Adapt the versatile Stratco Outback Flat Roof to suit your lifestyle

The Stratco Outback Flat Roof system is extremely versatile and can be configured to cover any area around the home.

It is ideal as a single unit or can be incorporated with a gable roof, curved roof, or pergola system for extra cover.

Available as a freestanding structure or attached to the home, it can be used as a carport, verandah or patio.

With the addition of Outback Rooflite, you can supply filtered light to the underside.

The beams can span up to 8.4 metres and are available in either 120mm or 150mm sizes.

Four configurations – Giving you choice and control

There are four Stratco Outback Flat Roof configurations to choose from:

• Type 1 Has a 4.5 metre maximum span and only requires an outside beam to support the structure. However most units use perimeter beams on all sides to provide the best appearance.
• Type 2 Is the same as Type 1, but also has an overhang at the front to increase the covered area to 5.4 metres.
• Type 3 Has support beams across its span so roofing sheets can run horizontally for a different appearance.
• Type 4 Has extra support beams and a purlin through the middle to give a span of 8.4 metres.

Technical Details

Maximum Spans

Flat Outback Attached – Maximum Spans (mm)
Wind Speed	Type 1A 120 or 150 Beam	Type 2A 120 or 150 Beam	Type 3A		Type 4A
			120 Beam	150 Beam	120 Beam	150 Beam
N1 (W28)	4500	4500	7200	8400	6000	8400
N2 (W33)	4500	4500	7200	8400	6000	8400
W36N	4500	4500	7200	8400	6000	8400
N3, C1 (W41)	4500*	4500*	7200	8400	6000	8400
N4, C2 (W50)	4500*	4500*	6000*	8400	6000	8400*
W55C	2700	3000	5400	7800	6000	6600
C3 (W60)	2700†	2700	4800	4800	5400	6600

* Applies to non-cyclonic designs only.
† Height limited to 2400mm.

 

Flat Outback Freestanding – Maximum Span (mm)
Wind Speed	Type 1F 120 or 150 Beam	Type 2F 120 or 150 Beam	Type 3F		Type 4F
			120 Beam	150 Beam	120 Beam	150 Beam
N1 (W28)	4500	4500	7200	8400	6000	8400
N2 (W33)	4500	4500	7200	8400	6000	8400
W36N	4500	4500	7200	8400	6000	8400
N3, C1 (W41)	4500*	4500*	7200*	8400	6000	8400*
N4, C2 (W50)	4500*	4500*	6000*	7200*	6000	7200*
W55C	3300	3300	4800	6000	5400	6000
C3 (W60)	3000	3000	4200	5400	5100	6000

* Applies to non-cyclonic designs only.

Connection Details

Flat Attached

Flat Freestanding

Components

1. Outback Deck	7. Downpipe Strap	13. Notched Beam Filler
2. Beams	8. Downpipe Outlet	14. Beam to Beam Bracket
3. Gutter	9. Gutter Mitre	15. Post Bracket
4. Back Channel & BIP Foam	10. Gutter Stop End	16. Post Cap
5. Columns	11. Wall Bracket	17. Freestanding Column Bracket
6. Downpipe	12. Beam End Bracket

Fixing Details

For Non-Cyclonic Areas

Two 12 x 20mm self drilling screws per pan at each support and two 3.2mm sealed aluminium rivets per pan at the back channel. If decking runs parallel to the back channel, secure to channel with rivets at maximum 200mm centres. All screws require neoprene washers.

For Cyclonic Areas

Three 12 x 20mm self drilling screws per pan at each support. For deck spans less than 3600mm, two self drilling screws per pan are to be used on the fascia beam. Three 4.8mm sealed aluminium rivets per pan (or 150mm centres if sheets are parallel) are to be used on the back channel. All screws require neoprene washers.

Roof Sheeting

Outback Deck

Outback Rooflite – Polycarbonate

Structural Sections

 

120mm Beam	150mm Beam
Post | Purlin	Back Channel

Design Considerations

Gable or curved units attached between a flat unit and an existing structure

Gable or curved units which are attached between a flat unit (excluding pergolas) and an existing house, are only be considered attached if the gable or curved unit is attached to the existing house (C) for its full length (L) and the longest side of the combined unit (B) does not exceed twice the gable or curved unit length (L). The flat unit in this case can be considered attached. This style requires all coloumns to be embedded into footings.

Gable or curved units attached to a flat unit on one or both sides

Gable or curved units which are attached on one or both sides to flat units, (excluding pergolas) must be attached to a house for at least 75% of the gable or curved opening length (O) to be considered attached. Flat units must be deemed attached as detailed in the flat unit section below to allow the gable or curved unit to be considered attached.

Gable or curved units are considered attached on both sides if both the flat 1 and 2 comply with the attachment rules for flat units as detailed below. Gable or curved units are considered attached on one side if only one flat unit exists and it complies with the attachment rules for flat units as detailed below.

Flat units

A verandah, patio or carport is deemed to be freestanding unless it is attached to an existing house (C) for at least 75% of the length of its shortest side (A), and its longest side (B) does not exceed twice the length of its shortest side.

Design Options

When designing an Outback Patio, consideration should be given to both the roof sheet direction, and the orientation of any openings and overhangs involved. These are often determined by appearence and drainage requirements. Some of the normal configurations are shown below. Contact Stratco if assistance is required.

Attached to a flat unit on one side and a wall or fascia on one end.
Attached both sides to the flat unit and the wall or fascia on the opposite side.
Attached to the flat unit on both sides and the wall or fascia on one end.

Accessories

 

Outback Lights	Outback Ceiling Fan
Outback Rooflite	Infill Panels