Spiral & Round Duct · Straight Runs & Assembly
Small-diameter spiral branch
Small branch run
ConnectionSlip-fit round joint
SupportBand, strap or cable loop
Before you start
- Confirm the branch size and takeoff type against the drawing before you cut t...
- Stage the needed tools and materials before lifting the section: Takeoff fitting, balancing damper, hole cutter, deburring tool, snips, screw ....
Tools and materials
Takeoff fitting, balancing damper, hole cutter, deburring tool, snips, screw ...
Lay it out
- Measure...
Set and support it
- Set and verify the approved supports before the connection is closed. Keep the joint from carrying the weight of the duct or fitting.
- Use the approved support method for this condition: Band, strap or cable loop.
Make the connection
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Install the takeoff and the balancing damper on the main first.
Check the install
- No sharp screw points in the service or access path.
- Damper accessible an...
Common mistakes
- Screws pointing into the access path. Somebody bleeds.
- Branch hanging off...
Stop and ask
Stop if branch size, takeoff type or damper location conflicts with drawings