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ToughRock® Gypsum Sheathing

  • Ideal as a substrate for exterior finishes, including vinyl/fiber cement siding, masonry veneer, and stucco.

Product Details

Discover the power and versatility of our 1/2″ ToughRock® Gypsum Sheathing and 5/8” ToughRock® Fireguard X® Sheathing, engineered by Georgia-Pacific for superior performance in any new building construction or renovation work. Whether you’re working with vinyl/fiber cement siding, masonry veneer or wire lath stucco, our products are perfectly suited for exterior finish cladding. They can be mechanically attached directly to wood or steel framing without fuss1.

The 5/8” ToughRock Fireguard X Sheathing is specially designed for fire-rated assemblies, boasting a UL and ULC classified Type X rating that demonstrates its ability to meet a variety of fire-rated requirements. Our ToughRock Sheathing adheres to the stringent requirements of ASTM C1396, Section 9, and is installed per ASTM C1280 and Gypsum Association documents GA-253 and GA-2542.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

  • Durable Design: Built with a non-combustible gypsum core and moisture-resistant recycled paper surfacing, ensuring long-lasting performance in residential and commercial applications.
  • Fire-Rated Protection (5/8” ToughRock® Fireguard X® Sheathing): UL and ULC Type X classified for a variety of fire-rated assemblies, providing enhanced safety and compliance.
  • Versatile Installation: Designed for direct mechanical attachment to both wood and steel framing.
  • Quality Standards: Manufactured to meet ASTM C1396, Section 9, and approved for installation per ASTM C1280 and Gypsum Association documents GA-253 and GA-254.

Product Specifications

1/2″ (12.7 mm)
5/8” (15.9 mm) - FireGuard X® Sheathing

PERFORMANCE ATTRIBUTES

R Value0.45 (0.079)2
Humidified Deflection10/8″ (32 mm)
ASTM TypeASTM C1396; ASTM C1629; ASTM C473; ASTM E136; ASTM E84
Flame Spread & Smoke Development15 & 0 (product dependent)
Fire RatingType X
Mold Resistance (only include for Dens® and MMR products)No (10/10)
Water Absorption for Dens® and MMR products5%

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Lengthstandard: 8’ (2440 mm) ± 1/4″ (6.4 mm)3
Widthnominal: 4′ (1220 mm), – 1/8″ (3 mm)3
Thicknessnominal inches: 1/2″ (12.7 mm), ± 1/32″ (0.8 mm)3
Weightlbs/sq. ft. nominal (kg/m²): 1.7 (9)1
EdgeSquare

PERFORMANCE ATTRIBUTES

R Value0.48 (0.085)2
Humidified Deflection5/8″ (15.9 mm)
ASTM TypeASTM C1396; ASTM C1629; ASTM C473; ASTM E136; ASTM E84
Flame Spread & Smoke Development15 & 0 (product dependent)
Fire RatingType X
Mold Resistance (only include for Dens® and MMR products)No (10/10)
Water Absorption for Dens® and MMR products5%

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Lengthstandard: 8’ (2440 mm) ± 1/4″ (6.4 mm)3
Widthnominal: 4′ (1220 mm), – 1/8″ (3 mm)3
Thicknessnominal inches: 5/8” (15.9 mm), ± 1/32” (0.8 mm)3
Weightlbs/sq. ft. nominal (kg/m²): 2.2 (11)1
EdgeSquare

CERTIFICATIONS

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Certifications may vary by production location, please contact local representative for more information.

1 Represents approximate weight for design and shipping purposes. Actual weight may vary depending on manufacturing location and other factors.

2 Per Gypsum Association document GA-235.

3 Specified minimum values are as defined in ASTM C1396.

* FIRE SAFETY CAUTION – Passing a fire test in a controlled laboratory setting and/or certifying or labeling a product as having a one-hour, two-hour, or any other fire resistance or protection rating and, therefore, as acceptable for use in certain fire rated assemblies/systems, does not mean that either a particular assembly/system incorporating the product, or any given piece of the product itself, will necessarily provide one-hour fire resistance, two-hour fire resistance, or any other specified fire resistance or protection in an actual fire. In the event of an actual fire, you should immediately take any and all actions necessary for your safety and the safety of others without regard for any fire rating of any product or assembly/system. For additional information concerning fire ratings and fire safety, visit our Product Fire, Safety and Use Information page.

Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) – For CPSA General Certificate of Conformity, please click here.

Resources

HPD/EPD
Installation
Safety Data Sheets
Submittal
Tech Guides
Warranties
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FAQs

Are there published negative wind load values for ToughRock® Sheathing?

Yes. Use the Negative Wind Load Resistance values as listed in Gypsum Association GA 235. If specific published test values are required, we would recommend using DensGlass® Sheathing or DensElement® Sheathing, which have published negative wind load resistance.

Does ToughRock® Sheathing carry an exposure warranty?

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum does not offer a limited warranty for ToughRock® Sheathing for exposure to weather conditions. Per the Gypsum Association publication, GA-253, the product needs to be covered with a weather-resistive barrier within 30 days of installation. If you require a product that does have a limited warranty for exposure to normal weather conditions, consider using DensGlass® Sheathing or DensElement® Sheathing.

Does ToughRock® Sheathing have recycled content?

The paper facers are made with 100% recycled paper. The total amount of recycled content depends on the manufacturing location. Refer to GP Gypsum Technical Services (1-800-225-6119) for more information.

How is ToughRock® Sheathing installed?

ToughRock® Sheathing should be installed per ASTM C1280 and Gypsum Association documents GA-253 and GA-254.

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