SCIF Container Series | Part 4: Perimeter Wall Specifications – Wall B

Wall B is suggested to be used for a Fixed Facility SCIF that is Open Storage without SID. The list below and accompanying diagram list all construction specifications for Wall B.
  • Three layers of Gypsum Wall Board (GWB) ⅝ inch-thick
    • One layer on the uncontrolled side
    • Two layers on the controlled side
    • Acoustic protection: Sound Class 3
  • Wallboard must be attached to 3 ⅝ inch-wide 16 gauge metals studs or wooden 2×4 studs placed no less than 16” on center
  • 16 gauge continuous track (top and bottom) with anchors at 32” on center maximum in continuous bead of acoustical sealant
For Expanded Metal:
  • Three-quarter inch mesh, #9 (10 gauge) expanded metal must be affixed to the interview side of all SCIF perimeter wall studs
  • Expanded metal must be spot-welded to the studs every six inches along each vertical stud at the ceiling and floor
  • Hardened screws with one inch washers or hardened clips should be used in lieu of welding to fasten metal to the studs
    • Screws must be applied every six inches along each vertical stud at the ceiling and floor
  • Fastening method must be noted in the FFC
  • Entire wall must be finished and painted from floor to ceiling

 

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Technical Specifications for Construction and Management of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities
SCIF Container Series | Part 1: Site Evaluation
SCIF Container Series | Part 2: Design Planning Checklist
SCIF Container Series | Part 3: Perimeter Wall Construction – Wall A

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