Metal Stud Track

Studs at 600mm centres.

Metal stud track.

Our steel studs and track systems offer practical and economical solutions for screwfixing plasterboard to internal and non load bearing partitions fire and acoustic rated walls stairwells bulkheads and corridor ceilings. 2 5 in w x 120 in l x 1 25 in d protrak galvanized steel stud. C studs are u sed as the vertical support in drylining available in a range of widths lengths and thicknesses dependant upon the walls requirements for strength height impact resistance and sound insulation. Choose a clutch setting strong enough to drive the screw home but not so strong that it strips the screw hole and weakens the joint.

Manufactured from bluescope steel with a minimum coating of z275. Flexible track available for curved walls. Of course exterior walls corridor walls and full height walls need to be built before the rest of the partitions but try to think like a drywall hanger and provide a smooth path of studs for them to hang. Majority of stud and track is hemmed for safety and increased strength preventing unwanted rotation.

8 pan head screw in the middle where they meet. For pricing and availability. Join metal studs to tracks by clamping the two members tightly with c clamp locking pliers and driving a 1 2 in. Construct a doorway in a.

Doorway framing techniques. Maxiframe external wall framing system made from 1 2bmt g500. Drive the screws at medium speed. 1 625 in w x 120 in l x 1 25 in d protrak galvanized steel track.

Acoustic stud track. Scafco s products exceed industry standards as they are manufactured from 57 ksi steel in place of 50 ksi and g90 in place of g60 for 68 mil and heavier. Metal stud calculator. Steel framing studs and track when choosing a supplier quality materials are a top priority.

After the layout is complete start thinking about which walls need to be hung first. Profiles widths range from 51 to 150mm and gauges from 0 50 to 1 15bmt. It s quicker to install and lighter than traditional types of partitioning. With its low waste and relative cleanliness of installation this makes metal track and stud partitioning ideal for a wide range of applications.

That s why scafco steel framing products are manufactured from 100 prime mill certified steel. Find metal tracks braces at lowe s today. Best types of stud and track. I studs i studs like c studs act as the vertical supports in drylining although provide greater strength allowing for.