Simplicity Tool Corp

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corporation
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SIDING ACCESSORIES
Siding Corners | Joint Covers
Junction Flashing | ColorPlus®
Off Stud Joiners | Aligning clips
FOR ANY OTHER STYLES NOT FOUND IN OUR CATALOG
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A l l S i m p l i c i t y To o l C o r p o r a t i o n p r o d u c t s
are manufactured in the USA.
Simplicity Tool Corporation is one of the original manufacturers of
building siding corners and originated designs now in general use.
Precision and quality has been our ‘Watchword’ from the beginning!
10330 NE Marx Street Portland, OR 97220
P.O. Box 20456 Portland, OR 97294 USA
Fax: 503 253 2009
Email: sales@simplicitytool.com
simplicityTool
corporation
building quality solutions
503 253 2000
simplicitytool.com
Our Products
Our Products
Siding Corners
Junction Flashing
Aligning Clips
Lap Siding Corners to fit all style of
Easy to install concealed joint
Labor-saving clip designed to
lap siding, including Fiber Cement,
treatment for Fiber Cement lap
quickly and accurately set 1-1/4”
Beveled Cedar & Redwood, Shake,
siding installations.
overlap for Fiber Cement siding,
and Hardboard. Styles include
while creating a ledge for the
contemporary and vintage
plank to rest on while installing.
designs. Available with either a
primed finish or in any of the
ColorPlus® colors.
Off-Stud Joiners
Joint Covers
Save time and material by joining
Over the joint treatment, primarily
two planks of Fiber Cement siding
designed to allow for expansion of
away from a stud. No more cutting
Hardboard siding. Available with
to end on a stud!
either a primed finish or in any of
All Simplicity Tool
Corporation products
are manufactured in
the USA.
the ColorPlus® colors.
About Simplicity Tool Corporation
Simplicity Tool Corporation is a privately held manufacturing firm located in Portland, Oregon, and has operated in the same location for
over 50 years. Maintaining a steadfast commitment to quality and value, Simplicity Tool originated many of the siding accessory designs
now in common use and is always seeking innovative product improvements. Along with the Metal Stamping Division, Simplicity Tool
Corporation has an Antenna Division (SITCO Antennas) and a Wood Products Division (Simplicity Wood Products).
10330 NE Marx Street Portland, OR 97220
Tel: 503 253 2000
Fax: 503 253 2009
P.O. Box 20456 Portland, OR 97294 USA
simplicitytool.com
sales@simplicitytool.com
General Information Page
Special Services
Painting: Most of our products can be painted in a color carefully matched to your pre-finished siding color. Please
allow 3-5 days after we receive your color sample for us to match, paint, and cure product.
Bar Coding: Bar coding individual parts is available for $7.50 per 100 pieces.
Material: Many of our products can be produced in materials other than those listed. Common requests are for
stainless steel or copper. Contact the factory for pricing and availability.
Broken Boxes: While we do not have an order minimum, there is a $5.00 charge on orders containing less than full
box quantities.
Product offerings by Siding Type
Fiber Cement Siding
Hardboard Siding
 199 Series Corners
 299 Artisan Corners
 ColorPlus® Parts in the 140,
199, and 299 Series and
Junction Flashing
 259 Vintage Corners
 279 Fascia Corners
 289 Wide Flange Corners
 140 Series Joint Covers
 Off Stud Joiners
 Junction Flashing
 S/A Clips and Quick Clips





Cedar and Redwood
Siding
199 Series Corners
259 Vintage Corners
279 Fascia Corners
289 Wide Flange Corners
140 Series Joint Covers



Aluminum Siding



289 Wide Flange Corners

Stocked in the ½” x 8 ½” Size
121 (Sidewall
Shake Corners)
122 Wood Siding
Corners
252 Vintage
Corners
272 Fascia Corners
282 Wide Flange
Corners
Product Shipping Weights
Product Length
5¼"
6"
7"
8"
Junction Flashing
2.50 lbs
3.05 lbs
3.50 lbs
3.85 lbs
199 Series Corners
-
3.15 lbs
3.85 lbs
4.19 lbs
Products
9 ¼" -
10 "
12"
16"
4.45 lbs
6.35 lbs
-
4.96 lbs
5.99 lbs
-
-
3.45 lbs
-
4.25 lbs
4.75 lbs
6.05 lbs
-
140 Series Joint Covers
1.60 lbs
1.75 lbs
2.00 lbs
2.35 lbs
2.75 lbs
3.30 lbs
4.70 lbs
140 Series ColorPlus® Joint Covers
1.70 lbs
1.85 lbs
-
2.45 lbs
2.70 lbs
3.50 lbs
-
252, 259, 272, 279,282, & 289 Series
-
2.50 lbs
-
2.95 lbs
0.00 lbs
3.50 lbs
-
1.95 lbs
-
2.65 lbs
2.95 lbs
-
-
-
122 Series Aluminum Corners
-
3.25 lbs
-
4.10 lbs
5.15 lbs
5.90 lbs
-
122 Series EG Steel Corners
-
8.50 lbs
-
10.90 lbs
14.00 lbs
16.00 lbs
-
Off Stud Joiners (Cartons)
2.45 lbs
2.80 lbs
3.15 lbs
3.56 lbs
4.10 lbs
5.10 lbs
-
Off Stud Joiners (Retail Bags)
1.00 lbs
1.25 lbs
2.00 lbs
2.50 lbs
3.00 lbs
3.25 lbs
-
199 Series ColorPlus® Corners
299 Series
121 Series Corners
AP
4.00 lbs
E
10.25 lbs
Self-Aligning Clips
Bulk
8.45 lbs
Bagged
9.00 lbs
Quick Clips
Bulk
4.00 lbs
Bagged
5.00 lbs
Version 2.0
Products by Application

Joint Treatment
o JF Series
Junction Flashing
 Available to fit all sizes of cement fiber siding
 Stocked in Brown and White. Brown is by far the most popular
 Also available in ColorPlus colors
o OSJ Series
Off-Stud Joiners
 Stocked in all sizes of 5/16” siding, also ½” Nichiha
 Stocked in both HZ-5 and square edge style
o 140 Series
Expansion Joint Covers
 Smooth and textured finish, primed aluminum
 Typically used for Hardboard siding
 Also produced to fit profiled type siding

Corner Treatment
o 199 Series
Wrap-around lip standard corner
 Available in a wide variety of lip sizes and lengths
 Used for hardboard and fiber cement lap siding
 Wood grain, smooth and vertical grain (striated) textures
 Primed aluminum for easy painting
 Simplicity flagship line
o 199 ColorPlus
199 corners in all pre-finished ColorPlus colors
 199 series corners produced using pre-finished metal
 20 year colorfast polyester coating
 Slightly thicker material gives a stronger feel
 Nail hole at the top for blind nail installation
o 122 Series
Right angle lip corner
 Used for redwood and cedar siding
 Right angle lip has nail holes for traditional bottom nailing.
 Available in smooth or wood grain primed aluminum
 Also available in EG steel. This is used when the parts need to be
stained, but is not recommended for latex paint unless primed
with zinc primer
o 299 Series
Corner to fit JH Artisan Siding
 Specially styled to fully complement the high end Artisan siding
 Wider face for a clean line
 Sharp corners maintain a crisp shadow line.
 Stocked in smooth and wood grain primed aluminum
o 121 Series
Traditional raked-shake siding
 15-1/2” x 3/8” traditional style corner
 Textured with ‘machine groove’ style striation
 Nail holes at top for blind nail installation
 Available in primed aluminum or EG steel
o 252/259 Series
Vintage profile corner
 Popular for both renovations and new constructions
 Custom order – allow extra lead time
 Available in a wide variety of lip sizes, styles and lengths
o 272/279 Series
Fascia corner
 Straight sides to cap horizontal fascia board
 Custom order – allow extra lead time
 Available in a wide variety of lip sizes, styles and lengths
o 282/289 Series
Wide Flange corner
 Extra wide sides, usually used to cover siding installation errors,
but also used where the wide look is desired
 Custom order – allow extra lead time
 Available in a wide variety of lip sizes, styles and lengths
 This style also fits some sizes of Aluminum Siding

Installation Aid
o S/A Clip
Self Aligning clip
 Available only in 5/16 x 1-1/4” square edge
 Used to speed installation, reduce labor
 Sets 1-1/4 overlap easily and accurately
 Part remains in place after installation, small lip (1/4” x 1”) visible
after installation – requires painting
 Thin metal allows siding to remain flat – no unsightly bow-outs
as with some plastic parts
o QC-5
Breakaway clip for HZ5 siding
 Designed for HZ-5 siding with 15 degree drip edge
 Novel design holds siding firmly until nailed, then is easily
broken off for zero visibility after installation
 Sets 1-1/4 overlap easily and accurately
 Thin metal allows siding to remain flat – no unsightly bow-outs
as with some plastic parts
o QC-10
Breakaway clip for any 5/16” square edge
siding
 Designed for any 5/16” square drip edge
 Novel design holds siding firmly until nailed, then is easily
broken off for zero visibility after installation.
 Sets 1-1/4 overlap easily and accurately
 Thin metal allows siding to remain flat – no unsightly bow-outs
as with some plastic parts
199 Series Siding Corners
The 199 Series Corners are manufactured with a full wraparound lower lip
requiring no bottom nail. Manufactured in smooth, wood grain, vertical
grain, and striated rake shake 0.016 aluminum, the outside is primed and
ready to paint and coated for full protection on the inside. The corners
come in a variety of lengths and return lip sizes to fit most available
hardboard or cement fiber plank siding. Face width per side at the bottom
1-3/4” tapering to 1-1/4” at the top.
199 Series Bay Window Corners can be made by modifying our standard
199. Series corner to be opened up for bay window treatment. Please
contact the factory for available angles. Also, please be aware that opening
the corners to a larger inside angle will leave a small notched opening in the
return lip.
199 Series Beaded Corners are available for some manufacturer’s beaded
products. Check with factory for availability.
199 Series Corners
199 Series Beaded
Corners
199 Series Texture Codes
Shake Styles Stocked





199VG ¼ x 10
199RS 5/16 x 8 ¼
199RS 7/16 x 8 ¼
199RS ½ x 9
199RS ½ x 10-½”
Size Chart
¼"
Part Numbering Guide
199 WG
-
5/16”






Series + Texture
199WG
199S
199VG
199RS





Lip Size
1/4”
5/16”
3/8”
7/16”
1/2”
-
8 ¼”






Length
6 & 6¼”
7 ¼”
8 & 8¼”
9 ¼ & 9½”
12”
Length
(Fits
Surelock)
5/16"
6"
6¼"
7¼"
8"
8¼"
9¼"
9½"
12"

-





Stocked
Return Lip
⅜"
(aka ½ "
S/A)
7/16"
½"










- Non Stock (Special Order)
299 SERIES CORNERS
The 299 Series Artisan® Lap Siding corners are designed to
accentuate the shadow line and thickness of the Artisan® Lap
siding. Manufactured with a full wraparound lower lip, these
corners require no bottom nail and are easily installed after the
Artisan® Lap is hung. Complementing the quality of Artisan®
siding, the material used is heavy .019” aluminum, primed and
ready for paint on the outside and coated for full protection on
the inside. The 299 Series corners are available to fit all Artisan®
Lap siding sizes, in both smooth and wood grain textures. To
ensure complete coverage of the thick Artisan® siding, the
corners are a full 2” wide at the bottom, tapering the top to
create a continuous edge line.
299 Series Artisan® Corners
299 Series
Size Chart
Specifications
Corner Textures
Return Lip
Length
5/8"
5 1/4"

6 1/4"

8 1/4"

Material
.019" Aluminum coated
on both sides
Texture
Smooth and Wood Grain
Face Width
2" on bottom tapering
to approx 1 1/8" on top
Return Lip Size
5/8"
Packaging
50/CTN
Stocked
- Non Stock (Special Order)
Part Numbering Guide
299 WG



Series + Texture
299WG
299S
-
5/8”
 Lip Size

5/8”
-
8 ¼”
 Length



5 ¼”
6 ¼”
8 ¼”
252 & 259 SERIES CORNERS
The 252 and 259 Series Vintage corners are designed for
both re-model projects and new construction where a more
decorative retro look to the corner trim is desired. Specify
the 252 series for wood siding, bottom nailed. Specify the
259 series for corners with a wraparound lip, and a nail hole
at the top. These corners are available in any length up to 8”,
and lip sizes from ¼” to ¾”. Call for details.
Custom Length Ordering Guide
259 Series Vintage Corners
For custom orders please
specify 2 of the 3
dimensions
252 & 259 Series
Corner Textures
A
B
C
Max & Standard
Length 4.3"
Max & Standard
Length 2.9"
Max & Standard
Length 8"
C = A + B + .84”
In addition, specify series type and lip size
Part Numbering Guide
252 WG

Series + Texture




252WG
252S
259WG
259S
-
1/2”
 Lip Size






3/8”
5/16”
7/16”
½”
11/16”
¾”
-
Specifications
8”
 Length

Any
length
between
4” & 8”
Material
.019" Aluminum coated
on both sides
Texture
Smooth and Wood Grain
Face Width
2" on bottom tapering
to approx 1.63" on top
Packaging
50/CTN
272 & 279 SERIES CORNERS
The 272 and 279 Series Fascia corners are a straight side corner trim
piece for use in cornering a top wrap board, or anywhere a straight
side is desired. The corners are 1-1/2” wide on each side from top to
bottom. Specify the 272 series for the ‘L’ style lip on the bottom, and
the 279 series for corners with a wraparound lip. Neither style comes
with nail holes unless requested. The corners are available in any
length up to 12”, with lip sizes up to 1”. Call for details.
279 Series Fascia Corners
272 & 279 Series
Specifications
Corner Textures
S
Material
.016" Aluminum coated
on both sides
Texture
Smooth and Wood Grain
Face Width
1 1/2" top to bottom
Packaging
50/CTN
WG
Part Numbering Guide
272 WG

Series + Texture




272WG
272S
279WG
279S
-
1/2”
 Lip Size






3/8”
5/16”
7/16”
½”
11/16”
¾”
-
8”
 Length

Any
length
between
4” & 12””
282 & 289 SERIES CORNERS
282 Series Wide
Flange Corners
The 282 & 289 Series Wide Flange corners are aimed
for aluminum siding and projects where the siding
was cut too short (or shrank), or where a wider look is
desired. Specify the 282 series for wood siding,
bottom nailed. Specify the 289 series for corners with
a wraparound lip, and a nail hole at the top. The
corners are 2-1/4” wide at the bottom, tapering down
to 1-3/4” at the top. They are available in any length
up to 12”, with lip sizes up to ¾”.
Specifications
282 & 289 Series Corner Textures
S
Material
.019" Aluminum coated
on both sides
Texture
Smooth and Wood Grain
Face Width
2 1/4" at the bottom
tapper to 1 3/4" on top
Packaging
50/CTN
WG
Wide Flange Corners Stocked


289S ½ x 8½
289WG ½ x 8½
Part Numbering Guide
282S

Series + Texture




282WG
282S
289WG
289S
289 Series Wide
Flange Corners
-
1/2”
 Lip Size






3/8”
5/16”
7/16”
½”
11/16”
¾”
-
8 1/2”
 Length

Any
length
between
4” & 12””
121 SERIES CORNERS
The 121 Series corners are specifically designed for split shake, also known
as raked shake siding. They are 15-1/2” tall with a 3/8” wraparound lower lip.
Nail holes are provided at the top for easy installation. They are available in
electrogalvanized steel for stained siding or primed aluminum for painted
siding. Both corners are textured with a striated vertical grain to complement
the grooved shake siding.
121 Series Corners
Specifications
Style
121 AP
121 E
Material
Aluminum - . 016" Coated Aluluminum
Steel - 28 Gauge EG Steel
Texture
Rake Shake
Face Width
1 3/4" on the bottom tapering to 1 1/4" on top
Return Lip Size
3/8"
Length
15 1/2"
Packaging
50/CTN
Part Numbering Guide
121
-
AP
MATERIAL NOTIFICATION FOR 121E CORNERS
 Series
 121
 Material Type
 AP (Aluminum)
 E (EG Steel)
These corners are NOT galvanized for Rust Protection. The
material used has either an EG (electrogalvanized) or Galvanneal
coating for paint and stain bonding. The zinc layer provided by
these processes is not sufficient to prevent rusting by itself.
When using a latex based paint, the corners should be primed
first with an appropriate corrosion resistant primer to avoid flash
rusting. Simplicity Tool Corporation makes no express or implied
warranty against rust when using this or any other product.
122 SERIES CORNERS
The 122 Series corners are available in electro galvanized steel (E) or primed
aluminum (smooth (AP) or wood grain textured (WG)) as standard materials.
Constructed with a right angle flange, these corners come with nail holes on the
lip for bottom nailing, making these corners easier to replace if damaged. The
122 Series Corners are also available in copper or stainless steel (by special order
only) and available in a wide variety of lengths and flange widths to cover most
styles of wood siding. 122 Series Corners are designed primarily for wood
siding.
122 Series Corner Textures
122 Series Corners
Size Chart
Retu rn Lip
Length
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
5/8" 11/16" 3/4"
6" Alum
-



-

-
-

6" Steel
-
-

8" Alum
-


-
-

8" Steel
-
-

-
-

10" Alum
-
-

-
-

10" Steel
12" Alum
12" Steel
-

-
-

-
-

-
-

-
-

-
-

-
 Stocked
- Non Stock (Special Order)
Part Numbering Guide
122AP
-
3/4”
-
Specifications
Aluminum - . 016" Coated Aluluminum
Material
Steel - 28 Gauge EG Steel
Texture
Smooth and Wood Grain
Face Width
1 3/4" on the bottom
tapering to 1 1/4" on top
Packaging
100/CTN
10”
MATERIAL NOTIFICATION FOR 122E AND 121E




Series + Texture
122AP
122WG
122E

Lip Size





3/8”
7/16”
½”
5/8”
11/16”

¾”
 Length




6”
8”
10”
12”
These corners are NOT galvanized for Rust Protection. The material used
has either an EG (electrogalvanized) or Galvanneal coating for paint and
stain bonding. The zinc layer provided by these processes is not sufficient
to prevent rusting by itself. When using a latex based paint, the corners
should be primed first with an appropriate corrosion resistant primer to
avoid flash rusting. Simplicity Tool Corporation makes no express or
implied warranty against rust when using this or any other product.
Junction Flashing
The Simplicity Tool Junction Flashing is manufactured for all types
of siding as a weather resistant barrier at the butt joint seam. This
precut Junction Flashing allows for fast and easy installation and the
¼” Slip Fit Positioning Lip also insures quick and accurate placement
every time. It is manufactured out of 0.016” primed aluminum and
coated on the inside for full protection to protect against corrosive
reaction with the siding. Simplicity Tool Junction Flashing is a full 6”
wide to provide the 3” coverage on each side of the butt joint seam
outlined by popular siding best practices. Sizes are precut and
packaged 50 pieces per box. They are also available in prefinished
colors.
Please specify Brown or White when ordering
Junction Flashing
Also available in ColorPlus® and additional colors.
Stock Junction Flashing Sizes
Part
Number
JF-5
JF-6
JF-7
JF-8
JF-9
JF-11.75
Length
Siding
5”
6”
5 ¼”
6 ¼”
7”
8”
9”
11 ¾”
7 ¼”
8 ¼”
9 ¼”
12”
Additional sizes available upon request
Use the Simplicity
Tool Belt Hanger
(sold separately
or as part of the
starter pack) to
conveniently
clip and carry up to
50 pieces of
Simplicity Tool
Junction Flashing to
your belt or tool
pouch
Junction Flashing
w/ Belt Hook Kit
ColorPlus® Junction Flashing
Coated Brown or
White Junction
Flashing
140 Series Joint Covers
140 Series Joint Covers are intended for use with hardboard and cement siding.
The Joint Covers protect the butt joint where two siding planks meet and provide
an expansion joint to help prevent siding buckling. A wraparound lower lip hooks
the siding and requires one nail to hold it in place. 0.016” aluminum covers are
primed on the outside and ready to paint and coated for full protection on the
inside. They are manufactured with either a smooth or wood grained texture and
are available in lengths and return lip widths to fit all major brands of hardboard
and cement fiber siding, including most profiled 12” and 16” shapes (see additional
page for details). Face width is 13/16”.
140 Series
Joint Covers
140 Series Flat
Edge Retrofit
Joint Covers
140 Series Rolled
Edge Retrofit
Joint Covers
140 Series Retrofit Joint Covers are also available for use typically after siding
installation has been completed and the seams open up, or the siding was
installed with too large of a gap at the seam to be covered by the regular joint
covers. Retrofit joint covers do not have the rib on the back, so they are more
flexible and will need fastening to keep the part in place. These joint covers are
wider than the regular parts. Retrofit joint covers are not typically stocked, but are
made in a wide variety of styles, widths, finishes and lengths. Please contact the
factory with your particular application for help specifying the best solution.
Specifications
140 Ser ies & Rolled
Edge Retr ofit
Flat Edge Retr ofit
Material
.016" Aluminum coated
on both sides
.016" Aluminum coated
on both sides
Tex ture
Smooth and Wood Grain
Smooth and Wood Grain
Face Width
13/16"
1"
Packaging
100/CTN
100/CTN
Also available
in ColorPlus®
and
additional
colors
140 Series Prefinished
Joint Covers
Size Chart
Return Lip
Part Numbering Guide
140 WG
-
5/16”
-
8 ¼”
¼"
(Fits
Surelock)
5/16"
(aka ½ "
S/A)
7/16"
½"
5¼"


-













6"
6¼ & 7¼"


Series + Texture
 140WG
 140S






Lip Size
1/4”
5/16”
3/8”
7/16”
1/2”






Length
5¼”
6 & 6¼
7 ¼”
8 & 8¼”
9 ¼ & 9½””
12”
⅜"
Length
8"
8¼ & 9¼"
9½"
12"
Stocked
- Non Stock (Special Order)
OFF STUD JOINERS
The Off Stud Joiner is manufactured specifically for fiber cement siding that has a
square edge or angled drip edge. The 1-1/4” overlap saves additional installation
time and by not joining directly over the stud you can eliminate corner breakout.
Off Stud Joiners are manufactured using 24 gauge, G-90 galvanized steel, preprimed for easy painting. The joiners creates a solid backing behind the joint
producing a better caulk line and holds the bottom edge in line to provide a clean
shadow line.
.
Please specify Straight Edge or Angled Drip
Edge when ordering Off Stud Joiners.
Off Stud Joiner
Size Chart
Retail Bag Off Stud Joiners
Specifications
Return Lip
Length
5/16"
24 gauge G-90 galvanized steel,
primed on both sides
6"
Texture
Smooth
6¼"
Face Width
2 1/4" back, 7/8" exposed
Return Lip Size
5/16"
Packaging
25/CTN or 10/Retail Bag
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



Material
7¼"
8"
8¼"
9¼"
9½"
12"
Part Numbering Guide
Stocked
- Non Stock (Special Order)
OSJ
-
8 ¼”
-
HZ10”
MATERIAL NOTIFICATION FOR
OFF STUD JOINERS

Joiner






6 1/4”
7 1/4”
8 ¼”
9 ¼”
9 ½”
12”

HZ5 –
Angled
Edge
HZ10 –
Straight
Edge
These parts ARE galvanized for Rust Protection. We use G-90 (the
heaviest zinc coating available to us) galvanized steel, which is
then primed for paint adhesion. Despite these two coatings,
these parts are designed to be painted after application.
Premature rusting can occur if additional protection is not
applied. Simplicity Tool Corporation recommends appropriate
caution when applying this part to pre-painted siding.
Quick Clips
The Quick Clip, an improved version of the Aligning Clip,
offers even easier installation with no visible shelf
remaining after installation. The Quick Clips are available
for either square edge or angled drip edge siding. The
breakaway portion of the clip is removed with three or
four quick up and down bending motions. Once the
breakaway portion is removed, there is no visible shelf
remaining. Since no visible part remains, the Quick Clip is
ideal for Pre-Finished siding applications.
Quick Clips
Specifications
Part Numbering Guide
S/A Clips
 Series
 S/A Clip aligning
clip
-
Bulk
-
 Style
 Bagged
 Bulk
Straight Edge
 Style
 Straight
 Angled
Material
24 gauge G-90 galvanized Steel,
primed on both sides
Texture
Smooth
Return Lip Size
5/16"
Length
1 1/4"
Face Width
1"
Packaging
Bulk 500/CTN
Bagged 5 bags of 100, retail labeled
MATERIAL NOTIFICATION FOR QUICK CLIPS
These parts ARE galvanized for Rust Protection. We use G-90 (the heaviest zinc coating available to us) galvanized steel, which is then primed for
paint adhesion. Despite these two coatings, these parts are designed to be painted after application. Premature rusting can occur if additional
protection is not applied. Simplicity Tool Corporation recommends appropriate caution when applying this part to pre-painted siding.
Aligning Clips
Aligning clips are designed for use with all makes of 5/16” square edge
fiber cement and hardboard siding that requires a 1-1/4” overlap. The
clips significantly reduce installation time, and effectively reduce the
number of workers required to install the siding resulting in overall job
cost savings. Each clip gauges the 1-1/4” set, while providing a shelf for
the next lap to rest on while nailing. Aligning Clips are manufactured
using G-90 galvanized steel, prime coated for easy painting. Once
installed and painted, the small portion of the clip that is left exposed is
virtually invisible. No part of the clip covers the exposed face of the
siding.
Aligning Clips
Specifications
Part Numbering Guide
S/A Clips
 Series
 S/A Clip aligning
clip
-
Material
24 gauge G-90 galvanized Steel, primed on
both sides
Texture
Smooth
Return Lip Size
5/16"
Length
1 1/4"
Face Width
1"
Packaging
Bulk 500/CTN
Bagged 5 bags of 100, retail labeled
Bulk
 Style
 Bagged
 Bulk
MATERIAL NOTIFICATION FOR ALIGNING CLIPS
These parts ARE galvanized for Rust Protection. We use G-90 (the heaviest zinc coating available to us) galvanized steel,
which is then primed for paint adhesion. Despite these two coatings, these parts are designed to be painted after
application. Premature rusting can occur if additional protection is not applied. Simplicity Tool Corporation recommends
appropriate caution when applying this part to pre-painted siding.
Prefinished & Painted Products
Prefinished Products are stocked in all 26 ColorPlus® and many ColorMax® colors. All of our color
coated material has been carefully developed and approved as an excellent match in both color and
sheen. The substrate is .016” thick aluminum, coated with durable colorfast polyester on two sides.
Our 199 Series Corners, Joint Covers, and Junction Flashing are considered standard product for our
prefinished material, and most are carried in stock at all times.
While we may not stock our 299 Series Corners or other products as standard and in stock, we can
. made in aluminum using the prefinished material. Please
produce almost any of our products
contact the factory for pricing and availability.
140 Series Prefinished
Joint Covers
Junction Flashing
Prefinished
199 Series Prefinished
Corners
199 Series Prefinished
Beaded Corners
Painted Products are available with our in-house painting system for the Off Stud Joiners and
other colors that are not available in the prefinished material.
If you can’t find the color that you are looking for, send us a sample and we can match the color
and paint the product (additional charges apply for painting).
Off Stud Joiners Painted
Installation Instructions
for 199, 259, 279, 289,
and 299 Series Corners
1.
Install theLap siding as per manufacturers’ recommendations. While installing, please be sure to
observe the following cautions:
a. Be sure to run the siding long enough at the
corners. The top of the planks should almost
meet at the corners. If the siding is installed
‘short’ at the corners, the siding corners may not
be long enough to adequately cover the siding at
the bottom.
See Figure 1.
Figure 1
b. Be sure that the bottom edge of two
courses line up. If not, one side or the
other will have a gap when the corner
is installed. See Figure 2.
Figure 2
2.
c. If you are bottom nailing the siding, do
not nail within 4” of the corner.
Starting with the bottom course, carefully slide the first corner up and under the second course.
Continue until the bottom wrap around lip is fully fitted to the bottom courses.
3.
Nail diagonally into the corner stud, using
a galvanized nail with a head of at least 3/16”,
and a length sufficient to penetrate the stud at
least 1”. See Figure 3.
Figure 3
4.
While driving the nail, pay attention to the vertical and horizontal alignment of the siding corner. By
drifting the nail left/right/up/down, it is fairly simple to ensure good alignment of the corner. Drive the nail so
that the corner is snug, but do not overdrive the nail, as the corner will become distorted and have to be
replaced. Do not use a power nailer.
5.
Repeat steps 2-4, working from the bottom up. Trim the last corner to fit, and nail on the sides (top corner
only).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
FOR
OFF STUD JOINERS
For Easier Installation of Fiber Cement Siding
The vertical joints of the planks shall occur
at the framing members or between the framing
members when an off stud joiner is placed on the
plank end. The off stud joiner is positioned so that
the bottom lip is resting on the adjacent solid course
of planks. The plank is then fastened to the framing.
The abutting plank is positioned and fastened into
place insuring that the lower edges of the two
planks align. The off stud joiner is located centrally
over the joint. Restrictions on the off stud joiner
locations are follows:
a)
All splices shall be located a
minimum of two stud cavities from
wall corner.
b)
Successive splices within the same
plank course shall be located no
closer than 48” from
one another.
c)
All splices shall be staggered at
minimum 2-foot intervals when
located in the same wall
cavity.
d)
Splices shall be at least one stud
cavity away from door openings.
OFF STUD JOINER
MATERIAL NOTIFICATION FOR OFF STUD JOINERS
These parts ARE galvanized for Rust Protection. We use G-90 (the heaviest zinc coating available to us) galvanized steel, which is then
primed for paint adhesion. Despite these two coatings, these parts are designed to be painted after application. Premature rusting can
occur if additional protection is not applied. Simplicity Tool Corporation recommends appropriate caution when applying this part to
pre-painted siding.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
FOR
140 SERIES JOINT COVERS
NAIL
SIDING
1. Minimum one nail within 1/2” of the top of the
joint cover, centered between the siding courses so
as not to penetrate either siding. See Figure 1.
JOINT COVER
Figure 1
SIDING
COURSE
ABOVE
2. This nail is usually placed so as to be
covered by the course above. Nail should
have minimum 1/8” head, and be of
sufficient length to penetrate the stud by
at least 1/2”. See Figure 2.
Figure 2
3. Optionally, additional nails may be added in the
mid to lower portion of the cover. Nail size and
placement should be as per above. See Figure 3.
OPTIONAL
NAILS
Figure 3
IMPORTANT: It is important to place the nails such
that they penetrate the center line of the joint
cover, between courses of siding below. Do not
nail into the siding being joined.The joint cover
must float relative to both courses of siding being
joined. Failure to follow this instruction may
result in early failure of the installation.