USG Boral Impactstop™ Plasterboard is manufactured from a specially formulated high-density core encased in heavy face and strong back liner papers. They are designed to meet regulatory requirements in areas requiring resistance to heavy traffic, surface indentation and penetration damage, such as hospitals or school corridors.
Features
- Higher density gypsum core that provides additional protection, recommended for severe duty applications as per BS 5234 when assembled with Rondo metal framing system.
- Complies with international standards such as BS EN 520 or equivalent local standard for physical properties classification for gypsum boards, as well as BS 476 for non-combustibility.
- Excellent acoustic properties when assembled in systems for commercial projects.
- Moisture-resistant and fire-resistant, can be used in the approved systems to provide additional fire protection.
Recommended Usage
- Commercial and residential applications requiring greater resistance to indentation and impact damage.
- Can be used for approved fire resistance systems.
Additional Information
- Impact Resistance: Achieves Severe Duty per BS 5234 (Partition Grade Testing) for greater resistance to surface indentation and impact damage than standard plasterboard.
- Water and Fire Resistance: USG Boral Impactstop™ offers additional benefits such as water resistance and can be used in approved fire-resistant systems.
- Easy to Install: Scores and snaps easily. Manufactured with a long recessed edge with sturdy face paper folded around to reinforce the edges and protect its core.
- Acoustic: Enhanced acoustic performance when used as a system.
Technical Data and Notes
USG Boral Impactstop™ Plasterboard
*Custom lengths available. Please contact your local USG Boral office.
Physical Properties
USG Boral Impactstop™ 19.0 mm
- Weight (kg/m2): 16.3
- Thickness (mm): 19.0
- Width (mm): 1220
- Length (mm)*: 1830, 2440, 2745
- Edges: Tapered
- Face Paper Colour: Pink
USG Boral Impactstop™ HD 19.0 mm
- Weight (kg/m2): 17.2
- Thickness (mm): 19.0
- Width (mm): 1220
- Length (mm)*: 1830, 2440, 2745
- Edges: Tapered
- Face Paper Colour: Pink
Applications
- Commercial and residential applications requiring greater resistance to indentation and impact damage.
- Can be used for approved fire resistance systems.
