AS 2699.2:2020 Built-in components for masonry construction, Part 2: Connectors and accessories
Standards Australia
Supersedes: AS/NZS 2699.2:2000 Built-in components for masonry construction, Part 2: Connectors and accessories
Draft Designation: DR AS 2699.2:2019This Standard is the second part of a three-part series on masonry wall ties, connectors and accessories, and lintels and shelf angles. The series comprises the following:
AS 2699.1, Built-in components for masonry construction, Part 1: Wall ties
AS 2699.2, Built-in components for masonry construction, Part 2: Connectors and accessories
AS 2699.3, Built-in components for masonry construction, Part 3: Lintels and shelf angles (durability requirements)
The objective of this Standard is to provide manufacturers with specifications for corrosion resistance and tests for structural serviceability of connectors and accessories when built into masonry.
The types and spacings of connectors and accessories necessary to meet design requirements are specified in AS 3700, Masonry structures, and AS 4773.1, Masonry in small buildings, Part 1: Design and, AS 4773.2, Masonry in small buildings, Part 2: Construction.
The terms “normative” and “informative” are used in Standards to define the application of the
appendices to which they apply. A “normative” appendix is an integral part of a Standard, whereas an
“informative” appendix is only for information and guidance.
Notes to clauses in this Standard are for information and guidance only and conformance with them is
not a requirement of the Standard.
First published in Australia as AS INT 325-1953. Revised and redesignated as AS 2975-1987. First published in New Zealand as NZS 4210:1989. AS 2975-1987 and part of NZS 4210:1989 jointly revised and redesignated as AS/NZS 2699.2:2000. AS/NZS 2699.2:2000 revised and redesignated as AS 2699.1:2020.
Contents:
Section 1: Scope and general
Section 2: Performance criteria
Section 3: Materials
Section 4: Identification markings
Section 5: Testing
Appendix A: (normative) Method for determining the coating thickness of galvanized
components
Appendix B: (normative) Product conformity
Appendix C: (informative) Purchasing guidelines
Appendix D: (informative) Typical relationship of durability class to atmospheric
corrosivity category
Appendix E: (informative) Tests to identify stainless steel grades
Appendix F: (normative) Structural performance test methods
Appendix G: (normative) Method of test for resistance to water transfer
Contents:
This Standard specifies requirements for connectors and accessories built into masonry, including —
(a) masonry anchors;
(b) masonry connectors;
(c) masonry components other than wall ties;
(d) tie-downs in masonry;
(e) bolts and fixings in masonry;
(f ) bed-joint mesh in masonry; and
(g) all accessories for masonry construction other than —
(i) wall ties that are covered by AS 2699.1;
(ii) lintels and shelf angles that are covered by AS 2699.3;
(iii) damp proof courses and flashings that are covered by AS/NZS 2904 and AS 3700;
(iv) termite protection that is covered by AS/NZS 3660 series; and
(v) mullions are covered by AS 3700.
NOTE 1: Bed-joint mesh is fabric laid in masonry bed joints as a tying material. This item does not include
structural reinforcement in the bed joints of reinforced masonry.
NOTE 2: The design and installation of connectors and accessories are specified in AS 3700, AS 4773.1 (design)
and AS 4773.2 (construction).
The requirements for connectors and accessories specified in this Standard cover —
(A) durability — materials specifications and test methods; and
(B) structural — test methods only.
NOTE 3: The durability classifications employed in this Standard are compatible with the environments
specified in AS 3700, AS 4773.1, AS 4773.2, ISO 9223 and AS 4312—2008.
Because of the wide variety of connectors and accessories and their diverse applications, this Standard
does not provide specifications for structural performance parameters. Test methods for these
parameters are given for the guidance of manufacturers, designers and purchasers.
NOTE 4: Specifications for structural performance of components may be nominated by manufacturers, or
negotiated between manufacturers, suppliers, designers and purchasers.
This Standard applies to connectors and accessories used in masonry described in AS 3700, AS 4773.1
and AS 4773.2.
Masonry Wall Ties and Accessories.
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Australasian Corrosion Association; Australian Industry Group; Australian Institute of Building Surveyors; Australian Stainless Steel Development Association; Australian Steel Institute; Bureau of Steel Manufacturers of Australia; Concrete Masonry Association of Australia; Galvanizers Association of Australia; Housing Industry Association; Materials Australia; Think Brick Australia; University of Newcastle.
