ISOMax Kinetic Clip
The ISOMax Clip delivers high-performance acoustic isolation by combining a resilient rubber mount with total encapsulation of the channel support, completely eliminating metal-to-metal vibration. Its advanced decoupling design minimizes vibration transfer, boosts STC ratings, and offers a reliable, installer-friendly solution for premium soundproof assemblies.
- High-Performance Isolation: Rubber-to-channel encapsulation cuts the flanking path that steel-on-steel clips leave behind, holding STC gains through the low-mid frequency band.
- Fast, Low-Profile Install: Backer-plate mount pattern lets one installer set clips at up to 48" o.c. spacing without shims or specialty tools.
- Proven in Rated Assemblies: Successfully deployed across a wide range of hourly fire-rated wall and ceiling assemblies where drywall listings define the build.
- Cost-Effective Upgrade: Pairs with standard 25-gauge hat channel — no proprietary hardware or design surcharges over the rest of the clip lineup.
Online orders up to 4,999 pieces. For anything larger, call (415) 864-4440 and we'll price the project with you.
Kinetic Clip Specifications
- Width
- 1 3/8 in
- Profile height
- 1 5/8 in
- Fastener
- 1/4" × 2 1/4" structural screw
- Spacing
- Up to 48 in o.c.
- Max load
- 40 lb / clip
- Isolation element
- Dual-durometer elastomer
- Frame
- Galvanized structural steel
Hat channel specs
- Length
- 12 ft
- Gauge
- 25 gauge
- Top face width
- 1 1/4 in
- Bottom flange width
- 2 1/2 in max
- Depth
- 7/8 in
Kinetic Clip Project Calculator
Enter your surface square footage. We'll return a clip, channel, and screw count for your project — calculations run on our servers so estimates stay accurate as our field data improves.
Adds MLV over Good for a denser limp-mass layer.
Estimated STC — Planning use only
This value is an approximate assembly projection, not a project-specific assessment, certified laboratory test result or performance guarantee. Actual performance varies with the complete assembly, installation, flanking paths, penetrations and site conditions.
Estimates follow the ISOMax standard clip and hat-channel layout (clips ≤ 48" o.c., hat channel 24" o.c.). A 10% coverage buffer is recommended to cover cuts and re-work.
Estimated STC Gauge
Compare how the Kinetic Clip performs across assembly tiers. Select an assembly below to see the estimated STC score.
Framed wall, single 5/8" Type X drywall each side, no insulation.
Estimated STC — Planning use only
This value is an approximate assembly projection, not a project-specific assessment, certified laboratory test result or performance guarantee. Actual performance varies with the complete assembly, installation, flanking paths, penetrations and site conditions.
- STC 30-39: Loud speech clearly audible next room.
- STC 40-49: Loud speech muffled — normal residential wall.
- STC 50-59: Loud speech barely audible; suitable for offices & multi-family.
- STC 60+: Approaches studio-grade isolation.
How Kinetic Clip compares
| Model | Substrate | Hat / Furring Channel | Typical Layout | Isolation Element | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISOMaxthis | Wood / light-gauge steel | 25 ga 7/8" hat channel | ≤ 48" o.c. | Encapsulated dual-durometer elastomer | High STC/IIC gain, low-profile install |
| Resilmount A237R | Wood / light-gauge steel | 25 ga 7/8" hat channel | ≤ 48" o.c. | Thermoplastic isolator | Broad UL / assembly listings |
| PAC RSIC-1 | Wood / light-gauge steel | 25 ga 7/8" hat channel | Up to 48" o.c. | EPDM grommet | Extensive third-party testing |
Applicable Assemblies
See where the Kinetic Clip fits — from budget baseline to studio-grade isolation.
Best — ISOMax Clips + Channel + Double Drywall + Green Glue
Rockwool insulation · ISOMax Clips on 25-ga hat channel · 5/8" Type X drywall · Green Glue · 5/8" Type X drywall.
Better — ISOMax Clips + Channel + Single Drywall
Rockwool insulation · ISOMax Clips on 25-ga hat channel · single 5/8" Type X drywall each side.
Good — Insulated Wall (no clips)
Baseline framed wall with Rockwool insulation and single 5/8" Type X drywall each side — no decoupling.
