PABCO® EXTERIOR SOFFIT
Key Benefits
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Soffit board designed to provide structural and environmental durability for exterior ceiling applications
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Formulated to resist sag
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Typically used on exterior ceilings of porches, walkways, carport, and similar installations in commercial and residential construction
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Available in 1/2” Regular, 1/2” Super C, 5/8” Type X, and 5/8” Type C
Product Description : gypsum panel for exterior ceiling applications
Exterior Soffit is designed for use in areas such as exterior soffits, open porches, walkways, carport ceilings, and similar installations in commercial and residential construction with indirect exposure to environmental conditions. The panel is formulated to provide structural and environmental durability, a requirement in outdoor environments. 1/2” regular is used in construction not requiring a fire-resistance rating. 1/2” Super C, 5/8” Type X, and 5/8” Type C panels are UL Certified per required testing for fire-resistance, surface burning characteristics, and non-combustible gypsum core. 5/8” Type C and 1/2” Super C are proprietary Type X panels manufactured to provide enhanced fire-resistance.
Additional Resources
Product Dimensions
| TYPE | UL CORE | THICKNESS | WIDTH | LENGTH | EDGE | WEIGHT |
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| Exterior Soffit Regular | N/A | 1/2" | 48" | 8'-12' | Tapered | 1.7 lbs/ft2 |
| Exterior Soffit Super C | PG-C | 1/2" | 48" | 8'-12' | Tapered | 2.0 lbs/ft2 |
| Exterior Soffit Type X | PG-11 | 5/8" | 48" | 8'-12' | Tapered | 2.3 lbs/ft2 |
| Exterior Soffit Type C | Type C | 5/8" | 48" | 8'-12' | Tapered | 2.4 lbs/ft2 |
1Length availability may change; other lengths may be available on a special-order basis. Consult with your local PABCO® representative.
2Represents approximate weight for design and shipping purposes. A more exact weight may be available for your area; consult with your local PABCO® representative.
Technical Data
| Composition | Core: Naturally occurring gypsum and proprietary additives Paper: 100% recycled paper on front, back and long edges |
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| Manufactured | ASTM C1396 |
| Installation | GA-216 Application and Finishing of Panel Products GA-214 Recommended Levels of Board Finish ASTM C840 Standard Specification for Application and Finishing of Gypsum Board |
| Surface Burning | ASTM E84 Flame Spread 15 Smoke Developed 0 |
| Combustibility | ASTM E136 Non-Combustible Gypsum Core |
| Fire Resistance and Sound Control | The PABCO® Sound Design Guide Sound Design Tool GA-600 Fire Resistance and Sound Control Design Manual Underwriters Laboratories - UL Product iQ® for the latest UL Design Numbers |
Product Documents
Technical
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3-Part Spec–092900–Gypsum Panels
3-Part Specification for all PABCO® Gypsum and QuietRock ® gypsum panel products.
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Safety Data Sheet – PABCO® Gypsum Panel Products
Safety Data Sheet for all PABCO Gypsum board products.
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PABCO® Exterior Soffit Submittal
Submittal document for PABCO Exterior Soffit board for exterior ceiling applications.
Literature
Wallboard Guidelines
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GA-214-2021 Levels of Finish for Gypsum Panel Products
The finishing requirements for walls and ceilings prior to the application of paints and other decorative finishes.
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GA-214-2022 Quick Reference Guide
Quick reference guide to the recommended levels of finish for gypsum panel products.
Sustainability
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HPD – PABCO 1/2″ Gypsum Panels
HPD v2.2 for 1/2″ PABCO Regular, Interior Ceiling, and LITECORE®.
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Raw Materials–PABCO® Gypsum Sheathing
Disclosure and Optimization–Sourcing of Raw Materials for 5/8” PABCO Gypsum Sheathing Type X.
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VOC – FLAME CURB® Products
VOC Emission Test Certificate for 5/8” FLAME CURB® Type C, which also applies for 1/2” FLAME CURB® Type C, 5/8”…
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VOC – PABCO® Regular Products
VOC Emission Test Certificate for 1/2” PABCO® Regular, 1/2″ LITECORE®, and PABCO® Flex gypsum board products.
