Combining the Convenience of a fully Automatic Cordless Fastening System with the Versatility and Reliability of a Pneumatic System for Attaching Exterior Sheathing to Light Gauge Steel Framing.
Applications
 | Exterior Gypsum sheathing to steel framing. |
| Plywood and OSB sheathing/flooring. |
| Fiber cement panel attachment |
| Blocking |
| Exterior walls |
| Windows/door bucks |
| Specialty exterior sheathing attachment |
| Woven wire mesh or expanded metal lath to steel framing. |
Click on this link for further information about Buildex fasteners used in ACQ treated wood applications - ACQ Treated Wood Applications (.pdf 22 Kb)
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 Specifications
TOOL DIMENSIONS
Weight..............8.9 lbs. (9.7 lbs. with nails) Height..............13.0 inches Length..............16.0 inches
NAILS (150 count coils)
Length..............1-1/2", 2" and 2-1/2"
Diameter........... .140" Nominal
Head Style..........5/16" dia. bugle
Finish..............Climacoat™ Long Life Polymer
FUEL................Hydrocarbon Liquid
(Packed 1 fuel cell per 1,000 nails)Tool Schematic in .pdf format
Operating Manual in .pdf format
MSDS for Fuel, Lubricating Oil, Degreaser/Cleaner
Corrosion Resistance
| Climacoat Long Life Polymer
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Approvals and Listings
| (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 | ||||||
| (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 | ||||||
| 3rd Party Independent Testing
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| Georgia Pacific Recognition Letter | ||||||
| UL Fire Resistance Rating ANSI/UL 263 - BXUV.UV458 | ||||||
| RR 25637: Buildex fasteners for Plywood Panel Shear Walls and Diaphragms attached to Steel Framing. Research Report: RR 25637
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| RR 25638: GYP-FAST™ fasteners used to attach gypsum sheathing to metal studs. Research Report: RR 25638
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| Florida Building Code Declaration - DCA-DEC-282 |
Selector Guide
| Part # | Fastener Description | Master Carton Quantity | Master Carton Weight | Applications | ||||||
| 2743910 | 1-1/2" Long .140" dia. Knurled Shank, 5/16" diameter Bugle Head | 6,000 nails/ctn. (40-150 ct. coils) 6 fuel cells | 37 lbs. | Single Layer of Exterior Sheathing, Wood Furring and Blocking. | ||||||
| 2744910 | 2" Long .140" dia. Knurled Shank, 5/16" diameter Bugle Head | 4,800 nails/ctn. (32-150 ct. coils) 5 fuel cells | 38 lbs. | Double Layer of Exterior Gypsum Sheathing, Wood Furring and Blocking. | ||||||
| 2745910 | 2-1/2" Long .140" dia Knurled Shank, 5/16" diameter Bugle Head | 2,700 nails/ctn. 18-150 ct. coils) 3 fuel cells | 27 lbs. | Multi-Layers of Sheathing, Wood Blocking, and Dimensional Lumber. | ||||||
| 2742910 |
Gyp-Fast ESX150 Cordless Coil Nailer (Complete in a Resin Carrying Case)
| 12 lbs. | ||||||||
Note: 1000 fastening per fuel cell. 8 hours usage for fully charged battery
Performance Data
| ASTM E330 Negative Wind Load Results | |||||
| Fastener | Board Type | Orientation | Stud Gauge | Stud/Fastener Spacing | 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 |
Dens-Glass® Gold is a registered trademark of G-P Gypsum Corporation.
| Fastener Pullout | ||||||
| Fastener | Pullout | Avg. lbs. Ultimate Tensile | Avg. lbs. Ultimate Shear | |||
| 20 | 18 | 16 | 14 | |||
| .036 | .048 | .060 | .075 | |||
| Gyp-Fast | 285 | 393 | 574 | 659 | 2041 | 1385 |
| Values are in average, ultimate pounds | ||||||
Accessories
| Part No. | Description | Master Carton (QTY) | Master Carton (Wt.) |
| 2761910 | Lath Disc Magnetic Nose Piece (ESX150) | 1 | 0.5 |
| 2730910 | Lath Disc, Galvanized - 1-1/4" | 5000 | 38 |
| 2586910 | Lath Disc - 1" | 1000 | 9.6 |
| 2194910 | Battery Charger | 1 | |
| 2752910 | Battery | 1 |
Tools and Techniques
| Always read operators manual for instruction on proper use and safety. |
| Adjust depth sensitive nosepiece to achieve proper seating of fastener to work surface. |
| Consult sheathing manufacturer's guidelines for appropriate fastener and fastening pattern. |
| Point of nail must penetrate 1/2" minimum beyond steel. |
| Gyp-Fast® Tool Warranty Service and After Warranty Repair |
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Last modified: June 24, 2008
