9/16″ Steel Form Deck
9/16" steel form deck requires less concrete but spans shorter distances than deeper form decking. A lighter weight form makes it ideal for small spans and residential applications.
Description
Steel form deck is a term used to describe deck that is most frequently used as a stay in place form for structural concrete. It is designed to serve as a permanent steel base for poured concrete, eliminating the time and cost of wood forming. Steel form deck can be used in a variety of ways as installation is fast, easy, and economical.
About O’Donnell Metal Deck:
Since 1996 O’Donnell Metal Deck has been fueled by a high performing team you can count on. The order process is seamless from the time you request a metal deck quote, place an order and metal decking is delivered.
Our multiple stock & manufacturing locations combined with years of experience allow O’Donnell Metal Deck to service any job throughout the USA. Our process allows reduces the end-to-end logistic costs for delivering what you need when you need it. Contact your local branch to get started.
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FAQs:
What is 9/16″ Steel Form Deck?
9/16″ Steel Form Deck, often referred to as 9/16 Form, .6C, .6FD, or Non-Composite Deck, is a 9/16″-deep, with corrugations every 2 1/2" inches, this is used as a permanent form for concrete slabs.
What gauges are available for 9/16″ Steel Form Deck?
The most common gauges for Non-Composite Deck include 20ga, 22ga, 24ga, and 26ga. Check your specs or consult our team for the right choice.
What finishes are offered for 9/16″ Steel Form Deck?
Standard finishes for Non-Composite Deck are G-60 galvanized and G-90 galvanized, Prime-painted form decks are not recommended as the paint creates a barrier for proper concrete bonding. Learn more about metal deck finishes here.
What factors influence the cost of 9/16″ Steel Form Deck?
Cost drivers include current steel market prices, order quantity, gauge, finish, delivery location, and waste allowance. Contact your nearest branch for a detailed, project-specific quote.
What lead times should I expect for 9/16″ Steel Form Deck?
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- Stock lengths are usually available same-day or next-day for pickup or delivery.
- Custom-cut lengths or we roll our standard gauges (20-26ga) and finishes (G-60, G-90) typically in 1–2 weeks from order to delivery.
Can you custom-cut 9/16″ Steel Form Deck to the length I need?
Yes. We custom-cut products like 9/16″ Steel Form Deck to your specified lengths to reduce waste and speed up installation.
How can I save money when buying 9/16″ Steel Form Deck?
To cut costs, allow extra lead time, choose standard gauges and finishes, stay flexible on specs, and ask about surplus or secondary materials for discounts.
9/16 Deck Gauges:
9/16 Deck Finishes:
Galvanized G-60 zinc coated steel is the standard in the deck industry.
Galvanized G-90 is typically specified for exterior applications or project specific needs.
Deck Options:
Vented Deck:
Work with your engineer or architect to confirm the venting requirements based on the specific materials installed over the deck. We can supply factory punched integral hanger tabs in the deck to provide venting that provide between 0.25% and 0.50% open area.
Fast Metal Deck Shop Drawings:
Our ability to provide fast steel deck approvals has made us one of the best metal deck supply and detailing companies in the United States. Our process begins with fast and direct communication with our customers and stakeholders to ensure maximum productivity and timeliness. The metal deck shop drawing process is as outlined below.
Approval Drawings
Our team gathers, reviews and interprets information from the contract bid documents.
EOR Review
Our steel deck layout is submitted to the design team for missing information or discrepancies to solve potential issues.
BOM Fabrication
Once approved by the engineer, our detailers submit their bills of material to be fabricated.
Field Use Plans
We'll issue easy to read structural steel erection plans for field use to save installation time.
Learn More about Metal Deck Shop Drawings.
Certifications
SDI Members:
We only supply products certified by SDI members that meet the the strict standards for engineering, design, manufacturing and usage of steel decks.
Made in America:
Our products are made with US made steel. When mill certificates are required, we can provide you the material's physical and chemical properties. Contact Us for more information.
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Submittal Data:
Contact us for specific product submittals and load tables
9/16 Deck Attachment Pattern:
Your project Engineer will determine your attachment requirements for your design loads, building code and project requirements. The following standard 9/16 form deck attachment pattern has been provided as a minimum recommendation for the product specified. The attachments should be made to from deck to support, deck sidelap to deck sidelap and seck to perimeter supports.
| SPECIFICATIONS | DETAIL |
|---|---|
| Gauges | 20, 22, 24, 26, 28 |
| Height | 9/16" |
| Width | 36", 35" |
| Finish | Uncoated, Galvanized G-60, Galvanized G-90 |
