Spandek

® Trapezoidal
steel cladding

• Contemporary-looking, trapezoidal profile

which is ideal where a stronger, bolder, sharper
corrugated appearance is required
• SPandek combines strength with lightness,
rigidity and economy.
• The long, straight lengths of spandek can be
lowered into place and easily aligned.
• A special anti-capillary groove in the side lap
allows you to use spandek on roof pitches as
low as 3 degrees (1 in 20).
Lysaght Spandek Underlap Overlap

lysaght spandek® is a contemporary-looking, trapezoidal profile which 24 mm

is ideal where a stronger, bolder, more modern corrugated appearance is
required.
spandek was originally designed as a strong attractive roofing material 700 mm cover
for industrial and commercial construction—however spandek has
proved equally popular for homes and public buildings, underlining its
versatility and pleasing appearance.
spandek combines strength with lightness, rigidity and economy.

Masses

Material specifications
• z incalume® aluminium/zinc alloy-coated steel complying with
AS‑1397—2001 G550, AZ150 (550MPa minimum yield stress,
150g/m2 minimum coating mass);
or
• Stainless steel standard grade designation is AISI/ASTM Walking on roofs
Type 430; UNS No. S43000 Generally, keep your weight evenly distributed over the soles of both feet
Stainless steel is available in a limited range of colours, and is available to avoid concentrating your weight on either heels or toes. Always wear
subject to enquiry. smooth soft-soled shoes; avoid ribbed soles that pick up and hold small
stones, swarf and other objects.
The base metal thickness is 0.42 or 0.48mm.
Maximum Support Spacings
The colorbond® prepainted steel complies with The maximum recommended support spacings are based on testing in
AS/NZS2728:1997. accordance with AS1562.1-1992, AS4040.1-1992 and AS4040.2-1992.
Colours Roof spans consider both resistance to wind pressure and light roof
spandek is available in an attractive range of colours in colorbond® traffic (traffic arising from incidental maintenance). Wall spans consider
pre-painted steel and in unpainted zincalume® aluminium/zinc alloy resistance to wind pressure only.
coated steel.
The pressure considered is based on buildings up to 10m high in
zincalume® steel provides a minimum of twice the life of conventional Region B, Terrain Category 3, Ms=0.85, Mi=1.0, Mt=1.0 with the following
galvanised steel in the same environment. assumptions made:
The standard colorbond® steel offers a full range of contemporary Roofs:
colours suitable for all building projects. colorbond® metallic steel Cpi=+0.20, Cpe=-0.90, Kl=2.0 for single and end spans, Kl=1.5 for internal
provides superior aesthetic qualities, and colorbond® ultra steel is
spans.
intended for severe coastal or industrial environments.
Walls:
Both colorbond® Metallic and Ultra steel are available in a limited
range of colours, and are available subject to enquiry. Cpi=+0.20, Cpe=-0.65, Kl=2.0 for single spans, Kl=1.5 for internal spans.

Lengths These spacings may vary by serviceability and strength limit states
for particular projects.
Sheets are supplied custom cut.
Tolerances Maximum roof lengths for drainage measured from ridge to
Length: + 0mm, – 15mm gutter (m)
Width: + 4mm, – 4mm Penetrations will alter the flow of water on a roof. For assistance
in design of roofs with penetrations, please seek advice from our
information line.
lysaght spandek: Limit State wind pressure capacities (kPa)

s if end lap
End spannsion joint
or expa eeting O ES
IS
in sh IS IS ES O

Limit states wind pressures O

spandek offers the full benefits of the latest methods for modelling
ES IS IS ES
Spacing definitions
ES = End span
wind pressures. The Wind Pressure capacity table is determined by full IS = Internal span
O = Overhang
Single
span
scale tests conducted at BlueScope Lysaght’s NATA-registered testing O

laboratory, using the direct pressure-testing rig.

Keep the product dry and clear of the ground. If stacked or bundled product
Testing was conducted in accordance with AS 1562.1—1992 Design and
becomes wet, separate it, wipe it with a clean cloth to dry thoroughly.
Installation of Sheet Roof and Wall Cladding—Metal, and
AS 4040.2:1992 Resistance to Wind Pressure for Non-cyclonic Regions. Handle materials carefully to avoid damage: don’t drag materials over
rough surfaces or each other; don’t drag tools over material; protect from
The pressure capacities for service-ability are based on a deflection limit
swarf.
of (span/120) + (maximum fastener pitch/30).
The pressure capacities for strength have been determined by testing the Cutting
cladding to failure (ultimate capacity). These pressures are applicable For cutting thin metal on site, we recommend a circular saw with a metal-
when the cladding is fixed to a minimum of 1.0mm, G550 steel. cutting blade because it produces fewer damaging hot metal particles
and leaves less resultant burr than a carborundum disc.
For material less than 1.0mm thick, seek advice from our information line.
Cut materials over the ground and not over other materials.
Adverse conditions Sweep all metallic swarf and other debris from roof areas and gutters at
If this product is to be used in marine, severe industrial, or unusually the end of each day and at the completion of the installation. Failure to do
corrosive environments, ask for advice from our information line. so can lead to surface staining when the metal particles rust.

Metal & timber compatibility Sealed joints

Lead, copper, bare steel and green or some chemically-treated timbers For sealed joints use screws or rivets and neutral-cure silicone sealant
are not compatible with this product; thus don’t allow any contact of the branded as suitable for use with galvanised or zincalume® steel.
product with those materials, nor discharge of rainwater from them onto
the product. If there are doubts about the compatibility of products being Non-cyclonic areas
used, ask for advice from our information line. The information in this brochure is suitable for use only in areas where a
tropical cyclone is unlikely to occur as defined in AS 1170.2—2002.
Maintenance
For information on the use of lysaght products in cyclonic conditions,
Optimum product life will be achieved if all external surfaces are washed
refer to the Design Capacities for Cyclonic Areas brochure (formerly
regularly. Areas not cleaned by natural rainfall (such as the tops of walls
Cyclonic Area Design Manual) which is available by ringing Steel Direct
sheltered by eaves) should be washed down every six months. on 1800 641 417 or on our website: www.lysaght com.
Saftey, storage and handling
Handling Safety - Lysaght product may be sharp and heavy.
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LON
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It is recommended that heavy-duty cut resistant gloves and appropriate LAT
27°S
NON AREA
manual handling techniques or a lifting plan be used when handling
material.
The Perfect finishing touch Mix and match
The wide choice of colorbond® steel colours and lysaght profiles
allows you to mix and match with ease.
Lysaght rainwater goods
Whether you’re renovating a classic Australian house or searching One call gets it all
for a distinctive look for a new home, add the perfect finishing touch We provide everything you need, with one phone call, one order and
to your spandek roof with our extensive range of rainwater goods. no running around. So for your next project, it makes sense to insist on
lysaght rainwater goods provide the perfect finishing touch. steel sheeting and rainwater goods from BlueScope Lysaght.
Our rainwater goods are manufactured from zincalume® steel with Why you should always insist on lysaght
colorbond® prepainted steel available, so they’ll stand up to years
of the harshest Australian climate. When you specify lysaght products you have the added advantage
of dealing with a company whose expertise and experience with steel
The choice of colours and styles is extensive, covering everything you stretches back for well over a century. A company with a reputation
could need from gutters and downpipes, to fascia, flashings and for consistently producing top quality products.
cappings, as well as fasteners and fixing clips.
Our products are backed by a performance warranty for up to 25
Gutters and downpipes years. The BlueScope Lysaght warranty guarantees in writing that
your products will perform exactly to specifications when installed in
We manufacture the perfect guttering system for your home, whatever
accordance with our recommendations.
the style. You can choose from QUAD, trimline®, sheerline®,
emline® gutters or a number of other designs.
All designs can be complemented with our complete range of square
and round downpipes and rainwater accessories.
To ensure quick and easy installation there is also a full range of
matching fixing clips.

Fascia
lysaght novaline® fascia is attractive and easy to install. It is
strong, lightweight and can be used as a complete system. Special
clips are also available to fix qUAD and trimline® gutters to the
fascia.

Flashings and cappings

We supply flashings and cappings standard or custom made.
The finish can be plain zincalume® steel or colorbond® steel.
Installation

Roofzips® (M5.5-11x50) Roofzips® (M5.5-11x50) Roofzips® (M6-11x65)

Type 17

12-11x50 (M5.5-11x65)
(M5.5-11x50) (M5.5-14x45) (M5.5-11x50)

Roofzips® (M6-11x65)

10-12x20 (M4.8-12x20) Type 17

(M4.8-12x30)
10-16x16 (M4.8-12x20)
10-16x16 (M4.8-16x16) (M4.8-16x16)

Fastening sheets toCrest:

supports
3 fasteners† Crest fixing for roof or walls
spandek is pierce-fixed to timber or steel supports. This means that
fastener screws pass through the sheeting.
Valley: 3 fasteners†
You can place screws for spandek through the crests or in the valleys. S
To maximise watertightness, always place roof screws through the
crests. For walling, you may use either crest- or valley-fixing.
Always drive the screws perpendicular to the sheeting, and in the centre
Crest: 4 fasteners†
of the corrugation or rib. Valley fixing for walls only

Don’t place fasteners less than 25mm from the ends of sheets.
Valley: 4 fasteners†
Side-laps S
The edge of spandek with the anti-capiliary groove is always the
underlap (see figures on this pageperand
† Fasteners onper
sheet page 2). ItMost
support. is generally
common practice is:
considered good practice3 to use fasteners
fasteners for internalalong
spans side-laps however,
and 4 fasteners when
for single and end spans. Crest: 3 fasteners† Cr
S = Side-lap
cladding is supported as indicated in Maximum Support Spacings, side-
lap fasteners are not usually needed for strength.
Valley: 3 fasteners†
End lapping S

End-laps are not usually necessary because spandek is available in long

lengths.
If you want end-laps, seek advice from our information line on the Crest: 4 fasteners†
Va
sequence of laying and the amount of overlap.
Ends of sheets Valley: 4 fasteners†
S
It is usual to allow roof sheets to overlap into gutters by about 50mm.
If the roof pitch is less than 25° or extreme weather is expected, the
† Fasteners per sheet per support. Most common practice is:
valleys of sheets should be turned-down at lower ends, and turned-up at 3 fasteners for internal spans and 4 fasteners for single and end spans.
upper ends by about 80°. S = Side-lap

Laying procedure Sheet-ends on low slopes

When spandek is laid on slopes of 5 degrees or less, cut back the
For maximum weather-tightness, start laying sheets from the end of the
corner of the under-sheet, at the downhill end of the sheet, to block
building that will be in the lee of the worst-anticipated or prevailing
capillary action.
weather.
It is much easier and safer to turn sheets on the ground than up on the
roof.
Before lifting sheets on to the roof, check that they are the correct way
up and the overlapping side is towards the edge of the roof from which
installation will start.
Approx.
5 mm Approx. 5 mm
Place bundles of sheets over or near firm supports, not at mid span of
roof members. Cut back corner & rib
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 statute), which you may
suffer or incur in connection with this publication.
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