Rondo® 488 Deflection Head Track 51mm x 50mm x 0.70 BMT

Rondo® 488 Deflection Head Track is a 51mm wide steel track designed to accommodate vertical movement at the top of steel stud wall systems. Installed at the head of partitions, it allows for slab deflection without transferring load into the wall framing.

✓ 51mm profile to suit narrow steel stud systems
✓ 50mm leg height for secure stud engagement
✓ 0.70 BMT galvanised steel for increased strength
✓ Allows vertical movement at wall head junctions
✓ Suitable for fire rated and non load bearing systems
✓ Compatible with Rondo® steel stud framing range
✓ Supplied in standard stock lengths for site use

Deflection head tracks create a slip joint at the wall head, allowing for structural movement without transferring load into the wall system, making them suitable for commercial and multi residential construction where slab deflection is expected.