A vertical drift joint connection for cold-formed steel metal stud partitions incorporates standard tracks matching the stud gauge alongside 16-gauge tracks featuring 2-1/2-inch flanges at the drift joint condition. A 1/2-inch gap and a 1-3/4-inch space accommodate vertical movement per architectural requirements. Sheathing attachment is secured directly to the studs while remaining detached from the track to allow independent sliding.
STD TRACK TO MATCH STUD GAUGE METAL STUDS SHEATHING ATTACHMENT TO STUD; DO NOT ATTACH TO TRACK END OF TRACK 16GA TRACK MTL STUD EA SIDE OF JOINT 1-12 EA SIDE TRACK TO TRACK AT VERTICAL DRIFT JOINT CONDITION, PROVIDE 16 GA TRACK WITH 2 1/2" FLANGES 1 3/4" AT VERTICAL DRIFT JOINT PER ARCH 1/2" GAP
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