


Actuated Tool with CT baseplate

2 Locate the Fastening, Compress


the Hilti Powder-Actuated Tool and
Install Fastener

3 Check Nail Standoff and Adjust


the X-CW Ceiling Wire Position as
Needed

3.3.2.5 Ordering Information


X-CW Ceiling Wire Fastening Assemblies
Fastener
Description
Standard Fastener
X-CW C27 12GA
X-CW C32 12GA
Premium Fastener
X-CW U22 12GA
X-CW U27 12GA

Shank
in. (mm)

Fastener Length
in. (mm)

Packaging
Quantity1

0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)

1 (27)
1-1/4 (32)

1000
1000

0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)

7/8 (22)
1 (27)

1000
1000

1 X-CW Ceiling Wire Assemblies can be assembled with pre-tied wire lengths of 4', 6', 8', 10', and 12'.

Powder-Actuated tool DX 351-CT & Accessories


Description
Powder-actuated tool DX 351-CT

Grip section X-PT CT - 351

Extension tube X-PT CT-351 3FT

Extension tube X-PT CT-351 1FT

Soft pouch X-PT CT

Powder-actuated tool DX 351-CT Combo Std (Includes Items 1, 2 and 3)


Powder-actuated tool DX 351-CT Combo Plus (Includes items 1 - 5)

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3.3.3 X-CC Ceiling Clip & Hanger Assemblies


3.3.3.1

Product Description

3.3.3.1 Product Description

3.3.3.2

Material Specifications

3.3.3.3

Technical Data

3.3.3.4

Ordering Information

Ceiling clip assemblies are an


economical and recognized method of
suspending acoustical ceiling grids and
panels from concrete and steel. These
pre-assembled ceiling clips consist of
a sheet steel clip with a pre-mounted
powder-actuated fastener and are
typically pre-tied with a single

12 gauge wire of varying lengths


depending on ceiling height
requirements. When the fastening
is made, the clip, fastener and wire
are installed in one step. Further
productivity can be achieved through
the use of a Hilti powder-actuated
pole tool.

3.3.3.2 Material Specifications

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2184
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25651

Item

Material

X-C Fastener
X-U Fastener
X-AL-H Fastener
CC27 Clip
Wire2

Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel

Steel
Diameter/Thickness
0.138"
0.157"
0.177"
13 GA
12, 9 or 8 GA

Plating
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1

1 ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III.


2 Pre-mounted ASTM A 641/A 641M Class 1 wires come attached with a minimum of three tight turns
in 1-1/2".

3.3.3.3 Technical Data


Allowable Loads for Hilti Ceiling Clip Assemblies Installed in Normal Weight Concrete1,2,3,4
Concrete Compressive Strength
Ceiling Clip
X-CC27 C27
X-CC27 C32
X-CC27 U22
X-CC27 U27
X-CC27 ALH22
X-CC27 ALH27

Tension
lb
(kN)
160
(0.71)
220
(0.98)

160
(0.71)

150
(0.67)

4000 psi (27.6 MPa)


Shear
lb
(kN)
205
(0.91)
270
(1.20)

205
(0.91)

205
(0.91)

45 Degree
lb
(kN)
210
(0.93)
260
(1.16)

210
(0.93)

145
(0.76)

Tension
lb
(kN)

80
(0.36)
125
(0.56)
80
(0.36)
125
(0.56)

6000 psi (41.4 MPa)


Shear
lb
(kN)

175
(0.78)
205
(0.91)
175
(0.78)
205
(0.91)

45 Degree
lb
(kN)

90
(0.40)
150
(0.67)
70
(0.31)
130
(0.62)

1 The tabulated allowable load values apply to the powder-actuated ceiling clip assemblies only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with ICC-ES AC70. Connected components, including wires*, must be investigated separately.
2 Allowable values are for fasteners installed in concrete having the designated compressive strength at the time of installation.
3 Concrete thickness at the point of penetration must be a minimum of the fastener embedment depth plus 1-1/2.
4 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
* Note: For Hilti supplied wire, the recommended allowable load capacities of 12, 9 and 8 gauge wire are 210, 400 and 500 lb, respectively.

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X-CC Ceiling Clip & Hanger Assemblies 3.3.3


Allowable Loads for Hilti Ceiling Clip Assemblies Installed in Lightweight Concrete Over Metal Deck1,2,3,4
fc = 3000 psi Concrete Compressive Strength
Ceiling Clip Assembly
X-CC27 C27
X-CC27 C32
X-CC27 U27
X-CC27 ALH27

Lower Flute
Shear
lb
(kN)
275
(1.22)
325
(1.45)
275
(1.22)
240
(1.07)

Tension
lb
(kN)
50
(0.22)
65
(0.29)
150
(0.69)
70
(0.31)

45 Degree
lb
(kN)
120
(0.53)
130
(0.58)
160
(0.71)
145
(0.65)

Tension
lb
(kN)
105
(0.47)
130
(0.58)
170
(0.76)
160
(0.71)

Upper Flute
Shear
lb
(kN)
285
(1.27)
325
(1.45)
285
(1.27)
240
(1.07)

45 Degree
lb
(kN)
240
(1.07)
265
(1.18)
240
(1.07)
240
(1.07)

1 The tabulated allowable load values apply to the powder-actuated ceiling clip assemblies only, using a safety factor that is greater than or equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with ICC-ES AC70. Connected components, including wires*, must be investigated separately.
2 Allowable values are for fasteners installed in concrete having the designated compressive strength at the time of installation.
3 Testing completed in 3" deep composite floor deck having a minimum steel deck thickness of 20 gauge (0.0358") and a minimum yield strength (Fy) of 38 ksi.
Lower and upper flute width must be a minimum of 4-1/2". Figure 3 in Section 3.3.1.3 shows nominal flute dimensions, fastener locations and load orientations
for the steel deck profile. Concrete thickness at the point of penetration must be a minimum of the fastener embedment plus 1-1/2".
4 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
* Note: For Hilti supplied wire, the recommended allowable load capacities of 12, 9 and 8 gauge wire are 210, 400 and 500 lb, respectively.

Allowable Loads for Hilti Ceiling Clip Assemblies in Minimum ASTM A36 (Fy 36 ksi, Fu 58 ksi)1,2
Steel Thickness (in.)
Ceiling Clip Assembly
X-CC27 U22

1/4
Tension
lb
(kN)
375 (1.62)

Shear
lb
(kN)
410 (1.82)

3/8
Tension
Shear
lb
(kN)
lb
(kN)
375 (1.62)
410 (1.82)

1/2
Tension
Shear
lb
(kN)
lb
(kN)
375 (1.62)
410 (1.82)

1 The tabulated allowable load values apply to the powder-actuated ceiling clip assemblies only, using a safety factor that is greater than or
equal to 5.0, calculated in accordance with ICC-ES AC70. Connected components, including wires*, must be investigated separately.
2 Multiple fasteners are recommended for any attachment.
* Note: For Hilti supplied wire, the recommended allowable load capacities of 12, 9 and 8 gauge wire are 210, 400 and 500 lb, respectively.

3.3.3.4 Ordering Information


Fastener
Description1

Fastener Length
in. (mm)

Shank
in. (mm)

Washer

Packaging Qty1

X-CC27 C27P8T
X-CC27 C32P8T
X-CC27 U22P8T
X-CC27 U27P8T
X-CC27 ALH22P8T
X-CC27 ALH27P8T

1 (27)
1-1/4 (32)
7/8 (22)
1 (27)
7/8 (22)
1 (27)

0.138 (3.5)
0.138 (3.5)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.157 (4.0)
0.177 (4.5)

8 mm metal tophat
8 mm metal tophat
8 mm metal tophat
8 mm metal tophat
8 mm metal tophat
8 mm metal tophat

100 or 1000 pcs


100 or 1000 pcs
100 or 1000 pcs
100 or 1000 pcs
100 or 1000 pcs
100 or 1000 pcs

1 Ceiling clip and fastener combinations can be assembled with pre-tied wire lengths of 4', 6', 8', 10' & 12'.

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3.3.4 Eye Lag Ceiling Fastening Hanger


3.3.4.1

Product Description

3.3.4.1 Product Description

3.3.4.2

Material Specifications

3.3.4.3

Technical Data

3.3.4.4

Installation Instructions

3.3.4.5

Ordering Information

The Hilti Eye Lag Ceiling Fastening


Hanger System is a cost effective
and efficient means of supporting
direct and indirect hung suspended
lay-in panel ceilings. The Eye Lag
Ceiling Hanger is manufactured from
a zinc electroplated mild carbon steel
and is designed for attachment of

suspended ceiling hanger wires into


wood and sheet steel base materials.
Each hanger is provided with a 0.177
inch pre-punched hole for attachment
of ceiling wires. The EL S and EL SD
versions are manufactured with steel
washers to provide stability during
installation into steel base materials.

3.3.4.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation

Fastener
Material

Base
Material

Fastener Plating
(m)1

1/4" EL WS

Carbon Steel

Wood

1/4" EL S

Carbon Steel

Steel Deck 20 - 25
gauge and Wood

1/4" EL SD

Carbon Steel

Steel Deck
16 - 22 gauge

1 Zinc plated per EN/ISO 4042 A3F

1/4" EL WS

1/4" EL S

3.3.4.3 Technical Data

Allowable Loads for Hilti Eye Lag Ceiling Fastening Hanger


Installed in Wood1,3,4
Wood
Minimum 0.50
Specific Gravity

Fastener
Description

Tension
lb (kN)

1/4" x 3" EL WS
1/4" x 2-3/4" EL S

45-Degree2
lb (kN)
185 (0.82)
135 (0.60)

260 (1.15)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the Eye Lag screws only, using a safety factor of 3.0 per
ICC-ES AC233 and AC118. Ceiling wires or other attachments must be investigated in accordance with
accepted design criteria.

1/4" EL SD

2 Oblique load applied 45-Degrees from the longitudinal axis of the fastener.
3 Based on minimum 1-1/2" Eye Lag screw penetration into the wood member
4 For wood members with different specific gravity measurements, refer to Section 11 of the National
Design Specification for Wood Construction.

Allowable Loads for Hilti Eye Lag Ceiling Fastening Hanger Installed in Sheet Steel1,2,3
Steel Thickness, ga. (in.)
25
(0.021)

Fastener
Description

22
(0.030)

20
(0.036)

18
(0.048)

16
(0.060)

Tension
(lb) (kN)

45Degree4
(lb) (kN)

Tension
(lb) (kN)

45Degree4
(lb) (kN)

Tension
(lb) (kN)

45Degree4
(lb) (kN)

Tension
(lb) (kN)

45Degree4
(lb) (kN)

Tension
(lb) (kN)

45Degree4
(lb) (kN)

1/4" x 2-3/4" EL S

60 (0.26)

85 (0.38)

110 (0.49)

150 (0.67)

150 (0.67)

230 (1.02)

1/4" x 2" EL SD

1/4" x 3" EL SD

75 (0.33)

100 (0.44)

115 (0.51)

140 (0.62)

165 (0.73)

225 (1.00)

215 (0.96)

235 (1.04)

1 The tabulated allowable load values are for the Eye Lag screws only, using a safety factor of 3.0 per ICC-ES AC233 and AC118. Ceiling wires or other attachments must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2 Values are based on ASTM A653 grade steel having a minimum yield strength of 33,000 psi.
3 Based on minimum three full threads penetration through the sheet steel member.
4 Oblique angle load applied 45-Degrees from the longitudinal axis of the fastener.

Warning: Because of the potential for delayed hydrogen assisted stress corrosion cracking, many hardened steel
fasteners are not recommended for use with dissimilar metals or chemically treated wood when moisture may be
present or in corrosive environments. For further information, contact Hilti Technical Support at 1-877-749-6337.
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Eye Lag Ceiling Fastening Hanger 3.3.4


3.3.4.4 Installation Instructions

1 Adjust the telescoping tubes


to the proper lengths.

2 Insert the Eye Lag screw into


top slot.

3 Insert wire into side of slot


through the eyelet in the Eye Lag
screw. Then bend the wire end
down. Provide adequate length of
wire to properly develop the required
number of loops after twisting.

4 Raise tool against the ceiling, rotate


the pole tool until the Eye Lag screw
is at least 1-1/2" into the wood base
material (embedment varies for steel
base material - refer to Section 3.3.4.3
for additional details). CAUTION:
In steel base material, stop turning
before washer contacts base material
to avoid stripping of the base steel.

5 Lower the tool about 2" from


base material surface as shown.

6 Rotate the tool again to twist


the wire. The pole tool may be
turned by hand or by using a 1/2"
variable speed drill. Caution: If
using drill, do not grip pole tightly
with hand, but allow it to turn
loosely. Reference Figures 2 and 3
for typical wire tying requirements.

End Connections

Side Connections

Face Connections

Connection Locations for Wood Applications


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3.3.4 Eye Lag Ceiling Fastening Hanger


3.3.4.5 Ordering Information
Eye Lag Ceiling Fastening Hanger
Fastener
Description

Shank
in. (mm)

Fastener Length
in. (mm)

Base
Material

Quantity

Eye Lag screw - 1/4 x 3" wood screw zinc (EL WS)
Eye Lag screw - 1/4 x 2-3/4" sharp zinc (EL S)
Eye Lag screw - 1/4 x 2" self drilling zinc (EL SD)
Eye Lag screw - 1/4 x 3" self drilling zinc (EL SD)

1/4 (6.3)
1/4 (6.3)
1/4 (6.3)
1/4 (6.3)

3 (76)
2-3/4 (70)
2 (51)
3 (76)

Wood
Sheet Steel 20-25 ga. and Wood
Sheet Steel 16-22 ga.
Sheet Steel 16-22 ga.

100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs

Pole Tool
Description

Notes

Quantity

Telescopic screw ceiling tool - SF PT 4' - 12'


Telescopic screw ceiling tool - SF PT 8' - 24'

The pole tool can be used either by hand or with a 1/2" variable speed drill.
The pole tool can be used either by hand or with a 1/2" variable speed drill.

1 pcs
1 pcs

Telescopic Screw
Ceiling Tool

1/4" EL WS

1/4" EL S

1/4" EL SD

Warning: Because of the potential for delayed hydrogen assisted stress corrosion cracking, many hardened steel
fasteners are not recommended for use with dissimilar metals or chemically treated wood when moisture may be
present or in corrosive environments. For further information, contact Hilti Technical Support at 1-877-749-6337.

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Grating & Checkerplate Fastener Selection 3.4.1


The following sections describe grating and checkerplate
fastening solutions for marine (Oil and Gas Upstream) and
industrial environments. These solutions consist of powderactuated and mechanical fasteners which provide the installer
with highly productive, high quality solutions which are
designed to fit the needs of the particular application.

tool set which enables the installer to pre-drill a small pilot


hole into the base steel. A blunt tip stud, the diameter of
which is slightly larger than that of the pre-drilled hole is then
fastened with a Hilti powder-actuated tool directly into the
pilot hole. Finally, the disk is installed on the stud with a
screw fastening tool.

The primary concern when determining which solution to


choose will be the level of corrosion resistance required.
For marine environments, Hilti offers a stainless steel grating
or checkerplate disk and powder-actuated stud. Stainless
steel studs are attached directly using Hilti powder-actuated
tools, while the disk is then attached using a screw fastening
tool. If through penetration of the base material is not desired,
or if the base material onto which the grating panels are
installed is very thick, an option for stud attachment is the Hilti
X-BT system. The Hilti X-BT system consists of a specialized

For less corrosive environments, Hilti offers the X-GR RU


powder-actuated fasteners which feature stainless steel
fasteners and duplex coated (similar to hot dip galvanized)
pre-mounted saddle clip fasteners. These fasteners offer
high productivity and corrosion resistance at a level which
is typically needed in non-marine, semi-corrosive exposed
environments. For those cases where powder-actuated
solutions are not desired, Hilti also offers a mechanical clamp,
the X-MGR. This fastener features a hot dip galvanized
coating, and will fit most standard open bar grating panels.

X-FCM Grating Disk System

X-GR RU Grating Fastening System

X-MGR Grating Fastening System

Hilti Grating and Checkerplate Product Selection Guide1


Corrosion Resistance
Hilti
System

Connecton Type
Grating/
Checkerplate Height
in. (mm)

Base Steel
Thickness
in. (mm)

PowderActuated/
Mechanical

Permanent/
Removable

Powder-Actuated

Removable5

Powder-Actuated

Removable5

Hot-Dipped
Galvanized

Stainless
Steel

X-FCM Grating
Disk System

X-FCM-M
Duplex Coated2

X-FCM-R

Steel or FRP Grating


1 to 2 (25 to 50)

X-FCP Checkerplate
Disk System

X-FCP-F
Duplex Coated2

X-FCP-R

Checkerplate
1/4 to 1/2 (6 to 12)

X-GR RU Grating
Fastening System

Duplex Coated2

Steel Grating
1 to 1-1/2 (25 to 38)

1/4 to 1/24
(6 to 12)

Powder-Actuated

Removable5

X-MGR Grating
Fastening System

Minimum 45 m

Steel Grating
1 to 1-1/2 (25 to 38)

1/8 to 1
(3 to 25)

Mechanical

Removable

1/43
( 6)

1. Reference entire section for specific details on allowable load values, selection and installation. More information on X-FCM Grating and X-FCP Checkerplate
Disk Systems can be found in Section 3.4.2. More information on X-GR RU and X-MGR Grating Systems can be found in Section 3.4.3.
2. Duplex coating tested to 480 hours salt spray test per DIN 50021 and 10 cycles Kesternich test per DIN 50018/2.0 (Comparable to 45 microns HDG coating).
3. X-BT M8 threaded studs require a minimum steel thickness of 5/16" (8 mm) to ensure no through point penetration. X-CRM8 threaded studs have an application limit
of 1/2" (12 mm).
4. Fastening X-GR RU fasteners into base material thicknesses greater than 1/2" (12 mm) is possible when pre-drilling is used. Reference X-GR RU section for
more information.
5. Disk or saddle may be removed easily. Threaded stud or base will remain in base steel unless removed by overloading fastener.

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3.4.2 X-FCM & X-FCP Grating & Checkerplate


3.4.2.1

Product Description

3.4.2.2 Material Specifications


3.4.2.3 Technical Data
3.4.2.4 Installation Instructions
3.4.2.5 Ordering Information

X-FCM

X-FCP

HILTI

Bar grating (with X-FCM)

3.4.2.1 Product Description


The Hilti Grating Fastening System
consists of the X-FCM Grating Disk, an
8 mm powder-actuated threaded stud,
and a powder-actuated tool equipped
with a special grating adapter that fits
through the bar grating and contacts
the base steel. The X-FCM Grating
Disk is available in three lengths to
accommodate grating thickness of 1"
to 2". Carbon steel disks are available
with duplex coating (X-FCM-M). The
stainless steel disks (X-FCM-R) offer the
highest corrosion resistance. The 8 mm
threaded studs are available in stainless
steel.
The X-FCP Fastening System is used to
fasten flat floorplates with thicknesses
of 1/4" to 1/2" to supporting steel
structures. The Hilti X-FCP Fastening
System includes the X-FCP Disk, an
8 mm powder-actuated threaded
stud and a powder-actuated tool with
specialized adapter. The adapter is
designed to fit through a 3/4" diameter
pre-drilled hole in the checkerplate or
other similar solid flooring material, and
contact the base steel. The X-FCP Disk
is available in duplex coated carbon
steel (X-FCP-F) or stainless steel
(X-FCP-R). The 8 mm threaded studs
are available in stainless steel.
Product Features
Grating or checkerplate are fastened in place
Topside only access needed

Guide Specification
05500 Metal Fabrications
05530 Grating
Disk: X-FCM Disk shall be duplex
coated carbon steel or stainless steel,
which consists of an assembly of a disk
and an 8 mm internally threaded screw
manufactured by Hilti.
Stud: Powder-actuated threaded stud
for attaching the X-FCM Disk shall be
X-CRM8-15-12, X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R
stainless steel studs manufactured
by Hilti.
Installation: Contact a manufacturers
representative from Hilti to provide
training to the operators at the
project site.
05540 Floor Plates
Disk: X-FCP Disk shall be duplex
coated carbon steel or stainless steel,
which consists of an assembly of a disk
and an 8 mm internally threaded screw
manufactured by Hilti.
Stud: Powder-actuated threaded stud
for attaching the X-FCP Disk shall be
X-CRM8-9-12 or X-CRM8-15-12
stainless steel studs manufactured
by Hilti.
Installation: Contact a manufacturers
representative from Hilti to provide
training to the operators at the
project site.

Removable* and reusable*


Checker plate (with X-FCP disk)

Listings/Approvals
ABS (American Bureau of Shipping)
for X-FCM-R and X-FCP-R
Lloyds Register
for all X-FCM types and X-FCP-R
DNV Certification
for X-FCM-M and X-FCM-R
GL (Germanischer Lloyd)

Corrosion resistance of stainless


disks and X-CRM8 Threaded Studs
Non-trip profile
Non-slip surfaces
No electrical or pneumatic power
required
* Only disk part of fastener can be removed and
reused. Threaded stud remains in place unless
removed by overloading the fastener.

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X-FCM & X-FCP Grating & Checkerplate 3.4.2


3.4.2.2 Material Specifications
X-FCM-M & X-FCP-F
Material
Coating
Carbon Steel
65 m Zinc
Carbon Steel
Duplex1
SAE 316 Equivalent
None

Component
Disk
Threaded Extension
Threaded Stud

X-FCM-R & X-FCP-R


Material
Coating
SAE 316
None
SAE 316
None
SAE 316 Equivalent
None

1. 480 hour salt spray test per DIN 50021 and 10 cycles Kesternich test per DIN 50018/2.0 (Comparable to 45 microns HDG coating).

3.4.2.3 Technical Data


Allowable Static Tension Loads for X-FCM-M or X-FCM-R with Grating, lb (kN)1,2,4
Rectangular Grid Barspacing in. (mm)
(19)
(30)
3/4
1-3/16
180
(0.8)
180
(0.8)
315
(1.4)
225
(1.0)

Fastener
Description
X-FCM-M
X-FCM-R

3/4
405
405

Square Grid Barspacing in. (mm)


(19)
(30)
1-3/16
180
(0.8)
(1.8) 3
(1.8) 3
225
(1.0)

1. Allowable loads represent the capacity of the Hilti Grating System only. The capacity of the grid must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2. Unless otherwise noted, load values are limited by plastic deformation of the X-FCM disk.
3. Allowable load value is limited by recommended load for threaded stud.
4. X-FCM-M and X-FCM-R Fastening Systems resist shear by friction and are not suitable for explicit shear load designs, e.g. diaphragms. Depending on
surface characteristics, shear loads of up to 65 lb (0.3 kN) will not result in permanent deformation. Therefore, small unexpected shear loads can generally be
accommodated without damage.

Allowable Static Tension Load for


X-FCP-F & X-FCP-R with Checkerplate1,3
Allowable
Tension Loads2
lb
(kN)

Fastener
Description
X-FCP-F
X-FCP-R

405

(1.8)

1. Allowable loads represent capacity of X-FCP disk


or threaded stud. The capacity of checkerplate
must be investigated in accordance with accepted
design criteria.
2. Allowable load value is limited by the recommended
load for the X-CRM8 threaded stud.
3. X-FCP-F and X-FCP-R are not intended for
shear loading.

3.4.2.4 Installation Instructions


Product Selection Guide for Grating

L
19.6
[0.768"]

16
[0.630"]
10.3

L+4[0.157"]

8.6[0.339"]

50[1.969"]

Duplex Coated

Grating
Disk
Threaded
Stud

Stainless Steel

Grating Height

in.

(mm)

in.

(mm)

X-FCM-R 25/30

0.906

(23)

1 to 1-3/16

(25-30)

X-FCM-M 1 -1/4

X-FCM-R 1-1/4

1.063

(27)

1-1/4

(32)

X-FCM-M 35/40

X-FCM-R 35/40

1.299

(33)

1-3/8 to 1-9/16

(35-40)

X-FCM-M 45/50

X-FCM-R 45/50

1.693

(43)

1-3/4 to 2

(45-50)

X-FCM-M 25/30

[0.406"]
5[0.197"]

X-CRM8-15-12 FP10
X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R

1. 480 hour salt spray test per DIN 50021 and 10 cycles Kesternich test per DIN 50018/2.0 (Comparable to 45 microns
HDG coating).

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3.4.2 X-FCM & X-FCP Grating & Checkerplate


Threaded stud placing
X-CRM8-15-12
hNVS = 5/8" to 25/32"
(16.0 to 20.0 mm)
t II = 1/4" to 1/2"
(6 to 12 mm)

Tightening torque

Fitting tolerances/height of grating (dimensions in mm)

Tmax = 6.0 ft-lb (8.0 N-m) for


X-CRM8 studs.

Min. grating height = L + 2

hNVS

TMAX

16

26.5

Governing requirement:
Minimum 2 mm clearance
between X-FCM and surface of base steel to allow
for deflections
Example:
X-FCM 25/30
Min. grating ht. = 23 + 2 = 25 mm
Max. grating ht. = 23 + 7 = 30 mm
Grating height of 32 can be
accommodated if
hNVS 18 mm

t II

23

L
20

18

21.5

NVS
hhNVS

thII

Set clutch to appropriate


setting to obtain desired
torque.

Tmax = 6.0 ft-lb (8.0 N-m) for


X-BT M8 studs.1
Tightening tool:
Hilti screwdriver SF 121-A
SF 150-A or SF 180-A with
5 mm Torx Bit

X-BT M8-15-6 SNR12


hNVS = 5/8" to 11/16"
(15.7 to 16.8 mm)
t II 5/16" (8 mm)

Max. grating height = L + 7

Governing requirement:
Minimum 5 mm thread
engagement at the
minimum allowable
stand-off, hNVS.
Note:
The maximum grating
height for an X-FCM
type can be extended if
hNVS is tightly controlled
(e.g. at 18 mm instead of
16 mm).*

1. Reference Section 3.2.10 for more details on proper installaton of X-BTfasteners.

Installation procedure for bar grating


1. Place the grating sections 2. Widen opening at fastening 3. Place the threaded stud
following recognized safety
precautions.

4. Tighten the disk, without


exceeding maximum tightening torque

30

11/16"
hNVS
NVS

11/16"

* Maximum grating height can be extended with the use of the X-SEA-R30 M8. Reference the installation procedure found on page 82.
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X-FCM & X-FCP Grating & Checkerplate 3.4.2


Product Selection Guide for Checkerplate
Fastening Height in. (mm)

X-FCP Disk1

DX 76 2 / DX 460 F10 Grating Stud

DX 460-GR Stud

1/4 to 21/64
(6.4 to 8.3)
11/32 to 1/2
(8.7 to 12.7)
1/4 to 1/2
(6.4 to 12.7)

X-FCP-F5/10
X-FCP-R5/10
X-FCP-F5/10
X-FCP-R5/10

X-CRM8-9-12P10
Stud Stand-off 31/64" 37/64"
X-CRM8-15-12P10
Stud Stand-off 41/64" 25/32"

X-CRM8-9-12P8
Stud Stand-off 31/64" 37/64"
X-CRM8-15-12P8
Stud Stand-off 41/64" 25/32"

X-FCP sealing ring

Optional

Optional

1. X-FCP-F = Duplex Coated Carbon Steel, X-FCP-R = Stainless


2. Additional equipment required

Installation procedure for checkerplate

1. Place and align the plate


section following recognized
safety precautions.

Trec

3.7 6 ftlb
(5-8 Nm)

2. Install the 8 mm stainless


threaded stud through the
pre-drilled hole.
3. Start the X-FCP on the stud
by hand.

4.Tighten the disk, without


exceeding maximum
tightening torque.
*hNVS = Stud Standoff Length

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3.4.2 X-FCM & X-FCP Grating & Checkerplate


Installation Procedure for bar grating with X-SEA-R30 M81

1. Installation procedure to be used in conjunction with bar grating procedures found on page 80. X-SEA-R 30 M8 only to be used for grating attachment.

3.4.2.5 Ordering Information


Grating Disks
Description

Coating/Material

Box Qty

X-FCM-M 25/30
X-FCM-M 35/40
X-FCM-M 1-1/4
X-FCM-M 45/50
X-FCM-R 25/30
X-FCM-R 35/40
X-FCM-R 1-1/4
X-FCM-R 45/50

Duplex Coated
Duplex Coated
Duplex Coated
Duplex Coated
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

100
100
100
100
100
100
100
100

Description

Coating/Material

Box Qty

X-CRM8-15-12 FP10
X-CRM8-15-12 P8
X-CRM8-9-12 FP10
X-CRM8-9-12 P8
X-BT M8-15-6 SN12-R

Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

100
100
100
100
100

Description

Coating/Material

Box Qty

X-FCP-F5/10
X-FCP-R5/10
X-FCP Sealing Ring
X-SEA

Duplex Coated
Stainless Steel
Polyurethane

200
200
200

Description

Coating/Material

Box Qty

X-SEA

Stainless Steel

100

Threaded Studs

Checkerplate Disks

Grating Extensions

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X-GR RU & X-MGR Grating Fastening Systems 3.4.3


3.4.3.1 Product Description
Hilti provides a wide range of solutions
for the attachment of grating. These
solutions allow attachment of different
grating heights, have HDG* equivalent
corrosion resistance and provide
removable or permanent grating
attachment.

3.4.3.1

3.4.3.2 Material Specifications

Product Features





Product Description

Grating fastened in place


Topside only access needed
Removable and reusable**
Corrosion resistance of HDG*
Non-trip profile
No electrical or pneumatic
power required

3.4.3.3 Technical Data


3.4.3.4

Installation Instructions

3.4.3.5 Ordering Information

* Refer to material specifications below for more details on coatings.


** Only saddle clip and screw parts of X-GR RU fasteners can be removed and reused.

3.4.3.2 Material Specifications


X-GR RU
System
Component
Material
Coating
Saddle Clip
Carbon Steel
Duplex1
Powder-Actuated Fastener Stainless Steel
8 m Zinc2
Screw
Carbon Steel
Duplex1
Nut

Nut Holder

X-MGR
Material
Coating
Carbon Steel
65 m Zinc

Carbon Steel
60 m Zinc
Carbon Steel
45 m Zinc
Stainless Steel

1. Duplex coating tested to 480 hours salt spray test per DIN 50021 and 10 cycles Kesternich test per DIN
50018/2.0 (Comparable to 45 microns HDG coating).

X-GR RU Grating Fastening System

2. Zinc coating on X-GR RU stainless steel powder-actuated fasteners are for improved driving performance
during installation..

3.4.3.3 Technical Data


Allowable Static Tension Loads for Hilti Grating Fastening Systems1,2,3
Fastener
Description

Bearing Bar
Spacing4
in. (mm)

Base Steel Thickness


in. (mm)

Allowable
Tension Load
lb. (kN)

X-GR RU

1 to 1-1/4

(25 to 32)

1/4 to 1/2

(6 to 12)5

180 (0.8)

X-MGR

1-3/16

( 30)

1/8 to 1

(3 to 25)

135 (0.6)

1. Allowable loads represent the static capacity of the Hilti Grating System only. The capacity of the grid
must be investigated in accordance with accepted design criteria.
2. Allowable load values are limited by plastic deformation of the X-GR RU or X-MGR saddle clip.
3. X-GR RU and X-MGR Grating Fastening Systems resist shear by friction and are not suitable for explicit
shear load designs, (e.g. diaphragms). Depending on surface characteristics, shear loads of up to 65 lb
(0.3 kN) will not result in permanent deformation. Therefore, small unexpected shear loads can generally
be accommodated without damage.
4. Reference installation instructions for more details regarding bearing and cross bar dimensions.
5. Fastening X-GR RU fasteners into base material thicknesses greater than 1/2" (12 mm) is possible when
pre-drilling is used. Reference X-GR RU installation instructions for more information.

X-MGR Grating Fastening System

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3.4.3 X-GR RU & X-MGR Grating Fastening Systems


3.4.3.4 Installation Instructions (including selection guides)
General Spacing Edge Distance & Base Steel Thickness Guidelines

X-GR RU

X-MGR

Edge Distance: c 1/2" (12 mm)


Spacing: s 5/8" (15mm)
Base Steel Thickness: tll = 1/4" to 1/2" (6 mm to 12 mm)*
* Fastening X-GR RU fasteners into base steel thicknesses greater than 1/2" (12 mm) is possible
when pre-drilling is used. Reference X-GR RU installation instructions for more information.

Edge Distance: No general restriction for end of beam condition


(reference X-MGR Installation Procedures for more detail).
Spacing: No general restriction.
Base Steel (Flange) Thickness: 1/8" to 1" (3 mm to 25 mm)

X-GR RU Selection Guide for Grating


Fastener
Description
X-GR RU 1"
X-GR RU 1-1/4"
X-GR RU 1-1/2"

Nominal Grating Min. Cross Bar


Height
Spacing2
in. (mm)
in. (mm)
1
(25)
1-3/16
(32)
X-CR 20-4.5R Zn P8 1-1/4
(30)
(38)
1-1/2
Powder-Actuated
Fastener1

Bearing Bar
Spacing2
in. (mm)

Base Steel
Thickness3
in. (mm)

DX Tool

1 to 1-1/4
(25 to 32)

1/4 to 1/2
(6 to 12)

DX 460-GR
with 6.8/11M
black cartridges

1. Comes pre-assembled as part of X-GR RU fastener.


2. Reference step 2 of the X-GR RU Installation Procedures below for more details on bar spacing requirements.
3. Fastening X-GR RU fasteners into base material thicknesses greater than 1/2" (12 mm) is possible when pre-drilling is used. Reference X-GR RU installation
instructions for more information.

X-GR RU Standard Installation Procedures for Grating (without pre-drilling)


1. Place the grating sections following
recognized safety precautions.

2. Install X-GR RU Fastener

3. Tighten the screw


Trec = 2.2 3.7 ft-lb (3 - 5 Nm)
Tightening tool:
Screw driver with torque release
coupling (TRC)
6 mm Allen-type bit

Note: position the flat side of the fastener guide


to the saddle!

4. Check Installed Fastener

Bearing bar spacing (a): a = 1


 " to 1-1/4"
(25 to 32 mm)
Cross bar spacing (b): b 1
 -3/16"
(30 mm)

Hilti Screw Driver


SF 121-A
SF 150-A

Torque Setting
TRC 5 7
TRC 3 5

Do not over tighten: The saddle of the


fastener should not be bent.
= 0.28" 0.41"
(7.0 mm 10.5 mm)
4a. Check nail stand-off (h ).
4b. Check that screw has not been over
tightened as shown in step 3.
h

NVS

NVS

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X-GR RU Installation Procedures for Grating (with pre-drilling)

Trec = 2.2-3.7 ft-lb (3-5 Nm)


6 mm

1. Pre-drilling should only be used when necessary. Thick, > 1/2" (12mm), or very hard steel base materials may require the use of pre-drilling.
2. These instructions should be used in conjunction with the installation instructions without pre-drilling (e.g. placement of grating, bearing and cross bar spacing
requirements, tool recommendations and checking of installed fastener).

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X-MGR Selection Guide for Grating
Fastener
Description

Powder-Actuated
Fastener

Grating Height
in. (mm)

X-MGR-W60

None

1 to 1-1/2
(25 to 38)

Minimum
Cross Bar
Spacing1
in. (mm)
1-3/16
(30)

Bearing Bar
Spacing1
in. (mm)
1
(25)

Maximum
Bearing Bar
Thickness1
in. (mm)
3/16
(4.8)

Base Steel
Thickness
in. (mm)

Fastening
Tool

1/8 to 1
(3 to 25)

SF 121-A,
SF 150-A

1. Reference step 2 of the X-MGR Installation Procedures below for more details on bar spacing and thickness requirements.

X-MGR Installation Procedures for Grating


1. Place the grating sections following
recognized safety precautions.

2. Place the X-MGR Fastener

3. Tighten the screw


Trec = 3.7 - 6.0 ft-lb
(5 - 8 Nm)
Tightening tool:
Screw driver with torque release
coupling (TRC)
1/4" Allen-type bit

4. Check
4a. Check that the indentation line on
the clip is positioned under the steel
flange as shown below.
indentation line
X-MGR
W60

1"
1-3/16" 3/16"
(25 mm) (30 mm) (4.8 mm)

Hilti Screw Driver


SF 121-A
SF 150-A

Torque Setting
TRC 7 11
TRC 5 9

Do not over tighten: The saddle of the


fastener should not be bent.

4b. Check that screw has not been over


tightened as shown in step 3.

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3.4.3.5 Ordering Information
DX 460-GR
Description
DX 460-GR Deluxe Grating Tool
Includes tool, ramrod, cleaning brushes, cleaning cloth, spray lubricant
and operating instructions in an impactresistant plastic tool box

Replacement Parts

Guide Sleeve

Description
X-460-F8GR Fastener Guide Assembly
X-460-TGR Fastener Guide Sleeve
X-460-PGR Piston

X-GR RU Fastener
Fastener Only Packs
Non-Combo Description
X-GR RU 1" 25/30 CR 20 P8
X-GR RU 1-1/4" CR 20 P8
X-GR RU 1-1/2" CR 20 P8
Combo packs (includes equal quantities of fasteners and cartridges)
Description
X-GR RU 1" Grating Fastener Cartridge Combo
X-GR RU 1-1/4" Grating Fastener Cartridge Combo
X-GR RU 1-1/2" Grating Fastener Cartridge Combo
X-GR RU 1" Grating Fastener Partial Pallet Combo
X-GR RU 1-1/4" Grating Fastener Partial Pallet Combo
X-GR RU 1-1/2" Grating Fastener Partial Pallet Combo

Fastener Guide Assembly

Qty
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
Qty
100 pcs
100 pcs
100 pcs
2400 pcs
2400 pcs
2400 pcs

X-MGR Fastener
Fastener Only Packs
Description
X-MGR W 60
X-MGR Mechanical Grating Fastener Pallet

Qty
20 pcs
2560 pcs

.27 Caliber Cartridge Short (strips of 10 each)


Fastener Only Packs
Description
6.8/18 M Black Extra Heavy (Power Level 6)
Pre-drilling Tools for X-GR RU Installation
Description
XBT 4000-A
TX-GR-RU 3.4/10.5-110 Stepped Drill Bit
TX-GR-RU 3.4/10.5-110 Stepped Drill Bit (10 pack)
S-B HEX 6 Bit

Qty
100 pcs
Qty
1 pcs
1 pcs
10 pcs
1 pcs

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3.5.1 Steel Deck Fastener Design & Selection


3.5.1.1 Steel Deck Terminology & Definitions
3.5.1.1.1 Decking Fastener

Terminology
DX
= Hilti terminology for direct fastening
powder-actuated technology
ENP =


Hilti fastener type used for attaching steel deck


to structural support steel with DX 76 and
DX 860-ENP powder-actuated tools
(X-ENP19 L15)

= diaphragm flexibility factor, micro-inch/lb


(mm x 10-6/N)

= diaphragm shear stiffness lb/in. (N/mm x 10-6)

HSN = Hilti High Shear Nail fastener type for attaching



steel deck to bar joist support steel used
with DX 860-HSN and DX 460-SM
powder-actuated tools (X-EDN19 THQ12,
X-EDNK22 THQ12)
q

= allowable diaphragm shear, plf (N/mm)

Qf

= structural connector strength, lb (kN)

Qs

= fastener strength, panel to panel, lb (kN)

Sf
= fastener flexibility factor, panel to frame,
in./kip (mm/kN)
Ss
= fastener flexibility factor, panel to panel,
in./kip (mm/kN)
t f ( t || ) = flange thickness of beam or bar joist for steel
deck applications, in. (mm)
ICC-ES = International Code Council - Evaluation Service
SDI

= Steel Deck Institute

CSSBI = Canadian Sheet Steel Building Institute

3.5.1.1.2 X-HVB (Section 3.5.6)


Terminology
hr

= nominal rib height, in. (mm)

Hs

= connector height, in. (mm)

Nr

= number of connectors in one rib

= allowable shear strength, lb (kN)

Qn

= nominal shear strength, lb (kN)

Rg

= coefficient to account for group effect

wr

= average width of rib, in. (mm)

Ycon

= distance from top of steel beam to top


of concrete slab, in. (mm)

3.5.1.1.3 Steel Deck Definitions


Base Material - The existing part of the work that is a base
for the fastening. The structural steel or bar joist framing
members in steel deck applications.
Beam - One of the principal horizontal supporting members
of a building.
Burn Through - Unintended welding-related holes created
in steel deck.
Button Punch - A mechanical means of connecting two
pieces of sheet metal together by crimping with a special
tool. This method is used on BI or interlocking deck panels.
Direct Fastening - A fastening method in which the
fastenings are made without any preparation steps such
as drilling a hole. Examples are powder-actuated fastening,
self-drilling screws and welding.
Diaphragm Deck - A decking system which is designed
to carry lateral loads due to wind or seismic action in addition
to gravity loads and wind uplift.
Endlap - The overlap of adjacent steel deck panels at the
ends of the panels (end edges perpendicular to the steel deck
panel fluting). Typically specified as 2 or 4 inches. Butted
deck with no endlap should be used for thicker steel deck.
Fastener Pattern - The number and spacing of fasteners at
each support for a steel deck panel.
Fastened Material - The component that must be attached
to the base or supporting material.
Fastening - The combination of fastener, fastened material
and base material all in final position.
Fastening System - The fastener, fastening tool and driving
power source all taken together as a system with specific
performance characteristics.
Gauge - A measure of thickness for sheet metal. Reference
Section 3.5.1.7 for common steel deck gauges.
Interlocking Sidelap (BI Connection) - Steel deck panels
having male and female side edges. The adjacent deck panel
male and female edges interlock into each other when the
deck is installed. The interlocks are fastened together using
button punches, proprietary punch systems, welds,
or screws
Joist - A structural member in a building which is used to
support a floor or roof.

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Nestable Sidelap-Steel deck type in which the side edge of a
steel deck panel contains a partial valley profile and overlaps,
or nests" on top of the side edge of the adjacent steel deck
panel, which contains a full valley profile. Often fastened
together using self-drilling stitch screws.
Non-Diaphragm Deck-A steel deck system which is
designed to carry only gravity loads.
Pneumatic Tool-A tool that uses compressed air to drive
a fastener.
Powder-Actuated Cartridge-A powder filled metal casing
used as the source of driving energy in a powder-actuated
tool. The ANSI A10.3 terminology is a cased powder load."
Powder-Actuated Fastener (PAF)-A nail or threaded stud
fastener capable of being driven into steel, concrete or
masonry. Fasteners may be equipped with washers suitable
for clamping the fastened material to the base or supporting
material. Also referred to as Hilti DX, powder-actuated
fasteners (PAF), power-driven fasteners (PDF), drive pins
or shot pins.
Powder-Actuated Tool-A tool that uses expanding gases
from powder-actuated cartridges to drive a fastener.
Powder-Actuated, Indirect-Acting Tool-A powder-actuated
tool in which the expanding gas of the powder load acts on
a captive piston, which in turn drives the fastener into the
base material. If the test velocity of the lightest fastener when
using the strongest powder load is less than 328 fps (100
m/s), the tool meets the ANSI A10.3 requirements and is
classified as a low-velocity tool. All Hilti powder-actuated
tools used in the construction industry are classified as
low velocity.

Pullout-As related to fasteners, a failure mode that occurs


when the fastener pulls out of the base steel support.
Pullover-As related to fasteners, a failure mode that occurs
when the steel deck panel pulls over the fastener head or
washer(s).
Punch Systems-A mechanical means of connecting two
pieces of sheet metal together by punching through the steel
to create a flap of metal which is then crimped. This is done
with a proprietary pneumatic tool on interlocking deck panels.
Purlin-A secondary horizontal structural member attached to
the primary frame and supporting the roof covering.
Sidelap-The side edge overlap of adjacent steel deck
panels (side edges parallel to the steel deck panel fluting).
Stitch Screws-Screws used to fasten the overlapping edges
of two deck panels between joists or beams.
Tack Weld-A weld of no structural significance. Used for
temporary attachment of steel to the supporting frame. A
weld made to hold the parts in proper alignment until the final
welds are made.
Uplift-Vertical load on the steel deck panels due to
wind forces.
Wind Tacking-Limited fastening of the steel deck panel
at the edges to hold the panels in place until all specified
fastenings have been made.

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3.5.1 Steel Deck Fastener Design & Selection


3.5.1.2 Steel Deck Diaphragm Design & Theory
3.5.1.2.1 General Discussion
A steel deck diaphragm is a horizontal assembly that resists
wind, seismic and other lateral forces. A diaphragm can
be modeled as a horizontal beam with interconnected floor
and roof deck units that act as the beam web. Intermediate
joists or beams act as web stiffeners and perimeter beams or
reinforcement on the diaphragm perimeter act as the beam
flanges. Figure 1, based on graphics from the Steel Deck
Institute (SDI) Diaphragm Design Manual, depicts a roof deck
diaphragm model.
Design of steel deck diaphragms has traditionally been
done using the Steel Deck Institute (SDI) Diaphragm Design
Manual or Technical Manual (TM) 5-809-10 Seismic Design
for Buildings, Departments of the Army, Navy and Air Force
(Tri-Services Design Manual). Both methods provide the basic
equations for determining the strength and stiffness of the
diaphragm considering the following parameters:

1. Steel Deck Profile Type and Thickness


2. Supporting Steel Frame Spacing or Deck Span
3. Frame Fastener Type and Spacing (connector for steel
deck to steel frame)
4. Sidelap Fastener Type and Spacing (connector for steel
deck panel edge to edge)
5. Safety Factors (ASD) or Resistance Factors (LRFD/LSD)
based on load type (wind, seismic, other) and fastening
type (mechanical, weld)
ICC Evaluation Services recognizes both design methods
as acceptable in AC43, Acceptance Criteria for Steel
Deck Roof and Floor Systems. An ICC Evaluation Service
Report (ESR) based on ICC-ES AC43 provides recognition
for use with the IBC. Hilti deck fasteners are currently listed
in the SDI DDM03 and Appendix VI and were evaluated in
ICC-ES ESR-2776, ESR-2197 and ESR-2199. Hilti deck
fastener performance with proprietary sidelap clinching
systems is also documented in ESR-1116, ESR-1735P,
ESR-1169 and ESR-1414. Additional industry research
on quasi-static and seismic/cyclic load performance of
diaphragms is ongoing. Other system approvals and
evaluation reports are pending.

Figure 1 Diaphragm Model

3.5.1.2.2 Fastener Test Programs


Many small element and full scale test programs have
been conducted using Hilti deck fasteners to evaluate their
performance.
1. Small Element Connection Tests
Small element connection tests are used to determine
fastener pullout, pullover and lap-joint shear strength and
stiffness with sheet steel and base steel representative of
typical construction. The data is analyzed and used in a
predictive model to calculate the performance of the larger
steel deck diaphragm assembly or system. These tests are
conducted in accordance with the following standards, and
shown in Figure 2.

AISI TS-5 (S905) Test Methods for Mechanically Fastened


Cold-Formed Steel Connections
ASTM E 1190 Standard Test Methods for Strength of
Power-Actuated Fasteners Installed In Structural Members
ICC-ES AC70 Acceptance Criteria for Fasteners Power
Driven Into Concrete, Steel and Masonry Elements
ICC-ES AC118 Acceptance Criteria for Tapping Screw
Fasteners

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Figure 2 Small Element Connection Tests


2. Full Scale Diaphragm System Tests
Full scale diaphragm system tests are used to determine
the strength and stiffness of a larger steel deck diaphragm
assembly directly. The data is analyzed and fit in a predictive
model to address varying configurations of base steel, steel
deck, specific fastener combinations and spans. These tests
are conducted in accordance with the following standards and
shown in Figures 3, 4 and 5.

ICC-ES AC43 Acceptance Criteria for Steel Deck


Roof and Floor Systems
AISI TS-7 (S907) Cantilever Test Method for
Cold-Formed Steel Diaphragms
ASTM E 455 Standard Test Method for Static Load
Testing of Framed Floor or Roof Diaphragm
Constructions for Buildings

Figure 3 ICC-ES AC43 Diaphragm Test Frame Schematics

30
'-0
"

"
24'-0

Figure 4 AC43 Diaphragm Test Frame


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Load (kips)

Hilti powder-actuated deck fasteners are recognized


alternatives to arc spot puddle welds and self-drilling screws.
The fasteners can be used on roof deck diaphragms as well
as composite concrete filled floor diaphragms. Hilti provides
training for powder-actuated tool operators in accordance
with ANSI A10.3 Safety Requirements for Powder-Actuated
Fastening Systems.

Displacement [inch]

Figure 5 AC43 Deck Diaphragm Load Displacement Curve

Hilti Mechanical Fastening Systems Provide Superior


Solutions for Attaching Steel Deck to Steel Support
Members
Consistent Fastening Quality
High Production Rate
No Burn Throughs or Joist Damage from Welding
Superior Cyclic Load Performance

3.5.1.2.3 Proper Fastener Selection & Steel Deck Layout


(Pre-Fastener Installation)
Selection of the proper Hilti deck fastener depends on the
supporting base steel thickness as shown in Section 3.5.1.3.1.
The Hilti Deck Fastener Selection Gauge shown in Figure 6 should
be used by the decking installer to confirm fastener selection.
The cut-out slot on the gauge is fit against the bar joist top chord
or steel beam flange. As the internal card slides in the gauge, the
proper Hilti deck fastener is highlighted with a green box. A red
box indicates that the corresponding Hilti deck fastener is outside
the base material application limits and should not be used for
steel deck fastening to the base material being gauged.

Figure 6 Hilti Deck Fastener Selection Gauge


Steel deck installers must layout deck properly and mark
frame fastening lines in order to ensure that steel deck
panels are connected to the supporting steel frame. Marking
frame fastening lines is essential when attaching steel deck
to thin base steels (tII < 1/4"), including open web steel joists.
For all applications, the fasteners should be installed at least
3/8" (10 mm) from the edge or toe of the joist top chord or light
steel beam flange. Additionally, when installing into a bar joist
top chord (angle), the fasteners need to be installed at a distance
from the angle, bx 8 x tII. Reference Figure 7 for edge distance
and bx dimensions.

Rolled beam or wide


flange shape

Angles or joist top chords


bx
t ||

3/8"

t ||
3/8"

bx 8 t ||
Figure 7 Edge Distance Recommendations
Extra care must be taken at the endlap and corner lap
conditions where multiple layers of steel deck nest or interlock
on adjacent panels. It is particularly important that endlap
and corner lap conditions of two and four deck layers must
be snug and tight against one another and the supporting
steel frame in order for the fastening to be made as shown
in Figure 8. Tight endlap and corner lap requirements are
independent of the fastening type and contribute directly to
the performance of arc spot welds, screws, powder-actuated
fasteners, punches and crimps/clinches. If the steel deck
endlaps and corner laps are not tight, a proper fastening
cannot be made.

Figure 8 Tight Nesting of Steel Deck Sheets

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3.5.1.2.4 Fastener Inspection (Post-Fastener Installation)
Steel deck construction projects may present a challenge
with respect to the quality control of connections between
sheet steel and the supporting steel structure. Quality control
measures for traditional fastening methods typically consist
of visual checks and dimensional or size verifications, which
may or may not confirm a proper fastening. Field verification
of the adequacy of powder-actuated mechanical steel deck
fastenings can be conducted as described in this section.
The use of mechanical fasteners does not imply a need
to inspect every fastening point unless specified by the
Structural Engineer. No guideline standards are published
by SDI, AWS, AISC or OSHA for percentages of steel
deck connections that must be checked or that can be
unsatisfactory. This determination must be made by the
Structural Engineer and Authority Having Jurisdiction.
Hilti has multiple systems in
place that help ensure steel deck
fastenings are done correctly
the first time. Together with
a commitment to field quality
control by the steel deck
installer, these systems may
alleviate the need for postfastener installation inspection.
Hilti has over one thousand
Account Managers and Field
Engineers available for training
steel deck installers. This handson training includes the use
of the Hilti Powder-Actuated
Tools in accordance with ANSI
Figure 9
A10.3 safety requirements, use
Hilti Power
of the Deck Fastener Selector
Adjustment Guide
Gauge, proper steel deck layout
and end/corner lap nesting as
discussed in Section 3.5.1.2.3. Proper fastener, tool and
cartridge selection as discussed in Section 3.5.1.3, as well as
the use of the Hilti Power Adjustment Guide, shown in Figure
9 and discussed in more detail in Section 3.5.1.3.3, are also
key elements of the installer training. Furthermore, the Hilti
DX 860-HSN tools come equipped with piston brakes, which
virtually eliminate the possibility of overdriven fasteners.

There are three main characteristics of proper fastenings that


must be considered:
1. Fasteners installed in proper locations. The fasteners
must be installed in the proper steel deck valleys or flutes in
accordance with the structural roof and floor deck plans and
design, and in the proper location in the base steel (Reference
Section 3.5.1.2.3). The fastener point must penetrate into,
but not necessarily through, the supporting steel (top chord
or flange), depending on the fastener/deck/base steel
configuration.
2. Clamping of fastened part to base material.
The fasteners must clamp the steel deck down to the base
steel (top chord or flange). There should not be any visible
gaps between the steel deck and the base steel or between
steel deck laps.
3. Washer placement and condition. In general, the
fastener washer edges must be clamping the steel deck sheet
to the base steel. The washers should not curl upwards away
from the deck surface and must not be digging or cutting
into the steel deck surface. For the X-EDN19 and X-EDNK22
fasteners, the top hat washer must be compressed. For the
X-ENP-19 fastener, the piston mark (indentation) should be
clearly visible on the fastener washer as shown in Figure 10.

Piston Mark

Figure 10 X-ENP-19 L15 Piston Mark (indentation)


When the inspector is unclear about the compression of the
top hat washer or the piston mark, the Hilti Power Adjustment
Guide may be used to ensure proper fastener nailhead standoff, hNVS. Note that measuring nail head stand-off does not
verify proper fastener embedment unless the steel deck and
base material are tightly clamped, with the base steel not
deformed or bent.
The following Figures 11 and 12 provide visual examples of
proper and improper steel deck fastenings for Hilti bar joist
(X-EDN19/X-EDNK22) and structural steel (X-ENP-19 L15)
fasteners, respectively.

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Top Hat not collapsed, not
snug against washer and
not clamping deck sheet
to base steel

Excessive hNVS

Figure 11a. Under Driven X-EDN19/X-EDNK22 Fastener with Single


Sheet to Base Steel

hNVS within
acceptable limits

Top Hat properly


collapsed, snug against
washer and clamping deck
sheet to base steel

Figure 11b. Properly Driven X-EDN19/X-EDNK22 Fastener with Single


Sheet to Base Steel

Insufficient hNVS

Washers cutting into deck


sheet, deforming base
steel and deck sheet

Figure 11c. Over Driven X-EDN19/X-EDNK22 Fastener with Single Sheet


to Base Steel

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Piston Mark (indentation) not
visible on fastener
Gap visible between washers

Excessive hNVS

Washers not clamping deck


sheet to base steel

Figure 12a. Under Driven X-ENP-19 Fastener with Single Sheet


to Base Steel.

hNVS within
acceptable limits

Piston Mark (indentation)


clearly visible on fastener

Washers snug against


one another and clamping
deck sheet to base steel

Figure 12b. Properly Driven X-ENP-19 Fastener with Single Sheet


to Base Steel

Insufficient hNVS

Washers cutting into deck


sheet, deforming base
steel and deck sheet

Figure 12c. Over Driven X-ENP-19 Fastener with Single Sheet


to Base Steel

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3.5.1.3 Fastener, Tool & Cartridge Selection
Solutions for Bar Joist (Open Web Joists) Applications (Reference Section 3.5.2)

DX 460-SM

SLC 01 SLC 02 #10 HWH

DX 860-HSN

X-EDN19 THQ12 or X-EDNK22 THQ12

Solutions for Structural Steel Applications (Reference Section 3.5.3)

SDT 30

DX 76

SLC 01 SLC 02 #10 HWH

X-ENP-19 L15
DX 860-ENP-L

SDT 30
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3.5.1.3.1 Fastener Selection
Table 1 - Bar Joist and Light Structural Steel Frame Fasteners (Reference Section 3.5.2)
Base
Material1

Fastener
Type2

Recommended
Installation Tool

X-EDN19 THQ123
Bar Joist and Structural Steel
3/16" (5 mm) tf 3/8" (10 mm)

DX 860-HSN

X-EDNK22 THQ12
Bar Joist
1/8" (3 mm) tf 1/4" (6 mm)

DX 860-HSN

1 Steel base material tensile strength (fu) shall be in a range of 58 to 91 ksi for base steel thicknesses (tf) less than or equal to 5/16".
For the X-EDN19 THQ12 fastener in base steel thicknesses (tf) greater than 5/16", the tensile strength shall be in a range of 58 to 68 ksi.
2 X-EDN19 and X-EDNK22 fit in all deck types except A-deck.
3 This fastener can be used with structural steel within the thickness ranges shown.

Table 2 - Structural Steel Frame Fasteners (Reference Section 3.5.3)


Base
Material1
Structural Steel, hardened structural
steel and Heavy Bar Joist
t f 1/4" (6 mm)

Fastener
Type2

Recommended
Installation Tool

X-ENP-19 L15
DX 860-ENP-L

1 Steel base material tensile strength (fu) shall be in a range of 58 to 91 ksi for all base steel thicknesses (tf) greater than or equal to 1/4".
2 X-ENP-19 L15 fasteners fit in all types of deck except A and F.

Table 3 - Deck-To-Deck Sidelap Fasteners (Reference Section 3.5.4)2


Deck
Gauges

Fastener
Type1

Recommended
Installation Tool

S-SLC 01 M HWH
18 to 26

SDT 30

S-SLC O2 MHWH
16 to 22

SDT 30
Hilti #10 HWH Screw

18 to 26

SDT 30

1 For use with all types of nestable deck or screwable interlocking deck.
2 Other sidelap connector types are possible with Hiltis powder actuated frame fasteners. Please reference the Steel Deck Institute (SDI)
Diaphragm Design manual 3rd Edition (DDM03).
3 Use of S-SLC 01 M HWH with 18 gauge steel deck is recommended only for standard tensile strength (45 fu 65 ksi) steel deck.
For high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH.

Sealing Caps
The SDK2 is an SAE 316 stainless steel sealing cap with a
neoprene seal. This is installed over the head of the X-ENP-19
fastener using the SDK2 hand setting
tool. The SDK2 sealing cap provides
added corrosion protection for exposed
exterior steel deck applications in
SDK2 Setting Tool
accordance with IBC requirements.

SDK2 Sealing Cap

X-ENP-19 L15
hnvs = 8.2 mm- 9.8 mm

Note: It has to be ensured, that the fastened sheet is properly compressed to the base material and no gap remains at fastening point location.
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3.5.1.3.2 Tool Selection
Bar Joist & Light Structural Steel Frame Tools (Reference Section 3.5.2)
DX 860-HSN

DX 460-SM

The DX 860-HSN stand up decking tool is a fully automatic powderactuated tool designed for attaching steel deck to steel base materials.
With a high fastening rate and 40-fastener magazine, the DX 860HSN can significantly help reduce the time it takes to attach deck.
Fastenings can be made on very thin support structures without the
need for weld washers. Suitable for base steels with a thickness of
1/8" to 3/8". Fastens X-EDN19 THQ12M and X-EDNK22 THQ12M
collated fasteners.
The DX 460-SM decking tool is a medium duty powder-actuated
tool with adjustable power regulation used for attaching steel deck
to steel base materials. This system is best suited for deck with a
flute width of 1/2" or greater and for base steels with a thickness
of 3/16" to 3/8". Fastens XEDN19 THQ12 and X-EDNK22 THQ12
collated fasteners.

Structural Steel Frame Tools (Reference Section 3.5.3)


DX 860-ENP-L

The DX 860-ENP-L is a fully automatic powder-actuated tool


designed for attaching steel deck to structural steel beams. The
tool has capacity of 1 strip of 40 cartridges and 4 flexible strips of
10 each X-ENP-19 fasteners in an MXR collated configuration.
The DX 860-ENP-L is ergonomically designed to work in an upright
position, and can be loaded without the operator bending over. The
system is suitable for deck with a flute width of 3/4" or greater and
base steels with a thickness of 1/4" or greater.

DX 76

The DX 76 decking system is a heavy duty fastening system


consisting of semi-automatic, low velocity powder-actuated tool,
fasteners and cartridges for attaching steel deck to steel base
materials. Special features include cartridge power regulation which
allows for high productivity. This system is suitable for deck with
a flute width of 3/4 or greater and base steels with a thickness of
1/4 or greater. Use with X-ENP-19 fasteners in single, MX or MXR
collated configurations.

Dect-to-Deck Sidelap Fastening Tool (Reference Section 3.5.4)


SDT 30

The SDT 30 Stand Up Decking Tool is a steel deck sidelap and


frame fastening tool. Combined with the DX 860-HSN or DX
860-ENP-L, these tools deliver a high speed, high productivity
system for mechanical attachment of steel deck. The SDT 30 can
consistently drive up to 50 Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) in the
sidelaps of 16 to 26 gauge nestable decks before reloading. Its
comfortable, durable design features an 18 position torque clutch
to provide consistent fastening quality. In a competitive market, the
SDT 30 represents a major gain in productivity essential to staying
on time and on budget.

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3.5.1.3.3 Cartridge and Power Regulation Selection
When installing powder-actuated deck fasteners, it is
important for the installed fasteners to have a nailhead
stand-off, hNVS, within the specified range. The Hilti Power
Adjustment Guide, shown in Figure 13, is a valuable quality
assurance aid to the decking foreman. It is primarily intended
for power adjustment of the powder-actuated tool. This is
done by installing test fastenings into representative base
steel and then checking the nailhead stand-off, hNVS, at the
beginning of the work to achieve the optimal cartridge and
tool power level. This is a critical step in the work because
of variations in the structural steel strengths (Fy, Fu ) and
member thicknesses. By investing time up front and properly
correlating the fastening system to actual site materials, most
fastening issues can be avoided. During installation, it is also
advisable for the foreman to check the work periodically to
spot deficiencies before large portions of the deck might be
fastened incorrectly. Failure to properly set the tool, fastener
and cartridge prior to starting work can decrease fastening
quality consistency.

Figures 14 and 15 provide the


installer with a recommended
cartridge color and power setting
for Hilti bar joist and structural
steel deck fasteners, respectively.
These charts are guidelines that
the installer can use to start
the process of test fastenings
discussed above. This also helps
ensure the installer will have the
proper color cartridges on the
project site.

Figure 13
Hilti Power
Adjustment Guide

Base material thickness tII [inches]

Base material thickness tII [inches]

Prior to starting work, the installer shall install a test fastening


and check the hNVS using the Hilti Power Adjustment Guide.
If necessary, the installer shall adjust the power or force that
drives the fastener into the base steel. There are two ways to
accomplish this power adjustment. One is by use of different
cartridge colors and the other is by adjusting the power
regulator on the tool itself.

Cartridge colors available for


Hilti Decking Tools are (in order
of increasing power): yellow,
red and black. All Hilti Decking
Tools come equipped with a
power adjustment capability. The
settings on the power regulation
dials range from 1 to 4.

X-EDN19

X-EDNK22

Figure 14 Cartridge and Power Regulation Guidelines for


Bar Joist Deck Fasteners installed with a DX 860-HSN1

X-ENP-19

Figure 15 Cartridge and Power Regulation Guidelines for


Structural Steel Deck Fasteners1

1 Cartridge recommendations for the X-ENP-19 fastener are acceptable for all current Hilti Decking Tools for attachment to structural steel.
Cartridge recommendations for the X-EDN19 and X-EDNK22 fasteners are for the DX 860-HSN. Cartridge recommendations for the
DX 460-SM can be found in the tool operator manual. Recommendations are guidelines only and require verification on each site.
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3.5.1.4 Submittal Information for Roof Deck
Hilti Account Manager:

Date:

Phone:

DDAATT:

Decking Installer:

Hilti Regional Field Engineer:

Contact Name (Last, First):

Phone:

Installer Trained by Hilti: l Yes

Fax/e-mail:

l No, please schedule training

Engineer of Record:

Contact Name (Last, First):

Phone:

Fax/e-mail:

Project Name:

Project Zip Code:

Total Area:

Deck Manufacturer:

Building Code: 2009 IBC 2006 IBC 2003 IBC Other

Design Reference: SDI ICC-ES CSSBI Other

Submittal Recipient:

Account Manager

Decking Installer

Bar

Str.

Joist Steel
Zone _______
Support Span (ft) _______
Support Steel

Other:
Design Diaphragm Shear
Capacity (plf) ________

Subst. Frame: X-ENP-19


Subst. Sidelap: Hilti SLC # 10 Screw # 12 Screw

X-EDN19/X-EDNK22
Button Punch Proprietary Punch System
Deck Type Deck Gauge Frame Type
Frame Pattern
B (1.5")
24
1/2" PW
36 / 9
BI (1.5")
22
5/8" PW
30 / 7
N (3")
20
3/4" PW
24 / 5
Other
18
#12 or #14 Screw __ / 4

16
Other
3


__

Sidelap Type
Sidelap Pattern
#10 Screw
_____# Per Span
#12 Screw
_____(in.) On Center
Button Punch
_______(in.) Top Seam Weld Length
Proprietary Punch System
Other

Bar

Str.

Joist Steel
Zone _______
Support Span (ft) _______
Support Steel

Bar

Str.

Base Thickness
< 3/16"
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
> 3/8"

Design Diaphragm Shear


Capacity (plf) ________

Subst. Frame: X-ENP-19


Subst. Sidelap: Hilti SLC # 10 Screw # 12 Screw

X-EDN19/X-EDNK22
Button Punch Proprietary Punch System
Deck Type Deck Gauge Frame Type
Frame Pattern
B (1.5")
24
1/2" PW
36 / 9
BI (1.5")
22
5/8" PW
30 / 7
N (3")
20
3/4" PW
24 / 5
Other
18
#12 or #14 Screw __ / 4

16
Other
3


__

Exposed to Weather

Sidelap Type
Sidelap Pattern
#10 Screw
_____# Per Span
#12 Screw
_____(in.) On Center
Button Punch
_______(in.) Top Seam Weld Length
Proprietary Punch System
Other

Joist Steel
Zone _______
Support Span (ft) _______
Support Steel

Base Thickness
< 3/16"
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
> 3/8"

Design Diaphragm Shear


Capacity (plf) ________

Subst. Frame: X-ENP-19


Subst. Sidelap: Hilti SLC # 10 Screw # 12 Screw

X-EDN19/X-EDNK22
Button Punch Proprietary Punch System
Deck Type Deck Gauge Frame Type
Frame Pattern
B (1.5")
24
1/2" PW
36 / 9
BI (1.5")
22
5/8" PW
30 / 7
N (3")
20
3/4" PW
24 / 5
Other
18
#12 or #14 Screw __ / 4

16
Other
3


__

Exposed to Weather

Exposed to Weather

Sidelap Type
Sidelap Pattern
#10 Screw
_____# Per Span
#12 Screw
_____(in.) On Center
Button Punch
_______(in.) Top Seam Weld Length
Proprietary Punch System
Other

Base Thickness
< 3/16"
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
> 3/8"

Notes
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3.5.1.5 Submittal Information for Floor Deck
Hilti Account Manager:

Date:

Phone:

DDAATT:

Decking Installer:

Hilti Regional Field Engineer:

Contact Name (Last, First):

Phone:

Installer Trained by Hilti: Yes No, please schedule training Fax/e-mail:


Engineer of Record:

Contact Name (Last, First):

Phone:

Fax/e-mail:

Project Name:

Project Zip Code:

Total Area:

Deck Manufacturer:

Building Code: 2009 IBC 2006 IBC 2003 IBC Other

Design Reference: SDI ICC-ES CSSBI Other

Submittal Recipient:

Account Manager

Decking Installer

Bar

Str.

Joist Steel
Zone _______
Support Span (ft) _______
Support Steel

Other:
Design Diaphragm Shear
Capacity (plf) ________

Subst. Frame: X-ENP-19


Subst. Sidelap: Hilti SLC # 10 Screw # 12 Screw

X-EDN19/X-EDNK22
Button Punch Proprietary Punch System
Deck Type Deck Gauge Frame Type
Frame Pattern Sidelap Type
Sidelap Pattern
B (1.5")
28
1/2" PW
36 / 9
#10 Screw
_____ # Per Span
B (1.5")
26
5/8" PW
30 / 7
#12 Screw
_____ (in.) on Center
N (3")
24
3/4" PW
24 / 5
Button Punch
2" x 12"
22
#12 or #14 Screw __ / 4
____ (in.) Top Seam Weld Length
3" x 12"
20
Other
3
Other
9/16"
18
__
Other
16
Normal Weight Concrete. . . 3000 psi
Lightweight Concrete. . . . . 3500 psi

4000 psi

Base Thickness
< 3/16"
3/16"
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
> 3/8"

_________(Inches) Concrete Depth Above Top of Flute

Insulating Concrete. . . . . . . 130 psi


Perform Calculations based on Shear Studs Present in Design
Deck fastened at a 36/4 pattern with standing seam sidelaps fastened by button punches @ 36" O.C. maximum.
Refer to ICC-ES ESR-2197, Tables 16-20, for more details.
Minimum Concrete Shear Reinforcement

.00075 bw s2

Minimum Average Spacing of Shear Studs

12"

inimum Welded Wire Fabric for Tabulated Shear Values


M





6 x 6 W 1.4 x W 1.4
6 x 6 W 2.0 x W 2.0
6 x 6 W 2.9 x W 2.9
6 x 6 W 4.0 x W 4.0
4 x 4 W 4.0 x W 4.0
6 x 6 W 7.5 x W 7.5
6 x 6 W 8.3 x W 8.3

18"

.00025 bw s2
24"

30"

36"

Notes

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3.5.1.6 Fastener Quantity Estimation
Table 4- Frame Fasteners per Square of Roof1,2,3
Fastener
Pattern
36/11
36/9
36/7
36/5
36/4
36/3
30/6
30/4
30/3
24/5
24/3
24/4

Fastener
spacing
4.0
6"
78
6"
61
6"
53
6-12-12-6
37
12"
29
18"
21
6"
53
6-18-6
34
12-18
24
6"
53
6"
29
8"
41

4.5
69
56
48
33
26
19
48
30
22
48
26
37

5.0
63
50
43
30
22
17
43
28
20
43
22
34

Sidelap Fastener Estimation

Support Spacing, ft
5.5
6.0
59
53
45
43
39
37
28
26
22
21
16
15
39
37
26
24
19
17
39
37
22
21
31
29

6.5
50
39
34
24
19
14
34
22
16
34
19
27

7.0
46
36
32
23
18
13
32
21
15
32
18
25

8.0
40
33
28
20
16
12
28
19
14
28
16
22

1 Hilti Profis DF Diaphragm software also estimates fastener quantities.


2 Estimated quantities are for one square of decking. A square of roof decking is an area of 100 ft 2.
No provision is made for waste. Perimeter fastening spacing is based on 12" on-center assumption.
3 For interlocking sidelaps, add 15% to quantities in table.

3.5.1.7 Common Steel Deck Dimensions

To estimate the number of sidelap screws


on a steel roof or floor deck project,
multiply the total deck area in square
feet times the number of required stitch
screws per span and then divide by
the sheet width times the joist spacing
(both in feet). A 5% contingency is also
recommended for waste and loss.
Example:
Total area: . . . . . . . . . 50,000 square
feet
Sheet width:. . . . . . . . 36" = 3 ft
Joist spacing:. . . . . . . 5 ft
No. of sidelap fasteners per span: 5
# of screws needed =
50,000 ft2
x 5 x 1.05 = 17,500
3 ft x 5 ft

Table 5- Common Steel Deck Types and Dimensions1,3


Deck
Type

Common
Thickness

Table 6- Steel Deck Gauge (GA)


Inch and Millimeter Equivalent2,3

Standard
Dimensions
1.5"

6"
2.5"

16-24 GA
1.75"

36"

6"

1.75"

16-24 GA

1.5"

BI

2.5" 3.5"

36"
8"
2.75"
3"

16-22 GA
1.75"

24"

0.75"

1.5"

6"
1.75"

18-22 GA
0.5"

36"
12"

1"

Composite
Deck

3"

7.25"

Nominal Sheet
Steel Thickness, t
in. (mm)

16

0.0598 (1.52)

18

0.0474 (1.21)

20

0.0358 (0.91)

22

0.0295 (0.76)

24

0.0239 (0.61)

26

0.0179 (0.45)

28

0.0149 (0.38)

1 Dimensions shown are typical. However,


the Structural Engineer should always
consult with the steel deck manufacturer
on the dimensions for the specific product
as they can vary depending on the manufacturer.
2 Deck gauge inch equivalents taken from
SDI Diaphragm Design Manual. Millimeter
equivalents taken from CSSBI Design of
Steel Deck Diaphragms.
3 Calculations to produce diaphragm shear
tables with the deck profiles and gauges
shown are possible with Hilti Profis DF
Diaphragm software.

0.75"

Gauge
(GA)

16-22 GA
36"
9/16"

4.75"

Form Deck

24-28 GA

1.5"
1"

2.5"
30"

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3.5.1.8 Diaphragm Shear and Stiffness Calculations
Background: An extensive independent laboratory test
program was conducted investigating the performance of
steel deck diaphragms attached with Hilti fasteners. The
program test scope consisted of full scale diaphragm system
tests conducted in accordance with ICC-ES AC43, as well as
comparative small element lap-joint shear tests conducted
in accordance with AISI TS-5 (S905) Test Methods for
Mechanically Fastened Cold-Formed Steel Connections. The
resulting full scale and small element test data was analyzed
and predictive equations were developed for the steel deck
diaphragm system strength and stiffness using specific
combinations of Hilti fasteners.
For simplicity and familiarity, the Steel Deck Institute (SDI)
Diaphragm Design Manual, 3rd Edition (DDM03) method
equations are used as the basis for determining the steel
deck diaphragm strength and stiffness. Specific Hilti fastener
strength and stiffness values and test data correlation
adjustment factors were developed to provide 95% or greater
accuracy with test results per ICC-ES AC43 requirements.

For other steel deck diaphragm conditions (e.g. deck profile,


deck gauge, concrete-filled, etc.) not represented in the
tables found in this section, use Hilti Profis DF Diaphragm
software or reference ICC-ES ESR-2197.
Allowable loads to resist uplift forces are provided in the
individual sections for each frame fastener. Reference
SDI DDM03 Section 4.10 for combined tension uplift and
diaphragm shear interaction.
Steel Deck Diaphragm Strength Design Equations:
S ne =

Pn
Qf
= (2 x 1 + 2 x 2 + n e ) x
, plf
<
<

S ni = {2 x A x ( - 1) + B} x
S nc = Q f x

Qf
, plf
<

N 2 x B2
, plf
< x N2 + B2

(Eq. 2.2-2)
(Eq. 2.2-4)
(Eq. 2.2-5)

Sn = least of Sne, Sni, and Snc, plf

The resulting design information is documented in this


section and in ICC-ES ESR-2776 (Hilti SLC) and ESR-2197
(Hilti #10 HWH Screw).

S = c x Sn , plf

Design: Design equations for calculating steel deck


diaphragm strength (S) and stiffness (G') or Flexibility
Factor (F) with Hilti X-EDNK22 THQ12, X-EDN19 THQ12
or X-ENP-19 L15 powder-actuated frame fasteners and
Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) are provided. The equation
numbers in parenthesis correspond to the equation numbers
provided in the SDI DDM03. The design equation variables
needed for common steel deck diaphragm applications
are found in Tables 7 through 9. The conversion factors
for Allowable Stress Design (ASD), Load Resistance Factor
Design (LRFD) and Limit States Design (LSD) provided in Table
11 shall be applied to the values determined from the design
equations in order to produce the final Allowable Diaphragm
Shear, SASD or Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, SLRFD or
SLSD, respectively. The calculated SASD, SLRFD or SLSD Diaphragm
Shear values do not take into account steel deck buckling and
must be checked against the appropriate buckling diaphragm
shear value, Sbuckling, found in Table 12. Reference Sections
3.5.2 and 3.5.3 for pre-calculated diaphragm shear and
stiffness tables for the X-EDN19/X-EDNK22 and X-ENP-19
fasteners, respectively.

B = ns x s +

with:

= 1-

1
x [ 2 x 2 x S ( xp2 ) + 4 S ( xe2 ) ]
w2

1.5 x < v
0.7
240 x t

s =

Qs
Qf

where:
t = nominal steel deck thickness, in. (Reference Table 6)
w = deck width = 36 in.
N = number of fasteners per unit length across the width, ft -1
xe = xp = distance from panel centerline to any fastener in a
panel at the end (xe) or purlin (xp) supports
S = nominal diaphragm shear strength, plf
< v = span, ft

< = panel length = 3 x < v, ft

ne = ns = 3 x < v x 12 (sidelap connector spacing in inches)


c = correlation factor for diaphragm system effect
Reference Tables 7 and 8 for description and values of other
variables for common conditions.

The design equations and load values in this Product


Technical Guide Supplement are for 36" wide, 1-1/2" deep
wide rib steel deck panels (B-Deck or BI-Deck types) and are
limited to the fastener patterns shown in Figure 16 and sidelap
connector spacings greater than 3" and in accordance with
Table 10.
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Steel Deck Diaphragm Stiffness and Flexibility Factor
Design Equations:
Ext
G' =
3.78 + 0.9 x Dn + C , kips/in.
F=

With:


1
t
C
=
29,500
x
x
S
x
S
f

1 + 2 + ns x f
w
Ss
D

Dn =
< x 12

(Eq. 3.3-3)

1000
, micro-inches/lb
G'

x < x 12 (Eq. 3.3-1)


(Eq. 3.3-2)

Reference Tables 7 and 9 for description and values of other


variables for common conditions.

E = modulus of elasticity for steel = 29,500 ksi

Table 7 Diaphragm Strength (S) and Stiffness Factor (G') Equation Variable Values
Deck
Type
1-1/2"
Wide
RibBDeck or
BIDeck

1 end
Fastener
destribution
Pattern
Factor
36/11
36/9
36/7
36/5
36/4
36/3

D-Warping Constant, in.

2 purlin
destribution
Factor

Sxe2,
in.2

Sxp2,
in.2

N,
ft-1

22 GA

20 GA

18 GA

16 GA

3.667
3.000
2.000
1.667
1.333
1.000

1944
1656
1008
936
720
648

1944
1656
1008
936
720
648

2
2
1
1
1
1

3.000
2.333
2.000
1.333
1.000
0.667

1548
1548
1548
9096
12864
26508

1164
1164
1164
6804
9624
19824

756
756
756
4464
6312
13008

540
540
540
3144
4452
9180

3.667
3.000
2.000
1.667
1.333
1.000

Table 8 Diaphragm Strength (S) Equation Variable Values


Deck Gauge (inches)
Configuration

22
(0.0295)

Min. Deck
Frame Fastener
Deck
Sidelap
Tensile (Yield) Base Material
Type
Connector1,2
Strength, ksi
Thickness, in.

45 (33)

92 (80)

BI

B
or
BI

45 (33)

45 to 92
(33 to 80)

X-EDNK22
1/8 tf < 3/16

Hilti
SLC

X-EDNK22
3/16 tf 1/4

Hilti
SLC

X-EDN19
3/16 tf 3/8

Hilti
SLC

X-ENP-19
tf 1/4

Hilti
SLC

X-EDNK22
1/8 tf < 3/16

Hilti
SLC

X-EDNK22
3/16 tf 1/4

Hilti
SLC

X-EDN19
3/16 tf 3/8

Hilti
SLC

X-ENP-19
tf 1/4

Hilti
SLC

X-EDNK22
1/8 tf < 3/16

Hilti
SLC

X-EDNK22
3/16 tf 1/4

Hilti
SLC

X-EDN19
3/16 tf 3/8

Hilti
SLC

X-EDNK22
or X-EDN19
1/8 tf 3/8
X-ENP-19
tf 1/4

Hilti #10
HWH Screw
Hilti #10
HWH Screw

Qf, lb

Qs, lb

Correlation
Factor, c
1357
844
1.155
1590
844
1.121
1590
844
1.121
1597
844
1.257
1357
844
1.155
1941
954
1.052
1941
954
1.052
1964
954
1.197
1357
844
1.155
1516
882
1.284
1516
882
1.284
1489
633

20
(0.0358)
Qf, lb

1.000
1603

Qf, lb

1933

Qs, lb

Correlation
Factor, c
1865
1701
1.203
2663
1701
1.066
2663
1701
1.066
2764
1701
1.106
1865
1701
1.203
2698
1859
1.058
2698
1859
1.058
3022
1859
1.108
1865
1591
1.203
2450
1591
1.140
2450
1591
1.140
2348
1018

1.000
633

1.000

Qs, lb

Correlation
Factor, c
1824
1260
1.172
2107
1260
1.102
2107
1260
1.102
2112
1260
1.204
1824
1260
1.172
2208
1341
1.054
2208
1341
1.054
2165
1341
1.166
1712
1111
1.172
1712
1111
1.233
1712
1111
1.233
1795
769

18
(0.0474)

16
(0.0598)3
Qf, lb

1.000
769

2529

1.000

1.000
1018

1.000

Qs, lb

Correlation
Factor, c

3035
2024
1.028
3035
2024
1.028
3079
2024
1.000

3095
2343
1.062
3095
2343
1.062
3577
2343
1.046

2553
2051
1.040
2553
2051
1.040
2924
1284

3149

1284
1.000

1 Sidelap connector spacing must meet the requirements of Table 10.


2 Reference Table 3 and Section 3.5.4 for more information on the proper selection of Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC).
3 For 16 gauge deck, tabulated Qf, Qs and c values for X-EDNK22 and X-EDN19 and Hilti SLC fasteners valid only for spans greater than 7'-6". For spans less
than 7'-6", use Qf = 2924 lb, Qs = 1452 lb and c=1.000.
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Table 9 Diaphragm Stiffness (G') and Flexibility Factor (F) Equation Variable Values
Configuration
Deck
Type
B
or
BI

Min. Deck
Tensile (Yield)
Strength, ksi
45 to 92
(33 to 80)

Deck Gauge (inches)


20
18
(0.0358)
(0.0474)

22
(0.0295)

Frame
Fastener

Sidelap
Connector1

X-EDNK22
or X-EDN19

Hilti SLC or
Hilti #10 HWH Screw

X-ENP-19

Hilti SLC or
Hilti #10 HWH Screw

16
(0.0598)3

Sf, in./kip

Sf, in./kip

Sf, in./kip

Sf, in./kip

Ss, in./kip

Ss, in./kip

Ss, in./kip

Ss, in./kip

0.0073
0.0175
0.0044
0.0175

0.0066
0.0159
0.0040
0.0159

0.0057
0.0138
0.0034
0.0138

0.0051
0.0123
0.0030
0.0123

1 Reference Table 3 and Section 3.5.4 for more information on the proper selection of Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC).

Table 10 Minimum Recommended Sidelap Connector Spacing (Inches Center-to-Center) for B-Deck or BI-Deck Type
with Tensile Strength (fu) Ranging from 45 to 92 ksi
Frame Fastener
Deck
Base Material
Gauge
Thickness, in.
X-EDNK22
1/8 tf < 3/16

X-EDNK22
3/16 tf 1/4

X-EDN19
3/16 tf 3/8

X-ENP-19
tf 1/4

22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16

Frame Fastener Pattern


36/3

36/4

SLC1

#10

12

12

SLC1

#10

36/5
SLC1
#10

36/7
SLC1
#10

36/9
SLC1
#10

36/11
SLC1
#10

12

12

6
12
18

6
12
18

3
3
6

3
3
6

6
12
18

6
12
18

3
3
6

3
3
6

3
6
12
18
3
6
12
18

3
3
6
12
3
3
6
12

3
6
12
18
3
6
12
18

3
3
6
12
3
3
6
12

3
6
12
12
3
6
12
12

3
3
6
12
3
3
6
12

1 Hilti SLC spacings less than those tabulated may be used. The tabulated spacing should be used in the calculation of diaphragm shear strength when using
the Qf, Qs and c values from Table 8. Alternatively, only when the SLC spacings are less than those tabulated, the Qf, Qs and c values found in Table 8 can be
replaced by the following values.

X-EDNK22 THQ12 or X-EDN19 THQ12 All deck types, strengths and base steel thicknesses listed in Table 8
22 Gauge (0.0295 in.)- Qf = 1489 lb, Qs = 716 lb, c = 1.000
20 Gauge (0.0358 in.)- Qf = 1795 lb, Qs = 869 lb, c = 1.000
18 Gauge (0.0474 in.)- Qf = 2348 lb, Qs = 1151 lb, c = 1.000
X-ENP-19 L15 All deck types, strengths and base steel thicknesses listed in Table 8
22 Gauge (0.0295 in.)- Qf = 1603 lb, Qs = 716 lb, c = 1.000
20 Gauge (0.0358 in.)- Qf = 1933 lb, Qs = 869 lb, c = 1.000
18 Gauge (0.0474 in.)- Qf = 2529 lb, Qs = 1151 lb, c = 1.000

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Table 11 Conversion Factors for Allowable Stress Design (ASD), Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD)
and Limit States Design (LSD)
For

Multiply Calculated Diaphragm


Shear Strength By1,2

Diaphragms mechanically connected to the structure subjected to


earthquake loads or load combinations which include earthquake loads

0.400

Diaphragms mechanically connected to the structure subjected


to wind loads or load combinations which include wind loads

0.426

Diaphragms mechanically connected to the


structure subject to all other load combinations

0.400

Diaphragms mechanically connected to the structure subjected to


earthquake loads or load combinations which include earthquake loads

0.650

Diaphragms mechanically connected to the structure subjected to


wind loads or load combinations which include wind loads

0.700

Diaphragms mechanically connected to the


structure subject to all other load combinations

0.650

Diaphragms mechanically connected to the structure subjected to


earthquake loads or load combinations which include earthquake loads

0.600

Diaphragms mechanically connected to the structure subjected


to wind loads or load combinations which include wind loads

0.650

Diaphragms mechanically connected to the


structure subject to all other load combinations

0.600

Design
Method

ASD

LRFD

LSD

1 Conversion factors determined from Table D5, North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members, 2007 Edition.
2 Diaphragm capacities should be limited to the respective ASD, LRFD and LSD buckling diaphragm shear capacities found in Table 12.

Table 12- ASD and LRFD Diaphragm Shears (plf) and LSD Diaphragm Shears (N/mm) for Buckling, Sbuckling1,2
Steel Deck
Type
Standard 1-1/2Inch Deep Flutes,
6-Inches Centerto-Center
Standard 1-1/2Inch Deep Flutes,
6-Inches Centerto-Center
Steel Deck
Type
Standard 1-1/2Inch Deep Flutes,
6-Inches Centerto-Center

Moment of
Inertia, I
mm4/mm

3'-0"

22
20
18
16

0.152
0.198
0.284
0.355

22

Deck
Gauge

Span, <v (ft-in.)


4'-0"

5'-0"

6'-0"

7'-0"

8'-0"

9'-0"

10'-0"

11'-0"

12'-0"

8444
11000
15778
19720

4750
6188
8875
11094

ASD (PLF)
3040
2111
3960
2750
5680
3944
7100
4931
LRFD (PLF)

1551
2020
2898
3622

1188
1547
2219
2773

938
1222
1753
2191

760
990
1420
1775

628
818
1174
1467

528
688
986
1233

0.152

13511

7600

4864

3378

2482

1900

1501

1216

1005

844

20

0.198

17600

9900

6336

4400

3233

2475

1956

1584

1309

1100

18

0.284

25244

14200

9088

6311

4637

3550

2805

2272

1878

1578

16

0.355

31556

17750

11360

7889

5796

4438

3506

2840

2347

1972

900

1200

1500

1800

2100

2400

2700

3000

3300

3600

192.6
250.0
359.3
449.1

108.3
140.6
202.1
252.6

LSD (N/mm)
69.3
48.1
90.0
62.5
129.3
89.8
161.7
112.3

35.4
45.9
66.0
82.5

27.1
35.2
50.5
63.2

21.4
27.8
39.9
49.9

17.3
22.5
32.3
40.4

14.3
18.6
26.7
33.4

12.0
15.6
22.5
28.1

Moment of
Deck
Inertia, I
Gauge
mm4/mm
22
20
18
16

208
270
388
485

Span, <v (mm)

1 Load values based upon a safety factor () of 2.00 for ASD, a phi factor () of 0.80 for LRFD or a phi factor () of 0.75 for LSD.
2 Diaphragm shears in this table are for steel deck buckling failure mode only and are to be used as prescribed in Section 3.5.1.8. If design condition is not
tabulated, diaphragm shears for buckling may be calculated using the following equations:

For ASD, Sbuckling = (I x 106/(< v)2) / 2.0 , plf

For LRFD, Sbuckling = (I x 106/(< v)2) x 0.8 , plf

For LSD, Sbuckling = (I x 106/(< v)2) x 0.75 , N/mm

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Pattern 36/3

Pattern 36/4

Pattern 36/5

Pattern 36/7

Pattern 36/9

Pattern 36/11

Note 1: Nestable B-Deck shown. Interlocking BI-Deck with screwable sidelap is also covered by the equations discussed in Section 3.5.1.8.
Note 2: Bar joist shown. Connection to structural steel members also covered by the equations discussed in Section 3.5.1.8.

Figure 16- Common Frame Fastener Patterns

Refer
to Note

2" min.

Hilti
Fastener

Note: Some patterns


may require two
fasteners in one flute.
Fasteners may be
installed on either side
of the structural steel
beam or bar joist.

17a. Powder-Actuated Fastener



attachment of steel deck to frame

17c. Sidelap Connector with B-Deck

17b. Steel Deck Endlap Condition

17d. Sidelap Connector with screwable BI-Deck

Figure 17- Typical Frame, Endlap and Sidelap Connections

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Example Problem
Design Parameters:

Design Problem:

Load Type: Wind


Design Method: ASD
Span: 6'-0"
Deck: 20 GA. 1-1/2" B-Deck (fu 45 ksi)
Base Steel: Bar Joist with 1/4" Top Chord
Frame Fastener Pattern: 36/7
Sidelap Fastener Spacing: 12" O.C.
Frame Fastener: X-EDN19 THQ12
Sidelap Fastener: Hilti SLC

Determine Allowable Diaphragm


Shear Strength (SASD) and
Stiffness (G') for the given
steel deck diaphragm.

6"

Hilti
SLC
36"

1-1/2"

X-EDN19 THQ12

Calculation Steps
Step 1: Calculate Nominal Diaphragm Shear Strength Limited by Edge Fasteners:
This calculation is not required when the number of edge connectors (ne) equals the number of sidelap
fasteners (ns). In these cases, Sne does not limit diaphragm shear strength.

SDI
DDM03
Ref.

HNA
Technical
Guide

Eq.
2.2-2

Sec.
3.5.1.8

Eq.
2.2.3

Sec.
3.5.1.8
and
Tables
7&8

Eq.
2.2-5

Sec.
3.5.1.8
and
Tables
7&8

Step 2: Calculate Nominal Diaphragm Shear Strength Limited by Interior Panel Fasteners:
S ni = {2 x A x (- 1) + B} x
with:
= 1-

1.5 x < v

= {2 x 1 x (0.802 - 1) + 16.99} x

2107

<

18

= 1,942 plf

1.5 x 6

= 0.802 0.7
240 x t
240 x 0.0358
1
[2 x 2 x 1008 + 4 x 1008]
B = ns x s +
x [ 2 x 2 x S ( xp2 ) + 4 S ( xe2 ) ] = 18 x 0.598 +
= 16.99
2
w
362
where:
3 x < v x 12 3 x 6 x 12
ns = ne =
=
= 18
Sidelap Spacing
12
s =

= 1-

Qf

Qs
1260
=
= 0.598
2107
Qf

Step 3: Calculate Nominal Diaphragm Shear Strength Limited by Corner Fasteners:


N 2 x B2
2.00 2 x 16.99 2
S nc = Q f x 2
= 2107 x 2
= 1,798 plf
2
2
18 x 2.002 + 16.992
< x N +B
Step 4: Apply Correlation Factor, c, to determine Correlated Nominal Diaphragm Shear Strength
S = c x Sn = 1.102 x 1,798 = 1,981 plf
where:
Sn = least of Sne, Sni and Snc = Snc = 1,798 plf
Step 5: Apply Appropriate Conversion Factor to Determine Allowable Diaphragm Strength
SASD (wind) = S x Conversion Factor = 1,981 x 0.426 = 844 plf
Step 6: Check to See if Steel Deck Buckling Controls
Sbuckling (ASD) = 2750 plf > SASD (wind) therefore, SASD (wind) = 844 plf

Sec.
3.5.1.8
and
Table 8
Sec.
2.4

Table 11
Table 12

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Calculation Steps

SDI
DDM03
Ref.

HNA
Technical
Guide

Eq.
3.3-3

Sec.
3.5.1.8
and
Tables
7&9

Step 7: Calculate Diaphragm Stiffness:


E x t
29,500 x 0.0358
G' =
=
= 86 kips/in.
3.78 + 0.9 x Dn + C 3.78 + 0.9 x 5.39 + 3.65
F=

1000
G'

1000
85.99

= 11.6 micro-inches/lb

where:
Dn =

D
1164
=
= 5.39
< x 12 18 x 12


1
t x Sf
S
C =Ex
x
1 + 2 + ns x f
w
S

x < x 12


1
0.0358 x 0.0066
0.0066
C = 29,500 x
x
2 + 2 + 18 x
36
0.0159

x 18 x 12 = 3.65

Note: Hiltis Profis DF Diaphragm software provides full calculations for diaphragm shear and stiffness when desired.

Hilti is a leading manufacturer of direct fastening systems for


steel and metal applications. As a member of the Steel Deck
Institute (SDI), Hilti participates in and supports steel deck
industry research at leading universities and test labs. Recent
research projects with Hilti direct fastening systems have
included inelastic seismic deck diaphragms and deep deck /
cellular deck diaphragms.

Diaphragm data is calculated in accordance with SDI


Diaphragm Design equations using specific Hilti fastener
strength and stiffness values with data correlation adjustment
factors in accordance with ICC-ES AC43 requirements.

Independent tests are the best guide to product performance


and reliability, a philosophy to which Hilti and the SDI
subscribe. The support for ongoing research programs
is indicated by the number and scope of tests already
performed and by the policy of sponsoring new tests when
new products or applications are introduced. Hilti provides
direct fastening system performance data, ICC-ES Evaluation
Service Reports, design software, fire ratings and load test
results for Hilti direct fastening systems used in steel deck
applications.

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36/3
6''

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

914/3

36''

152 mm

1-1/2''

914 mm

38 mm

3.5.1 Steel Deck Fastener Design & Selection


EDN IMPERIAL

EDN

3.5.1.9 How to Use Diaphragm Shear Tables


36/4
General: The following Product Technical
Guide Sections
3.5.2 to 3.5.5 provide Hilti fastener product
technical data
6''
36''
1-1/2''
sheets and pre-calculated diaphragm shear and stiffness
tables using the design equations provided in Section 3.5.1.8.
Pre-calculated diaphragm shear and stiffness tables are
provided in two formats.
36/5

Tables in Sections 3.5.2 and 3.5.3 are in a traditional design


format with diaphragm shear and stiffness
values within the
6''
36''
1-1/2''
table.
Tables in Section 3.5.5 are in a Hilti alternative format with
cost optimized Hilti frame fastener patterns, Hilti sidelap
connector (SLC) spacings and deck gauge for a given
36/7
diaphragm shear load demand. This alternative format
provides a means for quick reference
6'' in order to determine
36''
1-1/2''
cost optimized equivalent fastening solutions based on
diaphragm shear load only.

36/3
914/4
Traditional Diaphragm
Shear Tables:
Sections 3.5.2 and
3.5.3 provide tables
in
a
format
similar
to
those published in
6''
152 mm
36''
1-1/2''
914 mm
38 mm
the SDI DDM03, CSSBI and most steel deck manufacturers'
catalogs.

As shown in Figure 18, these diaphragm shear tables are


generally created with span across the heading and sidelap
36/4
914/5
spacing along the left margin or column. Along with other
design variables
asmm
deck gauge and fastener pattern, the
6'' such152
36''
1-1/2''
914 mm
38 mm
tables are populated with the corresponding diaphragm shear
and stiffness values.

152 mm

152 mm

The Structural Engineer searches through the various


combinations until a diaphragm shear and stiffness factor is
36/5
914/7
found that meet the design requirements.
6''

152 mm

Optimized Diaphragm
Shear Tables:
36''
1-1/2''
914 mm Section 3.5.5
38 mmprovides
tables in an alternative format that helps a Structural Engineer
Steel Deck Fastening Systems
to quickly select a cost optimized Hilti frame fastener pattern,
In all cases, diaphragm
shear
values determined
either
Hilti
1.2 Deck
Fasteners
for using
Attachment
tosidelap
Bar connector
Joist (SLC) spacing and deck gauge
table format are consistent.
combination to satisfy the diaphragm shear load requirement
36/7
36/9
914/9
found in the left column of the table (Reference Figure 19).
These tables do not take into account other design factors,
These tables are
on diaphragm shear capacity only,
6'' based
6''
152 mm
such as gravity or wind uplift loads. These
requirements
36''
1-1/2''
36''
1-1/2''
914 mm
38 mm
must beG',verified
Allowable
Stress Design
(ASD)
- AllowableEngineer.
Diaphragm Shears,diaphragm
SASD, (plf) andstiffness
Stiffness Factors,
(kips/in.)separately.
for
should be checked
separately
by the
Structural

152 mm

152 mm

Standard 1-1/2" Deep Flutes, 6" Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) Installed with Hilti X-EDN19
or X-EDNK22 Fasteners with 36/9 or 36/7 End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4

Span (ft - in.)


6'-0"
7'-0"
8'-0"
9'-0"
10'-0"
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support
36/9
36/11
914/11
9
7
9
7
9
7
9
7
9
7
9
7
9
7
SASD
715
499
612
431
529
378
467
341
421
313
388
292
363
277
36" o.c.
6''
152 mm 62.5
6''
G'
51.9
48.5
56.4
52.0
59.2
54.1
60.9
55.4
62.1
56.5
62.9
56.5
36'' 56.2
1-1/2''
714
mm
36''
38 mm
1-1/2''
SASD
765
554
666
489
596
444
534
408
488
380
455
360
430
344
24" o.c.
G'
52.9
50.2
58.1
54.5
61.6
57.5
64.1
59.6
65.8
61.0
67.1
62.1
68.0
62.9
SASD
813
607
719
545
651
501
601
469
555
445
522
426
497
410
22
18" o.c.
G'
53.8
51.5
59.5
56.5
63.7
60.2
66.7
62.9
69.0
64.9
70.9
66.7
71.9
68.0
SASD
903
706
817
649
755
610
708
580
672
558
643
540
620
526
12" o.c.
G'
55.2
53.5
61.7
59.6
66.7
64.3
70.7
68.1
74.1
70.9
76.3
73.5
78.7
75.8
SASD
1123
941
1060
902
1014
874
980
853
952
837
931
824
760
760
6" o.c.
36/11
G'
57.9
57.0
65.8
64.8
72.3
71.2
77.7
76.5
82.6
81.3
86.2
84.7
90.1
88.5
SASD
948
668
815
581
715
517
635
468
575
432
528
403
495
383
36" o.c.
G'
71.9
66.1
75.9
68.9
77.9
70.1
78.7
70.4 6'' 78.8
70.3
78.7
69.9
78.1
69.4
36'' 530 Steel
1-1/2''
SASD
1021
749
894
665
804
607
734
564
673
627 Deck
502
593 Systems
481
Fastening
24" o.c.
G'
73.7
68.8
78.7
72.9
81.7
75.3
83.5
76.7
84.5
77.5
84.7
78.1
85.5
78.1
SASD 18-1090
825 of 970
745
883
690
819
649
769
618 Factor
725 Table
594
692
574
Figure
Excerpt
Traditional
Diaphragm
Shear
and Stiffness
20
18" o.c.
G'
75.2
70.9
81.3
76.3
84.7
79.4
87.7
82.0
89.3
83.3
90.9
84.7
91.7
85.5
SASD
1218
964
1110
894
1032
844
973
808
927
779
891
757
861
739
12" o.c.
G'
77.7
74.6
84.8
81.2
90.0
86.1
93.9
89.7
96.8
92.6
99.0
95.2
101.0
97.1
SASD
1522
1288
1447
1241
1392
1208
1350
1183
1317
1164
1222
1149
990
990
6" o.c.
Span = 4'-0''

G'
82.5
80.9
91.9
90.2
99.4
97.5
105.4
103.4
110.4
108.4
114.9
112.4
117.6 116.3
SASD
1171
831
1010
724
895
651
800
593
726
548
669
513
623
485
Allowable

Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern - Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
36" o.c.
G'
109.9
99.0
111.5
98.7
110.9
97.4
109.3
95.7
107.3
93.8
105.2
91.7
103.1
90.1
Diaphragm Design SASD
1266 X-ENP-19 with t
935
1112 1/4"
833
1003
763
921
712
855
672
798
641
752
614
X-EDN19* with 3/16" t
f
f 3/8" X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"
24" o.c.
Strength, plf*

G'
113.6 104.2
116.8
105.9
117.7 106.3
117.5
106.0
116.6
105.3
115.5
104.4
114.9 103.1
SASD
1355
1033
1210
937
1106
870
1028
821
968
784
920
754
881
730
18SASD 18" o.c.
SASD
G' 22 ga.
117.6 20 ga.
108.7
122.0
112.4 16 ga.
123.5 113.6
114.9
125.0
125.0
114.9
114.9
18 ga.
22 ga. 125.0 20 ga.
18 ga. 114.9 22 ga.
20 ga. 123.5 18 ga.
(seismic) (wind) S
1519
1211
1390
1127
1296
1068
1226
1024
1171
991
1128
964
1092
942
ASD
12" o.c.
G'36/3 -48
122.0 36/3
116.3
121.7 36/3
133.1
135.8 36/4
128.3
272
289
-48 128.9
36/3 -48
-48 125.7
36/3 -48
-48 137.6
36/4 -48130.2 36/4138.8
-48 131.6
36/4 -48138.936/4133.3
-48
SASD
1519 36/3
1211
1145 36/3
1296
1077
291 6" o.c.
309
36/3 -48
-48 1390
36/3 -48
-48 1106
36/3 -301243 36/4
-48 1205
36/4 -481054 36/41175
-48 1037
36/4 -48 115036/41022
-48
G'
133.3
129.9
143.6
139.9
151.5 147.6
157.5
153.6
162.2
158.4
166.0
162.4
169.5 166.7
Gage

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti SLC5,6

Factor

4'-0"

5'-0"

Optimized Diaphragm Shear Tables 1.5

311

331

36/3 -42

36/3 -48

36/3 -48

36/3 -48

36/3 -24

36/4 -48

36/4 -48

36/4 -36

36/4 -48

36/4 -48
36/4 -48
36/4 -48
36/4 -48
36/4 -48
36/4 -48
36/4 -42
36/4 -36
36/4 -24
36/4 -20
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612
651
36/5 -14
36/4 -18
36/3 -16
36/3 -18
36/9 -48
36/4 -14
36/4 -24
36/9 -30
36/4 -12
36/4 -18
655
697
36/5 -10
36/4 -14
36/4 -24
36/3 -14
36/5 -8
36/5 -20
36/4 -20
36/9 -20
36/5 -18
36/4 -14
1 Tabulated
values
attachment
of
steel
base
from 3/16"
3/8". For
to base
333 diaphragm
354 shear36/3
-30are for36/3
-48
36/3
-48deck to36/3
-48steel thicknesses
36/3 -18 ranging
36/4 -48
36/4to-48
36/4attachment
-24
36/4
-48
steel thicknesses less than 3/16", diaphragm shear values for the X-EDNK22 fasteners should be calculated in accordance with Section 1.1.8 of
356
379
36/3
-24
36/3
-48
36/3
-48
36/3
-48
36/4
-30
36/4
-48
36/4
-48
36/4
-20
36/4
-48
this Product Technical Guide Supplement.
381 ASD 406
36/3
-48
36/3a-48
36/3 -48
36/4
36/4 -48
36/4ASD
-48 values
36/4for-18
36/4 -48
2 Tabulated
diaphragm 36/3
shear-18
loads are
calculated
with
safety factor
() of 2.35
for-24
wind loads.
To calculate
load combinations
involving
safety
() of-18
2.50. Panel
buckling36/4
has been
408 earthquake,
434 multiply
36/3values
-14 in table
36/3 by
-422.35 and
36/3divide
-48 by a36/3
-48factor 36/4
36/4 -48
-48 checked.
36/4 -14
36/4 -48
3 At437
diaphragm perimeter,
Hilti
frame
should be36/3
spaced
as -14
sidelap connectors.
464
36/4
-20 fasteners
36/3 -30
-48 at identical
36/3 -48spacing36/4
36/4 -42
36/4 -48
36/4 -12
36/4 -36
Figure
19Excerpt
of
Optimized Diaphragm
Shear
Table
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge.
467
497
36/4 -18
36/3 -20
36/3 -48
36/3 -48
36/4 -12
36/4 -30
36/4 -48
36/5 -16
36/4 -24
Alternatively, use calculations as discussed in Section 1.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
500
532
36/4 -14
36/3 -18
36/3 -36
36/3 -42
36/5 -18
36/4 -24
36/4 -48
36/5 -14
36/4 -20
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span, ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next
535 sidelap connector.
569
36/4 -12
36/4 -24
36/3 -24
36/3 -30
36/5 -14
36/4 -20
36/4 -42
36/9 -48
36/4 -18
whole
36/5 -12(SLC) 36/4
-16found 36/4
-30 1.4.36/9 -48
36/4 -14
572
609 use S-SLC
36/502-16M HWH.
36/4More
-20 information
36/3 -20on Hilti36/3
-24 Connectors
6 For
18 gauge deck
Sidelap
can be
in Section

152 mm

9
152 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Bar Joist 3.5.2


3.5.2.1 Product Description

3.5.2.1

Product Description

The Hilti bar joist deck fastening system


consists of powder-actuated tools which
are primarily used with the following
fasteners: the X-EDN19 THQ12 and the
X-EDNK22 THQ12, which are available
in a collated version.

3.5.2.2

Material Specifications

3.5.2.3

Technical Data

3.5.2.4

Ordering Information

For many bar joist decking projects, the


tool of choice will be the DX 860 HSN
tool. This self-contained stand up
decking tool is powered by 0.27 caliber
short cartridges, which are loaded into the
tool in strips of 40. The cartridges drive
the X-EDN19 THQ12M or
X-EDNK22 THQ12M fasteners into
almost any type of steel deck profile

and base steel thicknesses of 1/8" to


3/8". These fasteners are available
in collated strips of 10. Four of these
strips are loaded into the DX 860-HSN
tool, along with the cartridge strip, and
enable the operator to fasten at a rate
of up to 1,000 quality fastenings per
hour. Additionally, this tool offers punch
through resistance in cases where the
base material is inadvertently missed.
Other tools include the hand held
DX 460-SM, a semi-automatic magazine
tool for use on smaller jobs or in tandem
with the DX 860-HSN.

3.5.2.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation
X-EDN 19 THQ12
X-EDNK22 THQ 12

Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel

Fastener
Plating
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc1

Nominal Fastener
Hardness
55 HRC
55 HRC

3.5.2.3 Technical Data


Allowable Pullout Loads for Attachments to Steel Base Material lb (kN)1, 2, 3,4

X-EDN19 THQ12
X-EDNK22 THQ12
1
2
3
4

1/8

435 (1.95)

X-EDNK22 THQ12M

Approvals/Listings

1 ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III.

Fastener

X-EDN19 THQ12M

Base Material Thickness (in.)


3/16
1/4
340 (1.52)
440 (1.97)
520 (2.33)
520 (2.33)

3/8
540 (2.42)

These values represent testing performed in ASTM A 36 plate steel.


Based upon 1/2" point penetration.
The values must be compared with allowable tensile pullover values.
Allowable values based on safety factor of 5.0.

ICC-ES (International Code Council)


ESR-2776, ESR-2197, ESR-2199,
ESR-1116, ESR-1735P, ESR-1414
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25877, RR 25296
FM (Factory Mutual)
For attaching Class 1 Steel Roof Decks
with 1-60 and 1-90 wind uplift ratings.
Listed for higher wind uplift ratings with
FM Approved Lightweight Insulating
Concrete Roof Deck Assemblies.

Refer to FM RoofNav for specific
assembly listings.
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
Fasteners for attaching steel roof deck
(uplift and fire classification)

Allowable Pullover and Shear Bearing Loads for Attaching Steel Deck 3,4,5

Fastener
X-EDN19 THQ12 1
X-EDNK22 THQ12 2
1
2
3
4
5

16 (0.0598)
Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
725
975
(3.19)
(4.29)

18 (0.0474)
Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
575
785
(2.53)
(3.45)

Steel Deck Gauge (in.)


20 (0.0358)
22 (0.0295)
Tension Shear Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
435
600
355
500
(1.91)
(2.64)
(1.56)
(2.20)

24 (0.0239)
Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
325
410
(1.43)
(1.80)

26 (0.0179)
Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
235
310
(1.03)
(1.36)

For base steel thickness 3/16" (5 mm) to 3/8" (10 mm).


For base steel thickness 1/8" (3 mm) to 1/4" (6 mm).
Allowable values are based on a safety factor of 3.0.
For alternate pullover capacities and factors of safety for uplift, refer to SDI Diaphragm Design Manual.
Loads based on ASTM A 1008, or minimum ASTM A 653 SQ33 steel deck.

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6''

36''

6''

1-1/2''

36''

152 mm

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

3.5.2 Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Bar Joist


36/7

36/9
6''

36''

6''

1-1/2''

914/9

36''

152 mm

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Allowable Stress Design (ASD)- Allowable Diaphragm Shears, SASD, (plf) and Stiffness Factors, G', (kips/in.) for
Standard 1-1/2" Deep Flutes, 6" Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) Installed with Hilti X-EDN19
or X-EDNK22 Fasteners with 36/9 or 36/7 End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti SLC5,6,7
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

22

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

20

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

18

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.

Span (ft- in.)


4'-0"

Factor

5'-0"

6'-0"

S6''
ASD

7'-0"

8'-0"

9'-0"

36/9
Fasteners Per Sheet To
Support

36/11

10'-0"

914/11

715

499

612

431

529

378

467

341
6''

421152 mm
313

388

292

363

277

36'' 51.9

48.5

56.4 1-1/2''
52.0

59.2

54.1

60.9

55.4 36''
62.1

56.2

1-1/2''
mm 62.9
62.5 714
56.5

SASD

765

554

666

489

596

444

534

408

488

380

455

360

430

344

G'

52.9

50.2

58.1

54.5

61.6

57.5

64.1

59.6

65.8

61.0

67.1

62.1

68.0

62.9

G'

56.5 38 mm

SASD

813

607

719

545

651

501

601

469

555

445

522

426

497

410

G'

53.8

51.5

59.5

56.5

63.7

60.2

66.7

62.9

69.0

64.9

70.9

66.7

71.9

68.0

SASD

903

706

817

649

755

610

708

580

672

558

643

540

620

526

G'

55.2

53.5

61.7

59.6

66.7

64.3

70.7

70.9

76.3

73.5

78.7

75.8

SASD

1123

941

1060

902

1014

874

980

68.136/11
74.1
853

952

837

931

824

760

760

G'

57.9

57.0

65.8

64.8

72.3

71.2

77.7

76.5

82.6

81.3

86.2

84.7

90.1

88.5

SASD

948

668

815

581

715

517

635

468

575
36''

432

528

403
1-1/2''

495

383

G'

71.9

66.1

75.9

68.9

77.9

70.1

78.7

70.4

78.8

70.3

78.7

69.9

78.1

69.4

SASD

1021

749

894

665

804

607

734

564

673

530

627

502

593

481

G'

73.7

68.8

78.7

72.9

81.7

75.3

83.5

76.7

84.5

77.5

84.7

78.1

85.5

78.1

SASD

1090

825

970

745

883

690

819

649

769

618

725

594

692

574

G'

75.2

70.9

81.3

76.3

84.7

79.4

87.7

82.0

89.3

83.3

90.9

84.7

91.7

85.5

SASD

1218

964

1110

894

1032

844

973

808

927

779

891

757

861

739

G'

77.7

74.6

84.8

81.2

90.0

86.1

93.9

89.7

96.8

92.6

99.0

95.2

101.0

97.1

SASD

1522

1288

1447

1241

1392

1208

1350

1183

1317

1164

1222

1149

990

990

G'

82.5

80.9

91.9

90.2

99.4

97.5

105.4

103.4

110.4

108.4

114.9

112.4

117.6

116.3

6''

SASD

1171

831

1010

724

895

651

800

593

726

548

669

513

623

485

G'

109.9

99.0

111.5

98.7

110.9

97.4

109.3

95.7

107.3

93.8

105.2

91.7

103.1

90.1

SASD

1266

935

1112

833

1003

763

921

712

855

672

798

641

752

614

G'

113.6

104.2

116.8

105.9

117.7

106.3

117.5

106.0

116.6

105.3

115.5

104.4

114.9

103.1

SASD

1355

1033

1210

937

1106

870

1028

821

968

784

920

754

881

730

G'

117.6

108.7

122.0

112.4

123.5

113.6

125.0

114.9

125.0

114.9

125.0

114.9

123.5

114.9

SASD

1519

1211

1390

1127

1296

1068

1226

1024

1171

991

1128

964

1092

942

G'

122.0

116.3

128.9

121.7

133.1

125.7

135.8

128.3

137.6

130.2

138.8

131.6

138.9

133.3

SASD

1519

1211

1390

1145

1296

1106

1243

1077

1205

1054

1175

1037

1150

1022

G'

133.3

129.9

143.6

139.9

151.5

147.6

157.5

153.6

162.2

158.4

166.0

162.4

169.5

166.7

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to base steel thicknesses ranging from 3/16" to 3/8". For attachment to base steel
thicknesses less than 3/16", diaphragm shear values for the X-EDNK22 fasteners should be calculated in accordance with Section 3.5.1.8.
2 Tabulated ASD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a safety factor () of 2.35 for wind loads. To calculate ASD values for load combinations involving
earthquake, multiply values in table by 2.35 and divide by a safety factor () of 2.50. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use
calculations as discussed in Section 3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span, ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next whole
sidelap connector.
6 For high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in
Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.

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6''

36''

6'' 152 mm
36''

1-1/2''

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Bar Joist 3.5.2


36/4

36/5
6''

36''

914/5

6'' 152 mm
36''

1-1/2''

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Allowable Stress Design (ASD)- Allowable Diaphragm Shears, SASD, (plf) and Stiffness Factors, G', (kips/in.) for
Standard 1-1/2" Deep Flutes, 6" Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) Installed with Hilti X-EDN19
or X-EDNK22 Fasteners with 36/5 or 36/4 End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti SLC5,6,7
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

22

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

20

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

18

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.

Span (ft- in.)


4'-0"

Factor

5'-0"

6'-0"

36/7

8'-0"

9'-0"

36/5
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support

7'-0"

914/7

448

365

393

325

354

296

325

275

36'' 13.2

9.7

15.81-1/2''
11.6

18.1

13.4

20.1

15.1

SASD

495

407

444

372

408

346

380

327

359

312

343

300

329

290

G'

13.4

9.8

16.1

11.8

18.5

13.7

20.7

15.5

22.7

17.2

24.6

18.8

26.2

20.2

SASD

537

445

491

414

457

391

432

374

412

360

397

350

384

341

G'

13.5

9.8

16.3

12.0

18.8

14.0

21.2

15.8

23.4

17.6

25.4

19.3

27.2

20.9

SASD

612

508

573

484

545

466

524

453

507

442

494

434

483

427

G'36/9 13.7

9.9

16.6

12.1

19.3

14.2

21.8

16.2

24.2
36/7 18.1

26.4
914/920.0

28.5

21.7

S
6''
ASD
G'

10'-0"

299
257
6'' 152 mm
21.9 36''16.6

280

242

265

232

1-1/2''
mm
23.5 914
18.0
24.9

19.3 38 mm

SASD

766

623

744

611

729

603

717

597

707

592

700

588

694

585

G'
6''

13.9

10.1

17.0

12.4

19.9

14.6

22.7

16.8

25.3
6''

18.8

27.9

20.8

30.3

22.8

1-1/2''
387 914
338
368
mm

324 38 mm

G'

20.4

31.6

24.5

33.4

27.8

SASD 36'' 600

490

530 1-1/2''
439

479

403

442

376

15.0

23.9

26.9

20.3

29.4

22.5

17.8

152 mm
413 36''355

26.2

35.1

SASD

666

550

602

506

556

474

522

450

495

431

474

416

456

404

G'

20.7

15.2

24.4

18.2

27.8

21.0

30.7

23.4

33.3

25.7

35.6

27.7

37.6

29.6

SASD

727

603

668

564

626

536

595

515

570

499

551

485

535

475

G'

20.9

15.4

24.9

18.5

28.4

21.4

31.6

24.0

34.5

26.5

37.0

28.8

39.5

30.9

36/11 830

SASD
G'

21.3

SASD

830

G' 36'' 21.8


745
SASD

6''

688

783

659

748

638

722

622

15.6

25.5

18.9

29.3

22.0

32.9

24.9

688

783

659

748

638

722

16.0

26.41-1/2''
19.5

30.7

22.8

34.7

70236/9 610

673

592

39.1

686

600
914/11

30.1

41.8

32.6

686

600

673

36.1

27.6

622

702

610

26.0

42.0 714
31.9
45.5
mm1-1/2''
492
427
467

34.8 38 mm
411
44.6

6'' 152 mm

592

609

660

549

599

505

554

473

38.5 36''29.1
519
447

G'

36.8

27.6

41.7

31.9

45.7

35.5

48.8

38.4

51.0

40.9

52.9

42.9

54.6

SASD

830

687

753

634

698

596

657

567

624

545

599

527

578

512

G'

37.6

28.2

43.3

33.1

47.8

37.2

51.8

40.8

54.9

43.9

57.8

46.6

59.9

49.0

SASD

907

753

838

708

788

675

750

650

721

631

698

615

678

602

G'

38.3

28.8

44.4

33.9

49.8

38.5

54.1

42.4

57.8

46.1

61.3

49.3

64.1

52.1

SASD

907

753

838

708

788

675

750

650

721

631

698

615

678

602

G'

39.4

29.5

46.1

35.1

52.1

40.2

57.5

44.8

62.1

48.9

66.2

52.8

69.9

56.2

SASD

985

804

954

788

932

776

914

766

G'

41.0

30.6

48.8

36.8

55.9

42.6

62.5

48.0

901 36''759
68.5
53.1

73.5

754 1-1/2''
881
78.7

62.1

36/11

6''

890

57.8

749

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to base steel thicknesses ranging from 3/16" to 3/8". For attachment to base steel
thicknesses less than 3/16", diaphragm shear values for the X-EDNK22 fasteners should be calculated in accordance with Section 3.5.1.8.
2 Tabulated ASD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a safety factor () of 2.35 for wind loads. To calculate ASD values for load combinations involving
earthquake, multiply values in table by 2.35 and divide by a safety factor () of 2.50. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use
calculations as discussed in Section 3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span, ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next whole
sidelap connector.
6 For high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in
Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.

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6''

36''

6''

1-1/2''

36''

152 mm

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

3.5.2 Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Bar Joist


36/7

36/9
6''

36''

6''

1-1/2''

914/9

36''

152 mm

1-1/2''
914 mm

Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD)- Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shears, SLRFD, (plf) and Stiffness Factors, G',
(kips/in.) for Standard 1-1/2" Deep Flutes, 6" Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) Installed with Hilti
X-EDN19 or X-EDNK22 Fasteners with 36/9 or 36/7 End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti SLC5,6,7
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

22

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

20

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

18

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.

38 mm

Span (ft- in.)


4'-0"

Factor

5'-0"

6'-0"

S6''
LRFD

7'-0"

8'-0"

9'-0"

Fasteners Per Sheet To


Support
36/9

36/11

10'-0"

914/11

1174

820

1005

708

869

622

768

560
6''

692152 mm
514

638

481

596

455

36'' 51.9

48.5

56.4 1-1/2''
52.0

59.2

54.1

60.9

55.4 36''
62.1

56.2

1-1/2''
mm 62.9
62.5 714
56.5

SLRFD

1257

911

1095

803

979

729

878

671

802

624

748

591

706

565

G'

52.9

50.2

58.1

54.5

61.6

57.5

64.1

59.6

65.8

61.0

67.1

62.1

68.0

62.9

SLRFD

1336

998

1181

895

1070

824

987

771

912

731

858

700

817

674

G'

53.8

51.5

59.5

56.5

63.7

60.2

66.7

62.9

69.0

64.9

70.9

66.7

71.9

68.0

SLRFD

1484

1159

1342

1067

1240

1002

1164

954

1104

917

1057

888

1019

864

G'

55.2

53.5

61.7

59.6

66.7

64.3

70.7

70.9

76.3

73.5

78.7

75.8

SASD

1846

1547

1742

1482

1667

1436

1610

68.136/11
74.1

1402

1565

1375

1501

1354

1216

1216

G'

57.9

57.0

65.8

64.8

72.3

71.2

77.7

76.5

82.6

81.3

86.2

84.7

90.1

88.5

SLRFD

1558

1098

1339

954

1175

850

1044

770

945
36''

710

868

663
1-1/2''

813

629

G'

71.9

66.1

75.9

68.9

77.9

70.1

78.7

70.4

78.8

70.3

78.7

69.9

78.1

69.4

SLRFD

1678

1230

1469

1093

1321

997

1206

927

1107

872

1030

825

975

791

G'

73.7

68.8

78.7

72.9

81.7

75.3

83.5

76.7

84.5

77.5

84.7

78.1

85.5

78.1

SLRFD

1791

1355

1593

1225

1451

1134

1346

1067

1264

1016

1192

975

1137

943

G'

75.2

70.9

81.3

76.3

84.7

79.4

87.7

82.0

89.3

83.3

90.9

84.7

91.7

85.5

SLRFD

2001

1585

1823

1469

1695

1387

1599

1327

1524

1281

1464

1244

1415

1214

G'

77.7

74.6

84.8

81.2

90.0

86.1

93.9

89.7

96.8

92.6

99.0

95.2

101.0

97.1

SLRFD

2501

2116

2377

2039

2287

1985

2218

1944

2165

1913

1956

1888

1584

1584
116.3

G'

6''

56.5 38 mm

G'

82.5

80.9

91.9

90.2

99.4

97.5

105.4

103.4

110.4

108.4

114.9

112.4

117.6

SLRFD

1925

1365

1660

1190

1471

1069

1314

974

1193

900

1099

843

1024

797

G'

109.9

99.0

111.5

98.7

110.9

97.4

109.3

95.7

107.3

93.8

105.2

91.7

103.1

90.1

SLRFD

2080

1536

1828

1370

1648

1254

1514

1169

1405

1105

1311

1053

1236

1009

G'

113.6

104.2

116.8

105.9

117.7

106.3

117.5

106.0

116.6

105.3

115.5

104.4

114.9

103.1

SLRFD

2227

1697

1988

1540

1817

1430

1689

1350

1590

1288

1511

1239

1447

1200

G'

117.6

108.7

122.0

112.4

123.5

113.6

125.0

114.9

125.0

114.9

125.0

114.9

123.5

114.9

SLRFD

2496

1990

2283

1852

2130

1755

2014

1683

1925

1628

1853

1584

1795

1549

G'

122.0

116.3

128.9

121.7

133.1

125.7

135.8

128.3

137.6

130.2

138.8

131.6

138.9

133.3

SLRFD

2496

1990

2283

1881

2130

1817

2042

1769

1980

1733

1931

1703

1890

1679

G'

133.3

129.9

143.6

139.9

151.5

147.6

157.5

153.6

162.2

158.4

166.0

162.4

169.5

166.7

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to base steel thicknesses ranging from 3/16" to 3/8". For attachment to base steel
thicknesses less than 3/16", diaphragm shear values for the X-EDNK22 fasteners should be calculated in accordance with Section 3.5.1.8.
2 Tabulated LRFD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a phi factor () of 0.70 for wind loads. To calculate LRFD values for load combinations involving
earthquake, divide values in table by 0.70 and multiply by a phi factor () of 0.65. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use
calculations as discussed in Section 3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span, ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next whole
sidelap connector.
6 For high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in
Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.

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6''

36''

6'' 152 mm
36''

1-1/2''

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Bar Joist 3.5.2


36/4

36/5
6''

36''

914/5

6'' 152 mm
36''

1-1/2''

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD)- Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shears, SLRFD, (plf) and Stiffness Factors, G',
(kips/in.) for Standard 1-1/2" Deep Flutes, 6" Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) Installed with Hilti
X-EDN19 or X-EDNK22 Fasteners with 36/5 or 36/4 End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti SLC5,6,7
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

22

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.

Span (ft- in.)


Factor

24" O.C.
20

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.

18

18" O.C.
12" O.C.
6" O.C.

5'-0"

6'-0"

36/7

S6''
LRFD

8'-0"

9'-0"

Fasteners Per Sheet To Support


36/5

7'-0"

914/7

737

599

646

534

582

487

534

452

10'-0"

460

398

436

381

36'' 13.2

9.7

15.81-1/2''
11.6

18.1

13.4

20.1

15.1

491
422
6'' 152 mm
21.9 36''16.6

SLRFD

813

669

729

611

670

569

625

537

590

513

563

493

540

477

G'

13.4

9.8

16.1

11.8

18.5

13.7

20.7

15.5

22.7

17.2

24.6

18.8

26.2

20.2

SLRFD

883

732

806

680

751

643

710

614

678

592

652

574

631

560

G'

13.5

9.8

16.3

12.0

18.8

14.0

21.2

15.8

23.4

17.6

25.4

19.3

27.2

20.9

SLRFD

1006

835

942

795

896

766

861

744

833

726

811

712

793

701

G'36/9 13.7

9.9

16.6

12.1

19.3

14.2

21.8

16.2

24.2
36/7 18.1

26.4
914/920.0

28.5

21.7

G'

1-1/2''
mm
23.5 914
18.0
24.9

19.3 38 mm

SASD

1259

1023

1223

1005

1197

991

1178

981

1162

973

1150

967

1140

962

G'

13.9

10.1

17.0

12.4

19.9

14.6

22.7

16.8

25.3

18.8

27.9

20.8

30.3

22.8

SLRFD 36'' 985

805

870 1-1/2''
722

788

662

727

618

679 36''583

15.0

23.9

26.9

20.3

29.4

22.5

31.6

636 914
556
605
1-1/2''
mm
26.2
35.1

27.8

6''

36" O.C.

4'-0"

6'' 152 mm

532 38 mm

G'

20.4

SLRFD

1095

904

989

831

914

779

857

739

813

708

778

684

750

663

G'

20.7

15.2

24.4

18.2

27.8

21.0

30.7

23.4

33.3

25.7

35.6

27.7

37.6

29.6

SLRFD

1194

991

1098

928

1029

882

977

847

937

820

905

798

878

780

G'

20.9

15.4

24.9

18.5

28.4

21.4

31.6

24.0

34.5

26.5

37.0

28.8

39.5

30.9

SLRFD

1364

1131

1286

1083

1230

1049

1187

1023

1154

986

1105

972

21.3

15.6

25.5

18.9

29.3

22.0

32.9

24.9

36/91002

1127

G'

36.1

27.6

39.1

30.1

41.8

32.6

SLRFD

1364

1131

1286

1083

1230

1049

1187

1023

1154

1002

1127

986

1105

G' 36'' 21.8


SLRFD
1224

16.0

26.41-1/2''
19.5

30.7

22.8

34.7

26.0

38.5 36''29.1
853
735

42.0 714
31.9
45.5
mm1-1/2''
808
702
768

34.8 38 mm
675
44.6

36/11

6''

17.8

24.5

6'' 152 mm

33.4

914/11

972

1001

1084

902

985

830

911

777

G'

36.8

27.6

41.7

31.9

45.7

35.5

48.8

38.4

51.0

40.9

52.9

42.9

54.6

SLRFD

1364

1128

1238

1042

1147

979

1079

932

1026

895

984

866

950

842

G'

37.6

28.2

43.3

33.1

47.8

37.2

51.8

40.8

54.9

43.9

57.8

46.6

59.9

49.0

SLRFD

1490

1238

1377

1163

1295

1109

1233

1068

1185

1036

1146

1010

1115

989

G'

38.3

28.8

44.4

33.9

49.8

38.5

54.1

42.4

57.8

46.1

61.3

49.3

64.1

52.1

SLRFD

1490

1238

1377

1163

1295

1109

1233

1068

1185

1036

1146

1010

1115

989

G'

39.4

29.5

46.1

35.1

52.1

40.2

57.5

44.8

62.1

48.9

66.2

52.8

69.9

56.2

SLRFD

1619

1321

1568

1294

1531

1274

1503

1259

1480

1248

1463

1238

1448

1230

G'

41.0

30.6

48.8

36.8

55.9

42.6

62.5

48.0

68.5

53.1

73.5

57.8

78.7

62.1

36/11

6''

36''

1-1/2''

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to base steel thicknesses ranging from 3/16" to 3/8". For attachment to base steel
thicknesses less than 3/16", diaphragm shear values for the X-EDNK22 fasteners should be calculated in accordance with Section 3.5.1.8.
2 Tabulated LRFD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a phi factor () of 0.70 for wind loads. To calculate LRFD values for load combinations involving
earthquake, divide values in table by 0.70 and multiply by a phi factor () of 0.65. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use
calculations as discussed in Section 3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span, ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next whole
sidelap connector.
6 For high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in
Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.

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6''

914 mm
1-1/2''

36''

152 mm

38 mm

914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

3.5.2 Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Bar Joist


36/7

914/9
(36/9)
914/9

6'' 152 mm
36''

914/7
(36/7)
914/7

914 mm
1-1/2''

152 mm

38 mm

914 mm

38 mm

Limit States Design (LSD)- Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shears, SLSD, (N/mm) and Stiffness Factors, G', (103 N/mm)
for Standard 38 mm Deep Flutes, 152 mm Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 230 MPa; Fu 310 MPa) Installed with Hilti
X-EDN19 or X-EDNK22 Fasteners with 914/9 (36/9) or 914/7 (36/7) End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
36/9
Hilti SLC5,6,7

6'' 152 mm
900 mm O.C.
36''
600 mm O.C.
22

450 mm O.C.
300 mm O.C.

36/11

150 mm O.C.

6''

36''

900 mm O.C.
600 mm O.C.
20

450 mm O.C.
300 mm O.C.
150 mm O.C.
900 mm O.C.
600 mm O.C.

18

450 mm O.C.
300 mm O.C.
150 mm O.C.

Span (mm)
1200

Factor

1500

1800

914/11

SLSD
G'
SLSD

2100

2400

2700

3000

914/9
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support
9

16.1

11.3

13.8

9.7

12.0

8.6

10.3

17.3

12.5

15.0

11.0

13.5

714 9.0
mm
1-1/2''
8.5

9.8 38 mm
9.1

9.5

7.1

8.8

6.6

8.2

6.3

9.5

10.6
7.7
152 mm
10.7
9.7

mm
10.9 9149.8

11.0

9.9 38 mm
11.0

9.9

10.0

12.1

11.1

10.3

8.1

9.7

7.8
11.0

9.2

8.6

G'

9.2

8.7

10.1

9.5

10.8

10.1

11.2

10.4

11.5

10.8

11.8

10.9

11.9

SLSD

18.3

13.7

16.2

12.3

14.7

11.3

13.6

10.6

12.6

10.1

11.8

9.6

11.2

9.3

G'

9.3

8.9

10.3

9.9

11.1

10.5

11.6

11.0

12.0

11.4

12.3

11.8

12.7

11.9

SLSD

20.3

15.9

18.4

14.6

17.0

13.8

16.0

13.1

15.2

12.6

14.5

12.2

14.0

11.9

G'

9.6

9.3

10.7

10.4

11.6

11.2

12.3

11.9

13.3

12.8

13.7

13.3

SLSD

25.3

21.2

23.9

20.3

22.8

19.7

22.1

19.2

12.8
914/1112.5

21.0

18.6

17.2

17.2

10.0

15.6

15.4

G'

18.8

14.3

14.1

9.9

11.4

11.3

12.6

12.4

13.5

15.2

14.9

21.41-1/2''
15.1

18.4

13.1

16.2

11.7

14.4

10.6

13.0 7149.8
mm

12.0

9.1 38 mm
11.2

8.7

G'

12.5

11.5

13.3

12.1

13.6

12.3

13.8

12.4

13.8

12.4

13.8

12.3

13.8

12.2

SLSD

23.0

16.9

20.2

15.0

18.1

13.7

16.6

12.8

15.3

12.0

14.2

11.4

13.4

10.9

G'

12.8

12.0

13.7

12.7

14.3

13.2

14.6

13.5

14.8

13.6

14.8

13.7

14.8

13.7

SLSD

24.6

18.6

21.9

16.8

19.9

15.6

18.5

14.7

17.4

14.0

16.4

13.4

15.7

13.0

SLSD

13.3
152 mm

21.4

G'

13.2

12.3

14.1

13.3

14.9

13.9

15.4

14.3

15.6

14.7

15.9

14.9

16.1

14.9

SLSD

27.4

21.7

25.0

20.2

23.3

19.0

21.9

18.2

20.9

17.6

20.1

17.1

19.4

16.7

G'

13.5

13.0

14.8

14.2

15.7

15.0

16.4

15.7

17.0

16.2

17.2

16.7

17.9

16.9

SLSD

34.0

28.8

32.3

27.7

31.1

27.0

30.2

26.4

29.4

26.0

27.6

25.6

22.4

22.4

G'

14.4

14.1

16.0

15.7

17.3

17.0

18.4

18.1

19.3

18.9

20.0

19.6

20.8

20.4

SLSD

26.4

18.8

22.8

16.4

20.2

14.7

18.1

13.4

16.4

12.4

15.2

11.6

14.1

11.0

G'

19.2

17.3

19.6

17.3

19.5

17.2

19.2

16.9

18.9

16.5

18.5

16.2

18.2

15.9

SLSD

28.5

21.1

25.1

18.8

22.6

17.2

20.8

16.1

19.4

15.2

18.1

14.5

17.0

13.9

G'

20.0

18.2

20.5

18.6

20.7

18.7

20.7

18.7

20.5

18.5

20.4

18.4

20.0

18.2

SLSD

30.5

23.3

27.3

21.2

25.0

19.7

23.2

18.5

21.8

17.7

20.8

17.0

19.9

16.5

G'

20.4

18.9

21.3

19.6

21.7

20.0

21.7

20.0

21.7

20.4

21.7

20.4

21.7

20.4

SLSD

34.0

27.1

31.1

25.2

29.0

23.9

27.5

22.9

26.2

22.2

25.2

21.5

24.4

21.1

G'

21.3

20.4

22.6

21.3

23.3

22.1

23.8

22.5

24.2

22.9

24.4

23.2

24.4

23.3

SLSD

34.0

27.1

31.1

25.6

29.0

24.7

27.8

24.0

26.9

23.5

26.2

23.1

25.7

22.8

G'

23.3

22.7

25.1

24.5

26.5

25.8

27.6

26.9

28.4

27.8

29.1

28.5

29.4

29.4

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to base steel thicknesses ranging from 5 mm to 10 mm. For attachment to base steel
thicknesses less than 5 mm, diaphragm shear values for the X-EDNK22 fasteners should be calculated in accordance with Section 3.5.1.8.
2 Tabulated LSD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a phi factor () of 0.65 for wind loads. To calculate LSD values for load combinations involving
earthquake, divide values in table by 0.65 and multiply by a phi factor () of 0.60. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use
calculations as discussed in Section 3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=(span, mm)/(SS, mm). Round up to the next whole
sidelap connector.
6 For high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in
Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.

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6''

914 mm
1-1/2''

36''

152 mm

38 mm

914 mm

38 mm
Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Bar Joist 3.5.2

c
36/4

914/5
(36/5)
914/5

6'' 152 mm
36''

914/4
(36/4)
914/4

914 mm
1-1/2''

152 mm

38 mm

914 mm

38 mm

Limit States Design (LSD)- Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shears, SLSD, (N/mm) and Stiffness Factors, G', (103 N/mm)
for Standard 38 mm Deep Flutes, 152 mm Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 230 MPa; Fu 310 MPa) Installed with Hilti
X-EDN19 or X-EDNK22 Fasteners with 914/5 (36/5) or 914/4 (36/4) End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
36/5
Hilti SLC5,6,7

152 mm
6''mm
900
O.C.
36''
600 mm O.C.
22

450 mm O.C.
300 mm O.C.

36/7

150 mm O.C.

6'' 152 mm
36''

900 mm O.C.

600 mm O.C.
20

450 mm O.C.

36/9
300 mm
O.C.
152O.C.
mm
150
6''mm
36''

900 mm O.C.
600 mm O.C.
18

450 mm O.C.

36/11
300 mm O.C.

6''

150 mm36''
O.C.

Span (mm)
1200

Factor

1500

1800

914/7

SLSD
G'

10.1

8.2

8.9

7.3

8.0

6.7

3.1

11.2

9.2

10.0

8.4

9.2

914 2.3
mm
1-1/2''
1.7

SLSD

2100

2400

2700

3000

914/5
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support

2.738 mm
2.0

6.8

5.8

6.3

5.5

6.0

5.2

2.3

7.3152 mm
6.2
3.5
2.6

mm
3.8 9142.9

4.1

3.1 38 mm
4.3

3.3

7.8

8.6

8.1

7.7

6.8

6.5

7.4

7.0

7.4

G'

2.3

1.7

2.8

2.0

3.2

2.4

3.6

2.7

3.9

3.0

4.3

3.3

4.6

3.5

SLSD

12.1

10.0

11.1

9.3

10.3

8.8

9.7

8.4

9.3

8.1

9.0

7.9

8.7

7.7

G'

2.3

1.7

2.8

2.1

3.3

2.4

3.7

2.7

4.0

3.0

4.4

3.3

4.7

3.6

SLSD

13.8

11.4

12.9

10.9

12.3

10.5

11.8

10.2

11.4

9.9

11.1

9.8

10.9

9.6

G'914/9 2.4

1.7

2.9

2.1

3.3

2.5

3.8

2.8

SLSD

17.1

13.9

16.6

13.6

16.3

13.4

16.0

13.3

G'

2.4

1.7

2.9

2.1

3.4

2.5

3.9

11.938 mm
9.9

10.8

9.1

10.0

11.0
SLSD 91413.5
mm
1-1/2''

2.9
152 mm
8.5

4.2
914/7 3.1

15.8

13.2

4.4

3.3

9.3 9148.0
mm

4.6

3.5

5.0

3.8

15.6

13.1

15.5

13.0

4.8

3.6

5.2

3.9

8.8

7.6 38 mm
8.3

7.3

G'

3.5

2.6

4.1

3.1

4.7

3.5

5.1

3.9

5.5

4.3

5.8

4.6

6.1

4.8

SLSD

15.0

12.4

13.6

11.4

12.5

10.7

11.8

10.1

11.2

9.7

10.7

9.4

10.3

9.1

G'

3.6

2.6

4.2

3.2

4.8

3.6

5.3

4.1

5.8

4.5

6.2

4.8

6.5

5.2

SLSD

16.4

13.6

15.1

12.7

14.1

12.1

13.4

11.6

12.9

11.2

12.4

10.9

12.1

10.7

G'

3.6

2.7

4.3

3.2

4.9

3.7

5.5

4.2

6.0

4.6

6.5

5.0

6.8

5.4

SLSD

18.6

15.4

17.5

14.7

16.7

14.3

16.2

13.9

15.7

13.6

15.3

13.4

15.0

13.2

G'

3.7

2.7

4.4

3.3

5.1

3.8

5.7

4.3

6.3

4.8

6.8

5.2

7.3

5.6

SLSD

18.6

15.4

17.5

14.7

16.7

14.3

16.1

13.9

15.7

13.6

15.3

13.4

15.0

13.2

4.6 38 mm
3.4

5.3

3.9

6.0

4.5

14.9

13.5

11.4

12.5

10.7

5.5 38 mm
7.9
10.6

9.3

914/11

G'
SLSD

2.8
714 3.8
mm
1-1/2''
16.8

13.7

12.4

152 mm

914/9

6.7 9145.0
mm
10.1

11.7

7.3
11.1

9.6

6.0

G'

6.4

4.8

7.2

5.5

7.9

6.2

8.5

6.7

8.9

7.1

9.3

7.5

9.5

7.8

SLSD

18.7

15.5

17.0

14.3

15.7

13.4

14.8

12.8

14.1

12.3

13.5

11.9

13.0

11.6

G'

6.5

4.9

7.5

5.7

8.3

6.5

9.0

7.1

9.6

7.6

10.1

8.1

10.5

8.5

SLSD

20.3

16.8

18.8

15.8

17.6

15.1

16.8

14.5

16.1

14.1

15.6

13.7

15.2

13.4

G'

6.6

5.0

7.7

5.9

8.6

6.7

9.4

7.4

10.1

8.0

10.6

8.5

11.2

9.1

SLSD

20.3

16.8

18.8

15.8

17.6

15.1

16.8

14.5

16.1

14.1

15.6

13.7

15.2

13.4

7.8

G'

6.8

5.1

8.0

6.1

9.1

7.0

10.0

SLSD

22.0

17.9

21.3

17.6

20.8

17.3

20.4

G'

7.1

5.3

8.5

6.4

9.7

7.4

10.9

1-1/2''

152 mm
17.1
8.3

914/11

10.8

8.5

11.5

9.2

12.2

9.8

20.1

16.9

19.8

16.8

19.6

16.7

9.2

12.8

10.0

13.7

10.8

11.9

714 mm

38 mm

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to base steel thicknesses ranging from 5 mm to 10 mm. For attachment to base steel
thicknesses less than 5 mm, diaphragm shear values for the X-EDNK22 fasteners should be calculated in accordance with Section 3.5.1.8.
2 Tabulated LSD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a phi factor () of 0.65 for wind loads. To calculate LSD values for load combinations involving
earthquake, divide values in table by 0.65 and multiply by a phi factor () of 0.60. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use
calculations as discussed in Section 3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=(span, mm)/(SS, mm). Round up to the next whole
sidelap connector.
6 For high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in
Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.

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Limit States Design-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Tables for Deck Fasteners (Canada)
Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) & Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
for 38 mm deep steel nestable deck fastened w/Hilti X-EDNK22/EDN19 w/screwed sidelaps (Canada only)1,2,3
Diaphragm Table 36-7 w/X-EDNK22/EDN19 Metric

No. of Transverse Nails per 900 mm Wide Deck Units=7 (every flute)
Span (mm)
1200
1500
1800
2100
2400
2700
3000

Sidelap Connection
Deck Gauge Thickness
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F

Diaphragm Table 36-4 w/


X-EDNK22/EDN19 Metric

#10 Screw at 600 mm O.C. #10 Screw at 450 mm O.C. #10 Screw at 300 mm O.C. #10 Screw at 150 mm O.C.
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
6.5
7.9
10.2 12.8
6.5
7.9
10.2 12.8
8.3
10.1 13.3 16.7 11.6 14.0 18.4 23.1
120
88
60
45
120
88
60
45
110
79
52
38
101
71
45
32
5.2
6.2
8.2
10.3
6.1
7.4
9.6
12.1
7.6
9.3
12.2 15.3 11.0 13.4 17.6 22.0
115
88
62
49
108
81
56
43
99
73
49
37
89
64
42
30
5.1
6.1
8.1
10.1
5.8
7.1
9.3
11.6
7.2
8.7
11.4 14.3 10.7 12.9 17.0 21.3
106
81
59
46
99
76
54
42
91
68
47
36
81
59
39
29
4.2
5.2
6.9
8.7
4.9
6.0
8.0
10.0
6.8
8.2
10.8 13.6
9.6
12.6 16.6 20.7
106
83
62
50
99
77
56
45
86
66
46
36
75
56
38
28
4.2
5.2
6.9
8.7
4.8
5.9
7.9
9.9
6.6
7.9
10.5 13.0
7.4
9.8
15.0 20.3
99
79
59
48
94
73
54
44
83
64
46
36
71
53
37
28
3.8
4.6
6.1
7.6
4.8
5.9
7.8
9.8
5.9
7.6
10.1 12.7
5.9
7.8
11.9 16.6
101
82
62
51
90
71
53
43
80
62
45
36
68
51
36
27
3.9
4.7
6.2
7.8
4.3
5.3
6.9
8.7
4.7
6.2
9.6
12.3
4.7
6.2
9.6
13.5
96
78
60
49
91
73
55
45
77
61
45
36
65
50
35
27

Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) & Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
for 38 mm deep steel nestable deck fastened w/Hilti X-EDNK22/EDN19 w/screwed sidelaps (Canada only)1,2,3

No. of Transverse Nails per 900 mm Wide Deck Units=4 (every other flute)
Span (mm)
1200
1500
1800
2100
2400
2700
3000

Sidelap Connection
Deck Gauge Thickness
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F

Diaphragm Table 36-7 w/


X-EDNK22/EDN19 Metric

#10 Screw at 600 mm O.C. #10 Screw at 450 mm O.C. #10 Screw at 300 mm O.C. #10 Screw at 150 mm O.C.
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
4.7
5.6
7.4
9.3
4.7
5.6
7.4
9.3
6.2
7.4
9.8
12.2
8.1
9.8
12.8 16.0
595
384
210
132
595
384
210
132
578
369
197
120
567
359
188
113
3.9
4.7
6.1
7.6
4.6
5.5
7.3
9.2
5.9
7.1
9.3
11.6
7.9
9.5
12.6 15.7
500
328
186
122
487
317
176
113
474
305
166
103
462
294
156
95
4.0
4.7
6.2
7.8
4.6
5.5
7.2
9.2
5.6
6.8
8.9
11.2
7.8
9.4
12.3 15.5
425
281
161
106
415
272
154
100
405
262
145
92
392
251
135
83
3.4
4.1
5.4
6.8
4.0
4.8
6.3
7.9
5.4
6.6
8.6
10.8
7.6
9.3
12.2 15.3
383
257
152
103
372
247
143
96
355
232
130
84
342
220
120
75
3.5
4.2
5.6
7.1
4.0
4.8
6.3
8.0
5.3
6.3
8.5
10.6
7.6
9.2
12.1 15.2
340
230
137
94
332
222
130
88
318
209
119
78
304
197
108
68
3.1
3.8
4.9
6.2
4.0
4.9
6.5
8.1
5.2
6.2
8.2
10.3
7.5
9.2
12.0 15.0
318
218
133
93
301
203
120
82
289
192
110
73
275
179
99
63
3.2
3.9
5.2
6.6
3.6
4.5
5.9
7.4
5.1
6.2
8.1
10.2
7.5
9.0
12.0 14.9
290
365
123
86
283
193
117
81
266
177
103
69
252
165
92
59

Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) & Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
for 38 mm deep steel deck fastened w/Hilti X-EDNK22/EDN19 (Canada only)1,2,3

No. of Transverse Nails per 900 mm Wide Deck Units=7 (every flute)
Span (mm)
1200
1500
1800
2100
2400
2700
3000

Sidelap Connection
Deck Gauge Thickness
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F

Button Punch 600 mm O.C. Button Punch 450 mm O.C. Button Punch 300 mm O.C. Button Punch 150 mm O.C.
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
5.8
7.1
9.5
12.1
5.8
7.1
9.5
12.1
6.5
8.1
11.2 14.8
7.8
10.0 14.3 19.6
129
96
67
51
129
96
67
51
126
94
65
50
122
90
62
47
4.6
5.6
7.5
9.8
4.8
6.0
8.3
10.9
5.5
6.9
9.9
13.2
6.9
8.9
13.2 18.2
126
97
71
56
125
96
69
55
122
94
67
53
116
88
63
49
4.0
4.9
6.9
9.2
4.2
5.4
7.5
10.1
4.8
6.1
8.8
12.1
6.2
8.2
12.2 17.3
126
100
75
61
124
98
73
59
121
95
71
57
114
89
65
52
3.4
4.2
5.9
7.8
3.6
4.6
6.5
8.7
4.2
5.5
8.1
11.3
5.8
7.8
11.6 16.6
130
105
81
66
128
103
79
65
122
98
75
61
113
90
67
55
3.2
4.0
5.6
7.5
3.3
4.2
6.1
8.3
3.9
5.1
7.5
10.7
5.4
7.3
11.2 16.0
133
109
85
71
130
107
83
69
125
102
79
66
113
91
70
57
2.7
3.5
4.9
6.6
3.1
4.0
5.8
8.0
3.6
4.7
7.2
10.1
5.2
6.9
10.8 15.6
139
115
92
77
134
111
88
74
128
106
83
70
114
93
72
60
2.6
3.3
4.8
6.6
2.7
3.5
5.2
7.2
3.4
4.5
6.8
9.8
4.9
6.7
10.5 15.3
143
120
96
81
140
118
94
80
131
110
87
73
115
95
75
62

1 The ratio of span of deck unit to average length of sheet is taken to be 1/3.
2 Diaphragm loads are based on steel decks having an average ultimate tensile strength of 55 ksi.
3 Values shown calculated in accordance with SDI equations using a factor of 0.5 for LSD for all load conditions.
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Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Bar Joist 3.5.2

Limit States Design-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Tables for Deck Fasteners (Canada)
Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) & Flexibility Factor,
F, (mm x 10-6/N) for 38 mm deep steel deck fastened w/Hilti X-EDNK22/EDN19 (Canada only)1,2,3
Diaphragm Table 36-4 w/X-EDNK22/EDN19 Metric

No. of Transverse Nails per 900 mm Wide Deck Units=4 (every other flute)
Span (mm)
1200
1500
1800
2100
2400
2700
3000

Sidelap Connection
Deck Gauge Thickness
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F

Diaphragm Table 24-5 w/


X-EDNK22/EDN19 Metric

Button Punch 600 mm O.C. Button Punch 450 mm O.C. Button Punch 300 mm O.C. Button Punch 150 mm O.C.
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
4.1
4.3
5.7
7.4
3.5
4.3
5.7
7.4
4.0
5.0
7.0
9.3
4.8
6.2
8.9
12.0
612
399
224
144
612
399
224
144
607
395
220
141
599
388
214
135
3.3
4.0
5.5
7.2
3.5
4.5
6.2
8.1
4.1
5.2
7.4
10.0
5.3
6.8
9.9
13.6
521
348
203
137
518
345
201
134
513
340
196
130
502
330
188
123
2.9
3.6
5.2
6.9
3.2
4.1
5.9
7.9
3.6
4.7
6.9
9.4
4.9
6.5
9.5
13.2
462
315
190
132
459
311
188
130
452
306
183
125
438
293
172
116
2.5
3.2
4.5
6.0
2.7
3.8
4.9
6.8
3.3
4.5
6.5
8.9
4.7
6.1
9.2
12.9
426
297
186
134
422
293
183
131
412
283
175
124
394
268
161
111
2.4
2.9
4.3
6.0
2.5
3.5
4.8
6.7
3.1
4.1
6.2
8.6
4.5
5.9
8.9
12.7
398
282
182
134
394
278
179
131
383
268
170
123
362
249
154
109
2.0
2.6
3.8
5.3
2.4
3.4
4.7
6.6
2.9
3.9
6.0
8.3
4.2
5.8
8.8
12.5
382
276
184
139
373
268
177
132
361
257
168
124
337
236
149
107
2.0
2.6
3.8
5.3
2.1
3.2
4.2
6.0
2.7
3.6
5.8
8.1
4.1
5.6
8.7
12.3
367
393
183
140
362
265
180
137
346
250
166
125
318
225
145
106

Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) and Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
for 75 mm deep steel deck fastened with Hilti X-EDNK22/EDN19 (Canada only)1, 2, 3

No. of Transverse Nails per 600 mm Wide Deck Units=5 (every flute)
Span (mm)
2400
2700
1800
3300
3600
3900
4200

Sidelap Connection
Deck Gauge Thickness
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F
Strength, SLSD
Flexibility Factor, F

Button Punch 600 mm O.C. Button Punch 450 mm O.C. Button Punch 300 mm O.C. Button Punch 150 mm O.C.
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
2.0
2.6
3.7
5.2
2.1
2.8
4.2
5.8
2.6
3.5
5.4
7.8
3.9
5.4
8.8
12.9
281
227
173
143
275
222
169
139
262
209
158
130
235
185
137
111
1.7
2.2
3.3
4.5
2.0
2.6
4.0
5.7
2.4
3.3
5.1
7.5
3.7
5.2
8.5
12.6
290
238
185
154
279
227
176
146
264
214
165
136
233
186
140
115
1.6
2.1
3.2
4.5
1.7
2.3
3.5
5.1
2.3
3.1
4.9
7.2
3.6
5.0
8.2
12.4
295
244
192
161
289
238
187
157
268
220
171
143
233
188
143
118
1.4
1.9
2.9
4.1
1.7
2.2
3.5
5.0
2.1
2.9
4.7
7.0
3.4
4.8
8.0
12.2
307
257
205
173
293
245
194
164
272
225
177
149
233
189
146
121
1.4
1.9
2.9
4.1
1.6
2.2
3.4
5.0
2.0
2.8
4.5
6.8
3.3
4.7
7.9
12
312
263
211
180
299
251
201
170
277
231
183
155
233
191
149
124
1.2
1.7
2.6
3.8
1.4
2.0
3.1
4.6
1.9
2.7
4.4
6.6
3.2
4.6
7.8
11.9
325
276
224
191
311
263
212
181
282
237
189
160
234
193
152
127
1.2
1.6
2.6
3.8
1.4
1.9
3.1
4.6
1.9
2.6
4.3
6.5
3.2
4.5
7.6
11.8
331
282
230
197
316
269
218
186
287
242
195
166
235
195
154
129

1 The ratio of span of deck unit to average length of sheet is taken to be 1/3.
2 Diaphragm loads are based on steel decks having an average ultimate tensile strength of 55 ksi.
3 Values shown calculated in accordance with SDI equations using a factor of 0.5 for LSD for all load conditions.

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3.5.2.4 Ordering Information
DX 860-HSN Decking System
Tools
Description

Notes

Qty

DX 860-HSN Stand-Up Decking Tool

Use on Demand service provides


daily rental

1 pcs

Accessories
Description

Notes

Qty

Spare Set (HSN Piston and Brake)

Piston and brake for DX 860-HSN

1 pcs

Fasteners (Combos with 40-strip Cartridges)


Description

Notes

Qty

X-EDN19 Bulk Fastener/Cartridge Combo

3/16" (5 mm) tf 3/8" (10 mm)

2,000 pcs

X-EDN19 Pallet Fastener/Cartridge Combo

3/16" (5 mm) tf 3/8" (10 mm)

32,000 pcs

X-EDNK22 Bulk Fastener/Cartridge Combo

1/8" (3 mm) tf 1/4" (6 mm)

2,000 pcs

X-EDNK22 Pallet Fastener/Cartridge Combo

1/8" (3 mm) tf 1/4" (6 mm)

32,000 pcs

Notes

Qty

DX 460-SM Decking System


Tools
Description
DX 460-SM Hand Held Decking Tool

1 pcs

Accessories
Description

Notes

Qty

Magazine X-SM

Replacement magazine for DX 460-SM

1 pcs

Piston X-AP PSM

Replacement piston for DX 460-SM

1 pcs

Buffer (reinforced) X-460-B

Replacement buffer for DX-460-SM

1 pcs

Fasteners (Combos with 10-strip Cartridges for DX 460-SM)


Description

Notes

Qty

X-EDN19 Bulk Fastener/Cartridge Combo

3/16" (5 mm) tf 3/8" (10 mm)

1,000 pcs

X-EDN19 Pallet Fastener/Cartridge Combo

3/16" (5 mm) tf 3/8" (10 mm)

32,000 pcs

X-EDNK22 Bulk Fastener/Cartridge Combo

1/8" (3 mm) tf 1/4" (6 mm)

1,000 pcs

X-EDNK22 Pallet Fastener/Cartridge Combo

1/8" (3 mm) tf 1/4" (6 mm)

32,000 pcs

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Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel 3.5.3


3.5.3.1 Product Description

3.5.3.1

Product Description

The Hilti structural steel deck fastening


system consists of powder-actuated
tools which are primarily used with one
fastener: the X-ENP-19 L15, which is
available either collated or non-collated.

3.5.3.2

Material Specifications

3.5.3.3

Technical Data

3.5.3.4

Ordering Information

For most structural steel decking jobs,


the tool of choice will be the DX 860ENP-L tool. This self-contained stand up
decking tool is powered by 0.27 caliber
long cartridges, which are loaded into
the tool in strips of 40. The cartridges
drive the X-ENP-19 L15 MXR fastener
(collated version) into almost any type of
steel deck and base steel thicknesses

greater than or equal to 1/4". These fasteners are available in collated strips of
10. Four of these strips are loaded into
the DX 860-ENP-L tool along with the
cartridge strip, and enable the operator
to fasten at a rate of up to 1,000 quality
fastenings per hour.
Other tools include the hand held
DX 76, a semi-automatic magazine
tool. Other configurations of the DX 76
include a single fastener guide variation
of the tool for miscellaneous use.

X-ENP-19 L15 MX & MXR

X-ENP-19 L15

3.5.3.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel

Fastener
X-ENP-19 L15

Fastener
Plating
5 m Zinc1

Nominal Fastener
Hardness
58 HRC

1 ASTM B 633, SC 1, Type III.

3.5.3.3 Technical Data


Allowable Pullout Loads for Attachments to Steel Base Material lb (kN)1, 2, 3
Fastener
X-ENP-19 L15
1
2
3
4

1/4
905 (4.03)

Base Material Thickness (in.)


3/8
1/2 4
1125 (5.00)
1010 (4.49)

5/8 4
965 (4.29)

These values represent testing performed in ASTM A 36 plate steel.


The values must be compared with allowable tensile pullover values.
Allowable values based on safety factor of 5.0.
Allowable values are based on minimum 1/2" penetration depth through or into base steel. For 3/8"
penetration depth into 1/2" and thicker steels, reduce the allowable load capacity to 635 lb (2.79 kN).

Approvals/Listings
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2776, ESR-2197, ESR-1116,
ESR-1169
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25877, RR 25296
FM (Factory Mutual)
For attaching Class 1 Steel Roof Decks
with 1-60 and 1-90 wind uplift ratings.
Listed for higher wind uplift ratings with
FM Approved Lightweight Insulating
Concrete Roof Deck Assemblies.
Refer to FM RoofNav for specific
assembly listings.
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
Fasteners for attaching steel roof deck
(uplift and fire classification)

Allowable Pullover and Shear Bearing Loads for Attaching Steel Deck 2,3,4

Fastener

X-ENP-19 L15 1
1
2
3
4

16 (0.0598)
Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
940
1050
(4.14)
(4.62)

18 (0.0474)
Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
875
840
(3.85)
(3.70)

Steel Deck Gauge (in.)


20 (0.0358)
22 (0.0295)
Tension Shear Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
755
640
665
535
(3.32)
(2.82)
(2.93)
(2.35)

24 (0.0239)
Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
400
440
(1.78)
(1.94)

26 (0.0179)
Tension Shear
lb (kN)
lb (kN)
185
335
(0.81)
(1.47)

Minimum base steel thickness must be greater than or equal to 1/4" (6 mm).
Allowable values are based on a safety factor of 3.0.
For alternate pullover capacities and factors of safety for uplift, refer to SDI Diaphragm Design Manual.
Loads based on ASTM A 1008, or minimum ASTM A 653 SQ33 steel deck.

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6''

1-1/2''

36''

152 mm
36''

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

3.5.3 Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel


36/9
6''

36/7

1-1/2''

36''

6'' 152 mm
36''

914/9

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Allowable Stress Design (ASD) Allowable Diaphragm Shears, SASD, (plf) and Stiffness Factors, G', (kips/in.) for Standard
1-1/2" Deep Flutes, 6" Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) Installed with Hilti X-ENP-19 L15 Fasteners
with 36/9 or 36/7 End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti SLC5,6,7
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.

22
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
20
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
18
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
16
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.

Factor

36/11

4'-0"

9
SASD
804
G'
55.7
6''
SASD 36''861
G'
56.2
SASD
915
G'
56.8
SASD
1016
G'
57.5
SASD
1263
G'
59.2
SASD
1568
G'
61.0
SASD
1038
G'
78.5
SASD
1117
G'
79.5
SASD
1193
G'
80.0
SASD
1333
G'
81.8
SASD
1666
G'
84.8
SASD
2050
G'
88.5
SASD
1254
G'
123.5
SASD
1352
G'
126.6
SASD
1446
G'
128.2
SASD
1617
G'
131.6
SASD
2023
G'
138.9
SASD
2484
G'
147.1
SASD
1277
G'
172.4
SASD
1382
G'
175.4
SASD
1481
G'
178.6
SASD
1662
G'
185.2
SASD
2082
G'
196.1
SASD
2542
G'
212.8

7
561
52.8
623
53.7
683
54.3
793
55.7
1058
58.1
1362
60.2
731
73.3
819
74.9
902
76.3
1055
78.5
1409
83.0
1784
87.0
886
113.6
994
116.3
1097
119.0
1285
123.5
1715
133.3
2163
144.9
908
153.8
1023
158.7
1132
163.9
1330
172.4
1773
188.7
2214
208.3

5'-0"
9
7
688
485
61.5
57.5
750 1-1/2''
550
62.5
59.0
808
613
63.3
60.2
919
730
64.6
62.3
1192
1014
67.1
66.1
1532
1341
69.9
69.4
892
636
84.6
77.7
979
728
86.2
80.2
1061
815
87.7
82.6
1214
978
89.9
85.9
1583
1358
94.7
92.5
2012
1763
100.0
99.0
1079
771
128.4 115.0
1186
885
131.6 120.6
1288
993
135.1 123.5
1476
1193
139.3 131.0
1926
1655
149.5 144.7
2440
2138
161.3 158.7
1102
793
172.4 151.5
1216
914
178.6 158.7
1324
1029
181.8 166.7
1523
1239
192.3 175.4
1989
1716
208.3 200.0
2501
2192
227.3 222.2

Span (ft- in.)


6'-0"
7'-0"
8'-0"
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support
36/9
9
7
9
7
9
7
595
426
525
383
473
352
6''
65.6
60.5
68.3
62.4
69.9152 63.7
mm
670
499
601
459
549 36''427
67.0
62.7
70.2
65.3
72.5
67.1
732
564
675
528
624
500
68.0
64.5
71.9
67.6
74.6
69.9
849
685
796
652
755
627
70.2
67.4
74.5
71.4
78.1
74.6
1140
982
1101
958
1070
940
74.1
72.6
80.0
78.1
84.7
36/1182.6
1505
1327
1485
1316
1188
1188
78.1
77.5
84.7
84.0
90.1
89.3
6''
783
566
695
513
629
472
88.2
80.0
90.1
81.0
91.0 36''
81.2
880
664
803
617
737
580
90.5
83.5
93.2
85.4
94.8
86.6
967
755
896
710
841
676
92.6
86.2
96.2
89.3
98.0
90.9
1129
923
1064
883
1014
852
95.8
91.2
100.2
95.1
103.5
98.1
1523
1321
1477
1294
1441
1273
102.5 100.0 108.7 106.1 113.8 111.0
1983
1748
1962
1737
1547
1547
108.7 107.5 117.6 116.3 123.5 122.0
956
692
851
628
772
580
129.6 114.7 129.1 113.2 127.5 111.2
1068
809
979
753
906
710
133.9 120.9 134.5 120.8 134.1 120.0
1175
921
1090
868
1025
827
137.0 126.6 138.9 128.2 140.8 128.2
1374
1128
1298
1080
1238
1044
144.3 135.2 147.4 138.0 149.4 139.8
1855
1612
1801
1581
1759
1556
157.7 152.6 163.9 158.7 168.7 163.4
2407
2121
2383
2108
2219
2099
172.4 169.5 181.8 178.6 188.7 185.2
978
713
881
654
801
605
170.3 147.8 166.5 143.5 162.2 139.1
1098
838
1010
782
942
740
177.0 157.2 174.7 154.4 171.7 151.4
1212
957
1128
904
1063
864
181.8 166.7 181.8 163.9 178.6 161.3
1423
1176
1347
1129
1289
1093
193.4 179.1 194.4 179.9 194.4 180.1
1922
1676
1870
1646
1830
1622
215.3 206.9 220.4 212.0 224.1 215.8
2472
2177
2450
2166
2432
2157
238.1 232.6 250.0 243.9 256.4 250.0

9'-0"

914/11

10'-0"

9
7
9
436
329
408
71.4
64.1
71.9
1-1/2''
512 714
404mm
483
74.1
68.5
75.2
587
478
558
76.9
71.9
78.1
723
607
697
80.6
77.5
83.3
938
926
760
88.5
87.0
91.7
938
938
760
95.2
94.3
100.0
578
441
541
1-1/2''
90.9
81.3
90.9
686
549
649
96.2
87.0
96.2
793
649
757
100.0
92.6
101.0
975
828
942
106.4 100.0 107.5
1222
1222
990
117.6 114.9 122.0
1222
1222
990
129.9 128.2 135.1
710
542
661
125.5 109.1 123.5
844
676
795
133.0 118.9 131.6
973
795
928
138.9 126.6 138.9
1191
1015
1152
150.6 141.0 151.5
1725
1537
1420
172.4 167.2 175.4
1753
1753
1420
196.1 192.3 200.0
739
567
690
157.8 135.0 153.5
883
706
833
168.4 148.5 165.2
1011
832
969
178.6 161.3 175.4
1242
1064
1204
193.9 179.8 193.0
1797
1604
1771
226.8 218.8 228.9
2191
2150
1775
263.2 256.4 263.2

7
311
64.5
386 38 mm
69.4
461
73.5
591
79.4
760
90.1
760
99.0
418
80.6
526
87.7
627
93.5
808
102.0
990
119.0
990
133.3
512
106.4
646
117.6
769
126.6
991
140.8
1420
169.5
1420
196.1
537
131.1
679
145.7
806
158.7
1041
179.4
1589
221.1
1775
263.2

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to a base steel thickness greater than or equal to 1/4".
2 Tabulated ASD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a safety factor () of 2.35 for wind loads. To calculate ASD values for load combinations involving earthquake, multiply values in
table by 2.35 and divide by a safety factor () of 2.50. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use calculations as discussed in Section
3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span, ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next whole sidelap connector.
6 For 16 gauge steel deck or for high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.
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1-1/2''

36''

152 mm
36''

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel 3.5.3


36/4

36/5
6''

1-1/2''

36''

6'' 152 mm
36''

914/5

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Allowable Stress Design (ASD) Allowable Diaphragm Shears, SASD, (plf) and Stiffness Factors, G', (kips/in.) for Standard
1-1/2" Deep Flutes, 6" Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) Installed with Hilti X-ENP-19 L15 Fasteners
with 36/5 or 36/4 End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti SLC5,6,7
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.

22
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
20
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
18
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
16
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.

Factor

36/7

4'-0"

5
SASD
504
G'
13.6
6''
SASD 36'' 557
G'
13.6
SASD
605
G'
13.7
SASD
688
G'
13.8
SASD
862
G'36/9 14.0
SASD
862
G'
14.1
6''
SASD
656
36''
G'
21.1
SASD
729
G'
21.2
SASD
795
G'
21.4
SASD
908
G'
21.6
SASD
36/11 1130
G'
22.0
S
1130
6''ASD
G' 36'' 22.3
SASD
795
G'
38.8
SASD
884
G'
39.2
SASD
965
G'
39.7
SASD
1103
G'
40.3
SASD
1370
G'
41.5
SASD
1370
G'
42.4
SASD
813
G'
62.1
SASD
908
G'
63.3
SASD
993
G'
64.1
SASD
1136
G'
65.8
SASD
1404
G'
68.5
SASD
1404
G'
70.9

4
410
9.9
458
9.9
501
10.0
572
10.0
700
10.1
700
10.2
536
15.4
602
15.5
660
15.6
753
15.8
913
16.0
913
16.2
650
28.8
731
29.2
801
29.5
914
30.0
1105
30.8
1105
31.3
666
46.9
751
47.8
825
48.8
940
49.8
1128
51.8
1128
53.2

5'-0"
5
4
442
365
16.3
11.9
4991-1/2''
418
16.4
12.0
552
465
16.6
12.1
644
544
16.8
12.2
837
688
17.1
12.4
837
688
17.3
12.6
579
481
1-1/2''
24.9
18.4
659
554
25.3
18.7
731
618
25.5
18.9
856
721
25.9
19.1
1103
899
26.6
19.6
1103
899
27.11-1/2''
19.9
703
584
44.6
33.7
801
673
45.5
34.4
890
751
46.3
35.0
1042
877
47.4
35.8
1339
1089
49.3
37.1
1339
1089
51.0
38.2
722
601
69.4
53.5
825
695
71.4
55.2
919
776
73.0
56.5
1077
905
75.8
58.1
1376
1114
80.0
61.3
1376
1114
84.0
64.1

Span (ft- in.)


6'-0"
7'-0"
8'-0"
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support
36/5
5
4
5
4
5
4
398
333
365
309
336
288
6''
18.8
13.8
21.0
15.6
23.0
17.2
152 mm
458
389
428
367
404 36''351
19.0
14.0
21.4
15.9
23.5
17.6
514
440
485
420
463
405
19.2
14.2
21.7
16.1
23.9
17.9
613
524
589
509
570
497
19.5
14.4
22.1
16.4
24.6
18.3
819
679
806
672
795
666
20.0
14.7
22.8
16.8
25.4
36/7 18.9
819
679
806
672
795
666
20.4
14.9
23.3
17.1
26.1
19.3
6''
152 mm
525
441
484
411
452
388
36''
28.3
21.2
31.3
23.6
33.7
25.7
608
519
571
492
541
472
28.8
21.6
32.1
24.2
34.8
26.6
685
587
651
564
624
546
29.2
21.9
32.7
24.6
35.7
27.2
819
698
790
681
768
667
29.9
22.3
33.6
25.2
36.9
28.0
36/9 877
1084
890
1069
883
1058
30.9
22.9
35.0
26.2
38.8
29.2
1084
890
1069
883
1058
877
6'' 152 mm
31.7
23.4
36.1
26.8
40.2 36''
30.1
637
536
588
501
551
474
49.3
37.8
53.2
41.2
56.2
44.0
741
632
695
600
661
576
50.8
38.9
55.2
42.8
58.8
46.1
835
715
794
688
762
666
51.8
39.7
56.8
44.1
61.0
47.8
998
850
964
830
938
814
36/1150.0
53.8
41.0
59.2
45.7
64.1
1317
1079
1300
1070
1287
1064
56.5
42.9
63.3
48.4
69.0
53.5
6''
1317
1079
1300
1070
1287 36''
1064
58.8
44.4
66.2
50.5
73.0
56.2
657
554
608
519
570
492
74.6
58.6
78.7
62.4
81.3
65.4
766
654
721
624
687
599
77.5
61.0
82.6
65.7
86.2
69.6
865
741
825
715
794
694
80.0
62.9
86.2
68.5
90.1
73.0
1035
880
1002
860
977
845
84.0
65.7
90.9
72.1
97.1
77.8
1355
1105
1340
1097
1328
1091
90.1
70.2
99.0
78.2
107.5
85.5
1355
1105
1340
1097
1328
1091
96.2
74.1
106.4
82.6
116.3
91.7

9'-0"

914/7

10'-0"

5
4
5
315
272
298
24.8
18.7
26.3
1-1/2''
mm
385 914337
370
25.5
19.3
27.3
446
393
431
26.0
19.6
28.0
555
487
542
26.8
20.2
29.0
787
662
760
28.0
30.4
914/920.9
787
662
760
28.8
21.4
31.4
423
370
402
1-1/2''
914
mm
35.8
27.7
37.7
518
455
499
37.3
28.7
39.5
602
531
585
38.5
29.5
41.0
750
656
736
40.0
30.6
42.9
914/11872
1048
990
42.4
32.2
45.9
1048
872
990
44.1 714
33.2
47.8
1-1/2''
mm
521
452
493
58.5
46.4
60.2
633
556
610
61.7
49.1
64.5
736
649
715
64.5
51.0
67.6
917
801
900
68.5
54.0
71.9
1276
1059
1267
74.6
58.3
79.4
1276
1059 1-1/2''
1267
79.4
61.3
85.5
540
470
516
83.3
67.7
84.0
659
580
637
89.3
72.9
91.7
768
677
748
94.3
76.9
97.1
957
833
940
102.0
82.8
106.4
1318
1087
1310
114.9
92.1
120.5
1318
1087
1310
125.0
99.0
133.3

4
260
20.1
326 38 mm
20.8
383
21.3
479
21.9
658
22.8
658
23.5
354
38 mm
29.4
442
30.8
519
31.7
647
33.0
868
35.0
868
36.2 38 mm
434
48.3
540
51.5
635
54.1
790
57.5
1054
62.9
1054
66.7
452
69.5
565
75.6
663
80.0
823
87.2
1083
98.2
1083
106.4

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to a base steel thickness greater than or equal to 1/4".
2 Tabulated ASD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a safety factor () of 2.35 for wind loads. To calculate ASD values for load combinations involving earthquake, multiply values in
table by 2.35 and divide by a safety factor () of 2.50. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use calculations as discussed in Section
3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span, ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next whole sidelap connector.
6 For 16 gauge steel deck or for high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.
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6''

152 mm
36''

1-1/2''

36''

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

3.5.3 Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel


36/7

36/9
6''

6'' 152 mm
36''

1-1/2''

36''

914/9

1-1/2''
914 mm

Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shears, SLRFD, (plf) and Stiffness Factors, G',
(kips/in.) for Standard 1-1/2" Deep Flutes, 6" Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) Installed with Hilti
X-ENP-19 L15 Fasteners with 36/9 or 36/7 End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti SLC5,6,7
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.

22
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
20
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
18
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
16
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.

Factor

36/11

4'-0"

9
SLRFD
1322
6''
G'
55.7
SLRFD 36''1415
G'
56.2
SLRFD
1504
G'
56.8
SLRFD
1669
G'
57.5
SLRFD
2076
G'
59.2
SLRFD
2577
G'
61.0
SLRFD
1705
G'
78.5
SLRFD
1836
G'
79.5
SLRFD
1961
G'
80.0
SLRFD
2190
G'
81.8
SLRFD
2737
G'
84.8
SLRFD
3369
G'
88.5
SLRFD
2060
G'
123.5
SLRFD
2222
G'
126.6
SLRFD
2375
G'
128.2
SLRFD
2658
G'
131.6
SLRFD
3325
G'
138.9
SLRFD
4082
G'
147.1
SLRFD
2098
G'
172.4
SLRFD
2270
G'
175.4
SLRFD
2433
G'
178.6
SLRFD
2731
G'
185.2
SLRFD
3422
G'
196.1
SLRFD
4177
G'
212.8

7
922
52.8
1024
53.7
1122
54.3
1303
55.7
1739
58.1
2238
60.2
1202
73.3
1346
74.9
1483
76.3
1734
78.5
2315
83.0
2932
87.0
1456
113.6
1634
116.3
1803
119.0
2111
123.5
2818
133.3
3554
144.9
1492
153.8
1681
158.7
1860
163.9
2185
172.4
2913
188.7
3638
208.3

5'-0"
9
7
1131
796
61.5
57.5
12321-1/2''
904
62.5
59.0
1328
1006
63.3
60.2
1509
1199
64.6
62.3
1959
1666
67.1
66.1
2517
2204
69.9
69.4
1466
1044
84.6
77.7
1608
1196
86.2
80.2
1743
1340
87.7
82.6
1995
1607
89.9
85.9
2601
2231
94.7
92.5
3305
2897
100.0
99.0
1774
1267
128.4 115.0
1949
1454
131.6 120.6
2116
1632
135.1 123.5
2426
1960
139.3 131.0
3165
2719
149.5 144.7
4009
3514
161.3 158.7
1811
1302
172.4 151.5
1998
1502
178.6 158.7
2176
1691
181.8 166.7
2503
2037
192.3 175.4
3269
2820
208.3 200.0
4110
3603
227.3 222.2

Span (ft- in.)


6'-0"
7'-0"
8'-0"
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support
36/9
9
7
9
7
9
7
977
699
863
630
778
578
152 mm
65.6
60.5
68.3
62.4 6''
69.9
63.7
36''
1101
820
987
754
902
702
67.0
62.7
70.2
65.3
72.5
67.1
1203
926
1110
867
1025
822
68.0
64.5
71.9
67.6
74.6
69.9
1394
1126
1308
1071
1241
1030
70.2
67.4
74.5
71.4
78.1
74.6
1874
1614
1809
1575
1759
1545
36/11 82.6
74.1
72.6
80.0
78.1
84.7
2473
2181
2440
2163
1900
1900
78.1
77.5
84.7
84.0
90.1
89.3
6''
1286
930
1142
842
103436'' 776
88.2
80.0
90.1
81.0
91.0
81.2
1445
1091
1319
1014
1211
953
90.5
83.5
93.2
85.4
94.8
86.6
1588
1240
1472
1167
1382
1111
92.6
86.2
96.2
89.3
98.0
90.9
1855
1517
1749
1451
1667
1401
95.8
91.2
100.2
95.1
103.5
98.1
2502
2171
2427
2126
2368
2092
102.5 100.0 108.7 106.1 113.8 111.0
3259
2873
3224
2854
2475
2475
108.7 107.5 117.6 116.3 123.5 122.0
1570
1136
1399
1032
1268
953
129.6 114.7 129.1 113.2 127.5 111.2
1754
1329
1609
1237
1488
1167
133.9 120.9 134.5 120.8 134.1 120.0
1930
1513
1792
1426
1684
1359
137.0 126.6 138.9 128.2 140.8 128.2
2258
1854
2133
1775
2035
1715
144.3 135.2 147.4 138.0 149.4 139.8
3048
2649
2960
2597
2891
2557
157.7 152.6 163.9 158.7 168.7 163.4
3955
3486
3915
3465
3550
3448
172.4 169.5 181.8 178.6 188.7 185.2
1607
1171
1448
1074
1317
994
170.3 147.8 166.5 143.5 162.2 139.1
1804
1377
1659
1286
1547
1216
177.0 157.2 174.7 154.4 171.7 151.4
1991
1573
1853
1486
1747
1419
181.8 166.7 181.8 163.9 178.6 161.3
2338
1932
2214
1855
2118
1796
193.4 179.1 194.4 179.9 194.4 180.1
3158
2753
3073
2704
3007
2666
215.3 206.9 220.4 212.0 224.1 215.8
4062
3577
4025
3559
3996
3544
238.1 232.6 250.0 243.9 256.4 250.0

9'-0"

914/11

38 mm

10'-0"

9
7
9
717
540
670
71.4
64.1
71.9
1-1/2''
714
mm
841
664
794
74.1
68.5
75.2
965
786
918
76.9
71.9
78.1
1188
997
1145
80.6
77.5
83.3
1501
1501
1216
88.5
87.0
91.7
1501
1501
1216
95.2
94.3
100.0
949
7251-1/2''
889
90.9
81.3
90.9
1126
902
1066
96.2
87.0
96.2
1303
1067
1243
100.0
92.6
101.0
1602
1360
1548
106.4 100.0 107.5
1956
1956
1584
117.6 114.9 122.0
1956
1956
1584
129.9 128.2 135.1
1167
891
1086
125.5 109.1 123.5
1387
1111
1306
133.0 118.9 131.6
1599
1306
1525
138.9 126.6 138.9
1957
1667
1893
150.6 141.0 151.5
2805
2525
2272
172.4 167.2 175.4
2805
2805
2272
196.1 192.3 200.0
1215
932
1133
157.8 135.0 153.5
1451
1161
1369
168.4 148.5 165.2
1662
1367
1593
178.6 161.3 175.4
2041
1749
1978
193.9 179.8 193.0
2954
2635
2840
226.8 218.8 228.9
3506
3506
2840
263.2 256.4 263.2

7
511
64.5
635 38 mm
69.4
757
73.5
970
79.4
1216
90.1
1216
99.0
688
80.6
865
87.7
1031
93.5
1328
102.0
1584
119.0
1584
133.3
842
106.4
1061
117.6
1263
126.6
1628
140.8
2272
169.5
2272
196.1
883
131.1
1116
145.7
1324
158.7
1711
179.4
2611
221.1
2840
263.2

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to a base steel thickness greater than or equal to 1/4".
2 Tabulated LRFD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a phi factor () of 0.70 for wind loads. To calculate LRFD values for load combinations involving earthquake, divide values in table
by 0.70 and multiply by a phi factor () of 0.65. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use calculations as discussed in Section
3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span, ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next whole sidelap connector.
6 For 16 gauge steel deck or for high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in Section 3.5.4.

7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.

124 Hilti, Inc. (US) 1-800-879-8000 | www.us.hilti.com I en espaol 1-800-879-5000 I Hilti (Canada) Corp. 1-800-363-4458 I www.hilti.ca I Direct Fastening Technical Guide 2011

1-1/2''

36''

152 mm
36''

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel 3.5.3


36/4

36/5
6''

1-1/2''

36''

6'' 152 mm
36''

914/5

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shears, SLRFD, (plf) and Stiffness Factors, G',
(kips/in.) for Standard 1-1/2" Deep Flutes, 6" Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) Installed with Hilti
X-ENP-19 L15 Fasteners with 36/5 or 36/4 End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti SLC5,6,7
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.

22
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
20
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
18
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.
36" O.C.
24" O.C.
18" O.C.
16
12" O.C.
6" O.C.
3" O.C.

Factor

36/7

4'-0"

5
SLRFD
829
6''
G'
13.6
SLRFD 36'' 915
G'
13.6
SLRFD
993
G'
13.7
SLRFD
1131
G'
13.8
SLRFD
1416
G'36/9 14.0
SLRFD
1416
G'
14.1
6''
SLRFD
36'' 1079
G'
21.1
SLRFD
1198
G'
21.2
SLRFD
1306
G'
21.4
SLRFD
1492
G'
21.6
36/11 1856
SLRFD
G'
22.0
S
1856
6''
LRFD
G' 36'' 22.3
SLRFD
1306
G'
38.8
SLRFD
1453
G'
39.2
SLRFD
1586
G'
39.7
SLRFD
1812
G'
40.3
SLRFD
2251
G'
41.5
SLRFD
2251
G'
42.4
SLRFD
1337
G'
62.1
SLRFD
1492
G'
63.3
SLRFD
1632
G'
64.1
SLRFD
1866
G'
65.8
SLRFD
2307
G'
68.5
SLRFD
2307
G'
70.9

4
674
9.9
753
9.9
823
10.0
939
10.0
1151
10.1
1151
10.2
881
15.4
989
15.5
1084
15.6
1237
15.8
1500
16.0
1500
16.2
1067
28.8
1201
29.2
1317
29.5
1502
30.0
1815
30.8
1815
31.3
1095
46.9
1235
47.8
1355
48.8
1545
49.8
1853
51.8
1853
53.2

5'-0"
5
4
727
600
16.3
11.9
1-1/2''
820
687
16.4
12.0
907
765
16.6
12.1
1059
894
16.8
12.2
1376
1130
17.1
12.4
1376
1130
17.3
12.6
9521-1/2''
790
24.9
18.4
1083
910
25.3
18.7
1202
1015
25.5
18.9
1407
1186
25.9
19.1
1813
1478
26.6
19.6
1813
1478
27.11-1/2''
19.9
1155
959
44.6
33.7
1316
1106
45.5
34.4
1462
1235
46.3
35.0
1712
1442
47.4
35.8
2200
1790
49.3
37.1
2200
1790
51.0
38.2
1186
987
69.4
53.5
1356
1142
71.4
55.2
1510
1276
73.0
56.5
1770
1487
75.8
58.1
2261
1831
80.0
61.3
2261
1831
84.0
64.1

Span (ft- in.)


6'-0"
7'-0"
8'-0"
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support
36/5
5
4
5
4
5
4
655
548
600
508
552
474
6''
152 mm
18.8
13.8
21.0
15.6
23.0
17.2
36''
753
640
703
604
664
576
19.0
14.0
21.4
15.9
23.5
17.6
845
722
798
690
761
665
19.2
14.2
21.7
16.1
23.9
17.9
1007
861
967
836
936
816
19.5
14.4
22.1
16.4
24.6
18.3
1346
1115
1324
1104
1307
1095
36/7 18.9
20.0
14.7
22.8
16.8
25.4
1346
1115
1324
1104
1307
1095
20.4
14.9
23.3
17.1
26.1
19.3
6''
152 mm
862
725
795
676
743 36''638
28.3
21.2
31.3
23.6
33.7
25.7
1000
852
938
809
890
775
28.8
21.6
32.1
24.2
34.8
26.6
1126
964
1069
926
1025
896
29.2
21.9
32.7
24.6
35.7
27.2
1345
1148
1299
1119
1262
1096
29.9
22.3
33.6
25.2
36.9
28.0
36/9 1441
1781
1462
1757
1450
1738
30.9
22.9
35.0
26.2
38.8
29.2
1781
1462
1757
1450
1738
1441
6'' 152 mm
31.7
23.4
36.1
26.8
40.2 36''
30.1
1047
881
967
823
905
778
49.3
37.8
53.2
41.2
56.2
44.0
1217
1038
1143
986
1085
946
50.8
38.9
55.2
42.8
58.8
46.1
1372
1175
1304
1130
1252
1095
51.8
39.7
56.8
44.1
61.0
47.8
1640
1397
1585
1364
1542
36/111337
53.8
41.0
59.2
45.7
64.1
50.0
2164
1772
2136
1759
2114
1748
6''
56.5
42.9
63.3
48.4
69.0
53.5
2164
1772
2136
1759
2114 36''
1748
58.8
44.4
66.2
50.5
73.0
56.2
1079
910
999
853
937
808
74.6
58.6
78.7
62.4
81.3
65.4
1259
1075
1185
1025
1129
985
77.5
61.0
82.6
65.7
86.2
69.6
1422
1218
1356
1174
1304
1140
80.0
62.9
86.2
68.5
90.1
73.0
1700
1446
1647
1414
1605
1389
84.0
65.7
90.9
72.1
97.1
77.8
2227
1815
2202
1803
2182
1793
90.1
70.2
99.0
78.2
107.5
85.5
2227
1815
2202
1803
2182
1793
96.2
74.1
106.4
82.6
116.3
91.7

9'-0"

914/7

10'-0"

5
4
5
517
448
490
24.8
18.7
26.3
1-1/2''
914554
mm
633
607
25.5
19.3
27.3
732
645
709
26.0
19.6
28.0
911
800
891
26.8
20.2
29.0
1293
1087
1216
28.0
30.4
914/920.9
1293
1087
1216
28.8
21.4
31.4
696
661
1-1/2''
914608
mm
35.8
27.7
37.7
851
748
820
37.3
28.7
39.5
990
872
961
38.5
29.5
41.0
1233
1078
1209
40.0
30.6
42.9
914/11
1723
1433
1584
42.4
32.2
45.9
1723
1433
1584
1-1/2''
44.1 714
33.2
47.8
mm
856
742
810
58.5
46.4
60.2
1040
914
1002
61.7
49.1
64.5
1210
1067
1175
64.5
51.0
67.6
1507
1316
1479
68.5
54.0
71.9
2096
1739
2082
74.6
58.3
79.4
2096
1739 1-1/2''
2082
79.4
61.3
85.5
888
772
848
83.3
67.7
84.0
1083
953
1046
89.3
72.9
91.7
1263
1113
1229
94.3
76.9
97.1
1572
1369
1545
102.0
82.8
106.4
2165
1786
2152
114.9
92.1
120.5
2165
1786
2152
125.0
99.0
133.3

4
428
20.1
38 mm
536
20.8
629
21.3
787
21.9
1081
22.8
1081
23.5
582
38 mm
29.4
726
30.8
853
31.7
1063
33.0
1427
35.0
1427
36.2 38 mm
713
48.3
888
51.5
1043
54.1
1299
57.5
1732
62.9
1732
66.7
743
69.5
928
75.6
1090
80.0
1352
87.2
1779
98.2
1779
106.4

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to a base steel thickness greater than or equal to 1/4".
2 Tabulated LRFD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a phi factor () of 0.70 for wind loads. To calculate LRFD values for load combinations involving earthquake, divide values in table
by 0.70 and multiply by a phi factor () of 0.65. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use calculations as discussed in Section
3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span, ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next whole sidelap connector.
6 For 16 gauge steel deck or for high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.
Hilti, Inc. (US) 1-800-879-8000 | www.us.hilti.com I en espaol 1-800-879-5000 I Hilti (Canada) Corp. 1-800-363-4458 I www.hilti.ca I Direct Fastening Technical Guide 2011 125

6'' 152 mm
36''

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

152 mm

914 mm

38 mm

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

3.5.3 Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel


36/7
6'' 152 mm
36''

914/9
(36/9)
914/9

914/7
(36/7)
914/7

1-1/2''
914 mm

38 mm

152 mm

914 mm

38 mm

Limit States Design (LSD)- Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shears, SLSD, (N/mm) and Stiffness Factors, G', (103 N/mm)
for Standard 38 mm Deep Flutes, 152 mm Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 230 MPa; Fu 310 MPa) Installed with Hilti
X-ENP-19 L15 Fasteners with 914/9 (36/9) or 914/7 (36/7) End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
36/9
Hilti
SLC5,6,7
900 mm
6''
152 o.c.
mm
36''
600 mm o.c.
450 mm o.c.

22
300 mm o.c.
150 mm o.c.

36/11

75 mm o.c.

6''

36''o.c.
900 mm

600 mm o.c.
450 mm o.c.
20
300 mm o.c.
150 mm o.c.
75 mm o.c.
900 mm o.c.
600 mm o.c.
450 mm o.c.
18
300 mm o.c.
150 mm o.c.
75 mm o.c.
900 mm o.c.
600 mm o.c.
450 mm o.c.
16
300 mm o.c.
150 mm o.c.
75 mm o.c.

Factor

914/11

1200

9
7
SLSD
18.2
12.7
G'
9.7
9.2
1-1/2''
714 mm
SLSD
19.4
14.1
G'
9.8
9.3
SLSD
20.6
15.4
G'
9.8
9.4
SLSD
22.9
17.9
G'
10.0
9.7
SLSD
28.4
23.8
G'
10.3
10.1
SLSD
35.0
30.4
G'
10.5
10.5
SLSD
23.4
1-1/2''16.5
G'
13.7
12.8
SLSD
25.2
18.5
G'
13.8
13.1
SLSD
26.9
20.4
G'
13.9
13.3
SLSD
30.0
23.8
G'
14.2
13.7
SLSD
37.4
31.7
G'
14.7
14.4
SLSD
45.7
39.8
G'
15.4
15.2
SLSD
28.3
20.0
G'
21.7
19.6
SLSD
30.5
22.4
G'
22.2
20.4
SLSD
32.6
24.7
G'
22.2
20.8
SLSD
36.4
28.9
G'
22.7
21.7
SLSD
45.5
38.5
G'
23.8
23.3
SLSD
55.4
48.2
G'
25.6
25.0
SLSD
28.8
20.5
G'
30.3
27.0
SLSD
31.2
23.1
G'
30.3
27.8
SLSD
33.4
25.6
G'
31.3
28.6
SLSD
37.5
30.0
G'
32.3
30.3
SLSD
46.8
39.9
G'
34.5
33.3
SLSD
56.7
49.4
G'
37.0
35.7

1500
9
15.5
10.7
38
16.9
10.9
18.2
11.0
20.7
11.2
26.8
11.7
34.2
12.2
20.1
14.8
22.1
15.0
23.9
15.2
27.4
15.7
35.6
16.5
44.9
17.2
24.4
22.5
26.8
23.0
29.1
23.3
33.3
24.4
43.3
26.1
54.4
27.8
24.9
30.3
27.5
31.3
29.9
32.3
34.4
33.3
44.8
37.0
55.8
40.0

7
11.0
10.0
mm
12.4
10.3
13.8
10.5
16.5
10.8
22.8
11.5
29.9
12.0
14.4
13.6
16.4
14.0
18.4
14.3
22.0
15.0
30.5
16.1
39.3
17.2
17.4
20.2
20.0
21.0
22.4
21.7
26.9
22.9
37.2
25.3
47.7
27.8
17.9
26.3
20.7
27.8
23.3
29.4
28.0
31.3
38.6
34.5
48.9
38.5

Span (mm)
1800
2100
2400
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support
914/9
9
7
9
7
9
7
13.5
9.6
11.9
8.7
10.7
8.0
152 mm
11.4
10.6
11.9
10.9
12.2
11.1
15.1
11.3
13.6
10.4
12.4914 mm
9.7
11.7
10.9
12.3
11.4
12.7
11.8
16.5
12.7
15.2
11.9
14.1
11.3
11.9
11.2
12.5
11.8
13.0
12.2
19.1
15.5
18.0
14.7
17.1
14.1
12.2
11.7
13.0
12.5
13.7
13.0
25.7
22.1
24.8
21.6
24.1
21.2
12.9
12.6
13.9
13.6
14.7
14.5
914/11
33.6
29.6
33.1
29.3
26.8
26.8
13.5
13.5
14.7
14.5
15.6
15.6
152 mm
17.7
12.8
15.7
11.6
14.2714 mm
10.7
15.4
14.0
15.8
14.2
15.9
14.3
19.9
15.0
18.2
13.9
16.7
13.1
15.8
14.6
16.3
15.0
16.6
15.2
21.8
17.0
20.2
16.0
19.0
15.3
16.1
15.2
16.7
15.6
17.2
15.9
25.5
20.8
24.0
19.9
22.9
19.2
16.7
15.9
17.5
16.6
18.1
17.2
34.2
29.7
33.2
29.1
32.4
28.6
17.9
17.4
19.0
18.5
19.9
19.4
44.2
39.0
43.7
38.9
35.0
35.0
18.9
18.9
20.4
20.0
21.7
21.3
21.6
15.6
19.3
14.2
17.5
13.1
22.7
20.2
22.7
19.9
22.4
19.6
24.1
18.3
22.1
17.0
20.5
16.1
23.5
21.3
23.6
21.2
23.6
21.1
26.5
20.8
24.6
19.6
23.1
18.7
24.4
22.2
24.4
22.2
24.4
22.2
31.0
25.4
29.3
24.4
27.9
23.6
25.3
23.7
25.8
24.2
26.2
24.6
41.7
36.3
40.5
35.5
39.6
35.0
27.6
26.7
28.7
27.8
29.5
28.6
53.7
47.3
53.1
47.0
50.1
46.8
30.3
29.4
31.3
31.3
33.3
32.3
22.1
16.1
20.0
14.8
18.1
13.7
29.9
26.0
29.3
25.3
28.6
24.5
24.8
19.0
22.8
17.7
21.3
16.7
31.1
27.6
30.7
27.2
30.2
26.7
27.4
21.6
25.5
20.4
24.0
19.5
32.3
29.4
32.3
28.6
31.3
28.6
32.1
26.5
30.4
25.5
29.1
24.7
33.9
31.4
34.1
31.6
34.2
31.7
43.2
37.7
42.1
37.0
41.2
36.5
37.7
36.2
38.6
37.2
39.3
37.9
55.2
48.6
54.7
48.3
54.3
48.1
41.7
41.7
43.5
43.5
45.5
43.5

2700
9
9.9
12.5
11.6
13.0
13.3
13.3
16.3
14.1
21.2
15.4
21.2
16.7
13.1
15.9
15.5
16.7
18.0
17.5
22.0
18.5
27.6
20.8
27.6
22.7
16.1
22.1
19.1
23.4
22.0
24.4
26.9
26.4
38.8
30.2
39.6
34.5
16.7
27.8
20.0
29.7
22.9
31.3
28.1
34.1
40.5
39.8
49.5
45.5

3000

7
9
7.4
9.2
11.2
12.7
9.138 mm
10.9
12.0
13.2
10.8
12.6
12.7
13.7
13.7
15.7
13.5
14.5
20.8
17.2
15.2
16.1
21.2
17.2
16.4
17.5
10.038 mm
12.2
14.3
15.9
12.4
14.7
15.4
16.9
14.7
17.1
16.1
17.5
18.7
21.3
17.5
18.9
27.6
22.4
20.0
21.3
27.6
22.4
22.2
23.3
12.3
15.0
19.2
21.7
15.3
18.0
20.8
23.3
18.0
21.0
22.2
24.4
22.9
26.0
25.0
26.3
34.6
32.1
29.4
30.3
39.6
32.1
33.3
34.5
12.8
15.6
23.8
27.1
16.0
18.9
26.2
29.1
18.8
21.9
28.6
31.3
24.0
27.2
31.6
34.0
36.1
39.9
38.4
40.2
47.9
40.1
45.5
47.6

7
7.0
11.4
8.7
12.2
10.4
12.8
13.3
13.9
17.2
15.6
17.2
17.2
9.5
14.1
11.9
15.4
14.2
16.4
18.2
17.9
22.4
20.8
22.4
23.3
11.6
18.9
14.6
20.8
17.4
22.2
22.4
25.0
32.1
30.3
32.1
34.5
12.2
23.2
15.4
25.7
18.2
27.8
23.5
31.6
35.8
38.8
40.1
45.5

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to a base steel thickness greater than or equal to 6 mm.
2 Tabulated LSD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a phi factor () of 0.65 for wind loads. To calculate LSD values for load combinations involving earthquake, divide values in table
by 0.65 and multiply by a phi factor () of 0.60. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
4 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use calculations as discussed in Section
3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=(span, mm)/(SS, mm). Round up to the next whole sidelap connector.
6 For 16 gauge steel deck or for high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.
126 Hilti, Inc. (US) 1-800-879-8000 | www.us.hilti.com I en espaol 1-800-879-5000 I Hilti (Canada) Corp. 1-800-363-4458 I www.hilti.ca I Direct Fastening Technical Guide 2011

6''152 mm
36''

914 mm1-1/2''

38 mm

152 mm

914 mm

38 mm
Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel 3.5.3

c
36/4

6''152 mm
36''

914/5
(36/5)
914/5

914/4
(36/4)
914/4

914 mm1-1/2''

38 mm

152 mm

914 mm

38 mm

Limit States Design (LSD)- Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shears, SLSD, (N/mm) and Stiffness Factors, G', (103 N/mm)
for Standard 38 mm Deep Flutes, 152 mm Center-to-Center Steel Deck (Fy 230 MPa; Fu 310 MPa) Installed with Hilti
X-ENP-19 L15 Fasteners with 914/5 (36/5) or 914/4 (36/4) End and Interior Support Fastener Patterns1,2,3,4
Gauge

Sidelap
Spacing
Hilti 36/5
SLC5,6,7
900 mm o.c.

6''152 mm
36''

600 mm o.c.
450 mm o.c.
22
300 mm o.c.
150 mm o.c.

36/7

75 mm o.c.

6''152 mm

900 mm36''
o.c.
600 mm o.c.
450 mm o.c.
20
300 mm o.c.

36/9

150 mm o.c.
75
6''mm
152o.c.
mm

36''

900 mm o.c.
600 mm o.c.
450 mm o.c.
18
300 36/11
mm o.c.
150 mm o.c.

6''

75 mm36''
o.c.
900 mm o.c.
600 mm o.c.
450 mm o.c.
16
300 mm o.c.
150 mm o.c.
75 mm o.c.

Factor

1200

914/7 5
4
SLSD
11.4
9.2
G'
2.3
1.7
SLSD 914 12.5
mm1-1/2''
10.3
G'
2.4
1.7
SLSD
13.6
11.3
G'
2.4
1.7
SLSD
15.5
12.8
G'
2.4
1.7
SLSD
19.2
15.6
G'
1.7
914/9 2.4
SLSD
19.2
15.6
G'
2.4
1.8
SLSD
14.8
12.1
G' 914 mm
3.61-1/2''
2.7
SLSD
16.4
13.6
G'
3.7
2.7
SLSD
17.9
14.8
G'
3.7
2.7
SLSD
20.4
16.9
G'
3.7
2.7
S914/11
25.2
20.3
LSD
G'
3.8
2.8
SLSD
25.2
20.3
G'
3.8
2.8
1-1/2''
714 mm
SLSD
17.9
14.6
G'
6.7
5.0
SLSD
19.9
16.5
G'
6.8
5.1
SLSD
21.7
18.0
G'
6.8
5.1
SLSD
24.8
20.5
G'
7.0
5.2
SLSD
30.6
24.6
G'
7.2
5.3
SLSD
30.61-1/2''
24.6
G'
7.4
5.4
SLSD
18.4
15.0
G'
10.8
8.1
SLSD
20.5
16.9
G'
11.0
8.3
SLSD
22.4
18.6
G'
11.1
8.4
SLSD
25.5
21.1
G'
11.4
8.6
SLSD
31.3
25.2
G'
11.9
8.9
SLSD
31.3
25.2
G'
12.3
9.3

1500
5
4
10.0
8.2
2.8
2.1
11.3
9.4
38 mm
2.8
2.1
12.4
10.5
2.9
2.1
14.5
12.2
2.9
2.1
18.7
15.3
2.9
2.1
18.7
15.3
3.0
2.2
13.1
10.8
4.338 mm
3.2
14.9
12.5
4.4
3.2
16.5
13.9
4.4
3.3
19.3
16.2
4.5
3.3
24.6
20.0
4.6
3.4
24.6
20.0
4.7
3.4
38 mm
15.9
13.2
7.8
5.8
18.1
15.2
7.9
6.0
20.0
16.9
8.0
6.1
23.4
19.7
8.2
6.2
29.9
24.3
8.5
6.4
29.9
24.3
8.8
6.6
16.3
13.6
12.0
9.3
18.6
15.7
12.5
9.6
20.7
17.5
12.7
9.8
24.2
20.3
13.2
10.1
30.7
24.9
13.9
10.6
30.7
24.9
14.5
11.1

Span (mm)
1800
2100
2400
Fasteners Per Sheet To Support
5
4
5
4
5914/5 4
9.0
7.5
8.3
7.0
7.6
6.5
3.2
2.4
3.6152 mm
2.7
4.0
3.0
10.3
8.8
9.7
8.3
9.1 9147.9
mm
3.3
2.4
3.7
2.8
4.1
3.1
11.6
9.9
11.0
9.5
10.5
9.1
3.3
2.5
3.8
2.8
4.1
3.1
13.8
11.8
13.3
11.4
12.8
11.2
3.4
2.5
3.8
2.8
4.3
3.2
18.3
15.1
18.0
15.0
17.7
14.8
3.5
2.5
3.9
2.9
4.4
3.3
914/7
18.3
15.1
18.0
15.0
17.7
14.8
3.5
2.6
4.0
3.0
4.5
3.3
152 mm
11.8
10.0
10.9
9.3
10.2
8.8
mm
4.9
3.7
5.4
4.1
5.8 9144.5
13.7
11.7
12.9
11.1
12.2
10.6
5.0
3.7
5.6
4.2
6.1
4.6
15.4
13.2
14.7
12.7
14.1
12.3
5.1
3.8
5.6
4.3
6.2
4.7
18.4
15.7
17.8
15.3
17.3
15.0
5.2
3.9
5.8
4.4
6.4
4.8
24.2
19.8
23.8
19.7
23.6
914/919.5
5.3
4.0
6.1
4.5
6.7
5.1
24.2
19.8
23.8
19.7
23.6
19.5
5.5
4.0
6.3152 mm
4.6
6.9
5.2
914 mm
14.4
12.1
13.3
11.3
12.4
10.7
8.5
6.6
9.3
7.2
9.8
7.7
16.7
14.2
15.7
13.5
14.9
13.0
8.8
6.7
9.6
7.4
10.2
8.0
18.8
16.1
17.9
15.5
17.2
15.0
9.0
6.9
9.9
7.6
10.6
8.3
22.5
19.1
21.7
18.7
21.1
18.3
914/118.7
9.3
7.1
10.3
7.9
11.1
29.4
24.0
29.0
23.9
28.7
23.7
9.8
7.4
11.0
8.4
12.0
9.3
152 mm
29.4
24.0
29.0
23.9
28.7 714
23.7
mm
10.2
7.7
11.5
8.7
12.7
9.7
14.8
12.5
13.7
11.7
12.9
11.1
13.0
10.2
13.7
10.9
14.3
11.4
17.3
14.8
16.3
14.1
15.5
13.5
13.5
10.6
14.5
11.5
15.2
12.1
19.5
16.7
18.6
16.1
17.9
15.6
13.9
11.0
14.9
11.9
15.9
12.7
23.3
19.8
22.6
19.4
22.0
19.0
14.5
11.4
15.9
12.5
16.9
13.5
30.2
24.6
29.9
24.5
29.6
24.3
15.6
12.2
17.2
13.6
18.5
14.8
30.2
24.6
29.9
24.5
29.6
24.3
16.7
12.8
18.5
14.3
20.0
15.9

2700
5
7.1
4.3
8.7
4.4
10.1
4.5
12.5
4.7
17.5
4.9
17.5
5.0
9.6
6.3
11.7
6.5
13.6
6.7
16.9
6.9
23.4
7.4
23.4
7.6
11.8
10.2
14.3
10.8
16.6
11.2
20.7
11.9
28.4
13.0
28.4
13.7
12.2
14.5
14.9
15.6
17.3
16.4
21.6
17.9
29.4
20.0
29.4
21.7

3000

4
5
6.2
6.7
3.2
4.6
7.6 38 mm
8.3
3.3
4.7
8.9
9.7
3.4
4.9
11.0
12.2
3.5
5.0
14.7
17.2
3.6
5.3
14.7
17.2
3.7
5.4
8.4
9.1
4.8 38 mm
6.6
10.3
11.3
5.0
6.9
12.0
13.2
5.1
7.1
14.8
16.6
5.3
7.5
19.4
22.4
5.6
7.9
19.4
22.4
5.7
8.3
38 mm
10.2
11.2
8.1
10.5
12.5
13.8
8.5
11.2
14.6
16.1
8.9
11.8
18.0
20.3
9.4
12.5
23.6
28.2
10.1
13.9
23.6 38 28.2
mm
10.6
14.7
10.6
11.7
11.8
14.7
13.1
14.4
12.7
16.1
15.3
16.9
13.3
16.9
18.7
21.2
14.4
18.5
24.2
29.2
16.0
21.3
24.2
29.2
17.2
23.3

4
5.9
3.5
7.4
3.6
8.6
3.7
10.8
3.8
14.7
4.0
14.7
4.0
8.0
5.1
10.0
5.3
11.7
5.5
14.6
5.7
19.4
6.1
19.4
6.3
9.8
8.5
12.2
9.0
14.3
9.4
17.8
10.0
23.5
10.9
23.5
11.5
10.2
12.2
12.7
13.2
15.0
14.1
18.5
15.2
24.1
17.1
24.1
18.5

1 Tabulated diaphragm shear values are for attachment of steel deck to a base steel thickness greater than or equal to 6 mm.
2 Tabulated LSD diaphragm shear loads are calculated with a phi factor () of 0.65 for wind loads. To calculate LSD values for load combinations involving earthquake, divide values in table
by 0.65 and multiply by a phi factor () of 0.60. Panel buckling has been checked.
3 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
5 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use calculations as discussed in Section
3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear strengths and stiffness factors directly.
5 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=(span, mm)/(SS, mm). Round up to the next whole sidelap connector.
6 For 16 gauge steel deck or for high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. More information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors (SLC) can be found in Section 3.5.4.
7 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.
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Limit States Design-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Tables for Deck Fasteners (Canada)
Diaphragm Table 36-7
Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) and Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
w/X-ENP-19 L15 Metric
for 38 mm deep steel nestable deck fastened with Hilti X-ENP-19 L15 with screwed sidelaps (Canada only)1, 2, 3
No. of Transverse Nails per 900 mm Wide Deck Units=7 (every flute)
Sidelap Connection
#12 Screw at 600 mm O.C. #12 Screw at 450 mm O.C. #12 Screw at 300 mm O.C. #12 Screw at 150 mm O.C.
Span (mm)
Deck Gauge Thickness
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
Strength, SLSD
7.1
8.5
11.2 13.9
7.1
8.5
11.2 13.9
9.2
11.0 14.6 18.2 12.8 15.4 20.3 25.4
1200
Flexibility Factor, F
109
78
51
38
109
78
51
38
104
74
47
34
99
69
43
30
Strength, SLSD
5.6
8.5
8.9
11.3
6.7
8.0
10.6 13.2
8.5
10.2 13.4 16.8 12.2 14.7 19.4 24.3
1500
Flexibility Factor, F
102
75
52
39
98
72
49
37
93
68
45
33
87
62
40
29
Strength, SLSD
5.5
6.7
8.8
11.0
6.3
7.8
10.2 12.7
7.9
9.5
12.6 15.7 11.8 14.2 18.8 23.5
1800
Flexibility Factor, F
94
71
50
38
91
68
47
36
86
64
44
33
79
57
38
28
Strength, SLSD
4.7
5.6
7.5
9.4
5.4
6.6
8.7
10.9
7.5
9.2
12.0 15.0 11.5 13.9 18.3 22.9
2100
Flexibility Factor, F
93
72
52
41
89
68
49
38
82
61
43
33
74
54
37
27
Strength, SLSD
4.7
5.8
7.6
9.5
5.4
6.5
8.6
10.8
7.3
8.7
11.5 14.5 11.3 13.6 18.0 22.6
2400
Flexibility Factor, F
89
69
50
40
85
66
48
38
78
60
42
33
70
52
35
27
Strength, SLSD
4.2
5.1
6.7
8.5
5.3
6.5
8.6
10.8
7.1
8.5
11.2 14.0 11.0 13.4 17.6 22.2
2700
Flexibility Factor, F
89
70
52
42
82
64
47
37
76
58
42
33
66
50
35
26
Strength, SLSD
4.2
5.2
6.8
8.6
4.8
5.8
7.6
9.6
6.8
8.2
10.9 13.6 10.9 13.3 17.4 21.9
3000
Flexibility Factor, F
86
68
51
42
82
65
49
39
73
57
41
33
64
48
34
26

Diaphragm Table 36-4


Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) and Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
w/X-ENP-19 L15 Metric
for 38 mm deep steel nestable deck fastened with Hilti X-ENP-19 L15 with screwed sidelaps (Canada only)1, 2, 3
No. of Transverse Nails per 900 mm Wide Deck Units=4 (every flute)
Sidelap Connection
#12 Screw at 600 mm O.C. #12 Screw at 450 mm O.C. #12 Screw at 300 mm O.C. #12 Screw at 150 mm O.C.
Span (mm)
Deck Gauge Thickness
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
Strength, SLSD
5.1
6.1
8.0
10.0
5.1
6.1
8.0
10.0
6.7
8.1
10.7 13.4
8.8
10.7 14.0 17.5
1200
Flexibility Factor, F
582
372
200
123
582
372
200
123
573
364
193
117
565
357
187
111
Strength, SLSD
4.2
5.1
6.7
8.3
5.1
6.1
8.0
10.0
6.3
7.8
10.2 12.7
8.7
10.5 13.7 17.2
1500
Flexibility Factor, F
483
313
173
110
477
307
168
105
469
300
162
100
460
292
155
94
Strength, SLSD
4.3
5.2
6.8
8.6
4.9
6.0
7.9
9.9
6.1
7.4
9.8
12.2
8.6
10.3 13.5 16.9
1800
Flexibility Factor, F
413
270
151
98
407
265
147
94
400
258
141
89
390
249
134
82
Strength, SLSD
3.6
4.5
6.0
7.5
4.3
5.3
6.9
8.7
6.0
7.3
9.5
11.9
8.5
10.2 13.4 16.8
2100
Flexibility Factor, F
368
244
141
93
362
238
136
89
351
228
127
81
340
219
119
74
Strength, SLSD
3.9
4.7
6.2
7.8
4.5
5.4
7.1
8.8
5.9
7.1
9.3
11.6
8.3
10.1 13.3 16.7
2400
Flexibility Factor, F
329
220
128
86
324
215
124
82
314
206
116
75
303
196
107
67
Strength, SLSD
3.4
4.1
5.5
6.9
4.5
5.4
7.2
8.9
5.8
6.9
9.2
11.4
8.3
10.1 13.2 16.6
2700
Flexibility Factor, F
305
206
123
84
294
196
115
77
285
188
107
70
274
178
99
62
Strength, SLSD
3.6
4.3
5.8
7.3
4.1
4.9
6.5
8.1
5.6
6.8
8.9
11.3
8.2
10.0 13.2 16.5
3000
Flexibility Factor, F
280
190
115
79
275
186
111
76
262
174
101
67
251
164
92
59

Diaphragm Table 36-7


Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) and Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
w/X-ENP-19 L15 Metric
for 38 mm deep steel deck fastened with Hilti X-ENP-19 L15 (Canada only)1, 2, 3
No. of Transverse Nails per 900 mm Wide Deck Units=7 (every flute)
Sidelap Connection
Button Punch 600 mm O.C. Button Punch 450 mm O.C. Button Punch 300 mm O.C. Button Punch 150 mm O.C.
Span (mm)
Deck Gauge Thickness
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
Strength, SLSD
6.1
7.5
10.1 12.9
6.1
7.5
10.1 12.9
6.9
8.6
11.9 15.6
8.2
10.5 15.0 20.4
1200
Flexibility Factor, F
113
82
54
40
113
82
54
40
112
81
53
40
110
79
52
38
Strength, SLSD
4.8
6.0
8.1
10.3
5.2
6.5
8.9
11.6
5.8
7.3
10.3 13.9
7.2
9.3
13.6 18.9
1500
Flexibility Factor, F
106
79
55
42
106
79
55
42
105
78
54
41
102
76
52
40
Strength, SLSD
4.2
5.3
7.3
9.6
4.6
5.6
8.0
10.7
5.1
6.5
9.3
12.7
6.6
8.6
12.8 17.9
1800
Flexibility Factor, F
103
79
57
45
103
79
56
44
101
77
55
43
98
75
53
41
Strength, SLSD
3.6
4.5
6.2
8.2
3.9
4.8
6.8
9.2
4.5
5.8
8.5
11.8
6.0
8.0
12.1 17.2
2100
Flexibility Factor, F
103
81
60
48
102
80
59
47
100
78
57
46
96
74
54
43
Strength, SLSD
3.3
4.2
5.9
7.9
3.5
4.5
6.3
8.7
4.1
5.3
7.9
11.0
5.6
7.5
11.5 16.6
2400
Flexibility Factor, F
104
83
62
51
103
82
62
50
101
80
60
49
95
75
56
45
Strength, SLSD
2.9
3.6
5.2
7.1
3.3
4.2
6.1
8.3
3.8
4.9
7.4
10.5
5.3
7.2
11.2 16.1
2700
Flexibility Factor, F
106
86
66
54
104
84
64
53
102
82
63
51
96
76
58
47
Strength, SLSD
2.8
3.5
5.1
6.9
2.9
3.8
5.4
7.5
3.5
4.7
7.1
10.0
5.1
6.9
10.8 15.6
3000
Flexibility Factor, F
108
89
69
57
107
88
68
57
104
84
65
54
96
78
59
49
1 The ratio of span of deck unit to average length of sheet is taken to be 1/3.
2 Diaphragm loads are based on steel decks having an average ultimate tensile strength of 55 ksi.
3 Values shown calculated in accordance with SDI equations using a factor of 0.5 for LSD for all load conditions.

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Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel 3.5.3

Limit States Design-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Tables for Deck Fasteners (Canada)
Diaphragm Table 36-4
Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) and Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
w/X-ENP-19 L15 Metric
for 38 mm deep steel deck fastened with Hilti X-ENP-19 L15 (Canada only)1,2,3
No. of Transverse Nails per 900 mm Wide Deck Units=4 (every other flute)
Sidelap Connection
Button Punch 600 mm O.C. Button Punch 450 mm O.C. Button Punch 300 mm O.C. Button Punch 150 mm O.C.
Span (mm)
Deck Gauge Thickness
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
Strength, SLSD
4.3
5.4
7.2
9.3
4.3
5.4
7.2
9.3
4.9
6.2
8.7
11.5
6.0
7.6
11.0 14.8
1200
Flexibility Factor, F
589
378
205
128
589
378
205
128
587
377
204
127
584
374
201
124
Strength, SLSD
3.5
4.3
5.9
7.6
3.8
4.8
6.6
8.6
4.3
5.5
7.8
10.5
5.5
7.1
10.3 14.2
1500
Flexibility Factor, F
492
322
180
116
491
321
179
115
489
318
177
114
484
314
174
111
Strength, SLSD
3.2
3.9
5.5
7.4
3.4
4.2
6.1
8.2
3.9
5.1
7.2
9.9
5.2
6.7
10.0 13.7
1800
Flexibility Factor, F
430
285
165
110
428
284
164
109
426
282
162
107
419
276
157
102
Strength, SLSD
2.6
3.3
4.7
6.2
2.8
3.6
5.3
7.2
3.4
4.6
6.8
9.4
4.8
6.3
9.6
13.4
2100
Flexibility Factor, F
388
262
156
107
387
261
155
106
382
257
152
103
374
250
145
97
Strength, SLSD
2.5
3.2
4.6
6.2
2.6
3.4
5.1
7.1
3.2
4.2
6.5
8.9
4.6
6.1
9.3
13.2
2400
Flexibility Factor, F
358
246
150
106
356
244
149
105
351
240
145
101
341
231
138
94
Strength, SLSD
2.2
2.8
4.0
5.5
2.5
3.3
4.8
6.9
3.1
4.0
6.1
8.7
4.5
6.0
9.2
12.9
2700
Flexibility Factor, F
337
235
148
107
333
232
145
104
328
227
141
101
316
216
132
92
Strength, SLSD
2.1
2.7
4.0
5.5
2.2
2.9
4.3
6.1
2.8
3.9
5.9
8.5
4.3
5.8
8.9
12.7
3000
Flexibility Factor, F
320
227
146
107
318
225
145
106
311
218
139
101
297
206
128
91

Diaphragm Table 24-5


Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) and Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
w/X-ENP-19 L15 Metric
for 75 mm deep steel nestable deck fastened with Hilti X-ENP-19 L15 with screwed sidelaps (Canada only)1,2,3
No. of Transverse Nails per 600 mm Wide Deck Units=5 (every flute)
Sidelap Connection
#12 Screw at 600 mm O.C. #12 Screw at 450 mm O.C. #12 Screw at 300 mm O.C. #12 Screw at 150 mm O.C.
Span (mm)
Deck Gauge Thickness
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
Strength, SLSD
4.1
4.9
6.6
8.2
4.7
5.8
7.6
9.5
6.7
8.1
10.7 13.4 10.8 13.2 17.3 21.7
2400
Flexibility Factor, F
190
144
102
79
183
138
96
74
169
125
85
65
154
112
73
54
Strength, SLSD
3.6
4.5
5.8
7.3
4.8
5.9
7.6
9.6
6.6
7.9
10.5 13.2 10.7 12.9 17.0 21.5
2700
Flexibility Factor, F
188
145
105
83
174
132
93
73
161
121
84
64
145
106
71
53
Strength, SLSD
3.8
4.6
6.1
7.6
4.3
5.3
6.9
8.7
6.3
7.8
10.2 12.8 10.6 12.8 16.9 21.3
3000
Flexibility Factor, F
179
139
101
80
172
133
96
75
155
117
82
63
138
102
69
52
Strength, SLSD
3.4
4.2
5.5
6.9
4.5
5.3
7.1
8.8
6.2
7.6
10.0 12.6 10.5 12.7 16.8 21.0
3300
Flexibility Factor, F
179
141
104
84
165
129
93
74
150
114
81
63
132
99
67
51
Strength, SLSD
3.6
4.3
5.8
7.2
4.5
5.4
7.2
8.9
6.2
7.5
9.9
12.5 10.5 12.6 16.7 20.9
3600
Flexibility Factor, F
172
136
101
81
160
125
91
73
146
112
80
63
128
96
66
50
Strength, SLSD
3.3
4.0
5.3
6.7
4.1
5.1
6.6
8.3
6.1
7.4
9.8
12.2 10.3 12.6 16.6 20.8
3900
Flexibility Factor, F
173
138
104
84
160
127
94
75
142
110
79
62
124
93
65
49
Strength, SLSD
3.4
4.2
5.5
6.9
4.2
5.2
6.7
8.5
6.0
7.3
9.6
12.1 10.3 12.5 16.5 20.7
4200
Flexibility Factor, F
168
134
101
82
156
124
92
74
139
108
79
62
120
91
64
49

Diaphragm Table 24-5


Limit States Design (LSD)-Factored Resistance Diaphragm Shear, q, (N/mm) and Flexibility Factor, F, (mm x 10-6/N)
w/X-ENP-19 L15 Metric
for 75 mm deep steel deck fastened with Hilti X-ENP-19 L15 (Canada only)1,2,3
No. of Transverse Nails per 600 mm Wide Deck Units=5 (every flute)
Sidelap Connection
Button Punch 600 mm O.C. Button Punch 450 mm O.C. Button Punch 300 mm O.C. Button Punch 150 mm O.C.
Span (mm)
Deck Gauge Thickness
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
22
20
18
16
Strength, SLSD
2.7
3.4
4.8
6.6
2.9
3.8
5.4
7.3
3.5
4.6
6.8
9.6
5.1
6.8
10.7 15.5
2400
Flexibility Factor, F
226
177
130
104
224
175
128
103
218
170
124
99
206
158
114
90
Strength, SLSD
2.5
3.1
4.3
5.9
2.8
3.5
5.2
7.2
3.3
4.2
6.5
9.3
4.8
6.6
10.5 15.2
2700
Flexibility Factor, F
228
182
136
111
224
177
133
108
217
172
128
103
203
158
116
93
Strength, SLSD
2.4
2.9
4.2
5.9
2.5
3.2
4.7
6.5
3.1
4.1
6.2
9.0
4.6
6.3
10.1 14.9
3000
Flexibility Factor, F
230
185
141
116
227
183
139
114
218
175
132
108
201
159
118
96
Strength, SLSD
2.1
2.7
3.9
5.3
2.4
3.1
4.6
6.5
2.9
3.9
6.0
8.8
4.5
6.2
10.0 14.7
3300
Flexibility Factor, F
235
192
148
123
230
187
144
119
220
178
137
112
201
160
121
99
Strength, SLSD
2.1
2.7
3.9
5.4
2.4
3.1
4.6
6.5
2.8
3.8
5.9
8.6
4.3
6.0
9.8
14.5
3600
Flexibility Factor, F
239
196
153
128
233
191
149
124
223
182
141
117
201
162
123
101
Strength, SLSD
1.9
2.5
3.6
5.1
2.1
2.8
4.2
6.0
2.7
3.6
5.8
8.3
4.2
5.9
9.6
14.2
3900
Flexibility Factor, F
246
204
161
135
239
198
156
131
226
186
146
121
201
164
126
104
Strength, SLSD
1.9
2.5
3.6
5.1
2.1
2.8
4.2
6.0
2.6
3.5
5.6
8.2
4.1
5.8
9.5
14.1
4200
Flexibility Factor, F
250
209
166
140
243
203
161
135
230
191
150
126
202
166
128
106
1 The ratio of span of deck unit to average length of sheet is taken to be 1/3.
2 Diaphragm loads are based on steel decks having an average ultimate tensile strength of 55 ksi.
3 Values shown calculated in accordance with SDI equations using a factor of 0.5 for LSD for all load conditions.

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3.5.3 Deck Fasteners for Attachment to Structural Steel


3.5.3.4 Ordering Information
DX 860-ENP-L Decking System
Tools
Description
DX 860-ENP-L Stand-Up Decking Tool

Notes

Use on Demand service provides


daily rental

Qty
1 pcs

Accessories
Description

Notes

Qty

X-860-ENP Piston and Brake Spares Pack

Piston and Brake Spares Pack

1 pcs

Description

Notes

Qty

X-ENP-19 MXR Bulk Fastener/Cartridge Combo

tf 1/4" (6 mm)

2,000 pcs

X-ENP-19 MXR Pallet Fastener/Cartridge Combo

tf 1/4" (6 mm)

32,000 pcs

Fasteners (Combos with 40-strip Cartridges)

DX 76 Decking System
Tools
Description

DX 76 Hand Held Decking Tool


with MX76 Magazine

Notes

Qty

Includes 10 fastener magazine

1 pcs

Accessories
Description

Notes

Qty

MX 76 Magazine

Replacement magazine for DX 76-MX

1 pcs

X-76-FN-15
X-76-P-ENP piston (incl. piston stopper)
X-76-PS piston stopper

Single fastener baseplate for


DX 76
Replacement piston and stopper for
DX 76
Replacement stopper for DX 76

1 pcs
1 pcs
1 pcs

Fasteners (Combos with 10-strip Cartridges)


Description

Base Steel Thickness

Qty

X-ENP-19 MX Bulk Fastener/Cartridge Combo

tf 1/4" (6 mm)

1,000 pcs

X-ENP-19 MX Pallet Fastener/Cartridge Combo

tf 1/4" (6 mm)

32,000 pcs

Fasteners (Non-Combo)
Description
X-ENP-19 L15 Fastener (Singles)

Base Steel Thickness

Qty

tf 1/4" (6 mm)

100 pcs

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Hilti Sidelap Connectors 3.5.4


3.5.4.1 Product Description
In addition to sidelap fastening, installers
also have the option to fasten steel deck
to bar joist up to 3/16" in thickness.
Using a collated 12-24 x 7/8 HWH4 selfdrilling screw, frame fastening can also
be performed with the SDT 30.

The Hilti Sidelap Fastening System


consists of a stand up tool (SDT 30),
an electric screwdriver (ST 1800) and
collated Sidelap Connectors.
For nestable steel deck profiles, the tool
of choice is the SDT 30. It uses the ST
1800 electric screwdriver to drive Sidelap
Connectors through sidelaps ranging from
16 to 26 gauge in thickness. Featuring
an adjustable torque clutch, the ST 1800
helps ensure proper fastening while
minimizing overdrive.

When compared with fastening


individual, non-collated, screws, the
SDT 30 offers the installer the capability
to work upright. By improving the
comfort and health of the installer,
productivity remains high all day,
helping keep the project on time
and on budget.

Fastener
Material
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel
Carbon Steel

S-SLC 01 M HWH
S-SLC 02 M HWH
Hilti #10 HWH Screw

Product Description

3.5.4.2

Material Specifications

3.5.4.3

Technical Data

3.5.4.4

Ordering Information

S-SLC 01 M HWH
Collated Sidelap Connectors

S-SLC 01 M HWH
Sidelap Connector

3.5.4.2 Material Specifications


Fastener

3.5.4.1

Fastener
Plating
5 m Zinc1
5 m Zinc2
5 m Zinc2

S-SLC 02 M HWH
Collated Sidelap Connectors

1 EN/ISO 4042 A/3/E


2 ASTM F 1941

3.5.4.3 Technical Data

Allowable Tension (Pullout or Pullover) and Shear Bearing Loads for Hilti SLC
Sidelap Connectors1,2,3,4
Sheet Steel Gauge
Fastener

S-SLC 01 M HWH5
S-SLC 02 M HWH

Hilti #10
HWH Screw6

22 to 22

20 to 20

18 to 18

16 to 16

Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear Tension Shear


lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN) lb (kN)
105

240

120

290

130

385

(0.47)

(1.07)

(0.53)

(1.29)

(0.58)

(1.71)

85

240

100

290

130

(0.38)

(1.07)

(0.44)

(1.29)

(0.58)

385

165

485

(1.71)

(0.73)

(2.16)

70

210

85

255

115

340

145

430

(0.31)

(0.93)

(0.38)

(1.13)

(0.51)

(1.51)

(0.64)

(1.91)

1 Based upon attachment of two-same thickness layers of ASTM A 1008 or minimum ASTM A653 SQ33
steel deck.
2 Allowable capacities based on a safety factor of 3.0.
3 Allowable tension capacities based upon the controlling capacity of pullout, pullover or fastener tension
strength.
4 Allowable shear capacities calculated according to Section 4.5 of SDI DDM03 for standard No. 12 screw.
For shear capacities when used in diaphragm applications in combination with Hilti deck frame fasteners,
reference Qs values in Table 8 in Section 3.5.1.8.
5 Use of S-SLC 01 M HWH with 18 gauge steel deck is recommended only for standard tensile strength
(45 fu 65 ksi) steel deck. For high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use
S-SLC 02 M HWH.
6 Allowable shear capacities calculated according to Section 4.5 of SDI DDM03 for standard No. 10 screw.

S-SLC 02 M HWH
Sidelap Connectors

Approvals/Listings
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2776 (AC43 for S-SLC 01
and S-SLC 02)
ESR-2197 (AC43 for #10 HWH Screws)
ESR-2196 (AC118 for S-SLC 02
and #10 HWH Screws)
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25877, RR 25678, RR 25296
FM (Factory Mutual)
S-SLC 01 M HWH and S-SLC 02 M HWH
fasteners for securing Class 1 Steel Roof
Deck sidelaps with 1-60 and 1-90 wind
uplift ratings.
S-SLC 02 M HWH listed for higher
wind uplift ratings with FM Approved
Lightweight Insulating Concrete Roof
Deck Assemblies. Refer to FM RoofNav
for specific assembly listings.

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3.5.4 Hilti Sidelap Connectors


3.5.4.4 Ordering Information
SDT Stand-Up Decking Tool System
Tools
Description
ST 1800 Adjustable Torque Screwdriver
SDT 30 Stand Up Tool (for use with the
ST 1800)

Notes
Includes tool with depth gauge, 13 ft
supply Cord and operating instructions
Includes stand up tool, 2 grips,
magazine, bit holder, nut setter, supply
cord strain relief

Qty
1 pcs

Accessories
Description

Notes

Qty

SDT 30 Magazine

Replacement magazine for SDT 30

1 pcs

SDT Integrated Driver & Setter

Single piece design for SDT 30

1 pcs

Sidelap Connectors (Combos including ST 1800 & SDT 30)


Description

Notes

SDT 30, ST 1800 & 10,000 Sidelap


Connector
SDT 30, ST 1800 & 25,000 Sidelap
Connector
SDT 30, ST 1800 & 50,000 Sidelap
Connector
SDT 30, ST 1800 & 100,000 Sidelap
Connector

Can include collated connector


choices below
Can include collated connector
choices below
Can include collated fastener connector
choices below

Qty
10,000 pcs
25,000 pcs
50,000 pcs

Can include collated connector choices below

100,000 pcs

Description

Deck Thickness (GA)

Qty

S-SLC 01 M HWH

181, 20, 22, 24, 26

250

S-SLC 02 M HWH

16, 18, 20, 22

250

#10 HWH Screw

18, 20, 22, 24,26

250

Sidelap Connectors (Collated)*

1 Use of S-SLC 01 M HWH with 18 gauge steel deck is recommended only for standard tensile strength (45 fu 65 ksi)
steel deck. For high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH.

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Optimized Diaphragm Shear Tables 3.5.5


Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
983
1046
1052
1119
1126
1197
1204
1281
1289
1371
1379
1467
1475
1570
1689
1797
1934
2057
2214
2355
2535
2697

Span = 4'-0''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-24
36/9-18
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-5
36/11-7
36/11-5
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/5-6
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-7
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-8
36/9-5
36/11-5
36/11-3

36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-24
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-12
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/9-24
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6
36/11-4

36/3-48
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-18
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-48
36/5-8
36/9-24
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-6
36/11-5
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/9-48
36/9-42
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-8

36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-24
36/5-20
36/9-48
36/7-20
36/9-48
36/9-48
36/9-30
36/9-20
36/11-30
36/11-20
36/11-16

36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/9-48
36/9-48
36/9-30
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-8
36/11-7
36/11-6

36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-42
36/9-30
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-7

36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-16
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/7-10
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-7

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
254
270
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
983
1046
1052
1119
1126
1197
1204
1281
1289
1371
1379
1467
1579
1679
1807
1923
2069
2201
2369
2520

Span = 4'-6''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-24
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-12
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/9-5
36/11-6
36/11-5
36/11-3

36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-12
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-5
36/11-5
36/11-3

36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-14
36/4-24
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-12
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6
36/11-4

36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-54
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-6
36/11-6
36/11-4

36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-36
36/9-24
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/9-5
36/11-6
36/11-5
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-36
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/5-24
36/5-20
36/5-18
36/9-54
36/9-54
36/9-42
36/9-30
36/9-20
36/11-30
36/11-20
36/11-16

36/4-54
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-42
36/9-30
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-6

36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/9-42
36/9-30
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-8

36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-54
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/9-36
36/7-14
36/7-12
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/11-8

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
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Steel Deck Fastening Systems

3.5.5 Optimized Diaphragm Shear Tables


Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
237
253
254
270
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
983
1046
1052
1119
1126
1197
1204
1281
1289
1371
1475
1570
1689
1797
1934
2057
2214
2355

Span = 5'-0''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/3-12
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-8
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-8
36/11-6
36/9-4
36/11-4

36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/3-12
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/9-4
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-8
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/9-5
36/11-5

36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/3-12
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-16
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/9-5
36/11-5

36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-24
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/9-20
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-6
36/11-5
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/9-36
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-24
36/5-20
36/9-60
36/9-60
36/9-42
36/9-30
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/11-20
36/11-16

36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-24
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-30
36/9-24
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-6

36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-30
36/9-24
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-16
36/7-14
36/7-12
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
222
236
237
253
254
270
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
983
1046
1052
1119
1126
1197
1204
1281
1379
1467
1579
1679
1807
1923
2069
2201

Span = 5'-6''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/4-10
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/9-5
36/11-6
36/11-4
36/11-3Z

36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/4-10
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-8
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/3-14
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/4-10
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-8
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/9-5
36/9-4

36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-66
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-12
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-24
36/5-8
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-6
36/9-4
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-7

36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/5-24
36/5-20
36/5-18
36/9-60
36/9-42
36/9-30
36/9-24
36/9-18
36/11-20
36/11-18
36/11-12

36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/9-30
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-6

36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/7-8
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-6

36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-66
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/11-7

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
134 Hilti, Inc. (US) 1-800-879-8000 | www.us.hilti.com I en espaol 1-800-879-5000 I Hilti (Canada) Corp. 1-800-363-4458 I www.hilti.ca I Direct Fastening Technical Guide 2011

Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Optimized Diaphragm Shear Tables 3.5.5


Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
207
221
222
236
237
253
254
270
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
983
1046
1052
1119
1126
1197
1289
1371
1475
1570
1689
1797
1934
2057

Span = 6'-0''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/9-5
36/11-5
36/11-3

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/4-10
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/11-7
36/11-5
36/11-3

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-12
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-12
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/4-10
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-8
36/9-12
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-5

36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-6
36/11-5
36/11-3

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-24
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-24
36/5-20
36/9-48
36/9-42
36/9-30
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/11-24
36/11-18
36/11-12

36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/11-7

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-14
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/7-8
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
194
206
207
221
222
236
237
253
254
270
272
289
291
309
331
311
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
983
1046
1052
1119
1204
1281
1379
1467
1579
1679
1807
1923

Span = 6'-6''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/4-8
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/9-4
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-12
36/7-8
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/9-4
36/11-4

36/3-78
36/3-78
36/3-78
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/9-12
36/7-7
36/9-7
36/9-5

36/3-78
36/3-78
36/3-78
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-20
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/11-7

36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/9-5
36/11-5
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/4-78
36/4-78
36/4-78
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-20
36/5-18
36/9-42
36/9-30
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/11-20
36/11-14

36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-14
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-14
36/7-12
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/7-7
36/9-7
36/11-7

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
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Steel Deck Fastening Systems

3.5.5 Optimized Diaphragm Shear Tables


Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
194
206
207
221
222
236
237
253
254
270
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
983
1046
1052
1119
1204
1281
1379
1467
1579
1679
1923
1807

Span = 7'-0''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-18
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/5-6
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-7
36/11-5
36/11-4

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/4-8
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/11-5
36/11-4

36/3-84
36/3-84
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/9-12
36/9-8
36/9-6
36/9-5

36/3-84
36/3-84
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-18
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/11-7

36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-10
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-8
36/9-6
36/9-5
36/11-5
36/11-4
36/11-3

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/11-8
36/11-6

36/4-84
36/4-84
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/5-24
36/5-20
36/5-18
36/9-36
36/7-16
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/11-20
36/11-18
36/11-12

36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-8
36/11-8
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-18
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-14
36/9-18
36/7-12
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/7-7
36/9-7
36/11-6

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
181
193
194
206
207
221
222
236
237
253
254
270
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
983
1046
1126
1197
1289
1371
1475
1570
1689
1797

Span = 7'-6''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/5-6
36/7-7
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-18
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/5-6
36/9-8
36/11-8
36/9-5

36/3-90
36/3-90
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-30
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-18
36/5-7
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/11-7

36/3-90
36/3-90
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-20
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-14
36/7-8
36/9-8
36/9-6

36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-14
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-18
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-10
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-8
36/11-7
36/9-5
36/11-4

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-20
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-7
36/11-6

36/4-90
36/4-90
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-20
36/5-20
36/9-36
36/7-18
36/7-16
36/7-14
36/9-18
36/11-20
36/11-14

36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-14
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-12
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-8
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-20
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/5-12
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-7
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-14
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/7-10
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/11-7

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
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Steel Deck Fastening Systems

Optimized Diaphragm Shear Tables 3.5.5


Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
181
193
194
206
207
221
222
236
237
253
254
270
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
983
1046
1126
1197
1289
1371
1475
1570
1689
1797

Span = 8'-0''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/4-10
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-8
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-5

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/7-8
36/9-8
36/9-6

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/7-7
36/9-7
36/9-5

36/3-96
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/4-10
36/5-10
36/5-10
36/7-10
36/7-8
36/9-8
36/9-6

36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-16
36/5-8
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/9-5
36/11-6
36/11-4

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-20
36/5-18
36/4-12
36/5-12
36/5-12
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-7
36/11-6

36/4-96
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-20
36/5-18
36/7-18
36/7-16
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/7-12
36/11-18
36/11-12

36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-20
36/7-12
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/11-8
36/11-7
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/5-20
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-14
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/7-10
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-7
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-14
36/7-12
36/9-14
36/7-10
36/9-10
36/9-7
36/11-7

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
169
180
181
193
194
206
207
221
222
236
237
253
254
270
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
802
854
859
914
919
977
1052
1119
1204
1281
1379
1467
1579
1679

Span = 9'-6''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/4-10
36/5-10
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/9-8
36/9-7

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/4-12
36/4-10
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/7-7

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-36
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/4-12
36/4-10
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-6

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/5-8
36/9-10
36/7-7
36/11-8

36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/4-10
36/5-10
36/5-10
36/9-14
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-7
36/9-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-10
36/9-7

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-20
36/7-20
36/7-18
36/7-16
36/9-20
36/9-18
36/11-18
36/11-14

36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-18
36/9-14
36/7-10
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8
36/9-7
36/9-6
36/11-6

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-14
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/11-8
36/11-6

* Please refer to footnotes listed at the end of this section on page 138.
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3.5.5 Optimized Diaphragm Shear Tables


Allowable
Diaphragm Design
Strength, plf*
SASD
SASD
(wind)
(seismic)
138
147
148
157
158
168
169
180
181
193
194
206
207
221
222
236
237
253
254
270
272
289
291
309
311
331
333
354
356
379
381
406
408
434
437
464
467
497
500
532
535
569
572
609
612
651
655
697
701
746
750
798
859
914
983
1046
1126
1197
1289
1371

Span = 10'-0''
Recommended Hilti Powder-Actuated Frame Fastener Pattern-Sidelap Spacing Hilti SLC (in. o.c.)*
X-ENP-19 with tf 1/4"

X-EDN19* with 3/16" tf 3/8"

X-EDNK22 with 1/8" tf < 3/16"

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

16 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

22 ga.

20 ga.

18 ga.

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/4-12
36/4-10
36/5-12
36/5-10
36/9-14
36/5-8
36/5-7
36/9-10

36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/4-10
36/5-10
36/5-10
36/9-12

36/3-120
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-18
36/3-16
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-10
36/9-14
36/9-10
36/7-7

36/3-120
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/3-16
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-12
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/7-7

36/3-72
36/3-60
36/3-48
36/3-48
36/3-42
36/3-36
36/3-30
36/3-24
36/3-24
36/3-20
36/4-24
36/3-16
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/4-10
36/5-10
36/5-10
36/9-14
36/9-12
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-8

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/7-10
36/9-10

36/4-120
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/5-20
36/5-18
36/7-18
36/9-24
36/9-20
36/7-12
36/11-14

36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/4-12
36/5-12
36/9-18
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/7-10
36/9-10
36/9-10
36/9-8
36/9-7

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/4-14
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/9-16
36/9-14
36/7-10
36/9-10

36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-72
36/4-60
36/4-60
36/4-48
36/4-48
36/4-42
36/4-36
36/4-30
36/4-30
36/4-24
36/4-20
36/4-20
36/4-18
36/4-16
36/5-18
36/5-16
36/5-14
36/5-12
36/7-12
36/9-12
36/9-8
36/9-7

1 SASD (seismic) values calculated by using a safety factor () of 2.50 for seismic loads. For SLRFD (seismic), multiply SASD (seismic) by 2.50 and then by a resistance factor ()
of 0.65. For SLSD (seismic), multiply SASD (seismic) by 2.50 and then by a resistance factor () of 0.60.
2 SASD (wind) values calculated by using a safety factor () of 2.35 for seismic loads. For SLRFD (wind), multiply SASD (wind) by 2.35 and then by a resistance factor () of
0.70. For SLSD (wind), multiply SASD (wind) by 2.35 and then by a resistance factor () of 0.65.
3 Tabulated fastening patterns apply to standard (Fy 33 ksi; Fu 45 ksi) or high strength (Fy 80 ksi; Fu 92 ksi) 1-1/2" deep, 6" center-to-center types B and BI
steel deck.
4 With tf 1/4", X-EDNK22 may be used alternatively to X-EDN19
5 At diaphragm perimeter, Hilti powder-actuated frame fasteners should be spaced at identical spacing as sidelap connectors.
6 Panel buckling has been checked. Diaphragm shear stiffness should be calculated separately. Refer to Section 3.5.1.8.
7 Interpolation of diaphragm shear strength values is allowed between span dimensions, sidelap spacings and deck gauge. Alternatively, use calculations as
discussed in Section 3.5.1.8 to determine diaphragm shear capacities directly.
8 Additional diaphragm fastening patterns and optimized attachment options can be developed from Hilti Profis DF Diaphragm Software version 2.0.
Contact Hilti Technical Services or find more information at www.us.hilti.com (USA) or www.hilti.ca (Canada).
9 To convert from sidelap spacing (SS) to sidelaps per span (SPS), use the following formula: SPS=((span,ft) x 12)/(SS, in.). Round up to the next whole sidelap
connector.
10 For 16 gauge steel deck or for high tensile strength (fu > 65 ksi) 18 gauge steel deck, use S-SLC 02 M HWH. For more information on Hilti Sidelap Connectors
refer to Section 3.5.4.
11 For diaphragm shear load values using Hilti #10 HWH screws, please use Hilti's Profis DF Diaphragm or contact Hilti at 877-749-6337 or deck@hilti.com.

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X-HVB Shear Connector 3.5.6


3.5.6.1 Product Description
Guide Specification

The Hilti X-HVB shear connector is a


mechanically attached shear transfer
device for use in composite beam
construction with steel beams and
concrete slabs as an alternate to
welded studs.

Shear Connector: Shear connectors


shall be one piece formed steel with zinc
plating in accordance with ASTM B 633
SC 1 Type III. Connectors shall be Hilti
X-HVB as supplied by Hilti Inc.

Product Features

3.5.6.1

Product Description

3.5.6.2

Material Specifications

3.5.6.3

Technical Data

3.5.6.4

Installation Instructions

3.5.6.5

Ordering Information

Installation: Shear connectors shall be


installed using Hilti X-ENP-21 HVB powder-actuated fasteners in accordance
with manufacturers recommendation.
(Note: Do not use X-ENP-19 L15.)

Ductile connections
Minimal damage to coatings
Fast and simple installation
Install in virtually any weather
No electrical power source required

3.5.6.2 Material Specification


X-HVB: Carbon Steel with Fu = 39,000 psi

Zinc plated for corrosion resistance in accordance with ASTM B 633, SC 1,
Type III.

Hs
hr

Ycon

3.5.6.3 Technical Data

wr

wr

Product Selection and Performance in Concrete Over Metal Deck Composite Floor Slabs3
X-HVB
Connector

Connector
Height, Hs
in. (mm)

Minimum Slab
Thickness, Ycon
in. (mm)

X-HVB80

3-1/8
(80)

3-11/16
(93)

1-3/4
(45)

1-3/4
(45)

X-HVB95

3-3/4
(95)

4-1/4
(108)

2-3/8
(60)

2-1/4
(57)

X-HVB110

4-5/16
(110)

4-13/16
(123)

2-15/16
(75)

2-5/8
(66)

X-HVB125

4-15/16
(125)

5-7/16
(138)

3-1/8
(80)

2-15/16
(75)

Maximum Rib Height, hr


in. (mm)
wr /hr 1.8 wr /hr < 1.8

Nominal
Shear Strength1, Qn
lb (kN)
6294
(28.0)

Allowable
Shear Strength2,
q
lb (kN)
3147
(14.0)

7868

3934

(35.0)

(17.5)

1 Nominal shear strength to be used for designs per AISC-LRFD and unfactored shear resistance per AISC design formulas.
2 Allowable shear strength to be used for designs per AISC-ASD.
3 Tabulated load values based upon installation in base steel greater than or equal to 5/16".

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Steel Deck Fastening Systems

3.5.6 X-HVB Shear Connector


Strength Reduction Factors for Concrete Over Metal Deck Composite Floor Slabs
Ribs perpendicular to the beam

Ribs parallel to the beam

Number of XHVBs
in One Rib

Rg

1.00

wr

0.85

hr

0.70

wr
hr

Condition

Rg

1.5

1.00

< 1.5

0.851

1 For a single shear connector.

Connector placement along the beams

Deflections

The ductile performance of the X-HVB connector allows


distribution of the calculated required number of X-HVBs
uniformly between the points of zero and maximum moment.

Beam deflections are computed by conventional elastic


formulas. For beams with partial shear connection, deflections
may be estimated by using the following formula for the
effective moment of inertia:

Point loads
Application of large point loads causes abrupt changes in
shear. To avoid excessive slip, additional X-HVB connectors
may be necessary between the point load and the support.
Partial shear connection
AISC-LRFD and AISC-ASD both require that the capacity
of the installed shear connectors must be no less than 25%
of the calculated shear load for full composite design. This
requirement is applicable, independent of whether welded
studs or X-HVBs are used for the shear connection.

I eff =
l s =
n =
l tr =

I s + n x ( l t r l s )
moment of inertia of steel section
connection fraction
moment of inertia with 100% connection

Continuous beams
Hilti X-HVB shear connectors are also suitable for use in
continuous composite beams. The connectors are distributed
uniformly between the point of zero moment and the point of
maximum moment.

To obtain access to Hiltis BDES Composite Design Software, which designs and analyzes composite and
non-composite beams using X-HVB shear connectors under distributed and point loads in accordance
with AISC LRFD, contact Hilti Technical Support at 1-877-749-6337.

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X-HVB Shear Connector 3.5.6


3.5.6.4 Installation instructions
Connector Positioning (metal decking ribs transverse to beam)

1. One to three X-HVBs per rib.


=

2 X-HVBs transverse or parallel to beam.

1-9/16"
40

1-9/16"
40

Wr 1-9/16"

Wr 1-9/16"

3. With one X-HVB per rib, the leg may be either centered in
the rib or positioned to give a 1-9/16" (40 mm) clearance to
the side of the rib.
2"

50

50
2"

100
4"

2"

5b. Spacings along the ribs (other


decking profiles)

100
4"

Minimum spacing 2" (50 mm),


however for decking profiles with:
wr /m < 0.7 and wr /hr < 1.8, the
minimum spacing is increased from
2" to 4" (50 to 100 mm).

>> 4"
100

51

4. With two or three X-HVBs per rib, the legs may be either
centered in the rib or alternated about the center.

m = spacing of ribs

5a. Spacing along the ribs (2" and 3"


U.S. composite floor deck profiles)

6. If the decking has a stiffener in the rib


bottom, position the X-HVBs against
the stiffener.

Connector Positioning (ribs parallel to beam and solid slabs)

X-HVBs may be placed with zero


clearance to edge of flange.

50
2"

Ycon

4Y
or 24"
conor 600

4d
100
4"

3.5.6.5 Ordering Information


X-HVB Shear Connectors*
Description

Qty/Pkg

X-HVB80
X-HVB95
X-HVB110
X-HVB125

250
250
250
200

Setting Equipment for X-HVB


Shear Connectors
Description

DX-76
X-76-F-HVB Baseplate
X-76-P-HVB Piston
X-76-PS Stop Ring

* X-HVB shear connectors must be fastened with the X-76-F-HVB fastener guide, the
X-76-P-HVB piston and the X-ENP-21 HVB fastener (sold separately)

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3.6.1 Self-Drilling Screw Fastener Selection & Design


3.6.1.1 Drill Point Selection
Top Material to be Drilled
Bottom Material to be Drilled

Total Thickness to be Drilled

Top Material to be Drilled


Void or Insulation
Bottom Material to be Drilled

Total Thickness to be Drilled

Hole Diameter
Larger than Screw Threads
Top Material
Void or Insulation
Bottom Material to be Drilled

Drill Flute

The length of the drill


flute determines the
metal thickness that
can be drilled. The
Drill
Flute
flute itself provides
a channel for chip
removal during drilling action. If it becomes completely
embedded in material, drill chips will be
trapped in the flute and cutting action
will cease. This will cause the point to
burn up or break.

Total Thickness to be Drilled

Drilling Through
Wood to Metal

Point Length

The unthreaded
section from the point
Point
to the first thread
Length
should be long
enough to assure
the drilling action is
complete before the
first thread engages the drilled metal.
Screw threads advance at a rate of up
to ten times faster than the drill flute
can remove metal. All drilling therefore
should be complete before threads
begin to form.

If your application calls for drilling


through wood over
1/2" thick, a clearance hole is required.
Select a fastener with
breakaway wings for this type of job.
The wings will ream a clearance hole
and break-off when they contact metal
surface (minimum metal thickness
0.06") to be drilled.
Winged
Reamer

Thickness of material to be drilled (in.)

Drilling Capacity Material Thickness Recommendations (Steel to Steel)


#2 Point

0.500

#3 Point

#5 Point
0.500

#4 Point

0.400
0.300
0.210

0.200
0.100

0.100

0.110

0.140

0.220

0.175

0.100

0.110

0.110

0.110

#8

#10

#12

#14

0.250

0.250
0.250

0.175

0.175

#12

#14

0.035

Screw
Diameter

#6, #8

#10

#12

Note: Meets or exceeds ASTM C 1513. Shaded areas represent total thickness of all steel including any void spaces between layers.

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Self-Drilling Screw Fastener Selection & Design 3.6.1


3.6.1.2 Thread Selection
Metal Gauge

Gauge
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

Aluminum
Sheet
Metal
(Approx. Thickness
in decimal parts
of an inch)
0.1285
0.1644
0.1144
0.1495
0.1019
0.1345
0.0907
0.1196
0.0808
0.1046
0.0720
0.0897
0.0641
0.0747
0.0571
0.0673
0.0508
0.0598
0.0493
0.0538
0.0403
0.0474
0.0359
0.0418
0.0320
0.0358
0.0285
0.0329
0.0253
0.0295
0.0226
0.0269
0.0201
0.0239
0.0179
0.0209
0.0159
0.0179
0.0142
0.0164
0.0126
0.0149

Fraction to Decimal
Fraction (in.)

Decimal
Equivalent (in.)

1/64
1/32
3/64
1/16
5/64
3/32
7/64
1/8
9/64
5/32
11/64
3/16
13/64
7/32
15/64
1/4

0.015
0.031
0.046
0.062
0.078
0.093
0.109
0.125
0.140
0.156
0.171
0.187
0.203
0.218
0.234
0.250

Screw Diameter
Number

Decimal
Equivalent (in.)

#6
#7
#8
#10
#12
1/4
5/16

0.1380
0.1510
0.1640
0.1900
0.2160
0.2500
0.3125

The importance of IBC 2006 / 2009 compliant screws.


ICC-ES ESR-2196 provides IBC 2006 / 2009 recognition
of Hiltis Self-Drilling Screw Fasteners. This recognition
was based on a comprehensive and rigorous independent
evaluation of Hiltis Self-Drilling Screw Fasteners to
the latest IBC code requirements in ICC-ES AC118
Acceptance Criteria for Self-Tapping Screw Fasteners,
as well as the AISI S904 and AISI S905 test standards.
AC118 provides the IBC code recognition and quality
assurance for screw fasteners. ESR-2196 recognizes
many types of Hilti screws for the most common
applications including CFS connections, gypsum to CFS,
etc. Specifically, ESR-2196 covers the HWH, PPH, PBH,
PWH, PPCH, PFUCH and PFTH head style Hilti screws.
To ensure IBC 2006 / 2009 compliance of screws on your
next project, reference ESR-2196.

Thread Length
Always choose a fastener with sufficient threads to fully
engage in the base metal. For attachments to 1/4" base steel,
a self-drilling screw should have at least 1/4" of threads. It is
helpful, but not critical, that the threads also engage in the
material being fastened. The head of the fastener provides
the bearing force for the material being fastened, while the
threads provide the clamping force in the base material.
Clamping
Material Being Fastened
Base Material
Threading

Thread Pitch
The thickness of material being fastened and diameter of
the screw determine the type of thread pitch to be used.
In general, the thinner the fastened materials, the fewer the
number of threads. The thicker the material, the greater
the number of threads. This principle is due to two primary
methods of thread engagement/holding power: Clamping
and Threading. In light gauge metal, the materials are
actually being clamped together by the upper and
lower threads.
Clamping

Thinner base material requires a coarser thread pitch to assure


proper clamping. The thicker the material, the finer the threads
must be. In very thick metal (3/8" to 1/2" thick), a fine thread
is advisable. This will allow the thread to tap into the base
material with less installation torque than a coarse thread.

Thread Engagement

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3.6.1.3 Head Style Selection

HWH (HHWH)
(High) Hex Washer
Head : Washer face
provides a bearing
surface for the driving
sockets.

PPH (PPFH)
Phillips Pan
(Framing) Head:
Conventional head for
general applications
and provides low
profile fastening.

PFH
Phillips Flat Head:
Used primarily in
wood to countersink
and seat flush without
splintering the wood.

PWH
Phillips Wafer Head:
Large head provides
the bearing surface
necessary to seat
flush in soft materials.

PBH
Phillips Bugle Head:
Used primarily for
fastening drywall,
plywood or insulation
board to steel studs.

PTH (MPTH)
(Modified) Phillips
Truss Head: Large
head and low profile
provides surface area
needed to attach wire
lath to metal stud.

PPCH
Phillips Pancake
Conventional Head:
Head for general
applications and
provides low and
flat profile.

PFTH
Phillips Flat Truss
Head: Lowest profile
head available for
attaching metal
to metal.

PFHUC
Pancake Framing
Head Undercut: Used
for countersinking
where a full head
taper would cause
stand-off of the screw.

SHWH
Slotted Hex Washer
Head: Hex washer
head with slot in
center to provide
additional drive
connection.

3.6.1.4 Sealing Criteria

3.6.1.5 Length Selection

Sealing washer screws offer weather resistant fastenings


where moisture or condensation is a factor. The washer helps
seal the hole to help prevent moisture from dripping into
the fastener threads, reducing corrosive build-up. As added
protection against corrosion, all sealing washer screws come
standard with Kwik-Cote coating. The torque control or depth
gauge of the electric screwdrivers help ensure that the optimal
seal is applied. (Reference Section 3.6.1.7).

Length of the screw (L)


Depending on the screwhead, there are two different ways to
measure the overall length of a screw.
For HWH/HHWH, PPH, PTH, PFTH, SHWH and PPCH screws,
the overall length is measured from the bottom of the washer
under the head to the point of the screw.
For PWH, PFH, PBH and PFHUC screws, the overall length is
measured from the top of the head to the point of the screw.

MF
MT
L
Maximum Total Thickness (MT)
The maximum total thickness (MT) for all screws is the length
of the threads reduced by the first three threads (protruding
past the back-side of the base material). See drawings above
and below.
The maximum total thickness (MT) describes the maximum
thickness of all attachments to be fastened plus the
base material.

MT
MF

L
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Self-Drilling Screw Fastener Selection & Design 3.6.1


3.6.1.6 Corrosion Resistance Guidelines
Self-Drilling Screw Fastener Selection Guidelines1,2,3,6

Environment

Low
Indoor - Dry:
no moisture exposure

Medium
Indoor & Exterior - Dry:
minimal moisture exposure

High
Indoor & Exterior - Wet:
Heavy industrial or coastal areas
with high prolonged moisture levels
but no direct exposure to chlorides,
and average temperatures
below 86 F (30 C).

Connection
Type

Untreated
Lumber-to-steel,
steel-to-steel,
gypsum-to-steel
applications

Pressure Treated4
or Fire Retardant
Lumber-to-steel;
aluminum-to-steel;
dissimilar metals

Untreated
Lumber-to-steel,
steel-to-steel,
gypsum-to-steel
applications;
cement
board-to-steel

Pressure Treated4
or Fire Retardant
Lumber-to-steel;
aluminum-to-steel;
dissimilar metals

Screw
Fastener
Descriptions

Hardened Carbon
Steel fasteners with
electro-galvanized
(min. 5 - 13
microns), black
phosphate
coatings

Carbon Steel,
two-step heat
treated fasteners
with Kwik-Cote
coating

Hardened Carbon
Steel fasteners
with Kwik-Cote
coating

Carbon Steel,
two-step heat
treated fasteners
with Kwik-Cote
coating

300 series5
stainless steel fastener

Hilti
Kwik-Flex

Hilti
Bi-Metal
Kwik-Flex

Section
3.6.4

Section
3.6.5

Screw
Fastener
Designation

Hilti Zinc
Plated Screws

Hilti
Kwik-Flex

Hilti
Self-Drilling Screws
with Kwik-Cote
or Kwik-Seal
Designation

Product
Technical
Guide Section

Section
3.6.2 or 3.6.3

Section
3.6.4

Section
3.6.2

Untreated
Lumber-to-steel,
steel-to-steel,
gypsum-to-steel
applications

Pressure Treated4
or Fire Retardant
Lumber-to-steel;
aluminum-to-steel;
dissimilar metals

1 If the moisture content of Pressure Treated Lumber is high (> 18%) or unknown, stainless steel fasteners are recommended. Select appropriate stainless steel
grade for your application.
2 Guidelines based on fastener coating /material resistance to environmental corrosion (commonly called rusting) and fastener hardening process/ resistance to
hydrogen assisted stress corrosion cracking (HASCC). Evaluate site conditions which may affect these guidelines, such as: corrosive agents other than those
listed; expected service life; other (non-environmental) types of corrosion, etc
3 In highly corrosive environments (such as direct exposure to chlorides with average temperatures above 86 F (30 C)) it is generally recommended that a Highly
Corrosive Resistant (HCR) fastener be used. Contact Hilti Technical Support at 877-749-6337 for more information.
4 Pressure treated lumber refers to lumber such as SBX/DOT, Zinc borated ACQ, CA-B, CBA-A treated lumber.
5 Most 400 series stainless steels, such as 410 stainless steel, 410 super-passivated stainless steel and 400 modified stainless steel are generally considered
susceptible to HASCC. Moreover, these grades of stainless steel are 18/0 they contain chromium but no nickel which reduces corrosion resistance significantly
when compared to 18/8 grades (302, 304) or 18/8/2 grade (316).
6 The decision as to which fastener optimally meets the demands of a specific application is ultimately the judgment of the Engineer of Record or other responsible
person for the project.

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3.6.1 Self-Drilling Screw Fastener Selection & Design


3.6.1.7 Hilti Screw Fastener Installation Instructions
It is essential that proper rpm, setting depth and torque be
utilized when installing Hilti screws.
Install self-drilling screws perpendicular to the work surface.
The self-drilling feature of the screw will drill a hole completely
through the base material before tapping the threads. Do not
apply excessive pressure. Too much pressure will slow the
speed of the screwdriver, increasing the installation time and
possibly leading to drill tip failure. The variable speed motors
of Hilti screwdrivers enable the operator to start the screw in
a precise position and drive it at the speed best suited for the
application. Below, two recommended tools are discussed in
detail. The tables below provide additional suggested tools as
well as common socket and bit sizes.
Common Socket & Bit Sizes
Screw
Size
#8
#10
#12
1/4"

Magnetic Nut
Setter Size
1/4"
5/16"
5/16"
3/8"

Phillips
Bit Size
2
2
3
3

The Hilti SD 2500 Siding Edition features a 2,500 rpm motor


for fastening self-drilling screws in steel up to 1/4" (6 mm)
thick. There is a depth gauge on the front of the tool for
correct depth setting of screws.
The Hilti ST 1800 Heavy Duty Torque Adjustable
Screwdriver features a 1,800 rpm for fastening self-drilling
screws in steel up 1/2" (12 mm) thick. There is a depth
gauge on the front of the tool for correct depth setting of
screws. There is also an 18 position adjustable torque clutch
for correct torque release setting of screws. By avoiding
overdriving, proper torque adjustment will deliver consistent
fastening quality.
The ST 1800 may also be operated with the SDT-30 for a
stand-up decking system to fasten steel deck sidelaps.
Please reference the table on torque considerations below
for more information on proper installation of Hilti
Screw Fasteners.

TorqueConsiderationsforScrewFasteningApplications3
No depth gauge or torque clutch required

Applications

These include, but are not limited to, typical applications


involving interior drywall fastening, exterior sheathing,
metal framing, HVAC duct and plywood to metal.

These applications may not require a corded or cordless


screwdriver that features either an adjustable torque
clutch or a properly adjusted depth gauge.
Considerations1

Suggested
Tools2

This is because the applications are considered nonstructural and/or possess sufficient redundancy in
fastening points that any impact of over-driving may
be sufficiently mitigated.

Corded: SD 2500, SD 4500, ST 1800, SD 2500


Siding Edition, SI 100
Cordless: SF/H 14, SF/H 18, SD 4500-A, SID 144, SIW
144

Depth gauge or torque clutch required


These include, but are not limited to, typical applications
involving metal decking (both frame and sidelap), metal
siding (both frame and sidelap), exterior faade and
window glazing.
Any application involving sealing washers requires a
depth gauge or torque clutch to help ensure that an
optimal seal is achieved.
These applications must utilize a corded or cordless
screwdriver that features either an adjustable torque
clutch or a properly adjusted depth gauge in order to
ensure consistent fastening and achieve published
connection capacities.
This is because the applications are considered
structural elements of the design. Over-driving may
cause connection failures or fastener failures that possibly compromise the integrity of the connection.
Corded: SD 2500, SD 4500, ST 1800, SD 2500
Siding Edition
Cordless: SF/H 14, SF/H 18, SD 4500-A

1 Whether an application requires a depth gauge or torque clutch is the judgment of the person responsible for the project. If conditions are unknown or in doubt,
use a screwdriver that features either an adjustable torque clutch or a properly adjusted depth gauge.
2 All published screw fastening connection capacities were developed using corded or cordless screwdriver tools with adjustable torque clutches. Over-driving
a screw fastener can cause a connection failure in lighter gauge and lower strength steel base materials (the threads tapping the base material are stripped by
excessive torque) or a fastener failure in heavier gauge and higher strength steel base materials (the screw is damaged or sheared by excessive torque). This
type of damage is not always visually detectable. Regardless of the tool or its torque setting, test fastenings should always be performed to verify the
appropriate torque is being applied.
2 For additional information, consult the Hilti Product Technical Guide or contact Hilti Technical Services at 877-749-6337.

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Self-Drilling Screws 3.6.2


3.6.2.1 Product Description
The Hilti Self-Drilling Screws are
designed to drill their own hole in steel
base materials up to 1/2" thick. These
screws are available in a variety of head
styles, thread lengths and drill-flute
lengths for screw diameters #6 through
1/4". Hilti self-drilling screws meet
ASTM C 1513, ASTM C 954 and
SAE J78 standards, as applicable.

Product Features
Hex head for metal-to-metal
applications
Flush head for wood-to-metal
applications

3.6.2.1

Product Description

3.6.2.2

Material Specifications

3.6.2.3

Technical Data

3.6.2.4

Installation Instructions

3.6.2.5

Ordering Information

For metal from 0.035" to


0.500" thick
Winged reamers for wood over
1/2" thick
Stitch screws for light gauge
metal-to-metal
Sealing screws for water
resistant fastenings

3.6.2.2 Material Specifications


Material

ASTM A 510 Grade 1018-1022

Heat Treatment

Case hardened and tempered


Sizes 8, 10 and 12: 0.004" to 0.009" case depth
Size 1/4": 0.005" to 0.011" case depth

Plating

Kwik-Cote Treatment

Wood decking screws: Black Phosphate (8-18 x 1-5/16" PFH #3


and 8-18 x 1-15/16" and 5/16" PFH #3)
Kwik-Cote and Kwik-Seal screws: 0.0007" to 0.0015"
Kwik-Cote Treatment
Note: Due to environmental considerations, Hilti does not plate
with cadmium.
Most Hilti zinc plated screws conform to ASTM F 1941 (which
replaces ASTM B 633), as tested in accordance with ASTM B 117.
The minimum zinc thickness is 5 microns. Refer to Section 3.6.2.5
for screw coating information.

Kwik-Cote is a unique copolymer coating that provides greater corrosion


resistance than zinc or cadmium plating.

3.6.2.3 Technical Data

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2196
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25678

ICC-ES ESR-2196, provides IBC


2006/2009 recognition of Hiltis
Self-Drilling Screw fasteners for
most common applications (e.g. CFS
connections, gypsum to CFS, etc.),
including HWH, PPH, PBH, PWH,
PPCH, PFUCH and PFTH head
style screws.

Ultimate Tensile Strengths Pullout (Tension), lb (kN)1,2,3,4,5,6,7


Screw
Designation

Nominal
Diameter
in.

#6

0.138

#7

0.151

#8

0.164

#10

0.190

#12

0.216

1/4 in.

0.250

20
(0.036)
190
(0.85)
210
(0.93)
225
(1.00)
260
(1.16)
295
(1.31)
345
(1.53)

Thickness of steel member not in contact with the screw head, GA (in.)
18
16
14
12
(0.048)
(0.060)
(0.075)
(0.105)
250
320
395
555
(1.11)
(1.42)
(1.76)
(2.47)
275
345
435
605
(1.22)
(1.53)
(1.93)
(2.69)
300
375
470
660
(1.33)
(1.67)
(2.09)
(2.94)
350
435
545
765
(1.56)
(1.93)
(2.42)
(3.40)
395
495
620
870
(1.76)
(2.20)
(2.76)
(3.87)
460
575
715
1000
(2.05)
(2.56)
(3.18)
(4.45)

10
(0.135)
715
(3.18)
780
(3.47)
845
(3.76)
980
(4.36)
1120
(4.98)
1290
(5.74)

1 The lower of the ultimate pull-out, pullover, and tension fastener strength of screw should be used for design.
2 Load values based upon calculations done in accordance with Section E4 of the AISI North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel
Structural Members (NASPEC) 2007 edition.
3 The NASPEC recommends a safety factor of 3.0 be applied for allowable strength design, a factor of 0.5 be applied for LRFD design or a factor of 0.4 be
applied for LSD design.
4 ANSI/ASME standard screw diameters were used in the calculations and are listed in the tables.
5 The screw diameters in the table above are available in head styles of pan, hex washer, pancake, flat, wafer and bugle.
6 The load data in the table is based upon sheet steel with Fu = 45 ksi. For Fu = 55 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.22. For Fu = 65 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.44.
7 Refer to Section 3.6.2.5 to ensure drilling capacities.
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3.6.2 Self-Drilling Screws


Ultimate Tensile Strengths Pullover (Tension), lb (kN)1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Washer or
Screw
Head Diameter
Designation
in.

22
(0.030)
675
(3.00)
805
(3.58)
835
(3.71)
835
(3.71)
1010
(4.49)

#8

0.335

#10

0.399

#12-14

0.415

#12-24

0.415

1/4 in.

0.500

#7

0.303

#8

0.311

#10

0.364

#8

0.433

#10

0.411

#10

0.409

830
(3.69)

#10

0.364

740
(3.29)

615
(2.74)
630
(2.80)
740
(3.29)
875
(3.89)
830
(3.69)

Thickness of steel member in contact with the screw head, GA (in.)


20
18
16
14
12
(0.036)
(0.048)
(0.060)
(0.075)
(0.105)
Hex Washer Head (HWH)
815
1000
1000
1000
1000
(3.63)
(4.45)
(4.45)
(4.45)
(4.45)
970
1290
1370
1370
1370
(4.31)
(5.74)
(6.09)
(6.09)
(6.09)
1010
1340
1680
2100
2325
(4.49)
(5.96)
(7.47)
(9.34)
(10.34)
1010
1340
1680
2100
2940
(4.49)
(5.96)
(7.47)
(9.34)
(13.08)
1220
1620
2030
2530
3540
(5.43)
(7.21)
(9.03)
(11.25)
(13.75)
Phillips Pan Head (PPH)
735
980
1000
1000
1000
(3.27)
(4.36)
(4.45)
(4.45)
(4.45)
755
1000
1000
1000
1000
(3.36)
(4.45)
(4.45)
(4.45)
(4.45)
885
1180
1370
1370
1370
(3.94)
(5.25)
(6.09)
(6.09)
(6.09)
Phillips Truss Head (PTH)
1000
1000
1000
1000
1000
(4.45)
(4.45)
(4.45)
(4.45)
(4.45)
1000
1330
1390
1390
1390
(4.45)
(5.92)
(6.18)
(6.18)
(6.18)
Phillips Pancake Head (PPCH)
995
1325
1370
1370
1370
(4.43)
(5.89)
(6.09)
(6.09)
(6.09)
Phillips Flat Truss Head (PFTH)
885
1180
1475
1840
2170
(3.94)
(5.25)
(6.56)
(8.18)
(9.65)

10
(0.135)
1000
(4.45)
1370
(6.09)
2325
(10.34)
3780
(16.81)
4560
(20.28)
1000
(4.45)
1000
(4.45)
1370
(6.09)
1000
(4.45)
1390
(6.18)
1370
(6.09)
2170
(9.65)

1. The lower of the ultimate pull-out, pullover, and tension fastener strength of screw should be used for design.
2. Load values based upon calculations done in accordance with Section E4 of the AISI North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel
Structural Members (NASPEC) 2007 edition.
3. The NASPEC recommends a safety factor of 3.0 be applied for allowable strength design, a factor of 0.5 be applied for LRFD design or a factor of 0.4 be
applied for LSD design.
4. ANSI/ASME standard screw head diameters were used in the calculations and are listed in the tables.
5. Phillips Bugle Head (PBH) and Phillips Wafer Head (PWH) styles are not covered by this table because they are not intended for attachment of steel to steel.
6. The load data in the table is based upon sheet steel with Fu = 45 ksi. For Fu = 55 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.22. For Fu = 65 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.44.
7. Refer to Section 3.6.2.5 for drilling capacities.

Nominal Ultimate Fastener Strength of Screw


Screw
Designation
#6-20
#7-18
#8-18
#10-12
#10-16
#10-18
#12-14
#12-24
1/4 in.

Nominal
Diameter
(in.)
0.138
0.151
0.164
0.190
0.190
0.190
0.216
0.216
0.250

Nominal Fastener Strength


Tension, Pts
Shear, Pss
lb (kN)1
lb (kN)2,3,4
1000
(4.45)
890
(3.96)
1000
(4.45)
890
(3.96)
1000
(4.45)
1170
(5.20)
2170
(9.65)
1645
(7.32)
1370
(6.09)
1215
(5.40)
1390
(6.18)
1645
(7.32)
2325
(10.34)
1880
(8.36)
3900
(17.35)
2285
(10.16)
4580
(20.37)
2440
(10.85)

1 The lower of the ultimate pull-out, pullover, and tension fastener strength of screw should be
used for design.
2 The lower of the ultimate shear fastener strength and shear bearing should be used for design.
3 The NASPEC recommends a safety factor of 3.0 be applied for allowable strength design,
a factor of 0.5 be applied for LRFD design or a factor of 0.4 be applied for LSD design.
4 When the distance to the end of the connected part is parallel to the line of the applied force
the allowable shear fastener strength must be reduced for end distance, when necessary, in
accordance with E4.3.2 of Appendix A of the AISI North American Specifications for the Design
of Cold Formed Steel Structural Members (NASPEC) 2007 edition.

Torsional Strength
Screw Only. Does Not
Consider Base Material
Limitations
Size
6-20
7-18
8-18
10-12
10-16
10-18
10-24
12-14
12-24
1/4-14
1/4-20

Min. Torsional
Strength
in-lb (Nm)
24
(2.7)
38
(4.3)
42
(4.8)
61
(6.9)
61
(6.9)
61
(6.9)
65
(7.3)
92
(10.4)
100
(11.3)
150
(17.0)
156
(17.6)

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Ultimate Shear Strengths Bearing (Shear), lb (kN)1,2,3,4,5,6,7
Screw
Designation

Nominal
Diameter
in.

#7

0.151

#8

0.164

#10-12

0.190

#10-16

0.190

#10-18

0.190

#12-14

0.216

#12-24

0.216

1/4 in.

0.250

Thickness of steel
member in contact
with screw head
GA (in.)
20 (0.036)
18 (0.048)
16 (0.060)
20 (0.036)
18 (0.048)
16 (0.060)
20 (0.036)
18 (0.048)
16 (0.060)
14 (0.075)
20 (0.036)
18 (0.048)
16 (0.060)
20 (0.036)
18 (0.048)
16 (0.060)
14 (0.075)
20 (0.036)
18 (0.048)
16 (0.060)
14 (0.075)
20 (0.036)
18 (0.048)
16 (0.060)
14 (0.075)
12 (0.090)
20 (0.036)
18 (0.048)
16 (0.060)
14 (0.075)
12 (0.090)

Thickness of steel member not in contact with the screw head, GA (in.)
20 (0.036)
500
500
500
525
525
525
565
565
565
565
565
565
565
565
565
565
565
600
600
600
600
600
600
600
600
600
645
645
645
645
645

(2.22)
(2.22)
(2.22)
(2.34)
(2.34)
(2.34)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.51)
(2.67)
(2.67)
(2.67)
(2.67)
(2.67)
(2.67)
(2.67)
(2.67)
(2.67)
(2.87)
(2.87)
(2.87)
(2.87)
(2.87)

18 (0.048)
660
660
660
715
805
805
830
865
865
865
830
865
865
830
865
865
865
930
925
925
925
930
925
925
925
925
1020
995
995
995
995

(2.94)
(2.94)
(2.94)
(3.18)
(3.58)
(3.58)
(3.69)
(3.85)
(3.85)
(3.85)
(3.69)
(3.85)
(3.85)
(3.69)
(3.85)
(3.85)
(3.85)
(4.14)
(4.11)
(4.11)
(4.11)
(4.14)
(4.11)
(4.11)
(4.11)
(4.11)
(4.54)
(4.43)
(4.43)
(4.43)
(4.43)

16 (0.060)
660
880
890
715
955
1120
830
1110
1210
1210
830
1110
1210
830
1110
1210
1210
945
1260
1290
1290
945
1260
1290
1290
1290
1090
1400
1390
1390
1390

(2.94)
(3.91)
(3.96)
(3.18)
(4.25)
(4.98)
(3.69)
(4.94)
(5.38)
(5.38)
(3.69)
(4.94)
(5.38)
(3.69)
(4.94)
(5.38)
(5.38)
(4.20)
(5.60)
(5.74)
(5.74)
(4.20)
(5.60)
(5.74)
(5.74)
(5.74)
(4.85)
(6.23)
(6.18)
(6.18)
(6.18)

14 (0.075)
660
880
890
715
955
1170
830
1110
1390
1645
830
1110
1215
830
1110
1390
1645
945
1260
1570
1800
945
1260
1570
1800
1800
1090
1460
1820
1940
1940

(2.94)
(3.91)
(3.96)
(3.18)
(4.25)
(5.20)
(3.69)
(4.94)
(6.18)
(7.32)
(3.69)
(4.94)
(5.40)
(3.69)
(4.94)
(6.18)
(7.32)
(4.20)
(5.60)
(6.98)
(8.00)
(4.20)
(5.60)
(6.98)
(8.00)
(8.00)
(4.85)
(6.49)
(8.10)
(8.63)
(8.63)

12 (0.105)
660
880
890
715
955
1170
830
1110
1390
1645
830
1110
1215
830
1110
1390
1645
945
1260
1570
1880
945
1260
1570
1970
2285
1090
1460
1820
2280
2440

(2.94)
(3.91)
(3.96)
(3.18)
(4.25)
(5.20)
(3.69)
(4.94)
(6.18)
(7.32)
(3.69)
(4.94)
(5.40)
(3.69)
(4.94)
(6.18)
(7.32)
(4.20)
(5.60)
(6.98)
(8.36)
(4.20)
(5.60)
(6.98)
(8.76)
(10.16)
(4.85)
(6.49)
(8.10)
(10.14)
(10.85)

1 The lower of the ultimate shear bearing and shear fastener strength of screw should be used for design.
2 Load values based upon calculations done in accordance with Section E4 of the AISI North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel
Structural Members (NASPEC) 2007 edition. It is assumed that the steel sheets are tight together with no gaps.
3 The NASPEC recommends a safety factor of 3.0 be applied for allowable strength design, a factor of 0.5 be applied for LRFD design or a factor of 0.4 be
applied for LSD design.
4 ANSI/ASME standard screw head diameters were used in the calculations and are listed in the tables.

5 Load values in table are for Hex Washer Head (HWH and HHWH), Phillips Pan Head (PPH), Phillips Truss Head (PTH), Phillips Pancake Head (PPCH), and Phillips
Flat Truss Head (PFTH) style screws. Phillips Bugle Head (PBH) and Phillips Wafer Head (PWH) styles are not covered by this table because they are not
intended for attachment of steel to steel.
6 The load data in the table is based upon sheet steel with Fu = 45 ksi. For Fu = 55 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.22. For Fu = 65 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.44.
7 Refer to Section 3.6.2.5 to ensure drilling capacities.

3.6.2.4 Installation Instructions


For general discussion of Hilti screw fastener installation,
reference Section 3.6.1.7.

download Hiltis Profis DF software at www.us.hilti.com/


decking (US), or www.hilti.ca (Canada).

For allowable diaphragm shear loads and stiffness values


for steel roof or floor deck utilizing Hilti selfdrilling screws
as frame or sidelap fasteners, reference Section 3.5 and

To estimate the number of sidelap screws on a steel roof or


floor deck project, reference Section 3.5.1.6.

Warning: Because of the potential for delayed hydrogen assisted stress corrosion cracking, many hardened steel fasteners
are not recommended for use with dissimilar metals or chemically treated wood when moisture may be present or in corrosive
environments. For further information, contact Hilti Technical Support at 1-877-749-6337.
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3.6.2.5 Ordering Information

Collated Self-Drilling Screws


Light/Medium Gauge Metal Applications (Sidelap)
Thread
Length

Description
S-MD 10-16 x 7/8 HWH Collated
S-MD 12-14 x 1 HWH Collated

Drilling Capacity

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT)1

Min

Max

3/8"

0.028"

0.120"

3/16"

3/4"

0.028"

0.120"

3/8"

Recess

Coating2

Box Qty

0.188"

5/16"

Zinc-1

250

0.375"

5/16"

Zinc-1

250

Recess

Coating2

Box Qty

Medium/Heavy Gauge Metal Applications (Frame Fastener)


Thread
Length

Description

Drilling Capacity
Min

Max

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT)1

S-MD 10-16 x 3/4 HWH#3 Collated

1/2"

0.110"

0.175"

3/8"

0.375"

5/16"

Zinc-1

250

S-MD 12-24 x 7/8 HWH#4 Collated

1/2"

0.175"

0.312"

3/8"

0.375"

5/16"

Zinc-1

250

1 Refer to Figure in Section 3.6.1.5.


2 For coating abbreviations, Zinc-1 = ASTM F 1941. For more information on corrosion resistance, reference Section 3.6.1.6.

PPH

HWH

#5 Point

Stitch

HWH
Kwik-Seal

HWH
with bonded
washer

PFH
with wings

PWH

Single Self-Drilling Screws


Sidelap (unsupported metal sheets)

Description

Thread
Length

Drilling Capacity
Min

Max

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT)1

Recess

Coating2

Box Qty

S-MD 12-14x1 HHWH Stitch

3/4"

0.028"

0.120"

3/8"

0.375"

5/16"

Zinc-1

3000

S-MD 10-16x7/8 HHWH Pilot Point

3/8"

0.028"

0.120"

3/16"

0.188"

5/16"

Zinc-1

6000

S-MD 1/4-14x7/8 HWH Stitch Kwik-Seal

1/2"

0.028"

0.140"

5/16"

0.313"

5/16"

Kwik-Cote

2500

1 Refer to Figure in Section 3.6.1.5.


2 For coating abbreviations, Zinc-1 = ASTM F 1941; Kwik Cote = Proprietary Coating, Section 3.6.2.2 For more information on corrosion resistance, reference
Section 3.6.1.6.

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Light Gauge Applications: Steel to Steel

Description

Thread
Length

Drilling Capacity
Min

Max

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT)1

Recess

Coating2

Box Qty

S-MD 8-18x1/2 HWH #2

1/4"

0.035"

0.100"

1/8"

0.125"

1/4"

Zinc-1

1000

S-MD 8-18x3/4 HWH #2

1/2"

0.035"

0.100"

3/8"

0.375"

Zinc-1

1000

Zinc-1

1000

Zinc-1

8500

S-MD 8-18x1/2 PPH #2

1/4"

0.035"

0.100"

1/8"

0.125"

1/4"
PHL #2

S-MD 10-16x1/2 HWH #2

5/16"

0.035"

0.110"

3/16"

0.188"

5/16"

S-MD 10-16x3/4 HWH #2


S-MD 10-16x1 HWH #2

1/2"

0.035"

0.110"

5/16"

0.313"

5/16"

Zinc-1

6500

3/4"

0.035"

0.110"

1/2"

0.500"

5/16"

Zinc-1

5000

Coating2

Box Qty

1 Refer to Figure in Section 3.6.1.5.


2 For coating abbreviations, Zinc-1 = ASTM F 1941. For more information on corrosion resistance, reference Section 3.6.1.6.

Light / Medium Gauge Metal Applications

Description
S-MD 10-16x5/8 HWH #3
S-MD 10-16x3/4 HWH #3

Thread
Length

Drilling Capacity
Min

Max

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT)1

Recess

5/16"

0.110"

0.175"

3/16"

0.187"

5/16"

Zinc-1

7500

1/2"

0.110"

0.175"

3/8"

0.375"

5/16"

Zinc-1

6500

1/2"

0.110"

0.175"

3/8"

0.375"

5/16"

Zinc-1

6500

0.110"

0.175"

5/8"

0.625"

5/16"

Zinc-1

5000

S-MD 10-16x1 1/4 HWH #3

3/4"
1"

0.110"

0.175"

7/8"

0.875"

5/16"

Zinc-1

4000

S-MD 10-16x1 1/2 HWH #3

1-1/4"

0.110"

0.175"

1-1/8"

1.125"

Zinc-1

4000

S-MD 10-16x5/8 PPH #3

5/16"

0.110"

0.175"

5/16"

0.313"

5/16"
PHL #2

Zinc-1

7500

S-MD 10-16x3/4 PPH #3

1/2"

0.110"

0.175"

3/8"

0.375"

PHL #2

Zinc-1

6500

S-MD 12-14x3/4 HWH #3


S-MD 12-14x1 HWH #3

1/2"

0.110"

0.210"

5/16"

0.313"

5/16"

Zinc-1

5000

S-MD 10-16x3/4 HHWH #3


S-MD 10-16x1 HWH #3

3/4"

0.110"

0.210"

9/16"

0.562"

5/16"

Zinc-1

3000

1-1/4"

0.110"

0.210"

1-1/16"

1.062"

5/16"

Zinc-1

2500

0.110"

0.210"

1-9/16"

1.562"

5/16"

Zinc-1

2000

0.110"

0.220"

5/16"

0.313"

3/8"

Zinc-1

4000

S-MD 12-14x1 1/2 HWH #3


S-MD 12-14x2 HWH #3

1-5/8"

S-MD 1/4-14x3/4 HWH #3

1/2"
3/4"

0.110"

0.220"

9/16"

0.562"

3/8"

Zinc-1

3000

S-MD 1/4-14x1 1/2 HWH #3

1-1/4"

0.110"

0.220"

1-1/16"

1.062"

3/8"

Zinc-1

2000

S-MD 1/4-14x2 HWH #3

1-5/8"

0.110"

0.220"

1-9/16"

1.562"

3/8"

Zinc-1

1000

1/4"

0.110"

0.210"

1/8"

0.125"

5/16"

Kwik-Cote

3000

5/8"
1"

0.110"

0.210"

3/8"

0.375"

5/16"

Kwik-Cote

2500

S-MD 12-14x1 1/4 HWH #3 Kwik-Seal

0.110"

0.210"

5/8"

0.625"

5/16"

Kwik-Cote

2000

S-MD 12-14x1 1/2 HWH #3 Kwik-Seal


S-MD 12-14x2 HWH #3 Kwik-Seal

1-1/4"

0.110"

0.210"

7/8"

0.875"

5/16"

Kwik-Cote

2000

1-1/2"

0.110"

0.210"

1-3/8"

1.375"

5/16"

Kwik-Cote

1500

5/8"
1"

0.110"

0.220"

3/8"

0.375"

3/8"

Kwik-Cote

2000

0.110"

0.220"

7/8"

0.875"

3/8"

Kwik-Cote

1500

S-MD 1/4-14x1 HWH #3

S-MD 12-14x3/4 HWH #3 Kwik-Seal


S-MD 12-14x1 HWH #3 Kwik-Seal

S-MD 1/4-14x1 HWH #3 Kwik-Seal


S-MD 1/4-14x1 1/2 HWH #3 Kwik-Seal

1 Refer to Figure in Section 3.6.1.5.


2 For coating abbreviations, Zinc-1 = ASTM F 1941, Kwik-Cote = Proprietary Coating, Section 3.6.2.2. For more information on corrosion resistance, reference
Section 3.6.1.6.

Warning: Because of the potential for delayed hydrogen assisted stress corrosion cracking, many hardened steel fasteners
are not recommended for use with dissimilar metals or chemically treated wood when moisture may be present or in corrosive
environments. For further information, contact Hilti Technical Support at 1-877-749-6337.

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3.6.2 Self-Drilling Screws


Single Self-Drilling Screws Heavy Gauge Metal Applications

Description

Thread
Length

Drilling Capacity
Min

Max

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT)1

Recess

Coating2

Box Qty

S-MD 12-24x7/8 HWH #4

1/2"

0.175"

0.250"

3/8"

0.375"

5/16"

Zinc-1

4500

S-MD 12-24x1 1/4 HWH #4

3/4"

0.175"

0.250"

5/8"

0.625"

5/16"

Zinc-1

3500

S-MD 12-24x1 1/4 HWH #5

1/2"

0.250"

0.500"

7/16"

0.437"

5/16"

Zinc-1

4000

S-MD 12-24x1 1/4 HWH #5 Kwik-Cote


S-MD 12-24x2 HWH #5 Kwik-Cote

1/2"

0.250"

0.500"

5/16"

0.313"

5/16"

KwikCote

4000

1-1/4"

0.250"

0.500"

1-3/16"

1.187"

5/16"

KwikCote

2000

S-MD 12-24x3 HWH #5 Kwik-Cote

2-1/4"

0.250"

0.500"

2-3/16"

2.187"

5/16"

KwikCote

1000

1/2"

0.250"

0.500"

5/16"

0.313

5/16

KwikCote

2500

S-MD 12-24x1 1/4 HWH #5 Kwik-Cote


Bond Washer

1 Refer to Figure in Section 3.6.1.5.


2 For coating abbreviations, Zinc-1 = ASTM F 1941; Kwik Cote = Proprietary Coating, Section 3.6.2.2. For more information on corrosion resistance, reference
Section 3.6.1.6.

Single Self-Drilling Screws Heavy Gauge Metal Applications

Description

Thread
Length

Drilling Capacity
Min

Max

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT)1

Recess

Coating2

Box Qty

Wood Drill Screws


Decking Screws (Plywood to Framing)
S-WD 8-18x1 5/16 PFH #3

1/2"

0.050"

0.140"

1/2"

0.500"

PHL #2

BP

6000

S-WD 8-18x1 15/16 PFH #3


S-WD 10-24x1 PWH #3

5/8"

0.050"

0.140"

3/4"

0.750"

PHL #2

BP

4000

3/4"
1"

0.050"

0.175"

5/8"

0.625"

PHL #2

Zinc-1

6000

0.050"

0.175"

7/8"

0.875"

PHL #2

Zinc-1

5000

1-1/4"

0.050"

0.175"

1-1/8"

1.125"

PHL #2

Zinc-1

3500

S-WD 10-24x1 1/4 PWH #3


S-WD 10-24x1 1/2PWH #3
Winged Reamer Wood Drill Screws

1"

0.050"

0.175"

3/4"

0.750"

PHL #2

Zinc-1

4000

0.050"

0.232"

1-1/4"

1.250"

PHL #2

Zinc-1

2000

S-WW 12-24x2 1/2 PFH #4 wings

1-3/8"
2"

0.050"

0.232"

1.750"

PHL #2

Zinc-1

1500

S-WW 14-20x2 3/4 PFH #4 wings

2-1/4"

0.050"

0.250"

1-3/4"
2"

2.000"

PHL #2

Zinc-1

1000

S-WW 10-24x1 7/16 PWH #3 wings


S-WW 12-24x2 PFH #4 wings

1 Refer to Figure in Section 3.6.1.5.


2 For coating abbreviations, Zinc-1 = ASTM F 1941; BP = Black Phosphate. For more information on corrosion resistance, reference Section 3.6.1.6.

Warning: Because of the potential for delayed hydrogen assisted stress corrosion cracking, many hardened steel fasteners
are not recommended for use with dissimilar metals or chemically treated wood when moisture may be present or in corrosive
environments. For further information, contact Hilti Technical Support at 1-877-749-6337.

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Self-Drilling Screws 3.6.2


Drywall Applications (Drywall to steel, framing and lathing screws)
Description

Box Qty

Application

10,000
10,000
10,000

Fastening Drywall, plywood, insulation,


etc. to metal studs from 14 ga to 20 ga

6 x 1-1/8 PBH SD

BP
Zinc-2
BP

6 x 1-1/8 PBH SD Zinc

Zinc-2

10,000

BP

8,000

Zinc-2

8,000

BP

5,000

Zinc-2

5,000

BP

4,000

Zinc-2

4,000

BP

2,500

Zinc-2

2,500

BP

1,600

7 x 7/16 PPFH SD Framer

Zinc-2
BP
Zinc-2
BP

1,600
1,400
1,400
10,000

Fastening stud to track

7 x 7/16 PPFH SD Framer Zinc

Zinc-2

10,000

from 14 ga to 20 ga

8 x 1/2 PPH SD Framer Zinc

Zinc-2

10,000

10 x 5/8 PPCH SD Framer

Zinc-1

7,500

10 x 3/4 PFTH SD Framer Zinc

Zinc-1

7,500

10 x 3/4 PTH SD Framer Zinc

Zinc-2

5,000

8 x 1/2 PTH SD Lathing Zinc

Zinc-2

10,000

8 x 3/4 PTH SD Lathing Zinc


8 x 1 PTH SD Lathing Zinc

Zinc-2
Zinc-2
Zinc-2

10,000
8,000
8,000

6 x 1 PBH SD
6 x 1 PBH SD Zinc

6 x 1-1/4 PBH SD
6 x 1-1/4 PBH SD Zinc
6 x 1-5/8 PBH SD
6 x 1-5/8 PBH SD Zinc
6 x 1-7/8 PBH SD
6 x 1-7/8 PBH SD Zinc
8 x 2-3/8 PBH SD
8 x 2-3/8 PBH SD Zinc
8 x 2-5/8 PBH SD
8 x 2-5/8 PBH SD Zinc
8 x 3 PBH SD
8 x 3 PBH SD Zinc

8 x 1-1/4 PTH SD Lathing Zinc


6 x 1-5/8 SFH SD
6 x 2-1/4 SFH SD Zinc

Coating1

Fastening wire lath to 14 ga to 20 ga

BP

5,000

Fastening wood trim and base to

Zinc-2

3,000

14 ga to 20 ga studs

1 For coating abbreviations, Zinc-1 = ASTM F 1941; Zinc-2 = EN /ISO 4042 A3F; BP = Black Phosphate. For more information on corrosion resistance, reference
Section 3.6.1.6.

The importance of IBC 2006 / 2009 compliant screws.


ICC-ES ESR-2196 provides IBC 2006 / 2009 recognition of Hiltis Self-Drilling Screw Fasteners. This recognition was
based on a comprehensive and rigorous independent evaluation of Hiltis Self-Drilling Screw Fasteners to the latest IBC code
requirements in ICC-ES AC118 Acceptance Criteria for Self-Tapping Screw Fasteners, as well as the AISI S904 and AISI
S905 test standards.
AC118 provides the IBC code recognition and quality assurance for screw fasteners. ESR-2196 recognizes many types of
Hilti screws for the most common applications including CFS connections, gypsum to CFS, etc. Specifically, ESR-2196
covers the HWH, PPH, PBH, PWH, PPCH, PFUCH and PFTH head style Hilti screws.
To ensure IBC 2006 / 2009 compliance of screws on your next project, reference ESR-2196.

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3.6.3 HVAC Screws


3.6.3.1

Product Description

3.6.3.2

Material Specifications

3.6.3.3

Technical Data

3.6.3.4

Installation Instructions

3.6.3.5

Ordering Information

S-MS HWH HVAC Zip Screws


(#8 and #10)

3.6.3.1 Product Description


have the advantages of self-piercing
screws, the sharp HVAC Zip Screws
are engineered to handle heavier gauge
steel, fastening sheet steel from 16 to 28
gauge with their innovative HyperThread
technology. HVAC Zip Screws can draw
the steel sheets together, pierce cleanly
with almost no metal filings and feature
high profile heads for secure driving.

For decades, the conventional screws


utilized for HVAC duct fabrication and
installation have gone unchanged. Many
contractors prefer sharp point screws for
their off angle fastening but the screws
are limited to lighter gauge steel. Selfdrilling screws cover heavier gauge steel
but are prone to walking. This can
lead to lost productivity, especially when
working in spaces with limited access.

Hilti also supplies high quality sharp


point and self-drilling screws for HVAC
applications.

Hilti has blended the best of both


fasteners with the new S-MS HVAC Zip
Screws. Although they function like and

3.6.3.2 Material Specifications


Fastener

Fastener Material

Fastener Plating

S-MS HWH HVAC Zip Screws (#8 Screw)

Carbon Steel

3 to 8 m Zinc

S-MS HWH HVAC Zip Screws (#10 Screw)

Carbon Steel

5 m Zinc1

HWH Sharp HVAC Screws (#8 and #10)

Carbon Steel

Zinc3

HWH Self-Drilling HVAC Screws (#8, #10 and #12)

Carbon Steel

5 m Zinc2

1 EN/ISO 4042 A/3/E.


2 ASTM F 1941.

HWH HVAC Sharp Point Screws


(#8 and #10)

3 Minimum 24 hours no red rust when tested in accordance with ASTM B 117.

3.6.3.3 Technical Data


Ultimate Tensile Strengths - Pull-Out (Tension), lb (kN)1,2,3,4,5,6
Screw
Designation

110
(0.49)
130
(0.58)

26
(0.018)
150
(0.67)
160
(0.71)
150
(0.67)
160
(0.71)

24
(0.024)
200
(0.89)
230
(1.02)
200
(0.89)
230
(1.02)

S-MD 8-18 HWH3

S-MD 10-16 HWH3,7

S-MD 12-14 HWH3,7

S-MS 8-18x1/2 HWH


S-MS 10-12x3/4 HWH
#8 HWH Sharp

S-MD HWH HVAC


(#8, #10 and #12)

Approvals/Listings
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ESR-2196 (S-MD HWH Self-Drilling
Screws)
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25678 (S-MD HWH Self-Drilling
Screws)

Thickness of member not in contact with the screw head, ga (in.)

#10 HWH Sharp

28
(0.015)
110
(0.49)

22
(0.030)
260
(1.16)
305
(1.36)
260
(1.16)
305
(1.36)
190
(0.85)

20
(0.036)
330
(1.47)
350
(1.56)

18
(0.048)

16
(0.060)

450
(2.49)

300
(1.33)
350
(1.56)
395
(1.76)

375
(1.67)
435
(1.93)
495
(2.20)

350
(1.56)
225
(1.00)
260
(1.16)
295
(1.31)

1 The lower of the ultimate pull-out, pullover, and tension fastener strength of screw should be used
for determination of allowable or factored resistance loads per footnote 4.
2 Unless otherwise noted, load values based upon testing completed in accordance with AISI S905.
3 Load values based upon calculations done in accordance with Section E4 of the AISI North American
Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members (NASPEC) 2007 edition. ANSI
ASME standard screw head diameters were used in the calculations and are listed in the tables.
4 AISI recommends a safety factor of 3.0 be applied for allowable strength design (ASD), a factor of 0.5
be applied for LRFD design or a factor of 0.4 be applied for LSD design.
5 The load data in the table is based upon sheet steel with Fu = 45 ksi. For Fu = 55 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.22. For Fu 65 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.44.
6 Refer to Section 3.6.3.5 Ordering Information to ensure optimal drilling capacities.
7 Load data for thicker steel connections available. Please reference Section 3.6.2.

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Ultimate Tensile Strengths - Pull-Over (Tension), lb (kN)1,2,3,4,5,6
Screw
Designation

Washer or Head
Diameter
In.

S-MS 8-18x1/2 HWH3

0.335

S-MS 10-12x3/4 HWH3

0.399

#8 HWH Sharp

0.335

#10 HWH Sharp

0.399

S-MD 8-18 HWH

Thickness of member in contact with the screw head, ga (in.)


28
26
24
22
20
18
16
(0.015)
335
(1.49)

335
(1.49)
400
(1.78)

(0.018)
405
(1.80)
480
(2.14)
405
(1.80)
480
(2.14)

(0.024)
540
(2.40)
645
(2.87)
540
(2.40)
645
(2.87)

0.335

S-MD 10-16 HWH7

0.399

S-MD 12-14 HWH7

0.415

(0.030)
675
(3.00)
805
(3.58)
675
(3.00)
805
(3.58)
675
(3.00)
805
(3.58)
835
(3.71)

(0.036)
815
(3.63)
970
(4.31)

(0.048)

(0.060)

1290
(5.74)

1000
(4.45)
1290
(5.74)
1340
(5.96)

1000
(4.45)
1370
(6.09)
1680
(7.47)

970
(4.31)
815
(3.63)
970
(4.31)
1010
(4.49)

1. The lower of the ultimate pull-out, pullover, and tension fastener strength of screw should be used for determination of allowable or
factored resistance loads per footnote 4.
2. Unless noted otherwise, load values based upon calculations done in accordance with Section E4 of the AISI North American
Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members (NASPEC) 2007 edition. ANSI/ASME standard screw head
diameters were used in the calculations and are listed in the tables.
3. Load values based upon testing completed in accordance with AISI S905.
4. AISI recommends a safety factor of 3.0 be applied for allowable strength design (ASD), a factor of 0.5 be applied for LRFD design
and a factor of 0.4 be applied for LSD design.
5. The load data in the table is based upon sheet steel with Fu = 45 ksi. For Fu = 55 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.22. For Fu 65 ksi
steel, multiply values by 1.44.
6. Refer to Section 3.6.3.5 Ordering Information to ensure optimal drilling capacities.
7. Load data for thicker steel connections available. Please reference Section 3.6.2.

Nominal Ultimate Fastener Strength of Screw, lb (kN)1,2,3,4


Screw
Designation

Nominal
Diameter
In.

S-MS 8-18x1/2 HWH


S-MS 10-12x3/4 HWH
#8 HWH Sharp
#10 HWH Sharp
S-MD 8-18 HWH
S-MD 10-16 HWH
S-MD 12-14 HWH

0.164
0.190
0.164
0.190
0.164
0.190
0.216

Nominal Fastener Strength


Tension Pts
lb
1915
1915
1610
1915
1000
1370
2325

(kN)1
(8.52)
(8.52)
(7.16)
(8.52)
(4.45)
(6.09)
(10.34)

Shear Pss
lb
1570
1905
860
1905
1170
1215
1880

(kN)2,3
(6.98)
(8.47)
(3.83)
(8.47)
(5.20)
(5.40)
(8.36)

1 The lower of the ultimate pull-out, pullover, and tension fastener strength of
screw should be used for determination of allowable or factored resistance
loads per footnote 3.
2 The lower of the ultimate shear fastener strength and shear bearing should be
used for determination of allowable or factored resistance loads per footnote 3.
3 The NASPEC recommends a safety factor of 3.0 be applied for allowable
strength design (ASD), a factor of 0.5 be applied for LRFD design or a
factor of 0.4 be applied for LSD design.
4 When the distance to the end of the connected part is parallel to the line of the
applied force, the allowable shear fastener strength must be reduced for end
distance, when necessary, in accordance with E4.3.2 of Appendix A of the
2007 NASPEC.

Torsional Strength
Screw Only. Does Not
Consider Base Material
Limitations
Min. Torsional
Strength
in-lb (Nm)
S-MS 8-18
57
(6.4)
S-MS 10-12
92 (10.4)
#8 HWH Sharp
42
(4.8)
#10 HWH Sharp
61
(6.9)
S-MD 8-18
42
(4.8)
S-MD 10-16
61
(6.9)
S-MD 12-14
92 (10.4)
Screw
Designation

Warning: Because of the potential for delayed hydrogen assisted stress corrosion cracking, many hardened steel fasteners
are not recommended for use with dissimilar metals or chemically treated wood when moisture may be present or in corrosive
environments. For further information, contact Hilti Technical Support at 1-877-749-6337.
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Ultimate Shear Strengths - Bearing (Shear), lb (kN)1,2,3,4,5
Thickness of
member in
Screw
contact with
Designation
screw head
GA (In.)
28
(0.015)
26
(0.018)
24
(0.024)
S-MS 8-18x1/2 HWH
22
(0.030)
20
(0.036)
26
(0.018)
24
(0.024)
(0.030)
S-MS 10-12x3/4 HWH 22
20
(0.036)
18
(0.048)
28
(0.015)
26
(0.018)
#8 HWH Sharp
24
(0.024)
22
(0.030)
28
(0.015)
26
(0.018)
24
(0.024)
#10 HWH Sharp
22
(0.030)
20
(0.036)
22
(0.030)
20
(0.036)
S-MD 8-18 HWH
18
(0.048)
16
(0.060)
22
(0.030)
20
(0.036)
S-MD 10-16 HWH6
18
(0.048)
16 (0.060)
22
(0.030)
20
(0.036)
S-MD 12-14 HWH6
18
(0.048)
16 (0.060)

Thickness of member not in contact with the screw head, GA (in.)


28
(0.015)
220 (0.98)
240 (1.07)
245 (1.09)
245 (1.09)
320 (1.42)

115 (0.51)
115 (0.51)
115 (0.51)
115 (0.51)
115 (0.51)
115 (0.51)
115 (0.51)
115 (0.51)
115 (0.51)

26
(0.018)
260 (1.16)
270 (1.20)
270 (1.20)
345 (1.53)
345 (1.53)
230 (1.02)
230 (1.02)
330 (1.47)
365 (1.62)
365 (1.62)
115 (0.51)
275 (1.22)
275 (1.22)
275 (1.22)
115 (0.51)
275 (1.22)
275 (1.22)
275 (1.22)
275 (1.22)

24
(0.024)
315 (1.40)
340 (1.51)
445 (1.98)
445 (1.98)
555 (2.47)
375 (1.67)
410 (1.82)
500 (2.22)
500 (2.22)
570 (2.54)
115 (0.51)
275 (1.22)
425 (1.89)
425 (1.89)
115 (0.51)
275 (1.22)
440 (1.96)
440 (1.96)
440 (1.96)

22
(0.030)
320 (1.42)
340 (1.51)
475 (2.11)
555 (2.47)
710 (3.16)
455 (2.02)
570 (2.54)
685 (3.05)
685 (3.05)
725 (3.22)
115 (0.51)
275 (1.22)
425 (1.89)
610 (2.71)
115 (0.51)
275 (1.22)
440 (1.96)
715 (3.18)
715 (3.18)
400 (1.78)
400 (1.78)
400 (1.78)
400 (1.78)

20
18
16
(0.036)
(0.048)
(0.060)
320 (1.42)

340 (1.51)

475 (2.11)

555 (2.47)

860 (3.83)

520 (2.31) 520 (2.31)

660 (2.94) 760 (3.38)

765 (3.40) 925 (4.11)

895 (3.98) 1120 (4.98)

895 (3.98) 1330 (5.92)

115 (0.51)

275 (1.22)

440 (1.96)

715 (3.18)

895 (3.98)

525 (2.34) 600 (2.67) 600 (2.67)


525 (2.34) 715 (3.18) 715 (3.18)
525 (2.34) 805 (3.58) 955 (4.25)
525 (2.34) 805 (3.58) 1120 (4.98)
565 (2.51) 695 (3.09) 695 (3.09)
565 (2.51) 830 (3.69) 830 (3.69)
565 (2.51) 865 (3.85) 1110 (4.94)
565 (2.51) 865 (3.85) 1210 (5.38)
600 (2.67) 785 (3.49) 785 (3.49)
600 (2.67) 930 (4.14) 945 (4.20)
600 (2.67) 925 (4.11) 1260 (5.60)
600 (2.67) 925 (4.11) 1290 (5.74)

1. The lower of the ultimate shear bearing and shear fastener strength of screw should be used for determination of allowable or factored resistance loads per footnote 3.
2. Load values based upon calculations done in accordance with Section E4 of the AISI North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel
Structural Members (NASPEC) 2007 edition.
3. The NASPEC recommends a safety factor of 3.0 be applied for allowable strength design (ASD), a factor of 0.5 be applied for LRFD design or a factor of 0.4
be applied for LSD design.
4. ANSI/ASME standard screw head diameters were used in the calculations and are listed in the tables.
5. The load data in the table is based upon sheet steel with Fu = 45 ksi. For Fu = 55 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.22. For Fu 65 ksi steel, multiply values by 1.44.
6. Refer to Section 3.6.3.5 Ordering Information to ensure optimal drilling capacities.

3.6.3.4 Installation Instructions


For general discussion of Hilti screw fastener installation, reference Section 3.6.1.7.

Warning: Because of the potential for delayed hydrogen assisted stress corrosion cracking, many hardened steel fasteners
are not recommended for use with dissimilar metals or chemically treated wood when moisture may be present or in corrosive
environments. For further information, contact Hilti Technical Support at 1-877-749-6337.
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HVAC Screws 3.6.3


3.6.3.5 Ordering Information
S-MS HWH HVAC Zip Screws
Description1
S-MS 8-18 x 1/2" HWH HVAC Zip Screw (small)
S-MS 8-18 x 1/2" HWH HVAC Zip Screw (bulk)
S-MS 10-12 x 3/4" HWH HVAC Zip Screw (small)
S-MS 10-12 x 3/4" HWH HVAC Zip Screw (bulk)

Gauge Range2

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT), in.

Qty

20-28
20-28
18-26
18-26

0.072
0.072
0.100
0.100

1,000
10,000
1,000
4,500

Gauge Range2

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT), in.

Qty

20-28
20-28
20-28
20-28
20-28
20-28
20-28
20-28
20-28
20-28

0.072
0.072
0.072
0.072
0.072
0.072
0.072
0.072
0.072
0.072

20,000
15,000
13,000
10,000
5,000
4,000
9,000
9,000
6,000
3,000

Gauge Range2

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT), in.

Qty

16-22
14-20
14-20
14-20
14-20
14-20
14-20

0.125
0.175
0.175
0.175
0.175
0.175
0.175

1,000
7,500
6,500
6,500
5,000
4,000
4,000

Gauge Range2

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT), in.

Qty

12-20
12-20
12-20
12-20
12-20

0.210
0.210
0.210
0.210
0.210

3,000
2,500
2,000
2,000
1,500

Gauge Range2

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT), in.

Qty

14-20

0.175

TBD

HWH/SHWH HVAC Sharp Point Screws


Description1
#6 X 3/8" HWH Sheet Metal Screw
#7 X 1/2" SHWH Sheet Metal Screw
#8 X 1/2" SHWH Sheet Metal Screw
#8 X 3/4" SHWH Sheet Metal Screw
#8 X 1 1/2" SHWH Sheet Metal Screw
#8 X 2" SHWH Sheet Metal Screw
#10 X 3/4" HWH Sheet Metal Screw
#10 X 3/4" SHWH 1/4" Drive Sheet Metal Screw
#10 X 1" SHWH Sheet Metal Screw
#10 X 2" SHWH Sheet Metal Screw

S-MD HWH HVAC Self-Drilling Screws


Description1
Self-Drilling Screw S-MD 8-18x1/2 HWH2
Self-Drilling Screw S-MD 10-16X5/8 HWH 3
Self-Drilling Screw S-MD 10-16X3/4 HHWH3
Self-Drilling Screw S-MD 10-16X3/4 HWH3
Self-Drilling Screw S-MD 10-16X1 HWH 3
Self-Drilling Screw S-MD 10-16X1 1/4 HWH
Self-Drilling Screw S-MD 10-16X1 1/2 HWH

S-MD HWH HVAC Self-Drilling Screws with Kwik-Seal Washers


Description1
Self-Drilling Screw 12-14X3/4 HWH 3 KS
Self-Drilling Screw 12-14 X 1 HWH 3 KS
Self-Drilling Screw 12-14X1 1/4 HWH 3 KS
Self-Drilling Screw 12-14X1 1/2 HWH 3 KS
Self-Drilling Screw 12-14X2 HWH 3 KS

HWH Self-Drilling Screws in AISI 410 Stainless Steel


Description1
Self-Drilling Screw 10-16 x 3/4" HWH 410 SS
1. Other sizes available. Please contact Hilti Customer Service for details.
2. Gauge range is for 2 layers of the same gauge. For multiple layers of different gauges, use maximum total thickness and load tables to
determine appropriate fastener.

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3.6.4 Kwik-Flex Self-Drilling Screws


3.6.4.1

Product Description

3.6.4.1 Product Description

3.6.4.2

Material Specifications

3.6.4.3

Technical Data

3.6.4.4

Installation Instructions

3.6.4.5

Ordering Information

Hilti Kwik-Flex fasteners combine the


in-place economy of self-drilling screws
with the strength and performance of
bolted connections. The precisionmilled point and lead threads of a KwikFlex fastener are selectively hardened
for dependable self-drilling and tapping.
The balance of the fastener retains
the ductility. This results in superior
resistance to embrittlement that can be
caused by stress, dissimilar metals
and moisture.

Product Features
Virtually immune to embrittlement
failure
Self-drilling for convenience, labor
savings
Kwik-Cote finish provides up to
three times the corrosion resistance of cadmium or zinc plating
Complies with the Buy America Act
Suitable for:

Aluminum to steel
Fire retardant plywood
Corrosive environments

Hex Washer Head:


uses standard tools,
efficient drive system,
resists pullover

Tapping Threads eliminate


nuts to simplify installation
Precision-milled drill point
speeds installation

Kwik-Flex Head:
Marking simplifies
inspection

Listings/Approvals
ICC-ES (International Code Council)
ER-4780
COLA (City of Los Angeles)
RR 25095

Shank has Grade 5 bolt ductility and strength


(SAE J429 and ASTM A 449) without
embrittlement; Rc 28-34 hardness

Hardened to
Rockwell C52
min. for drilling
and tapping

Flutes remove
metal chips
for easy drilling

3.6.4.2 Material Specifications


Mechanical Properties

Yield Strength, Fy
ksi (MPa)
92

(634)

Yield Strength, Fu
ksi (MPa)
120

(828)

Note: These fasteners address


delayed failure due to hydrogen
assisted stress corrosion cracking.
They are not any more resistant
to other corrosion effects than
standard Hilti Kwik-Cote screws.

3.6.4.3 Technical Data


Kwik-Flex Screw Allowable Pull-Out Values (Tension)1,2,3
Screw
Sizd

Drill
Point
Type

10-16
12-14
1/4-14
1/4-20

3
3
3
4

Pullout (lb)
Steel Gauge or Thickness (in.)
18 GA
158
158
159

16 GA
200
210
212
206

14 GA
254
284
274
260

12 GA
638
460
480
500

1/8
677
620
740
765

3/16

1159
1015
1045

1/4

1215

5/16

1275

3/8

1/2

Aluminum
Thickness (in.)
1/8
1/4
3/8
306

210
914

240
969

230
700
1473

1 Steel members shall conform to ASTM A 36. Aluminum members shall be 6063-T5 aluminum alloy.
2 Based on using a safety factor of 3.0.
3 Refer to Section 3.6.4.5 for maximum drilling capacities.

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Kwik-Flex Self-Drilling Screws 3.6.4


Kwik-Flex Screw Allowable Shear Values 1,2,3
Shear (lb)
Screw
Sizd
10-16
12-14
1/4-14
1/4-20

Drill
Point
Type
3
3
3
4

Steel Gauge or Thickness


Fastened Material Base Material

Aluminum Thickness (in.)

1/8"-1/4"

18-14
GA

16-16
GA

14-14
GA

1/8"-3/16"

3/16"-1/4"

1/4"-12
GA

1/8"-1/8"

1/8"-1/4"

545
526
558
540

693
847
925
835

585
662
672
633

727
967
980

635
670

715

660

587
335
405
395

475
590
570

1 Steel members shall conform to ASTM A 36. Aluminum members shall be 6063-T5 aluminum alloy.
2 Based on using a safety factor of 3.0.
3 Refer to Section 3.6.4.5 for maximum drilling capacities.

3.6.4.4 Installation Instructions


For general discussion of Hilti Screw Fastener installation, reference Section 3.6.1.7. For specific Kwik-Flex spacing
and edge distance recommendations, reference the following table.
Kwik-Flex Screw Specification Table
Fastener
Size/Diameter
No. 10
No. 12
1/4 Inch

Fastened
Material
Steel
Aluminum
Steel
Aluminum
Steel
Aluminum

Minimum
Spacing (in.)

Minimum Edge
Distance (in.)

5/8
15/32
11/16
9/16
3/4
5/8

9/32
3/8
3/8
7/16
3/8
1/2

3.6.4.5 Ordering Information


Maximum Drilling
Capacity

Maximum Total
Thcikness (MT)

Recess

Box Qty

Countersinking Head
S-WD 10-24 x 1 1/4" PWH3 KF
S-WD 12-14 x 1" PFHUC3 KF
S-WD 12-14 x 1 1/2" PFHUC3 KF1
S-WD 14-20 x 3" PFHUC4 KF1
S-WD 14-20 x 4" PFHUC4 KF1

0.175"
0.210"
0.210"
0.312"
0.312"

0.750"
0.500"
1.000"
2.500"
3.500"

PH2 TEK
PH2 TEK
PH2 TEK
PH3
PH3

5,000
4,000
2,500
500
500

#10 Diameter
S-MD 10-16 x 3/4" PPH3 KF1
S-MD 10-16 x 3/4" HWH3 KF

0.175"
0.175"

0.500"
0.500"

PH2 TEK
5/16"

6,000
6,000

#12 Diameter HWH


S-MD 12-14 x 7/8" HWH3 KF
S-MD 12-14 x 1" HWH3 KF
S-MD 12-14 x 1 1/2" HWH3 KF
S-MD 12-14 x 1 1/2" HWH4 KF1
S-MD 12-14 x 2" HWH3 KF
S-MD 12-14 x 3" HWH3 KF1
S-MD 12-24 x 1 3/4" HWH5 KF1

0.210"
0.210"
0.210"
0.312"
0.210"
0.210"
0.500"

0.470"
0.500"
1.000"
0.875"
1.500"
2.500"
0.800"

5/16"
5/16"
5/16"
5/16"
5/16"
5/16"
5/16"

5,000
4,000
2,500
2,500
2,000
1,000
2,500

1/4 Diameter HWH


S-MD 1/4-14 x 1" HWH3 KF
S-MD 1/4-14 x 1 1/2" HWH3 KF
S-MD 1/4-14 x 2" HWH3 KF
S-MD 1/4-20 x 1 1/8" HWH4 KF1
S-MD 1/4-20 x 1 1/2" HWH4 KF
S-MD 1/4-20 x 1 3/4" HWH5 KF1
S-MD 1/4-20 x 2" HWH4 KF
S-MD 1/4-20 x 2 1/2" HWH4 KF
S-MD 1/4-20 x 3 3/8" HWH4 KF1
S-MD 1/4-20 x 4" HWH4 KF1

0.220"
0.220"
0.220"
0.312"
0.312"
0.500"
0.312"
0.312"
0.312"
0.312"

0.450"
0.950"
1.450"
0.500"
0.830"
0.800"
1.330"
1.830"
2.700"
3.500"

3/8"
3/8"
3/8"
3/8"
3/8"
3/8"
3/8"
3/8"
3/8"
3/8"

3,000
2,000
1,500
2,500
2,000
1,000
1,500
1,000
500
500

5/16 Diameter HWH


S-MD 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" HWH3 KF1
S-MD 5/16-24 x 1-1/2" HWH4 KF1
S-MD 5/16-24 x 2" HWH4 KF1

0.220"
0.312"
0.312"

0.850"
0.850"
1.350"

3/8"
3/8"
3/8"

1,000
1,000
1,000

Description1

1 Available only through special order.


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3.6.5 Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex Self-Drilling Screws


3.6.5.1

Product Description

3.6.5.2

Material Specifications

3.6.5.3

Technical Data

3.6.5.4

Installation Instructions

3.6.5.5

Ordering Information

3.6.5.1 Product Description


Owners, architects and design engineers expect longer life cycles from
buildings. Extended warranties and use
of more sustainable materials add up to
greater expectations for performance
from structural integrity to the purely
aesthetic of all building components.
The Solution: Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex

Silvercolored
Kwik-Cote
coating
over entire
fastener

Self-drilling
point

300 series
stainless
steel head
& shank
Fused and
hardened
carbon steel
tapping
threads and
drill point

Self-Drilling Fasteners
Made of 302/304 series (18/8) stainless
steel alloy to provide unmatched
corrosion resistance in your toughest
applications
Fused and hardened carbon steel drill
point and lead threads quickly drill
and tap structural steel and aluminum
up 1/2" thick
Coated with silver-colored Kwik-Cote,
a galvanic barrier to help protect aluminum components from accelerated
corrosion when in contact with 300
series stainless steel
300 series stainless alloy is virtually
immune to delayed embrittlement failures seen with hardened 400 series
stainless self-drilling fasteners
300 series stainless alloy is virtually
immune to Hydrogen-Assisted StressCorrosion Cracking (HASCC). Hardened
410 stainless steel, 410 super-passivated stainless steel and 400 modified stainless steel self-drilling screws
are generally considered susceptible
to HASCC. Conventional hardened
carbon steel screws with coatings that
do not have Kwik-Flex technology (differential hardness) are also generally
considered susceptible to HASCC.

Minimize Corrosion in Your


Applications
Exposed fastening/coastal/aggressive
environments
Curtain wall/window wall systems/
rain screen systems
Windows/doors/awnings/storefronts
Panel systems to steel or aluminum
framing
Aluminum enclosures
ACQ-treated wood (especially for applications with unknown or uncontrolled moisture conditions)
Brick veneer anchoring
Product Features
Bi-metal technology 300 (18-8)
stainless steel head and shank
provides outstanding corrosion
resistance and long service life
Fused and hardened carbon steel
drill point quickly drills and taps into
steel or aluminum up to 1/2" thick
Silver-colored Kwik-Cote coating
provides greater galvanic compatibility in dissimilar metal applications
involving aluminum
High strength, ductility and reliability
Virtually immune to delayed embrittlement or to Hydrogen-Assisted
Stress-Corrosion Cracking (HASCC)
Wide variety of sizes and head styles
High in-place value over the life of
structures, components and systems

3.6.5.2 Material Specifications


Fastener
Designation
Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex

Fastener
Material1
Stainless Steel

Self-Drilling
Point Material
Carbon Steel

Fastener
Plating
Kwik-Cote

1 Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex Fasteners with HWH style are AISI 304 stainless steel, while the PFH and PFHUC
style fasteners are AISI 302 stainless steel. All head styles can be custom ordered in AISI 316
stainless steel with sufficient lead time and quantities.

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Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex Self-Drilling Screws 3.6.5


3.6.5.3 Technical Data
Selection Guide
Description

Size

Length (L)

S-MD 10-16 x 3/4" HWH #2 BM Kwik-Flex


S-MD 12-14 x 1" HWH #3 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 12-14 x 1-1/2" HWH #3 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 12-14 x 2-1/2" HWH #3 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 12-24 x 2" HWH #5 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 14-20 x 1" HWH #3 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 14-20 x 1-1/2" HWH #3 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 14-20 x 2" HWH #3 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 14-20 x 2-1/2" HWH #3 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 14-20 x 3" HWH #3 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 14-20 x 4" HWH #3 BM Kwik-Flex
S-MD 14-20 x 2" HWH #5 BM Kwik-Flex

10-16

3/4"
1"
1-1/2"
2-1/2"
2"
1"
1-1/2"
2"
2-1/2"
3"
4"
2"

Drive
Recess

Drill
Point Size

Maximum Drilling
Capacity (DC)

Maximum Total
Thickness1 (MT)

0.110"

0.210"

0.500"

0.312"

0.500"

0.320"
0.500"
1.00"
2.00"
1.100"
0.500"
1.00"
1.500"
2.00"
2.50"
3.50"
1.100"

#2
phillips

0.140"

0.800"

#3
phillips

0.500"

Hex Washer Head

12-14
12-24

1/4-20

5/16"
hex

3/8"
hex

Flat Head Reamers w/wings


S-WW 10-16 x 1-1/2" PFH #2 BM Kwik-Flex

10-16

1-1/2"

S-WW 12-24 x 2-13/16" PFH #5 BM Kwik-Flex

12-24

2-13/16"

S-WW 14-20 x 2-13/16" PFH #5 BM Kwik-Flex

1/4-20

2-13/16"

1.710"
1.710"

Flat Head Undercut


S-WD 12-14 x 1" PFHUC #3 BM Kwik-Flex

1"

0.500"

12-14
S-WD 12-14 x 1-1/2" PFHUC #3 BM Kwik-Flex

0.140"
1-1/2"

1.00"
#3
phillips

S-WD 1/4 - 20 x 3" PFHUC #2 BM Kwik-Flex

3"

2.500"

1/4-20
S-WD 1/4 - 20 x4" PFHUC #2 BM Kwik-Flex

0.210"
4"

3.500"

1 Maximum total thickness (MT) describes the maximum thickness of all attachments plus the base material thickness and is the load-bearing length of 300
series stainless under the hex head or including the flat head. Hardened carbon steel length (lead threads and point) should be completely through the base
material and not in the load bearing section of the connection.

Ultimate Tensile Strengths - Pullout (Tension)1,3

Ultimate Fastener Strength of Screw1,2,3

Pull-Out (lb)
Steel HRB = 60-75
Fu = 50 66 ksi

Aluminum 6063-T5
22 ksi

Size

Tensile
(lb)

Shear
(lb)

Drill
Screw Point
Size
Type

Drill
Cap
(in.)

10-16

1847

1282

18 ga.

16 ga.

14 ga.

12 ga.

1/8"

3/16"

1/4"

1/8"

1/4"

12-14

2628

1950

10-16
10-16
12-14
12-14
12-24
1/4-20
1/4-20

0.150
0.187
0.187
0.210
0.500
0.312
0.500

455

528
417

677
616
750
679

680

793
684
892
802

780

1394
1242
1536
1371

1442

1906
1605
2602
2028

2623

1527
2514
2499
2110
3684

2781
4069
2622

994
961
1132
974
538
1037

1995
2786
1724

12-24

2734

2284

1/4-20

4124

2860

2
3
2
3
5
3
5

1 All performance data shown is based on tests performed under laboratory conditions at independent construction testing facilities. The appropriate safety factor
should be applied and code requirements factored into specification and use of these fasteners. A safety factor of 4:1 or 25% of the ultimate average values is
shown is generally accepted as an appropriate allowable load. Final determination of the appropriate safety factor and use of these fasteners is the sole responsibility of the person designing the connection. For additional product information and technical assistance, please contact Hilti directly at 1-877-749-6337.
2 Values are for 300 series stainless fastener threaded shank.
3 The lower of the ultimate pull-out and tensile fastener strength of screw should be used for design. Pullover or shear bearing capacity of the material being
fastened must be independently evaluated.

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3.6.5 Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex Self-Drilling Screws


3.6.5.4 Installation Instructions
Identification
The head marking consists of the
number 3 as shown below.

For general discussion of Hilti Screw


Fastener installation, reference Section
3.6.1.7.
Installation recommendation - Since
the Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex fasteners are
300 series (18-8) stainless steel and
considered non-magnetic, conventional
magnetic setters will not retain them.
Hilti offers Red Ring Setters to provide
fast, reliable and consistent driving of
the Bi-Metal Kwik-Flex fasteners.

flat head

hex washer head

3.6.5.5 Ordering Information


Description

Maximum Drilling
Capacity

Maximum Total
Thickness (MT)

Drive Recess

Box Qty

0.800"

PH2 TEK

3,500

1.710"

PH3

1,500

0.500"
Countersinking Head
0.140"
0.140"

1.710"

PH3

1,000

0.500"
1.000"

PH3
PH3

4,000
2,500

S-WD 1/4-20 x 3" PFHUC #2 BM KF

0.210"

2.500"

PH3

500

S-WD 1/4-20 x 4" PFHUC #2 BM KF

0.210"
#10 Diameter HWH
0.110"
#12 Diameter HWH
0.210"

3.500"

PH3

500

0.320"

5/16"

5,000

0.500"

5/16"

4,000

S-MD 12-14 x 1 1/2" HWH #3 BM KF

0.210"

1.000"

5/16"

2,500

S-MD 12-14 x 2 1/2" HWH #3 BM KF


S-MD 12-24 x 2" HWH #5 BM KF

0.210"

2.000"

5/16"

1,000

0.500"

1.100"

5/16"

2,000

1/4 Diameter HWH


0.312"

0.500"

3/8"

2,500

S-MD 1/4-20 x 1 1/2" HWH #3 BM KF

0.312"

1.000"

3/8"

1,000

S-MD 1/4-20 x 2" HWH #3 BM KF

0.312"

1.500"

3/8"

1,000

S-WW 10-16 x 1 1/2" PFH # #3 BM KF

Countersinking Head - Winged Reamers


0.140"

S-WW 12-24 x 2 13/16" PFH #5 BM KF

0.500"

S-WW 14-20 x 2 13/16" PFH #5 BM KF


S-WD 12-14 x 1" PFHUC #2 BM KF
S-WD 12-14 x 1 1/2" PFHUC #2 BM KF

S-MD 10-16 x 3/4" HWH #2 BM KF


S-MD 12-14 x 1" HWH #3 BM KF

S-MD 1/4-20 x 1" HWH #3 BM KF

S-MD 1/4-20 x 2" HWH #5 BM KF

0.500"

1.100"

3/8"

1,500

S-MD 1/4-20 x 2 1/2" HWH #3 BM KF

0.312"

2.000"

3/8"

1,000

S-MD 1/4-20 x 3" HWH #3 BM KF


S-MD 14-20 x 4" HWH #3 BMKF

0.312"

2.500"

3/8"

500

0.312"

3.500"

3/8"

500

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Reference

4.1 Approvals & Listings


4.1.1 ICC-ES
(International
Code Council)
Evaluation Reports

4.1.2 COLA
(City of Los Angeles)
Approvals

Report No.

Report No. Title

Title

ESR-1663

Hilti Low-Velocity Power-Driven Fasteners

ESR-1752

Low-Velocity Power-Driven Fasteners

ESR-2184

Hilti Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated Ceiling


Clip Assemblies

ESR-2196

Hilti Self-Drilling Screws

ESR-2197

Steel Deck and Concrete Filled Diaphragms


Attached with Hilti Fasteners

ESR-2199

Steel Deck Diaphragms

ESR-2269

Hilti Low-Velocity X-U and X-U 15 Universal


Power-Driven Fasteners

ESR-2347

Hilti Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated Driven


Threaded Studs for Attachment to Steel

ESR-2379

Exterior or Perimeter Sill and Interior Plate


Anchorages

ESR-2776

Steel Deck Diaphragms attached with


Hilti Powder-Actuated Fasteners and Hilti SLC
Sidelap Connectors

ESR-2795

Hilti Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated X-HS


Threaded Rod Hanger Assemblies

ESR-2892

Hilti X-CW Ceiling Wire Assemblies

ER-4780

Hilti Kwik-Flex Self-Drilling Screws

25296 Hilti Fasteners and Self-Drilling Screws for Steel



Diaphragm Attachment
25646 Hilti Low-Velocity Power Driven Fasteners
25651 Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated Ceiling

Clip Assemblies
25662 Low-Velocity Power-Driven Track Fasteners
25675 Low-Velocity X-U and X-U 15 Universal Powder-

Driven Fasteners
25678 Hilti Self-Drilling Screws
25684 Low-Velocity Powder-Actuated Driven Threaded

Studs for Attachment to Steel
25708 Exterior or Perimeter Sill and Interior Plate

Anchorages
25826 Hilti X-HS Threaded Rod Hanger Assembly
25839 Hilti X-CW Ceiling Wire Assemblies
25877 Hilti X-EDNK22 THQ12, X-EDN19 THQ12 or X-ENP-

19 L15 Power-Driven Fasteners and Hilti S-SLC01

MHWH and S-SLC02 MHWH Sidelap Connectors
25095 Hilti Kwik-Flex Self-Drilling Screws

4.1.3 UL/cUL
(Underwriters
Laboratories) Listings

4.1.4 FMRC
(Factory Mutual)
Approvals

File No. Title

File No.

Application / Product

EX2258


Pipe Hangers
Powder Actuated Fasteners
EW10-30-15P10, W10-30-32P10 and
W10-30-42P10

3036326


Examination of Expanded Approvals of Selected


Hilti Steel Deck Fasteners, Powder-Activated
Steel Deck Fasteners and Steel Deck Sidelap
Fasteners

R13203

Roof Deck Construction Nos 58, 87, 156,


and 157 Powder Actuated and Pneumatic
Driven Fasteners

E217969

Power Driven Hangers


Hilti X-HSW6, X-HSW10 and X-RH

3021719


Steel Deck Roof Construction (Class 1-90)


Powder-Actuated Steel Deck Fasteners
X-ENP-19 L15, ENPH2-21 L15,
X-EDN19 THQ12, X-EDNK22 THQ12

E201485

Wire Positioning Devices


Hilti X-ECH/FR-L, X-ECH/FR-M, X-ECH/FR-S

E257069

X-BT W10 and X-BT M10 with sealing washer


for use as grounding stud

3011115



Steel Deck Roof Construction (Class 1-90)


Extended Spans for Selected Hilti Steel Deck
Fasteners and Hilti S-MD 12-14x1 Stitch and
S-MD 10-16x7/8 Pilot Fasteners for Securing
Steel Deck Side Laps

3026695

Pipe Hanger Components


X-EW6H, X-EW10H

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Reference Standards 4.2


4.2.1 ICC-ES Acceptance
Criteria

C33

Specification for Concrete Aggregates

C36

Standard Specification for Gypsum Wallboard

Standard

Title

C90

Specification for Load-Bearing Concrete


Masonry Units

AC10

Acceptance Criteria for Quality Documentation

C150

Standard Specification for Portland Cement

AC43

Acceptance Criteria for Steel Deck Roof and


Floor Systems

C270

Standard Specification for Mortar for


Unit Masonry

AC70

Acceptance Criteria for Fasteners Power-Driven


into Concrete, Steel and Masonry Elements

C330

Specification for Lightweight Aggregates


for Structural Concrete

AC118

Acceptance Criteria for Tapping Screw


Fasteners

C332

Specification for Lightweight Aggregates


for Insulating Concrete

AC230

Acceptance Criteria for Power-Driven Pins for


Shear Wall Assemblies with Cold-Formed Steel
Framing and Wood Structural Panels

C476

Specification for Grout for Masonry

AC368

Acceptance Criteria for Suspended Ceiling


Systems

C635


Standard Specification for the Manufacture,


Performance and Testing of Metal Suspension
Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panel
Ceilings

C636

Standard Practice for Installation of Metal


Ceiling Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile
and Lay-in Panels

C954


Standard Specification for Steel Drill Screws for


the Application of Gypsum Panel Products or
Metal Plaster Bases to Steel Studs From 0.033
in. (0.84 mm) to 0.112 in. (2.84 mm) in Thickness

C1002


Standard Specification for Steel Self-Piercing


Tapping Screws for the Application of Gypsum
Panel Products or Metal Plaster Bases to Wood
Studs or Steel Studs

C1396

Standard Specification for Gypsum Board

4.2.2 ASTM Standards


Standard

Title

A36

Specification for Structural Steel

A153

Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and


Steel Hardware

A449


Standard Specification for Hex Cap Screws,


Bolts and Studs, Steel, Heat Treated,
120/105/90 ksi Minimum Tensile
Strength, General Use

A493

Specification for Stainless and Heat-resisting


Steel for Cold Heading and Cold Forging Bar
and Wire

C1513

Standard Specification for Steel Tapping


Screws for Cold-Formed Steel Framing
Connections

A510

Specification for General Requirements for Wire


Rods and Coarse Round Wire, Carbon Steel

D1761

Standard Test Methods, for Mechanical


Fasteners in Wood

A572

Standard Specification for High-Strength Low-


Alloy Columbium-Vanadium Structural Steel

A641

Standard Specification for Zinc-Coated


(Galvanized) Carbon Steel Wire

E380

Standard Practice for Use of the International


System of Units, SI (The Modernized
Metric System)

A653

Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-


Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated
(Galvanealed) by the Hot-Dip Process

E455

Standard Specification for Pressure Vessel


Plates, Carbon Steel, High-Strength Manganese

E1190

Test Methods for Strength of Powder-Actuated


Fasteners Installed in Structural Members

A992

Standard Specification for Steel for Structural


Shapes For Use in Building Framing

F594

Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Nuts

A1008



Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-


Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-
Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved
Formability, Solution Hardened and Bake
Hardenable.

F844

Standard Specification for Washers, Steel,


Plain (Flat), Unhardened for General Use

F1941

Standard Specification for Electrodeposited


Coatings on Threaded Fasteners
(Unified Screw Threads, UN/UNR)

B117

Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray


(Fog) Apparatus

G15

Standard Terminology Relating to Corrosion


and Corrosion Testing

B633

Electrodeposited Coatings of Zinc on Iron


and Steel

G85

Standard Practice for Modified Salt Spray


(Fog) Testing

B695

Coatings of Zinc Mechanically Deposited on


Iron and Steel

G87

Standard Practice for Conducting Moist


SO2 Tests

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4.2 Reference Standards


4.2.3 AISI Standards

4.2.7 Federal Specifications

Standard

Title

Standard

Title

S904

Standard Test Methods for Determining the


Tensile and Shear Strength of Screws

US-DOC

PS-1-95 Construction and Industrial Plywood

S905

Test Methods for Mechanically Fastened Cold-


Formed Steel Connections

US DOC

PS-2-92 or Performance Standard for Wood-


Based Structural-Use Panels

S907

Test Standard for Cantilever Test Method for


Cold-Formed Steel Diaphragms

4.2.4 ANSI Standards

4.2.8 ISO Standards


Standard

Title

ISO 3768

Metallic Coatings - Neutral Salt Spray Tests

Standard

Title

EN/ISO 4042

Fasteners - Electroplated Coatings

A10.3

Powder-Actuated Fastening Systems


Safety Requirements

B18.12

Glossary of Terms for Mechanical Fasteners

ISO 6988

Metallic and Other Non-Organic Coatings Sulfur Dioxide Test with General
Condensation of Moisture

4.2.5 SAE Standards

4.2.9 DIN Standards


Standard

Title

Steel Self-Drilling Tapping Screws

DIN 50021

Spray Tests with Different Sodium


Chloride Solutions

SAE J405

Chemical Compositions of SAE Wrought


Stainless Steels

DIN 50018/2.0 Sulfur Dioxide Corrosion Testing in a



Saturated Atmosphere

SAE J429

Mechanical and Material Requirements for


Externally Threaded Fasteners

Standard

Title

SAE J78

4.2.6 UL/FM Standards


Standard

Title

UL 203

Pipe Hanger Equipment for Fire Protection


Service

UL 467

Grounding and Bonding Equipment

UL 580

Tests for Uplift Resistance of Roof Assemblies

UL 2239

Hardware for the Support of Conduit Tubing


and Cable

UL 1565

Positioning Devices

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Reference

Technical References 4.3


4.3.1 Metric Conversions
and Equivalents
Table 1 : Diameters

The Metric Conversion Act of 1975, as amended by the


Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988, establishes
the SI (System International) metric system as the preferred
system of measurement in the United States.
Many products are currently manufactured and supplied in
SI or hard metric sizes such as anchor bolts of 10 mm, 12
mm, 26 mm, etc. diameter. Where the inch-pound system is
given or used, soft metric conversion can sometimes be
used (but specifically not when selecting a drill bit for installing
mechanical anchors, where it is critical to only use the
specified Imperial or Metric diameter bit). The soft conversion
diameters for anchor bolts is given by Table 1. Standard
metric conversion factors commonly used for fastening
products are given in Tables 2 & 3.
Table 2 :Imperial Units to SI Units
Into

Length
inch (in.)
foot (ft)

millimeter (mm)
meter (m)

Area
square inch (in2)
square inch (in2)
square foot (ft2)

square millimeter (mm2)


square centimeter (cm2)
square meter (m2)

Volume
cubic inch (in3)
cubic foot (ft3)
gallon (USgal)

cubic centimeter (cm3)


cubic meter (m3)
liter (L)

Force
pound force (lbf)
pound force (lbf)

newton (N)
kilonewton (kN)

4.4482
0.0044

Multiply By

0.0069

pound/square inch (psi)

newton/square millimeter
(N/mm2)
mega pascal (MPa)

KIP/square inch (ksi)

mega pascal (MPa)

pounds/square foot (psf)

newton/square meter
(N/m2)

6
8
10
12
16
20
25
32

Into

Length
millimeter (mm)
meter (m)

inch (in.)
foot (ft)

645.1600
6.4516
0.0929

Area
square millimeter (mm2)
square centimeter (cm2)
square meter (m2)

square inch (in2)


square inch (in2)
square foot (ft2)

0.0016
0.1550
10.7639

16.3871
0.0283
3.7854

Volume
cubic centimeter (cm3)
cubic meter (m3)
liter (L)

cubic inch (in3)


cubic foot (ft3)
gallon (USgal)

0.0610
35.3147
0.2642

Force
newton (N)
kilonewton (kN)

pound force (lbf)


pound force (lbf)

0.2248
224.8089

pound/square inch (psi)

145.0400

0.0069

newton/square
millimeter (N/mm2)
mega pascal (MPa)

pound/square inch (psi)

145.0400

6.8946

mega pascal (MPa)

KIP/square inch (ksi)

0.1450

newton/square meter
(N/m2)

pounds/square foot (psf)

0.0209

foot pound (ft-lb)


inch pound (in-lb)

0.7376
8.8496

pounds/lineal foot (plf)

0.0685

25.4000
0.3048

Multiply By

0.0394
3.2808

Pressure

47.8801

newton meter (Nm)


newton meter (Nm)

1.3558
0.1130

newton/meter (N/m)

14.5939

Torque or Bending Moment


newton meter (Nm)
newton meter (Nm)
Diaphragm Shear Shear

Diaphragm Shear
pounds/foot (plf)

6.35
7.94
9.52
12.70
15.88
19.05
25.40
31.75

Use for Soft Metric


mm

To Convert

Pressure

Torque or Bending Moment


foot pound (ft-lb)
inch pound (in-lb)

1/4
5/16
3/8
1/2
5/8
3/4
1
1-1/4

Hard Metric
Conversion
mm

Table 3 :SI Units to Imperial Units

To Convert

pound/square inch (psi)

Inch-Pound System
In.

newton/meter (N/m)

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4.3 Technical References


4.3.2 Fastener Thread Data
Basic Dimensions for UNC Coarse Thread SeriesANSI B1.1-1982
Nominal Size
1/4
3/8

Basic Diameter
Major
Minor
in. (D)
in.
0.2500
0.1959
0.3750
0.3073

Threads
per
Inch (n)
20
16

Nominal
in2
0.0491
0.1104

Area*
Minor
in2
0.0269
0.0678

Tensile Stress
in2
0.0318
0.0775

* Minor Area = 0.7854 (D 1.3/n)2


Tensile Stress Area = 0.7854 (D 0.9743/n)2

Basic
Profile for
UN, UNR
& Metric M
Screw
Threads

Basic Dimensions for M Profile Metric Thread Series ANSI B1.13M-1979


Nominal Size
M8
M10

Basic Diameter
Major
Minor
mm (D)
mm
8
6.62
10
8.34

Thread
Pitch
mm (P)
1.25
1.50

Area*
Nominal
Tensile Stress
mm2
mm2
50.3
36.6
78.5
58.0

* Tensile Stress Area = 0.7854 (D - 0.9382 P) 2

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Terms & Conditions


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TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE
Payment Terms

Net 30 days from date of invoice. Customer


agrees to pay all costs incurred by Hilti in
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Freight

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Delivery dates are estimates only. Additional
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Ineligible Return

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items are not eligible for return or credit.
Dated materials are only returnable in case
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In no event shall any product be returnable or
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Convert check to ETF

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Authorization

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Freight

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Additional charges may apply for expedited
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Hilti Technical Services

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