2000 Range Wall Tie

Details

Details

2000 Range Wall Tie – The UK’s first formed, fully de-bondable wall tie

The 2000 Range Wall Tie, which is available in sizes ranging from 200-350mm* is ground-breaking in more ways than one. Not only is it the UK’s original formed, fully de-bondable restraint fixing, but it is also sufficiently safer and stronger than all other formed ties on the market.

Fully de-bondable

The ACS 2000 Range Tie is a multi-purpose de-bondable wall tie that’s designed in accordance with all relevant standards. Conditional on its length, the tie operates as either a cavity tie in line with PD 6697, or as a movement tie when partnered with a de-bonding sleeve*.

As a movement tie, it accommodates in axis movement of up to +/- 10mm. It also provides lateral resistance to wind loading whilst allowing expansion and contraction of the masonry panel to prevent cracking.

Thanks to its multi-purpose, the 2000 Range Wall Tie offers not just procurement efficiencies, but on-site efficiencies too, as it can fulfil multiple roles on-site, reducing wastage.

Integrated safety and drip features

Accidents and injuries caused by wall ties are common on construction sites, and this is something we wanted to address when developing the new 2000 range.

Thanks to the engineered safety end, which is smooth to the touch, construction companies and bricklayers no longer have to rely on purchasing and fitting plastic caps to reduce wall tie injuries.

The 2000 Range Wall Tie also has an integrated drip feature that acts to prevent the transgression of water from the outer to the inner leaf of the building, even in angles of up to 5°.

Clearly defined embedment markings

Insufficient embedment of wall ties in the mortar joints of masonry cavity walls can spell disaster for the longevity of a building. That’s why our CE marked 2000 Range Wall Ties have clearly defined embedment markings along the body.

These indelible stamps, set at 62.5mm, so that ties exceed the minimum embedment of 50mm.

Slim, rigid profile

The 2000 Range Wall Tie has been expertly engineered to have the lowest profile for a formed tie on the UK market. This opens up opportunities for more economical use of fixings within the cavity wall, as other products such as mesh or bed joint reinforcements can be placed at the same time. This can shorten installation times considerably.

Material, sizing, and standards

Manufactured in Grade 304 (BS EN 1.4301) or Grade 316 (BS EN 1.4401) austenitic stainless steel, the 2000 Range Wall Tie is compliant with PD 6697 and classified as A1 non-combustible.

The tie also exceeds the requirements of a Type 1 tie as specified in BS EN 845-1. Additionally, it has been tested in line with the stated guidelines in both BS EN 846-5 and 846-7. It is therefore suitable for use in buildings of any height, altitude, or location.

*Only 200 & 225mm ties are de-bondable.

INSTALLATION & BEST PRACTICE

Wall ties should typically be installed at a density of at least 2.5 ties/m2 for walls in which both leaves are thicker than 90mm. This can be achieved by spacing the wall ties at 900mm horizontal centres and 450mm vertical centres, staggered at alternate courses.

Wall ties should be evenly distributed over a wall except around openings or at an un-bonded panel edge where the tie density should be increased to 225mm vertical centres within 225mm of the opening or edge.

The length of the wall tie should be sufficient to allow an embedment of at least 62.5mm meaning that the minimum embedment of 50mm is always achieved after allowing for site tolerances.

Test Results

Cavity Tie

Movement Tie (200 & 225mm)