Fastensol UC-GS Universal Clamp Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents

Fastensol-UC-GS-Universal-Clamp-product-image

GS Rail System with Click-in Technology

GS Universal Clamp

Article No.: UC-GS

Product Properties:

Application Properties:

Package:

The fastensol Universal Clamp is designed to fit all sizes of panels ranging from 30-46mm thick. Here are some tips for successful use of the clamp:

Ensure that the panel is in place before clipping the clamp into the rail, as once clipped, there will be no lateral movement.
To secure the clamp, press it firmly into the rail adjacent to the panel and raise it one side at a time to clip it in the top of the rail.
If there is a small gap between the clip and the panel, use a light tool like an Allen key to tap the clip across. Avoid moving it by hand. If the clip is too far to tap, use long nose pliers to unclip it gently.
When fastening the clamp, use a multi drill with a screw setting and highest torque to sink the thread. Finish by turning with an Allen key.
Note that there is a spacer off the top plate at 90 degrees. It works best when hanging downwards. If it is not hanging downwards or on a flatter roof, it may snag the top of the clip, leading to a bent or twisted clip. On a flatter roof, it is recommended to screw it down partway before placing the next panel.

These usage instructions are courtesy of Andy Green.

GS Universal Clamp
Article No. UC-GS

Package
Package Detail 320 pcs/ctn

Fastensol-UC-GS-Universal-Clamp-03

Fastensol Universal Clamp – Notes from an Installer

The fastensol Universal Clamp means that you only need one product for mids, ends and it fits all sizes of panel 30-46mm thick.
There is actually more to successful use than merely clipping them in. Others might find this helpful;
0ne benefit of the new design is that they will pop into the rail and stay (rather than dropping out while one is handling the panels)- however, do not clip in until you have the panel in place because once clipped there is no lateral movement. Press the clip right into the rail, then, once the panel is secured on the opposite side, move the clip adjacent to the panel and raise it, one side at a time to clip in to the top of the rail.
lf there is a small gap between the clip and the panel it is easier to tap the clip across with a light tool (an Allen key is usually enough) than to try to move it by hand. If it is too far to tap long nose pliers can be used to unclip it – but beware too much pressure will compress the clip, in which case it can be gently parted with the same pliers.
Because there is a lot of thread to sink, a multi drill, on screw setting and highest torque, is very handy – but do finish with an Allen key turn.
Off the top plate (at 90 degrees) there is a spacer – this works best hanging downwards. lf not (or on a flatter roof) it may snag the top of the clip and this can then lead to a bent/twisted clip that is of no further use. On a flatter roof it is worth screwing down part way before the next panel is placed.