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Are You Using Trex or TimberTech Decking?
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For pre-grooved Trex decking, you should use the Trex Hideaway fastener.
For Trex square (non-grooved) decking, you should use the TC-3 (see above). With Trex square decking, you also have the option to use the Hideaway fastener, but you will need to groove your board with a slot cutter
-- (details). We can help you with estimating
Trex fasteners.
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For pre-grooved TimberTech decking, you should use the TimberTech CONCEALoc fastener.
For TimberTech square (non-grooved) decking, you can still use the CONCEALoc, but you will need to pre-groove
your boards with a slot cutter (details). We can help you with
estimating CONCEALoc fasteners.
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For other pre-grooved decking, you should use the TC-G.
Product Compatibility
The TC-3 is for non-grooved decking only. For grooved decking, use the
TC-G.
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Boardwalk
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Green Tree (2x4 hollow)
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Ameridek
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ChoiceDek
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LakeShore
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Trex
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Elements
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Latitude
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UltraDeck
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EverGrain
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Monarch
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Veka
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EverX
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Nexwood
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Veranda
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Fiberon
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Portico
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Weather Best
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GeoDeck
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ProCell
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WeatherShield
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Moisture Sheild
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Medium Density Mahogany
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PVC Decking
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Cambara
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Meranti
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Medium Density Mahogany (Some Less Dense Varities)
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Please consult your composite manufacturer or ask us first if you plan to use any other composite or synthetic material not listed above in your decking project.
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Correct Deck
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TimberTech 2"x6" hollow plank
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Oasis
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Ironwoods (Use TC-4)
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Pressure Treated
(Use TC-2)
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Supreme Decking
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Pre-Grooved Trex
(Use Hideaway)
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Pre-Grooved TimberTech (Use CONCEALoc)
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Pre-Grooved Decking
(Use TC-G)
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Cellular PVC Decking
(Use ProClip)
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Tiger Claw TC-3 Installation Video
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| Series | TC-3 |
| Package Quantity | 90 |
| Appearance | Semi gloss black finish, rectangular body with horizontally oblong shaped hole along lower bend. Two sets of large opposing prongs on top. 3/16” spacing flanges on inner prongs. |
| Dimensions | .50” h x 2.00” w x 1.00” d |
| Material | .060 304 ¼ roll hardened stainless steel (Semi-magnetic); Yield strength 64.5 kpsi; Tensile strength 145.7 kpsi |
| Finish | Black oxide with sealer topcoat |
| Workability | All work can be done quickly from above using basic tools (hammer, screw gun, 1/8” drill bit, sledge hammer) |
| Recommended Screw Used | Quality Stainless steel # 8 x 2” bugle head decking screw included in each box and project pail. |
| Coverage | A 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 |
| Gapping | TC-3S will automatically create a gap between each decking board slightly greater than 3/16”. With the use of spacers or shims, TC-3S can support gapping up to 5/16”. |
| Expansion & Contraction | Fasteners are designed to allow decking to expand and contract naturally by sliding on the fastener prongs and still maintain hold down strength. From the point of installation, the TC-3S Fastener can handle expansion up to 1/8” and contraction up to 3/16 |
Installation Note
Medium density hardwood decking, (ie; Mahoganies like Meranti and Cambara) are types of material that are more susceptible to movement depending on the climate
in which it is used. Altitude, moisture content, humidity, and temperature are some factors to consider when selecting the proper gap for these types of decking
material. Consult with your lumber provider to determine how the material will react to climate changes in your particular area and application. The TC-3 fastener
is designed to better hand movement in these types of materials.
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.
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