PABCO® GYPSUM SHEATHING

Key Benefits

  • Versatile and economical moisture-resistant sheathing used as a substrate for veneer finishing systems on the exterior of residential and commercial structures

  • Can be used with virtually all exterior walls and cladding including wood siding, shingles, panel siding, vinyl or metal siding, masonry, brick veneer, cement stucco, and Exterior Insulated Finish Systems (EIFS)

  • 5/8” Type X gypsum sheathing intended for use in select commercial applications that require fire-resistance rated systems

Product Description : versatile, economical fire and moisture resistant sheathing

PABCO GYPSUM SHEATHING is an economical moisture-resistant panel designed for use as an exterior board providing a stable base for veneer finishing systems on residential and commercial buildings. The product is comprised of a moisture–resistant core that is encased in 100% recycled moisture-resistant paper facing distinguishable by the brown/black coloration on the front and long edges.  It can be used as a substrate for exterior cladding as well as with EIFS. 

Product Dimensions

TYPE UL CORE THICKNESS WIDTH LENGTH EDGE WEIGHT
Gypsum Sheathing Type X PG-5WS 5/8" 48" 12' Square 2.3 lbs/ft2

1Length availability may change; other lengths may be available on a special-order basis. Consult with your local PABCO® representative.

2Represents approximate weight for design and shipping purposes. A more exact weight may be available for your area; consult with your local PABCO® representative.

Technical Data

Composition

Core: Naturally occurring gypsum and proprietary additives


Paper: 100% recycled content paper on front, back and long edges


Manufactured ASTM C1396
Installation

GA-216 Application and Finishing of Panel Products


GA-214 Recommended Levels of Board Finish


C840 Standard Specification for Application and Finishing of Gypsum Board



Water Absorption

ASTM C473


≤10% by weight
Surface Burn ASTM E84
Flame Spread 15
Smoke Developed 0
Combustibility ASTM E136
Non-Combustible Gypsum Core
Fire Resistance and Sound Control The PABCO® Sound Design Guide
Sound Assembly Tool
GA-600 Fire Resistance and Sound Control Design Manual
Underwriters Laboratories - UL Product iQ® CKNX R7094 for the latest UL Design Numbers

Product Documents

Technical

Literature

Wallboard Guidelines

Sustainability