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AS 1684.2 · Timber Framing
Table 12 — Internal Loadbearing Wall Studs (Not Notched)
Selections
Wind
Grade
Stud Spacing
Rafter Spacing
Roof
Wind Classification
Timber Grade
Stud Spacing (mm)
Rafter / Truss Spacing (mm)
Roof Type
Maximum Roof Load Width (mm) Select all inputs above
Select wind, grade, stud spacing, rafter spacing and roof type above.
Figure 6.15 — Internal Loadbearing Wall Studs

Table 12 Notes

  1. Maximum roof load widths are based on a maximum total sheet roof, framing and ceiling mass of 40 kg/m² and tile roof 90 kg/m². For guidance on roof and ceiling mass refer to Appendix A.
  2. Studs for internal non-loadbearing bracing walls and partitions (not carrying roof loads) shall be as per Clause 6.3.5.
  3. Edge distances for some sheet bracing materials may require a minimum stud width of 45 mm for joining sheets.
  4. Jamb studs for openings in internal load bearing walls shall be as per Table 10.
  5. Large stud sizes may be made up by vertical nail lamination as per Clause 6.1.4.
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Clause reference: AS 1684.2 Cl. 6.3.3 · Table 12