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What is the primary advantage of the metal screw-on stud system?
What is the primary advantage of the metal screw-on stud system?
Which type of studs is used for load-bearing walls?
Which type of studs is used for load-bearing walls?
What limitation is mentioned regarding non-load-bearing metal stud partitions?
What limitation is mentioned regarding non-load-bearing metal stud partitions?
What feature distinguishes heavy-gauge studs from light-gauge studs?
What feature distinguishes heavy-gauge studs from light-gauge studs?
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What construction method is NOT recommended for metal stud partitions?
What construction method is NOT recommended for metal stud partitions?
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Flashcards
Nailable Steel Stud System
Nailable Steel Stud System
A metal stud system that uses a V-grip principle to fasten wood-grained surface panels to the studs. It's similar to other methods, with covers designed to fit the joints seamlessly.
Metal Screw-on Stud System
Metal Screw-on Stud System
A popular system for non-load-bearing partitions, often used for plumbing, electrical, and other utilities. It's quick to erect and uses self-tapping metal screws to fasten gypsum wallboard to studs and tracks.
Heavy-Gauge Studs for Load-Bearing Partitions
Heavy-Gauge Studs for Load-Bearing Partitions
Metal studs designed for load-bearing walls, typically made from 16-gauge steel. They are similar in shape and width to lighter-gauge studs and used in areas needing extra support, like around door openings.
Non Load-bearing Metal Stud Partitions
Non Load-bearing Metal Stud Partitions
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Staggered Stud Widths
Staggered Stud Widths
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Study Notes
Nailable Steel Stud Systems
- Employ the V-grip principle, fastening board-grained surface panels
- Similar to other systems, using T-shaped battens to fix the panels onto the studs
- Designed for decorative effects
- Useful for all kinds of building construction
Metal Screw-on Stud Systems
- A popular new construction method, used for supporting non-load-bearing partitions
- Quickly installs plumbing, electrical, and other services
- Composed of studs, tracks, and gypsum wallboard, similar to wood stud partitions
- Can replace conventional wood studs in residential and commercial buildings
- Suitable for areas requiring noncombustible walls
Heavy-Gauge Load-Bearing Studs
- These studs are channel-shaped, to fit the same tracks as light metal studs
- Suitable for load-bearing partitions, like those around doors where extra stiffeners are needed
- Use similar procedures as light-gage channel studs, but with different fasteners
- 3/8-inch drill-tip framing screws are used for load-bearing partitions
Non Load-Bearing Metal Stud Partitions
- Consists of lightweight galvanized steel channel studs, generally track set on floors and ceilings
- Covered with gypsum wallboard applied with self-tapping steel screws
- Stud widths available in 1 5/8", 2 1/2", 3", 3 3/8", and 4"
- Can be staggered for increased thickness, reducing sound transmission, or applied horizontally or vertically, in one or multiple layers
Studs and Partitions
- Easy routing of wires and conduits within the stud openings
- Splicing of odd lengths and creation of cripples reduces waste
- Limited to 16 feet in height, limited if exposed to moisture
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Description
Explore the various metal stud systems used in building construction with this quiz. Topics include nailable steel stud systems, metal screw-on stud systems, and heavy-gauge load-bearing studs. Test your knowledge on their applications and installation techniques.
