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QF Tap In 18ga

QF Tap In 18ga

Quick-Fit® Tap-Ins are standard with QF rolled ends, allowing quick connections with other QF® ductwork. Used to cut into existing duct lines to begin a new Quick-Fit (QF) section.

18 gauge material construction adds extra durability.

  • When ordering, specify material; gauge (if nonstandard); dimensions A (existing pipe diameter) and C; and end styles if not all QF.
  • Saddle length and width = 3" all directions from Branch Tube C
  • Available in galvanized steel and 304SS
  • Available with flanged ends in diameters up to 72", and other various end types
  • Other available gauges include standard 22 and 20, 16, 14, 12 and 10

Contact Nordfab or your local Nordfab dealer for assistance with optional end types, larger sizes, and material / gauge options.

Quick-Fit has been used in a wide variety of applications, wherever dust collection or fine particulate transfer is required. Quick-Fit saves time and money on installation, is easy to clean out, is adaptable to existing ductwork, and is easily re-used during shop floor reconfigurations. Learn more about why Quick-Fit may be the best solution for you.

Specification
  • A. General Fabrication Requirements: Comply with SMACNA's "HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible," Ch. 3, "Round, Oval, and Flexible Duct," based on indicated static-pressure class unless otherwise indicated.

    1. Construct ducts of galvanized sheet steel unless otherwise indicated. 304SS Optional.
    2. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide Nordfab Ducting, LLC; Quick Fit (QF) Duct.

      B. Connection Joints: Joint types are fabricated in accordance with SMACNA's "HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible," for static-pressure class, applicable sealing requirements, materials involved, duct-support intervals, and other provisions in SMACNA's "HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible."

      1. Quick Fit Joints in Ducts 3 to 24 inches (76 to 510 mm) in diameter. Flange: Optional.
      2. Flanged Joints in All Ducts Greater than 24 inches (610 mm) in diameter.

      C. Longitudinal Seams: Seam types are fabricated in accordance with SMACNA's "HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible," Figure 3-2, "Round Duct Longitudinal Seams," for static-pressure class, applicable sealing requirements, materials involved, duct-support intervals, and other provisions in SMACNA's "HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible."

      1. Fabricated round ducts 3 to 24 inches (76 to 510 mm) in diameter to have laser-welded or plasma-welded longitudinal seams.
      2. Fabricated round ducts above 24 inches (610 mm) in diameter to have plasma-welded longitudinal seams.
    Technical specification
    • Unique ref.qf-tap-in-18-gauge
    • Product familyQuick-Fit Clamp Together Ducting
    • Product groupBranches
    • TypeObject (single object)
    • Date of publishing2024-05-08
    • Edition number1
    Related
    • Material mainGalvanized steel
    • Material secondaryStainless steel 304
    • Designed inUnited States
    • Manufactured inUnited States
    Classification
    • BIMobject CategoryHVAC - Dust Collection
    • IFC classificationDuct Fitting
    • ETIM CodeEG015540
    • ETIM NameFittings, flanges and connectors
    • Uniclass 2015 CodePr_65_65_25
    • Uniclass 2015 DescriptionDuctwork and fittings
    • CSI MasterFormat 2014 Code23 31 13.19
    • CSI MasterFormat 2014 TitleMetal Duct Fittings
    • OmniClass Number23-33 49 00
    • OmniClass TitleHVAC Ductwork

    Region availability

    North America
    Belize
    Bermuda
    British Virgin Islands
    Canada
    Collectivity of Saint Martin
    Costa Rica
    Mexico
    Panama
    Puerto Rico
    United States