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Pneumatic Fastening System for Attaching Exterior Sheathing to Light Gauge Steel Framing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                              Part No. 2409910

 

GYP-FAST®HD  30% more power - Extra Capacity/Power makes the tough jobs easier!   Gyp-Fast® HD (Heavy Duty) in pdf format

See Selector Guide below.         

 

                                                        Part No. 2764910

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Applications

bulletExterior Gypsum sheathing to steel framing (20-14 gauge).
bulletPlywood and OSB sheathing/flooring
bulletWood furring to steel framing
bulletFiber cement panels to steel framing
bulletCement panels to steel framing
bulletWoven wire mesh or expanded metal lath to steel framing.

Click on this link for Gyp-Fast Submittal Package - in PDF format (11.5 Mb).  Click here for a list of the individual submittal package pages that can be downloaded.

Product Features

bulletHigh performance pneumatic fastening system is 3-5 times faster than screws.
bullet150 nails in a coal reduces reloading - improves productivity.
bulletPlastic tape collation provides smooth, consistent operation with no flagging or breakage.
bulletAggressive, patented nail shank design provides high pullout performance.
bulletContoured bugle head style provide high pullover (wind) resistance.
bulletLong life Climacoat™ finish is 10 times more corrosion resistant than electro-zinc plating.
bulletGyp-Fast® Fasteners used to Attach Gypsum Sheathing to Metal Studs.    Evaluation Report:   ER-6070

Product Specifications

DIMENSIONS          2409910	   2764910
Weight..............5.5 lbs.	   6.0 lbs.
Height..............13.0 inches	   14.5 inches
Length..............12.0 inches	   13.5 inches
NAILS (150 count coils)
Length..............1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2"
Diameter........... .140" Nominal
Head Style..........5/16" dia. bugle
Finish..............Climacoat Long Life Polymer
bullet 
Tool Schematic (2409910) in .pdf format
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Tool Schematic HD (2764910) in .pdf format
bullet 
Operators Manual (2409910) in .pdf format
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Operators Manual HD (2764910) in .pdf format
bullet 
MSDS for Lubricating Oil, Degreaser/Cleaner

Corrosion Resistance

bulletClimacoat Long Life Polymer
bulletSalt Spray Results (ASTM B117)
bulletDriven:  1560 hours, 10% or less red rust
bulletUnDriven: 3240 hours, 10% or less red rust

Approvals and Listings:

bullet(Plywood Diaphragm)  This confirmation, as evidenced in ICC-ES evaluation report ER-5380, provides guidance to code officials faced with approving the use of ITW Buildex Pin Fasteners for Plywood Panel Shear Walls and Diaphragms Attached to Steel Framing under these codes.  The evaluation report is available online at - Evaluation Report:   ER-5380
bullet(Gypsum Sheathing)  This confirmation, as evidenced in ICC-ES evaluation report ER-6070, provide guidance to code officials faced with approving the use of Gyp-Fast™ Fasteners used to Attach Gypsum Sheathing to Metal Studs under these codes.  The evaluation report is available online at - Evaluation Report:   ER-6070
bullet3rd Party Independent Testing
bulletNail Withdrawal/Tensile Tests - Hardiplank® Report #3051160
bulletWithdrawal Test - Report #3104672
bulletNegative Wind Load Test - Report #J20044629-231-02
bulletGeorgia Pacific Recognition Letter
bulletUL Fire Resistance Ratings - ANSI/UL 263 - BX UV.V458
bulletRR 25637:  Buildex fasteners for Plywood Panel Shear Walls and Diaphragms attached to Steel Framing.  Research Report:  RR 25637
bulletBased upon ICC ES Legacy Report  - Evaluation Report:   ER-5380
bulletRR 25638:  GYP-FAST™ fasteners used to attach gypsum sheathing to metal studs.  Research Report:  RR 25638
bulletBased upon ICC ES Legacy Report  - Evaluation Report:   ER-6070
bulletFlorida Building Code Declaration - DCA-DEC-282

Selector Guide

Part # Fastener Description Master Carton Quantity Master Carton Weight Applications
2429910 1-1/2" Knurled Bugle 6,000/ctn. (40) 150 ct. coils 35 lbs. Single Layer of gypsum or wood sheathing, wood furring and blocking
2430910 2" Knurled Bugle 4,800/ctn. 32 (150 ct. coils 30 lbs. Double layers of gypsum sheathing, wood furring and blocking
2431910 2-1/2" Knurled Bugle 3,600/ctn. (24) 150 ct. coils 25 lbs. Multiple layers of sheathing and wood blocking
2409910 Gyp-Fast Air Tool Kit (complete in plastic carrying case) Wgt. 10 lbs.
bullet(1) Gyp-Fast Air Tool
bullet(1) Safety goggles
bullet(1) Operators manual
bullet(2) Hex keys
bullet(1) Oil
2764910 Gyp-Fast HD Air Tool Kit (complete in plastic carrying case) Wgt. 11 lbs. pdf (111 Kb)
bullet(1) Gyp-Fast HD Air Tool
bullet(1) Safety goggles
bullet(1) Operators manual
bullet(2) Hex keys
bullet(1) Oil

Performance Data

ASTM E330 Negative Wind Load Results
Fastener Board Type Orientation Stud Gauge Stud/Fastener Spacing Stud/Fastener Avg. Load (PSF)
Gyp-Fast 5/8" Dens-Glass® Gold Vertical 18 24"/8" 70.9
Gyp-Fast 5/8" Exterior Gypsum Vertical 18 24"/8" 63.5

Per ITS Report No. J20044629-231-02

Dens-Glass® Gold is a registered trademark of G-P Gypsum Corporation.

Fastener Pullout
Fastener Pullout Avg. lbs. Ultimate Tensile Avg. lbs. Ultimate Shear
Steel Gauge
20 18 16 14
Gyp-Fast 285 393 574 659 2041 1385
Values are in average, ultimate pounds

 Accessories                      

Part No. Description Master Carton (QTY) Master Carton (Wt.)
2731910 Lath Disc Magnetic Nose Piece (GFA)

Installation Guide

 1 0.5
2730910 Lath Disc, Galvanized -      1-1/4" 5000 38
2586910 Lath Disc - 1" 1000 9.6

 Tools and Techniques

bulletAlways read owners manual for instruction on proper use and safety.
bulletAdjust depth sensitive nosepieces to achieve proper seating of fasteners to work surface.
bulletConsult sheathing manufacturer guidelines for appropriate fastener and fastener spacing. 
bulletPoint of nail must penetrate 1/2" minimum beyond steel.
bulletGyp-Fast® Tool Warranty Service and After Warranty Repair

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