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ACS 25/15 Framefix Channel & 4000 Range Ties

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ACS4000/100

ACS Stainless Steel Fixings Ltd Variant:

Framefix brick tie channel and tie system.......

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Application

Designed to allow an outer leaf of a cavity wall constructed from masonry to be tied to a light steel frame or another structural element through insulation using a suitable fixing.

Description

ACS Framefix™ is designed to allow an outer leaf of a cavity wall constructed from masonry to be tied to a light steel frame or another structural element through mineral wool using a suitable fixing. The system comprises of a number of elements that work together to create a high strength structural restraint assembly.


The channel itself is formed from Ultra Steel allowing higher capacities than plain steel channels. Along the channel are a number of pre-punched holes which are spaced at close centres to allow the fixing point to be selected depending on the application. For light gauge steel frames the smaller hole is designed to be used with ACS high thread self drilling fixings. All ACS fixings used with Framefix™ systems are supplied in stainless steel based upon independent reporting and testing by leading

industry consultants Sandberg LLP.


At each fixing point, a composite, high compressive strength sleeve is located to provide a high capacity fixing detail at even the largest of insulation thicknesses used on modern construction sites.


Once fixed, ACS 4000 range wall ties can be positioned at any point along the channel to suit the coursing of the masonry panel.


Features and benefits:

  • Austenitic stainless steel, 1.4301 (304) grade.
  • UKCA / CE+UKNI marked.
  • Lucideon tested.
  • Masonry - channel tie.
  • 2700 mm standard length.
  • Compression sleeves.
  • Stainless steel fixings (extended lifespan when compared to zinc-coated alternatives).


Compression Sleeves:

The ACS Framefix™ system is supplied with compression sleeves which correspond to the thickness of the insulation specified. The tubes are designed to ensure that the compressive strength and stability of the channel tie system are both achieved and maintained by preventing the channel deflecting into and compressing the insulation during installation, and whilst under normal load. The tubes are manufactured from a fire-resistant composite material with thermal conductivity of 0.600 W/mK. Sleeve lengths should be selected to correspond with insulation thickness.

General information

Color

Grey

Finish

Natural

Material

Stainless steel

Length

2700 mm

Width

25 mm

Height

15 mm

Warranty description

60 year

Guidance for specification option:

If used within the building envelope in a non-coastal location the system can be offered with a 60-year warranty.

Uniclass

Pr_20_85_84_87 Surface-mounted channelsPrimary
Pr_20_85_84_20 Channel slot ties

CAWS

F30/40 Surface-mounted channels/ slots

F30/242 Surface-mounted channels/ slots

F30/41 Channel/ slot ties

F30/245 Channel/ slot ties

Specification data - Surface-mounted channels

Standard

To BS EN 845-1.

Material

Austenitic stainless steel, 1.4301 (304) grade.

Fixing type

Stainless steel fixings combined with composite compression sleeves.

Guidance for specification option:

Extended lifespan when compared to zinc-coated alternatives.

Profile

Rectangular.

Size (w x d)

25 x 15 mm.

Length

2.7 m.

Type

PD 6697 Type 1 (Masonry – heavy duty).

PD 6697 Type 2 (Masonry – general purpose).

PD 6697 Type 3 (Masonry – basic).

Wall tie size

100 mm.

Accessories

Fire-resistant composite compression sleeve.

Guidance for specification option:

Composite sleeve with a thermal conductivity of 0.6 W/mK, offering a lower thermal transfer value when compared with stainless steel sleeve alternatives. The sleeves have a Class 2 fire resistance to BS 476 Part 7.

Consult literature for details and installation requirements.

Cavity

40–65 mm clear.

Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials

No

Country of product manufacture

United Kingdom

Recyclability

Stainless steel components fully recyclable

BIM objects

BOS

NBS BIM Object Standard

This BIM object has been authored to meet the requirements of the NBS BIM Object Standard.

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Platform Compatible Version
Revit
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1

IFC
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1

Literature

ACS 25/15 Framefix Channel

ACS 25/15 Framefix Channel