FL - Air Duct Accessories

Royal Commission - Yanbu
January 2012
SECTION 23 33 00
AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
RELATED DOCUMENTS
A.
1.2
Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
SUMMARY
A.
Section Includes:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
B.
Related Requirements:
1.
2.
3.
1.3
Backdraft and pressure relief dampers.

Barometric relief dampers.
Manual volume dampers.
Control dampers.
Fire dampers.
Ceiling radiation dampers.
Smoke dampers.
Combination fire and smoke dampers.
Corridor dampers.
Flange connectors.
Duct silencers.
Turning vanes.
Remote damper operators.
Duct-mounted access doors.
Flexible connectors.
Flexible ducts.
Duct security bars.
Duct accessory hardware.
Section 23 37 23 "HVAC Gravity Ventilators" for roof-mounted ventilator caps.

Section 28 31 11 "Digital, Addressable Fire-Alarm System" for duct-mounted fire and
smoke detectors.
Section 28 31 12 "Zoned (DC-Loop) Fire-Alarm System" for duct-mounted fire and
smoke detectors.
ACTION SUBMITTALS
A.
Product Data: For each type of product.

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For duct silencers, include pressure drop and dynamic insertion loss data.
breakout noise calculations for high transmission loss casings.
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B.
Air Duct Accessories
LEED Submittals:
1.
2.
C.
Product Data for Prerequisite IEQ 1: Documentation indicating that units comply with
ASHRAE 62.1, Section 5 - "Systems and Equipment."
Product Data for Prerequisite EA 2: Documentation indicating that duct insulation Rvalues comply with tables in ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1, Section 6 - "Heating, Ventilating,
and Air Conditioning."
Shop Drawings: For duct accessories.

attachments to other work.
1.
Include plans, elevations, sections, details and
Detail duct accessories fabrication and installation in ducts and other construction.
Include dimensions, weights, loads, and required clearances; and method of field
assembly into duct systems and other construction. Include the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
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Special fittings.
Manual volume damper installations.
Control-damper installations.
Fire-damper, smoke-damper, combination fire- and smoke-damper, ceiling, and
corridor damper installations, including sleeves; and duct-mounted access doors
and remote damper operators.
Duct security bars.
Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal, and control wiring.
INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
A.
Coordination Drawings: Reflected ceiling plans, drawn to scale, on which ceiling-mounted

access panels and access doors required for access to duct accessories are shown and
coordinated with each other, using input from Installers of the items involved.
B.
Source quality-control reports.
1.5
CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS
A.
1.6
Operation and Maintenance Data:

maintenance manuals.
For air duct accessories to include in operation and
MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

A.
Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
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Fusible Links: Furnish quantity equal to [10] <Insert number> percent of amount
installed.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1
ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION
A.
Comply with NFPA 90A, "Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems," and with
NFPA 90B, "Installation of Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Systems."
B.
Comply with SMACNA's "HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible" for
acceptable materials, material thicknesses, and duct construction methods unless otherwise
indicated. Sheet metal materials shall be free of pitting, seam marks, roller marks, stains,
discolorations, and other imperfections.
2.2
MATERIALS
A.
Galvanized Sheet Steel: Comply with ASTM A 653/A 653M.

1.
2.
Galvanized Coating Designation: [Z180] [Z275].

Exposed-Surface Finish: Mill phosphatized.
B.
Stainless-Steel Sheets: Comply with ASTM A 480/A 480M, Type 304, and having a [No. 2]
<Insert finish designation> finish for concealed ducts and <Insert finish designation> finish
for exposed ducts.
C.
Aluminum Sheets: Comply with ASTM B 209M, Alloy 3003, Temper H14; with mill finish for
concealed ducts and standard, 1-side bright finish for exposed ducts.
D.
Extruded Aluminum: Comply with ASTM B 221M, Alloy 6063, Temper T6.
E.
Reinforcement Shapes and Plates: Galvanized-steel reinforcement where installed on

galvanized sheet metal ducts; compatible materials for aluminum and stainless-steel ducts.
F.
Tie Rods: Galvanized steel, 6-mm minimum diameter for lengths 900 mm or less; 10-mm
minimum diameter for lengths longer than 900 mm.
2.3
BACKDRAFT AND PRESSURE RELIEF DAMPERS

A.
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, [provide products by the following]

[provide products by one of the following] [available manufacturers offering products that may
be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following]:
B.
Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide [product

indicated on Drawings] <Insert manufacturer's name; product name or designation> or
comparable product by one of the following:
1.
<Insert manufacturer's name>.
C.
Description: Gravity balanced.
D.
Maximum Air Velocity: [5.1 m/s] [6.4 m/s] [10 m/s] [15 m/s] <Insert value>.
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Maximum System Pressure: [0.25 kPa] [0.5 kPa] [0.8 kPa] [1.5 kPa] <Insert value>.
F.
Frame: Hat-shaped, [1.3-mm- thick, galvanized sheet steel] [2.4-mm- thick, galvanized sheet
steel] [1.6-mm- thick extruded aluminum] [0.8-mm- thick stainless steel] [1.3-mm- thick
stainless steel], with welded corners or mechanically attached[ and mounting flange].
G.
Blades: Multiple single-piece blades, [center pivoted,] [off-center pivoted,] [end pivoted,]
maximum 150-mm width, [0.6-mm- thick, roll-formed aluminum] [1.2-mm- thick aluminum
sheet] [noncombustible, tear-resistant, neoprene-coated fiberglass] with sealed edges.
H.
Blade Action: Parallel.
I.
Blade Seals: [Felt] [Vinyl foam] [Extruded vinyl, mechanically locked] [Neoprene,
mechanically locked].
J.
Blade Axles:
1.
2.
Material: [Nonferrous metal] [Galvanized steel] [Plated steel] [Stainless steel]

[Nonmetallic] [Aluminum].
Diameter: [5 mm] <Insert value>.
K.
Tie Bars and Brackets: [Aluminum] [Galvanized steel].
L.
Return Spring: Adjustable tension.
M.
Bearings: [Steel ball] [or] [synthetic pivot bushings].
N.
Accessories:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Adjustment device to permit setting for varying differential static pressure.

Counterweights and spring-assist kits for vertical airflow installations.
Electric actuators.
Chain pulls.
Screen Mounting: Front mounted in sleeve.
a.
b.
6.
7.
8.
9.
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Sleeve Thickness: 1.0 mm minimum.

Sleeve Length: 152 mm minimum.
Screen Mounting: Rear mounted.

Screen Material: [Galvanized steel] [Aluminum].
Screen Type: [Bird] [Insect].
90-degree stops.
BAROMETRIC RELIEF DAMPERS

A.

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1.
C.
Suitable for horizontal or vertical mounting.
D.
Maximum Air Velocity: [5.1 m/s] [16.4 m/s] [10 m/s] [13 m/s] <Insert value>.
E.
Maximum System Pressure: [0.5 kPa] [0.8 kPa] [1.5 kPa] [2.5 kPa] <Insert value>.
F.
Frame: Hat-shaped, [1.3-mm- thick, galvanized sheet steel] [2.4-mm- thick, galvanized sheet
steel] [1.6-mm- thick extruded aluminum] [0.8-mm- thick stainless steel] [1.3-mm- thick
stainless steel], with welded corners or mechanically attached[ and mounting flange].
G.
Blades:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Multiple, [0.6-mm- thick, roll-formed aluminum] [1.2-mm- thick aluminum sheet].

Maximum Width: 150 mm.
Action: Parallel.
Balance: Gravity.
[Eccentrically pivoted] [Off-center pivoted] [End pivoted].
H.
Blade Seals: [Vinyl] [Neoprene].
I.
Blade Axles:
[Nonmetallic].
J.
Tie Bars and Brackets:

1.
2.
[Galvanized steel] [Nonferrous metal] [Plated steel] [Stainless steel]
Material: [Aluminum] [Galvanized steel].

Rattle free with 90-degree stop.
K.
Return Spring: Adjustable tension.
L.
Bearings: [Synthetic] [Stainless steel] [Bronze].
M.
Accessories:
1.
2.
3.
2.5
Flange on intake.
Adjustment device to permit setting for varying differential static pressures.
<Insert accessories>.
MANUAL VOLUME DAMPERS

A.
Standard, Steel, Manual Volume Dampers:

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Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, [provide products by the

following] [provide products by one of the following] [available manufacturers
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2.
offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not
limited to, the following]:
indicated on Drawings] <Insert manufacturer's name; product name or
designation> or comparable product by one of the following:
a.
3.
4.
5.
b.
c.
b.
B.
Multiple or single blade.

Parallel- or opposed-blade design.
Stiffen damper blades for stability.
[Galvanized] [Stainless]-steel, 1.62 mm thick.
Blade Axles: [Galvanized steel] [Stainless steel] [Nonferrous metal].

Bearings:
a.
9.
Frame: Hat-shaped, [2.4-mm- thick, galvanized sheet steel] [1.3-mm- thick

stainless steel].
Mitered and welded corners.
Flanges for attaching to walls and flangeless frames for installing in ducts.
Blades:
a.
b.
c.
d.
7.
8.
Standard leakage rating[, with linkage outside airstream].

Suitable for horizontal or vertical applications.
Frames:
a.
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[Oil-impregnated bronze] [Molded synthetic] [Oil-impregnated stainless-steel

sleeve] [Stainless-steel sleeve].
Dampers in ducts with pressure classes of 750 Pa or less shall have axles full
length of damper blades and bearings at both ends of operating shaft.
Tie Bars and Brackets: Galvanized steel.
Standard, Aluminum, Manual Volume Dampers:

1.
2.

a.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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Standard leakage rating[, with linkage outside airstream].

Frames: Hat-shaped, 2.5-mm- thick, aluminum sheet channels; frames with flanges for
attaching to walls and flangeless frames for installing in ducts.
Blades:
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a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
7.
8.
C.

Roll-Formed Aluminum Blades: 2.5-mm- thick aluminum sheet.
Extruded-Aluminum Blades: 1.2-mm- thick extruded aluminum.

Bearings:
a.
b.
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[Oil-impregnated bronze] [Molded synthetic] [Stainless-steel sleeve].

Tie Bars and Brackets: Aluminum.
Low-Leakage, Steel, Manual Volume Dampers:

1.
2.

a.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Comply with AMCA 500-D testing for damper rating.

Low-leakage rating[, with linkage outside airstream,] and bearing AMCA's Certified
Ratings Seal for both air performance and air leakage.
Frames:
a.
b.
c.
d.
7.

[Galvanized] [Stainless], roll-formed steel, 1.62 mm thick.

Bearings:
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[Hat] [U] [Angle] shaped.

[2.4-mm- thick, galvanized sheet steel] [1.3-mm- thick stainless steel].
Mitered and welded corners.
Flanges for attaching to walls and flangeless frames for installing in ducts.
Blades:
a.
b.
c.
d.
8.
9.

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10.
11.
12.
13.
Blade Seals: [Felt] [Vinyl] [Neoprene].

Jamb Seals: Cambered [stainless steel] [aluminum].
Tie Bars and Brackets: [Galvanized steel] [Aluminum].
Accessories:
a.
D.
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Include locking device to hold single-blade dampers in a fixed position without

vibration.
Low-Leakage, Aluminum, Manual Volume Dampers:

1.
2.

a.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Comply with AMCA 500-D testing for damper rating.

Low-leakage rating[, with linkage outside airstream,] and bearing AMCA's Certified
Ratings Seal for both air performance and air leakage.
Frames: [Hat] [U] [Angle]-shaped, 2.5-mm- thick, aluminum sheet channels; frames
with flanges for attaching to walls and flangeless frames for installing in ducts.
Blades:
a.
b.
c.
d.
8.
9.
b.

Blade Seals: [Felt] [Vinyl] [Neoprene].

Jamb Seals: Cambered [stainless steel] [aluminum].
Tie Bars and Brackets: [Galvanized steel] [Aluminum].
Accessories:
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Roll-Formed Aluminum Blades: 2.5-mm- thick aluminum sheet.
Extruded-Aluminum Blades: 1.2-mm- thick extruded aluminum.

Bearings:
a.
10.
11.
12.
13.
Include locking device to hold single-blade dampers in a fixed position without

vibration.
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Jackshaft:
1.
2.
3.
F.
Size: [13-mm] [25-mm] diameter.

Material: Galvanized-steel pipe rotating within pipe-bearing assembly mounted on
supports at each mullion and at each end of multiple-damper assemblies.
Length and Number of Mountings: As required to connect linkage of each damper in
multiple-damper assembly.
Damper Hardware:
1.
2.
3.
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Zinc-plated, die-cast core with dial and handle made of 2.4-mm- thick zinc-plated steel,
and a 19-mm hexagon locking nut.
Include center hole to suit damper operating-rod size.
Include elevated platform for insulated duct mounting.
CONTROL DAMPERS
A.

B.

1.
C.
Low-leakage rating[, with linkage outside airstream,] and bearing AMCA's Certified Ratings
Seal for both air performance and air leakage.
D.
Frames:
1.
2.
3.
E.
Blades:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
F.
Multiple blade with maximum blade width of [152 mm] [200 mm].
[Parallel] [Parallel- and opposed] [Opposed]-blade design.
[Galvanized-steel] [Stainless steel] [Aluminum].
[1.62 mm thick single skin] [or] [1.9-mm- thick dual skin].
Blade Edging: [Closed-cell neoprene] [PVC].
Blade Edging: Inflatable seal blade edging, or replaceable rubber seals.
Blade Axles: 13-mm- diameter; [galvanized steel] [stainless steel] [nonferrous metal]; bladelinkage hardware of zinc-plated steel and brass; ends sealed against blade bearings.
1.
G.
[Hat] [U] [Angle] shaped.

[2.4-mm- thick, galvanized sheet steel] [1.3-mm- thick stainless steel].
[Mitered and welded] [Interlocking, gusseted] corners.
Operating Temperature Range: From minus 40 to plus 93 deg C.
Bearings:
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2.
3.
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Dampers in ducts with pressure classes of 750 Pa or less shall have axles full length of
damper blades and bearings at both ends of operating shaft.
Thrust bearings at each end of every blade.
FIRE DAMPERS
A.

B.

1.
C.
Type: [Static] [Dynamic] [Static and dynamic]; rated and labeled according to UL 555 by an
NRTL.
D.
Closing rating in ducts up to [1-kPa] <Insert value> static pressure class and minimum [10m/s] <Insert value> velocity.
E.
Fire Rating: [1-1/2] [and] [3] hours.
F.
Frame: [Curtain type with blades inside airstream] [Curtain type with blades outside airstream]
[Multiple-blade type] [Curtain type with blades outside airstream except when located behind
grille where blades may be inside airstream]; fabricated with roll-formed, 0.85-mm- thick
galvanized steel; with mitered and interlocking corners.
G.
Mounting Sleeve: Factory- or field-installed, galvanized sheet steel.

1.
2.
Minimum Thickness: [1.3 mm] [3.5 mm] [or] [9.9 mm] thick, as indicated, and of
length to suit application.
Exception: Omit sleeve where damper-frame width permits direct attachment of
perimeter mounting angles on each side of wall or floor; thickness of damper frame must
comply with sleeve requirements.
H.
Mounting Orientation: Vertical or horizontal as indicated.
I.
Blades: Roll-formed, interlocking, [0.61-mm] [0.85-mm-] thick, galvanized sheet steel. In

place of interlocking blades, use full-length, 0.85-mm- thick, galvanized-steel blade connectors.
J.
Horizontal Dampers: Include blade lock and stainless-steel closure spring.
K.
Heat-Responsive Device: Replaceable, [74 deg C] [100 deg C] <Insert temperature> rated,
fusible links.
L.
Heat-Responsive Device: [Electric] [Pneumatic], [resettable] [replaceable] link and switch

package, factory installed, [74 deg C] [and] [100 deg C] <Insert temperature> rated.
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CEILING RADIATION DAMPERS

A.

B.

1.
C.
General Requirements:
1.
2.
Labeled according to UL 555C by an NRTL.

Comply with construction details for tested floor- and roof-ceiling assemblies as
indicated in UL's "Fire Resistance Directory."
D.
Frame: Galvanized sheet steel, round or rectangular, style to suit ceiling construction.
E.
Blades: Galvanized sheet steel with refractory insulation.
F.
Heat-Responsive Device: Replaceable, [74 deg C] [100 deg C] <Insert temperature> rated,
fusible links.
G.
Fire Rating: [1] [2] [3] <Insert number> hours.
2.9
SMOKE DAMPERS
A.

B.

1.
C.
General Requirements: Label according to UL 555S by an NRTL.
D.
Smoke Detector: Integral, factory wired for single-point connection.
E.
Frame: Hat-shaped, 2.4-mm- thick, galvanized sheet steel, with [welded] [interlocking,
gusseted] [or] [mechanically attached] corners[ and mounting flange].
F.
Blades: Roll-formed, horizontal, [interlocking] [overlapping], [0.85-mm-] [1.6-mm] thick,

galvanized sheet steel.
G.
Leakage: [Class I] [Class II] <Insert class>.
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H.
Rated pressure and velocity to exceed design airflow conditions.
I.
Mounting Sleeve: Factory-installed, [1.0-mm-] [1.3-mm-] thick, galvanized sheet steel; length
to suit wall or floor application[ with factory-furnished silicone calking].
J.
Damper Motors: [Modulating] [or] [two-position] action.
K.
Comply with NEMA designation, temperature rating, service factor, enclosure type, and
efficiency requirements for motors specified in Section 23 05 13 "Common Motor
Requirements for HVAC Equipment."
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
L.
Accessories:
1.
2.
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Motor Sizes: Minimum size as indicated. If not indicated, large enough so driven load
will not require motor to operate in service factor range above 1.0.
Controllers, Electrical Devices, and Wiring: Comply with requirements for electrical
devices and connections specified in [Section 23 09 00 "Instrumentation and Control
for HVAC."] Section <Insert Section number> "<Insert Section title>."
Permanent-Split-Capacitor or Shaded-Pole Motors: With oil-immersed and sealed gear
trains.
Spring-Return Motors: Equip with an integral spiral-spring mechanism where indicated.
Enclose entire spring mechanism in a removable housing designed for service or
adjustments. Size for running torque rating of 17 N x m and breakaway torque rating of
17 N x m.
Outdoor Motors and Motors in Outdoor-Air Intakes: Equip with O-ring gaskets designed
to make motors weatherproof. Equip motors with internal heaters to permit normal
operation at minus 40 deg C.
Nonspring-Return Motors: For dampers larger than 2.3 sq. m, size motor for running
torque rating of 17 N x m and breakaway torque rating of 34 N x m.
Electrical Connection: [115 V, single phase, 60 Hz] <Insert values>.
Auxiliary switches for [signaling] [fan control] [or] [position indication].

[Momentary test switch] [Test and reset switches], [damper] [remote] mounted.
COMBINATION FIRE AND SMOKE DAMPERS
A.

B.

1.
C.
Type: Dynamic; rated and labeled according to UL 555 and UL 555S by an NRTL.
D.
Closing rating in ducts up to [1-kPa] <Insert value> static pressure class and minimum [10m/s] <Insert value> velocity.
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E.
Fire Rating: [1-1/2] [and] [3] hours.
F.
G.
Heat-Responsive Device: [Resettable] [Replaceable], [74 deg C] [100 deg C] rated, [fusible
links] [fire-closure device].
H.
Heat-Responsive Device: [Electric] [Pneumatic] resettable [link] [device] and switch

package, factory installed, rated.
I.
Smoke Detector: Integral, factory wired for single-point connection.
J.
Blades: Roll-formed, horizontal, [interlocking] [overlapping], [1.6-mm-] [0.85-mm-] thick,

galvanized sheet steel.
K.
Leakage: [Class I] [Class II] <Insert class>.
L.
Rated pressure and velocity to exceed design airflow conditions.
M.
to suit wall or floor application[ with factory-furnished silicone calking].
N.
Master control panel for use in dynamic smoke-management systems.
O.
P.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Q.
trains.
17 N x m.
Electrical Connection: 115 V, single phase, 60 Hz.
Accessories:
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2.
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Auxiliary switches for [signaling] [fan control] [or] [position indication].

[Momentary test switch] [Test and reset switches], [damper] [remote] mounted.
CORRIDOR DAMPERS
A.

B.

1.
C.
General Requirements: Label combination fire and smoke dampers according to UL 555 for 1hour or 1-1/2-hour rating by an NRTL.
D.
Heat-Responsive Device: Replaceable, [74 deg C] [100 deg C] rated, fusible links.
E.
Heat-Responsive Device: [Electric] [Pneumatic] resettable [link] [device] and switch

package, factory installed, rated.
F.
G.
Blades: Roll-formed, horizontal, [interlocking] [overlapping], 0.85-mm- thick, galvanized

sheet steel.
H.
to suit wall or floor application.
I.
J.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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trains.
17 N x m.
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6.
7.
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Electrical Connection: 115 V, single phase, 60 Hz.
FLANGE CONNECTORS
A.

B.

1.
C.
Description: [Add-on] [or] [roll-formed], factory-fabricated, slide-on transverse flange

connectors, gaskets, and components.
D.
Material: Galvanized steel.
E.
Gage and Shape: Match connecting ductwork.
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DUCT SILENCERS
A.

B.

1.
C.
General Requirements:
1.
2.
3.
D.
Factory fabricated.
Fire-Performance Characteristics: Adhesives, sealants, packing materials, and accessory
materials shall have flame-spread index not exceeding 25 and smoke-developed index not
exceeding 50 when tested according to ASTM E 84.
Airstream Surfaces: Surfaces in contact with the airstream shall comply with
requirements in ASHRAE 62.1.
Shape:
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3.
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Round straight with center bodies or pods.

Rectangular elbow with splitters or baffles.
Round elbow with center bodies or pods.
Rectangular transitional with splitters or baffles.
E.
Rectangular Silencer Outer Casing: ASTM A 653/A 653M, [Z275] [Z180], galvanized sheet
steel, [0.85 mm] [1.02 mm] thick.
F.
Round Silencer Outer Casing: ASTM A 653/A 653M, [Z275] [Z180], galvanized sheet steel.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Sheet Metal Thickness for Units up to 600 mm in Diameter: 0.85 mm thick.

Sheet Metal Thickness for Units 660 through 1000 mm in Diameter: 1.02 mm thick.
G.
Inner Casing and Baffles: ASTM A 653/A 653M, [Z275] [Z180] galvanized sheet metal, 0.85
mm thick, and with 3-mm- diameter perforations.
H.
Special Construction:
1.
2.
Suitable for outdoor use.

High transmission loss[ to achieve STC 45].
I.
Connection Sizes: Match connecting ductwork unless otherwise indicated.
J.
Principal Sound-Absorbing Mechanism:

1.
2.
Controlled impedance membranes and broadly tuned resonators without absorptive

media.
[Dissipative] [Film-lined] type with fill material.
a.
b.
3.
K.
Lining: [None] [Mylar] [Tedlar] [Fiberglas cloth] <Insert material>.
Fabricate silencers to form rigid units that will not pulsate, vibrate, rattle, or otherwise react to
system pressure variations. Do not use mechanical fasteners for unit assemblies.
1.
2.
3.
L.
Fill Material: [Inert and vermin-proof fibrous material, packed under not less
than 5 percent compression] [Inert and vermin-proof fibrous material,
packed under not less than 15 percent compression] [Moisture-proof
nonfibrous material].
Erosion Barrier: Polymer bag enclosing fill, and heat sealed before assembly.
Joints: [Lock formed and sealed] [continuously welded] [or] [flanged connections].
Suspended Units: Factory-installed suspension hooks or lugs attached to frame in
quantities and spaced to prevent deflection or distortion.
Reinforcement: Cross or trapeze angles for rigid suspension.
Accessories:
1.
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Integral [1-1/2] [3]-hour fire damper with access door.[ Access door to be high
transmission loss to match silencer.]
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2.
3.
4.
M.
Factory-installed end caps to prevent contamination during shipping.

Removable splitters.
Airflow measuring devices.
Source Quality Control: Test according to ASTM E 477.

1.
2.
3.
N.
Testing [of mockups ]to be witnessed by Royal Commission.

Record acoustic ratings, including dynamic insertion loss and generated-noise power
levels with an airflow of at least 10-m/s face velocity.
Leak Test: Test units for airtightness at 200 percent of associated fan static pressure or
1500-Pa static pressure, whichever is greater.
Capacities and Characteristics:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Configuration: [Straight] [90-degree elbow] <Insert configuration>.

Shape: [Rectangular] [Round].
Attenuation Mechanism: [Acoustical glass fiber] [Acoustical glass fiber with
protective film liner] [Helmholtz resonator mechanism with no internal media].
Maximum Pressure Drop: [0.09 kPa] <Insert value>.
Casing:
a.
b.
c.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
Attenuation: [Standard] [High transmission loss].

Outer Material: [Galvanized steel] [Stainless steel] [Aluminum].
Inner Material: [Galvanized steel] [Stainless steel] [Aluminum].
Velocity Range: <Insert L/s> to <Insert L/s>.

End Connection: [25-mm slip joint] [Flange].
Length: <Insert mm>.
Face Dimension:
a.
b.
Width: <Insert mm>.

Height: <Insert mm>.
Face Velocity: <Insert m/s>.

Dynamic Insertion Loss: <Insert dBA>.
Generated Noise: <Insert dBA>.
Accessories:
a.
b.
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Access door.
Birdscreen.
TURNING VANES
A.

B.

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C.
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Manufactured Turning Vanes for Metal Ducts: Curved blades of galvanized sheet steel; support
with bars perpendicular to blades set; set into vane runners suitable for duct mounting.
1.
Acoustic Turning Vanes: Fabricate airfoil-shaped aluminum extrusions with perforated

faces and fibrous-glass fill.
D.
Manufactured Turning Vanes for Nonmetal Ducts: Fabricate curved blades of resin-bonded
fiberglass with acrylic polymer coating; support with bars perpendicular to blades set; set into
vane runners suitable for duct mounting.
E.
General Requirements: Comply with SMACNA's "HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal
and Flexible"; Figures 4-3, "Vanes and Vane Runners," and 4-4, "Vane Support in Elbows."
F.
Vane Construction: [Single] [Double] wall.
G.
Vane Construction: Single wall for ducts up to [1200 mm] <Insert dimension> wide and
double wall for larger dimensions.
2.15
REMOTE DAMPER OPERATORS
A.

B.

1.
C.
Description: Cable system designed for remote manual damper adjustment.
D.
Tubing: [Brass] [Copper] [Aluminum].
E.
Cable: [Stainless steel] [Steel].
F.
Wall-Box Mounting: [Recessed] [Surface].
G.
Wall-Box Cover-Plate Material: [Steel] [Stainless steel].
2.16
A.
DUCT-MOUNTED ACCESS DOORS

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B.

1.
C.
Duct-Mounted Access Doors: Fabricate access panels according to SMACNA's "HVAC Duct
Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible"; Figures 7-2M, "Duct Access Doors and Panels,"
and 7-3, "Access Doors - Round Duct."
1.
Door:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
2.
3.
c.
d.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
A.
Access Doors Less Than 300 mm Square: No hinges and two sash locks.
Access Doors up to [460 mm] Square: [Two hinges] [Continuous] and two sash
locks.
Access Doors up to 600 by 1200 mm: [Three hinges] [Continuous] and two
compression latches[ with outside and inside handles].
Access Doors Larger Than 600 by 1200 mm: [Four hinges] [Continuous] and
two compression latches with outside and inside handles.
Pressure Relief Access Door:

1.
2.
2.17
Double wall, rectangular.

Galvanized sheet metal with insulation fill and thickness as indicated for duct
pressure class.
Vision panel.
Hinges and Latches: 25-by-25-mmbutt or piano hinge and cam latches.
Fabricate doors airtight and suitable for duct pressure class.
Frame: Galvanized sheet steel, with bend-over tabs and foam gaskets.
Number of Hinges and Locks:
a.
b.
D.
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Door and Frame Material: Galvanized sheet steel.

Door: [Single wall] [Double wall with insulation fill] with metal thickness applicable
for duct pressure class.
Operation: Open outward for positive-pressure ducts and inward for negative-pressure
ducts.
Factory set at [800 to 2000 Pa] [2500 Pa] <Insert value>.
Doors close when pressures are within set-point range.
Hinge: Continuous piano.
Latches: Cam.
Seal: Neoprene or foam rubber.
Insulation Fill: 25-mm- thick, fibrous-glass or polystyrene-foam board.
DUCT ACCESS PANEL ASSEMBLIES

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1.
C.
Labeled according to UL 1978 by an NRTL.
D.
Panel and Frame: Minimum thickness [1.3-mm carbon] [1.1-mm stainless] steel.
E.
Fasteners: [Carbon] [Stainless] steel. Panel fasteners shall not penetrate duct wall.
F.
Gasket: Comply with NFPA 96; grease-tight, high-temperature ceramic fiber, rated for
minimum 1093 deg C.
G.
Minimum Pressure Rating: 2500 Pa, positive or negative.
2.18
FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS
A.

B.

1.
C.
Materials: Flame-retardant or noncombustible fabrics.
D.
Coatings and Adhesives: Comply with UL 181, Class 1.
E.
Metal-Edged Connectors: Factory fabricated with a fabric strip [89 mm] [146 mm] wide
attached to two strips of 70-mm- wide, 0.7-mm- thick, galvanized sheet steel or 0.8-mm- thick
aluminum sheets. Provide metal compatible with connected ducts.
F.
Indoor System, Flexible Connector Fabric: Glass fabric double coated with neoprene.
1.
2.
3.
G.
Outdoor System, Flexible Connector Fabric: Glass fabric double coated with weatherproof,
synthetic rubber resistant to UV rays and ozone.
1.
2.
3.
H.
Minimum Weight: 880 g/sq. m.

Tensile Strength: 84 N/mm in the warp and 63 N/mm in the filling.
Service Temperature: Minus 40 to plus 93 deg C.

High-Temperature System, Flexible Connectors: Glass fabric coated with silicone rubber.
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1.
2.
3.
I.
J.
Glass fabric with chemical-

Thrust Limits: Combination coil spring and elastomeric insert with spring and insert in
compression, and with a load stop. Include rod and angle-iron brackets for attaching to fan
discharge and duct.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
2.19

High-Corrosive-Environment System, Flexible Connectors:

resistant coating.
1.
2.
3.
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Frame: Steel, fabricated for connection to threaded rods and to allow for a maximum of
30 degrees of angular rod misalignment without binding or reducing isolation efficiency.
Outdoor Spring Diameter: Not less than 80 percent of the compressed height of the
spring at rated load.
Minimum Additional Travel: 50 percent of the required deflection at rated load.
Lateral Stiffness: More than 80 percent of rated vertical stiffness.
Overload Capacity: Support 200 percent of rated load, fully compressed, without
deformation or failure.
Elastomeric Element: Molded, oil-resistant rubber or neoprene.
Coil Spring: Factory set and field adjustable for a maximum of 6-mm movement at start
and stop.
FLEXIBLE DUCTS
A.

B.

1.
C.
Noninsulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 1, 2-ply vinyl film supported by helically wound,
spring-steel wire.
1.
2.
3.
D.
Pressure Rating: 2500 Pa positive and 250 Pa negative.

Maximum Air Velocity: 20 m/s.
Temperature Range: Minus 23 to plus 71 deg C.
Noninsulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 1, black polymer film supported by helically
wound, spring-steel wire.
1.
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2.
3.
E.

Insulation R-Value: [Comply with ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1] <Insert value>.
Insulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 1, multiple layers of aluminum laminate supported by
helically wound, spring-steel wire; fibrous-glass insulation; [polyethylene] [aluminized] vaporbarrier film.
1.
2.
3.
4.
K.

Insulation R-value: [Comply with ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1] <Insert value>.
Insulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 1, black polymer film supported by helically wound,
spring-steel wire; fibrous-glass insulation; [polyethylene] [aluminized] vapor-barrier film.
1.
2.
3.
4.
J.
Pressure Rating: 2280 Pa positive or negative.

Insulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 1, 2-ply vinyl film supported by helically wound,
spring-steel wire; fibrous-glass insulation; [polyethylene] [aluminized] vapor-barrier film.
1.
2.
3.
4.
I.

Noninsulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 0, interlocking spiral of aluminum foil.

1.
2.
3.
H.

Noninsulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 1, aluminum laminate and polyester film with latex
adhesive supported by helically wound, spring-steel wire.
1.
2.
3.
G.

Noninsulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 1, multiple layers of aluminum laminate supported
by helically wound, spring-steel wire.
1.
2.
3.
F.
January 2012

Insulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 1, aluminum laminate and polyester film with latex
adhesive supported by helically wound, spring-steel wire; fibrous-glass insulation;
[polyethylene] [aluminized] vapor-barrier film.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
L.
Pressure Rating: 2280 Pa positive or negative.

Flexible Duct Connectors:

1.
2.
2.20

Insulated, Flexible Duct: UL 181, Class 0, interlocking spiral of aluminum foil; fibrous-glass
insulation; [polyethylene] [aluminized] vapor-barrier film.
1.
2.
3.
4.
M.
January 2012
Clamps: [Stainless-steel band with cadmium-plated hex screw to tighten band with
a worm-gear action] [Nylon strap] in sizes 75 through 460 mm, to suit duct size.
Non-Clamp Connectors: [Adhesive] [Liquid adhesive plus tape] [Adhesive plus sheet
metal screws].
DUCT SECURITY BARS
A.

B.

1.
C.
Description: [Field-fabricated] [Factory-fabricated and field-installed] [Field- or factoryfabricated and field-installed] duct security bars.
D.
Configuration:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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Frame: [51 by 6 mm flat frame] [64 by 64 by 6 mm angle] <Insert values>.

Sleeve: [0.1345-inch 3.4-mm] [4.8-mm] <Insert size>, [continuously welded] [bent]
steel frames with [25-by-25-by-4.8-mm] [38-by-38-by-3.2-mm] <Insert size> angle
frame [factory welded to 1 end] [furnished loose for field welding on other end]. To
be poured in place or set with concrete block or welded or bolted to wall, one side only.
Duct connections on both sides.
Horizontal Bars: [13 mm] [50 by 6 mm] <Insert values>.
Vertical Bars: [13 mm] [19 mm] [25 mm] [51 by 6 mm] <Insert value>.
Bar Spacing: [150 mm] <Insert value>.
Mounting: [Metal deck or roofing] [Bolted or welded] [Bolted or welded with
masonry anchors] [Ductwork or other framing] [Poured in place or set with
concrete block] [Welded or bolted to one wall (one side only] [Bar extends 150 mm
into wall].
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January 2012
DUCT ACCESSORY HARDWARE
A.
Instrument Test Holes: Cast iron or cast aluminum to suit duct material, including screw cap
and gasket. Size to allow insertion of pitot tube and other testing instruments and of length to
suit duct-insulation thickness.
B.
Adhesives: High strength, quick setting, neoprene based, waterproof, and resistant to gasoline
and grease.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
A.
Install duct accessories according to applicable details in SMACNA's "HVAC Duct

Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible" for metal ducts and in NAIMA AH116, "Fibrous
Glass Duct Construction Standards," for fibrous-glass ducts.
B.
Install duct accessories of materials suited to duct materials; use galvanized-steel accessories in
galvanized-steel and fibrous-glass ducts, stainless-steel accessories in stainless-steel ducts, and
aluminum accessories in aluminum ducts.
C.
Install [backdraft] [control] dampers at inlet of exhaust fans or exhaust ducts as close as
possible to exhaust fan unless otherwise indicated.
D.
Install volume dampers at points on supply, return, and exhaust systems where branches extend
from larger ducts. Where dampers are installed in ducts having duct liner, install dampers with
hat channels of same depth as liner, and terminate liner with nosing at hat channel.
1.
2.
Install steel volume dampers in steel ducts.

Install aluminum volume dampers in aluminum ducts.
E.
Set dampers to fully open position before testing, adjusting, and balancing.
F.
Install test holes at fan inlets and outlets and elsewhere as indicated.
G.
Install fire[ and smoke] dampers according to UL listing.
H.
Install duct security bars. Construct duct security bars from 4.18-mmsteel sleeve, continuously
welded at all joints and 13-mm- diameter steel bars, 150 mm o.c. in each direction in center of
sleeve. Weld each bar to steel sleeve and each crossing bar. Weld 63-by-63-by-6-mm steel
angle to 4 sides and both ends of sleeve. Connect duct security bars to ducts with flexible
connections. Provide 300-by-300-mm hinged access panel with cam lock in duct in each side of
sleeve.
I.
Connect ducts to duct silencers [with flexible duct connectors] [rigidly].
J.
Install duct access doors on sides of ducts to allow for inspecting, adjusting, and maintaining
accessories and equipment at the following locations:
1.
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On both sides of duct coils.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Upstream[ and downstream] from duct filters.

At outdoor-air intakes and mixed-air plenums.
At drain pans and seals.
Downstream from manual volume dampers, control dampers, backdraft dampers, and
equipment.
Adjacent to and close enough to fire or smoke dampers, to reset or reinstall fusible links.
Access doors for access to fire or smoke dampers having fusible links shall be pressure
relief access doors and shall be outward operation for access doors installed upstream
from dampers and inward operation for access doors installed downstream from dampers.
At each change in direction and at maximum 15-m spacing.
Upstream[ and downstream] from turning vanes.
Upstream or downstream from duct silencers.
Control devices requiring inspection.
Elsewhere as indicated.
K.
Install access doors with swing against duct static pressure.
L.
Access Door Sizes:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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One-Hand or Inspection Access: 200 by 125 mm.

Two-Hand Access: 300 by 150 mm.
Head and Hand Access: 460 by 250 mm.
Head and Shoulders Access: 530 by 355 mm.
Body Access: 635 by 355 mm.
Body plus Ladder Access: 635 by 430 mm.
M.
Label access doors according to Section 23 05 53 "Identification for HVAC Piping and
Equipment" to indicate the purpose of access door.
N.
Install flexible connectors to connect ducts to equipment.
O.
For fans developing static pressures of 1250 Pa and more, cover flexible connectors with loaded
vinyl sheet held in place with metal straps.
P.
Connect terminal units to supply ducts[ directly or] with maximum [300-mm] <Insert value>
lengths of flexible duct. Do not use flexible ducts to change directions.
Q.
Connect diffusers or light troffer boots to ducts[ directly or] with maximum [1500-mm]
<Insert value> lengths of flexible duct clamped or strapped in place.
R.
Connect flexible ducts to metal ducts with [adhesive] [liquid adhesive plus tape] [draw bands]
[adhesive plus sheet metal screws].
S.
Install duct test holes where required for testing and balancing purposes.
T.
Install thrust limits at centerline of thrust, symmetrical on both sides of equipment. Attach
thrust limits at centerline of thrust and adjust to a maximum of 6-mm movement during start
and stop of fans.
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FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A.
Tests and Inspections:

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Operate dampers to verify full range of movement.

Inspect locations of access doors and verify that purpose of access door can be
performed.
Operate fire, smoke, and combination fire and smoke dampers to verify full range of
movement and verify that proper heat-response device is installed.
Inspect turning vanes for proper and secure installation.
Operate remote damper operators to verify full range of movement of operator and
damper.
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Backdraft and pressure relief dampers.

Section 23 37 23 "HVAC Gravity Ventilators" for roof-mounted ventilator caps.

Product Data: For each type of product.

Air Duct Accessories

Shop Drawings: For duct accessories.

Include plans, elevations, sections, details and

Coordination Drawings: Reflected ceiling plans, drawn to scale, on which ceiling-mounted

Source quality-control reports.

Operation and Maintenance Data:

For air duct accessories to include in operation and

MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

Air Duct Accessories

Galvanized Sheet Steel: Comply with ASTM A 653/A 653M.

Galvanized Coating Designation: [Z180] [Z275].

Reinforcement Shapes and Plates: Galvanized-steel reinforcement where installed on

BACKDRAFT AND PRESSURE RELIEF DAMPERS

Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, [provide products by the following]

Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide [product

<Insert manufacturer's name>.

Description: Gravity balanced.

Air Duct Accessories

Blade Action: Parallel.

Material: [Nonferrous metal] [Galvanized steel] [Plated steel] [Stainless steel]

Tie Bars and Brackets: [Aluminum] [Galvanized steel].

Return Spring: Adjustable tension.

Bearings: [Steel ball] [or] [synthetic pivot bushings].

Adjustment device to permit setting for varying differential static pressure.

Sleeve Thickness: 1.0 mm minimum.

Screen Mounting: Rear mounted.

BAROMETRIC RELIEF DAMPERS

Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, [provide products by the following]

Air Duct Accessories

Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide [product

<Insert manufacturer's name>.

Suitable for horizontal or vertical mounting.

Multiple, [0.6-mm- thick, roll-formed aluminum] [1.2-mm- thick aluminum sheet].

Blade Seals: [Vinyl] [Neoprene].

Tie Bars and Brackets:

[Galvanized steel] [Nonferrous metal] [Plated steel] [Stainless steel]

Material: [Aluminum] [Galvanized steel].

Return Spring: Adjustable tension.

Bearings: [Synthetic] [Stainless steel] [Bronze].

MANUAL VOLUME DAMPERS

Standard, Steel, Manual Volume Dampers:

Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, [provide products by the

Air Duct Accessories

Multiple or single blade.

Blade Axles: [Galvanized steel] [Stainless steel] [Nonferrous metal].

Frame: Hat-shaped, [2.4-mm- thick, galvanized sheet steel] [1.3-mm- thick

<Insert manufacturer's name>.

Standard leakage rating[, with linkage outside airstream].

[Oil-impregnated bronze] [Molded synthetic] [Oil-impregnated stainless-steel

Tie Bars and Brackets: Galvanized steel.

Standard, Aluminum, Manual Volume Dampers:

Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, [provide products by the

<Insert manufacturer's name>.

Standard leakage rating[, with linkage outside airstream].

Air Duct Accessories

Multiple or single blade.

Blade Axles: [Galvanized steel] [Stainless steel] [Nonferrous metal].

[Oil-impregnated bronze] [Molded synthetic] [Stainless-steel sleeve].