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Chicago Metallic® 260 Aluminum Cap 15/16"

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Chicago Metallic® 260 Aluminum Cap 15/16" Exposed, Fire Rated acoustical suspension system is available in intermediate and heavy-duty designs, and is built with HDG 30 steel with an 100% aluminum cap for added corrosion resistance in interior environments. Featuring demountable hook-end cross tees for a quick and easily assembly, this Chicago Metallic™ grid systems is third party certified to meet ASTM standards.

Performance Properties:
-Grid system is available in both intermediate and heavy duty designs with hook-end cross tees
-Fire rated acoustical ceiling grid components are designed with expansion reliefs for fire-rated ceiling assembly installations
-Aluminum cap provides added corrosion resistance in interior building spaces
-Sustainable: Aluminum-100%; steel-minimum 25% recycled content,100% locally recyclable
-Chicago Metallic® suspension systems meet a Class-A flame spread rating in accordance with ASTM standard E1264-08

Available in the following standard colors, Rockfon® Color-all™ colors, and RAL color options.

For packaging information, please download datasheet.

Grid Colors

    • 01 White
      01 White
    • 08 Black
      08 Black
    • 44 Satin Silver
      44 Satin Silver
    • Color-all
      Color-all
    • RAL
      RAL

Material

ASTM C 635 Heavy Duty (HD) and Intermediate Duty (ID) main tee classifications; commercial quality HDG-30 steel, hot-dip galvanized body and aluminium cap, 15/16" width, 1-41/64" height.

Note: A metallurgist should be consulted regarding the suitability of this product for the environmental conditions in which it is being installed.

Application Areas

Fire Rated - Locker rooms, ​commercial
kitchens and ​food preparation areas, retail.
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Product Performance

Load BearingExpand to view deflection table
 Component Load Test Data and Material
Main TeeLengthAllowable Load per ASTM C635
Hanger Spacing
  4'5'6'
Cross TeeLength 2'4'5'6'
260.01AZ144"  ID6.34.9
262.01AZ24" 41.0   
264.01AZ48"  13.1  
280.XXZ.01144"  HD8.95.6

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)
DimensionsLight Fixtures
Main & Cross Tees - Allowable Fixture Weight – Pounds
280.XXZ.01 264.01AZ260.01AZ 264.01AZ
1' x 4'67.655.6
2’ x 2’52.849.6
2’ x 4’76.0▲64.0▲

▲ Limited by safety factor of 2.

Fire Rated AssembliesHanger 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 AssembliesHanger Positions for Non-Fire Rated Situations
This illustrates hanger positions for single fixtures in a field. Provide extra hangers for tandem fixtures.
EnvironmentMaterials and Resources (MR)
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-Interiors Life Cycle Impact Reduction
-Environmental Product Declarations
-Sourcing of Raw Materials
-Material Ingredients
-Waste Management
Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ)
-Low-Emitting Materials
-Interior Lighting
-Acoustic Performance
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 Component Load Test Data and Material
Main TeeLengthAllowable Load per ASTM C635
Hanger Spacing
  4'5'6'
Cross TeeLength 2'4'5'6'
260.01AZ144"  ID6.34.9
262.01AZ24" 41.0   
264.01AZ48"  13.1  
280.XXZ.01144"  HD8.95.6

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)
DimensionsLight Fixtures
Main & Cross Tees - Allowable Fixture Weight – Pounds
280.XXZ.01 264.01AZ260.01AZ 264.01AZ
1' x 4'67.655.6
2’ x 2’52.849.6
2’ x 4’76.0▲64.0▲

▲ Limited by safety factor of 2.

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Accessories

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Compatible Tile Edge Types

1516-inch Edges

260/280 System

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Rockfon Seismic Relief Brochure
Rockfon Seismic Relief Brochure

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Chicago Metallic® Aluminum Cap 260/280 15/16" Exposed, Fire Rated Datasheet
Chicago Metallic® Aluminum Cap 260/280 15/16" Exposed, Fire Rated Datasheet

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Rockfon Seismic Perimeter Details: Tech Note
Rockfon Seismic Perimeter Details: Tech Note

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Chicago Metallic Aluminum Cap 260-280 15-16 Exposed, Fire Rated Specification
Chicago Metallic Aluminum Cap 260-280 15-16 Exposed, Fire Rated Specification

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Chicago Metallic Aluminum Cap 260-280 15-16 Exposed, Fire Rated CDN Specification
Chicago Metallic Aluminum Cap 260-280 15-16 Exposed, Fire Rated CDN Specification

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Rockfon 40 Year Suspension System Warranty
Rockfon 40 Year Suspension System Warranty

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Sample Order Form: Chicago Metallic 260
Sample Order Form: Chicago Metallic 260

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