Primacoustic - Impaler Mounting Clips - Broadway Mounting Options

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• Simple mounting system anyone can do!
• Perfect for all types of installations
• Easy to relocate without marring the walls
• Choice of wall, corner, and offset impalers

Broadway panels may be mounted in various methods to suit your specific application. In addition to using typical screws and adhesives Primacoustic has developed a series of impalers to provide the installer with a simple, quick and effective method of mounting Broadway acoustic panels onto walls without causing serious surface defacement.

Each impaler features a series of sharp protruding darts that penetrate the panel to secure it in place. To ensure panels do not get dislodged after installation, applying a dab of construction adhesive to the impaler during the mounting process adds another level of security and reduces opportunity for tampering. Impalers are installed using typical sheet rock anchors and screws.

Alternate installations that can be considered include direct screw down using a long screw and retaining washer. This is typically done using a standard screw and a wide faced washer to hold the panel in place. This is a good option in industrial installations where panels may find themselves in harms way or need to be secured on ceilings. Velcro is also a possible option where light duty installations are needed. Finally, for permanent installations, construction adhesive is used by applying a generous bead around the circumference and then crossing from corner to corner. Use a surface impaler to anchor the panel while the adhesive cures.

Whatever your choice, Broadway panels are sure to provide a great looking and effective installation!

Surface Mounting

Primacoustic surface mount impalers are designed to mount Broadway fiberglass acoustic panels directly onto the wall surface. This is the most popular mounting system and is ideal for studio and home-theatre. For commercial installations, adding a dab of construction adhesive on the impaler surface will add a measure of security. Best of all, unlike spray-on installations, using impalers will not cause serious wall surface defacement.

Offset Mounting

Primacoustic Offset impalers offer an effective method to increase bass absorption by introducing an air space behind the panel. This unique impaler features a U-shaped design with pivoting darts for left-hand or right-hand installations. The deep 3½” stand-off matches that of a typical 2”x4” making it easy to use in conjunction with standard building supplies. By adding the cavity, an additional octave of bass attenuation can be achieved!

Corner Mounting

For greater bass absorption, corners are the ideal target in which to place bass traps. Primacoustic Corner Impalers are easy to install with a V-shaped design equipped with pivoting darts for left-hand or right-hand wall mounting. A typical 24" x48" Broadway panel will create a 17" deep corner cavity and provide excellent bass absorption down to the trouble some 100Hz region. Stacked panels in corners produce a seamless look that is esthetically appealing and highly effective. Check out the Primacoustic corner bass trap TechNote for more information.

How Many Impalers?

Depending on the size of the Broadway panels you have selected and the degree of security you feel you need, a different number of impalers will be required. The minimum number of impalers for Broadway panels are detailed below. Impalers should be spaced so there is approximately a two inch boarder from the edge of the impaler to the edge of the panel. Make sure the impalers will clear the fabric that wraps around the back. Avoid pushing the impalers through the fabric edge.

Broadway panels are heavy enough to cause injury should they fall from a height. When mounting Broadway panels in overhead locations ensure there is sufficient impaler clips to prevent accidental dislodgement.

Panel Size:	12" x 12" Scatter Blocks	24" x 24" Control Cubes	12" x 48" Control Columns	24" x 48" Broadband
1" and 2" Thick Panels	Use 1 per	Use 3 per	Use 2 per	Use 4 per
3" Thick Panels	Use 1 per	Use 4 per	Use 3 per	Use 5 per

Mounting Process

Tools required: level, drill, screw driver, plastic wall anchors. Begin by deciding where you would like the Broadway panels to be installed. The area should then be marked with a pencil using a straight edge and a level. Following the diagrams below, mount the impalers on the wall. When mounting on standard sheet rock (gypsum board) we recommend using plastic drywall anchors. For wood, the impalers may be screwed into place using one inch wood screws. For concrete wall surfaces, options include drilling and mounting with concrete fasteners or gluing the impalers directly on the concrete surface. Please consult your local hardware store to ensure you select the appropriate adhesive for this type of installation.

1 - Level and Mark	2 - Secure Impaler
Use a straight-edge and a level to mark out pencil lines. Mark a TOP line for the panels. Mark a second SET line one inch higher. Mark points along the TOP line indicating the panel edges and gaps between panels.	According to the chart above, measure in from the edge points and down from the TOP line to mark the center locations for impaler clips. Mount the impaler clips with tips pointing up with two plastic drywall anchors or screws for each clip.

3 - Position Panel	4 - Apply Pressure
Tilt the panel so just the top edge is touching the wall. Be careful not to touch the back of the panel to the impalers yet. Line up your panel with the SET pencil line and edge marks you made in step one. Placing a level on the top of the panel will help the panel to stay straight.	Once the panel is level on the SET line bring the back in contact with all the impalers tips and apply pressure in and down. The panel will slide onto the impalers and sink down about one inch. Use the TOP pencil line to con firm placement is level. If alignment is off the panel may be nudged up to a 1/4” to make it level.