Superior acoustics and subtle style make Gyptone 12mm Square Minigrid an intelligent choice to help control reverberation in public spaces with the added benefit of enhanced air quality with patented Activ’Air technology.
Product Overview
Manufactured by worldwide plasterboard specialist, Saint-Gobain, Gyptone is purpose built to provide exceptional acoustic control with contemporary design.
High levels of acoustic absorption are achieved through a combination of perforation patterns and a highly effective black acoustic fabric backing which also prevents dust from the ceiling entering the room and masks the ceiling framework.
Gyptone 12mm Square Minigrid features eight large square groupings per sheet, each with nine mini grids of 16 x 12mm square perforations at 25mm centres. This subtle pattern provides an open area of 6%.
Gyptone is also manufactured with Activ’Air technology which has an enduring impact on indoor air quality. All four edges of Gyptone perforated plasterboards are recessed to make flush jointing quicker and easier without the need for butt joints between full panels. The availability of seamless access panels, ensures easy access to the ceiling cavity while maintaining pattern continuity.
Typical Applications
Gyptone perforated plasterboard is typically used as a high performance plasterboard for ceilings in commercial constructions where a high level of acoustic performance is required. This includes applications such as theatres, restaurants, shopping centres and hotel foyers. Whilst perforated plasterboard in predominantly installed in ceilings, it is suitable for use in walls.
Gyptone joints are finished with a three coat jointing system and sanded smooth prior to decoration.
Key Features
Acoustics
Absorbs sound into the ceiling and walls to prevent reverberation
Aesthetics
Acoustic performance with design freedom
Healthy Environment
Activ'Air for enduring, cleaner air
Access Panels
Gyptone Access Panels are integrated into suspended ceilings to allow for inspection, service and maintenance work on the installations in the space above. Gyprock offers an access panel solution for each pattern profile in the Gyptone range that provides easy access and integrates seamlessly into the ceiling.
Technical Specifications
| Perforated Pattern | Open Area % | Acoustic Fabric | Plenum (Air Cavity) | |||||
| 65mm | 200mm | 600mm | ||||||
| Empty | Batts** | Empty | Batts** | Empty | Batts** | |||
| 12mm Square Minigrid | 6% | Black | 0.35 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.45 |
Bold values in all tables are test report data. Non-bold values are acoustic predictions by PKA Acoustic Consulting. Values are for ceilings only. For wall values please contact DesignLINK. **Batts denotes that 50mm Bradford glasswool batts (14kg/m3) were included in the cavity.
Gyptone 12mm Square Minigrid is available in the following sizes:
| Thickness | 12.5mm |
| Widths | 1200mm |
| Lengths | 2400mm |
| Edge Profiles | Recessed Edge for regular jointing |
For the latest product availability in your area and to place an order, contact your nearest supplier.
Gyptone 12mm Square Minigrid is manufactured for CSR Gyprock by worldwide plasterboard specialist Saint-Gobain.
| Nominal Thickness | 12.5mm ± 0.3mm |
| Nominal Widths | 1200mm ± 3mm |
| Nominal Lengths | 2400mm ± 3mm |
| Squareness | 90° ± 1.5mm at 1200mm (short end) |
Gyptone 12mm Square Minigrid Panels are manufactured to the tolerances above in the board and pattern dimensions below;
| Nominal Board Weight* | 8kg/m2 |
| Thermal Resistance | 0.07 m2K/W |
| Fire Hazard Properties∆ | Group No = 1 SMOGRARC <100 m2/s2 |
| Combustibility◊ | Plasterboard may be used wherever a non-combustible material is required. |
* 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
AS/NZS2589: Gypsum linings – Application and Finishing outlines the procedures for the installation and finishing of Gyprock Perforated Plasterboard in conjunction with additional details contained in Gyprock Technical Literature.
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