GypWall CLASSIC

The definitive metal stud partition system

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GypWall CLASSIC is the industry’s original lightweight drywall partition system, providing cost-effective, multi-purpose solutions
suitable for all types of buildings.

GypWall CLASSIC
Key facts
• Lightweight system solution
• Range of stud and plasterboard options to match performance requirements
• Satisfies BS 5234 requirements up to and including Severe Duty1
• 30 - 180 minhutes fire resistance to BS, EN and ASTM standards
• Achieves high levels of sound insulation up to Rw 59dB
• Accommodates services within the stud cavity
• Can allow for deflection at the head
1
Refer to Basic principles of system design - Robustness

Applications
Due to the design flexibility of Gyproc systems, they can be tailored to meet the requirements of a wide range of applications.

Sector
Office / commercial Retail Sport and leisure

Education Healthcare Industrial

Villa residential Apartment buildings High-rise multi-occupancy

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 System components

Gypframe metal products Board products

50 S 50 ’C’ Stud Length Gyproc Regular 2
3000mm Thickness 12.5, 12.7, 15, 15.9mm
Width 1200mm
70 S 50 ’C’ Stud Length
GypWall CLASSIC

3000mm Gyproc Moisture Resistant 2

Thickness 12.5, 12.7, 15, 15.9mm
92 S 50 ’C’ Stud Length Width 1200mm
3000mm
1, 2
Gyproc FireStop
150 S 50 ’C’ Stud Length Thickness 12.5, 12.7, 15, 15.9mm
3000mm Width 1200mm

70 I 70 ’I’ Stud Length 1

Moisture resistant (MR) versions 2 Available
3000mm of the above board is specified in with Activ’Air
intermittent wet use areas, e.g. and M2TECH
shower cubicles. technology.

100 I 80 ’I’ Stud Length

3000mm Fixing and finishing products

Gyproc Wafer Head Drywall Screws

150 I 90 ’I’ Stud Length For Gypframe metal-to-metal fixing less than
3000mm 0.8mm thick.
or
Gyproc Wafer Head Jack-Point Screws
Standard Floor Channels
52 C 50 For Gypframe metal-to-metal fixing 0.8mm thick or
72 C 50 greater
94 C 50
102 C 50 Gyproc Drywall Screws
152 C 50
For fixing boards to Gypframe metal framing less
Deep Flange Floor Channels than 0.8mm thick.
52 DC 60
72 DC 60 or
102 DC 60 Gyproc Jack-Point Screws
94 DC 60 For fixing boards to Gypframe metal framing 0.8mm
152 DC 60 thick or greater.
Extra Deep Flange Floor & Ceiling Channels
52 EDC 80
72 EDC 80 Gyproc Jointing Compound
94 EDC 80 For seamless jointing.
102 EDC 80
152 EDC 80
All channels are available in 3000mm
Gyproc M2TECH Jointing Compound
103 FC 50 Fixing Channel Length For seamless jointing. Specially developed for
2400mm high moisture and mold-prone environments.

Gyproc Paper Tape

103 FC 90 Fixing Channel Length For joint reinforcement.
2400mm

Gyproc Fibre Tape

For joint reinforcement.
153 FC 90 Fixing Channel Length
2400mm
Gyproc M2TECH Fibre Tape
For joint reinforcement.
GFS1 Fixing Strap Length Comes with an anti-microbial coating .
2400mm

Gyproc FireStrip
GA6 Splayed Angle Length For fire-stopping deflection heads
3000mm

Service Support Plate Length

92mm
FUTURE PROOF

Eligible for the

Corner Bead 25, 81mm
SpecSure warranty
from Gyproc
Edge Bead 9.5, 12.5, 15mm

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 System components (continued)

Fixing and finishing products (continued)

Insulation products
GypFine Board Skim Plaster
For skimming plasterboard surfaces to Q4/L5 finish. Isover Acoustic Partition Roll
25mm, 50mm and 75mm, for improved acoustic
performance.

GypWall CLASSIC
Gyproc Sealant Stone mineral wool by KIMMCO
For sealing air gaps in systems to maintain optimum For fire stopping, where required.
acoustic performance.

Installation overview

1
1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8

Gypframe Channel is fixed at the head and base. Gypframe ‘C’
or ‘I’ studs are fitted vertically to friction-fit within the
channel sections and to abutments, to form the framework.
This allows for adjustment during boarding. Studs should be
fitted so as to all face the same direction. Additional framing
is installed as required to support heavy fixtures. Insulation is
installed into the cavity-formed frameworks. Gyproc Sealant
is applied to the frame perimeters to seal airpaths. Boards are
screw-fixed to framing members to form the lining.
Horizontal joints in face layer boards should be backed with
Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap or stud noggings.
Openings
Details for openings differ according to Duty requirements.
See Design - Door openings later for further details.
Services
Electrical and other services are normally installed after one
side is boarded. Horizontal runs are routed through
pre-formed cut-outs in the studs. Gypframe 103 FC 50 or
suitable stud noggings can be installed between studs to
support recessed switch boxes / socket outlets, or a high
performance socket box detail used where higher acoustic
performance is required.

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 Table 1 – GypWall CLASSIC 50mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs - single and multiple layer board linings.
Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS 476: Part 22: 1987, ASTM E119, ANSI / UL 263 and NFPA 251

1 2 3

One layer of board each side of 50mm One layer of board each side of 50mm Two layers of board each side of 50mm
GypWall CLASSIC

Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table. 25mm Isover APR in the cavity. Linings as in table.
Linings as in table.

4 5

Two layers of board each side of 50mm Three layers of board each side of 50mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
25mm Isover APR in the cavity. 25mm Isover APR in the cavity.
Linings as in table. Linings as in table.

For single layer Severe Duty solutions please refer to GypWall ROBUST section

Detail Partition Board Lining Maximum partition Sound insulation Duty Approx. System
thickness type thickness heights1 Rw rating weight reference

mm mm mm dB kg/m2

30 minutes fire resistance

1 77 Regular 1 x 12.52 2500 34 Medium 18 A206001

2
2 77 Regular 1 x 12.5 2500 40 Medium 18 A206033
1 82 Regular 1 x 15 2800 36 Medium 21 A206002
2 82 Regular 1 x 15 2800 42 Medium 21 A206034

60 minutes fire resistance

1 82 FireStop 1 x 15 2800 36 Heavy 24 A206066

2 82 FireStop 1 x 15 2800 42 Heavy 24 A206098
3 102 Regular 2 x 12.5 3400 42 Severe 35 A206003
4 102 Regular 2 x 12.5 3400 49 Severe 35 A206035

90 minutes fire resistance

3 112 Regular 2 x 15 3700 45 Severe 42 A206004

4 112 Regular 2 x 15 3700 49 Severe 42 A206036
5 127 Regular 3 x 12.5 3700 53 Severe 56 A206187

120 minutes fire resistance

3 102 FireStop 2 x 12.5 3400 42 Severe 40 A206067

4 102 FireStop 2 x 12.5 3400 49 Severe 40 A206099

1
Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. Greater heights can be achieved through the use of Gypframe ‘I’ Studs, or reduced stud centres.
Refer to Principles of robust design.
2
Fire resistance to BS476 only.
3
Available with M2TECH and Activ’Air. For more details, refer to Plasterboard types on page 61.
NB The fire resistance and sound insulation performances are for imperforate partitions, walls and ceilings incorporating boards with all joints taped and filled,
according to Gyproc recommendations. The quoted performances are achieved only if Gyproc components are used throughout, and the company’s fixing
recommendations are strictly observed. Any variation in the specifications should be checked with Gyproc.

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Table 2 – GypWall CLASSIC 70mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs - single layer board linings.
Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS 476: Part 22: 1987, ASTM E119, ANSI / UL 263 & NFPA 251

1 2 3

One layer of board each side of 70mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table.
One layer of board each side of 70mm Gypframe
‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
25mm Isover APR in the cavity.
Linings as in table.
GypWall CLASSIC
One layer of board each side of 70mm Gypframe
‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
50mm Isover APR in the cavity.
Linings as in table.

For single layer Severe Duty solutions please refer to GypWall ROBUST section

Detail Partition Board Lining Maximum partition Sound insulation Duty Approx. System
thickness type3 thickness heights2 Rw rating weight reference

mm mm mm dB kg/m2

30 minutes fire resistance

1 97 Regular 1 x 12.52 3600 36 Medium 18 A206013

2
2 97 Regular 1 x 12.5 3600 42 Medium 18 A206045
3 97 Regular 1 x 12.52 3600 43 Medium 19 A206138
1 102 Regular 1 x 15 3800 38 Medium 22 A206014
2 102 Regular 1 x 15 3800 43 Medium 22 A206046
3 102 Regular 1 x 15 3800 44 Medium 22 A206139

60 minutes fire resistance

1 102 FireStop 1 x 15 3800 37 Heavy 24 A206078

2 102 FireStop 1 x 15 3800 43 Heavy 24 A206110
3 102 FireStop 1 x 15 3800 44 Heavy 25 A206141

1
Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. Greater heights can be achieved through the use of Gypframe ‘I’ Studs, or reduced stud centres.
Refer to Principles of robust design section.
2
Fire resistance to BS476 only.
3
Available with M2TECH and Activ’Air. For more details, refer to Plasterboard types on page 61.
NB The fire resistance and sound insulation performances are for imperforate partitions, walls and ceilings incorporating boards with all joints taped and filled,
according to Gyproc recommendations. The quoted performances are achieved only if Gyproc components are used throughout, and the company’s fixing
recommendations are strictly observed. Any variation in the specifications should be checked with Gyproc.

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 Table 3 – GypWall CLASSIC 70mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs - multiple layer board linings.
Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS 476: Part 22: 1987, ASTM E119, ANSI / UL 263 & NFPA 251

1 2 3
GypWall CLASSIC

Two layers of board each side of
70mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm
centres. Linings as in table.
4 5
Two layers of board each side of 70mm Gypframe Two layers of board each side of 70mm Gypframe
‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
25mm Isover APR in the cavity. 50mm Isover APR in the cavity.
Linings as in table. Linings as in table.

Three layers of board each side of 70mm Three layers of board each side of 70mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table. 50mm Isover APR in the cavity.
Linings as in table.

For single layer Severe Duty solutions please refer to GypWall ROBUST section

Detail Partition Board Lining Maximum partition Sound insulation Duty Approx. System
thickness type thickness heights1 Rw rating weight reference

mm mm mm dB kg/m2

60 minutes fire resistance

1 122 Regular 2 x 12.5 4600 45 Severe 35 A206015

2 122 Regular 2 x 12.5 4600 49 Severe 35 A206047
3 122 Regular 2 x 12.5 4600 50 Severe 36 A206142

90 minutes fire resistance

1 132 Regular 2 x 15 4900 46 Severe 42 A206016

2 132 Regular 2 x 15 4900 50 Severe 42 A206048
5 147 Regular 3 x 12.5 4900 56 Severe 56 A206231

120 minutes fire resistance

1 122 FireStop 2 x 12.5 4600 46 Severe 40 A206079

2 122 FireStop 2 x 12.5 4600 49 Severe 40 A206111
3 122 FireStop 2 x 12.5 4600 50 Severe 41 A206144

180 minutes fire resistance

4 162 FireStop 3 x 15 4900 51 Severe 70 A206252

5 162 FireStop 3 x 15 4900 56 Severe 71 A206252A

1
Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. Greater heights can be achieved through the use of Gypframe ‘I’ Studs, or reduced stud centres.
Refer to Principles of robust design section.
2
Available with M2TECH and Activ’Air. For more details, refer to Plasterboard types on page 61.
NB The fire resistance and sound insulation performances are for imperforate partitions, walls and ceilings incorporating boards with all joints taped and filled,
according to Gyproc recommendations. The quoted performances are achieved only if Gyproc components are used throughout, and the company’s fixing
recommendations are strictly observed. Any variation in the specifications should be checked with Gyproc.

NB For heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, Gypframe Deep Channels should be used at base and at head (subject to deflection criteria).

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 Table 4 – GypWall CLASSIC 92mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs - single and multiple layer board linings.
Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS 476: Part 22: 1987, ASTM E119, ANSI / UL 263 and NFPA 251

1 2 3 4

GypWall CLASSIC
One layer of board each side of 92mm One layer of board each side of 92mm One layer of board each side of 92mm Two layers of board each side
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. of 92mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs
Linings as in table. 25mm Isover APR in the cavity. 50mm Isover APR in the cavity. at 600mm centres. Linings as in table.
Linings as in table. Linings as in table.

5 6 7

Two layers of board each side of 92mm Three layers of board each side of 92mm Three layers of board each side of 92mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
25mm Isover APR in the cavity. Linings as in table. 25mm Isover APR in the cavity.
Linings as in table. Linings as in table.

For single layer Severe Duty solutions please refer to GypWall ROBUST section

Detail Partition Board Lining Maximum partition Sound insulation Duty Approx. System
thickness type thickness heights1 Rw rating weight reference

mm mm mm dB kg/m2

30 minutes fire resistance

1 119 Regular 1 x 12.52 4500 36 Medium 19 A206013A

2 119 Regular 1 x 12.52 4500 42 Medium 20 A206045A
3 2
119 Regular 1 x 12.5 4500 43 Medium 20 A206138A

60 minutes fire resistance

4 144 Regular 2 x 12.5 5700 45 Severe 37 A206015A

5 144 Regular 2 x 12.5 5700 49 Severe 38 A206047A
1 124 FireStop 1 x 15 4700 40 Heavy 25 A206265
2 124 FireStop 1 x 15 4700 44 Heavy 25 A206266
3 124 FireStop 1 x 15 4700 44 Heavy 25 A206141A

90 minutes fire resistance

4 154 Regular 2 x 15 5900 46 Severe 44 A206016A

5 154 Regular 2 x 15 5900 50 Severe 45 A206048A
7 169 Regular 3 x 12.5 5900 56 Severe 56 A206270

120 minutes fire resistance

4 144 FireStop 2 x 12.5 5700 46 Severe 40 A206079A

5 144 FireStop 2 x 12.5 5700 49 Severe 41 A206111A
4 154 FireStop 2 x 15 5900 50 Severe 52 A206273
5 154 FireStop 2 x 15 5900 52 Severe 52 A206274

180 minutes fire resistance

6 184 FireStop 3 x 15 5900 52 Severe 71 A206252B

7 184 FireStop 3 x 15 5900 56 Severe 72 A206252C
1
Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. Greater heights can be achieved through the use of Gypframe ‘I’ Studs, or reduced stud centres.
Refer to Principles of robust design section.
2
Fire resistance to BS476 only.
3
Available with M2TECH and Activ’Air. For more details, refer to Plasterboard types on page 61.
NB The fire resistance and sound insulation performances are for imperforate partitions, walls and ceilings incorporating boards with all joints taped and filled,
according to Gyproc recommendations. The quoted performances are achieved only if Gyproc components are used throughout, and the company’s fixing
recommendations are strictly observed. Any variation in the specifications should be checked with Gyproc.
NB For heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, Gypframe Deep Channels should be used at base and at head (subject to deflection criteria).
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 Table 5 – GypWall CLASSIC 150mm Gypframe ‘C’ Studs multiple layer board linings.
Solutions to satisfy the requirements of BS 476: Part 22: 1987, ASTM E119, ANSI / UL 263 and NFPA 251

1 2 3
GypWall CLASSIC

Two layers of board each side of 150mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table.
4 5
Two layers of board each side of 150mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
25mm Isover APR in the cavity.
Linings as in table.
6
Two layers of board each side of 150mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
50mm Isover APR in the cavity.
Linings as in table.

Three layers of board each side of 150mm Three layers of board each side of 150mm Three layers of board each side of 150mm
Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres. Gypframe ‘C’ Studs at 600mm centres.
Linings as in table. 25mm Isover APR in the cavity. 50mm Isover APR in the cavity.
Linings as in table. Linings as in table.

For single layer Severe Duty solutions please refer to GypWall ROBUST section

Detail Partition Board Lining Maximum partition Sound insulation Duty Approx. System
thickness type thickness heights1 Rw rating weight reference

mm mm mm dB kg/m2

60 minutes fire resistance

1 202 Regular 2 x 12.5 7600 50 Severe 35 A206027

2 202 Regular 2 x 12.5 7600 51 Severe 35 A206059
3 202 Regular 2 x 12.5 7600 51 Severe 36 A206149

90 minutes fire resistance

1 212 Regular 2 x 15 7900 50 Severe 42 A206028

2 212 Regular 2 x 15 7900 51 Severe 42 A206060
4 227 Regular 3 x 12.5 7900 56 Severe 56 A206179
5 227 Regular 3 x 12.5 7900 58 Severe 57 A206211
6 227 Regular 3 x 12.5 7900 59 Severe 57 A206243

120 minutes fire resistance

1 202 FireStop 2 x 12.5 7600 50 Severe 40 A206091

2 202 FireStop 2 x 12.5 7600 51 Severe 40 A206123
3 202 FireStop 2 x 12.5 7600 51 Severe 41 A206151

180 minutes fire resistance

4 242 FireStop 3 x 15 7900 56 Severe 72 A206256

5 242 FireStop 3 x 15 7900 58 Severe 73 A206256A
6 242 FireStop 3 x 15 7900 59 Severe 73 A206256B

1
Based on a limiting deflection of L/240 at 200 Pa. Greater heights can be achieved through the use of Gypframe ‘I’ Studs, or reduced stud centres.
Refer to Principles of robust design section.

2
Available with M2TECH and Activ’Air. For more details, refer to Plasterboard types on page 61.

NB The fire resistance and sound insulation performances are for imperforate partitions, walls and ceilings incorporating boards with all joints taped and filled,
according to Gyproc recommendations. The quoted performances are achieved only if Gyproc components are used throughout, and the company’s fixing
recommendations are strictly observed. Any variation in the specifications should be checked with Gyproc.
NB For heights between 4200mm and 8000mm, Gypframe Deep Channels should be used at base and at head (subject to deflection criteria).

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 Design
Planning - key factors
The position of services and heavy fixtures should be
pre-determined and their installation planned into the frame
erection stage.
Cavity fire barriers
Minimum 12.5mm Gyproc plasterboard, screw-fixed into the
web of perimeter channels or vertical studs, will provide a
satisfactory closure to flame or smoke.
Refer to section - Cavity fire barriers.
Services
Penetrations
Penetrations of fire-resistant or sound-insulating constructions
for services need careful consideration to ensure that the
performance of the element is not downgraded and also that
the services themselves do not act as the mechanism of fire
spread or sound transmission.
Independent support
When designing for the installation of services such as fire
dampers and associated ductwork through a GypWall
partition, consideration should be given to the size and
weight of the damper - this will determine whether it can be
supported directly from the partition or needs to be
independently supported from the structure.
Electrical
The installation of electrical services should be carried out in
accordance with the relevant controlling authority and / or
procedures. The cut-outs in the studs can be used for routing
electrical and other small services (see Construction details –
1). Switch boxes and socket outlets can be supported from
Gypframe 103 FC 50 Fixing Channel fixed horizontally
between studs, or a high performance socket box detail used
where higher acoustic performance is required.
Cables should be protected by conduit, or other suitable
precautions taken to prevent abrasion when they pass
through the metal frame.
Fixing floor and ceiling channels
Gypframe Channels must be securely fixed with a row of
fixings at 600mm maximum centres. For 94mm channels
and above, two rows of staggered fixings are required, each
row at 600mm centres and each fixing 25mm in from the
flange. If the floor is uneven, a 38mm thick timber sole plate
equal to the width of the channel should be used.
If the concrete or screeded floor is new, consideration should
be given to the installation of a damp-proof membrane
between the floor surface and the channel or sole plate.
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Door openings
The designer should consider thickness tolerances of the
partition types in relation to the proposed door frame detail.
Standard door frame detailing to suit BS 5234 Light and
Medium Duty applications is shown in Construction details –
20. Detailing to satisfy BS 5234 requirements for Heavy and
Severe Duty is shown in Construction details – 21 - 22. The
GypWall CLASSIC
door manufacturer should also be consulted in relation to
door details.
Framing surround for openings
Where services such as horizontal ducts, fire dampers and
access panels are required to penetrate the wall, their
position should be pre-determined in order that a framed
opening can be provided. The openings should be
constructed using established metal stud procedures. See
Construction details – 26 - 27.
Control joints
Control joints may be required in the partition to relieve
stresses induced by expansion and contraction of the
structure (see Construction details – 12). They should
coincide with movement joints within the surrounding
structure.
Deflection heads
Partition head deflection designs may be necessary to
accommodate deflections in the supporting floor. Deflection
heads may also be required to the underside of roof
structures subjected to positive and negative pressures. Refer
to Construction details – 16 - 19.
Fixtures
Lightweight fixtures can be made directly to the partition
linings. Medium weight fixtures can be made to Gypframe 99
FC 50 Fixing Channel. Heavyweight fixtures (to BS 5234) such
as wash basins and wall cupboards, can be fixed using
Gypframe Service Support Plate.
Refer to section 3.4 – Service penetrations and fixing into
drywall systems.
Board finishing
Refer to section 9 – Finishing systems and decorative effects.
Access for maintenance
Gyproc Access Panels are available to provide access for
maintenance. Access panels must be fully compatible with
drywall construction and match the fire rating of the
partition.
Plasterboard Types
The plasterboards shown in the performance tables
throughout these White Book sections are typically Regular
or FireStop boards. It is possible to have additional properties
of MR (Moisture Resistance), M2TECH (moisture & mold
resistance) or Activ’Air (to improve indoor air quality) added
to these plasterboard types. Using these 'enhanced versions'
of the plasterboards will not have any detrimental effect on
either the fire, acoustic or structural performances as shown
in the performance tables in these White Book sections.
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1 Service cut-outs - Gypframe ‘C’ and Gypframe ‘I’ studs

Studs Base with timber sole plate 3
Centres
at
600mm
thereafter 1

1479mm 2
GypWall CLASSIC

70mm 70mm 70mm 70mm 11

27mm 27mm 27mm 27mm

6
879mm

3
279mm

50mm 70mm 92mm 100mm 150mm

Stud Stud Stud Stud Stud
8

2 Head and base Junction with masonry and stop end detail 4
4 4

3 9

10

2
1

6
‘T’ junction for 50/70mm stud - single layer 5a

3
2

5b ‘T’ junction for 92/150mm stud - single layer

1 Gyproc plasterboard
2 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud
3 Gypframe Floor & Ceiling Channel
4 Gyproc Sealant
2 5 Bulk fill with Gyproc jointing materials (where gap exceeds 5mm)
6 Skirting
1 7 Floating screed on resilient layer
8 Timber sole plate suitably fixed to structure
9 Internal blockwork
10 GypLyner wall lining system
11 Isover insulation

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6 ‘T’ Junction when partition with higher acoustic performance ‘T’ junction to optimise acoustic performance and reduce 7
abuts a partition with lower acoustic performance. Acoustic flanking transmission
principles only - detail may not be suitable for all solutions

2
2

GypWall CLASSIC
1
1

3 3

8 Four way junction to optimise acoustic performance and Splayed corner 9

reduce flanking transmission

2
4
1

3
4

10 Corner detail for 50/70mm stud - single layer Corner detail for 50/70mm stud - double layer 10a

1 1

2
2

11 Corner detail for 92/150mm stud - single layer Corner detail for 92/150mm stud- double layer 11a

1 1

2
2

GA6 Splayed Angle

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12 Typical control joint Gypframe 103 FC 50 Fixing Channel (short legs flattened at 13
stud positions) for medium weight fixtures

16
mm
12 12
mm mm 2
GypWall CLASSIC

3
1

1
4

14 Gypframe 103 FC 90 Fixing Channel for medium weight Gypframe Service Support Plate 14a
fixtures

2 2

7
5
1

1 8

15 Stud Splice Detail - Gypframe ‘C’ Stud Stud Splice Detail - Gypframe ‘I’ Stud 15a
300

Gypframe ‘C’ studs Gypframe ‘I’ studs

overlapped by sleeved with minimum
minimum 600mm & 600mm length of
600

locked together using Gypframe channel &

600

two Gyproc Wafer head fixed together with 2

screws (total 4 no. fixing no. Gyproc wafer head
per stud overlap) screws to top & bottom
studs on both flanges (8
total)
300

1 Gyproc plasterboard 5 Gypframe 103 FC 50 Fixing Channel

2 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud 6 Gypframe 103 FC 90 Fixing Channel
3 Stone mineral wool (minimum 23kg/m3) (by KIMMCO) 7 Gypframe Service Support Plate
4 Control Joint 8 18mm plywood

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16 Deflection head for 15mm downward movement and Deflection head for 15mm downward movement and up to 17
60 minutes fire resistance 120 minutes fire resistance

7 7

GypWall CLASSIC
6 6

15mm 15mm

15mm 15mm
4
4

15mm (bottom 9
20mm
of channel to top
of stud nogging
3
109

2 2

1 1

18 Deflection head for plus or minus 25mm movement and Deflection head for 50mm downward movement and 19
60 minutes fire resistance 60 minutes fire resistance

7 7

8
50mm
25mm 8

7
50mm
25mm 7
5

5
55mm
30mm

3 3

3 2
3 1

1 Gyproc plasterboard Gyproc CoreBoard

2 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud Gyproc FireStrip (continuous)
3 Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap Timber head plate suitably fixed to structure
4 Gypframe Deep Channel suitably fixed through fire-stop to Stone mineral wool (minimum 33kg/m3) (by others) retained by
structure at 600mm stud nogging
5 Gypframe Extra Deep Channel fixed to timber head plate Nogging cut from Gypframe ‘C’ Stud

NB No fixings should be made through the boards into the flanges of the head channel. The arrow ( ) denotes the position of the uppermost board fixing,
which should be made into Gypframe GFS1 Fixing Strap (or stud nogging in Construction details - 17). Continuous Intumescent Firestrip must be installed as
shown to maintain fire performance. Where there is a need for a deflection head in a 90 minute wall, the 120 minute solution can be used (refer to Construction
details - 17) or alternatively, please contact the Gyproc Technical Team for further guidance.

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 Construction Details

20 Door frame to satisfy BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Light and Medium Duty. Suitable for door weights upto 35kg.
GypWall CLASSIC

150mm
4

1200mm 1200mm

1 Gyproc plasterboard 5 Timber door frame and architrave

2 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud 6 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud to maintain stud module
3 Gypframe Channel 7 Timber sub-frame
4 Gypframe Channel cut and bent to form door head

NB Advice should be sought from the door manufacturer prior to the construction of these details.

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21 Door frame to satisfy BS 5234: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Heavy and Severe Duty. Suitable for door weights upto 60kg.
For door weights in excess of 60kg, please contact Gyproc Technical Team.

GypWall CLASSIC
150mm
4

2
300mm

1200mm 1200mm

150mm

1 Gyproc plasterboard 5 Timber door frame and architrave

2 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud 6 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud to maintain stud module
3 Gypframe Channel to sleeve studs 7 Gypframe Channel cut and bent to extend up studs
4 Gypframe Channel cut and bent to form door head

NB Advice should be sought from the door manufacturer prior to the construction of these details.

NB At the base, the channel is cut and bent to extend 300mm up the studs and fixed each side with two Gyproc Wafer Head Drywall Screws. The studs each side

of the opening are sleeved full height of opening with Gypframe Channel.

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22 Alternative ‘reduced plasterboard waste’ door frame detail to satisfy BS 5324: Parts 1 & 2: 1992 - Heavy and Severe Duty.
Suitable for door weights upto 60kg. For door weights above 60kg, please contact Gyproc Technical Team.
GypWall CLASSIC

8
7

150mm
4

2
300mm

1200mm 1200mm 1200mm

150mm

1 Gyproc plasterboard 6 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud to maintain stud module

2 Gypframe ‘C’ Stud 7 Gypframe ‘C’ Studs fixed back to back with Gyproc Drywall Screws at
3 Gypframe Channel to sleeve studs 300mm centres staggered
4 Gypframe Channel cut and bent to form door head 8 Plasterboard infill (same type as lining) cut to fit between studs
5 Timber door frame and architrave 9 Gypframe Channel cut and bent to extend up studs

NB Advice should be sought from the door manufacturer prior to the construction of these details.

NB At the base, the channel is cut and bent to extend 300mm up the studs and fixed each side with two Gyproc Wafer Head Drywall Screws. The studs each side

of the opening are sleeved full height of opening with Gypframe Channel.

NB The principle of this alternative detail is only suitable for GypWall CLASSIC and GypWall ROBUST for fixed head situations only.

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23 Board layout - typical configuration

GypWall CLASSIC
5

24 Horizontal board joint - double layer Horizontal board joint - single layer 25

6
6

7
7

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26 Opening upto 1200mm wide for service penetrations in fire-rated partitions with fixed heads.
For openings where deflection heads are specified, contact the Gyproc Techincal Team.

Section X - X 2

1
GypWall CLASSIC

Elevation

Section Y - Y

27 Fire tested construction in which the damper is supported by the partition (isometric view)

4 Penetration seal as tested by damper manufacturer or proprietary

alternative, confirmed as compatible by system designer / specifier
(Plasterboard lining around opening may not be required)
5 Damper (by others). Weight of damper should not exceed 57kg. Size of
damper should not exceed 1400 x 1200mm

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28 Opening up to 1800mm wide for glazed screen (detail may vary according to weight of glazing. Contact the Gyproc Technical Team for
guidance).

GypWall CLASSIC
150mm
1

29 Boxed Gypframe ‘C’ Studs for improved strength and robustness Expanded metal lath between board layers for additional security 30

6
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5
5

Gypframe Channel cut and bent to form opening head and cill Gyproc plasterboard
Gypframe ‘C’ Stud 6 Gypframe boxed ‘C’ Stud
Additional Gypframe ‘C’ Studs to suit stud module Expamet Securilath MD1 (2076F) or similar, bedded on vertical beads of
Glazed screen frame fully fixed around opening perimeter Gyproc Sealant at 300mm centres and fixed to studs

NB For openings greater than 1800mm, contact the Gyproc Technical Team.

NB When using detail 29 and/or 30 for improved strength, robustness and security, we would also recommend the use of Gyproc DuraLine for greater impact
resistance. See the GypWall ROBUST section for further details.

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