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Manufacturer's Product Description

Ultralightweight 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) glass-mat sheathing with moisture and mold resistance—up to 15% lighter than other glass-mat sheathings

Overview

Securock® Brand UltraLight Glass-Mat Sheathing are 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) lightweight glass-mat sheathing panels with moisture and mold resistance—up to 15% lighter than other glass-mat sheathings.The panels feature a noncombustible, moisture-resistant gypsum core that is encased in a coated fiberglass facer mat to maximize coverage of fluid-applied air/water barrier systems. When tested in accordance with ASTM D3273, Standard Test Method for Resistance to Growth of Mold on the Surface of Interior Coatings in an Environmental Chamber, the panels score a "10." These sheathing panels are intended for use under exterior claddings where conventional gypsum sheathing products have traditionally been used, such as brick veneer, properly detailed Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIFS), clapboard siding, panel siding and conventional siding.

MAIN FEATURES
Ultralightweight 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) Regular glass-mat sheathing with moisture and mold resistance—up to 15% lighter than other glass-mat sheathings
Feature a coated fiberglass facer mat to maximize coverage of fluid-applied air/water barrier systems
Treated gypsum core, combined with fiberglass face and back, offers exceptional water resistance
Comply with ASTM C1177, Standard Specification for Glass Mat Gypsum Substrate for Use as Sheathing, for 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) Regular and glass-mat water-resistant gypsum substrate
Score a "10" when tested in accordance with ASTM D3273, Standard Test Method for Resistance to Growth of Mold on the Surface of Interior Coatings in an Environmental Chamber
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Classification as to surface burning characteristics and noncombustibility
Guaranteed for five years against manufacturing defects and have a 12-month limited-exposure warranty

APPLICATIONS
Administrative Offices Auditoriums and Gymnasiums Bars Restaurants and Dining Areas Department Stores and Boutiques Dormitories Exterior Soffits and Indoor Parking Garage Guest Rooms and Suites Health and Fitness Traditional Offices

PERFORMANCE
Mold & Mildew Resistance: Yes
Fire Resistance:
Fire Rating: Regular
ASTM E84:
Flame Spread: 0
Smoke Developed: 0
Fire Rating: Regular
ASTM Type: ASTM C1177; ASTM C473; ASTM D3273; ASTM E136; ASTM E84; ASTM E96
Flame Spread: 0
Smoke Developed: 0
Fire Rating: Regular
PHYSICAL DATA
Thickness (in.): 1/2
Edge: Square Edge
Panel Size: 4 ft. x 8-12 ft.
Nominal Weight: 1.7 lb./sq. ft.
Material: Gypsum with Fiberglass Face
WARRANTY
Warranty: USG Securock® Brand UltraLight Glass-Mat Sheathing Firecode® X Warranty (English) - WB2863
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More about US Gypsum (USG)
An original founder of the North American Building Industry, USG has been in the business of creating and manufacturing construction materials and building products for over 100 years. Their products can be found in nearly every construction product in the country-"from major commercial developments and residential housing to simple home improvements." USG is perhaps best known for their Sheetrock brand gypsum panels and Durock cement board.