Description
Drift Head-of-Wall (DHW) 800DHW-68, 7-7/8 in / 68 (14)
ClarkDietrich Drift Head-of-wall clips are used in deflection conditions for in-fill curtain wall assemblies and/or interior nonload-bearing partitions to provide for both vertical (deflection) and.
This product is intended for:
- The Drift Head-of-wall clips can be attached to the underside of structural members, concrete decks or floor assemblies.
- Structural attachments are positioned in the center of the slot with a bushing to allow building drift.
- The DHW clip can be installed on the hard or soft side of the stud.
Works with:
- Steel studs in the wall below.
- Self-drilling metal screws to fasten.
Choose yours
- Pick the cliplength and thicknessmils (gauge) you need. Every size is listed in the Documents section and on the ClarkDietrich page. Ask us if you want help matching one to your job.
Install
- : Attach to primary structure using 1/4 in fasteners and Drift bushings.
- Proprietary Deflection Screws are used to attach the clip to the cold-formed steel framing.
- Screws shall be driven through the slotted holes and positioned to allow for the appropriate building deflection.
- The DHW clip can be installed the hard or soft side of the side.
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Documents
Submittal / spec sheet | Safety data sheet | Code report | CAD and BIM
All documents (12)
Submittals, codes and design data
- Drift Head-Of-Wall (DHW) Allowable Load Tables
- IAPMO ER-729
- Clip Express Product Catalog
- AISI S100-16 (2020) w/S2-20
- Product identification guide: how to read ClarkDietrich part numbers, sizes and thickness color codes
Safety and sustainability
- SDS For ASTM A1003 Steel Framing Products
- Health Product Declaration, A1003 steel: what the steel is made of and any health concerns, for green-building submittals
- LEED summary letter, steel: how these steel products count toward LEED credits
- Environmental Product Declaration, cold-formed steel: the carbon and environmental footprint of the steel, used in green-building submittals
- Living Building Challenge requirements, steel: what the steel discloses for Living Building Challenge projects
- Build America, Buy America letter, steel: statement of domestic content for publicly funded jobs
CAD and BIM
- CAD and BIM files (PDF, DWG, DXF): drawings for each size are on the official ClarkDietrich page; DWG needs CAD software
Official page: clarkdietrich.com. A PDF opens in your browser. DWG files need CAD software.
Special order item. Request a quote and our team will confirm price, availability and quantities for your job.
Product Specifications
Application | Head-of-Wall Deflection Systems, interior framing |
Length | 7-7/8 in |
Product Type | Head-of-Wall Deflection System |
Thickness | design thickness 0.0713 in |



