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eXP Extended Exposure Sheathing

eXP Extended Exposure Sheathing
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Gold Bond eXP ® 06 16 43/NGC BRAND 2 ® Extended Exposure Sheathing

Exterior Walls and the Building Envelope The separation between the interior and the exterior environments of a building is commonly referred to as the building envelope. The building envelope serves as the outer shell which protects and regulates the indoor environment. Exterior walls and soffits are critical elements of any building envelope. These assemblies are constructed with a wide variety of designs and finishes, most of which require a sheathing attached to outside framing as a water resistant underlayment for various exterior cladding materials. These exterior surfaces are...

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Gold Bond BRAND eXP Extended Exposure Sheathing 2 ® ® Coated Fiberglass Mat Enhanced Moisture and Mold Resistant Gypsum Core Description e²XP Sheathing is a moisture and mold resistant gypsum panel designed for attachment to the outside of sidewall and soffit framing as a water resistant underlayment for various exterior materials. e²XP Sheathing is manufactured with an enhanced moisture and mold resistant core and facer. The facer is composed of a coated fiberglass mat which provides superior weather resistant capabilities. It is produced in 1/2" and 5/8", 4' wide. e²XP Sheathing is...

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Installation Safety Technical Data Recommendations The following standard work practices are recommended: Installers should wear long pants and a long-sleeved loose fitting shirt. Protective gloves and special eye protection (goggles or safety glasses with side shields) should be used. A dust mask should be worn when sanding and additional breathing protection may be needed in extremely dusty conditions. Do not use a power saw to cut this product. Fire Resistance Ratings Ⅵ e²XP Sheathing must be installed in accordance with Gypsum Association document GA-253, ASTM C 1280, or National Gypsum...

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Fire-Rated Assemblies UL LISTED e2XP SHEATHING EXTERIOR PARTITIONS – STEEL FRAMING Fire Rating 1 hr. Load Bearing UL Design No. U425 Description 1 hr. U465 5/8" e2XP Sheathing applied vertically to exterior side of 3-5/8" steel studs 24"o.c. 5/8" Fire-Shield Gypsum Board applied vertically to interior side. Joints staggered on opposite side. 2 hr. Load Bearing U425 Two layers 5/8" e2XP Sheathing applied vertically to exterior side of 3-1/2", 20 gauge steel studs 24"o.c. Two layers 5/8" Fire-Shield Gypsum Board applied vertically to interior side. Joints staggered each layer and side. 2 hr....

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