Benefits:
Achieves discontinuous construction.
Suitable for metal or timber studs.
Can be used to reduce mid-span deflection.
Applications:
Supports a stud wall along its top plate.
Attaches to a masonry wall or underside of a slab.
Lateral support for studs at mid height of high walls
Features:
Pre punched holes for either two nails or two Teks screws.
Minimum separation between wall leaves: 22mm.
Maximum lateral load: 0.25 kN.
Stiffness: 0.7 kN/mm (linear) up to 0.16 kN
Maximum deflection of resilient material: 2.3 mm.
Materials:
Galvanized (Z275) steel or additional powder coated finishes.
Installation:
Generally at 600 mm centres horizontally.
FASTENING REQUIREMENTS:
Matrix recommends No. 12 Type 17 screw or equivalent.