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QF Tap In
QF Tap In

    QF Tap In

    Nordfab manufactures ducting for use in dust, mist, and fume collection systems.

    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.

    • 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 (as shown below) or optional 316SS or carbon steel
    • Available with flanged ends in diameters up to 72", and other various end types
    • Optional gauges 18, 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.us-qf-tap-in
      • 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
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