R-STUD VS. THEIR STUD
The patented R-stud is the lightest, strongest, most cost-effective and energy efficient steel stud available on the market today. Its unique design and superior performance allows developers, architects, engineers and general contractors to produce a new generation of energy efficient and cost-saving structures. R-Stud wall assmbly cost comparison by STC
Embodied Carbon Reduction
Up to 41% less embodied carbon compared to standard stud
Standard SSMA Stud | R-stud |
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362S125-30 | 362RS162-23 |
16” Spacing | Composite LWH at L/120 5 psf loading 17’ 8” |
Composite LWH at L/120 5 psf loading = 17’ 7” | 362RS162-23 |
7.5 psf loading = 14’ 4” 10 psf loading = 12’ 5” Coil width = 6.875" | 7.5 psf loading = 15’ 0” 10 psf loading 13’ 8” Coil width = 7.875" |
Weight of steel per 10’ stud = 7.01 lbs | Weight of steel per 10’ stud = 6.15 lbs |
100 foot wall = 75 studs | 100 foot wall = 50 studs |
Total weight = 525.75 lbs | Total weight = 307.50 lbs |