Concrete masonry unit lintel blocks accommodate horizontal reinforcement bars placed at specified centerlines relative to the opening edge. Type A-1 and Type A-2 details dictate that lintel blocks do not continue beyond the edge of the opening. Horizontal reinforcing bars are positioned with specific dimensional clearances from the centerline as noted typically. These configurations ensure proper alignment and structural integrity of masonry lintels above wall openings.
TYPE A-1 TYPE A-2 LINTEL BAR LOCATION TYPES CL 3" LINTEL BLK, DO NOT CONT LINTEL BLK BEYOND EDGE OF OPNG, TYP CL 2" 3" TO CL HORIZ REINF, TYP 3" TO CL OF HORIZ REINF, TYP
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