Chicago Metallic® 260 Aluminum Cap 15/16"

This grid system is available in both Intermediate and Heavy Duty designs with hook-end cross tees. This fire-rated system is ideal for locker rooms, commercial kitchens and food preparation areas, and retail applications. 

 

 

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Grid Colors

    • 01 White
      01 White
    • 08 Black
      08 Black
    • 44 Satin Silver
      44 Satin Silver
    • RAL
      RAL
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Product Performance

Load Bearing Expand to view deflection table
  Component Load Test Data and Material
Main Tee Length Allowable Load per ASTM C635
Hanger Spacing
    4' 5' 6'
Cross Tee Length   2' 4' 5' 6'
260.01AZ 144"     ID 6.3 4.9
262.01AZ 24"   41.0      
264.01AZ 48"     13.1    
280.XXZ.01 144"     HD 8.9 5.6

To convert data into lb/ft2, divide on center spacing of component into lb/ft.

  Light Fixture Load Test Data (based on 1/360 span deflection)
Dimensions Light Fixtures
Main & Cross Tees - Allowable Fixture Weight – Pounds
280.XXZ.01 264.01AZ 260.01AZ 264.01AZ
1' x 4' 67.6 55.6
2’ x 2’ 52.8 49.6
2’ x 4’ 76.0▲ 64.0▲

▲ Limited by safety factor of 2.

Fire Rated Assemblies Hanger Positions for Fire Rated Situations
This illustrates hanger positions for single fixtures in a field and are covered in the table. Refer to specific design numbers for allowable number of fixtures per square footage of ceiling area.
Non-Fire Rated Assemblies Hanger Positions for Non-Fire Rated Situations
This illustrates hanger positions for single fixtures in a field. Provide extra hangers for tandem fixtures.
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  Component Load Test Data and Material
Main Tee Length Allowable Load per ASTM C635
Hanger Spacing
    4' 5' 6'
Cross Tee Length   2' 4' 5' 6'
260.01AZ 144"     ID 6.3 4.9
262.01AZ 24"   41.0      
264.01AZ 48"     13.1    
280.XXZ.01 144"     HD 8.9 5.6

To convert data into lb/ft2, divide on center spacing of component into lb/ft.

  Light Fixture Load Test Data (based on 1/360 span deflection)
Dimensions Light Fixtures
Main & Cross Tees - Allowable Fixture Weight – Pounds
280.XXZ.01 264.01AZ 260.01AZ 264.01AZ
1' x 4' 67.6 55.6
2’ x 2’ 52.8 49.6
2’ x 4’ 76.0▲ 64.0▲

▲ Limited by safety factor of 2.

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Accessories

NA, Datasheet, 660 Grid System, Suspension System, Accessories Table

Compatible Tile Edge Types

1516-inch Edges

260/280 System

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Resources

 

 

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Sample Order Form: Chicago Metallic 260
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