Lintel Product Selector

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Lintel Product Selector

June 2012
Lintel Product Selector Introduction
TATA STEEL EUROPE - EUROPES SECOND LARGEST STEEL PRODUCER

With main steelmaking operations in the UK and the Netherlands, the company supplies steel and related services to the construction, automotive, packaging, material handling and other demanding markets worldwide. It is a subsidiary of Tata Steel, one of the worlds top ten steel producers. The combined Group has an aggregate crude steel capacity of more than 28 million tonnes and approximately 80,000 employees across four continents.
CATNIC - THE NAME TO BUILD A REPUTATION ON

Catnic has pioneered the steel lintel for more than four generations and designs, manufactures and supplies the construction industry with technically superior products.
Catnic was the first:

To develop the steel lintel in the UK and the first to gain BBA Approval Manufacturer to employ the revolutionary two-part corrosion protection system on its lintel as a standard offering To gain both BBA Approval and the coveted Kitemark to BS 5977 To incorporate a built-in Damp Proof Course into its lintels To provide a built-in plaster key Far from just leading, Catnic in fact has worked over the years with the BSI to establish the standards for lintels in this country and continues to develop and invest in improving on these standards with its extensive range of products and unique features.
Contents
Technically Superior Products 5 5 6 7 9 Leaders in Technical Innovation Regulatory authorities approval Corrosion resistance Thermal performance Features of Catnic lintels Steel Lintels 17 29 32 34 36 38 Service 11 11 Help when you need it Technical Service Package 44 45 Specification Guide 12 13 14 How to select a lintel Specification Clauses Product Selector Special Lintels 47 49 Standard Arch Lintels Bespoke Lintels Technical Specifications 76 77 78 79 80 81 81 Where to use a separate DPC Quality Assurance Technical Information The Environment Guide to safe storage and handling Material Specification Glossary of technical terms 41 Cavity Wall Lintels Extreme Load Lintels Closed Eaves Lintels Timber Frame Lintels External Solid Wall Lintels Single Leaf Wall Lintels Internal Partition & Loadbearing Lintels Stainless Steel Lintels Steelwork 74 Installation 71 72 Installing a cavity wall lintel Installing a lintel supporting concrete floors Installing a timber frame lintel Accessories 65 66 67 68 69 Soffit Cladding Arch Centres Stop Ends Weep Vents External Plaster Key
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Catnic Technical Enquiry Request Form
Lintel Product Selector Technical Innovation
TECHNICALLY SUPERIOR PRODUCTS

Catnic is committed to innovation and constant improvement to meet the changes in building regulations
Leaders in Technical Innovation Our rigid adherence to quality control and compliance is your guarantee of technical superiority
Quality Catnic are committed to quality control and is a BSI registered company with quality management systems in accordance BS EN ISO 9001: 2008. Material Specification Catnics Standard lintels are manufactured from high quality grade galvanised steel to BS EN 10346:2009 DX51D & Z275, with a black coloured polyester resin finish. Catnics CXL lintels and Special lintels are manufactured from structural grade steel plate of grade S275 to BS EN 10025-2:2004 and hot-dip galvanised after manufacture to BS EN ISO1461:1999. Catnics Stainless steel lintels are manufactured from Austenitic Stainless Steel (chrome nickel alloys) grade 1.4301 (304) and do not require any further corrosion protection.
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Thermal Performance / Insulation All Catnic lintels for traditional external cavity walls are supplied fully insulated. Insulation extends continuously along the full length of the lintel, leaving no potential thermal bridges and cannot be dislodged. Structural Performance The structural data published in the loading tables included in this technical guide, was achieved in accordance with the requirements of BS 5977: Part 2:1983 and BS EN 845-2.2003.
Independent Testing Extensive testing was undertaken at the following test houses: The University of Wales, School of Engineering The University of Glamorgan, Construction Centre Ceram Building Technology, Stoke-on-Trent Fire Testing Catnic lintels have been independently tested in accordance with the relevant parts of BS 476, Methods of Determination of the Fire Resistance of Loadbearing Elements of Construction.
Environment & Sustainability Catnic are committed to protecting the environment by minimising the impact of our operations and our products through the adoption of sustainable practices and through continuous improvement in environmental performance and control. Further details can be found on page 79.
ISO 14001 EMS 555046
Regulatory authorities approval Catnics excellence is internationally recognised
Catnic lintels have gained the approval of the regulatory authorities both in the domestic and international markets. Such wide-spread comprehensive approval is an assurance to designers, specifiers and builders of the reliability and state-of-the-art quality of the Catnic range.
BS 5977 LICENCE No. KM07234
BSI Kitemark Catnic steel lintels have been awarded the BSI Kitemark license number KM07234.
BBA Certification Catnic steel lintels are certified by the British Board of Agrment under certificate number 91/2638.
Housing Association Property Mutual (HAPM) Catnic steel lintels achieve 35+ years life to first maintenance to HAPM requirements.
Local Authority Building Control Catnic steel lintels are compliant with current UK Building Regulations and therefore meet the requirements of the LABC in England and Wales.
National House-Building Council (NHBC) Catnic steel lintels meet NHBC technical requirements.
Fully Part L Compliant Catnic steel lintels comply with Parts L1 & L2 of the Building Regulations Approved Documents. LABC in England and Wales.
Catnic lintels are designed, manufactured and tested in accordance with BS EN 845-2:2003 5
CORROSION RESISTANCE
Duplex Corrosion Protection Open Back Lintels
Initially, Catnic standard lintels are manufactured from hot-dipped galvanised steel to BS EN 10346:2009 of grade DX51D plus coating type Z275.
Built-in DPC profile Steel Galvanised steel Duplex coating Continuous insulation Plaster key
A coating of thermal setting polyester powder is then applied by an electrostatic process, further protecting the lintel. High temperature curing then produces a tough durable surface highly resistant to impact, abrasion and damage during rough on-site handling. This double method of protection gives Catnic lintels inherent benefits over those offered by other manufacturers using the more traditional pre- or post-galvanised steel techniques. Both these processes rely on just a simple coating of zinc to provide cathodic protection. The zinc protects the steel but is itself liable to rust with aqueous alkaline solutions leaching from the building fabric and therefore corrode. The famous black coating makes Catnic lintels instantly recognisable and provides an effective barrier against moisture or chemical attack leached from the mortar and masonry.
Steel Post galvanised steel
Hot-Dipped Post Galvanised

All Catnic CXL lintels and fabricated lintels are fully submerged in a zinc bath after manufacture, to BS EN ISO 1461:1999, fully protecting every surface, cut edge and weld with a metallurgically bonded zinc coating. The post-galvanisation provides protection from corrosion and eliminates the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Hot-dipped Post-Galvanised lintels require a separate damp proof course, regardless of profile shape.
Stainless Steel Lintels Open Back Lintels

Catnic stainless steel lintels ensure a high degree of corrosion resistance without requiring additional protection. Manufactured from Austenitic Stainless Steel (chrome nickel alloys) grade 1.4301 (304) to BS EN 10088-2-1.4301, they do not require any further corrosion protection and offer excellent corrosion resistance combined with high ductility and strength making it suitable for schools, hospitals and particularly aggressive environments. Stainless Steel lintels incorporating our unique tray profile do not require a separate damp proof course.
Built-in DPC profile
Stainless steel
Continuous insulation
Plaster key
THERMAL PERFORMANCE
Open Back Lintel - Design Features: Suitability of cavity wall lintels to meet the stipulated thermal performance requirements of Part L1 & L2 of the Building Regulations Approved Document
Fully-insulated, reducing heat loss
Catnic Cavity wall lintels are supplied fully insulated. To further minimise any thermal bridging the lintels are designed without a base plate or with a perforated base plate. Catnics standard range of open backed lintels fall into two categories: CG open back lintels with no plate base. CH & CX open back lintels with a perforated base plate. Catnic undertook its own assessment using a two dimensional steady state heat flow analysis on the full standard range of cavity wall perforated lintels with the window frame overlapping the cavity by 30mm. The results confirmed that the combination of a fully insulated lintel in conjunction with no base plate or perforated base plate ensures that Catnic Lintels comply with the necessary requirements of Part L of the Building Regulations 2010 where walls must have a U value of no more than 0.35 W/m2K.
Open Back without base plate CG style lintel

Partial (or Full Fill) Insulation Inside face of window head to overlap inside face of outer wall by 30mm minimum 30 Min.
Open Back with a perforated base plate CH & CX style lintel
Partial (or Full Fill) Insulation Inside face of window head to overlap inside face of outer wall by 30mm minimum Lightweight plaster or plasterboard
30 Min.
Lightweight plaster or plasterboard
Sealant required to front and back of window head
Sealant required to front and back of window head
BRE Information Paper 1/06 states that steel lintels without a base plate, such as the CG lintel, can use the default linear thermal transmittance value of less than 0.30 W/mK.
Catnic CG lintels use unique, discrete brackets in place of a base. Depending on the wall construction, they can have a linear thermal transmittance value of less than 0.21 W/mK.
Catnic CH & CX lintels incorporate a perforated steel base plate to help minimise cold bridging without affecting structural performance. The unique pattern of the perforated base plate provides and effective conductivity through the steel of less than 30 W/mK. BRE Information Paper 1/06 states that steel lintels with a perforated base plate, such as the CH and CX lintel, can use the default linear thermal transmittance value of less than 0.50 W/mK.
For all applications a sealant should be provided at front and back of the window frame to improve air tightness. For designs incorporating lintels with unperforated base plates, suitable insulated lining is required.
FEATURES OF CATNIC LINTELS

Catnic lintels offer many benefits to specifiers and builders through a combination of their design, thermal efficiency and corrosion protection. These major features ensure that Catnic lintels are widely used and respected, throughout the building industry.
Built-in DPC profile Steel Galvanised Steel Duplex coating Continuous insulation Plaster key
Open Back Lintels

Duplex Corrosion Protection System
Many Catnic lintels employ not just one but two methods of protection against corrosive attack: the unique, sophisticated Duplex Corrosion Protection system. Manufactured from hot-dipped galvanised steel to BS EN 10346:2009 of grade DX51D & Z275 with the added protection of a black coloured polyester resin finish. The protection system complies fully with the chemical and physical test requirements outlined in table 2 of BS 5977:PART 2:1983 and table C.1 of BS EN 845-2:2003 for lintels effectively having their own built-in Damp Proof Course (DPC). The famous black coating makes Catnic lintels instantly recognisable and provides an effective barrier against moisture or chemical attack leached from the mortar and masonry.
Built-in Damp Proof Course

Many Catnic lintels offer a unique profile shape that combine with the unique Duplex Corrosion Protection or Stainless Steel to create an effective barrier that acts as a built-in DPC meaning any water penetrating into the cavity automatically transfers across the sloping face of the lintel and is disposed of externally. The ease of brick laying directly onto a solid surface eliminates the risk of damage while installing, or any possibility of incorrectly installing a separate DPC membrane. The result is an aesthetically pleasing, clean-line finish above the window head that saves time and cost. In areas of sheltered to medium exposed weather conditions there is no need to install a separate DPC.*
Integral Plaster Key

Many Catnic lintels come complete with an integral plaster key that avoid the hazards of working with a mesh key. In addition the unique design of the perforated base plates on CH/CX lintels minimise cold bridging without affecting the structural performance.
Continuous Insulation
Many Catnic lintels are supplied with CFC & HCFC free insulation maximising their thermal efficiency and compliance with Part L. The insulation is accurately shaped to optimise the thermal performance extending continuously along the full length of the lintel and cannot be dislodged, leaving no potential cold spots.
* NHBC & Zurich Municipal technical requirements demand a separate DPC for severe exposure zones as determined by BS 8104. For further details refer to Where to use a Separate DPC on page 76.
Lintel Product Selector Catnic Service
LEADING WITH SERVICE

Catnic is committed to delivering the most comprehensive service to architects, designers and engineers to meet any requirement for any project
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HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT

Fully committed to providing first class service support: Catnic is committed to providing the building industry with new and improved products, borne from investment in design and manufacturing technologies.
Catnic means: The strongest brand in the industry A partnership approach to the way we work Dedicated haulier - liveried lorries Servicing builders, architects, specifiers and merchants Committed to both national and independent merchants Investment in plant and machinery and the latest technologies Continuously dedicated to research and development of the industry and our product offering Dedicated haulier Catnics sales and technical teams are dedicated to matching the quality of our products with the excellence of our service, from the professional voice at the end of the telephone to our on-site consultation. Full service support for customers Catnic has been at the forefront of lintel design for over 40 years. Our reputation for exceptional quality and technical expertise has ensured customers satisfaction and loyalty in the products and services that we offer. Catnics team: Are professional and experienced Are extensively trained Have comprehensive product and industry knowledge Have a committed parent company - Tata Steel.
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Technical Service Package

The Catnic service package includes: Experienced and dedicated team of lintel sales representatives Fully trained, professional internal customer support team for all your needs; from placing orders, to enquiring about prices or deliveries Comprehensive range of back-up literature On-line help via www.catnic.com CAD details available on-line providing instant access to lintel drawings Technical enquiry forms to accompany your drawings ensuring necessary information is received and turned around in a timely manner On-site sales and technical support when required Technical hotline for all queries Dedicated hauliers for all your deliveries Consultation at every stage of your job Lintel scheduling and specification via CLASS Next day delivery available on selected items Extensive range of standard and bespoke lintels Technical support Experienced engineers qualified in construction enable Catnic to offer an advisory service to anyone engaged on building projects, regardless of size, from a private house extension, to a major housing development or commercial building. Free scheduling service CLASS The Catnic Lintel Advanced Scheduling System is the most comprehensive, enviable lintel scheduling service available. One concise document leaves no room for confusion or misunderstanding. CLASS clearly provides: A description of each lintel, its location, price and delivery time Guaranteed structural accuracy A site summary To access the benefits of CLASS free of charge, simply send your project drawings (dimensional plans, sections and elevations), floor layout and roof carcass, (along with a copy of the technical enquiry form in the back of this Product Selector) to our Technical team.
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Design service for bespoke lintels In addition to its standard range, Catnic design and manufacture a huge range of specials. The bespoke range is designed and fabricated to satisfy features such as long spans, chamfered brickwork, reduced toe lintels for cant bricks, arched openings and other applications where non-standard construction is utilised. For further information please turn to page 46 of this guide. Telephone Technical Services on
029 2033 7900
Lintel Product Selector Selecting a lintel
HOW TO SELECT A LINTEL

You need to know 3 things: 1 The wall construction 2 The length of lintel required 3 The load to be applied on the lintel
Once you have established these, you will be able to choose the correct lintel for your job by referring to the relevant tables in this guide
Wall Construction
Once you have determined your wall construction please refer to the lintel selector overleaf
Cavity Wall
If the construction is a cavity wall, see the Open Back lintel section on page 18 - 26. You will need to know the cavity wall dimensions to choose the correct lintel: the external leaf dimension the cavity dimension including insulation the internal leaf dimension
Timber Frame
For timber frame constructions, you need to know: the external leaf dimension cavity dimension Once you have these dimensions, please refer to the Timber Frame lintels section on pages 34 - 35.
External Solid Wall

There are three forms of lintel for external solid walls: single element lintels for a single leaf of brickwork two-piece lintels shaped to carry the two separate leaves of a 215mm fair face brick wall box profile lintels which have a toe for use in solid brick or block walls from 200mm 215mm thick Lintels suitable for use in external solid wall constructions can be found on pages 36 - 37.
Internal Partition and Load Bearing Wall

Lintels for internal partitions and load bearing walls come in three styles: corrugated lintels for nonload bearing applications channel section lintels for loadings involving blockwork and floor joists box profile lintels for heavier loads including point loads and wider openings. These lintels are featured on pages 41 - 43.
Lintel Length
The length of lintel required is calculated by establishing the total width of the structural opening and adding 150mm (200mm for CXL lintels) end bearing allowance for each end. For example, an 1800mm structural opening will require a 2100mm lintel (2200mm for CXL).
Applied Load
All lintels are designed to carry a specific safe working load (SWL). If you are not skilled in the method of load assessment, or the load has not been supplied to you by a third party, for advice please contact: Telephone Technical Services on
029 2033 7900
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SPECIFICATION CLAUSES
Steel Lintels
Cavity Walls
Provide insulated steel lintel with built in damp proof course and integral plaster key, manufactured and designed in accordance with BS EN 845-2:2003. Product reference: Catnic CG or CH or CX Material: DX51D & Z275 galvanised steel coated with Duplex Corrosion Protection system. Installation: Bed on mortar with a minimum 150mm bearing at each end. Raise inner and outer leaves of masonry together.
Timber Frame
Provide steel lintel with built in damp proof course, manufactured and designed in accordance with BS EN 845-2:2003. Product reference: Catnic CTF. Material: DX51D & Z275 galvanised steel coated with Duplex Corrosion Protection system. Installation: Bed on mortar with a minimum 150mm bearing at each end. Install pinch batten and restraint clips to the timber frame as per manufacturers instructions. Prop and laterally restrain the lintel during construction.
Single Leaf Walls

Provide steel lintel with built in damp proof course, manufactured and designed in accordance with BS EN 845-2:2003. Product reference: Catnic ANG, MBA or CCS. Material: DX51D & Z275 galvanised steel coated with Duplex Corrosion Protection system (CCS, ANG, MBA), or Z600 up to 3m for standard MBA & ANG. Galvanised coil is to BS EN 10346:2009. Installation: Bed on mortar with a minimum 150mm bearing at each end. When installing the masonry the lintels must be propped and laterally restrained during construction.
Other Applications
Provide insulated steel lintels with Duplex Corrosion Protection system, manufactured and designed in accordance with BS EN 845-2:2003. Product reference: Catnic C Material: DX51D & Z275 galvanised steel coated with Duplex Corrosion Protection system or DX51D Z600 galvanised steel. Installation: Bed on mortar with a minimum 150mm bearing at each end. Raise inner and outer leaves of masonry together whilst propping and laterally restraining the lintel during construction.
Stainless Steel Lintels

Cavity Walls
Provide insulated stainless steel lintel with built in damp proof course and integral plaster key, manufactured and designed in accordance with BS EN 845-2:2003 Product reference: Catnic C Material: Austenitic Stainless Steel grade 304S15 to BS EN 10088-2-1.4301. Installation: Bed on mortar with a minimum 150mm bearing at each end. Raise inner and outer leaves of masonry together.
Lintel Accessories
Lintel Stop Ends
Provide lintel Stop Ends to cavity wall lintels. Product reference: Catnic CL3 or C90. Installation: Insert lintel Stop Ends to suit lintel profiles on either end of the lintel. Position in the nearest perpend at/or beyond the end of the opening.
Lintel Arch Centre

Provide Catnic PVCu Arch Centre Product reference: Catnic Arch Centre ACA or ACB Installation: Install Arch Centre in accordance with manufacturers fixing instructions.
Lintel Cavity Weep Vents

Provide lintel Cavity Weep Vents to cavity wall lintels. Product reference: Catnic WV colour Installation: Insert lintel Cavity Weep Vents (ref: Catnic WV colour) at 450mm centres. At least two per opening to be installed.
Lintel Soffit Cladding

Provide PVCu lintel Soffit Cladding. Install lintel Soffit Cladding. Product reference: Catnic RC for Rebated Cavity Wall lintels, or FC for Standard Cavity Walls and colour. Installation: Install lintel soffit cladding in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
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Lintel Product Selector Product Selector
A LINTEL FOR EVERY APPLICATION

Product Selector
Cavity Wall Lintels
page 18 50-65mm Cavity Wall page 20 70-85mm Cavity Wall page 22 90-105mm Cavity Wall
100
48
95
100
48
95
100
48
95
100
68
95
100
68
95
100 10
68
95
10 100
88
95
100
88
95
100
88
95
Standard Duty CG50/100
Heavy Duty CH50/100
Extra Heavy Duty CX50/100
Heavy Duty Extra Heavy Duty CC C C C C CCC C C CH70/100 CX70/100 CC C C C CCC C
Standard Duty CCG90/100
Heavy Duty Extra Heavy Duty CC CC C C CCCX90/100 C CH90/100 C C CC C C C CCC C
Wide Inner Leaf Cavity Wall Lintels

page 19 50-65mm Cavity Wall 125-140mm WIL page 21 70-85mm Cavity Wall 125-140mm WIL page 23 90-105mm Cavity Wall 125-140mm WIL
125
48
95
125
48
95
125
48
95
125
68
95
125
68
95
125
68
95
125
88
95
125
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125
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95
Heavy Duty CH50/125
Extra Heavy Duty CX50/125 C
CC CCHeavy Heavy Duty Extra C C C CC C C Duty C C C CCC C CH70/125 CC CX70/125
Standard Duty C CG90/125
CHeavy C CCC Heavy Duty C C Extra Duty C CCC C C CC C C C C CC C CC C CH90/125 CX90/125
Closed Eaves Cavity Wall Lintels

page 33 50-85mmCavity 90-105mmCavity
Timber Frame Cavity Wall Lintels

50-75mmCavity page 35 50-60mmCavity 70-80mmCavity 90-100mmCavity
143
143
100
48
60
100
88
60
100
75
100
75
47
95
67
95
90
95
Standard Duty CGE50/100
Standard Duty CGE90/100
Heavy Duty CN55A
Extra Heavy Duty CN55C
Standard Duty CTF5
Standard Duty Standard Duty C CC C C C C CCC CTF7 CTF9 C C
Internal Solid Wall Lintels

page 42
75mm Solid Wall
75
page 43 100mm Solid Wall

100
100mm Solid Wall
140-150mm Solid Wall
25 68
25 98 103 100 140
Extra Light Duty Extra Light Duty
CN92
CN102
CC C C C CN100
Light Duty
Standard Duty
Heavy Duty
Standard Duty
Heavy Duty
Extra Heavy Duty
Standard Duty
Heavy Duty
Extra Heavy Duty
CN5XA
CN5XC
CN6XB
CN6XC
CN99/438C
CN56XA
CN66XC
CN99/436C
Accessories
page 65 Corrosion protection Aesthetics Moisture Control
Soffit Cladding
Arch Centres
External Plaster Key
Stop Ends
Weep Vents
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With over 10,000 variations available to choose from, theres a design to suit any size, shape, length, breadth and depth of doorway, archway, window or aperture.
Cavity Wall Lintels

page 24 page 25 page 26
110-125mm Cavity Wall
100
108
95
100
108
95
100
108
95
100
128
95
100
128
95
100
128
95
100
148
95
100
148
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100
148
95
Heavy Duty CH110/100
Wide Outer Leaf Cavity Wall Lintels

page 27
50mm Cavity Wall 140-150mm WOL 75mm Cavity Wall 140-150mm WOL 100mm Cavity Wall 140-150mm WOL
Extreme Loading Cavity Wall Lintels

page 30 50mmCavity
133
70mmCavity
133
90mmCavity
133
110mmCavity
133
130mmCavity
133
150mmCavity
133
213 6 6 236 240
213 6 6 259 265
213 6 6 284 290 6
213 6 6 304 310 6
213 6 6 324 330
213 6 6 344 350 6
100
50
130
100
70
130
100
90
140
Standard Duty CN42C
Standard Duty CN99/124C C
Standard Duty CN99/1644C C
Extreme Duty CXL240
Extreme Duty CXL265
Extreme Duty C CXL290
Extreme Duty CXL310
C C C Extreme Duty C C Extreme CC C C CCC CDuty C CC C CXL350 C CC CXL330
External Solid Wall Lintels

page 37 200 & 215mm Solid Walls 215mm Fairface Brick Wall
Single Leaf Lintels

page 39
102mm Exterior Solid Wall
55
143
88
100 95 100 95 182
88
91
100
Standard Duty Heavy Duty Standard Duty C Heavy Duty CN71A CN71C CN81B CN81C
Heavy Duty Standard Duty Standard Duty CN99/394C CN50C CN51C
Light Duty MBA
Standard Duty ANG
Standard Duty CCS
Special Lintels
page 47 50-100mm Cavity Wall Any Wall Construction
Standard Arch C Lintels
C C C Bespoke Arch CC CC C C CCC C CC C C CC Lintels
Bay Window Lintels
Corner Lintels
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Lintel Product Selector Steel Lintel
STEEL LINTEL PRODUCTS

Catnic is committed to offering brand leading steel lintels to suit any size, shape, length, breadth and depth of doorway, archway, window and aperture
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CAVITY WALL LINTELS

Open Back Lintels
Two styles are available from Catnic for use in cavity wall construction: 'Cougar Open Back' lintels and CH & CX lintels incorporate insulation, built in plaster key and built in DPC
CG CH & CX Benefits
Easy-to-use open back profile Allows masonry to be built up continuously on both outer and inner leaf Materials used in Lintels The CG, CH and CX ranges are formed from galvanised steel, then powder coated Duplex corrosion protection Ensures optimum durability and longevity Built-in DPC Saves time in construction and means cavity is easy to clean without risk of damage to DPC (refer to page 76) Integral Plaster key With staggered slots applied to the inner flange and ribbed underside of insulation (perforated steel baseplate on CH and CX range) Integral insulation Maximising thermal efficiency, minimising cold bridging Accessories ArchCentres, Stop Ends, Cavity Weep Vents, Soffit Cladding (refer to page 64)
Triangulated masonry load Supporting uniformly distributed masonry load Supporting uniformly distributed timber floor and roof loads Suitable for fair faced inner leaf masonry
As CG plus: Supports concrete floors Attic truss loads Larger span multiple truss loads Conditions of use Nominal 150mm end bearings Both leaves are raised together One course of block prior to installation of floor/roof Refer to Installing a cavity wall lintel (page 71) Note: For a definition of these terms see the Glossary of Technical Terms on page 81.
Typical Catnic Cougar lintel over a window
NOTE: Whilst the above information is intended to offer general guidance regarding typical applications, it should not be considered as comprehensive. Requirements not fully covered by the above should be referred to our technical services department for individual consideration.
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Lintel Product Selector Cavity Wall Lintels
OPEN BACK LINTELS

50-65mm cavity 100-115mm inner leaf
Standard Duty
CG50/100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/3:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 900-1500 15 5.8 140 1800 18 7.3 140 2100 20 8.0 160 2400 22 8.6 180 2700 26 9.8 220 3000-3600 26 12.3 220
100 48 95 h
b b
All ratios are shown inner to outer Standard lengths are available in 300mm increments.
Heavy Duty
CH50/100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/19:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 900-1800 32 10.5 157 1950-2100 48 13.1 157 2250-2400 45 13.1 157
100 h
Continuous solid infill block b
48
95
All ratios are shown inner 9 to outer
Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments.
Extra Heavy Duty

CX50/100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/19:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 900-2700 60 16.0 232 2850-3000 55 16.0 232 3300-3900 50 19.4 232 4200-4800 32 19.4 232
100 48 95 h
Continuous b solid infill block
All ratios are shown inner to outer
Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths 3000mm to 4800mm (including 4575mm, but excluding 4500mm).
C b b
The SWL (safe working load) is based on the total UDL (uniform distributed load) over maximum span using 150mm end bearings. Concrete Floor Loads When using the Catnic CH and CX Open Back ranges with concrete floors, always ensure that the blockwork is built tight against the inner vertical face of the lintel and that a mortar joint is added to the top of the blockwork so that the floor units have an even spread over the inner flange of the lintel. For guidance on installation refer to page 73. Where CH & CX lintels are required to support greater loads than the figures published please contact our Technical Services Department on 029 2033 7900.
Note: To achieve the CH & CX loading figures indicated, lintels must be built-in as illustrated, ensuring that the blockwork infill is well-jointed during construction and compatible with the C strength of the masonry above.
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OPEN BACK LINTELS

50-65mm cavity 125-140*mm wide inner leaf
Standard Duty
CG50/125*
125 48 95 h
All ratios are shown inner to outer Standard lengths are available in 300mm increments.
Heavy Duty
CH50/125
h
Continuous solid infill block
125
48
95
All ratios are shown inner to outer 1
Extra Heavy Duty

CX50/125
125 48 95 h
* For CG lintels used with 140mm dense C blocks please refer to Installing a Cavity Wall Lintel on page 72
Note: To achieve the CH & CX loading figures indicated, lintels must be built-in as illustrated, ensuring that the blockwork infill is well-jointed during construction and compatible with the C strength of the masonry above.
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OPEN BACK LINTELS

h

Standard Duty
CG70/100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/3:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750-1500 15 6.0 140 1650-1800 18 7.5 140 2100 20 8.1 160 2400 22 8.7 180 2700 26 10.0 220 3000-3600 26 12.5 220 All ratios are shown inner to outer Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 1800mm, 300mm at lengths from 2100 to 3600mm.
100 68 95 h
Heavy Duty
CH70/100
100
68
95
All ratios are shown inner to outer 1
Extra Heavy Duty

CX70/100
100 68 95 h
Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 3000mm, 300mm at 3000mm to 4800mm (including 4575mm, but excluding 4500mm).
C
C
Note: To achieve the CH & CX loading figures indicated, lintels must be built-in as illustrated, ensuring that the blockwork infill is well-jointed during construction and compatible with the strength of the masonry above.
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OPEN BACK LINTELS

Standard Duty
CG70/125*
h
b
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/3:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm)
750-1200 12 6.3 140
1350-1800 17 8.0 140
2100-2400 20 9.2 180
2700-3000 26 13.1 220 All ratios are shown inner to outer

125 68 95
Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 1800mm, 300mm at lengths from 2100mm to 3000mm.
Heavy Duty
CH70/125
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/19:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 900-1800 32 11.1 157 1950-2100 48 13.9 157 2250-2400 45 13.9 157 All ratios 1are shown inner to outer
h
125
68
95
Extra Heavy Duty

CX70/125
125 68 95 h
* For CG lintels used with 140mm dense blocks please refer to Installing a C Cavity Wall Lintel on page 72
b
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OPEN BACK LINTELS

Standard Duty
CG90/100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/3:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750-1500 15 6.1 140 1650-1800 18 7.6 140 1950-2100 20 8.3 160 2250-2400 22 8.9 180 2550-2700 26 10.2 220 2850-3600 26 13.0 220 All ratios are shown inner to outer Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths from 3000mm to 3600mm.
100 88 95 h
Heavy Duty
h
CH90/100
100 88 95 1 All ratios are shown inner to outer
Extra Heavy Duty

CX90/100
100 88 95 h
C
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OPEN BACK LINTELS

Standard Duty
CG90/125*
h
750-1200 12 6.5 140
1350-1800 17 8.1 140
2100-2400 20 9.4 180

125 88 95
Heavy Duty
CH90/125
125 88 95 1 are shown inner to outer All ratios h
Extra Heavy Duty

CX90/125
125 88 95 h
* For CG lintels used with 140mm dense C blocks please refer to Installing a Cavity Wall Lintel on page 72
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OPEN BACK LINTELS

Standard Duty
CG110/100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/3:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750-1500 15 8.0 140 1650-1800 18 9.9 140 1950-2100 20 10.7 160 2250-3600 26 13.1 220 All ratios are C shown inner to outer
100 108 95 h
Heavy Duty
h
CH110/100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/19:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 900-1800 32 13.1 157 2100 48 14.6 157 2400 45 14.6 157
100
108
95
Extra Heavy Duty

CX110/100
b b
4200-4800 32 20.8 232

100 108 95
Note: 125 - 140 inner leaf also available

C b on the total UDL (uniform distributed The SWL (safe working load) is based load) over maximum span using 150mm end bearings. b b
Concrete Floor Loads When using the Catnic CH and CX Open Back ranges with concrete floors, always ensure that the blockwork is built tight against the inner vertical face of the lintel and that a mortar joint is added to the top of the blockwork so that the floor units have an even spread over the inner flange of the lintel. For guidance on installation refer to page 73. Where CH & CX lintels are required to support greater loads than the figures published please contact our Technical Services Department on 029 2033 7900.
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OPEN BACK LINTELS

130-145mm cavity
C
Standard Duty
CG130/100
b b
750-1500 15 10.5 140
1650-1800 18 10.5 140
1950-2100 20 11.6 160

100 128 95
Heavy Duty
C
CH130/100
b
h
b
900-1800 32 12.6 157
1950-2100 48 15.1 157
2250-2400 45 15.1 157

100 128 95
Extra Heavy Duty

CX130/100
h
b b b
Continuous solid infill bblock
900-2700 60 17.8 232
2850-3000 55 17.8 232
3300-3900 50 21.4 232
4200-4800 32 21.4 232

100 128 95
The SWL (safe working load) is based on the total UDL (uniform distributed b load) over maximum span using 150mm end bearings. Concrete Floor Loads When using the Catnic CH and CX Open Back ranges with concrete floors, always ensure that the blockwork is built tight against the inner vertical face of the lintel and that a mortar joint is added to the top of the blockwork so that the floor units have an even spread over the inner flange of the lintel. For guidance on installation refer to page 73. Where CH & CX lintels are required to support greater loads than the figures published please contact our Technical Services Department on 029 2033 7900.
b b
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OPEN BACK LINTELS

Standard Duty
CG150/100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/3:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750-1500 15 9.2 140 1650-1800 18 10.9 140 1950-2100 20 12.2 160 2250-3600 26 16.7 220 are shown inner to outer All ratios C Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths from 3000mm to 3600mm.
100 148 95 h
Heavy Duty
h
CH150/100
100
148
95
Extra Heavy Duty

CX150/100
b
Continuous b solid infill block
900-2700 60 18.2 232
2850-3000 55 18.2 232
3300-3900 50 21.9 232
4200-4800 32 21.9 232

100 148 95
C b b
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CLASSIC BOX LINTELS

140-150mm wide outer leaf 50-100mm cavity
C
Standard Duty - 50mm Cavity

CN42C
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/3:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750-4200 29 20.5 219 All ratios are shown inner to outer Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths 3000mm to 4200mm.
1 100 50 130

CN99/124C
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/3:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750-4200 29 20.6 219
100
70
130
Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths 3000mm to 4200mm.

CN99/1644C
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 1:1/3:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750-4200 29 21.4 219
100
90
140
Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths 3000mm to 4200mm.
The SWL (safe working load) is based on the total UDL (uniform distributed load) over maximum span using 150mm end bearings.
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Lintel Product Selector Lintels for Extreme Loads
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EXTREME LOAD LINTELS

Cavity Wall CXL Fabricated Lintels
Designed for external cavity walls when extreme loads are imposed Longer spans - High loads at longer spans Varying widths - Suits a variety of wall widths - with special widths on application
Material used Supplied in post galvanised finish. Lintels manufactured from a universal beam section and 6mm structural grade steel plate Grade S275 to BS EN 10025:2004 and hot dip galvanised after manufacture to BS EN ISO1461:1999. Standard increment lengths Overall lengths are available in 50mm increments for lengths up to 6600mm. Optional extra As an optional extra, CXL lintels can be supplied with expanded metal mesh secured to the base plate. Load ratios To achieve the loading figures shown, the lintel must be laterally restrained and have 200mm end bearing supports and inner to outer load ratios between 5:1 and 19:1. Separate DPC A separate flexible DPC must be installed during construction.
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Lintel Product Selector Lintels for Extreme Loads

CXL240
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 5:1/19:1(kN) Weight (kg/m) Ixx (cm4) Zxx (cm3) Serviceability moment (kNm) Allowable reaction (kN) 2100-3000 88 41.1 4051 303 50.0 66 3300-4800 83 41.1 4051 303 50.0 66 5100 78 41.1 4051 303 50.0 66 5400 71 41.1 4051 303 50.0 66 5700 64 41.1 4051 303 50.0 66 6000 56 41.1 4051 303 50.0 66 6300 52 41.1 4051 303 50.0 66 6600 47 41.1 4051 303 50.0 66
6 234 240 213 6 133
Standard lengths are available in 50mm increments for lengths up to 6600mm.

CXL265
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 5:1/19:1 (kN) Weight (kg/m) Ixx (cm4) Zxx (cm3) Serviceability moment (kNm) Allowablereaction(kN) 2100-3000 88 42.3 4139 305 50.3 66 3300-4800 83 42.3 4139 305 50.3 66 5100 78 42.3 4139 305 50.3 66 5400 71 42.3 4139 305 50.3 66 5700 64 42.3 4139 305 50.3 66 6000 56 42.3 4139 305 50.3 66 6300 52 42.3 4139 305 50.3 66 6600 47 42.3 4139 305 50.3 66
6 259 265 213 6 133

CXL290
6 284 290 213 6 6 133
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CXL310
Standard lengths (mm) SWL 5:1/19:1(kN) Weight (kg/m) Ixx (cm4) Zxx (cm3) Serviceability moment (kNm) Allowablereaction(kN) 2100-3000 88 44.3 4285 310 50.8 66 3300-4800 83 44.3 4285 310 50.8 66 5100 78 44.3 4285 310 50.8 66 5400 71 44.3 4285 310 50.8 66 5700 64 44.3 4285 310 50.8 66 6000 56 44.3 4285 310 50.8 66 6300 52 44.3 4285 310 50.8 66 6600 47 44.3 4285 310 50.8 66
6 304 310 213 6 133

CXL330
6 324 330 213 6 133

CXL350
6 344 350 213 6 133
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Lintel Product Selector Cavity Wall Eaves Lintels
CLOSED EAVES LINTELS

Cavity Wall Eaves Lintels
For use in cavity wall construction for closed eaves applications Closed eaves lintels are manufactured from galvanised steel and powder coated for extra protection. Available in both Cougar open backor Classic box styles
Open Back Classic Box
Benefits
Easy-to-use open back profile Open back style lintels allow masonry to be built up continuously on inner leaf Duplex Corrosion Protection System Ensures optimum durability and longevity Continuous insulation Maximising thermal efficiency, minimising cold bridging Integral plaster key With staggered slots to the inner flange and ribbed underside of insulation
To achieve the stated safe working load (SWL), closed eaves lintels must be built in with solid blockwork and continuous timber wall-plates. Allow 150mm at each end for bearing support.
Benefits
Typical applications Universal application caters for all loading conditions Direct roof loading Attic truss loads Supports point loads eg. multiple trusses Duplex Corrosion Protection System Ensures optimum durability and longevity Continuous insulation Maximising thermal efficiency, minimising cold bridging Integral plaster key With staggered slots to the underside of box section
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Open Back 50-85mm cavity 100-115mm inner leaf

CGE50/100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 900-1500 25 7.0 95 1800-2100 22 8.0 115 2400-2700 20 10.0 115
100 48 60 h

CGE90/100
100 88 60 h
Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 1800, 300mm increments from 1800mm to 2700.
Classic Box 50-75mm cavity 100mm inner leaf

CN55A
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) 900-1200 30 9.0 1500 30 9.0 1650-2100 25 9.0 2400-2700 20 9.0
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CN55C
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) 900-1200 50 12.8 1500 50 12.8 1650-2100 40 12.8 2400-2700 30 12.8
100 75
Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm. For lengths over 2700mm please contact Technical Services.
Note: for lintels to suit 100mm cavities refer to CN71 or CN81 on Page 37.
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Lintel Product Selector Timber Frame Lintels
TIMBER FRAME LINTELS

For use in timber frame construction. The timber frame range consists of single and double elements lintels with a sloping outer face and Duplex corrosion protection which together provide a built in DPC
Benefits
Duplex corrosion protection Ensures optimum durability and longevity. Built-in Damp Proof Course Sloping outer face and Duplex corrosion protection together provide a built-in DPC. Restraint clips Allows vertical differential movement of timber frame. All timber frame models must be secured with restraint clips (supplied) and a batten (not supplied) to prevent lateral deflection (twist) during the building stage and to achieve the loading figures shown.
Note: lintels should be suitably propped during construction. Refer to Installing Timber Frame Lintel on page 74.
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50-60mm cavity 102mm outer leaf

Standard Duty
CTF5
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750-1200 4 3.8 128 1350-1500 5 4.8 128 1650-2400 7 5.6 183 2550-3000 7 7.2 183 3300-3600 9 8.0 218 3900-4800 10 9.0 256
47 95 h
Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths from 3000mm to 4800mm (including 4575mm but excluding 4500mm). The SWL (safe working load) is based on the total UDL (uniform distributed load) over maximum span using 150mm end bearings.

Standard Duty
CTF7
67 95 h

Standard Duty
CTF9
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750-1500 5 4.7 146 1650-2400 7 5.9 146 2550-3000 7 8.1 200 3300-3600 9 8.4 220 3900-4800 10 9.6 271
90 95 h
Standard lengths are available in 150mm increments up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths from 3000mm to 4800mm. The SWL (safe working load) is based on the total UDL (uniform distributed load) over maximum span using 150mm end bearings.

Heavy Duty
CN23B
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750 -3600 10 12.8 268
CN23C
3900-4800 10 16.3 268
38 95 h
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Lintel Product Selector External Solid Wall Lintels
EXTERNAL SOLID WALL LINTELS

For use in solid or block walls 200mm to 215mm. External solid wall lintels are manufactured from galvanised steel and powder coated for extra protection. Available in Classic box or two-piece inverted T styles Classic Box
For use in 200mm & 215mm solid exterior walls
Two-piece inverted T
Designed to carry two separate leaves of 215mm fairface brick wall
Benefits
Box Profile Saves on brickwork and insulation. Resists twisting during construction Instant full load use Box profile is designed to carry full load of wet masonry as soon as it is installed Duplex Corrosion Protection System Ensures optimum durability and longevity Continuous insulation Maximising thermal efficiency, minimising cold bridging Integral plaster key With staggered slots to side and underside of the box profile
Benefits
Duplex Corrosion Protection System Ensures optimum durability and longevity
External Solid Wall CN71 Lintel
CN51 Lintel
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200mm & 215mm Exterior Solid Walls

Standard Duty
CN71A
Heavy Duty
CN71C
900-1500 49 14.6 143 1650-1950 44 14.6 143
100 95 143
Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm.
Standard Duty
CN81B
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 2100-3600 29 15.1 219
Heavy Duty
CN81C
2100-2700 54 18.5 219 2850-3300 47 18.5 219 3600 39 18.5 219
9
3900-4575 29 18.5 219
4800 26 18.5 219

h
Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm at lengths up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths from 3000mm to 4800mm (including 4575mm, but excluding 4500mm).
100
95
Extra Heavy Duty

CN99/394C
Standard lengths are available in increments of 300mm (including 4575mm, but excluding 4500mm).
For two separate leaves of a 215mm fairface brick wall

Standard Duty
CN50C
182 h
Other typical external solid wall lintel applications

CG Lintel installed in solid wall construction CN81 Lintel
Standard Duty
CN51C
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm. For solid wall construction in excess of 250mm an appropriate Cougar Open Back Lintel can be utilised. Box lintel profiles can be used in Tile Hanging Applications on External Solid Walls. 37 1950-2700 12 12.7 167
Lintel Product Selector Single Leaf Wall Lintels
SINGLE LEAF WALL LINTELS

For use in solid or block walls. Available in an angle and channel profile to accommodate meter boxes and single leaf face brick or block walls Angle
For use in 102mm exterior walls
Channel Section
For use in 102mm exterior walls
Benefits
MBA are suitable for meter boxes only. ANG suitable for Standard Duty loading applications
Benefits
CCS lintels are fully built into wall construction for use with single leaf face brick or block walls Duplex Corrosion Protection System Ensures optimum durability and longevity
ANG Lintel
Channel Section Lintel
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Meter Box Lintels

Light Duty
MBA
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 750 5 2.2 88 1350 3 2.2 88
88 h
MBA lintels should be suitably propped and laterally restrained during construction.
Angle Lintels
Standard Duty
ANG
91 h
ANG lintels should be suitably propped and laterally restrained during construction. Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm at lengths up to 3000mm, 300mm at 3000mm to 3900mm. Heavy Duty Angle Lintels available on request. Please contact Catnic Technical Services on 029 2033 7900
Channel Sections
Standard Duty
CCS
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Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm)
750-1800 15 4.7 154
1950-3000 20 7.3 229
3300-4800 20 11.7 229

100 h
Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm at lengths up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths from 3000mm to 4800mm (including 4575mm, but excluding 4500mm).
Note: CCS lintels should be suitably propped during construction Heavy Duty Channel Sections available on request. Please contact Catnic Technical Services on
029 2033 7900
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Lintel Product Selector Internal Wall Lintels
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INTERNAL PARTITION & LOADBEARING WALL LINTELS

Internal Wall Lintels. Catnic lintels for internal partitions and loadbearing walls are available in either corrugated, channel or box section to accommodate different loads and openings
Corrugated
For use in solid or block walls. Offers a cost effective solution for extra light duty loads. CN92 & CN102
Channel
For use in solid or block walls. Offers a cost effective solution for light duty loads. CN100
Classic Box
For use in solid or block walls. Offers a cost effective solution for standard duty and heavy duty loads. CN5X & CN6X
Benefits
Suitable for nominal domestic loading Integral plaster key Lozenge shaped staggered holes to sides of corrugated profile
Benefits
As corrugated lintel plus: Suitable for masonry/timber floor loads. (Note: 1800 & 2100 are not suitable for floor loads) Duplex Corrosion Protection System Ensures optimum durability and longevity Integral plaster key With staggered holes to all sides of channel profile
Benefits
Universal application caters for all loading conditions Direct floor or roof load Supports concrete floor loads Supports point loads eg. steel beams etc Optional 4 course profile for high loads at extended lengths
CN56X & CN66X

As previous plus: Suitable for 140mm and 150mm blockwork Duplex Corrosion Protection System Ensures optimum durability and longevity Integral plaster key With staggered holes to all sides of box profile
CN92 Lintel
CN100 Lintel
CN5X Lintel
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Lintel Product Selector Internal Wall Lintels
INTERNAL PARTITION & LOADBEARING WALL LINTELS

75mm & 100mm Interior Solid Walls
Extra Light Duty
CN92
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) 1050-1200 7 1.2
75 100
CN102
1050-1200 7 1.8
Note: When using CN92 and CN102 lintels normal building practice should be observed,in that one course of blockwork should be laid on the lintel and the mortar allowed to harden for at least 24 hours before additional loads are applied.
25 68
25 98
Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm
100mm Interior Solid Walls

Light Duty
CN100
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 1050-1200 10 4.7 50 1350-1500 13 5.9 73 1800* 3 4.7 50 2100* 2 4.7 50
103 h
Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm at lengths up to 1500mm, 300mm at lengths from 1800mm to 2100mm.
* Not suitable for floor loads
Standard Duty
CN5XA
Heavy Duty
CN5XC
750-1500 49 12.3 143 1650-1950 39 12.3 143
h
Standard Duty
CN6XB
Heavy Duty
CN6XC
2100-2700 49 15.7 219 2850-3300 39 15.7 219 3600 34 15.7 219 3900-4575 29 15.7 219 4800 26 15.7 219
100
Extra Heavy Duty

CN99/438C
Standard lengths (mm) 3000-3300 3600-3900 4200-4800 Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm at lengths up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths from 3000mm to 4800mm (including 4575mm, but excluding 4500mm). The SWL (safe working load) is based on the total UDL (uniform distributed load) over maximum span using 150mm end bearings.
SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm)
54 19.5 295
51 19.5 295
41 19.5 295
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140mm & 150mm Interior Solid Walls

Standard Duty
CN56XA
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 1050-1500 29 9.0 143 1650-2700 20 9.0 143
CN56X Lintel over door opening
Heavy Duty
CN66XC
Standard lengths (mm) SWL (kN) Weight (kg/m) Nominal height h (mm) 1650-2700 54 18.0 219 2850-3300 47 18.0 219 3600 39 18.0 219 3900-4575 29 18.0 219 4800 26 18.0 219
140
Extra Heavy Duty

CN99/436C
Standard lengths are available in increments of 150mm at lengths up to 3000mm, 300mm at lengths from 3000mm 4800mm (including 4575mm, but excluding 4500mm). The SWL (safe working load) is based on the total UDL (uniform distributed load) over maximum span using 150mm end bearings.
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Lintel Product Selector Stainless Steel Lintels
STAINLESS STEEL LINTELS

Available in any Catnic lintel profile to accommodate any possible wall construction
Built-in DPC profile
Open Back Lintels
The standard Duplex corrosion protection system used on Catnic's range of lintels provides class leading protection against corrosion in all normal circumstances. However there may be instances when, particularly aggressive environments or to increase the expected life of the lintel, a stainless steel lintel may be required.
Eurocode 6 Design of masonry structures Part 2: Design considerations, selection of materials and execution of Masonry implies that the lintel material/coating specifications should be limited to austenitic stainless steel for two exposure classes MX4 and MX5. MX4 Exposure to saturated salt air or seawater (i.e. coastal areas, buildings adjacent to roads that are salted during the winter). MX5 Exposure to the aggressive chemical environment (i.e. industrial areas where aggressive chemicals are airborne, harsh coastal areas where lintels are exposed to airborne chlorides seawater spray or mist).
Stainless Steel
Continuous insulation
Plaster key
For buildings the MX5 exposure class higher than 304 grade stainless steel is recommended, due to the risk of severe pitting corrosion. The outstanding anti-corrosion properties of stainless steel also make it suitable for specialist laboratory or medical applications, hospitals, residential care homes, schools, military buildings and prisons where the whole life expectancy and maintenance programme become key design considerations. Stainless steel is also a solution for high buildings, where lintels maintenance would be difficult.
Periodic cleaning is advisable on stainless steel, as with most building exterior materials. The frequency will depend on local conditions and the visibility of the steelwork. Where cleaning and maintenance is difficult or costly, e.g. the outside of high rise buildings, then a more resistant grade may be appropriate.
Product Range All Catnic Stainless Steel Lintels are manufactured from Austenitic Stainless Steel, grade 304S15 to BS EN 10088-2-1.4301 Other grades of stainless steel are available on request. All Catnic galvanised steel loading tables apply. All stainless steel lintel lengths are manufactured to order, price and delivery on application. All standard stainless steel lintels from Catnic are BBA Approved under Agrment Certificate No. 91/2638 Special lintels in stainless steel are available manufactured to order.
Special lintel Timber frame lintel
Box lintel
Single element lintel
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STEELWORK
When loading conditions exceed our standard range of lintels Catnic offer a selection of Steelwork beams, columns and channels
Manufactured from grade S275 steel plate, all steelwork sections are supplied cut to length with holes drilled as required. A primed finish is offered as standard with hot dipped post galvanised finish available on request.
In addition to the range depicted below Catnic can also accommodate requests for composite bolted beams complete with the necessary bolts and spacers.
Universal Beams (UB)

Serial Size (mm) UB1710/19 UB2010/23 UB2013/30 UB2514/43 178 x 102 203 x 102 203 x 133 254 x 146 Weight (kg/m) 19.0 23.1 30.0 43.0 Depth (D) (mm) 177.8 203.2 206.8 259.6 Width (B) (mm) 101.2 101.8 133.9 147.3 Web Thk (t) (mm) 4.8 5.4 6.4 7.2 Flange Thk (T) (mm) 7.9 9.3 9.6 12.7
T D t
Universal Beams are available cut to size. Other standard sections available on request.
Universal Columns (UC)

Serial Size (mm) UC1515/23 UC1515/30 UC2020/46 UC2525/73 152 x 152 152 x 152 203 x 203 254 254 Weight (kg/m) 23.0 30.0 46.1 73.1 Depth (D) (mm) 152.4 157.6 203.2 254.1 Width (B) (mm) 152.2 152.9 203.6 254.6 Web Thk (t) (mm) 5.8 6.5 7.2 8.6 Flange Thk (T) (mm) 6.8 9.4 11.0 14.2
D T
Universal Columns are available cut to size. Other standard sections available on request.
Channels (PFC)
Serial Size (mm) PFC2309032 230 x 90 Weight (kg/m) 32.2 Depth (D) (mm) 230.0 Width (B) (mm) 90.0 Web Thk (t) (mm) 7.5 Flange Thk (T) (mm) 14.0
Channels are available cut to size. Other standard sections available on request.
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Lintel Product Selector Special Lintels
SPECIAL LINTELS
Catnic is committed to delivering a range of exciting shapes for unique designs and feature brickwork to inspire todays architects and builders... the only constraint is your imagination
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SPECIAL LINTELS
Arches
When you want to make a feature of brickwork you may need more than a standard lintel, so Catnic offers both standard and innovative bespoke designs
Standard Arch Lintels

Catnic have a standard range of ten semi-circular arches specifically designed and manufactured for domestic housing applications with nominal loadings. These arches offer considerable flexibility for feature brickwork with clear spans ranging from 600mm to 1200mm and are available from stock.
Typical application showing semi-circular arched lintel in facing brickwork
CCA
150
CCB
150
150
150
Clear Span
Clear Span 285
Standard semi-circular arches available for domestic housing applications. For alternative cavity and masonry widths, please contact our Technical Services Department. on 029 2033 7900.
245
150
150
Lintel Type CCA/600 CCA/630 CCA/900 CCA/915 CCA/1200
Clear Span (mm) 600 630 900 915 1200
Weight (kg) 11.79 12.26 16.53 16.77 21.37
Lintel Type CCB/600 CCB/630 CCB/900 CCB/915 CCB/1200
Clear Span (mm) 600 630 900 915 1200
Weight (kg) 12.96 13.47 18.14 18.40 23.43
Application
20mm maximum overhang 3 20mm maximum overhang
Application
20mm maximum overhang 3 20mm maximum overhang
All arch lintels require a separate DPC installed over

3 102 115-125 50-85 50-65 102 102 3 102 115-125 90-100 70-85 102 102
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SPECIAL LINTELS
When a building requires a more unconventional support solution, Catnic is again, one step ahead and has an experienced team of feature design engineers dedicated to providing innovative design solutions to achieve the architects vision
Bespoke Designs
Naturally, Catnics technical support team has the breadth of knowledge and expertise to design lintels for the most creative of openings, with in-house facilities and skill to manufacture fabricated lintels to suit countless configurations.
Various styles of bay window, gothic and apex arches, bulls-eye and corner feature lintels for domestic and commercial applications are hand welded and post galvanised for extra corrosion protection, assuring lasting quality.
Although the majority of arches are semicircular, Catnic also offer gothic arches for Victorian styled buildings and apex designs for triangular or diamond shaped openings, curved on-plan for bays, in curved walls and also elliptical, parabolic, Arabian and segmental. The list is endless and there are limitless variations which Catnic have the capacity to fabricate virtually any arch specification required. A fast and cost effective fabrication service from a unique and specialised fabrication facility means that bespoke lintels can often be delivered along with standard lintels minimising delays on site. Each lintel, as always, is manufactured to a high quality standard; hot dip galvanised after manufacture to BS EN ISO 1461:1999.
Feature lintels While your imagination runs wild with creative openings, why not be inventive with brickwork too? Catnic has the expertise to design and manufacture lintels for decorative brick and stone work, for example reduced toe lintels for discrete use with cant bricks.
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Ace of Clubs Arch Lintel
The ace of clubs arch lintel enables the architect to fashion a unique window opening that will create the ultimate feature for any room. The ace of clubs arch is formed from three radii that can be equal or with the centre arch being greater than the other two. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Ace of clubs arch lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Load (leave blank if unknown) Inner leaf (kN per metre) Wall Construction Outer leaf (mm)* Cavity (mm)* Inner leaf (mm)* Plaster Key Requirements* NOTE:All times quoted as working days, include delivery, calculated from receipt of order and approved drawing (where applicable). All products are subject to availability. 50 Inside Only Both Sides None Outer leaf (kN per metre)
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Apex Arch Lintel
The apex lintel enables the creation of triangular or diamond shaped openings. Commonly used with high vaulted ceilings enhancing the flood of daylight and perception of grandeur. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Apex lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Semi-Circular Arch Lintel
The semi-circular arch lintel is the most common feature brickwork opening providing a classical design line for any window or door. Catnic have 10 different size semi-circular arch lintels available from stock. For alternative cavity and masonry widths please complete the enquiry form below. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Semi-circular arch lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Elliptical Arch Lintel
The elliptical arch lintel enables the creation of a wider, shallower arch opening compared to that offered by the traditional steeper semi-circular arch. The elliptical arch is formed by multiple arcs each of which is drawn from its own centre compared to a roman arch which is a semicircular arc drawn from a single centre point. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Elliptical arch lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Gothic Arch Lintel
The gothic arch lintel enables the creation of pointed window and door openings to complement strong vertical lines, high vaulted ceilings, minimal wall space and buttressed walls often found in Victorian and gothic architecture. Gothic or pointed arches are formed from two segmental arches leaning together to form a point. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Gothic arch lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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NOTE:All times quoted as working days, include delivery, calculated from receipt of order and approved drawing (where applicable). All products are subject to availability.
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Parabolic Arch Lintel
The parabolic arch lintel enables the creation of openings with an artistically distinctive softer curvature than offered by a traditional, elliptical or gothic arch. The parabolic arch is formed by the creation of an arch in the form of the intersection of a cone with a plane parallel to the side of the cone, like a threecentred arch. To construct a parabolic curve please see the illustration below. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Parabolic arch lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Segmental Arch Lintel
The segmental arch lintel enables the creation of an opening where the arch whose profile comprises an arc smaller than a semicircle. The segmental arch is made up of part of a circle, the centre of which is below its springing line. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Segmental arch lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Venetian Arch Lintel
The Venetian arch lintel enables the formation of a classic design consisting of a three-part window composed of a large, arched central section flanked by two narrower, shorter sections having square tops. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Venetian arch lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Load (leave blank if unknown) Inner leaf (kN per metre) Wall Construction Outer leaf (mm)* Cavity (mm)* Inner leaf (mm)* Plaster Key Requirements* NOTE:All times quoted as working days, include delivery, calculated from receipt of order and approved drawing (where applicable). All products are subject to availability. Inside Only Both Sides None Outer leaf (kN per metre)
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Bulls Eye Lintel
The bulls-eye lintel enables the creation of circular window openings and portholes. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Bulls-eye lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Corner Lintel
The mitre and welded corner lintel enables the appearance of an unspoiled window openings on two perpendicular walls of a room. Corner lintels come complete with support posts (spigot post) and base plate. Support posts are available in standard lengths to allow for site cutting to actual requirements. All Catnic special fabricated lintels, spigot posts and base plates are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Corner lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Curved On Plan Lintel
The curved on plan lintel (sometimes known as radius lintel or bow lintel) enables the creation of curved walls with openings. Curved lintels can be manufactured to suit customer specified radii. All Catnic special fabricated lintels are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Curved lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Splayed Bay Lintel with return bearings
The splayed bay lintel with bearings projects the wall forward from the confines of the rest of the room to create an opening that attempts to make use of every last ray of sunshine. Introduced during the Georgian period, made popular in Victorian times and carried on in Edwardian housing the bay window is a realisation by architects that windows with three aspects could improve the outlook of living rooms. Splayed bay lintels come complete with support posts (spigot post) and base plate. Support posts are available in standard lengths to allow for site cutting to actual requirements. All Catnic special fabricated lintels, spigot posts and base plates are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Splayed bay lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Square Bay Lintel
The square bay lintel uses perpendicular returns (90 angle) compared to the splayed bay lintel (greater than 90 angle) to create a window opening with three aspects. Square bay lintels come complete with support posts (spigot post) and base plate. Support posts are available in standard lengths to allow for site cutting to actual requirements. All Catnic special fabricated lintels, spigot posts and base plates are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Square bay lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Splayed Bay Lintel
The splayed bay lintel projects the wall forward from the confines of the rest of the room to create an opening that attempts to make use of every last ray of sunshine. Introduced during the Georgian period, made popular in Victorian times and carried on in Edwardian housing the bay window is a realisation by architects that windows with three aspects could improve the outlook of living rooms. Splayed bay lintels come complete with support posts (spigot post) and base plate. Support posts are available in standard lengths to allow for site cutting to actual requirements. All Catnic special fabricated lintels, spigot posts and base plates are hot-dip galvanised after manufacture for complete protection from corrosion, eliminating the need for on-site painting or maintenance. Splayed bay lintels are available in 10 working days from receipt of order and approved drawing. Please complete the form below and submit to Technical Services on Fax: 087 0024 1809 to request a quotation. If you require further information please tel: 029 2033 7900.
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Accessories Lintel Product Selector Section
ACCESSORIES
Catnic is committed to offer a range of high quality accessories to enhance the performance of Catnic steel lintels and to make their application even easier
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ACCESSORIES
Lintel Soffit Cladding Type RC and FC
For improved protection Lintel Soffit Cladding also provides extra protection, especially in coastal regions and in situations where much of the lintel soffit is exposed. For improved appearance An optional cladding, particularly suitable for use with PVCu windows. The cladding was originally designed to give a more aesthetically pleasing appearance to rebated combined box lintels. These advantages have now been extended to cover all flush soffit lintels. Material A PVCu pre-cut unit, supplied in white (FC & RC) or brown (FC only). Important note All external wall lintels fitted with lintel cladding must be installed with a flexible damp proof course (DPC) ensuring that the DPC projects beyond the front face of the cladding. Lintel Soffit Cladding type RC & FC, come in 96mm/108mm widths respectively
Lintel Soffit Cladding type RC
Lintel Soffit Cladding type FC Lintel Soffit Cladding type FC
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ACCESSORIES
Lintel ArchCentres Type AC
A PVCu arch unit for use over openings in external cavity walls traditional and timber frame providing permanent centring for brick arch construction. Allows easy construction of segmental arches Includes integral weep vent Material Extruded from PVCu for greater UV stability Catnic Lintel ArchCentres are designed to weather in accordance with the PVCu windows. The design incorporates built-in weep vents for discharging the wind-driven rain that penetrates the external skin of a cavity wall. Important note If used with Catnic soffit cladding, the straight ends of the ArchCentre which extend beyond the structural opening, should be removed before proceeding to stage vi. (see below) This operation can also be carried out to avoid exposing the drip edge of the ArchCentre within the mortar joint at the bearing end. Cutting into the main body of the ArchCentre should not be carried out.
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Installation notes i) Do not use damaged ArchCentres. ii) Remove the ArchCentre from its protective wrapping. iii) Check that the ArchCentre is correct for application (Refer to the lintel specification). iv) Ensure the ArchCentre and lintel mounting surfaces are clean and dry.
Note Special ArchCentres available - for details please call our Technical Services Department on 029 2033 7900
v) Locate the unit centrally over the opening to determine the position on the lintel. The front drip section should be trimmed off at the bearing end to allow for thin mortar joints and to enhance the appearance. vi) Locate the unit on the lintel at position previously determined, ensuring a tight fit to the edge of lintel toe.
Rise (mm) 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 75 150 150 150 Opening Sizes (mm) Min Max 450 600 650 850 900 1050 1200 1350 1450 1600 1750 2100 2300 2400 500 650 700 900 950 1100 1250 1400 1500 1650 1800 2150 2350 2450
ArchCentre Code ACA0475 ACA0625 ACA0675 ACA0875 ACA0925 ACA1075 ACA1225 ACA1375 ACA1475 ACA1625 ACA1775 ACB2125 ACB2325 ACB2425
ArchCentre Span (mm) 450 600 650 850 900 1050 1200 1350 1450 1600 1750 2100 2300 2400
Note: Each length of ArchCentre will cover a structural opening with a tolerance of plus or minus 25mm.
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Lintel Stop Ends Type CL3 and C90
For eliminating problems associated with moisture penetration. Wind-driven rain that penetrates the external skin of a cavity wall will, under normal conditions, discharge off the ends of conventional lintels. However, with full fill cavity insulation and in areas of severe exposure, large volumes of water can be released from lintel ends into and through insulation, creating dampness at internal reveals. Catnic Stop Ends prevent this problem. Use CL3 Stop Ends (see Figure 1) for lintels with a fully inclined face within the cavity (combined lintels or CH & CX lintels). Use C90 Stop Ends (see Figure 2) for all lintels with a 90 brickwork/ blockwork support flange (for use with Cougar CG lintels) Technical requirements NHBC Standards: Where fair faced masonry is supported by lintels: cavity trays or combined lintels should have Stop Ends. Zurich Municipal: To prevent water running into the adjacent cavity, cavity trays should have 75mm deep Stop Ends located to coincide with the perpend nearest to the end of the cavity tray. Material Durrpolyethylene 6/A for type CL3. BS polypropylene for type C90. Important note Cavity weep holes should be provided over all lintels fitted with Stop Ends. Stop Ends type CL3 can be applied to lintels designed for cavity wall construction with a maximum 100mm cavity, although they will suit cavities up to 150mm wide, providing the lintel upstand rises to 225mm.
Figure 1: Lintel Stop End type CL3 for use with combined lintels or CH & CX lintels Figure 2: Lintel Stop End type C90 for use with CG lintels and external solid lintels
Installation notes i) Ensure the lintel surface is clean and dry. ii) Remove the protective covering to the length of the anchoring strip on the bottom of the Stop Ends. iii) Position to suit the perpendicular joint nearest the lintel ends, ensuring that the base and back of the Stop End fit snugly into the front upstand of the lintel face.
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ACCESSORIES
Cavity Weep Vents Type WV
For ensuring removal of water from cavities. DPC and cavity tray installations over openings require weeps to discharge collected water from the cavity above. Cavity Weep Vents also assist in draining interstitial condensation, which can contribute to moisture tracking across the cavity. The design of Cavity Weep Vents type WV also provides an aesthetically pleasing solution, as the front face of the Weep Vent blends unobtrusively into the masonry. Technical requirements NHBC Standards: Where fair faced masonry is supported by lintels: weep holes should be provided at maximum 450mm intervals. Each opening should have at least two weep holes Zurich Municipal: In localities of moderate exposure or worse, or where full cavity fill is used, cavity trays should be adequately drained through weep holes spaced at no more than 1 metre apart, with at least 2 per opening. Material BS Polypropylene in grey, beige and terracotta to match mortar. Important note Cavity weep holes should be provided over all lintels fitted with stop ends or separate DPC tray supplied by other manufacturer.
Cavity Weep Vent type WV available in terracotta, beige and grey
Installation notes i) Position in the perpendicular brick directly above the lintel. ii) Use a minimum of 2 per lintel at 450mm maximum centres.
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External Plaster Key - Type PKS87
Manufactured from galvanised steel to BS EN 10346:2009 of grade DX51D+Z275 the external plaster key provides a secure key for a rendered finish. Application Suitable for use with Cougar lintels (CG, CH, CX) timber frame lintels (CTF5, CTF7, CTF9, CN23) and External solid wall lintels (CN71 & CN81). Installation External plaster key simply clips into place and is secured using a full length of adhesive bead (supplied by others). Storage Unless required immediate use on site the product should be stored in a clean dry environment.
Installation notes i) Ensure plaster key mounting surface and under side of lintel is clean, dry and free from grease and dirt. ii) Locate plaster key centrally over lintel (refer to illustration above to determine the position on lintel). iii) Apply a 6mm bead of adhesive along the full length of plaster key in accordance with adhesive manufacturers instructions. iv) Locate the plaster key against the toe of the lintel at the position previously determined and rotate onto lintel, apply downward pressure to ensure full adhesive contact to both surfaces. v) Pull surfaces apart to allow adhesive to dry for 10-15 minutes. vi) Reposition the plaster key onto the lintel base (as step iv) applying uniform pressure over the lintel length. vii) A strong initial bond is achieved whilst full bond strength results in 48-72 hours.
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Lintel Product Selector Installation Guide
INSTALLATION GUIDES
Catnic is committed to trouble free installation
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INSTALLING A CAVITY WALL LINTEL

Ensure lintel is level along its length.
Ensure lintel is not damaged. Ensure a nominal 150mm end bearing at each end.*
Ensure lintel is fully bedded on bricklaying mortar.
Structural opening or clear span.
Ensure lintel is level along its width.
In cavity walls, raise inner and outer leaves supported by lintel together. Masonry above lintels should be allowed to cure before applying floor or roof loads. Ensure that masonry overhang does not exceed 25mm.
Ensure wall dimensions are correct.
Ensure no more than half the safe working load (SWL) is carried by the outer leaf where the lintel carries an external cavity wall. The wall should also be restrained laterally near the top.
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Install a separate DPC in severe exposure conditions. A Catnic Cougar Open Back lintel with an additional DPC membrane installed in accordance with normal practice provides the best possible protection (page 76) Locate the window/door frame so that the drip on the front of the lintel projects forward of the drip on the front of the frame. It is good building practice to insert a flexible joint between the lintel and the top of the frame Ensure that timber floor joists and roof trusses have a full block depth between them and the lintel flange on Cougar Open Back Lintels Refer to the Catnic How to Install a Lintel Supporting Concrete Floors or the Steel Lintel Manufacturers Association guidelines (available on request) when using CH & CX Open Back Lintels to support concrete floors Consider the use of our soffit cladding for all coastal sites Use damaged lintels
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Apply point loads without prior consultation. Where the loading or a substantial part of it is applied as concentrated loads, each concentrated load must be supported over a length of lintel of not less than 200mm. In such cases, the total loading must not produce bending moments or shear forces greater than those produced by the uniformly distributed loads specified in the relevant data tables Allow blockwork to overhang the lintel by more than 25mm Apply concrete floor loads without ensuring that the total loads are checked by a structural engineer, or by Catnic Technical Services Do not cut CG type lintels under any circumstances Apply point loads directly onto lintel flanges
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INSTALLING A CAVITY WALL LINTEL

Wide Inner Leaf lintels used with 140mm dense blocks
To ensure the flanges are equally loaded the Code of Practice should be strictly adhered to when building the masonry i.e. one row of blocks should be raised on the inner leaf, then three courses of brick on the outer leaf. Wall ties should then be installed and another row of blocks on the inner leaf followed by three courses of brick on the outer and so on. This process ensures that the lintel flanges are equally loaded and helps prevent rotation. Propping When propping, a horizontal board should be placed along the underside of the lintel soffit, this will prevent any point loading, which could cause localised deformation of the lintel. On small openings a single prop should be placed centrally within the openings and wedged into place. The prop can be removed after the wall ties are effective. The number of props used should be increased for larger openings. The 140 mm dense blocks should be installed tight against the inner web of the lintel.
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Therefore, the overhang of blockwork on the lintels inner flange could be measured at 15mm. If after considering the above information it is not practicable to carry out the mentioned construction process on site, we are able to offer an alternative box style lintel in place of open back. These products are more robust due to the design of the box section and therefore, open to greater 12 abuse on site during the construction stage.
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Prop centrally for spans Prop centrally for spans up to up to 2100mm. For larger 2100mm. For spans use spans use props atlarger 1200mm centres. props at 1200mm centres.
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INSTALLING A LINTEL SUPPORTING CONCRETE FLOORS

In addition to the Cavity Wall Installation Guide, please read the following for installing concrete floors with Catnic steel lintels
Check that the correct lintel is being used according to the manufacturers lintel schedule/design criteria Bed the lintel on full blocks and allow mortar to cure before applying concrete floor loads Raise both leaves of cavity wall together and allow masonry to cure sufficiently before applying heavy loads. Alternatively prop the lintel if large loads are to be applied to fresh masonry When using the Catnic CH & CX Open back range with concrete floors, always ensure that the blockwork is built tight against the inner vertical face of the lintel and that a mortar joint is added to the top of the blockwork so that the floor units have an even spread over the inner flange of the lintel Avoid shock loading lintels during the installation of concrete floor units and also any sideways loading while being lifted into position Precast flooring units should be laid on a mortar bearing of the full inner leaf wall width and should not be dragged over supports Avoid loading newly laid floors with building materials Lintels must be built-in as illustrated, ensuring that the blockwork infill is welljointed during construction and compatible with the strength of the masonry above
Typical CX Lintel, supporting a concrete floor
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INSTALLING A TIMBER FRAME LINTEL

In addition to the Cavity Wall Installation Guide, please read the following for Catnic timber frame lintel installation
When propping, a horizontal board should be placed along the flat underside of the lintel soffit; this will prevent any point loading, which could cause localised deformation of the lintel flange. On small openings a single prop should be placed centrally within the opening and gently wedged into place. The number of props should be increased for larger openings. Generally props should be installed at maximum centres of 1 metre.
Position of lintel restraint clips
Overall lintel length Screw fixing Nail fixing 300 max 600 max 600 max 300 max Clearance Lintel Length (mm) Up to 1800 1950-3000 3300-4200 4575-4800 Number of clips 3 5 7 9
The prop can be removed after the mortar has cured and the wall ties become effective. A timber pinch batten should be fixed at the heel of the timber frame lintel in order to minimise any rotation. Catnic timber frame lintels (e.g. CTFs) are intended only to support an outer skin of brickwork where it is tied to an inner skin of timber frame and must be suitably propped during construction.
Note: lintels should be suitably propped during construction. Lintels for timber frame construction are supplied with lintel restraint clips (free of charge), which must be screw or nail fixed to the timber frame to allow for differential movement between the timber structure and the brick facing.
Clearance
Lintel code CTF5,7 & 9 Centre of lintel CTF5,7 & 9 CN23
Length (mm) 750-3600 3900-4800 Up to 4800
Clip fixings 50mm x 3.35mm diam. Plain head galvanised nails 38mm x No10 RD/HD sherardised wood screws 38mm x No10 RD/HD sherardised wood screws
Typical application showing lintel over window
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS & QUALITY ASSURANCES

Catnic is committed to providing architects, designers and builders with useful information and terminology relevant to the specification of Catnic lintels
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WHERE TO USE A SEPARATE DPC

To satisfy NHBC and Zurich Municipal technical requirements, Catnic lintels only require a separate DPC in severe exposure zones i.e. zones 3 & 4 of the map and as determined by BS 8104
NHBC Amendments Oct 1992 require a separate damp proof protection for all lintels in Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man and in areas of severe or very severe exposure to driving rain, as defined under BS EN 1996-1-2:2010 and BD6697:2010. The map indicates typical exposure categories. In such cases, a cavity tray/damp proof protection should provide an impervious barrier draining water outwards. It should have an overall minimum upstand of 140mm, returned to the inner leaf masonry and be so shaped that there is not less than 100mm vertical protection above a point where mortar could collect. Where exposure conditions or local building regulations demand a separate DPC, Catnic cavity wall lintels not only provide additional protection against the elements but also act as a support and template for the DPC, making it easier to install and with less risk of damage. The DPC should project at least 25mm beyond the outer face of the cavity closer and vertical DPC. It should provide drip protection for the door and window heads and cover the ends of the lintel to ensure moisture is shed clear of the reveals. For all coastal site applications where the soffit of the lintel is exposed, the use of a soffit cladding in conjunction with a separate DPC is highly recommended to improve appearance and extend normal maintenance periods.
Lerwick
Dornoch
Inverness
Aberdeen
Perth
Dundee
Stirling Dunbar Glasgow Edinburgh
Ayr
Londonderry
Stranraer Workington
Carlisle Alston
Newcastle
Belfast Enniskillen Dungannon
Middlesborough Darlington Ripon York Hebden Bridge Hull Grimsby Doncaster Manchester Sheffield Chester Macclesfield Stafford Shrewsbury Peterborough Llanidloes Birmingham Cambridge Northampton Hay-on-Wye Colchester Gloucester Luton Welwyn Garden City Lincoln Nottingham Leicester Norwich Skegness Whitby
Skelmersdale Colwyn Bay Bangor Bala
Llandrindod Wells Brecon Swindon
Exposure zones 1 (sheltered) 2 (moderate)
Approximate wind driven rain (litres/m2 per spell) Less than 33 33 to less than 56.5 56.5 to less than 100 100 or more
Swansea
Newbury Cardiff Bristol Western-super-Mare Watchet Barnstaple Taunton Sidmouth Poole Southampton Aldershot
London Staines Dover Gatwick
3 (severe) 4 (very severe)
Brighton
Eastbourne
Exeter
Reproduced from BRE report Thermal Insulation: avoiding risks by permission of the Controller of HMSO: Crown Copyright. Report available from CRC Ltd on 020 7505 6622
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QUALITY ASSURANCE
Catnics excellence in quality standards is internationally recognised. British and European Standards: Catnics standard range lintels are designed and made to very high quality standards
Our products are: Manufactured from pre-galvanised steel in accordance with BS EN 10346:2009 of grade DX51D with or without polyester coated finish. Lintels conform to the material specifications laid down in BS 5977: Part 2:1983 and BS EN 845-2:2003 Catnic was the first lintel manufacturer to be awarded a BSI Kitemark licence and BBA certificate.
CERTIFIED
BRITISH S TO
NDARD TA
BS 5977 LICENCE No. KM07234
Certificate No. 91/2638
BSI Kitemark The Kitemark is a BSI certification mark, licensed for use on a product after independent testing has been carried out to establish conformity with the stated standard and satisfactory assessment of the manufacturing control process has taken place to establish that such conformity may consistently be achieved. BSI verifies continuing product conformity by periodic product testing and assessment of the manufacturing control process.
BBA Certification The BBAs Agrment certificates have been providing authoritative and independent information on the performance of building products for over 35 years. Every Agrment certificate contains important data on durability; installation and compliance with Building Regulations across the UK. Assessment involves three distinct areas 1: laboratory testing, 2: site inspections, undertaken by the BBAs own inspection Services team 3: factory production control. For copies of Catnics BBA Certificates please visit www.catnic.com or call us on 029 2033 7900
Technical Conformity Catnic comply with the technical requirement of: National House-Building Council (NHBC): is the independent regulatory board and the worlds leading warranty and insurance provider for new homes in the UK. Housing Association Property Mutual (HAPM): with appropriate adjustment factors lintels are rated by HAPM as satisfying the 35 years to first maintenance durability rating, laid down in the HAPM Component Life Manual. Local Authority Building Control (LABC): is dedicated to maintaining the highest standard in building design and construction. LABC is a publicly accountable, independent building control provider.
Management System Registration In todays increasingly competitive environment customers are becoming more sophisticated and better informed. Expectations are growing and businesses need to demonstrate commitment to quality. As an accredited organisation, we are committed to making continuous performance improvements in key areas, such as business efficiency and risk management, reviewing procedures and levels of service.
Relating to customers requirements to production with a view to achieving customer satisfaction Understanding how statutory and regulatory requirements impact on Catnic and our customers Clear responsibilities and authorities increasing motivation and commitment Consistency and traceability of products and services High level of internal and external communications
Catnic is a BSI registered firm with quality management system in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001:2000 which provides a set of processes that ensure: Clarification and documentation of policies and objectives Reduce waste
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The Research, Development and Technology business of Tata Steel combines top class innovation and cutting edge technology to deliver metals solutions in a constantly changing world
Structural performance The structural data published in the loading tables included in this technical guide, was achieved in accordance with the requirements of BS 5977: Part 2:1983 and BS EN 845-2.2003. Extensive testing was undertaken at the following test houses: The University of Wales, School of Engineering The University of Glamorgan, Construction Centre Ceram Building Technology, Stoke-on-Trent , Safe working loads (SWL)* as defined by BS 5977: Part 2:1983 for cavity wall lintels refer to uniform distributed loads applied in the inner to outer leaf ratios: 1:1 For lintels supporting masonry only 3:1 For lintels normally carrying timber floors 5:1 For lintels normally carrying concrete floors The CH & CX lintel range refers to uniformly distributed loads in the ratio of 19:1 when non standard or unusual loading conditions occur. A lintel should not exceed a maximum vertical deflection of 0.003 x the effective span (effective span = distance between centre of bearings) when subjected to the safe working load (SWL). * The brochure SWLs are based on the lesser value derived from a serviceability deflection limitation of
effective span 325
or
ultimate failure 1.6 (min)
Fire tests Catnic lintels have been independently tested in accordance with the relevant parts of BS 476, Methods of Determination of the Fire Resistance of Loadbearing Elements of Construction. Details of the test results can be found in TRADA (Timber Research and Development Association) Nos. FR254, 275, 659, 863, 1662 and RF94015 and FROSI (Fire Research Organisation) No. 5001.
Thermal performance All Catnic cavity wall lintels contribute to the thermal integrity of the building as they are supplied with an insulated core. The core of the Cougar Open Back style lintels is fully filled with CFC & HCFC free insulation to prevent cold voids. Also, because Catnic cavity wall lintels are shaped to form a built-in damp proof course, partial fill cavity wall insulation can extend down to the top of the lintel. This means that the cold voids normally associated with separate damp proof courses are avoided, without the need to install specially shaped insulation batts behind the DPC.
To achieve the thermal benefits of a Cougar open back or Classic combined box lintel in accordance with the robust details as referred in the approved documents: Part L1 and Part L2, the window frame should be positioned so that the back face of the frame overlaps the inner face of the outer leaf of the cavity wall by a minimum of 30mm. The standard range of cavity wall lintels incorporating perforated base plates have been designed to minimise any potential cold bridge path without compromising its structural integrity. The unique slotted base plate design on the underside of the lintels provides an effective conductivity not exceeding 30W/mK which satisfies the requirements of the approved document to support Part L1 & L2 2002 edition.
We use up to the minute technology to expand and improve the quality of our performance; we continually invest in and upgrade our manufacturing processes and use the latest methods in process analysis and design
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THE ENVIRONMENT
We consider care for the environment to be essential both in terms of our duty to society and to ensure the continuity of our business
Environmental Policy
In 2010 Catnic achieved the Environmental Management Standard ISO14001 recognition of its environmental management policy. Our products are durable, adaptable, reusable and recyclable. Through our research and development ISO 14001 EMS 555046 activities, we are continuing to develop products that give additional social and environmental benefits to our customers and society as a whole. However, Catnic recognise that in our day to day operations we impact upon the environment in a number of ways. Therefore we are committed to achieving continual improvement in our environmental performance and pollution prevention and in supporting government policy for sustainable development. Global Warming Potential(GWP) The expanded polystyrene (EPS) incorporated into our pre-insulated lintels does not use, contain or produce formaldehyde, CFCs or indeed any so called soft CFCs (i.e. HCFCs and HFAs).The manufacturer of our insulation product have quoted a GWP < 5 for the finished product. Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) The product conforms to the Montreal Protocol and has an ozone depletion potential of zero. The material content and manufacture of EPS has no major negative impact on the environment. Health & Safety Policy Catnic actively work towards Tata Steels own international safety rating system and have one of the highest scores amongst all Tata Steel manufacturing sites in the UK. We believe that all our activities can be undertaken safely and we will never compromise safety. We will conduct our business in a way that ensures the health and well-being of our employees, contractors and any person affected by our activities. Everyone in Tata Steel has responsibility for their own and others health and safety. We know that continuous improvement of our health and safety performance is essential for a successful company. We will encourage a health and safety culture in Tata Steel. Copies of the Catnic Environmental Policy are available on request or can be downloaded at www.catnic.com/environmental. In particular we will: Integrate environmental management into all our business activities. Ensure compliance with all relevant local, national and international legislation and regulations. Ensure all staff, including contractors, actively supports our environmental programmes. Communicate our environmental policy to all interested internal and external parties and respond appropriately to requests for information. We will seek to reduce our environmental impacts and improve sustainability through improvements in: Energy efficiency and water consumption. Waste management and in particular a reduction of the amount of waste we send to landfill. Contract management and purchasing. This policy will be reviewed at least annually and will form the basis of all future environmental improvements.
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GUIDE TO SAFE STORAGE AND HANDLING

All products should be used in accordance with their specific instructions to prevent failure
Storage All products should be stored in a clean and dry environment on a firm even surface, clear of the ground. Single lintels should be stored on pallets or suitable racking and prevented from being accidentally dislodged. Remove all metal strapping with care and discard safely and responsibly. Handing Gloves should be worn to avoid injury from any sharp edges. When lifting or carrying a lintel, under take a personal risk assessment paying attention to the size and weight details found on the product label. Processes such as welding, burning, cutting or grinding can result in vaporising the metal or generating airborne particles that may present additional hazards. Application Do not use damaged goods. Refer to Installation Guides detailed on page 71. Disposal When disposing of any Catnic products or packaging, due consideration must be given to the environmental impact of the method of disposal. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1994 (COSHH) All products are considered non-hazardous to health under normal conditions of use. Copies of COSHH sheets are available on request
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MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
Cougar Open Back Styles
CG range The lintels are manufactured from galvanised steel to BS EN 10346:2009 (continuously hotdip coated strip and sheet of low carbon steels and cold forming - technical delivery conditions) of grade DX51D & Z275, but with a minimum yield stress of 250N/mm2. The lintels are further protected against corrosion by a black coloured polyester resin coating applied to all external surfaces. The lintels are fully insulated with expanded polystyrene bead of density 18kg/m3 giving a thermal conductivity of between 0.031W/mK and 0.036W/mK. CH & CX range The lintels are manufactured from galvanised steel to BS EN 10346:2009 of grade DX51D & Z275 with a minimum yield stress of 250N/mm2. The lintels are further protected against corrosion by a black coloured polyester resin coating applied to all external surfaces of the lintels. The lintels are fully insulated with expanded polystyrene board manufactured in accordance with BS 3837: Part 1: 2004 (Expanded polystyrene boards specification for boards manufactured from expandable beads). The material is CFC & HCFC free and has an ozone depletion potential (ODP) of zero.
Feature Lintels
CCA and CCB range The lintels are manufactured from 3.0mm structural grade steel plate of grade S275 to BS EN 10025-2:2004 and hot-dip galvanised after manufacture to BS EN ISO1461:1999.
Stainless Steel Lintels

The lintels are manufactured from Austenitic Stainless Steel, grade 304s15 to BS EN 10088-2-1.4301.
External Solid Wall/ Internal and Timber Frame Styles

CN and CTF range The lintels are manufactured from galvanised steel to BS EN 10346:2009 (continuously hotdip coated strip and sheet of low carbon steels and cold forming - technical delivery conditions) of grade DX51D & Z275 but with a minimum yield stress of 250N/mm2. The lintels (excluding internal lintels CN92 and CN102) are further protected against corrosion by a polyester resin coating applied to all external surfaces of the lintel. The lintels are insulated (where applicable) with expanded polystyrene board to BS 3837 Part 1: 2004 (expanded polystyrene boards specification for boards manufactured from expandable beads). CXL range The lintels are manufactured from a universal beam section and 6.0mm structural grade steel plate Grade S275 to BS EN 10025-2:2004 and hot-dip galvanised after manufacture to BS EN ISO1461:1999. MBA & ANG The lintels up to 3000mm are manufactured from galvanised steel to BS EN 10346:2009 (continuously hot-dip coated strip and sheet of structural steels technical delivery conditions) of grade DX51D & Z600. All external lintel cut edges are treated with a corrosion resistant paint. Lintels over 3000mm are further protected against corrosion by a polyester resin coating applied to all external surfaces of the lintel. CCS range The lintels are manufactured from galvanised steel to BS EN 10346:2009 (continuously hotdip coated strip and sheet of low carbon steels and cold forming technical delivery conditions) of grade DX51D & Z275 but with a minimum yield stress of 250N/mm2. The lintels are further protected against corrosion by a polyester resin coating applied to all external surfaces of the lintel.
GLOSSARY OF TECHNICAL TERMS

Lintel A structural member spanning an opening in a wall. Clear span or Clear opening The clear distance between lintel supports. Safe working load (SWL) The total uniformly distributed load (UDL) that the lintel is designed to support, whilst providing an appropriate safety factor. Triangulated masonry load A load assessed in accordance with the guidelines of BS 5977 Part 1:1981 and AMD 4796:1985. Uniformly Distributed Load (UDL) A load that is uniformly spread along the entire length of the lintel. Point load The load applied from a single member such as a steel beam or girder truss. It should be spread over an appropriate area so that the limiting design values are not exceeded. Moment of inertia (Ixx) Represents the moment of inertia or second moment of area of the lintel section about a horizontal axis through the lintel centroid indicating the stiffness of a lintel under a given load and indicative of the lintel shape. The greater the Ixx level, the stiffer the lintel will be and hence the less a lintel will deflect. Deflection ( ) Vertical/horizontal displacement of the lintel due to bending about the vertical/horizontal axis. Modulus of elasticity (Zxx min) The section Modulus of the lintel about a horizontal axis, when multiplied by the permissible working stress, the resultant value is the serviceability moment. Serviceability reaction The permissible load at an end support within the working load capacity of the lintel webs. End bearing The bearing length at lintel supports.
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BACK TO BLACK
Since 2010 over two hundred customers returned to Catnic.
Our investment in product development ensures product designs and technical detailing support to realise even the most challenging building designs. Meanwhile the free Catnic Lintel Scheduling Service (CLASS) ensures exacting tolerances and precision engineering. Combine this with an excellent on-time and full delivery record, and its easy to see how everyone in the supply chain can get it with Catnic.
CATNIC TECHNICAL ENQUIRY REQUEST FORM

Catnic endeavor to return enquiries at the soonest opportunity. If your enquiry is urgent please contact Technical Services on 029 2033 7900.
* Mandatory Fields
Please ensure that the essential information (indicated in red) is provided, to enable a quick turnaround. Please return on Fax: 087 0024 1809
Customer Name* Customer Address* Site Address
Date
Post Code* Email*
Tel* Fax
Post Code Email
Tel Fax
Lintel Requirements*
Special Wall Construction Brick Stone Dense block Lightweight block Medium block Timber frame Steel Frame N/A N/A N/A
(Please fill in dimensions)
Internals
Meter Boxes
Replace Steelwork
Outer Leaf (mm)
Cavity Width Between Masonry inc. insulation
Inner Leaf (mm)
Is a separate damp proof course to be installed? Please indicate whether outer leaf support is required at eaves level Special Requirements (eg. send to Site/Merchant etc.)
Yes Yes
No No
Please include the following (please tick) Plans/dimensions Sections (all) EITHER Suspended floor carcass timber OR Suspended concrete floor span directions Attic truss carcassing Elevations (all) Site plan (for summary) Roof carcass (for girder trusses) Structural engineers steelwork arrangements
Please indicate any fairfaced internal areas on drawings

NOTE: IT IS IMPORTANT FOR A QUICK TURNAROUND THAT ALL BOXES ARE COMPLETED CORRECTLY BY REFERRING TO THE DRAWINGS BEFORE SENDING TO OUR TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Technical Services tel:
029 2033 7900

Fax this enquiry to
087 0024 1809

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Care has been taken to ensure that the contents of this publication are accurate, but Tata Steel Europe Limited and its subsidiaries, which includes Tata Steel UK Limited, do not accept responsibility or liability for errors or information that is found to be misleading. Suggestions for, or descriptions of, the end use or application of products or methods of working are for information only and Tata Steel Europe Limited and its subsidiaries accept no liability in respect thereof. Before using products or services supplied or manufactured by Tata Steel Europe Limited and its subsidiaries, customers should satisfy themselves as to their suitability. Catnic reserves the right to change information contained within this brochure at any time. Copyright 2012 Tata Steel UK Limited Design: www.plum-design.co.uk
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A Tata Steel Enterprise

Lintel Product Selector

Lintel Product Selector Introduction

TATA STEEL EUROPE - EUROPES SECOND LARGEST STEEL PRODUCER

CATNIC - THE NAME TO BUILD A REPUTATION ON

Catnic was the first:

Catnic Technical Enquiry Request Form

Lintel Product Selector Technical Innovation

TECHNICALLY SUPERIOR PRODUCTS

ISO 14001 EMS 555046

Regulatory authorities approval Catnics excellence is internationally recognised

BS 5977 LICENCE No. KM07234

Lintel Product Selector Technical Innovation

Steel Post galvanised steel

Hot-Dipped Post Galvanised

Stainless Steel Lintels Open Back Lintels

Built-in DPC profile

Open Back without base plate CG style lintel

Open Back with a perforated base plate CH & CX style lintel

Lightweight plaster or plasterboard

Sealant required to front and back of window head

Sealant required to front and back of window head

Lintel Product Selector Technical Innovation

FEATURES OF CATNIC LINTELS

Open Back Lintels

Built-in Damp Proof Course

Integral Plaster Key

Lintel Product Selector Catnic Service

LEADING WITH SERVICE

HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT

Technical Service Package

029 2033 7900

Lintel Product Selector Selecting a lintel

HOW TO SELECT A LINTEL

External Solid Wall

Internal Partition and Load Bearing Wall

029 2033 7900

Single Leaf Walls

Stainless Steel Lintels

Lintel Arch Centre

Lintel Cavity Weep Vents

Lintel Soffit Cladding

Lintel Product Selector Product Selector

A LINTEL FOR EVERY APPLICATION

Standard Duty CG50/100

Heavy Duty CH50/100

Extra Heavy Duty CX50/100

Standard Duty CG70/100

Heavy Duty Extra Heavy Duty CC C C C C CCC C C CH70/100 CX70/100 CC C C C CCC C

Standard Duty CCG90/100

Heavy Duty Extra Heavy Duty CC CC C C CCCX90/100 C CH90/100 C C CC C C C CCC C

Wide Inner Leaf Cavity Wall Lintels

Standard Duty CG50/125

Heavy Duty CH50/125

Extra Heavy Duty CX50/125 C

Standard Duty CG70/125

CC CCHeavy Heavy Duty Extra C C C CC C C Duty C C C CCC C CH70/125 CC CX70/125

Standard Duty C CG90/125