Southwark Metal 28R_6X12X8 Sheet Metal Pipe Boot 6x12

Product Description

The SOUTHWARK METAL 28R_6X12X8 is a center-end sheet metal pipe boot designed to transition duct runs to floor or ceiling registers in residential and light commercial HVAC systems. Fabricated from hot dip galvanized steel, this boot measures 6 inches by 12 inches at the register opening (Size A) and accepts an 8-inch diameter round duct at the pipe end (Size B). The center-end configuration positions the round collar at the center of the rectangular boot, making it a standard choice for straight-drop supply trunk-to-register transitions. HVAC sheet metal installers and duct fabricators are the primary tradespeople who work with this fitting.

This pipe boot is suited for residential forced-air supply systems and light commercial duct installations where a rectangular register opening meets a round branch duct. The 6-inch by 12-inch face fits standard 6x12 floor or ceiling register openings, while the 8-inch collar connects directly to 8-inch round duct. It is installed in new construction and retrofit applications where trunk-to-register transitions require a factory-fabricated fitting that meets ACCA and SMACNA duct construction standards.

Key Features

• Hot dip galvanized steel construction for corrosion resistance in conditioned-space and crawlspace installations
• 6 inch by 12 inch rectangular register face fits standard 6x12 register openings
• 8-inch diameter round collar for direct connection to 8-inch round branch duct
• Center-end collar placement supports straight-drop and in-line duct routing
• Fabricated to ACCA and SMACNA applicable standards for duct fitting construction

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style sheet metal fitting for residential and light commercial forced-air duct systems requiring a 6 inch by 12 inch register boot with an 8-inch center-end round collar.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by licensed HVAC technicians or qualified sheet metal workers. Shut down the air handler and de-energize the system before making duct connections. Secure the boot to the register opening and round duct using sheet metal screws and UL 181-listed duct tape or mastic sealant in accordance with SMACNA duct construction standards. Do not compress or over-crimp the collar, as this restricts airflow through the branch run.