GRID-MASTER™
EIFS FASTENING SYSTEM

Product Report No.90401


Selector Guide

Part No. PIN / PLATE / FUEL PACK CONTENTS APPLICATION
Plate Qty Pin/Nail Qty Fuel Cell Wgt EPS Thickness Substrate
2195900 PB10 1000 1-1/4" Pin 1000 1 16.0 1" Hollow Block, Concrete, Brick
2196900 PB15 1000 1-1/2" Pin 1000 1 18.0 1-1/2" Hollow Block, Concrete, Brick
2197900 PB15 1000 2" Pin 1000 1 19.0 2" Hollow Block, Concrete, Brick
2198900 PB10 1000 1-3/4" Nail 1000 1 16.5 1", 1-1/2" 1/2", 3/8" Plywood or Lumber
2193900

Grid-Master Tool - Complete in Plastic Case with: (2) Rechargeable Batteries; (1) Charger and A.C. Adapter; (1) Hex Key; (1) Safety Goggles; and Operator and Repair Manuals. Weight = 17 lbs.

Note: (1000) Fastenings per fuel cell.  (8) Hour usage from fully charged battery ( Approximately 3,000 fastenings).


Performance Data

Pullout in Concrete / Masonry
(Smooth Shank Pin)

 

Average Ultimate Pounds

Pin Embedment

3/4" 1/2" 1/4"
Hollow Block 300 300 227
Concrete
(3M PSI Min.)
348 276 -----
EPS Thickness 1" 1-1/2" -----
Pin Length 1-1/4" 1-1/2" -----


Pin / Plate Pull Through
( Avg. Ultimate Pounds)

Plate Type

PB10 PB15
300 350


Insulation / Plate Pullover
(Avg. Ultimate Pounds)

EPS Thickness
1" 1-1/2" 2"
85 93 108


Pull Out in Wood ( Ring Shank Nail)

EPS
Thickness
Average Ultimate Pounds
Ext. Plywood Lumber
Thickness Embedment
1/2" 5/8" 3/4" 5/8" 1"
1" 122 166 256 ---- 222
1-1/2" 136 143 173 148 ----

All values are average ultimate pounds achieved under laboratory conditions. An appropriate safety factor must be applied to these values for design purpose.


GRID-MASTER™ SPACING GUIDELINES

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Pattern A
Wood, plywood, masonry concrete.

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Pattern B
Wood framing with non-screwable sheathing
( i.e., gypsum)

Wind Load Capacity
(Average Ultimate PSF, Negative Pressure)

1.0 lb EPS Pattern A Pattern B
1" 83 85
1-1/2" 105 104

* Pattern indicated and tested are based on typical, general industry guidelines. Please consult your EIFS Manufacturer for specific patterns and use of mechanical fasteners with adhesives.

* Testing was performed by Underwriters Laboratories per ASTM E330 and E331, Procedure B.


* Test data is applicable to Buildex Grid-Master Mechanical Fastening Systems only. For additional information call Buildex Technical Services at 800-323-0720.


INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

build31d.jpg (5369 bytes)  Fastening and pullout trial tests should be made on-site to determine optimum fastener length for the substrate conditions.

build31d.jpg (5369 bytes) Adjust depth nosepiece to achieve proper seating of washer.

build31d.jpg (5369 bytes) Consult EIFS System Manufacturers' Guidelines and recommendations for proper fastener spacings.

build31d.jpg (5369 bytes) Always read owners manual for instruction on proper use and safety.


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