SFIA, the Steel Framing Industry Association, is dedicated to expanding the market for cold-formed steel in construction through programs and initiatives that Promote the use of cold-formed steel framing as a sustainable and cost-effective solution, Advocate the development and acceptance of favorable code provisions, Educate members with reliable data and other critical information that is essential to effective business planning, and create a positive environment for Innovation.
Metal Framing items in the Interiors database comply with 2009/2012 building code.
All steel stud products manufactured by members of the Steel Framing Industry Association (SFIA) have a four-part nomenclature that identifies the size, type, and thickness (gage) of the member.
Nomenclature
Example
Structural Steel Gauge to Mils Conversion Table
"The thicker the metal, the lower the gauge, the greater the mils"
| Steel Thickness | Gauge | Mils |
|---|
| 0.0329" | 20 | 33 |
| 0.0428" | 18 | 43 |
| 0.0538" | 16 | 54 |
| 0.0677" | 14 | 68 |
Steel Web and Flange Conversion Table
| Inches | 1/100 inch |
|---|
| 1-1/4" | 125 |
| 2" | 200 |
| 2-1/2" | 250 |
| 3" | 300 |
| 3-5/8" | 362 |
ClarkDietrich ProStud and ProTrack Products – Gauge Difference
For more information review the ProSTUD product catalog:
http://www.clarkdietrich.com/sites/default/files/imce/pdf/SupportTools/Catalogs/CDBS_ProStudCatalog.pdf
