Check the nailing surface is level step 2.
How to install h clips on roof sheathing.
A low slope roof below 2 12 pitch at the same span is an exception however and an h clip is specified.
Keep nails 3 8 inches.
Cover sheathing with.
Ventilate the roof according to current building codes step 3.
These nails go through the base plate of the clip.
And scroll down to see more details on each with installation hints and tips below.
This process starts with nailing them into the parallel beam.
One or two h clips will often allow a longer span between roof trusses rafters.
Properly fasten panels including fastening and spacing hints step 4.
For 16 inch centered framing place the clip at the approximate middle point between each perpendicular framing member.
Nail the panels to the rafters with 8d common nails spaced 6 inches apart on the ends and 12 inches apart in the middle.
Provide a 1 8 inch gap between the panels in each row.
For 24 inch centered framing position two clips equally spaced between rafters or joists approximately 8 inches apart.
H clips are also necessary for other wood panel thickness and span combinations.
The h shaped fins slide over the plywood until the middle connecting section is against the plywood s edge.