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INNOVATIVE DRY STACK SYSTEM 2017
ConnexTM 150 & 200
Connex™ 150 & Connex-T 150
Stretcher Unit13.8kg (approx)
The Connex™ 150 Stretcher is the main unit, as it stretches between end blocks and corner blocks.
Corner and End Unit10.8kg (approx)
The Connex™ 150 Corner and End unit can be used for either left or right hand corners as well as a full end block.
150 End Unit6.2kg (approx)
The Connex™ 150 End unit is used at ends and openings.
Connex™ 200 & Connex-T 200
Stretcher Unit16.0kg (approx)
The Connex™ 200 Stretcher is the main unit. It is called a ‘stretcher’ as it stretches between end blocks and corner blocks.
Corner and End Unit16.0kg (approx)
The Connex™ 200 Corner and End unit can be used for either left or right hand corners as well as a full end block.
200 Half Unit9.0kg (approx)
The Connex™ 200 Half unit is used as an end block, allowing the wall lengths to be built in multiples of 200mm. It is also used on each 2nd course at window and door openings, alternating with the Connex™ 200 End and Corner Units.
Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System
16kg (approx)The Connex Stretcher is the main unit. It iscalled a ‘stretcher’ as itstretches between endblocks and corner blocks.
200 400
200
Stretcher Unit
16kg (approx)The Connex End andCorner unit can be usedfor either left or righthand corners as well asa full end block.
200 400
200
End and Corner Unit
Components
9kg (approx)The Connex Half unit, used as an end blockallows wall lengths to be built in multiples of200mm. It is also used on each 2nd course atwindow and dooropenings, alternatingwith the Connex Endand Corner units.
200 200
200
Half Unit
Int roducing Connex™
The Boral Connex Block System introduces a dry mortarless wall system that when core-filled and reinforced is suitable for loadbearing, blade and retaining walls.
The Boral Connex Block can also be used for non-loadbearing walls when partially core-filled and reinforced.
The Boral Connex Block System comprisesof three modular components which keytogether eliminating the need for mortaredjoints above the first course.
Advantages• The system is quick and easy to install• Can be laid quicker than a standard
block wall• Minimal need for mortar• Reduced wet waste on site• A DIY alternative• Simple modular system – only three
components required• Four hour fire rated (240/240/240)• High acoustic performance
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Stretcher Unit13.8kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 Stretcher is the main unit, as it stretches between end blocks and corner blocks.
150 400
200
Corner and End Unit10.8kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 Corner and End unit can be used for either left or right hand corners as well as a full end block.
150 350
200
Connex™ 150 Components
150 End Unit6.2kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 End unit is used at endsand openings.
150 150
200
Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System :Typical Details
Connex™ Blocks Additional Information
For technical assistance:
Call Specifier Line on 1300 360 255Visit www.boral.com.au/mdg
ADELAIDEMain North Road,Pooraka SA 5095 Tel (08) 8262 3529Fax (08) 8260 3011
MELBOURNE17-47 Turner Street,Port Melbourne VIC 3207 Tel (03) 9681 9722Fax (03) 9681 9766
Orders, product samples and sales enquiries
03/07
Connex™ 150 Design Guidelines
Base Dimensions
Wall Height Steel Details Level Backfill Sloping Backfill max 1:4
Total Reinforcement Base Heel Base Heelheight V-bars width depth width depth (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)H B D B D
800 N12 at 400 600 500 800 500
1000 N12 at 400 800 500 1000 500
1200 N12 at 400 1000 500 1200 600
For higher walls please refer to the Boral Masonry Design Guide.
Section through Retaining Wall
250
N16@400
150
D
450
B
450 min. lap
H = 800 to 1200
Longitudinal reinforcement N12@400cts. commencing from top course. Omit on top of clean-out course.
Surcharge or sloping backfill (1 in 4 max.)
N12@400 cts
V Bars
SL72 Fabric
Optional capping
We reserve the right tochange the details in thispublication without notice.For a full set of Terms andConditions of Sale pleasecontact your nearest BoralMasonry sales office.
Front CoverBanks Road, Castle Hill NSW
™Connex™ is a registeredtrademark of Boral MasonryLimited. © Boral Masonry AllRights Reserved 2007.Boral Masonry LimitedABN 13 000 223 718
SizesContact your nearest Boral Masonry sales office for the full range ofConnex™ sizes available in your state. Not all sizes are available inall regions. Custom Connex™ sizes are available, however minimumorder quantities apply.
Colour and Texture VariationsThe supply of raw materials can vary over time. In addition,variation can occur between product types and production batches.
Stretcher Unit13.8kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 Stretcher is the main unit, as it stretches between end blocks and corner blocks.
150 400
200
Corner and End Unit10.8kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 Corner and End unit can be used for either left or right hand corners as well as a full end block.
150 350
200
Connex™ 150 Components
150 End Unit6.2kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 End unit is used at endsand openings.
150 150
200
Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System :Typical Details
Connex™ Blocks Additional Information
For technical assistance:
Call Specifier Line on 1300 360 255Visit www.boral.com.au/mdg
ADELAIDEMain North Road,Pooraka SA 5095 Tel (08) 8262 3529Fax (08) 8260 3011
MELBOURNE17-47 Turner Street,Port Melbourne VIC 3207 Tel (03) 9681 9722Fax (03) 9681 9766
Orders, product samples and sales enquiries
03/07
Connex™ 150 Design Guidelines
Base Dimensions
Wall Height Steel Details Level Backfill Sloping Backfill max 1:4
Total Reinforcement Base Heel Base Heelheight V-bars width depth width depth (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)H B D B D
800 N12 at 400 600 500 800 500
1000 N12 at 400 800 500 1000 500
1200 N12 at 400 1000 500 1200 600
For higher walls please refer to the Boral Masonry Design Guide.
Section through Retaining Wall
250
N16@400
150
D
450
B
450 min. lap
H = 800 to 1200
Longitudinal reinforcement N12@400cts. commencing from top course. Omit on top of clean-out course.
Surcharge or sloping backfill (1 in 4 max.)
N12@400 cts
V Bars
SL72 Fabric
Optional capping
We reserve the right tochange the details in thispublication without notice.For a full set of Terms andConditions of Sale pleasecontact your nearest BoralMasonry sales office.
Front CoverBanks Road, Castle Hill NSW
™Connex™ is a registeredtrademark of Boral MasonryLimited. © Boral Masonry AllRights Reserved 2007.Boral Masonry LimitedABN 13 000 223 718
SizesContact your nearest Boral Masonry sales office for the full range ofConnex™ sizes available in your state. Not all sizes are available inall regions. Custom Connex™ sizes are available, however minimumorder quantities apply.
Colour and Texture VariationsThe supply of raw materials can vary over time. In addition,variation can occur between product types and production batches.
Stretcher Unit13.8kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 Stretcher is the main unit, as it stretches between end blocks and corner blocks.
150 400
200
Corner and End Unit10.8kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 Corner and End unit can be used for either left or right hand corners as well as a full end block.
150 350
200
Connex™ 150 Components
150 End Unit6.2kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 End unit is used at endsand openings.
150 150
200
Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System :Typical Details
Connex™ Blocks Additional Information
For technical assistance:
Call Specifier Line on 1300 360 255Visit www.boral.com.au/mdg
ADELAIDEMain North Road,Pooraka SA 5095 Tel (08) 8262 3529Fax (08) 8260 3011
MELBOURNE17-47 Turner Street,Port Melbourne VIC 3207 Tel (03) 9681 9722Fax (03) 9681 9766
Orders, product samples and sales enquiries
03/07
Connex™ 150 Design Guidelines
Base Dimensions
Wall Height Steel Details Level Backfill Sloping Backfill max 1:4
Total Reinforcement Base Heel Base Heelheight V-bars width depth width depth (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)H B D B D
800 N12 at 400 600 500 800 500
1000 N12 at 400 800 500 1000 500
1200 N12 at 400 1000 500 1200 600
For higher walls please refer to the Boral Masonry Design Guide.
Section through Retaining Wall
250
N16@400
150
D
450
B
450 min. lap
H = 800 to 1200
Longitudinal reinforcement N12@400cts. commencing from top course. Omit on top of clean-out course.
Surcharge or sloping backfill (1 in 4 max.)
N12@400 cts
V Bars
SL72 Fabric
Optional capping
We reserve the right tochange the details in thispublication without notice.For a full set of Terms andConditions of Sale pleasecontact your nearest BoralMasonry sales office.
Front CoverBanks Road, Castle Hill NSW
™Connex™ is a registeredtrademark of Boral MasonryLimited. © Boral Masonry AllRights Reserved 2007.Boral Masonry LimitedABN 13 000 223 718
SizesContact your nearest Boral Masonry sales office for the full range ofConnex™ sizes available in your state. Not all sizes are available inall regions. Custom Connex™ sizes are available, however minimumorder quantities apply.
Colour and Texture VariationsThe supply of raw materials can vary over time. In addition,variation can occur between product types and production batches.
Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System
16kg (approx)The Connex Stretcher is the main unit. It iscalled a ‘stretcher’ as itstretches between endblocks and corner blocks.
200 400
200
Stretcher Unit
16kg (approx)The Connex End andCorner unit can be usedfor either left or righthand corners as well asa full end block.
200 400
200
End and Corner Unit
Components
9kg (approx)The Connex Half unit, used as an end blockallows wall lengths to be built in multiples of200mm. It is also used on each 2nd course atwindow and dooropenings, alternatingwith the Connex Endand Corner units.
200 200
200
Half Unit
Int roducing Connex™
The Boral Connex Block System introduces a dry mortarless wall system that when core-filled and reinforced is suitable for loadbearing, blade and retaining walls.
The Boral Connex Block can also be used for non-loadbearing walls when partially core-filled and reinforced.
The Boral Connex Block System comprisesof three modular components which keytogether eliminating the need for mortaredjoints above the first course.
Advantages• The system is quick and easy to install• Can be laid quicker than a standard
block wall• Minimal need for mortar• Reduced wet waste on site• A DIY alternative• Simple modular system – only three
components required• Four hour fire rated (240/240/240)• High acoustic performance
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Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System
16kg (approx)The Connex Stretcher is the main unit. It iscalled a ‘stretcher’ as itstretches between endblocks and corner blocks.
200 400
200
Stretcher Unit
16kg (approx)The Connex End andCorner unit can be usedfor either left or righthand corners as well asa full end block.
200 400
200
End and Corner Unit
Components
9kg (approx)The Connex Half unit, used as an end blockallows wall lengths to be built in multiples of200mm. It is also used on each 2nd course atwindow and dooropenings, alternatingwith the Connex Endand Corner units.
200 200
200
Half Unit
Int roducing Connex™
The Boral Connex Block System introduces a dry mortarless wall system that when core-filled and reinforced is suitable for loadbearing, blade and retaining walls.
The Boral Connex Block can also be used for non-loadbearing walls when partially core-filled and reinforced.
The Boral Connex Block System comprisesof three modular components which keytogether eliminating the need for mortaredjoints above the first course.
Advantages• The system is quick and easy to install• Can be laid quicker than a standard
block wall• Minimal need for mortar• Reduced wet waste on site• A DIY alternative• Simple modular system – only three
components required• Four hour fire rated (240/240/240)• High acoustic performance
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When reinforced and core-filled, Connex™ is ideal for load-bearing basement walls, blade walls and boundary retaining walls.
Connex™ can also be used for non-loadbearing masonry when partially reinforced and surface bonded.
Introducing Connex™The Boral Connex™ Block system introduces a dry mortarless wall system that when core-filled and reinforced is suitable for load bearing, blade and retaining walls.
The Boral Connex™ Block can also be used for non-loadbearing walls when partially core-filled and reinforced.
The Boral Connex™ Block System comprises of two ranges of block sytems consisting of three modular components that key together, thereby eliminating the need for mortared joints above the first course.
Advantages• The system is quick and easy to install.
• Can be laid quicker than standard blocks.
• First course is fully mortared, second course onwards is dry stacked.
• Reduced wet waste on site.
• A DIY alternative.
• Simple modular system - only three unit profiles per system.
• Connex™ 150 is three hour fire rated while the Connex™ 200 is four hour fire rated (240/240/240).
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PlanningCheck with your local council before commencement. Generally, they require reinforced walls and footings to be designed by a suitably qualified engineer.
DesignWall heights should be in multiples of 200mm to avoid cutting blocks. Lengths for Connex™ 150 should be in odd 200mm increments, e.g. 1300; 1500 etc.
Estimating• There are 12.5 full Connex™ blocks
per m2.
• There are 5 courses per vertical metre.
• There are 2.5 Half units per vertical metre at ends and openings.
• There are 2.5 Full end units per vertical metre of ends and openings.
• There are 5 Corner units per vertical metre at corners.
• One cubic metre of concrete grout fills 93 Connex™ blocks (7.44m2).
ConstructionWhere starter bars are required (retaining walls), the first starter bar is 75mm in from all ends and corners for Connex™ 150, and 100mm in from all ends and corners for Connex™ 200.
The 2nd starter bar is 275mm from the 1st bar for Connex™ 150 (See Fig 1) and 300mm from the 1st bar for Connex™ 200 (See Figure 2).
Other starter bars are spaced at 400mm or 200mm as required by the engineer.
A clean-out course is not required as there will be no mortar droppings, however the cores must be kept clear – of rubbish.
The first course of Connex™ is laid with nibs on top, in a bed of conventional mortar as footings and floor slabs are seldom perfectly level.
The following courses are dry-stacked. Check each course is plumb and level. Use tile wedges to adjust, inserting them from inside the core.
Grout-fill Connex™ blocks with 20MPa concrete with a maximum aggregate size of 7mm and a minimum quantity of 300kg cement per cubic metre.
Walls over 1.5m high should be filled to half way, allowing half an hour before returning to start to fill the remainder. This is to give the first part of the pour enough time to firm, reducing the amount of hydrostatic pressure at the bottom of the cores.
FireThe Connex™ 150 system can achieve a 180 minute Fire Resistance Level (FRL), while the Connex™ 200 system can achieve the highest Fire Resistance Level (FRL) required by the Building Code of Australia (BCA): 240/240/240.
The BCA allows FRLs for building elements of masonry to be determined through accordance with AS3700, the Masonry Structures code.
When reinforced and core-filled, the Connex™ system achieves a 240 (Srf < 36) / 180 / 180 FRL from the following:
The 240-minute Structural Adequacy FRL is achieved when these blocks are reinforced and the Slenderness ratio (Srf) of the wall is less than or equal to 36 as per Table 6.1 of AS3700.
A typical basement wall of 3.6m high has an Srf of 15 from Formula 6.3.2.2(2) which is less than half the maximum allowed.
For Connex™ 150 the 180-minute Integrity FRL is achieved as per Clause 6.4.2 which requires the other 2 FRLs to reach the integrity FRL. The 180-minute Insulation FRL is as per AS3700:2001, Table 6.3 which requires 150mm of concrete masonry material.
The Connex™ 150 block has 150mm of material when grout-filled.
For Connex™ 200 the 240-minute Integrity FRL is achieved as per Clause 6.4.2 which requires the other 2 FRLs to reach 240 minutes.
The 240-minute Insulation FRL is as per AS3700:2001, Table 6.3 which requires 180mm of concrete masonry material. The Connex™ 200 block has 200mm of material when grout-filled.
StrengthThe minimum characteristic unconfined compressive strength (ƒ’uc) of Connex™ masonry units is 15MPa when tested as per AS4456.4:2003.
Sound RatingThe sound rating required for corridor/unit walls and stair/unit walls by the BCA is Rw 50.
Mass Law calculations and similar tests show this can be achieved with the addition of 10mm of render to each face of the Connex™ block.
A party wall that divides a wet area from a habitable room in another unit requires Rw+Ctr>50 and an impact rating. A stud wall, (no wall ties 20mm clear of the masonry with Tontine TSB6 and 13mm plasterboard or 6mm villaboard fixed to the studs) can be added to achieve the impact rating and 28mm furring channels with Tontine TSB3 and 13mm plasterboard on the other side can achieve the Rw+Ctr>50 sound rating.
ConnexTM 150 & 200
100 300 100300200 or 400 as per engineer
100300
300100
200 or 400
Chip lug away to fit against corner unit
Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System
Connex™ is a dry–stack masonry system
When reinforced and core-filled, Connex is ideal for load-bearing basement walls, blade walls and boundary retaining walls.
Connex can also be used for non load-bearing masonry when partially reinforced and surface bonded.
Fire
The Connex system can achieve the highest Fire ResistanceLevel (FRL) required by the Building Code of Australia (BCA):240/240/240
The BCA allows FRLs for building elements of masonry to bedetermined through accordance with AS3700, the MasonryStructures code.
When reinforced and core-filled, Connex system achieves a 240 (Srf < 36) / 240 / 240 FRL from the following:
The 240-minute Structural Adequacy FRL is achieved whenthese blocks are reinforced and the Slenderness ratio (Srf) ofthe wall is less than or equal to 36 as per Table 6.1
A typical basement wall of 3.6m high has an Srf of 15 fromFormula 6.3.2.2(2) which is less than half the maximum allowed.
The 240-minute Integrity FRL is achieved as per Clause 6.4.2which requires the other 2 FRLs to reach 240-minutes.
The 240-minute Insulation FRL is as per AS3700:2001, Table 6.3which requires 180mm of concrete masonry material. TheConnex block has 200mm of material.
Strength
The minimum characteristic unconfined compressive strength(ƒ’uc) of Connex masonry units is 15MPa when tested as perAS4456.4:2003.
Sound Rating
The highest sound rating required by the BCA is Rw + Ctr 50.This is for party walls between home units.
Mass Law calculations and similar tests show this can beachieved with the addition of 10mm of render to each face ofthe Connex block. If the party wall divides a wet area from ahabitable room in the other unit, a stud wall, (no wall ties)around the wet area, with plumbing between studs can beadded to achieve the required impact rating.
Planning
Check with your local council before commencement. Generally,they require reinforced walls and footings to be designed by asuitably qualified engineer.
Design
Wall heights and lengths should be in multiples of 200mm to avoid cutting.
Estimating
• There are 12.5 full Connex blocks per m2
• There are 5 courses per vertical metre.• There are 2.5 Half units per vertical metre at ends and openings.• There are 2.5 Full end units per vertical metre of ends
and openings.• There are 5 Corner units per vertical metre at corners.• One cubic metre of concrete grout fills 93 Connex blocks (7.44m2)
Construction
Where starter bars are required (retaining walls), the first starterbar is 100mm in from all ends and corners.
The 2nd starter bar is 300mm from the 1st bar. See fig 1.
Other starter bars are spaced at 400mm or 200mm as requiredby the engineer.
A clean-out course is not required as there will be no mortardroppings, however the cores must be kept clear of rubbish.
The first course of Connex is laid with nibs on top, in a bed ofconventional mortar as footings and floor slabs are seldomperfectly level.
The following courses are dry-stacked. Check each course isplumb and level. Use tile wedges to adjust, inserting them frominside the core.
Grout-fill Connex blocks with 20MPa concrete with a maximumaggregate size of 7mm and a minimum quantity of 300kgcement per cubic metre.
Walls over 1.5m high should be filled to half way, allowing halfan hour before returning to start to fill the remainder. This is togive the first part of the pour enough time to firm, reducing theamount of hydrostatic pressure at the bottom of the cores.
Fig 1. Starter bar spacing from ends and corners
Fig 2. Starter bar spacing from Connex™ 200 ends and corners
Connex™150Mortarless Masonry Block System
Innovative dry stack system
Connex™ 150 is a dry–stack masonry systemWhen reinforced and core-filled, Connex™ is ideal for load-bearing basement walls, blade walls and boundary retaining walls.Connex™ can also be used for non load-bearing masonry when partially reinforced and surface bonded.
The 240-minute Structural Adequacy FRL is achieved when theseblocks are reinforced and the Slenderness ratio (Srf) of the wall is less than or equal to 36 as per Table 6.1 of AS3700.
A typical basement wall of 3.6m high has an Srf of 15 from Formula6.3.2.2(2) which is less than half the maximum allowed.
The 180-minute Integrity FRL is achieved as per Clause 6.4.2 whichrequires the other 2 FRLs to reach the integrity FRL.
The 180-minute Insulation FRL is as per AS3700:2001, Table 6.3 which requires 150mm of concrete masonry material. The 150mmConnex™ block has 150mm of material when grout-filled.
StrengthThe minimum characteristic unconfined compressive strength (ƒ’uc) ofConnex™ masonry units is 15MPa when tested as per AS4456.4:2003.
PlanningCheck with your local council before commencement. Generally, theyrequire reinforced walls and footings to be designed by a suitablyqualified engineer.
DesignWall heights should be in multiples of 200mm to avoid cutting.Lengths should be in odd 200mm increments, e.g. 1300; 1500 etc.
Estimating• There are 12.5 full Connex™ blocks per m2.• There are 5 courses per vertical metre.• There are 2.5 Half units per vertical metre at ends and openings.• There are 2.5 Full end units per vertical metre of ends and openings.• There are 5 Corner units per vertical metre at corners.• One cubic metre of concrete grout fills 180 Connex™ blocks (14.4m2).
Fig 1. Starter bar spacing from ends and corners
7575Steel 275
350Blocks 350multiples of 400
275200 or 400 as per engineer
75S
teel Sp
acing
275275
75 150400
1100W
all Leng
th
400150
Blo
ck Leng
ths
200 or 400
Chip lug away to fit against corner unit
FireThe Connex™ system can achieve a 180 minute Fire ResistanceLevel (FRL).
The Building Code of Australia (BCA) allows FRLs for building elementsof masonry to be determined through accordance with AS3700, theMasonry Structures code.
When reinforced and core-filled, Connex™ system achieves a 240 (Srf < 36) / 180 / 180 FRL from the following:
Sound RatingThe sound rating required for corridor/unit walls and stair/unit wallsby the BCA is Rw 50.
Mass Law calculations and similar tests show this can be achieved withthe addition of 10mm of render to each face of the Connex™ block.
A party wall that divides a wet area from a habitable room in anotherunit requires Rw+Ctr>50 and an impact rating. A stud wall, (no wallties 20mm clear of the masonry with Tontine TSB6 and 13mmplasterboard or 6mm villaboard fixed to the studs) can be added toachieve the impact rating and 28mm furring channels with TontineTSB3 and 13mm plasterboard on the other side can achieve theRw+Ctr>50 sound rating.
ConstructionWhere starter bars are required (retaining walls), the first starter bar is 75mm in from all ends and corners.
The 2nd starter bar is 275mm from the 1st bar. See fig 1.
Other starter bars are spaced at 400mm or 200mm as required bythe engineer.
A clean-out course is not required as there will be no mortardroppings, however the cores must be kept clear of rubbish.
The first course of Connex™ is laid with nibs on top, in a bed ofconventional mortar as footings and floor slabs are seldom perfectly level.
The following courses are dry-stacked. Check each course is plumb andlevel. Use tile wedges to adjust, inserting them from inside the core.
Grout-fill Connex™ blocks with 20MPa concrete with a maximumaggregate size of 7mm and a minimum quantity of 300kg cementper cubic metre.
Walls over 1.5m high should be filled to half way, allowing half an hourbefore returning to start to fill the remainder. This is to give the firstpart of the pour enough time to firm, reducing the amount ofhydrostatic pressure at the bottom of the cores.
Fig 1. Starter bar spacing from Connex™ 150 ends and corners
INNOVATIVE DRY STACK SYSTEM
ConnexTM 150 & 200
Connex™ 150 Design Guidelines
Base Dimensions
WallHeight
Steel Details Level BackfillSloping Backfill
max 1:4
Total Height
(mm) HReinforcement V-bars
Base Width
(mm) B
Heel Depth
(mm) D
Base Width
(mm) B
Heel Depth
(mm) D
800 N12 at 400 600 500 800 500
1000 N12 at 400 800 500 1000 500
1200 N12 at 400 1000 500 1200 600
For higher walls please refer to the Boral Masonry Design Guide
Connex™ 200 Design Guidelines
Base Dimensions
WallHeight
Steel Details Level BackfillSloping Backfill
max 1:4
Total Height
(mm) H
Reinforcement
V-bars
Heel Width
(mm) W
Base Width
(mm) B
Heel Depth
(mm) D
Base Width
(mm) B
Heel Depth
(mm) D
800 N12 at 400 450 600 500 800 500
1400 N16 at 400 450 1200 500 1400 600
1600 N16 at 400 450 1400 600 1600 700
1800 N16 at 400 450 1600 700 1800 800
2000 N16 at 400 600 1800 700 2000 800
For higher walls please refer to the Boral Masonry Design Guide
Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System Typical Details
Sect ion through Retaining Wall
Connex Design Guidelines
Fully Propped Wall
Base dimensionsWall height Steel details Level backfill Sloping Backfill max 1:4
Total Reinforcement Heel Base Heel Base Heelheight V-bars width width depth width depth (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)H W B D B D800 N12 at 400 450 600 500 800 5001400 N16 at 400 450 1200 500 1400 6001600 N16 at 400 450 1400 600 1600 7001800 N16 at 400 450 1600 700 1800 8002000 N16 at 400 600 1800 700 2000 800
Locate the continuousdrain at the bottom of the base
Free draininggranularmaterial
Filter fabric to keep silt out of drainage material
Surcharge or sloping backfill (1 in 4 max.)
Backfill
Dishdrain
200
WB
D250
600minimumlap
H
SL72 Fabric
N16@400N12@400
Optional capping
Longitudinal reinforcement:N12@400 cts. Omit on top of clean-out course
N16 in top course only
V bars
N12 at 400 cts
200
55mmcover
1000
N16 @400 cts or N12 at 200 cts
N12 @400 cts
2700 max.
Floor slab reinforcement
Floor slab reinforcement
N12 at 200 cts
Ag. drain
Vertical reinforcement:N16 @400 cts, central
Tanking to back face of wall e.g. Bituminous coating
Connexblocks
Horizontal reinforcement,N12 at 400 cts
For higher walls please refer to the Boral Masonry Design Guide.
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Fully Propped Connex™ 200 Wall
Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System Typical Details
Sect ion through Retaining Wall
Connex Design Guidelines
Fully Propped Wall
Base dimensionsWall height Steel details Level backfill Sloping Backfill max 1:4
Total Reinforcement Heel Base Heel Base Heelheight V-bars width width depth width depth (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)H W B D B D800 N12 at 400 450 600 500 800 5001400 N16 at 400 450 1200 500 1400 6001600 N16 at 400 450 1400 600 1600 7001800 N16 at 400 450 1600 700 1800 8002000 N16 at 400 600 1800 700 2000 800
Locate the continuousdrain at the bottom of the base
Free draininggranularmaterial
Filter fabric to keep silt out of drainage material
Surcharge or sloping backfill (1 in 4 max.)
Backfill
Dishdrain
200
WB
D250
600minimumlap
H
SL72 Fabric
N16@400N12@400
Optional capping
Longitudinal reinforcement:N12@400 cts. Omit on top of clean-out course
N16 in top course only
V bars
N12 at 400 cts
200
55mmcover
1000
N16 @400 cts or N12 at 200 cts
N12 @400 cts
2700 max.
Floor slab reinforcement
Floor slab reinforcement
N12 at 200 cts
Ag. drain
Vertical reinforcement:N16 @400 cts, central
Tanking to back face of wall e.g. Bituminous coating
Connexblocks
Horizontal reinforcement,N12 at 400 cts
For higher walls please refer to the Boral Masonry Design Guide.
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Section Through Connex™ 200 Retaining Wall
Stretcher Unit13.8kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 Stretcher is the main unit, as it stretches between end blocks and corner blocks.
150 400
200
Corner and End Unit10.8kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 Corner and End unit can be used for either left or right hand corners as well as a full end block.
150 350
200
Connex™ 150 Components
150 End Unit6.2kg (approx)The Connex™ 150 End unit is used at endsand openings.
150 150
200
Connex™ Mortarless Masonry Block System :Typical Details
Connex™ Blocks Additional Information
For technical assistance:
Call Specifier Line on 1300 360 255Visit www.boral.com.au/mdg
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Orders, product samples and sales enquiries
03/07
Connex™ 150 Design Guidelines
Base Dimensions
Wall Height Steel Details Level Backfill Sloping Backfill max 1:4
Total Reinforcement Base Heel Base Heelheight V-bars width depth width depth (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)H B D B D
800 N12 at 400 600 500 800 500
1000 N12 at 400 800 500 1000 500
1200 N12 at 400 1000 500 1200 600
For higher walls please refer to the Boral Masonry Design Guide.
Section through Retaining Wall
250
N16@400
150
D
450
B
450 min. lap
H = 800 to 1200
Longitudinal reinforcement N12@400cts. commencing from top course. Omit on top of clean-out course.
Surcharge or sloping backfill (1 in 4 max.)
N12@400 cts
V Bars
SL72 Fabric
Optional capping
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SizesContact your nearest Boral Masonry sales office for the full range ofConnex™ sizes available in your state. Not all sizes are available inall regions. Custom Connex™ sizes are available, however minimumorder quantities apply.
Colour and Texture VariationsThe supply of raw materials can vary over time. In addition,variation can occur between product types and production batches.
Section Through Connex™ 150 Retaining Wall
INNOVATIVE DRY STACK SYSTEM
1. Starter BarsWhere starter bars are required (retaining walls) the bars are positioned as per Figures 1 and 2.
A clean out course is not required as there will be no mortar droppings, however the cores must be kept clear of rubbish.
5. Half Units and Corner/End UnitsHalf units and corner/end units are laid to alternate courses to form an end or opening.
2. First Course
The first course of Connex™ is laid with nibs on top, in a bed of conventional mortar as footings as floor slabs are seldom level.
6. Following Courses
The following courses are dry-stacked. Check each course is plumb and level. Use tile wedges to adjust, inserting them from inside the core.
3. 90° Corners
To form a 90° corner, lay one Connex™ Corner/End unit.
7. Horizontal Reinforcing
Horizontal reinforcing steel bars can be easily positioned into the block recess. After chipping away a recess between the knock-out grooves in the side of the Connex™ unit.
4. Remove Nib
Chip the vertical nib off the end of a Connex™ Stretcher unit to fit flush with the side of the Connex™ Corner/End unit.
8. Grout Fill
Grout fill Connex™ blocks with 20MPa concrete with a maximum aggregate size of 7mm and a minimum quantity of 300kg cement per cubic metre.
ConnexTM 150 & 200INNOVATIVE DRY STACK SYSTEM
For more information contact 1300 134 002 or visit www.boral.com.auShade variations can occur from batch to batch. Colours shown are indicative only and should not be used for final selection. Not all colours are available in every region for each product. Products ordered should be chosen from actual samples current at the time of order and are subject to availability. Photographs in this brochure are only representative of Boral products and the appearance and effect that may be achieved by their use. Samples brochure and displays should be viewed as a guide only. Customers should ensure all delivered products are acceptable, and any concerns about products are made prior to laying. © Copyright Boral Masonry Limited – all rights reserved 2017. Boral, the Boral logo, boral.com.au, Build something great, are trademarks or registered marks of Boral Limited or Boral Masonry Limited in Australia, other countries, or both. BCC_15103 Nov17
INNOVATIVE DRY STACK SYSTEM
ConnexTM 150 & 200