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Tiger Claw Hidden Deck Fasteners - Hidden Deck Fasteners for all Lumber Types

Tiger Claw TC-2S for Softwood

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Product Qty Price
Tiger Claw TC-2S for Softwood - Box of 90 - With Screws and Installation Block Tool
Status: Backordered - Expected to Ship 7/29
$59.95
Tiger Claw TC-2S for Softwood - Bucket of 900 - With Screws and 4 Installation Block Tools
Status: In Stock 
$539.95

Product Compatibility

Recommended for use in softwood decking measuring 1” or thicker lumber. Softwood decking will inherently experience shrinkage. When using decking material prone to high shrinkage, decking should be installed tightly together allowing shrinkage to provide gap over time. Shrinkage of decking board width must be limited to a maximum of 1/4". Ask your lumber provider for information on expected expansion and/or contraction of material for your particular climate.

Tiger Claw TC-2S works in the follwing deck lumber varieties:

  • Atlantic White Cedar
  • Cedar
  • Coast Fir
  • Douglas Fir
  • Eastern Spruce
  • Eastern White Cedar
  • Pressure Treated Lumber
  • Southern Yellow Pine
  • Western Red Cedar
  • Western Redwood
  • Yellow Cedar

Consult your lumber professional before using the Tiger Claw TC-2S in the following uncommon wood:

  • Cypress (soft)

Tiger Claw TC-2S should not be used with:

 

Tiger Claw TC-2S Installation Video

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Product Specifications and Details


SpecificationValue
SeriesTC-2
Package Quantity90
AppearanceSemi gloss black finish, rectangular body with circle top V shaped hole in center. Two sets of large opposing prongs on top, one set of small prongs extending from bottom of body.
Dimensions.663” h x 1.67” w x 1.25” d
Material.060 304-2B annealed stainless steel (Non-magnetic) ; Yield strength 45.5 kpsi ; Tensile strength 101.7 kpsi
FinishBlack oxide with sealer topcoat
WorkabilityAll work can be done quickly from above using basic tools (hammer, screw gun, sledge hammer…)
Recommended Screw UsedQuality Stainless steel # 8 x 2” bugle head decking screw. Included in each box and project pail.
CoverageA fastener is needed at every intersection of a joist and decking board. When using 5.5” decking with 16” on center joists: Square footage x 1.75 = # Fasteners
GappingBoards should be installed tight together and allowed to “shrink gap” over time.
Expansion & ContractionFasteners are designed to allow wood decking to expand and contract naturally by sliding on the fastener prongs and still maintain hold down strength. From the original point of installation TC-2S can handle up the ¼ inch of contraction.

 

What is the Difference Between the TC-1S and the TC-2S?

The Tiger Claw TC-1S and Tiger Claw TC-2S are both designed for softwood decking. From a design perspective, they are identical fasteners.

The difference between the two is the material they are made from. The TC-1S is made from heavy gauge steel (magnetic) with a Magni 599© black sealer topcoat. The TC-2S is made from annealed stainless steel with a black oxide sealer topcoast. Because of the TC-2S is made from stainless steel it is guaranteed to never rust, while the TC-1S is not.

Product Requirements

When using Tiger Claw fasteners please review and comply with these requirements to obtain proper installation. Failure to follow these requirements may result in deck failure and/or void of warranty.

Inspect decking material prior to installation. Omit any planks that contain hooks, twists, splits, cracks, or other defects. Always install decking with the crown upward.