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USG PARALINE® BAFFLES LINEAR METAL

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USG PARALINE® BAFFLES LINEAR METAL CEILING SYSTEM

SYSTEM GUIDE USG Paraline® Baffles is a flexible and customizable linear metal system that can achieve numerous design aesthetics and is supported for a variety of installation requirements. It is integrated with an array of components and accessories to meet visual design and installation needs.

INTRODUCTION 3 System Overview

SYSTEM DESIGN 4 Baffle Sizes5 Components8 Assembly10 Finishes11 Perforations13 Acoustical Performance Data14 Grid Layout15 Details

SELECTION 16 Product Identification System

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Technical Service800 USG.4YOU (874-4968)

Websiteusg.com or cgcinc.com


SYSTEM OVERVIEW

USG PARALINE® BAFFLES CEILING

SYSTEM

USG Paraline® Baffles is a ceiling system consisting of 24" to 144" long aluminum linear beams attached to USG Donn® Brand DX®, USG Gridware™ or USG Curvatura™ suspension systems. The reveal between the beams is entirely in the designer’s hands as the clip attached beams can be positioned as needed and clipped to both main tees and cross tees in the suspension system. Lighting and air distribution components easily integrate into the layout of the system, using the various available sizes and spacing to meet design requirements.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Aluminum baffles are durable and easy to maintain• Feature a robust, positive connection, allowing installation in a variety of situations• Specially engineered hardware allows for simple installation• Direct to deck installation option allows freedom of assembly and alignment• Perforated baffles provide excellent acoustical control in a linear visual• Exceptional noise reduction with absorption from both sides of the baffle

SIZES Baffles are available in the following configurations: • 1.5 in. wide and 4 in. tall. in standard lengths of 24 in., 48 in., 72 in., 96 in., 120 in. and 144 in.• 1.5 in. wide and 6 in. tall. in standard lengths of 24 in., 48 in., 72 in., 96 in., 120 in. and 144 in.

Custom length baffles are available by request with a maximum length of 144 in.

MATERIALS Aluminum baffles: painted or anodized

SUSPENSION SYSTEM

USG Paraline Baffle ceilings are suspended from structural elements using Standard USG Donn Brand DX main tees and cross tees, USG Gridware or USG Curvatura suspension systems. The available system hardware accommodates special applications such as attaching beams to existing grid, flat ceilings or customized layout designs.

PERIMETER DETAILS Typical installations are in cloud or island applications where the baffles float freely and are finished by USG Paraline Baffle end plugs at the perimeter.

USG Compässo™ Standard trim may be used with the USG Paraline Baffle ceilings system for a finished appearance at exposed edges. Please refer to USG Compässo™ Standard/Elite (IC309) datasheet for additional information.

Alternatively, the system may be installed in a wall-to-wall, semi-floating applications using standard M7 wall angle and USG Paraline Baffle end plugs.

LIGHTING & AIR DISTRIBUTION

USG Paraline Baffle ceilings integrate simply and easily with industry standard lighting fixtures and air distribution components, manufactured by others.

ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE

Perforated USG Paraline Baffle installations with Acoustibond™ backer yield acoustical performance that varies with the options installed. Review the Acoustical Performance Data section for more information.


DETAILS

BAFFLE SIZES 4 in. Profile

24"

48"

72"

96"

120"

144"

1 1/2"

4"

6 in. Profile

24"

48"

72"

96"

120"

144"

1 1/2"

6"


DETAILS

COMPONENTS 4 in. Baffle, Unperforated 4 in. Baffle, Perforated

6 in. Baffle, Unperforated 6 in. Baffle, Perforated

Grid Attachment Clip USG Curvatura™ Attachment Clip

Free Attachment Clip Joining Clip


DETAILS

COMPONENTS 4 in. Splice 6 in. Splice

4 in. End Plug 6 in. End Plug

SUSPENSION SYSTEM

DX Main Tee DX Cross Tee

15/8"

15/16"

11/2"

15/16"

Gridware Main Tee Gridware Cross Tee

15/8"

15/16"

11/2"

15/16"


DETAILS

SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Curvatura Vault Main Tee Curvatura Valley Main Tee

11/2"

15/16" 15/16"

11/2"

Curvatura Straight Main Tee Curvatura Cross Tee

11/2"

15/16"

11/2"

15/16"

PERIMETER Compasso Standard Trim Clip Compasso Elite Trim Clip

Compasso Standard Trim Compasso Elite Trim


DETAILS

ASSEMBLY Grid Attachment Clip Assembly Curvatura Attachment Clip Assembly

4" or 6" metal ba�e

metal ba�e grid attachment clip

main tee or cross tee


Curvatura attachment clip

Curvatura main tee

Free Attachment Clip Assembly Joining Clip Assembly


free attachment clip

cable with cable connectorhanger

wire

metal ba�e 4-way joining clip

cable with cable connector


SUSPENSION SYSTEM

Clip Placement Detail - Requirements Clip Placement Detail - End Location

Less than 3” requires mechanical fastener

VerticalCenter

Greater than 3” does not require mechanical fastener

Two clips are required to suspend each ba�e

Note: Minimum clip spacing is ½ the length of the ba�e with one clip on either side of the vertical center.

VerticalCenter

Notes: 1. Installation of baffles requires the use of a mechanical fastener to attach the Curvatura Attachment Clip to the

Curvatura suspension system in all curved installations.2. USG recommends the use of a 7/16" self tapping pan head screw for attachment of the various clips to the baffle

and to the grid system, as needed.


DETAILS

ASSEMBLY Flat Grid Assembly

wall angle cross tee

4" Metal Ba�e

6" Metal Ba�e metal ba�e grid attachment clip

main tee

Curvatura Grid Assembly

Curvatura main tee

hanger wire

cross tee 4" Metal Bae

6" Metal Bae

Curvatura Attachment Clip

Notes: 1. Installation of baffles requires the use of a mechanical fastener to attach the Curvatura Attachment Clip to the

Curvatura suspension system in all curved installations.2. USG recommends the use of a 7/16" self tapping pan head screw for attachment of the various clips to the baffle

and to the grid system, as needed.


FINISHES

PAINTED METALS Flat White (050) Silver Satin (002) Matte White (3708)

ANODIZED METALS Brushed Aluminum (PIA12) Satin Chrome (PM614)


PERFORATIONS

Please call 866 528-7089 to request a sample.

STANDARD PERFORATIONS1

Pattern Number Perforation Pattern Open Area %5

A062 Round 1/16" Perforations, 0.25" o.c. (without border) 5%

A062F Round 1/16" Perforations, 0.16" o.c. 12%

A116 Round 15/128" Perforations, 0.354" o.c. 17%

A250 Round 1/4" Perforations, 0.5" o.c. 39%

C030 Round 1/32" Perforations, 0.197" o.c. 1.8%

C040 Round 5/128" Perforations, 0.197" o.c. 3.2%

C062 Round 1/16" Perforations, 0.351" o.c. 2%




D250 Square 1/4" Perforations, 0.75" o.c. 11%

Notes1. Refer to USG Perforations Selection Guide (IC425) for more information.2. Perforation patterns shown at 75% of actual size. When ordering, please refer to the pattern number for perforation

samples (for example, “A062”). (All samples are 6"x6".)


Pattern No. A062 Pattern No. A062F Pattern No. A116 Pattern No. A250

A062

A116

A500Round—1/16" perforations

0.25" o.c., 5% open areaRound—1/16" perforations 0.16" o.c., 12% open area

Round—15/128" perforations 0.354" o.c., 17% open area


Pattern No. C030 Pattern No. C040 Pattern No. C116 Pattern No. C375

032

C062

C375Round—1/32" perforations 0.197" o.c., 1.8% open area

Round—5/128" perforations 0.197" o.c., 3.2% open area

Round— 15/128" perforations 0.344" o.c., 8% open area



METAL PERFORATIONS


Pattern No. D250

D250 Square —1/4" perforations 0.75" o.c., 11% open area


ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE DATA


The Sabin is a unit of sound absorption. Sabins, calculated in either imperial or metric units, is the preferred metric to measure sound absorptive materials. Many surface textures in a space offer some ability to absorb sound. However, Paraline Baffles deliver high quality sound absorption because the sound is absorbed from both sides of the baffle. Depending on system configuration, that surface area may exceed the overall square footage of the affected space. The installation of baffles in a space with large sound reflections can significantly reduce background noise and deliver favorable reverberation time, enhancing speech intelligibility.

Acoustical performance of the Paraline Baffle ceiling system will vary depending on the system options, including perforations and the type and amount of acoustical material that is used.

Use the following test data to select the Paraline Baffles ceiling components and acoustical materials needed to deliver acoustical performance.

1 imperial Sabin = 1 sq. ft. of 100% absorbing material. 1 metric Sabin = 1 sq. m. of 100% absorbing material.

WITH ACOUSTIBOND™

BACKER, NO INFILL

Perforation Pattern No.

Open Area

Sabins per Baffle

125 Hz 250 Hz 500 Hz 1000 Hz 2000 Hz 4000 Hz

A062 5% 1.11 0.48 1.23 2.63 2.92 2.85

A062F 12% 0.75 0.70 1.28 2.70 3.48 3.17

A116 17% 0.79 0.76 1.31 2.68 3.54 3.21

A250 39% 0.91 0.62 1.40 2.62 3.42 3.02

C030 1.8% 0.80 0.35 0.95 2.55 2.36 1.97

C040 3.2% 0.81 0.54 1.11 2.79 2.82 2.46

C116 8% 0.89 0.58 1.30 2.73 3.18 2.82

C375 9% 0.83 0.60 1.16 2.68 2.96 2.45

D250 11% 0.71 0.72 1.18 2.73 3.20 2.64

WITH ACOUSTIBOND™

BACKER, POLY BAG INFILL3

Perforation Pattern No.

Open Area

Sabins per Baffle

125 Hz 250 Hz 500 Hz 1000 Hz 2000 Hz 4000 Hz

A062 5% 1.24 0.98 2.43 2.73 2.98 2.32

A062F 12% 0.72 0.97 2.31 3.36 3.55 2.73

A116 17% 0.84 0.98 2.25 3.42 3.53 2.74

A250 39% 0.82 0.91 2.13 3.79 3.91 2.78

C030 1.8% 0.93 1.06 2.44 2.27 2.35 1.78

C040 3.2% 0.86 0.94 2.31 2.63 2.70 2.03

C116 8% 0.93 0.90 2.33 2.99 3.09 2.35

C375 9% 0.93 0.90 2.32 2.77 2.60 2.06

D250 11% 0.89 0.96 2.34 2.96 2.81 2.09

Notes:1 Tested per ASTM C423-09a with baffles installed 6 in. o.c.2 All tests performed with 4 in. x 1.5 in. x 96 in. baffles3 Acoustical poly bag used, 3.75 in. x 1.5 in. x 96 in. size, 1.5 pcf fiberglass


GRID LAYOUT

LAYOUT TYPICAL GRID FRAMING

PLAN

48" o.c.

48" o.c.

Main Tee

Cross Tee

Wall Molding

Hanger Wire

Notes: 1. Reference USG Celebration™ Torsion Spring Installation Guide (IC637) for more information. 2. For exterior applications, contact your local USG representative for more information.


DETAILS

PERIMETER TRIM INTERFACE

USG Compasso™ clip

USG DX® teeUSG Compasso™ edge trim

USG Compasso™ clip USG DX® tee

USG Compasso™ edge trim

WALL INTERFACE

M7 angle molding

USG DX® tee


PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM

USG has a descriptive nomenclature for identifying USG Paraline Baffles.

CODING FOR THIS SYSTEM CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING SIX COMPONENTS

Attribute Classification Example A Example B

Product Name PB (Paraline Baffles) PB PB

Finish Color Code 050 3708

Perforation No or Perforation Code A062 N

Backer No or Yes with Color (Black or White) YB N

Dimension H x W x L (given in inches or millimeters) 0415144 061572

Measurement Inches or Millimeters IN IN

EXAMPLE A PB050A062YB0415144IN

A 4 in. x 1.5 in. x 144 in. USG Paraline® Baffle in Flat White with A062 perforation and black Acoustibond™ backer

PB 050 A062 YB 0415144 IN

Product Name Finish Perforation Backer Dimension Measurement

EXAMPLE B PB3708NN061572IN

A 6 in. x 1.5 in. x 72 in. USG Paraline® Baffle in Matte White with no perforations or backer

PB 3708 N N 061572 IN

Product Name Finish Perforation Backer Dimension Measurement

Notice Regarding Availability: Most USG Paraline Baffle configurations are readily available in all markets, but there can be exceptions. Consult your local sales representative for details and questions about custom configurations.

IC701-USA-ENG/rev. 2-18© 2018 USG Corporation and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.The trademarks USG, CGC, ACOUSTIBOND CELEBRATION, COMPÄSSO, CURVATURA, DONN, DX, GRIDWARE, PARALINE, IT'S YOUR WORLD. BUILD IT., the USG/CGC logo, the design elements and colors, and related marks are trademarks of USG Corporation or its affiliates.

NOTICE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. CGC Inc. or USG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any errors that may inadvertently appear in this document.

PRODUCT INFORMATIONSee usg.com for the most up-to-date product information.

CUSTOMER SERVICEUSG 800 950-3839CGC 800 387-2690

TECHNICAL SERVICE800 USG.4YOU (874-4968)

WEBSITESusg.comcgcinc.comusgdesignstudio.comcgcdesignstudio.com

PRODUCT INFORMATIONData Page: IC638Installation Guide: ICXXXSee usg.com or cgcinc.com for the most up-to-date product information.

INSTALLATIONMust be installed in compliance with ASTM C636, ASTM E580, CISCA and standard industry practices, within all applicable code requirements. Alternative assemblies and installation methods may be utilized when approved by the authority having jurisdiction. USG recommends checking with the authority having jurisdiction prior to designing and installing a suspended ceiling system.

CODE COMPLIANCEThe information presented is correct to the best of our knowledge at the date of issuance. Because codes continue to evolve, check with a local official prior to designing and installing a ceiling system. Other restrictions and exemptions may apply.

NOTICE We shall not be liable for incidental and consequential damages, directly or indirectly sustained, nor for any loss caused by application of these goods not in accordance with current printed instructions or for other than the intended use. Our liability is expressly limited to replacement of defective goods. Any claim shall be deemed waived unless made in writing to us within thirty (30) days from date it was or reasonably should have been discovered.

COLOR VARIATIONSSome commercially acceptable color variation may occur between lots and between different size canopies of the same color.

SEISMIC APPLICATIONSRefer to Seismic Technical Guide, Specialty Decorative Ceilings (SC2494) for more information on architectural components.

SAFETY FIRST! Follow good safety/industrial hygiene practices during installation. Wear appropriate personal protective equip- ment. Read SDS and literature before specification and installation.

WARRANTY One (1) year limited warranty. See USG Ceilings Commercial Application Warranty (SC2102) for additional details. For Canadian product needs, please contact your local sales representative.

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