Installation Guide

Scyon™ Matrix™
Cladding

EXTERIORS

Australia May 2019

Make sure your information is up to date.
When specifying or installing James Hardie™ products,
ensure that you have the current technical information and
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 Scyon™ cavity trim
Made in Australia & New Zealand

Matrix™ panels
Made in Australia

Installation Guide
IMPORTANT NOTES WARNING
1. Failure to install, finish or maintain this product in accordance with applicable building codes, regulations, DO NOT BREATHE DUST AND CUT
standards and James Hardie’s written application instructions may lead to personal injury, affect system ONLY IN WELL VENTILATED AREA
performance, violate local building codes, and void James Hardie’s product warranty. James Hardie™ products contain sand, a source
2. All warranties, conditions, liabilities (direct, indirect or consequential) and obligations whether arising in
of respirable crystalline silica which is considered
contract, tort or otherwise other than those specified in James Hardie’s product warranty are excluded to
by some international authorities to be a cause of
the fullest extent allowed by law. For James Hardie’s product warranty information and disclaimers about
cancer from some occupational sources. Breathing
the information in this guide, refer to [Link].
excessive amounts of respirable silica dust can
3. The builder must ensure the product meets aesthetic requirements before installation. James Hardie™
will not be responsible for rectifying aesthetic surface variations following installation. also cause a disabling and potentially fatal lung
4. Make sure your information is up to date. When specifying or installing James Hardie™ products, ensure disease called silicosis, and has been linked with
you have the current guide. If in doubt, or you need more information, visit [Link] or other diseases. Some studies suggest smoking may
Ask James Hardie™ on 13 11 03. increase these risks. During installation or handling:
(1) work in outdoor areas with ample ventilation;
MATRIX™ SHEET AND SCYON™ CAVITY TRIM PRODUCT SIZE (2) minimise dust when cutting by using either
PRODUCT LENGTH (mm) WIDTH (mm) THICKNESS (mm) MASS (kg) ‘score and snap’ knife, fibre cement shears or,
MATRIX™ PANEL 1190 1190 8 18 where not feasible, use a HardieBlade™ Saw
2390 590 8 18 Blade (or equivalent) and dust-reducing circular
1790 890 8 20 saw attached to an appropriate, well maintained,
2990 1190 8 45 filtered vacuum; (3) warn others in the immediate
SCYON™ CAVITY TRIM area to avoid breathing dust; (4) wear a properly-
2450 70 19 3.4 fitted, approved dust mask or respirator (e.g. P1
or P2) in accordance with applicable government
regulations and manufacturer instructions to further
All dimensions and masses provided are approximate only and subject to manufacturing tolerances.
Masses are based on equilibrium moisture content of product. limit respirable silica exposures. During clean-up
use a vacuum and filter, both of which are well
ACCESSORIES / TOOLS SUPPLIED BY JAMES HARDIE maintained and appropriate for capturing fine
(respirable) dust. Alternatively, use wet clean-up
ACCESSORIES DESCRIPTION ACCESSORIES DESCRIPTION methods - never dry sweep. For further information,
James Hardie™ Base Coat. James Hardie™ Backing Strip. refer to our installation instructions and Safety Data
4kg tub & 15kg bag 1190mm, 2390mm, 2990mm long Sheets available at [Link].
A water-resistant base coat compound used to A weather seal at horizontal panel joints for use
flush over epoxy filled countersunk fasteners. with Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding. 10 per pack. FAILURE TO ADHERE TO OUR WARNINGS,
4kg tub 4 per box Part No. 305535. 15kg bag 1190mm Part No. 305557. 2390mm SAFETY DATA SHEETS, AND INSTALLATION
1 each Part No. 304491 Part No. 305558. 2990mm Part No. 305559. INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO SERIOUS
James Hardie™ Joint Sealant. 300ML cartridge James Hardie™ 18mm PVC Cavity Vent Strip. PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
A general purpose, paintable, exterior grade 3,000mm Long
polyurethane joint sealant. 20 per box. A perforated PVC extrusion used at the
Part No. 305534. bottom of walls behind Scyon™ Matrix™ JAMES HARDIE RECOMMENDED SAFE
cladding. 25 per pack. Part No. 305555 WORKING PRACTICES
James Hardie™ Facade Washers
Façade washers used for exposed fastener James Hardie™ 9mm Aluminium External
fixing with Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding. Corner. 3,000mm long CUTTING OUTDOORS
1000 per bag. Part No. 305565 A ready to paint aluminium extrusion, to be 1. Position cutting station so wind will blow dust away from
used with Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding, Scyon the user or others in working area.
12mm Double Sided Bonding Tape Axon™ cladding and EasyLap™ panel at external 2. Position the cutting station in a well-ventilated area. Use a
Alternate method to fix the lower part of the JH corner junctions to conceal the board edge. 5 dust reducing circular saw equipped with HardieBlade™
backing strip to the back of the Matrix panel at per pack. Part No. 305521 Saw Blade or comparable fibre cement blade and well
horizontal joints .33m long roll Part No.305673 maintained vacuum and filter appropriate for capturing fine
HardieEdge™ Trim
HardieWrap™ weather barrier An architectural slab edge solution fabricated (respirable) dust.
A non-perforated, highly breathable and from high-quality powder coated aluminium.
reflective safe-glare weather barrier designed CUTTING INDOORS
Base Trim unit size: 3950mm. Also available:
to be used behind Scyon™ external cladding Base Trim 4 per pack. Part No. 305911 n
Cut only using score and snap, hand guillotine or
products to help protect the building. For Base Trim Jointer 12 per pack. Part No. 305912 fibreshears (manual, electric or pneumatic).
alternate products, please refer to HardieWrap™ Internal Corner 4 per pack. Part No. 305913 Position cutting station in a well-ventilated area.
n

weather barrier section (p.2). Unit size 2750mm External Corner 4 per pack. Part No. 305914
x 30,000mm. 1 each. Part No. 305664 DRILLING/OTHER MACHINING
HardieDrive™ Screw 41mm Long* When drilling or machining you should always wear a P1 or P2
TOOLS A class 3 self-tapping wing-tipped screw for dust mask and warn others in the immediate area.
fastening to 0.5mm to 1.6mm BMT light gauge
HardieBlade Saw Blade. 185mm diameter
™
steel frames. 1000 per box. Part No. 305984 IMPORTANT NOTES
A 185mm diameter poly-diamond blade 1. For maximum protection (lowest respirable dust production)
for fast and clean cutting of James Hardie™ HardieDrive™ Collated Screw 41mm long*
A class 3 self-tapping wing-tipped screw for James Hardie recommends always using best practice
fibre cement. 1 each. Part No. 300660
fastening to 0.5mm to 1.6mm BMT light gauge cutting methods where feasible.
steel frames. Suitable for use in most auto feed 2. NEVER use a power saw indoors.
screw guns. 1000 per box. Part No. 305982 3. ALWAYS use a circular saw blade that carries the
HardieBlade™ logo or is of at least comparable performance.
COMPONENTS NOT SUPPLIED BY JAMES HARDIE James Hardie recommends the following products for use in 4. NEVER dry sweep - Use wet suppression or appropriate
conjunction with its Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding. James Hardie does not supply these products and does not provide a warranty for vacuum and filter.
their use. Please contact the component manufacturer for information on their warranties and further information on their products.
5. NEVER use grinders.
Gun Nail Trim To Frame Epoxy flush sealing (2 part) 6. ALWAYS follow tool manufacturers’ safety recommendations.
2.8mm x 65mm long ring shank nail or Countersunk head screws are flush sealed
75 x 2.8mm D or round head galvanised using megapoxy P1. DUST MASKS AND RESPIRATORS
smooth shank nail used to fix Scyon cavity trim James Hardie recommends the use of P2 respirators as best
6mm masonry drill and countersunk head drill practice. As a minimum, an AS/NZS1716 P1 respirator must be
to timber stud. Min. Class 3
Drill bit provides a 6.2mm to 6.3mm diameter used when doing any activity that may create dust. For more
Nails To Fix Panel To Scyon™ Cavity Trim hole. Used to pre-drill clearance holes for screw extensive guidance and options for selecting respirators for
2.8 x 30mm galvanised nail, 2.6 x 32mm fasteners. The countersunk head drill
workplaces please refer to Australian/New Zealand Standard
galvanised or stainless steel twist shank nail. Nail is used to countersink fasteners.
1715:2009 “Selection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory
head must be a minimum round head diameter Nail gun
of 5.3mm, 25mm DA stainless steel Brad Nail Protective Equipment”.
Suitable for use with the C25 304 stainless P1 or P2 respirators should be used in conjunction with the
for fixing Matrix panels to Scyon™ cavity trim. steel brad nails. above cutting practices to minimise dust exposure.
Exposed head fasteners For further information, refer to Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available
Vacuum extraction with HEPA filter
No. 8-15 x 25mm wafer, hex or pan head at [Link]. If concern still exists about
Used with HEPA filter and paper bag for
needle point screw. Class 3 minimum coating. exposure levels or you do not comply with the above practices,
reduced dust exposure.
Countersunk screws you should always consult a qualified industrial hygienist or
Dust-reducing saw
8-10 x 25 stainless steel countersunk chipboard contact James Hardie for further information.
Dust reducing saw with a HardieBlade™
screw square drive / needle point screw.
saw blade. Makita 5057KB / Hitachi C7YA
3M HIPA 300 adhesive cleaner C25 stainless steel brad nails
For cleaning of surfaces prior to applying C25 16 gauge 304 stainless steel brad nails
double sided tape to the JH backing strip. used with James Hardie™ joint sealant for fixing
Supplied by 3M Australia Pty Ltd. Matrix panels to the Scyon™ cavity trim. Pack of
Part no. AS010418940 2000 includes fuel cell.

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STORAGE AND HANDLING Materials, components and their installation that are Stud framing members must be a minimum of
To avoid damage, all James Hardie™ building used to manage moisture in framed wall construction 70x35mm,
products should be stored with edges and corners must, at a minimum, comply with the requirements
of relevant standards and the National Construction
Steel
of the product protected from chipping. James Use of steel framing must be in accordance with NASH
Hardie™ building products must be installed in a dry Code (NCC).
standard for Residential and Low-Rise Steel Framing
state and protected from weather during transport Part 1: Design Criteria and the framing manufacturer’s
Weather barrier
and storage. The product must be laid flat under specifications. Framing members must have a base
A suitable water control membrane must be installed
cover on a smooth level surface clear of the ground metal thickness (BMT) between 0.55 to 1.6mm.
under James Hardie™ cladding in accordance with
to avoid exposure to water, moisture, etc. The steel framing must have the appropriate level of
the AS/NZS 4200.2 ‘Pliable building membranes and
INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE underlays – Installation’ and NCC requirements. durability required to prevent corrosion.
General James Hardie has tested and certified the use of Framing members must have a Base Metal Thickness
Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding consists of Scyon™ HardieWrap™ weather barrier for climate zones 2-8 within (BMT) between 0.55 to 1.6mm. The steel framing
cavity trim installed over HardieWrap™ weather Australia. HardieWrap™ weather barrier is a Class 4 must have the appropriate level of durability required
barrier to which the pre-sealed Scyon™ Matrix™ vapour permeable membrane that delivers a triple-shield to prevent corrosion. Stud framing members must be
panels are fixed. Expressed vertical and horizontal of protection to help against external weather penetration, a minimum of 64x35mm.
joints are created to produce a panelised look. internal condensation management and external heat
penetration through its safe-glare reflective layer.
Thermal Break
This guide covers the use of the Scyon™ Matrix™ For steel frames, it’s a building code requirement to
cladding in a residential facade application over If using an alternate product in lieu of HardieWrap™ install a thermal break behind direct fixed cladding. For
a seasoned timber or a light-gauge steel frame. weather barrier or the project is located in a hot humid information relating to the suitability of James Hardie’s
Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding is not suitable for sloping area (Climate Zone 1), the designer must ensure that HardieBreak™ thermal strip, refer to the HardieBreak™
walls or on a diagonal orientation. the product is fit for purpose and it has the following Installation Guide at [Link]
classification in accordance with AS/NZS 4200.1:2017
DESIGN ‘Pliable building membranes and underlays – Materials’: Tolerances
General Ensure frame is square and work from a central
All design and construction must comply with the WEATHER BARRIER CLASSIFICATION datum line. Frames must be straight and true to
appropriate requirements of the current National provide a flush face to receive the panels.
Construction Code (NCC) and other applicable CLIMATE WATER VAPOUR
ZONES BARRIER PERMEANCE A suggested maximum tolerance of between 3mm and
regulations and standards.
2-8 Vapour permeable (Class 3 or 4) 4mm in any 3000mm length of frame will give best
Responsibility High results, see Figure 1. Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding will not
1 Vapour Barrier (Class 1 or 2)
The specifier or other party responsible for the project straighten excessively warped or distorted frames and any
must ensure that the details in this specification are warping may still be visible after the cladding is applied.
appropriate for the intended application and that Soft compressible insulation installed between
additional detailing is performed for specific design or the front of the wall studs and directly behind the
any areas that fall outside the scope of this specification. external cladding can cause installation issues and is
thus not recommended.
Slab and footings
The slab and footings on which the building is Flashing
situated must comply with AS 2870 ‘Residential All wall openings, penetrations, intersections,
slabs and footings – Construction’ and the connections, window sills, heads and jambs must be
requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC). flashed prior to cladding installation.

Ground clearances FRAMING

Install James Hardie™ external cladding with a General
minimum 150mm clearance to the earth on the Frame set-out and construction is an important
exterior of the building or in accordance with local aspect to consider when planning the installation of
building codes if greater than 150mm is required. Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding. The way you install the FIGURE 1 FRAME STRAIGHTNESS
panels will affect the way you build the frame.
Maintain a minimum 50mm clearance between FASTENERS
Scyon™ Matrix™ panels and Scyon™ cavity trim are
James Hardie™ external cladding and roofs, decks, General
installed either on or off stud, refer to Figures 4 and 5.
paths, steps and driveways. Suitable type of fasteners and spacings are provided
Adjacent finished grade must slope away from the When installing on stud, the vertical panel joints are
on the following pages for both the Scyon™ cavity trim
building in accordance with local building codes, typically located centrally over the Scyon™ cavity trim. For this
and Matrix™ panels. All fasteners specified should be
a minimum slope of 50mm minimum over the first metre. method of installation it is important that the stud
driven flush as shown in Figure 2.
set-out accurately matches the vertical joint locations.
Do not install external cladding such that it may
remain in contact with standing water. Alternatively, for the off-stud installation method, Drive screw flush
noggings must be installed at 800mm maximum
NOTE centres, see Figure 5. The noggings must be aligned
Greater clearance may be required in order to with the exterior plane of the frame to ensure that
comply with termite protection provisions, see below a flush surface is provided to accommodate the
for more information. installation of the Scyon™ cavity trim. Off stud
fixing is not suitable in high wind loads, see Table
Termite Protection 1. This table specifies the maximum stud spacings
The National Construction Code (NCC) specifies the
for Scyon Matrix cladding for Australian wind load
requirements for termite barriers. Where the exposed
classifications of AS 4055 ‘Wind Loads for Housing’. Flush nailing Unacceptable: Unacceptable:
slab edge is used as part of the termite barrier system, under driven over driven
a minimum of 75mm of the exposed slab edge must Timber
be visible to permit ready detection of termite entry. Use of timber framing must be in accordance with FIGURE 2 NAIL FASTENER DEPTH
AS 1684 - ‘Residential timber-framed construction’
MOISTURE MANAGEMENT and the framing manufacturer’s specifications. Screw fasteners should be screwed as close as possible
General to the stud corners to avoid deflection of the stud flange.
It is the responsibility of designer or specifier to identify Use only seasoned timber. Unseasoned timber must
moisture related risks associated with any particular not be used because it is prone to shrinkage and Fastener durability
building design. Wall construction design must effectively can cause sheets and frames to move. Fasteners must have the appropriate level of durability
manage moisture, accounting for both the interior ‘Timber used for house construction must have required for the intended project. This is of particular
and exterior environments of the building, particularly the level of durability appropriate for the relevant importance in coastal areas, areas subject to salt spray
in buildings that have a higher risk of wind driven rain climate and expected service life and conditions and other corrosive [Link] must be fully
penetration or that are artificially heated or cooled. including exposure to insect attacks or to moisture, compatible with all other materials that they are in contact
In addition all wall openings, penetrations, junctions, which could cause decay.’ with to ensure the durability and integrity of the assembly.
connections, window sills, heads and jambs must Reference AS 1684.2’ Residential timber-framed Contact fastener manufacturers for more information.
incorporate appropriate flashing and waterproofing. construction’.
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PREPARATION

STEP 1
Construct frame and Scyon™cavity trim
fitting of windows
STEP 2 Wall frame
Install
HardieWrap™
weather barrier

800mm
20mm Noggings

HardieWrap™
weather barrier

STEP 3 800mm
Install JH PVC cavity vent
800mm

strip, using 2.8 x 30 mm le 1

fibre cement nail at Tab
to
200mm maximum centres fer
Re
Ensure required ground clearance provided

FIGURE 3 PREPARATION FIGURE 5 OFF-STUD FIXING

FIGURE 8 FIXING SCYON CAVITY TRIM

NOTE Layout
Generally, external and internal corners have Planning the layout of the Scyon™ cavity trim and Ensure the Scyon™ cavity trim butts up to the JH
additional framing requirements. Refer to the external the Scyon™ Matrix panels is an essential part of PVC vent strip. Do not insert the Scyon™ cavity
and internal corner details for more information. installation to ensure a professional finish. trim into the JH PVC vent strip.
Datum lines should be set-up and used to ensure
SCYON™ CAVITY TRIM INSTALLATION the edges of the Scyon™ cavity trim and Scyon™
General Matrix™ panels are square. Datum lines can include HardieWrap™
The Scyon™ cavity trim is installed vertically over the edges of windows, doors and building corners, weather barrier
the HardieWrap™ weather barrier to either timber or see Figure 6.
metal stud wall frames. The Scyon cavity trim may
be installed either on or off stud, refer to framing
Datum line
section for more information and Figures 4 and 5.

OPTION 1:
On-stud fixing
For on-stud fixing the Scyon™ cavity trim is installed
directly to stud over the HardieWrap™ weather
barrier, see Figure 4. For fastener and stud spacings, Window
refer to Table 1. head
flashing

Scyon™cavity trim
fixed to stud

Wall frame
Scyon™cavity trim
FIGURE 9A SLAB EDGE DETAIL
HardieWrap™
weather barrier

Alternative Detail Below:

For more information on HardieEdgeTM please refer
Noggings to the HardieEdgeTM installation guide available at
[Link]
HardieWrap™ FIGURE 6 PANEL LAYOUT
weather barrier

HardieWrap™
weather barrier
Scyon™ cavity trim

le 1
Tab HardieEdge™ trim
to
fer
Re

FIGURE 4 ON-STUD FIXING

OPTION 2:
Off-stud fixing
DPC where 75mm
The Scyon™ cavity trim can be installed off- required
stud over the HardieWrap™ weather barrier. It is Rebated
important that horizontal supports (noggings) are concrete slab

installed at a maximum of 800mm vertical centres. A

specified fastener is fixed at the intersection of every
FIGURE 9B ALTERNATIVE SLAB EDGE DETAIL
support, see Figure 5. For Scyon™ cavity trim and
stud spacings, refer to Table 1.
Scyon™cavity trim
STEP 4
Ensure all Scyon™
Wall frame cavity trim is plumb

FIGURE 7 PLUMB SCYON™ CAVITY TRIM

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 SCYON™ MATRIX™ PANEL INSTALLATION
HardieWrap™ weather barrier
Apply a continuous Note: You must ensure the product is of acceptable
6mm diameter bead of
polyurethane sealant to quality prior to installation, see Important Note 3.
Scyon™cavity trim the backing strip below Ensure backing strip is 5mm
the stop shorter than Matrix™panel
width each side General
The Scyon™ Matrix™ panels must be fixed to the
50 Scyon™ cavity trim. The Scyon™ Matrix™ panels
mm
45º weather cut sloping can be installed in a horizontal or vertical orientation.
down and away from
HardieWrap™ weather barrier.
The panels are installed with a 10mm expressed joint
Seal cut edges together between adjacent panels, vertically and horizontally.
50
mm with James Hardie joint
™

sealant
When installing the Scyon™ Matrix™ panels, the
clear surface of the Scyon™ Matrix™ panel faces the
frame.
For off-stud jointing provide Sealant must be cured
additional noggins to enable before installing Matrix™panel
nailing either side of the joint In order to seal cut edges or sanded patches, two
FIGURE 11 JOINT SEALANT OPTION 1 coats of an appropriate primer should be applied at
FIGURE 10 SCYON™ CAVITY TRIM BUTT DETAIL the time of cutting or sanding compatible with finish
OPTION 2: coating eg. Wattyl’s Kill Rust Heavy Duty Primer,
Scyon™ Cavity trim fasteners Double sided backing tape option Dulux AcraPrime 501/1 (water based) or equivalent.
For timber frames, use a corrosion resistant 65 x This method involves applying a continuous strip of
2.8mm ring shank nail or a 75 x 2.8mm D or round 3M 12.7mm wide 4905VHB or Henkel C3 12mm The following installation steps outline the fixing
head galvanised smooth shank nail. double sided tape to the lower side of the JH of the Scyon™ Matrix™ panels to the Scyon™
backing strip, see Figure 12. cavity trim. Also refer to Figures 19-22 for further
For steel framing thickness of 0.5mm – 1.6mm BMT information.
– use 41mm HardieDrive™ screws. James Hardie recommends the surfaces are cleaned
with the 3M HIPA clean 300 adhesive cleaner, in
NOTE: Do not fasten within 30mm of the Scyon™ accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. STEP 6 STEP 7
Apply a continuous 6mm diameter Using a spirit
cavity trim ends and within 20mm of the edges. bead of James Hardie joint sealant level ensure
to the Scyon™cavity trim at each Matrix™panels
Protective seal panel edge are plumb and
TABLE 1 aligned with
Scyon™ your datum
Fix JH backing strip cavity trim line
SCYON™ MATRIX™ CLADDING DESIGN TABLE to Matrix™panel

AS 4055 Wind Can Scyon Stud & Scyon* Matrix

classification cavity trim Scyon cavity trim panel
Non- Cyclonic be fixed cavity trim fastener fastener
cyclonic off-stud spacing spacing spacing
(mm) (mm) (mm)

N1, N2 C1 YES 600 300 200

N3
N4 C2 NO 600 200 200
N5 C3 NO 400 200 200
N6 C4 NO 400 200 150

N1, N2 YES 600 300 200 Apply double-sided tape to

N3 C1 YES 600 300 150** lower side of the JH backing
N4 C2 NO N/A N/A N/A strip and remove protective seal.
N5 C3 NO N/A N/A N/A Datum line
N6 C4 NO N/A N/A N/A
FIGURE 12 DOUBLE SIDED BACKING TAPE OPTION 2
* In the case of fixing the cavity trim off stud, the
fastener spacing will be at each support i.e. a When the panels are ready to be installed, apply
maximum of 800mm centres, see Figure 5. James Hardie™ joint sealant behind the JH backing FIGURE 14 INSTALL FIRST PANEL
**If the C25 SS Brad nail is used, the spacing may strip and a continuous filler of James Hardie™ joint
be increased to 200mm. sealant along the top edges of the panel, see Figure Figure 15 outlines the fastener spacings into the
13. This detail is applicable for both the sealant and Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding.
JH BACKING STRIP INSTALLATION double sided backing tape options.
General For edge distances
see Figures 19 to 22
At horizontal panel joints, the JH backing strip is 50
70m
bonded to the back of the Scyon™ Matrix™ panels to m mm
form a socket to which the next course of panels are JH backing strip
fixed over. The lower side of the JH backing strip can
be bonded using either James Hardie™ joint sealant
Sealant fill the back of
or double sided backing tape, see Figures 11 and 12. the rolled stop at each
end 50mm long.
100
Ensure all surfaces are free of dust and grime. mm
James Hardie 100
joint sealant
mm
OPTION 1: 50m
m
Scyon™
Joint sealant option Matrix™
This method involves applying a continuous bead of Matrix™panel panel
James Hardie™ joint sealant to the lower flange of When installing,
apply 6mm diameter
the JH backing strip, see Figure 11. sealant bead between 50
back of the backing strip mm
and Scyon“ cavity trim.
NOTE: Continue bead onto back Refer to Table 1 Horizontal express HardieWrap™
The sealant applied to the backing strip below the of panel. Install panel before for Matrix™ panel joint with JH backing weather barrier
sealant cures to ensure bond. fastener spacing strip behind
stop must be fully cured before the panel is installed.
Apply a continuous filler of sealant
along the top edges of the panel
FIGURE 15 MATRIX PANEL FASTENERS

FIGURE 13 SEALING JH BACKING STRIP END DETAIL

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Scyon™ Matrix™ panel fasteners
The following fixing options are used to fix the Matrix
panels to the Scyon™ cavity trim (also see Figures
19-22):
1. C25mm 16 gauge or 25 DA 304 stainless steel
brad nails. HardieWrap™
weather barrier
2. 2.8x30mm corrosion resistant fibre cement nails.
2.6 x 32mm galvanised or stainless steel twist
shank nail with a minimum round head diameter 10mm packers
of 5.3mm.
Matrix panel
TM

3. 8-10 x 25 stainless steel countersunk chipboard

screw square drive / needle point screw.
STEP 11
4. 25mm wafer, pan or hex head stainless steel Apply a continuous bead
needle point screws. of James Hardie™ joint FIGURE 22 EXPOSED HEAD OPTION 4
sealant to the top of the
JH backing strip as shown
NOTE: When using brad nails ensure that brad nails STEP 12
Install second row of panels
are not used in high wind areas, see Table 1. Stud Top plate Optional venting
into roof cavity
FIGURE 17 INSTALL NEXT COURSE OF PANELS
In all options, a continuous bead of James Hardie™
joint sealant is applied to the Scyon™ cavity trim to
Scyon™cavity trim
fix the back of the Matrix™ panel to the Scyon™
cavity trim, see Figure 16. HardieWrap™
weather barrier
For screw fasteners, a clearance hole must be
created using a 6mm masonry drill. JH backing strip
100 3mm
For countersunk screws, the fastener must also be mm
gap
countersunk 2.5 to 3mm below the Scyon™ Matrix™ Storm mould
panel’s surface, see Figure 21. The countersunk
HardieFlex®
fastener is then flushed finished with epoxy and then eaves lining
with James Hardie™ base coat. Use only proven Matrix panel
™
Matrix™ panel
epoxies for this application, i.e. Megapoxy P1 or Hilti 100 Continuous 6mm Scyon™ cavity trim
mm
CA 125. Where the temperature is below 15º, use bead of James Hardie
HardieWrap™
joint sealant
Hilti CA 273. weather barrier
James Hardie joint sealant
or double sided backing tape
For exposed head screws a JH facade washer must HardieWrap™
weather barrier
to be inserted between the panel and the exposed FIGURE 18 JOINT SEALANT PREPARATION Scyon™ cavity trim
head fastener, see Figure 22.
Matrix™ panel
FASTENER FIXING OPTIONS 65 x 2.8mm
ring shank
STEP 8 STEP 9 gun nail
Apply a continuous 6mm diameter Use temporary
bead of James Hardie joint sealant 10mm packers 30mm
for each MatrixTM panel to create a vertical
express joint 20mm
10mm

JH PVC cavity vent

strip mitred at
corners and keep
Matrix clear of debris
TM

panel Rebated
concrete
slab DPC where required

FIGURE 19 BRAD NAIL OPTION 1 Alternative Detail Below:

For more information on HardieEdgeTM please refer to the HardieEdgeTM
installation guide available at [Link]

HardieWrap™
weather barrier
Scyon™ cavity trim
Matrix™ panel

HardieWrap™ HardieEdge™ trim

weather barrier
mm
10 6mm
STEP 10
Working to your datum line, Matrix
TM

install second panel panel

FIGURE 16 INSTALL ADJACENT PANEL

FIGURE 20 STANDARD NAIL OPTION 2 75mm
DPC where
required

FIGURE 23 SLAB/EAVES DETAIL

HardieWrap™
weather barrier
Matrix panel
TM

FIGURE 21 COUNTERSUNK SCREW OPTION 3

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WINDOWS/PARAPETS JUNCTION DETAILS
When using solid floor joists, Scyon™ cavity trim must
HardieWrap™ not run continuously from lower floor to upper floor
weather barrier Pressed metal capping by others
over flashing with sealed joints corresponding Hardwood support level. There must be a vertical 15mm gap between
with joint in the facade screw fixed to the Scyon™ cavity trim at the floor level junction to
structural framing
Matrix™
Metal hold down clips allow for timber movement, refer to Figure 30.
screw through clearance
panel hole in 8mm Matrix panel Positive fall tow
inside face of ards
parapet
Scyon cavity
™

trim HardieWrap™
weather barrier
Capping
overlap
50 min.
Window head
flashing.
Min. 6mm
gap between
flashing and 30
panel. 1º 2 º
to assure
Matrix™panel hugging
fit
Scyon™
cavity trim
Parapet
HardieWrap ™ lining
weather barrier

FIGURE 27 PARAPET CAPPING DETAIL

EXTERNAL CORNER DETAIL

James Hardie
joint sealant

Flexible flashing
lapped over
cavity batten
Matrix™panel

FIGURE 30 FLOOR LEVEL JUNCTION

Matrix™
panel Suitable
corrosion
Scyon™cavity resistant
trim flashing
HardieWrap™ Continuous
weather barrier sealant
bead
Scyon™
FIGURE 24 WINDOW HEAD/SILL DETAIL cavity trim

Scyon™
cavity trim

10mm joint 2.8 x 65mm

Ringshank nails.
For fastener spacings
FIGURE 28 EXTERNAL CORNER DETAIL refer to Table 1
Bond breaker HardieWrap™
tape Scyon™ weather barrier
INTERNAL CORNER DETAIL cavity trim
James Hardie
joint sealant
over bond
breaker tape

James Hardie Matrix™panel

joint sealant

FIGURE 31 ABUTMENT DETAIL

NOTES
n
To cover the 15mm gap in the Scyon™ cavity trim
at the vertical expressed joint, use a section of JH
HardieWrap™ HardieWrap™ backing strip over joint and adequately seal it in
weather barrier Flexible flashing weather barrier
lapped over place to prevent moisture entry.
cavity batten n
Where solid joists are not used, consideration
should be given to allow for shrinkage movement
FIGURE 25 WINDOW JAMB DETAIL across joint. One option is to leave a 5mm sealed
gap between Scyon™ cavity trim.

HardieWrap“
weather barrier

FIGURE 29 INTERNAL CORNER DETAIL

FIGURE 26 SCYON MATRIX EXTERNAL BOX CORNER DETAIL

FIGURE 32 ANGLED CORNER

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 Refer to the paint and fastener manufacturer for PRODUCT INFORMATION
HardieWrap™ weather barrier further information, suitable products and details of Material
their warranty. The basic composition of James Hardie™ building
products is Portland cement, ground sand, cellulose
Sealants fibre, water and proprietary additives.
Application and use of sealants must comply with
manufacturer’s instructions. Sealants, if coated, James Hardie™ building products are manufactured
must be compatible with the paint system. James AS/NZS 2908.2 ‘Cellulose-Cement Products-Flat
Hardie recommends the use of James Hardie™ joint Sheet’. These are also compliant with equivalent
sealant, which is a paintable polyurethane sealant. standard ISO 8336 ‘Fibre-cement flat sheets -
Product specification and test methods’. For product
classification refer to the relevant Physical Properties
Data Sheet.
STAINING
Stains containing linseed oil are specifically designed
for wood and may not be suitable for James
Durability
Resistance to moisture/rotting
FIGURE 33 FACADE/SOFFIT JUNCTION Hardie™ cladding products, primed or un-primed.
Matrix™ panels and Scyon™ cavity trim have
demonstrated resistance to permanent moisture
Semi-transparent stains can vary in uniformity of
induced deterioration (rotting) by passing the
appearance depending on method of application
following tests in accordance with AS/NZS 2908.2:
FIRE RATED WALLS and conditions and will require a high level of skill
Scyon™ Matrix™ clad walls can achieve fire ratings and craftsmanship to achieve a uniform appearance.
Water permeability (Clause 8.2.2)
Clear coats have not proven durable in exterior
n

of 60/60/60 and 90/90/90 when constructed

Warm water (Clause 8.2.4)
exposure and James Hardie considers them a
n

with additional fire rated linings as specified in the

Heat rain (Clause 6.5)
maintenance item that may require application of a
n

JJames Hardie’s Fire and Acoustically Rated Walls

Soak dry (Clause 8.2.5)
refurbishing sealer at regular intervals. James Hardie
n

Design Guide and Acoustically Rated Walls Technical

Specification. does not warrant the appearance or durability of
Resistance to termite attack
semi-transparent stains and clear coats.
Based on testing completed by CSIRO Division of
Furthermore, as the Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding
Forest Products and Ensis Australia James Hardie
consists of Scyon™ cavity trim installed over the wall MAINTENANCE building products have demonstrated resistance to
frame, the fire and water resistant plasterboard must The extent and nature of maintenance will depend termite attack.
be installed behind the HardieWrap™ weather barrier on the geographical location and exposure of the
and Scyon™ cavity trim. It must not be directly building. As a guide, it is recommended that basic
Resistance to Fire
installed behind the Scyon™ Matrix™ panels. The normal maintenance tasks shall include but not be
Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding is suitable where non-
length of the fasteners fixing the Scyon™ cavity trim limited to: combustible materials are required in accordance
to the wall frame will need to take into account the
with C1.9 of the Building Code of Australia.
thickness of the fire and water resistant plasterboard. n
Washing down exterior surfaces every 6-12
months* James Hardie™ building products have been tested
n
Periodic inspections should be made to ensure by CSIRO in accordance with AS/NZS 3837 and are
FINISHES fasteners are adequately securing the panels to classified as conforming to Group 1 material (highest
General framing. and best result possible), with an average
Refer to the project specification for paint n
Re-applying of exterior protective finishes* specific extinction area far lower than the permissible
requirements. Scyon™ Matrix™ cladding and n
Maintaining the exterior envelope and connections 250m2/kg, as referenced in Specification C1.10a
exposed Scyon™ cavity trim must be painted within including joints, penetrations, flashings and of the National Construction Code (NCC).
3 months of being fixed. sealants that may provide a means of moisture
entry beyond the exterior cladding. Alpine regions
The rear of the Scyon™ Matrix™ panel must not be n
Cleaning out gutters, blocked pipes and overflows In regions subject to freeze/thaw conditions, all
left permanently exposed to direct sunlight. as required. James Hardie™ fibre cement external cladding must
n
Pruning back vegetation that is close to or be installed and painted in the warmer months of the
In order to seal cut edges or sanded patches, two touching the building. year where the temperature does not create freeze
coats of an appropriate primer should be applied and thaw conditions or paint issues. The cladding
at the time of cutting or sanding compatible with *Refer to your paint manufacturer for washing must be painted immediately after installation. In
finish coating e.g. Wattyl Kill Rust Heavy Duty Primer, down and recoating requirements related to paint addition, fibre cement cladding must not be in direct
Dulux AcraPrime 501/1 (water based) or equivalent. performance. contact with snow and/or ice build up for extended
periods, e.g. external walls in alpine regions subject
James Hardie recommends the application of two to snow drifts over winter.
coats minimum of a quality acrylic paint over the pre-
primed Scyon™ Matrix™ panels and the exposed Furthermore, a reputable paint manufacturer must
Scyon™ cavity trim in accordance with the paint be consulted in regards to a suitable product,
manufacturer’s specifications. Painting selection and specifications and warranty. The paint application
specifications is dependant on the paint chosen. must not be carried out if the air temperature or
Gloss paints are not recommended. the substrate temperature is outside the paint
manufacturer’s recommendation including the
Coastal areas specified drying temperature range.
In areas within 1km of a coastal area or corrosive
environment, the Matrix™ panels must be painted James Hardie™ external cladding products are
immediately after fixing sheets, to minimise build tested for resistance to frost in accordance with AS/
up of contamination on the heads of the fasteners, NZS 2908.2 Clause 8.2.3.
as it may lead to fastener corrosion. Also refer to
maintenance requirements and fastener section for
more information.

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