Product Description
The SteelCrest BTU18BBSORB is a decorative baseboard vent built from solid steel with an oil-rubbed bronze powder-coat finish. It features a slotted face design with an integrated air-volume damper that allows field adjustment of airflow through the register. Concealed mounting holes keep the finished appearance clean after installation. Sized to fit an 18-inch wide rough opening, this vent is appropriate for new construction, renovation work, and direct replacement of existing baseboard registers. HVAC technicians and finish contractors both handle this type of unit during system commissioning or remodel work.
This baseboard vent is suited for forced-air heating and cooling systems in residential applications where a low-profile floor-level register is specified. The 18-inch opening size covers a common residential rough-opening dimension, making it a practical fit for standard framed wall cavities and baseboard duct boots. The oil-rubbed bronze finish integrates with period-style and transitional interior trim packages. The air-volume damper adds functional control without requiring a separate damper component behind the register face.
Key Features
- Solid steel construction with oil-rubbed bronze powder-coat finish for long-term durability
- Integrated air-volume damper allows on-site airflow adjustment
- Concealed mounting holes for a clean finished appearance
- Fits an 18-inch wide opening for direct replacement or new construction installs
- Slotted face design supports directed airflow along the baseboard plane
Compatibility
Designed as a direct-replacement baseboard register for residential forced-air systems with an 18-inch wide duct opening at the baseboard position.
Installation Notes
Installation is typically performed by an HVAC technician or finish contractor during system commissioning or interior finish work. Power down the air-handling system before removing the existing register and accessing the duct boot. Secure the register using the concealed mounting points and confirm the damper blade moves freely through its full range before final inspection. Follow local mechanical codes for register placement and minimum free-area requirements.
Technical Specifications
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Opening Width: 18 inches
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Material: Solid steel with powder-coat finish
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Finish: Oil-rubbed bronze
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Damper: Integrated air-volume damper
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Package Weight: 4 pounds
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Package Dimensions: 20 x 6 x 6 inches
Standard Information
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Brand: SteelCrest
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Manufacturer Part Number: BTU18BBSORB
