Small Wall Panel Clip: Ultra-Low Profile Fastening for Vertical Cladding
Material: Stainless Steel 201/304/316
Thickness: 0.5mm
Dimensions: 35mm × 30mm
Color: Silver (Natural SS) / Black (Polymer Coating)
Gap: Hidden Installation (0mm visible hardware)
Piercing Method: Flat Contact (Splinter-Free)
Installation: Stepping Mounting
Applicable Panel Groove Height: 3mm–5mm
Core Engineering
Stealth Fastening:
Fully concealed within panel grooves
Zero surface protrusions for seamless aesthetics
Flat Contact Technology:
Non-piercing surface distributes pressure evenly
Eliminates micro-cracks in brittle composites
Flex-Tension Design:
0.5mm spring steel absorbs thermal movement (±2mm/m)
Angled grip wings (10°) prevent panel slippage
Technical Performance
| Metric | Value | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Shear Resistance | 220 lbs/ft | ASTM D1761 |
| Corrosion Resistance | 1,000hrs salt spray | ASTM B117 |
| UV Stability | ΔE<1.0 after 3,000hrs | ISO 4892-3 |
| Installation Speed | 6 sec/clip | Field verified |
Installation Protocol
Substrate Prep: Secure clips to studs/furring strips at 300mm OC
Stepping Mount:
Insert panel groove onto clip
Hammer-tap base until flush (≤3 strikes)
Concealment:
Adjacent panel covers clip completely
Zero-tool alignment
Applications
SS201: Dry interiors (e.g., feature walls)
SS304: High-humidity zones (bathrooms, kitchens)
SS316: Coastal exteriors/cladding
Black Coated: Architectural consistency
Compatible Substrates:
✓ WPC panels ✓ PVC cladding ✓ Bamboo veneer ✓ HPL boards
Certifications: EN 14566 (mechanical fasteners), LEED MRc5 compliant
Warranty: 15-year guarantee against deformation/discoloration