22 Gauge Metal Deck
Vulcraft manufactures many different types of deck including roof deck floor deck composite floor deck and cellular deck.
22 gauge metal deck. For 22 ga 1 5 b deck the maximum span is 6 0 but the maximum span falls to 4 11 for 22ga 1 5 f deck and only 4 10 for 22ga 1 5 a deck. Type a narrow rib type a roof deck is a 1 1 2 deep narrow rib structural metal roof deck section that provides a wide support surface for various types of roofing materials and thinner rigid insulation. The steel deck institute maximum construction spans for two or more spans show a similar pattern. 20 ga 18 ga 16 ga.
Gauge thickness of the steel the gauge which is simply the thickness of the steel is another factor that impacts the cost. Steel decking is used in many applications but is particularly well suited to roofing and flooring. Verco hsb 36 can be custom run to longer lengths if needed. With metal deck the smaller the gauge number the thicker the steel.
In addition b roof deck is available in lengths ranging from 6 2 to 35 6. Gauges for roof decks vary from 24 to 16 gauge 22 gauge is the most common. Depending on the profile type we carry the following gauges. Hsb 36 is good in stock in the following gauges 22 20 18 16 gauge.
Type b metal roofing deck is available in 24 22 20 18 16 gauge with either a galvanized g60 or g90 finish or prime painted gray or white to inhibit rust while in transit primer is not a finish coat. Material is typically in stock in 22 20 18 gauge g60 g90 or gray primer in 36 width.