Scaled set of drawings of the Half Length CMU in front, side and top views
Description
Description

Half-length CMU blocks, also known as half blocks, are concrete masonry units that are half the length of a standard CMU block. They can be used to create patterns, designs, and openings. Half blocks can also be used to finish rows of alternating blocks, which creates a visual interest and can help to break up the monotony of a solid wall. To install half blocks, they should be laid in the same manner as standard CMU blocks. However, it is important to stagger the joints between the half blocks and the standard blocks.

Dimensions & Sizes
Dimensions & Sizes

Half Length CMU blocks come in a variety of sizes with nominal depths of 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12”, nominal height of 8”, and nominal width of 8”. The actual dimensions of Half Length CMU blocks include depths of 3.625”-11.625” (9.2-29.5 cm), height of 7.625” (19.4 cm), and width of 7.625” (19.4 cm).

Series of illustrations of the Half Length CMU as a wall in plan and elevation
Series of illustrations of the Half Length CMU as a wall in plan and elevation
3D Model
3D Model
Details
Details

*Under Development*

Height:
7.625” | 19.4 cm
Width:
7.625” | 19.4 cm
Depth:
3.625”-11.625” | 9.2-29.5 cm
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Nominal Depths: 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12”

Nominal Height: 8”

Nominal Width: 8”

Mortar Joints: .375” | 9.5 mm

Materials:
Portland cement, stone aggregates
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Drawings include:

Half Length CMU front elevation, side, plan (various sizes)

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