Product Description
The SteelCrest BTU8X4RORBH is a fixed-blade return air grille constructed from solid steel with an oil-rubbed bronze powder-coat finish. It fits an 8 x 4 inch duct opening and installs flush against walls or ceilings with an overall finished face size of 10 x 6 inches. The slotted fixed-blade design allows consistent return airflow back to the air handler or furnace without the adjustment complexity of an opposed-blade damper grille. HVAC technicians and finish contractors install this grille during new construction or as a direct replacement during remodels where the existing grille is damaged, corroded, or cosmetically dated.
This grille is suited for residential and light commercial forced-air systems where return air must be collected from a wall or ceiling plenum and routed back to the air handling unit. The 8 x 4 inch duct collar size is common in secondary return drops, hallway returns, and room-level return locations. The oil-rubbed bronze finish coordinates with period-style and transitional interior trim packages, making it a practical choice on remodel projects where the HVAC grille must match finish hardware.
Key Features
- Solid steel construction with oil-rubbed bronze powder-coat finish for long-term corrosion resistance
- Fixed slotted blade pattern supports consistent return airflow without damper adjustments
- Fits 8 x 4 inch duct opening with a 10 x 6 inch finished face size for clean wall and ceiling appearance
- Direct-replacement sizing simplifies installation in existing duct rough-in openings
- Powder-coat finish resists chipping and fading common with painted sheet metal grilles
Compatibility
Designed as a direct-replacement fixed return grille for residential and light commercial forced-air systems with an 8 x 4 inch duct opening on wall or ceiling surfaces.
Installation Notes
Installation is performed by HVAC technicians or finish carpenters as part of duct system trim-out. Power down the air handling unit at the disconnect or thermostat before removing the existing grille to prevent debris from entering the return duct during swap-out. Fasten the grille to the wall or ceiling surface per the manufacturer mounting provisions, ensuring the face sits flush against the finished surface with no visible gaps around the border. Follow applicable local mechanical codes for return air grille placement and clearance requirements.
Technical Specifications
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Duct Opening Size: 8 x 4 inches
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Overall Finished Face Size: 10 x 6 inches
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Blade Type: Fixed slotted
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Material: Solid steel
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Finish: Oil-rubbed bronze powder coat
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Application: Wall or ceiling return air
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Package Weight: 2 pounds
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Package Dimensions: 12 x 8 x 3 inches
Standard Information
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Brand: SteelCrest
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Manufacturer Part Number: BTU8X4RORBH