Fixture Comparison
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Type “F” Fixtures
Type “G” Fixtures
• Full 48″ opening required
• Nominal 48″ opening required
• Install from below the grid system
• Install and lay in from above the grid system
• Fixture rests on the bulb of the grid
• Fixture rests on the flange of the grid
• Type “F” is typical for drywall installation
• Type “G” is typical for acoustical installation
and drywall celings
• Fixture has integral flange to finish the cut drywall
• Fixture requires trim in drywall installation
Type “G” fixtures
install from above
and rest on the
flange
Type “F” fixtures have an integral flange to
cover the edges of the drywall opening
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Type “F” Fixtures require a full 24″ or 48″ opening to install from below
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Type “F” problem with main beams 48″ OC
Problem solved with 50″ cross tees (XL8947P)
and additional Type “F” routs on mains and tees
(no field modification required)
48″
50″
46-1/2″
48-1/2″
Type “F” Light Fixture
Type “F” Light Fixture
48″
48″
Note: All dimensions are nominal.
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Type “F” Fixtures
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
When main beams are installed 50″ on
center, type “F” light fixtures can easily
be installed perpendicular or parallel to
the main beam without time consuming
field modification
NOTE: Dimensions are nominal.
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Type “F” Fixtures
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Main beams and cross tees
are manufactured with
additional rout locations for
type “F” fixture installations
• use center rout for typical
cross tee location
• use offsetting routs for
type “F” fixtures
• single tees need to be
secured (see page 2-36
for details)
Cross Tee Offset to allow for type “F” fixture
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Installation Comparison between 48″ on center spacing and 50″ on center spacing
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Main Beams
Main Beams
48″ OC
26″
48″
50″ OC
48″
50″
50″
XL8925
#1
#3
#2
XL8925
XL8947P
XL8945P
XL8925
#11
XL8945P
XL8947P
#9
XL8947P
#12
#8
XL8947P
XL8947P
XL8947P
#6
#5
XL7918
XL8947P
#4
XL8945P
XL8947P
#10
#7
XL8925
XL8925
#13
HD8906
X = Hanger Wire
XL8947P
Examples of Type “F” fixture placement options
#1) 2′ x 4' Light using XL8925 Tees
#2) 2′ x 2′ Light using XL8945P & XL8925 Tees
#3) 2′ x 4′ Light using XL8947P Tees
#4) 2′ x 2′ Light using XL8925 Tees
#5) 2′ x 4′ Light using XL8945P & XL8947P Tees
#6) 2′ x 4′ Light using XL8947P Tees
#7) 2′ x 2′ Light using XL8947P & XL8925 Tees
#8) 1′ x 4′ Light using XL8945P & XL8947P Tees
#9) 1′ x 8′ Light using XL7918 Tees
#10) 2′ x 2′ Air grill using XL8925 Tees
#11) 2′ x 2′ Access panel using XL8925 Tees
#12) 1′ x 4′ Light using XL8947P Tees
#13) 1′ x 4′ Light using XL8947P Tees
These drawings show typical conditions in which
the Armstrong product depicted is installed. They are
not a substitute for an architect’s or engineer’s plan
and do not reflect the unique requirements of local
building codes, laws, statutes, ordinances, rules
and regulations (LegalRequirements) that may be
applicable for a particular installation.
Armstrong does not warrant, and assumes
no liability for the accuracy or completeness of the
drawings for a particular installation or their fitness
for a particular purpose. The user is advised to
consult with a duly licensed architect or engineer
in the particular locale of the installation to assure
compliance with all Legal Requirements.
Armstrong is not licensed to provide professional
architecture or engineering design services.
NOTE: All dimensions are nominal.
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Type “F” Fixture
installed — no field modification required when using XL8947P, XL8925, XL7918
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
24-3/4″
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Type “G” Lay-in
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
NOTE: If light fixtures have black
frames, 15/16″ face components
should be painted black
Type “G” fixtures require
15/16″ face tee components
at fixture locations.
Use 1-1/2″ face tees where
not supporting fixtures.
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Type “G” Lay-in
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
4′
4′
XL7341/XL8341
XL8945P
XL7341/XL8341
XL8945P
XL8945P
XL7341/XL8341
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HD8901
XL7341/XL8341
XL8945P
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XL7341/XL8341
HD8901
HD8901
XL8945P
Type “G” Fixture
is installed from above and rests on the flange of the grid
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Drywall
Cross Tee
HD8901
Drywall
Main Beam
Gypsum
Board
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Type “G” Lay In Light Fixture
“L” or “J” bead
by others
“L” or “J” bead
by others
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Drywall
HD8901 Cross Tee
Drywall
Main Beam
Gypsum
Board
Incandescent “Hi-Hat” light fixture in drywall ceiling
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Hanger Wire, 4′ O.C., or as
Required by Local Code
Incandescent “Hi-Hat” Light Fixture
Armstrong
Drywall Cross Tee
NOTE: “High-hat” to be supported by
suspension system. Supports wired or
clipped to grid/suspension system.
Armstrong
Drywall Main Beam
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Incandescent “Hi-Hat” light fixture in drywall ceiling
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Hanger Wire
Armstrong
Drywall Cross Tee
Armstrong Drywall
Main Beam
Incandescent
Fixture Outrigger
Hanger Wire
NOTE: “High-hat” to be
supported by suspension system.
Supports wired or clipped to
grid/suspension system.
Armstrong
Drywall Cross Tee
Armstrong Drywall
Main Beam
Drywall Screw
Gypsum Board
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Surface Mount Light Fixture
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Main Beam
Gypsum Board
Additional wires may be required to support load.
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Surface Mount
Light Fixture
(Screwed to Main Beam)
Access Door
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Access
Panel
Drywall
Main Beam
4′ Cross Tee
• Frame opening for access
panel using cross tees to
size required
• Attach and secure access
panel frame to suspension
system with sheet metal
screws and following
manufacturers instructions
4′ Cross Tee
Drywall Main Beam
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4′ Cross Tee
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Access Door Detail
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Spacer (as required)
Main Beam
Cross Tee
Gypsum Board
Framing Screws
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Access Panel
Return/Supply Air Slot
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
Drywall Grid
System
DWC
Hanger Wire
Drywall Grid
System
5/8″ Gypsum Board
2″ AXIOM
Perimeter Trim
AXIOM
Drywall
Bottom
Trim
Stiffener
5/8″ Gypsum Board
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Linear Air Bar
Drywall & ShortSpan Grid Systems
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