25 GA. Metal Studs
25 GA. Metal Studs
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I have been asked to look at an existing framed ceiling supported on partition walls. The walls are 3 5/8", 25 ga. drywall studs. Is there any documented load carrying capacity of these studs?
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RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
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RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
Mike McCann, PE, SE (WA)
RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
I would never allow 25 Ga in any sort of realistic load tranfer scenario.
RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
25 ga is flimsy.
RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
DaveAtkins
RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
1) They designate anything less than 20 gauge as non structural.
2) They don't provide axial capacities for anything less than 20 gauge.
4) They do provide allowable interior wall heights for 25 gauge under various internal air pressures. Sometimes they're considering sections composite with the drywall. Presumably, a 25 gauge stud wall can at least support its own weight as axial load.
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RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
RE: 25 GA. Metal Studs
Might be worth doing a thorough analysis if this is in the ballpark of what you need.