Drywall Panels

Gold Bond® High Strength Fire-Shield 30® Gypsum Board

Used in single or multi-layer drywall construction for 30-minute fire-rated or non-rated assemblies.

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30% lighter than standard 5/8" Type X gypsum board

Approved for single- or multi-layer drywall construction for 30-minute fire-rated or non-rated assemblies
  • For single-layer construction for 30-minute fire-rated or non-rated assemblies.
  • 30% lighter than standard 5/8” Type X gypsum board.
  • Approved component in specific 30-minute UL fire-rated designs.

Gold Bond® High Strength Fire-Shield 30® Gypsum Board consists of a fire-resistant, non-Type X gypsum core specially formulated to be 30% lighter than standard Type X gypsum board.

High Strength Fire-Shield 30 is approved for single-layer gypsum board construction for 30-minute fire-rated or non-rated assemblies and is encased in heavy, natural-finish, 100% recycled paper on the face and back sides. The face paper is folded around the long edges to reinforce and protect the core, and the ends are square-cut and finished smooth.

GridMarX® are printed on the paper surface to help installers instantly identify stud locations and make accurate cuts without having to pencil in or snap chalk lines.

NOTE: This is a NON-Type X product and is not a substitute for Type X Gypsum Board. The High Strength Fire-Shield 30 product is for 30-minute fire-rated and non-rated assemblies. The face of the board and the product end tapes are clearly labeled so the installer can identify this product for the appropriate application.

For a Type X product please see Gold Bond® High Strength Fire-Shield 60® Gypsum Board or Gold Bond® Fire-Shield® Gypsum Board.

Check the Fire and Safety Information for a more complete explanation of how fire resistance ratings work.

APPLICATIONS:

  • For single-layer construction for 30-minute fire-rated or non-rated assemblies

ADVANTAGES:

LIGHTWEIGHT

  • 30% lighter than standard 5/8” Type X gypsum board.
  • Lighter weight results in easier handling.

FIRE-RESISTANT MATERIAL

  • Features a fire-resistant Non-Type X core and is UL classified and approved for inclusion on specific UL fire-rated designs.
  • The gypsum core will not support combustion or transmit temperatures greatly in excess of 212°F (100°C) until completely calcined, a slow process.

FAST AND EASY TO INSTALL.

  • Features GridMarX guide marks on the board to allow for faster and more accurate installation.
  • Excellent working properties, including score and snap, reduced dust, and improved strength-to-weight ratio.
  • Cuts easily for quick installation, permitting painting or other decoration and the installation of metal or wood trim almost immediately.
  • Dimensionally stable under changes in temperature and relative humidity and resists warping, rippling, buckling and sagging.

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Product Details

Performance:

Drywall Panels, Lightweight Panels

Edge(s):

Tapered

Thickness(es):

5/8"

Width(s):

48"

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