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This specification covers requirements for steel wire nails suitable for use in the application of gypsum board.

Details of construction for a specific assembly to achieve the required fire resistance shall be obtained from reports of fire-resistance tests, engineering evaluations, or listings from recognized fire testing laboratories.

The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard.

The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Sections 7 and 8, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Footnote * - A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard.