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ETAP is a software package developed by OTI (Open Technology International) that allows users to create a detailed model of an electrical power system and simulate its behavior under various operating conditions. The software provides a comprehensive set of tools for designing, analyzing, and optimizing electrical power systems, including power flow, short circuit, and transient stability analysis.

In conclusion, ETAP is a powerful software tool used for designing, simulating, and analyzing electrical power systems. Its key features, benefits, and applications make it an essential tool for electrical engineers. By following this ETAP tutorial, users can get started with ETAP and begin designing and analyzing electrical power systems.

ETAP (Electrical Transient and Analysis Program) is a powerful software tool used for designing, simulating, and analyzing electrical power systems. It is widely used by electrical engineers to model, simulate, and analyze electrical networks, including power generation, transmission, distribution, and industrial power systems. In this essay, we will provide a comprehensive ETAP tutorial, covering its key features, benefits, and applications.

DeckWise® Ipe Clip® Limited Warranty

In order to be eligible to make a warranty claim, you must complete the registration for warranty here: www.deckwise.com/warranty/register.html etap tutorial

Allows Contraction on the Width of Air-Dried Hardwoods

The method of 45 degree screws hold the decking tight to the joist, while allowing one side of the deck board to remain free to contract.

Allows Expansion/Contraction Along the Length of Composite/PVC Decking

Running screws straight down with composite/PVC decking allows these materials to naturally move on their length.

Decking Compatibility
Board Thickness Board Width
A* = Measurement Of Your Decking B** = Measurement Of Your Decking
Ipe Clip - Extreme Fasteners 3/32" Spacing - GRAY CLIPS - 175 pc. Box for 100 Sq. Ft. of Decking - (Includes 8 x 2" Stainless Steel Screws)
Groove Dimensions
Thickness of Cut Cutting Height Cutting Depth
C = 5/32" (4mm) D*** = (A-5/32")/2 E = 1/2" (13mm)
Board Spacing
During Installation
F**** = 3/32" (2,4mm)

* If using 1-1/2" (38,1mm) or thicker material, you may need to upgrade to a longer screw option than what is typically packaged with the fastening kit. ETAP is a software package developed by OTI

** For decking 8" (20,32cm) or wider, the (A) dimension should be at least 1-1/2" (38,1mm). Using a wide plank such as this for surface decking will most likely cause cupping issues regardless of how the material is fastened if thicker material is not used.

*** This formula will create a symmetrical profile that allows you to flip and/or rotate the decking to be able to put the best side up.

**** Fastener automatically achieves correct gap spacing when boards are pushed tight during installation. Its key features, benefits, and applications make it

Available Kit Options

Deck Fastener Ipe Clip® Kits may be ordered in differences of 100 count (50 sq. ft.) components and 175 Complete Kit sizes (100 sq. ft.). All deck building screws may also be special ordered with diverse screw lengths, color and style.

Wood Plug Starter Kits

Kits come with 25 wood plugs, and 25 stainless steel #8x2" deck screws.
Sold Seperately

175 Count

  • (175) Ipe Clip® Extreme® Hidden Deck Fasteners
  • (175) #8x2" (4x50mm) Stainless Steel T15 - Star Drive Screws
  • 3/8" Tapered Wood plugs sold seperately
  • (1) 1/8" (3,2mm) High Speed Drill Bit
  • (1) T15 Star Driver Tips
  • (1) Instruction Sheet

100 Count

  • (100) Ipe Clip® Extreme® Hidden Deck Fasteners
  • (100) #8x2" (4x50mm) Colormatch Black Stainless Steel Star Drive Screws
  • (1) Instruction Sheet

2 Gal. Contractor Bucket

  • (525) Hidden Deck Fasteners
  • (525) #8x2" (4x50mm) Stainless Steel T15 - Star Drive Screws
  • (3) T15 Star Driver Tips
  • (3) 1/8" (3,2cm) High Speed Drill Bit
  • (1) Instruction Sheet

5 Gal. Contractor Bucket

  • (1050) Hidden Deck Fasteners
  • (1050) #8x2" (4x50mm) Stainless Steel T15 - Star Drive Screws
  • (5) T15 Star Driver Tips
  • (5) 1/8" High Speed Drill Bit
  • (1) Instruction Sheet

EXTREME® Ipe Clip® Series - U.S. Patent Numbers 8,464,488 and 8,806,829.
Original, “round”, STANDARD Ipe Clip® - U.S. Patent No. D470,039.

EXTREMEKD® and EXTREME4® Licensed under U.S. Patent Nos. 7,874,113 and 8,161,702 Patent.

Everything you need to get the job done!

Extreme® Deck Fasteners
Stainless Steel Screws
T15 Star Drive Tip
1/8" Drill Bit
3/8" Tapered Ipe Plugs - SOLD SEPERATELY
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