Metal Ceiling Joist
Size in gauge joist spacing in 12 16 24 allowable single span ft in 3 5 8 20 10 89 0.
Metal ceiling joist. In order to create the l shaped metal track we used tin snips to cut the metal studs flanges. A web stiffener is a 6 length of stud secured to the stud web at both ends of the stud with four 4 8 pan head screws. Joist to girder attachments are normally supported with joist hangers easyclip e series or s series support clips.
Lateral support of compression flange. Joist span tables use these tables to determine lengths sizes and spacing of ceiling joists. Most ceiling joists are spaced.
Ceiling joist top flange braced 48 o c. Joist spacing in o c. Lateral support of compression flange.
Joist spacing in o c. Notice that around corners you should install a l shaped metal track. Depending on loads and spans c joists are typically spaced at 12 16 19 2 or 24 on center spacing.
If this is the case with your structure use the floor joist table to determine maximum joist length load. Climb a ladder until you can reach the ceiling easily. Measure 14 inches in from an exterior wall.
Table notes spans are based upon continuous support of compression flange over the full length of the joist. Lateral support of compression flange. Joist spacing in o c.