Description
Snap-Rite 16" Beaded Duct Sleeve Connector
The Snap-Rite 16-SCCBD is a 16-inch round sleeve connector used to splice two runs of 16-inch flexible duct together, or to join flex duct to a round fitting of the same size. Both ends are beaded, so the inner core and the jacket of the flex duct have a positive ridge to clamp behind with a draw band or zip tie and foil tape. That bead is what keeps a splice from creeping apart when the system starts and stops.
Where installers use it
- Joining two lengths of 16" flex duct when a run is longer than one bag
- Repairing a damaged section of flex without replacing the whole run
- Coupling flex duct to round metal pipe, collars or boots of the same diameter
Install tips
Slide the inner core of each duct at least two inches past the bead, secure it with a clamp or tie, seal it with UL 181 rated tape or mastic, then pull the insulation and outer jacket over the connector and secure the jacket the same way. A properly sealed splice keeps conditioned air in the duct and out of the attic.
