Gyprock Fyrchek has been developed to take the heat. Fyrchek’s specially processed glass fibre-reinforced gypsum core makes it ideal for use in fire rated wall and ceiling systems and where improved acoustic performance is required.
Product Overview
Fyrchek’s glass fibre-reinforced core enables it to maintain structural integrity when subjected to direct flame making it an ideal board for use as part of a fire rated wall or ceiling system.
This plasterboard is also an acoustic grade board and can be used in systems where acoustic separation is specified.
Gyprock Fyrchek can be easily identified by its pink coloured face paper.
Typical Applications
Fyrchek is predominantly specified for commercial installations in areas where there is a higher level of fire resistance and/or acoustic performance required.
Typical applications include:
- Fire separation and smoke walls
- Intertenancy walls and party walls
- Multi-residential unit ceilings
- Lift wells
- Plant rooms
- Any non-wet area wall or ceiling where a fire or acoustic rated system is specified
More information about fire solutions can be found under Solutions.
Key Features
Fire Resistant
Can be used as part of a fire-rated system
Acoustic Properties
Helps combat sound transmission
Australian Made
Licensed by Australian Made Campaign Ltd
Recommendation
Gyprock Fyrchek is not recommended for use where it would be in contact with water or a constant relative humidity above 90%. For wet areas, Gyprock Fyrchek™ MR, Gyprock EC08™ Complete or Gyprock EC08™ Extreme would be more suitable.
Tested Fire Performance
Gyprock fire rated plasterboard products are manufactured with special additives to enhance their fire resistance properties. The additives slow the progress of heat and flame, and when used as part of a CSR fire rated system, provide performance options suitable for many construction types.
CSR provides a range of wall and ceiling systems, junction and penetration details, which meet and exceed the requirements of the Building Code of Australia. These solutions often include a combination of plasterboard, insulation, sealants and accessories to reach various performance criteria.
Technical Specifications
Gyprock Fyrchek available in the following sizes:
| Thickness | 13mm 16mm |
| Widths | 1200mm 1350mm |
| Lengths | 2400mm 2700mm 3000mm 3600mm |
| Edge Profiles | Recessed Edge for regular jointing |
Stockholdings of specific sizes may vary in different regions. Click HERE for a list of stocked sizes in your state.
For the latest product availability in your area and to place an order, contact your nearest supplier.
Gyprock Fyrchek is manufactured by CSR Gyprock in Australia to stringent product specifications.
| Nominal Thickness | 13mm and 16mm ± 0.5mm |
| Nominal Widths | 1200mm and 1350mm ± 3mm |
| Nominal Lengths | From 2400 to 4800 ± 5mm, typically in 300mm increments |
| Squareness | Cut ends ± 3mm in the width of the board |
| 13mm | 16mm | |
| Nominal Board Weight* | 10.5kg/m2 | 12.5kg/m2 |
| Thermal Resistance | 0.05 - 0.07 m2K/W | 0.07 – 0.09 m2K/W |
| Fire Hazard Properties∆ | Group No = 1 SMOGRARC <100 m2/s2 | |
| Combustibility◊ | Plasterboard may be used wherever a non-combustible material is required. | |
| Total Recycled Content | 9.1% | 9.0% |
* Subject to reasonable manufacturing variance
∆ In accordance with AS ISO 9705 and AS 5637.1
◊ In accordance with NCC2022 Vol 1 Clause C2D10(6)(a) and NCC2019 Amdt1 Vol Clause C1.9(e)(i).
Transportation and manual handling: Refer to the Gypsum Board Manufacturers of Australia (GBMA) website for recommended OH&S practices.
Storage: Protect plasterboard and cornice from weather and moisture. Avoid products sagging by storing horizontally, supported on a level platform or full-width support members spaced at max. 600mm centres.
Safety Data Sheets are important documents in the construction industry and assist in the continuing focus on occupational health and safety on and off sites.
Installation Instructions
Install to manufacturer's recommendations as outlined in the relevant Installation Guide.
Performance Guaranteed
Licensed by Australian Made Campaign Limited to use the Australian Made Logo.
Gyprock plasterboard products are manufactured for life with all CSR products designed to achieve optimal performance when part of a CSR integrated system.
Verified by an independent conformity assessment body to meet the environmental, health and social/ethical criteria of the GECA Panel Boards standard.
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