Flexible Duct

Connector
Introduction
In order to isolate vibrations caused by air handling units, fans or other equipment connected to air ducts, it is
highly recommended to install a flexible duct connector joint between the outlet of these devices and the airduct. It
is necessary to select an airtight and flexible cloth, with good weathering qualities and one which will withstand the
temperatures inside and outside the duct. Duct being generally made of steel, the main difficulty is to fasten the
cloth to it in order to obtain a perfectly airtight joint. Easyflex duct connectors are perfect for this job.

Easyflex offers you a pre-assembled airtight and mechanically resistant flexible duct connector. It consists of astrip
of treated cloth, attached on both sides to strips of galvanised steel, using a strong mechanical joint and providing
airtightness. In order to meet the requirements of each kind of installation Easyflex has especially developed a
wide range of pre-assembled, ready to use duct connectors which offer a quick, easy, economical and efficient
method of assembly.

Easyflex flexible duct connector is available in various steel thicknesses, cloth qualities, cloth widths, steel widths
and types of seam. Air handling unit manufacturers will, by using narrower widths, be able to produce more
compact air handling units, with savings of weight, volume and cost.

Standard Fabrics
Fabric RO-(Robust) EO-(Neoprene) PU-(Polyurethane) SI-(Silicone)

Backing Polyester Glassfiber Glassfiber Glassfiber

Coating PVC Neoprene Polyurethane Silicone
Colour Dark grey / Black Black Aluminium grey Aluminium grey
Fire Resistance NFPA 701 BS 476 Part 7 Class 1 400ºC/2h - M0 BS 476 Part 7 Class 1
M1 M1/M0
Weight Backing 600 gr/sq.m. 720 gr/sq.m. 460 gr/sq.m. 520 gr/sq.m.
Coating Both sides Both sides Both sides Both sides
Temperatures -20º / +70ºC -20º / +100ºC -30º / +120ºC -40º / +260ºC
Use Very good mechanical Very good mechanical Fragile fabric but Fragile fabric but
resistance resistance. “M0 - 400ºC/2h “M0 - 400ºC/2h
Flame Resistant “Hardly Flammable classified classified
classified

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Flexible duct connector Type LOC 4 - steel 0.4 mm (28 ga.)
European Standard
Type B C B L
45 60 45 25 mts.
Rox
45 100 45 25 mts.
45 150 45 25 mts.
70 150 70 25 mts.
45 100 45 25 mts.
LOC 4 45 125 45 25 mts.
Neo
45 150 45 25 mts.
100 150 100 15 mts.
35 150 35 25 mts.
45 100 45 25 mts.
B C B How to order? (example)
Silicon
45 150 45 25 mts.
RO - 45 - 60 - 25
100 150 100 15 mts.
A = thickness of steel: 0.4mm (ga.)
B = steel width = L = length of roll (m)

C = fabric width = C = fabric width (mm)

= B = steel width (mm)
L = length of roll: 25 m (others on request)
= Fabric type (RO=Robust)

Recommended assembly method

Ensure that the notched side of the connector faces outward and position the joint in the middle
of a side rather than at a corner.

At a notch, cut a length Lift the seam outwards Make a cut at the edge
equivalent to the perimeter at right angle of the lifted seam section
required plus an overlap of
5 to 6 cm (2") for joining

Bend down the seam Coat the cloth with the Spotweld the steel
whilst ensuring that the appropriate adhesive. and form to the
cloth remains fastened Join both sides and desired shape
press together firmly

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Robust (RO)
Flexible Duct Connector - PVC/Vinyl coated fabric

Excellent mechanical resistance.

Excellent tear and tensile strength.
Excellent water resistance
All purpose fabric
High temp. : 160º F (+70ºC)
Flame Resistant

Neoprene (EO)
Flexible Duct Connector - Neoprene coated fabric

Excellent mechanical resistance

"Hardy Flammable" classified
Very good chemical resistance
High temp. : 210ºF (100ºC)

Silicone (SI)
Flexible Duct Connector - Silicone coated fabric

Excellent high temp. Resistance : 500ºF (260ºC)

Very good low temp. Resistance : -40ºF (-40ºC)
Very low smoke emission
Very good chemical resistance
Excellent ozone and weathering resistance

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