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Lysaght Trimdek
®

Subtle square fluted steel cladding Structural

House Framing
Rainwater Products
Products

lysaght trimdek® is a subtle square Colours

fluted steel cladding. The fluting in
trimdek is available in an attractive
the pans provides strength and long Rainwater
Customer Products
Support
Fencing Products
range of colours in colorbond®
spanning capabilities.
factory pre-painted steel and in
lysaght trimdekis available in long lengths, unpainted zincalume® aluminium/zinc
so on most jobs you can have one sheet alloy coated steel. Fencing
Home
Roofing Products
&Improvements
Walling Products
from ridge to gutter without end laps.
Standard colorbond® steel is available in a
is made of high strength
lysaght trimdek full range of contemporary colours suitable
steel and despite its lightness, provides for all building projects. colorbond metallic®
excellent spanning capacity and finish steel provides superior aesthetic Roofing
House & WallingProducts
Framing Products

remarkable recovery after deformation. qualities, and colorbond ultra® steel is

intended for severe coastal or industrial
The strength, spanning ability, lightness
environments.
and rigidity of lysaght trimdek permits wide House Framing
Customer Products
Support

support spacings to be used with safety. Minimum roof pitch

Refer to maximum support spacings listed Long lengths and a special anti-capillary
on page 2. groove in the side lap allows you to use
Simple, low-cost fixing lysaght trimdek on roof pitches as low as Customer
Home Support
Improvements

2‑degrees (1 in 30).
Long, straight lengths of lysaght trimdek can
be lowered into place and aligned easily.
Fixing with hexagon headed screws is Home Improvements

simple and fast.

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Lysaght Trimdek
®

Overlap Underlap

29 mm

762 mm cover

Masses Maximum Support Spacings Maximum support spacings (mm)

BMT kg/m kg/m2 m2/t BMT
(mm) The maximum recommended support Type of Span
ZINCALUME® 0.42 3.26 4.28 234 spacings are based on testing in 0.42 0.48
COLORBOND® 0.42 3.32 4.35 230 accordance with AS1562.1-1992, Roofs
ZINCALUME® 0.48 3.70 4.86 206 AS4040.1-1992 and AS4040.2-1992. Single Span 1100 1600
COLORBOND® 0.48 3.76 4.93 203 End Span 1300 1850
Roof spans consider both resistance
Material specifications Internal Span 1900 2600
to wind pressure and light roof
traffic (traffic arising from incidental Unstiffened Overhang 150 200
• zincalume® aluminium/zinc alloy- Stiffened Overhang 300 350
coated steel complying with maintenance). Wall spans consider
AS‑1397—2001 G550, AZ150 resistance to wind pressure only. Walls
(550MPa minimum yield stress, Single Span 2400 2700
The pressure considered is based
150g/m2 minimum coating mass); on buildings up to 10m high in End Span 3000 3000
Region B, Terrain Category 3, Ms=0.85, Internal Span 3000 3000
or Overhang 150 200
Mi=1.0, Mt=1.0 with the following
• Stainless steel standard grade assumptions made: • For roofs: the data are based on foot-traffic loading.
• For walls: the data are based on pressures (see wind
designation is AISI/ASTM Type 430; pressures table).
UNS No. S43000 Roofs: • Table data are based on supports of 1mm BMT.

Not available in metallic finishes as a Cpi=+0.20, Cpe=-0.90, Kl=2.0 for single

standard item. Subject to enquiry. and end spans, Kl=1.5 for internal spans.

The base metal thickness is 0.42 or Walls:

0.48mm. Cpi=+0.20, Cpe=-0.65, Kl=2.0 for single
The colorbond® prepainted steel spans, Kl=1.5 for internal spans.
complies with AS/NZS2728:1997. These spacings may vary by
Lengths serviceability and strength limit states
for particular projects.
Sheets are supplied custom cut.
Maximum roof lengths for drainage
Tolerances measured from ridge to gutter (m)
Length: + 0 mm, – 15 mm Penetrations will alter the flow of water
Width: + 4 mm, – 4 mm on a roof. For assistance in design of
roofs with penetrations, please seek
Walking on roofs advice from our information line.
Generally, keep your weight evenly
distributed over the soles of both feet
to avoid concentrating your weight
on either heels or toes. Always wear
smooth soft-soled shoes; avoid ribbed
soles that pick up and hold small
stones, swarf and other objects.
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ES IS IS ES
Spacing definitions 27ϒS
ES = End span
IS = Internal span Single
O = Overhang span
O

lysaght trimdek®: Limit State wind pressure capacities (kPa)

Span Limit Span (mm)
Type State 600 900 1200 1500 1800 2100 2400 2700 3000
Base metal thickness 0.42mm
Serviceability 4.98 3.91 2.83 1.87 1.16 0.75 0.53
SINGLE Strength* 10.25 8.35 6.45 4.75 3.60 3.00 2.75
Serviceability 4.18 3.63 3.08 2.55 2.06 1.62 1.22 0.85 0.50
END Strength* 6.35 5.85 5.30 4.80 4.30 3.80 3.25 2.75 2.25
Serviceability 5.05 4.18 3.42 2.83 2.36 1.94 1.56 1.23 0.97
INTERNAL Strength* 9.50 7.95 6.55 5.25 4.30 3.65 3.30 3.05 2.85

Base metal thickness 0.48mm

Serviceability 7.27 5.06 3.34 2.06 1.15 0.71 0.50 0.42
SINGLE Strength* 12.00 11.60 9.60 7.75 6.10 4.75 3.60 2.65
Serviceability 6.29 5.13 3.96 2.93 2.13 1.54 1.12 0.82 0.58
END Strength* 9.40 8.00 6.55 5.30 4.35 3.65 3.25 2.95 2.75
Serviceability 7.37 5.96 4.66 3.54 2.72 2.22 1.92 1.64 1.38
INTERNAL Strength* 9.90 8.55 7.35 6.25 5.40 4.75 4.30 3.85 3.45
* A capacity reduction factor of ø = 0.9 has been applied to strength capacities.
Supports must be not less than 1 mm BMT.

Limit states wind pressures Adverse conditions Cutting

lysaght trimdek offers the full benefits of If this product is to be used in marine, For cutting thin metal on site, we
the latest methods for modelling wind severe industrial, or unusually corrosive recommend a circular saw with a metal-
pressures. The Wind pressure capacity environments, ask for advice from our cutting blade because it produces fewer
table is determined by full scale tests information line. damaging hot metal particles and leaves
conducted at BlueScope Lysaght’s NATA- less resultant burr than a carborundum
Metal & timber compatibility
registered testing laboratory, using the disc.
direct pressure-testing rig. Lead, copper, bare steel and green or
Cut materials over the ground and not
some chemically-treated timbers are
Testing was conducted in accordance over other materials.
not compatible with this product; thus
with AS 1562.1—1992 Design and
don’t allow any contact of the product Sweep all metallic swarf and other debris
installation of sheet roof and wall
with those materials, nor discharge of from roof areas and gutters at the end
cladding—Metal, and AS 4040.2—1992
rainwater from them onto the product. If of each day and at the completion of the
Resistance to Wind Pressure for Non-
there are doubts about the compatibility installation. Failure to do so can lead to
cyclonic Regions.
of products being used, ask for advice surface staining when the metal particles
The pressure capacities for serviceability from our information line. rust.
are based on a deflection limit of
Maintenance Sealed joints
(span/120) + (maximum fastener pitch/30).
Optimum product life will be achieved For sealed joints use screws or rivets and
The pressure capacities for strength
if all external surfaces are washed neutral-cure silicone sealant branded
have been determined by testing the
regularly. Areas not cleaned by natural as suitable for use with galvanised or
cladding to failure (ultimate capacity).
rainfall (such as the tops of walls zincalume® steel.
These pressures are applicable when the
sheltered by eaves) should be washed
cladding is fixed to a minimum of 1.0 mm, Non-cyclonic areas
down every six months.
G550 steel. The information in this brochure is
Storage and handling
For material less than 1.0 mm thick, seek suitable for use only in areas where a
advice from our information line. Keep the product dry and clear of the tropical cyclone is unlikely to occur as
ground. If stacked or bundled product defined in
becomes wet, separate it, wipe it with a
AS 1170.2—2002 SAA Loading Code, Part
clean cloth and stack it to dry thoroughly.
2: Wind Loads.
Handle materials carefully to avoid
Ask for advice from our information
damage: don’t drag materials over rough
service on designs to be used in cyclonic
surfaces or each other; carry tools, don’t
areas.
drag them; protect from swarf.
Installation
Fasteners without insulation
Fixing to steel Fixing to steel Fixing to timber
up to 0.75 mm BMT >0.75 to 3 mm BMT
Self drilling, self tapping
screws with hex. washer head Self drilling, self tapping
13-13 x 55 Self drilling, self tapping screws for wood
OR screws with hex. washer head with hex. washer head
Crest Self drilling, self tapping
EPDM seal, EPDM seal,
fixed screws with hex. washer head Higrip & Shankguard
EPDM seal, Higrip & Shankguard
Higrip & Shankguard 12-14 x 45 SOFTWOOD: 12-11 x 65
HARDWOOD: 12-11 X 50
12-11 x 50
Self drilling, self tapping Self drilling, self tapping
screws with hex. washer head screws for wood
& EPDM seal Self drilling, self tapping
10-12 x 20 screws with hex. washer head with hex. washer head
Valley
fixed
OR
& EPDM seal & EPDM seal
Self drilling, self tapping SOFTWOOD: 10-12 x 30
screws with hex. washer head 10-16 x 16 SOFTWOOD: 10-12 x 20
& EPDM seal
10-16 x 16 Lay sheets toward prevailing weather
It is much easier and safer to turn
sheets on the ground than up on the
roof.
Fastening sheets to supports End lapping Before lifting sheets on to the roof,
End-laps are not usually necessary check that they are the correct way up
trimdekis pierce-fixed to timber or steel
because trimdek is available in and the overlapping side is towards the
supports. This means that fastener
long lengths. edge of the roof from which installation
screws pass through the sheeting.
will start.
You can place screws for lysaght trimdek If you want end-laps, seek advice from
our information line on the sequence of Place bundles of sheets over or near
through the crests or in the valleys.
laying and the amount of overlap. firm supports, not at mid span of
To maximise watertightness, always
roof members.
place roof screws through the crests. Ends of sheets
For walling, you may use either crest- or To align the first bullnosed sheet use
valley-fixing. It is usual to allow roof sheets to a level on the gutter-end.
overlap into gutters by about 50mm. If
Always drive the screws perpendicular the roof pitch is less than 25o or extreme Sheet-ends on low slopes
to the sheeting, and in the centre of weather is expected, the valleys of When trimdek is laid on slopes of 5º
the corrugation or rib. sheets should be turned-down at lower degrees or less, cut back the corner of
Don’t place fasteners less than 25mm ends, and turned-up at upper ends by the under-sheet, at the downhill end of
from
Overlap the ends of sheets. Underlap about 80o. the sheet, to block capillary action.
29 mm

≥25mm
Fasteners must be positioned 25mm or
more from endcover
762 mm of sheet.

Side-laps
The edge of trimdek with the
anti-capillary groove is always the
underlap (see figures on this page and
on Page 2). It is generally considered
good practice to use fasteners along
side-laps however, when cladding is
supported as indicated in Maximum
support spacings, side-lap fasteners are
not usually needed for strength.
The perfect finishing touch

Lysaght rainwater goods Novaline fascia

Whether you're renovating a classic
Australian house or searching for a
distinctive look for a new home, add
the perfect finishing touch to your
trimdek roof with our extensive range
of rainwater goods. lysaght rainwater
goods provide the perfect finishing
touch.
Our rainwater goods are manufactured
from zincalume® steel with colorbond®
prepainted steel available, so they'll
stand up to years of the harshest Trimline
Australian climate. Quad Sheerline

The choice of colours and styles is Fascia and some typical gutters
extensive, covering everything you
could need from gutters and downpipes, Mix and match
to fascia, flashings and cappings,
as well as fasteners and fixing clips. The wide choice of colorbond® steel
colours and lysaght profiles allows you
Gutters and downpipes to mix and match with ease.
We manufacture the perfect guttering One call gets it all
system for your home, whatever the
style. You can choose from quad, We provide everything you need,
trimline®, sheerline®, emline® or a number with one phone call, one order and
of other designs. no running around. So for your next
project, it makes sense to insist on steel
All designs can be complemented with sheeting and rainwater goods from
our complete range of square and round BlueScope Lysaght.
downpipes and rainwater accessories.
Why you should always insist
To ensure quick and easy installation on lysaght
there is also a full range of matching
fixing clips. When you specify lysaght products you
have the added advantage of dealing
Fascia with a company whose expertise and
lysaght novaline® fascia is attractive and experience with steel stretches back for
easy to install. It is strong, lightweight well over a century. A company with
and can be used as a complete system. a reputation for consistently producing
Special clips are also available to fix top quality products.
quad and trimline gutters to the fascia. Our products are backed by a
Flashings and cappings performance warranty for up to 25
years. The BlueScope Lysaght warranty
We supply flashings and cappings guarantees in writing that your products
standard or custom made. The finish will perform exactly to specifications
can be plain zincalume® steel or when installed in accordance with our
colorbond® steel.
recommendations.
 Lysaght Trimdek design advantages
®

• Smart appearance with subtle

square fluting
• Simple, low cost fixing so trimdek is
economical to install
• Available in a range of colorbond®
steel colours
• Can be used on pitches as low as 2º
• High tensile steel means design freedom
with longer spans and wider spreads

Disclaimer, warranties and limitation of liability

This publication is intended to be an aid for all trades and

professionals involved with specifying and installing Lysaght
products and not to be a substitute for professional judgement.

Terms and conditions of sale available at local BlueScope

Lysaght sales offices.

Except to the extent to which liability may not lawfully be

excluded or limited, BlueScope Steel Limited will not be under
or incur any liability to you for any direct or indirect loss or
damage (including, without limitation, consequential loss or
damage such as loss of profit or anticipated profit, loss of use,
damage to goodwill and loss due to delay) however caused
(including, without, limitation, breach of contract, negligence
and/or breach of stature), which you may suffer or incur in
connection with this publication.

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