Value Collection 13661280 Galvanized Duct Square Takeoff 8in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 13661280 is a galvanized steel square takeoff fitting designed for use in low-pressure sheet metal ductwork systems. It connects a rectangular trunk duct to a round branch duct with an 8-inch inside diameter, allowing HVAC installers to tap off main supply runs cleanly and efficiently. The fitting measures 6.5 inches wide by 12 inches long and is fabricated from standard-gauge galvanized steel, providing corrosion resistance in both residential and light commercial air distribution applications. Sheet metal workers and HVAC technicians use this type of fitting during new construction and retrofit duct installation where a square takeoff profile is required.

Square takeoff fittings like the 13661280 are standard components in forced-air HVAC duct systems. This fitting is suited for residential and light commercial supply duct branches where a round collar connects to a rectangular main trunk. It is commonly installed in attic, crawlspace, basement, and mechanical room duct runs. The 8-inch ID collar accepts standard 8-inch round flex duct or rigid spiral pipe, making it compatible with typical branch runs to registers and diffusers in residential forced-air systems.

Key Features

• 8-inch inside diameter collar for connection to standard 8-inch round duct or flex duct
• Galvanized steel construction resists corrosion in conditioned and unconditioned spaces
• Standard-gauge sheet metal fabrication for rigid, dimensionally stable fitment
• 12-inch overall length provides adequate seating surface against the trunk duct
• 6.5-inch width suits common trunk duct profiles in residential air distribution systems
• Sold individually, allowing single-unit replacement or project-quantity purchasing

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement and new-installation fitting for standard low-pressure residential and light commercial sheet metal ductwork systems requiring an 8-inch square takeoff connection point.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by licensed HVAC technicians or qualified sheet metal workers. Shut down the air handling unit and isolate the system before cutting into or modifying any existing ductwork. Secure the fitting to the trunk duct using sheet metal screws and seal all joints with UL-listed foil tape or duct mastic per local mechanical code and SMACNA guidelines. Avoid over-driving screws into the collar, as this can distort the round opening and cause poor seating of the branch duct connection.