Product Compatibility
Recommended for use in 1" or thicker decking. If using pre-grooved decking be sure that the groove is the correct dimension and location on the board so that
it is compatible with the TC-G fastener. (see groove specs below) A router or biscuit joiner can be used to create grooves in solid edge decking.
TC-G is ideal for composites and hardwoods, 1" to 2" in harsh or coastal environments. Non-grooved (square) composites will require that a groove be
created. Use slot cutter above.
If you are using ¾" Ironwood decking, you should use the Tiger Claw TC-120.
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Atlantic White Cedar
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Boardwalk
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Brazilian redwood
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Cambara
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Cedar
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ChoiceDek
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Eastern Spruce
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Eastern White Cedar
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Elements
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Elk
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Endure
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EverGrain
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EverX
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Fiberon
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Ipe
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Iron Wood
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Latitude
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Mangaris
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Medium Density Mahogany
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Meranti
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Moisture shield
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Monarch
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Nexwood
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Port Orford Cedar
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Portico
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PurpleHeart
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Rhino Deck
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Symmatrix
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Teak
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WeatherReady (Gossen)
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Trex
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UltraDeck solid
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Veranda
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Weather Best
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WeatherShield
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Western Red Cedar
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Western Redwood
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Yellow Cedar
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Tuf-Deck
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Pressure Treated Pine
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Decking material prone to high shrinkage
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Hollow Composite Decking
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Decking boards less than 7/8" thick
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Tiger Claw TC-G Installation Video
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| Series | TC-G |
| Package Quantity | 90 |
| Appearance | Semi gloss black finish, rectangular body with a screw hole in the bend of the bottom flange. Two large off set opposing tabs on top, one tab with small points and the other with a rolled edge, one spacer tab on side of fastener body. |
| Dimensions | .512” h x 1.075” w x 085” d |
| Material | .060 304-2B annealed stainless steel (Non-magnetic); Yield strength 45.5 kpsi; Tensile strength 101.7 kpsi |
| Finish | Black oxide with sealer topcoat |
| Workability | All work can be done quickly and easily from above using basic tools (screw gun) |
| Recommended Screw Used | Quality Stainless steel # 7 x 1 5/8” #1 finished head decking screw. Screws included in each bag. |
| 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-G will automatically create a 3/16” space between each board. |
| Expansion/Contraction | Fasteners are designed to allow decking to expand and contract naturally by sliding on the fastener tab and still maintain hold down strength. TC-G is designed to maintain consistent spacing as deck boards expand and contract. From the point of installati |
| Recommended Materials | Use with decking no less than 7/8” in thickness. (not recommended with decking prone to high shrinkage like Pressure Treated Pine.) |
Slot/Groove Specifications
Below are the required slot/groove dimensions for the Tiger Claw TC-G. If your decking is not pre-grooved, you can groove the decking using the dimensions listed
here with a hand held router. For accurate results, we recommend that you use a hand held router with the TC-G slot cutter listed above.
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Fiberon Phantom Replacement
The Tiger Claw TC-G is an exact replacement for all versions of the Fiberon Phantom deck clip.
We 100% guarantee this.
Product Notes
Tiger Claw’s new TC-G stainless steel hidden deck fasteners provide a cheaper, more efficient alternative to conventional plastic biscuits. The TC-G, when used
with grooved boards, greatly reduces installation time when compared to using conventional nails and screws. The result is a nail and screw-free deck, easily installed
with stainless steel. The Tiger Claw family of Hidden Deck Fasteners effectively reduces splitting, splintering, mushrooming and rotting caused by nail and screw
penetrations. And with Tiger Claw TC-G stainless steel fasteners, you don’t have to settle for plastic anymore.
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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