GRID-MATE™
Mechanical Fasteners
The original mechanical fastening system for Polymer Modified (PM) and Modified PB EIFS.
Applications
 | All Polymer Modified (PM) Systems. |
| Modified Stucco Systems. |
| Expanded lath over rigid insulation. |
| Fabric mesh over rigid insulation. |
| Wire mesh over rigid insulation. |
| Attaching rigid insulation to wood, steel, masonry, or concrete. |
Product Features
| Low profile design - seats flush without damaging the insulation or mesh. |
| "Keying Windows" provides a strong bond with all coatings. |
| Climacoat® and Climaseal® fasteners. |
| Available with stem for time-saving pre-spotting of the plate. |
Product Specifications
Diameter........1-3/4" Plate.............Part# 2115900
1-3/4" Plate with Stem...Part# 2117900
Material........White polypropylene
Corrosion Resistance...Climacoat
Kesternich Results (DIN 50018, 2.0L)
| 20 Cycles - 10% or less red rust |
Salt Spray Results (ASTM B117)
| 500 hours - 10% or less red rust |
Corrosion Resistance...Climaseal
Kesternich Results (DIN 50018, 2.0L)
| 30 Cycles - 10% or less red rust |
Salt Spray Results (ASTM B117)
| 720 hours - 10% or less red rust |
Selector Guide
| Part Number | Description | Carton Qty | Carton Weight | Application |
| Washer | ||||
| 2115900 | Grid-Mate | 1000 | 4.5 | - |
| 2117900 | Grid-Mate with Stem | 1000 | 5.0 | - |
| Wood/Light Metal - #2 Phillips Bugle Head, Climacoat®, Hi-Lo® Thread Form | ||||
| 2311500 | 7 x 1-5/8" | 5000 | 23 lbs. | For use with plywood, OSB dimensional lumber and light gauge metal (26 gauge - 20 gauge). |
| 2312500 | 8 x 2" | 3500 | 28 | |
| 2313500 | 8 x 2-1/2" | 2500 | 21 | |
| 2314500 | 8 x 3" | 2000 | 20 | |
| 2315500 | 8 x 4" | 1000 | 13 | |
| 2316500 | 10 x 5" | 500 | 12 | |
| 2317500 | 10 x 6" | 1000 | 27 | |
| Steel Framing - #2 Phillips Bugle Head, Climacoat® Finish, S-12® Drill Point | ||||
| 2321500 | 6 x 1-5/8" | 5000 | 25 lbs. | For use with steel framing from 20 gauge - 12 gauge |
| 2318500 | 6 x 2" | 3500 | 28 | |
| 2319500 | 8 x 2-5/8" | 2500 | 26 | |
| 2320500 | 8 x 3" | 2000 | 24 | |
| 2322500 | 10 x 4" | 1000 | 21 | |
| 2323500 | 10 x 5" | 500 | 13 | |
| Masonry | ||||
| 3171407* | 3/16" x 1-3/4" | 100/500 | 5 lbs. | For use with brick, block and concrete |
| 3173407* | 3/16 x 2-1/4" | 100/500 | 6 | |
| 3175407* | 3/16 x 2-3/4" | 100/500 | 8 | |
| 3177407* | 3/16 x 3-1/4" | 100/500 | 9 | |
| 3181407* | 3/16 x 4" | 100/500 | 10 | |
| *5 Carbide Bits Per 500 Piece Master Carton | ||||
Performance Data
Pullout Values (Average lbs. ultimate)
Steel Applications
| Sheet Steel Gauges | ||||||||
| Fastener | 26 | 24 | 22 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 12 |
| Wood/Light Metal (Hi-Lo) | 129 | 178 | 244 | 277 | - | - | - | - |
| Steel (S-12) | - | - | - | 296 | 471 | 679 | 847 | 1,225 |
Concrete/Masonry Applications
| Tapcon Diameter | 3000 PSI Concrete Embedment | Hollow Block Embedment | ||||||
| 1" | 1-1/4" | 1-1/2" | 1-3/4" | 1" | 1-1/4" | 1-1/2" | 1-3/4" | |
| 3/16" | 341 | 581 | 863 | 1059 | 209 | 357 | 468 | 547 |
Wood Applications
| Fastener | Plywood | OSB | Lumber (Embedment) | |||||
| 1/2" | 5/8" | 3/4" | 1/2" | 1/2" | 3/4" | 1" | 1-1/4" | |
| Wood/Light Metal (Hi-Lo) | 298 | 432 | 633 | 208 | 183 | 304 | 441 | 652 |
The values listed are ultimate average achieved under laboratory conditions and apply to Buildex manufactured fasteners only. Appropriate safety factors should be applied to these values for design purposes. Wind-load test results also available upon request.
Tools and Techniques
| Use a 0-2500 RPM, 6 amp min. rated screwgun or cordless drill to install fasteners to wood and steel substrates. Use a hammer drill or rotary hammer to install Tapcon masonry anchors. |
| Fasteners must penetrate steel substrates a minimum of 3 pitches of threads. |
| Replace worn or damaged bit tips to prevent damage to fastener head and its finish. |
| Consult EIFS system manufacturers specifications for appropriate fasteners spacing. |
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Last modified: June 24, 2008
