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CURVED DRYWALL Grid System

An economical alternative to curved stud and track construction that is fast and easy to install. Unlimited ceiling curve combinations for endless design options in interior and exterior spaces. Key Selection Attributes
PeakForm patented profile increases strength and stability for improved performance during installation SuperLock main beam clip is engineered for a strong, secure connection and fast accurate alignment confirmed with an audible click; easy to remove and relocate ScrewStop reverse hem prevents screw spin off on 1-1/2 wide face Pre-notched at either 8 or 16 on center to simplify fabrication of custom main beam RC2 clip is used on main beam at every knockout location to reinforce the desired radius; rout hole on clip allows for cross tee placement as required Rotary-stitched during manufacture by a patented method for additional torsional strength and extra stability during installation Minimum G40 hot dipped galvanized coating, per ASTM C 645; provides superior corrosion resistance XL (staked-on end detail) cross tees provide secure locked connection; fast and easy to install 10-year limited warranty

Product Description
Materials

A. General:
ASTM C 635 Intermediate-duty main beam classication, ASTM A 653 zinc-coated hot dipped galvanized steel. Exposed surfaces chemically cleansed, zinc-coated and prenished. Materials conform to the performance standard ASTM C 645 (Standard Specication for Rigid Furring Channels for Screw Applications of Gypsum Board). B. Components: 1A. Main Beams: Double-web construction, prole height 1-11/16 with peaked roof top bulb and 1-1/2 knurIed ange HD8906FO8 (144, 1-1/2 ange, 51 routs, pre-notched starting 8 from each end and 8 on center for creating curved instalIations) HD8906F16 (144, 1-1/2 ange, 51 routs, pre-notched starting 4 from one end and 16 on center for creating curved instatIations) Other
1/4" 9/16" 1-11/16"

1-1/2"

8" or 16" 144"

2A. Cross Tees: Double-web construction, prole height 1-1/2 with peaked roof top bulb and 1-1/2 knurled ange.

XL8965 (72, 2 routs, starting 24 off each end, galvanized) For Type F light xture compatibility XL8947P (50, 8 routs, starting 10 off each end, galvanized) For Type F light xture compatibility XL8945P (48, 9 routs, center rout and routes starting 10 off each end, galvanized) For Type F light xture compatibility XL7936G90 (36, no routs, galvanized) XL8925 (26, 2 routs, 12 off each end, galvanized) For Type F light xture compatibility XL8926 (24, 3 routs, center rout and 12 off each end, galvanized) For Type F light xture compatibility XL7918 (14, no routs, galvanized) For Type F light xture compatibility Other XL7341 (48, 3 routs starting 12 from each end, galvanized) XL8341 (48, center rout, galvanized) Other

1/4" 3/8" 1-1/2"

1-1/2"

Typical Applications
Indoor applications Barrel vaults and domes

2B. Cross Tee: Double-web construction, prole height 1-11/16 with peaked roof top bulb and prenished 15/16 ange.

1/4" 9/16 " 1-11/16 "

15/16"

3. Wall Moldings: galvanized steel.

7838 (120, unhemmed channel molding, nominal 3/4 x 1-9/16, 1-1/4)

3/4" (19mm) 1-9/16" (40mm) 11/4" (31mm)

CHANNEL MOLDING

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suspension systems

CURVED DRYWALL Grid System

Wall moldings continued from front

4. Wall Moldings: galvanized steel.

HD7859 (120, hemmed angle molding, nominal 1-1/4 x 1-1/4) 7858 (144, hemmed reverse

1-9/16" (40mm) 1-1/4" (32mm) 15/16" (24mm) 90

angle molding, nominal 1-9/16 x 15/16) Other 5. Radius Clip (RC2) is used for drywall applications which form curved installations; attaches to the cavity side of the web of the main beam with four 7/16" pan head screws; install at all knockout locations Accessories: (see Drywall Accessories Submittal Sheet, CS-3082).

1-1/4" (32mm)

ANGLE MOLDING

REVERSE MOLDINGS

Curving Main Beams

Contractors efciency and understanding of the suspended grid system construction provides performance benets and cost savings. An unlimited range of vaults and valleys can be constructed using faceted main beams Single and multiple curved ceilings can be framed quickly and easily Working with Vaults RC2 Clip 1. Hanger wires must be minimum 12 gauge and spaced along the main beams not more than four feet on center for gypsum board construction and not more than three feet on center for plaster work (spaced as required to support load). 2. For vaults, space the main beams four feet on center for gypsum board construction and three feet on center for plaster. Angle or Radius will determine on center spacing of cuts. channel molding is used to frame the ends of the structure. 3. Thickness of the sheeting material is determined by its plasticity. 4. Add vertical braces as required to stabilize the frame. 5. See Commercial Ceilings Solutions Guide (CS-3479) for additional information. RC2 Clip must be installed on faceted main beams when used to frame a at ceiling. Note: Place RC2 clip on the side of the web where the Rotary Stitching forms a cavity. This allows the clip to be placed ush with web. Creating curved framing for drywall is easy and offers unlimited possibilities. Custom radii to suit any design installation You control the curve Not limited to a pre-selected or pre-determined curved radius Full range of clips and accessories make installation easier than bending stud and track

Note: RC2 clip must be installed at every knockout location on main beam.

Physical Data
Material Hot dipped galvanized steel Surface Finish Unpainted steel Cross Tee/Main Beam Interface Override End Detail Main Beam: Staked-on clip Cross Tee: Staked-on clip Duty Classication Intermediate-duty Main Beam Load Test Data
HANGER SPACING (Lbs./LF. Simple Span)** MAIN BEAMS LENGTH HD8906F08 144 HD8906F16 144 WEB ASTM HEIGHT CLASS 1-11/16 Intermediate-duty 1-11/16 Intermediate-duty L/240 2 3 4 18.4 18.4 2 L/360 3 4 12.3 12.3

Cross Tee Load Test Data

CROSS TEE LENGTH XL7918 14 XL8926 24 XL8925 26 XL7936G90 36 XL7341 48 XL8341 48 XL8945P 48 XL8947P 50 XL8965 72 WEB HEIGHT 1-1/2 1-1/2 1-1/2 1-1/2 1-11/16 1-1/2 2 107.0 158.0 117.0 3 L/240 4 50 HANGER SPACING (Lbs./LF. Simple Span)** L/360 72 2 3 4 71.5 129.0 98.0 33.3 16.59 16.59 15.0 6.4 50 72

50.0 24.8 24.8 22.5 19.5

13.0 4.27

1-1/2

Seismic Performance
MAIN BEAMS HD8901 HD8906 CROSS TEES XL7918, XL8926, XL8925, XL7936G90, XL7341, XL8341, XL8945P, XL8947P, XL8965 MINIMUM LBS. TO PULL OUT COMPRESSION/TENSION 348.0 374.0 MINIMUM LBS. TO PULL OUT COMPRESSION/TENSION 377.0

Note: All load test data based on at installation per ASTM C 635

ICC Reports

TechLine / 1-877-ARMSTRONG 1-877-276-7876 armstrong.com/drywallgrid

CS-3545-407

For areas under ICC jurisdiction, see ICC evaluation report number 1289 for allowable values and/or conditions of use concerning the suspension system components listed on this page. The report is subject to reexamination, revisions and possible cancellation.

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